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Blaze King SC25 Operation & Installation Manual

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SIROCCO 25
(SC25)
SOLID FUEL WOOD CATALYTIC FIRE PLACE INSERT
Date Installed:_____________
Serial No.: _____________
Th is heater meets the 2015 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's particulate emission limits for wood heaters sold aft er May 15, 2015.
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.
0142WN017S
Th e authority having jurisdiction (such a municipal building department, fi re department, etc.) should be
consulted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit.
OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
Manufactured By
Valley Comfort Systems Inc., 1290 Commercial Way, Penticton, BC, V2A 3H5, Canada
Phone: 250-493-7444  Fax: 250-493-5833  www.blazeking.com  info@blazeking.com
Pour la version française de nos manuels S.V.P. vous référez à notre site web: www.blazeking.com
OM-SC25 E V1.04
July 11, 2016

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  • Page 1 Valley Comfort Systems Inc., 1290 Commercial Way, Penticton, BC, V2A 3H5, Canada Phone: 250-493-7444  Fax: 250-493-5833  www.blazeking.com  info@blazeking.com Pour la version française de nos manuels S.V.P. vous référez à notre site web: www.blazeking.com OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................11 FLOOR PROTECTION ......................11 COMPONENTS REQUIRED ..............11 PARTS INCLUDED WITH THE SIROCCO 25 INSERT ....................12 MINIMUM CLEARANCES for SC25 ......................... 13 COMBUSTION AIR ......................13 DRAFTING PERFORMANCE ....................... 13 ROLE OF THE CHIMNEY ........................14 INSPECT CHIMNEY ..................
  • Page 3 DOOR GLASS, CLEANING ................. 41 LOADING DOOR TENSION ADJUSTMENT ..................41 LOADING DOOR HINGE ADJUSTMENT ..........................42 FAN ASSEMBLY ..........................42 THERMOSTAT __________________________________________________________ 43 TROUBLESHOOTING ________________________________________________________ 46 REPLACEMENT PARTS _________________________________________________________________ 53 WARRANTY ____________________________________________________________ 60 INSTALLER NOTES OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Do not store wood within appliance installation clearances or within the space required for re-fueling and ash removal. • Ashes must be disposed in a metal container with a tight lid and placed on a non-combustible surface well away from the • home or structure until completely cool. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    0.31 Th is manual describes the installation and operation of the Sirocco Med-low Burn 0.18 0.33 25 (SC25) catalytic equipped wood heater. Med-high Burn 0.12 1.48 Th is heater is certifi ed to comply with the 2015 U.S. Environmental High Burn 0.08...

  • Page 6: Appliance Information

    Page 6 SC25 APPLIANCE INFORMATION APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS—Sirocco 25 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM—Sirocco 25 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 7: Certification Label

    Report #0142WN017S PREVENT HOUSE FIRES - Install and use only in accordance with Blaze King’s installation and operation instructions. Install and use in a code complying fi replace only. Contact local building or fi re offi cials about restrictions and installation inspection in your area.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SC25 IF THIS BLAZE KING APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OR OPERATED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
  • Page 9 Locating a smoke detector too close to a wood appliance can cause the smoke detector alarm to sound if a puff of smoke is emitted while the wood appliance door is open during reloading. Follow the smoke detector manufacturers placement, installation, and maintenance instructions. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 10 fi re. The instructions must restriction or inspection be strictly adhered to. Do not requirements in your area. use makeshift methods or Notify your insurance compromise in the installation. company as well. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    CAN CATCH FIRE. OBJECTS PLACED IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE MUST BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF 48”(1219 MM) FROM THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE. Blaze King grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of the appliance and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).

  • Page 12: Minimum Clearances For Sc25

    Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS cont. SC25 MINIMUM CLEARANCES for SC25 Minimum clearances to combustibles Measured from fi rebox door fl ange Side of door fl ange to combustible 13.5" wall. 343 mm Top of door fl ange to bottom of 38"...

  • Page 13: Combustion Air

    Poor draft can also lead to poor heat production and the inability for the combustor to remain active in lower burn rate settings. High effi ciency appliances, such as your Blaze King stove, may require some fi ne tuning of your chimney system in order to maximize performance.

  • Page 14: Inspect Chimney

    Electrical Power - Th e appliance is equipped with a fan assembly with a seven-foot electrical cord. Do not route the cord in front of the appliance. Any electrical components must comply with local electrical codes. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 15: Firebox Preparation

    (Fig. 2) 3. Install thermostat rod extension by aligning machined faces and securing with the set collar. Use supplied allen key. (Fig. 3,4,5) NOTE: CONNECTION MUST BE SNUG OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 16 Install rheostat knob. (Fig. 7) RHEOSTAT RHEOSTAT HOUSING KNOB Fig. 7 3. Position lower shroud on fi rebox brackets. (Fig. 8) Lift ash shelf upwards in order to clear thermostat cover. Fig. 8 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 17 Ensure 1/4” gasket is intact on the bottom of the fl ue collar assembly before installation. GASKET #2055 NOTE: REMOVE GASKET CLIPS FROM CLIPS 1/4” GASKET THE EDGE OF THE FLUE COLLAR ASSEMBLY BEFORE INSTALLATION. Fig. 11 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 18 #2 Robertson screwdriver. (Fig. 13) Fig. 9 Fig. 13 3. Position stove in fi replace opening. If required, use the four leg leveler bolts to level the fi rebox. (Fig. 14) Fig. 14 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 19 6. WITH THE LOADING DOOR OPEN , align outer shroud notches with the protruding screws on the rear shroud, then hang. Th e bottom of the outer shroud is held in place by magnets. (Fig. 17) Fig. 17 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 20 2. Once sealed, fasten fl ue collar assembly to fi rebox using a 9/16” wrench, and the supplied stainless steel nuts (Fig. 18). Tighten fl ue adapter bolts evenly so a tight seal is maintained OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 21: Chimney

    BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHECK ALL LOCAL CODES AND REGULATIONS REGARDING • YOUR INSTALLATION. DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE • NEVER USE FURNACE CEMENT WHEN INSTALLING CHIMNEY. • OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 22: Operating Instructions

    (Fig. 20) Th e bypass handle is hung from the top right-hand side of the outer shroud. NEVER OPEN THE LOADING DOOR WITHOUT FIRST OPENING THE BYPASS DOOR Fig. 19 Fig. 20 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 23: Catalytic Thermometer

    FIREBOX. CHECK THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. • ALWAYS OPEN THE BYPASS DOOR BEFORE OPENING THE LOADING DOOR. • ONCE THE LOADING DOOR IS CLOSED, CLOSE THE BYPASS DOOR DIRECTLY AFTER THE CATALYTIC THERMOSTAT NEEDLE IS IN THE ACTIVE ZONE OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 24: How To Use Moisture Meters

    Th e more seasoned (dry) the wood, the higher the effi ciency (less energy wasted on eliminating moisture during combustion). Operating your Blaze King at lower settings will result in higher effi ciencies as the fuel will undergo a more complete combustion.

  • Page 25: Lighting The Fire

    3. Open both the loading door and the bypass door (bypass latch / rod pulled out using bypass handle). 4. Place 10 balls of non-glossy paper towards the front of the bottom of the fi rebox, or use a Blaze King fi re starter puck, then stack 20 pieces of kindling on top of the paper in a crisscross fashion (leaving air gaps in between sticks).

  • Page 26: Reloading Procedure (With The Catalyst Temperature In The Active Red Zone)

    Th is will be based on the type of wood, installation, weather conditions and the desired room temperature. RELOADING PROCEDURE (with the catalyst temperature in the inactive zone) Follow the procedure for “LIGHTING THE FIRE” on the previous page. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 27: Optimal Thermostat Setting

    - and with some exterior chimneys - this vapor may freeze in the chimney, to the point of actually blocking the chimney and extinguishing the fi re. In such weather, occasionally burn the appliance for 4 or 5 minutes with the thermostat setting on HIGH to melt any possible ice buildup. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 28: Wood Burning In The Shoulder Season

    If the thermometer does not stay in the active zone turn the thermostat to a higher setting. Wait 15 minutes then confi rm that the thermometer remains in the active zone. Repeat as needed. • If your appliance is producing too much heat, build smaller hotter fi res. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 29: Catalyst Monitoring

    . Remember to re- install the Flame Shield (the perforated plate) in same position it was found. TIP: A hot fi re will usually prove to be the best method of cleaning the combustor of deposits. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 30: Catalytic Combustor, Troubleshooting

    Solution: Burn quality woods available in your area. If you decide the catalyst has been deactivated, replace combustor with a genuine Blaze King combustor (failure to do so will void your warranty). Severe Peeling OM-SC25 E V1.04...
  • Page 31 Also replace any warped appliance parts. PROBLEM - CRUMBLING Possible Cause: Air leaks Solution: Inspect door gasket, see “MAINTENANCE cont.” on page 37. Possible Cause: High draft Solution: Do not exceed .06” of water draft. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 32: Catalytic Combustor, Replacement

    MONITORING” on page 28. If the combustor needs replacing then discontinue use of the appliance until the combustor is replaced. If the combustor must be examined or replaced contact your Blaze King dealer. 1. Th e removal of a Blaze King Catalytic combustor requires a small fl at blade screwdriver or pocket knife.
  • Page 33 Th is will allow for a better view of the bottom edge for the fi nal fi tting. DO NOT FORCE THE COMBUSTOR INTO THE DOME. TAKE YOUR TIME AND WORK IT INTO PLACE SLOWLY. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 34 Th e combustor supplied with this heater is a 115.0335 metal combustor. Consult the catalytic combustor warranty also supplied with this wood heater. Warranty claims should be addressed to: in Canada in USA Blaze King Industries / Valley Comfort Systems Blaze King Industries Warranty Department, 1290 Commercial Way Warranty Department, 146 A Street...

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    If accumulation is excessive, clean the chimney. You may want to call a professional chimney sweep to clean it. Both the chimney and the appliance have to be cleaned at least once a year or as oft en as necessary. Have a clearly understood plan to handle a chimney fi re. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 36: Ash Removal

    Other waste shall not be placed in this container. NEVER STORE HOT ASHES IN A GARAGE OR BASEMENT. HOT ASHES WILL GENERATE CARBON MONOXIDE AND / OR FLAMMABLE GASES. THESE GASES MAY CAUSE SUFFOCATION AND POSSIBLE DEATH. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 37: Loading Door Gasket Inspection

    BLAZE KING RECOMMENDS YOUR DEALER PERFORM THIS TASK 1. If the door gasket is to be replaced, be sure you have Blaze King 7/8” fi ber glass door gasket ready to re- install, as well as high temperature adhesive. See your Blaze King dealer.

  • Page 38: Bypass Door Gasket Retainer Replacement #Z2022

    4. Open bypass door (slide it all the way forward) and unthread/remove the 1/4-20 bolt and washer that fastens the bypass door to the bypass rod bracket. Remove the bypass door through the combustor opening once detached. SMOKE BAFFLE COMBUSTOR FLAME SHIELD BYPASS BRACKET BYPASS DOOR BOLT AND WASHER OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 39 6. Remove the twelve remaining 1/4-20 nuts from the dome bottom. Lift the bypass door gasket retainer assembly upwards (enough to clear the threaded posts from the dome) and remove through the combustor opening. Once removed, ensure all debris is cleared from the inner surface of the dome. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 40: Door Glass Gasket Inspection

    DOOR GLASS GASKET REPLACEMENT BLAZE KING RECOMMENDS YOUR DEALER PERFORM THIS TASK 1. You will require Blaze King glass gasket and Blaze King door gasket. Please see your Blaze King dealer. 2. Remove the old glass gasket. 3. Starting at the corner opposite of the “Blaze King” logo, carefully wrap the gasket around the edges, pressing fi rmly onto the sides of the glass with the gasket centered on the edge.

  • Page 41: Loading Door Tension Adjustment

    2. Hold bottom nuts using a 9/16” wrench. Use FIRED. a 1/4” Allen head screwdriver to back nuts off the bolts. (Fig. 23) 3. Remove the door by lift ing up and out. Fig. 23 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 42: Fan Assembly

    If the thermostat malfunctions contact your dealer for replacement by a qualifi ed installer. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Page 43 Your Blaze King is designed to allow a wide selection of heat output levels. If you begin to lose control of the amount of heat the appliance is emitting, determine the cause early so that major problems may be avoided.
  • Page 44 fi rebox. INSPECTION” Excessive draft in the chimney. Measure draft with a Manometer. See “DRAFT PERFORMANCE”. Consult your Blaze King dealer or a chimney sweep. Install a cap. Thermostat not operating properly. Consult your Blaze King dealer. Wood is too small.
  • Page 45 Poor draft caused by an oversize fl ue, single wall Measure draft with Manometer. See “DRAFT PERFORMANCE”. pipe, to many elbows, etc. Consult your Blaze King dealer or a chimney sweep. PROBLEM: Door glass quickly becomes coated with creosote. CAUSE...

  • Page 46: Replacement Parts

    Page 46 REPLACEMENT PARTS SC25 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 47 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS cont. Page 47 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 48 Page 48 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS cont. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 49 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS cont. Page 49 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 50 Page 50 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS cont. OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 51 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS cont. Page 51 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 52 Page 52 REPLACEMENT PARTS cont. SC25 REFRACTORY BRICK LAYOUT OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 53: Warranty

    Page 53 BLAZE KING WOOD LIMITED WARRANTY Blaze King and Valley Comfort’s respective brands extend the following warranty for wood fi red appliances purchased from an authorized Blaze King / Valley Comfort dealer and installed in the United States of America or Canada. Warranty starts with date of purchase by the original owner (End User) except as noted for replacement parts.
  • Page 54 If you are not satisfi ed with the service provided by the Blaze King dealer, write to Blaze King at the address listed on the last page of the Owner’s Manual. Include a copy of the original purchase invoice and a description of the problem.
  • Page 55 Blaze King is free of liability for any damages caused by the appliance, as well as inconvenience expenses and materials. The Limited Warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages.
  • Page 56 For parts of the Blaze King wood appliance or fi replace insert warranted beyond the fi rst year, the fi ve year limited warranty will have the same obligations as described in this document, provided, however that the purchaser shall pay the following percentage of the then current retail cost of the repair or the replacement, according to the year after purchase in the which the defect is brought to the attention of Blaze King.*** During the 2nd year----purchaser pays...
  • Page 57 SC25 NOTES Page 57 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 58 NOTES Page 58 SC25 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...
  • Page 59 SC25 NOTES Page 59 OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

  • Page 60: Installer Notes

    Page 60 INSTALLER NOTES SC25 Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address:________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Installer (print): _______________________________________________________________ Installer (sign): _______________________________________________________________ Phone #: ____________________________________________________________________ Date Installed:________________________________________________________________ Serial No.: ___________________________________________________________________ OM-SC25 E V1.04 July 11, 2016...

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