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Owner's Manual
Installer:
After installation give this manual to the home-owner
and explain operation of this heater.
Copyright 2007, T.I.
$10.00
100-01154
Astoria
Pellet Stove
•
Horizontal
Or Vertical Vent
•
Freestanding Stove
•
Mobile Home Approved
•
Class A Chimney Retrofit
•
Hearth Stove into Existing
Masonry Chimney , Masonry
Fireplace, or Z.C. Fireplace
- - Please read this entire manual before
installation and use of this pellet fuel-
burning room heater.
these instructions could result in
property damage bodily injury or even
d e a t h .
- - Contact local building or fire officials
about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
Tested and Listed by
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Beaverton, Oregon
Report # 028–S–42-2
ASTME-1509 1995, ULCC 1482
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
4051227
Mukilteo, WA 98275
Failure to follow
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Summary of Contents for Avalon Astoria Avalon Pellet Stove Astoria PS
- Page 1 • Mobile Home Approved • Class A Chimney Retrofit • Hearth Stove into Existing Masonry Chimney , Masonry Fireplace, or Z.C. Fireplace - - Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel- burning room heater.
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Page 2: Introduction
Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Astoria pellet heater. In purchasing an Astoria you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Astoria is one of the finest home heaters the world over. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Start-Up Sequence...24 "AUGER ON" Light...24 "FAULT" Light ...24 Power Outages...24 Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove)...25 Inspect the Burn ...25 Make Sure Pellets are not Piling Up ...25 Check Firepot for Clinkers ...26 Cleaning the Firepot ...26 Opening the Door ...27 Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags pellets) ...28... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions • Do not operate the heater if you smell smoke coming from the heater. "OFF", monitor your heater, and call your dealer. • Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or 'freshen up' a fire in this heater. -
Page 5: Mobile Home
Safety Precautions • The heater will not operate during a power outage. If a power outage does occur, check the heater for smoke spillage and open a window if any smoke spills into the room. • Keep foreign objects out of the hopper. -
Page 6: Specifications
Heating Specifications: Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)*...800 to 2,250 Sq. Feet Burn Rate (Pounds per Hour)**...1.7 to 5.5 Maximum Burn Time on Low Burn** ...67.5 Hours Hopper Capacity...115 Pounds Heating capacity will vary depending on the home's floor plan, degree of insulation, and the outside temperature. -
Page 7: Installation
Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36" of the front of the heater. If the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7', it must follow the requirements in the section "Alcove Installation Requirements". -
Page 8: Clearances - Straight Installation
Clearances - Straight Installation Through the Wall Installations 6” Minimum Clearances - Corner Installation Through the Wall Vents 3” Minimum 45° 6” Minimum Note: If interior vertical pellet vent is used, the clearance to the backwall is determined by the upward-turning elbow or "Tee". -
Page 9: Venting The Pellet Stove
Venting the Pellet Stove • PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3" CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE (INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER). • DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE. -
Page 10: Pellet Vent Type
Pellet Vent Type • Must be 4" diameter Type "L"(except for masonry fireplace installations) - or - connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney. All vent joints (including adapters, elbows, etc…) must be sealed with 500° F. RTV silicone. Installing the Pellet Vent •... -
Page 11: Mobile Home Requirements
Must be located so that it will not become plugged by snow or other material. Travis Industries Installation Use the lag bolts (used to secure the stove to the pallet) to screw the pedestal to the floor. 7/16” Socket Remove the ash pan (see page 29). -
Page 12: Alcove Installation Requirements
Alcove Installation Requirements When the pellet stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7' tall, it is considered an alcove installation. Because of the reduced height, the requirements listed below must be met. •... -
Page 13: Installation Example: Direct "Through The Wall
Installation Example: Direct "Through-the-wall" Installation Horizontal Rain Cap 12” Minimum Wall Thimble (note 3” clearance between vent and combustibles) 6” Minimum 3” Minimum 12” Minimum 17-5/8” Travis Industries Installation Type "L" Outside Air Vent House Shield - prevents discoloration to outside of home - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 3”... -
Page 14: Installation Example: Interior Vertical
Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation 3” Minimum Type "L" Vent Floor Protection Vertical Cap Storm Collar Roof Flashing Vent must maintain 3” clearance to combustibles. 3” Min. 2” Min. Travis Industries Installation 2” Minimum “Tee” Outside (optional) 9” Minimum 6” Minimum 24”... -
Page 15: Installation Example: Type A Chimney Retrofit
Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit 3” Minimum Type "L" Vent Floor Protection 6” Minimum Storm Collar Roof Flashing 3” Min. 2” Min. Travis Industries Installation 2” Minimum “Tee” Outside (optional) 9” Minimum Class A Chimney Class A Chimney must maintain clearances outlined in the chimney’s installation instructions (usually 2”). -
Page 16: Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace
Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap Storm Collar Outside air may be drawn from the ash cleanout. Travis Industries Installation “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Seal the cover plate with silicone. “L” Vent Flex Section 57-1/2” Lintel 3”... -
Page 17: Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Firepl
Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap Storm Collar “L” Vent “L” Vent Flex Section Travis Industries Installation Cover Plate (non-combustible) Seal the cover plate with silicone. 57-1/2” 3” NOTE: you will probably need a short horizontal section here to clear the lintel and allow the hopper lid to open. -
Page 18: Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chim
Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney Vertical Cap Storm Collar “L” Vent Flex Section Clean-Out Access Travis Industries Installation “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Seal the cover plate with silicone. “L” Vent Sections 3” Minimum 4050225 Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of... -
Page 19: Operation
Start the Heater - Let it Burn for 1 Hour - THEN OPEN THE DOOR The stove paint is cured through heat. To prevent it from bonding to the door gasket, you must burn the heater for approximately 1 hour, then open and close the door to break any bonding. -
Page 20: Loading Pellets
The stove automatically turns on when the temperature drops below the thermostat setting. Once the stove reaches operating temperature, the stove then runs at the heat output setting selected. Switching Modes While in Operation Whenever the stove is switched from one mode to another while in operation, the stove will enter the "start-... -
Page 21: Manual Mode
10 minutes. During this period the lowest “HEAT OUTPUT” light will flash. If the stove does not start in 30 minutes, the stove turns off. Once up to temperature, the stove will then run at the heat output setting selected on the control panel (see “To Adjust the Heat”... -
Page 22: Auto Mode
Auto Mode Auto mode allows you to use a thermostat to control room temperature. The stove automatically turns on when the temperature drops below the thermostat setting. Once the stove reaches operating temperature, the stove then runs at the heat output setting selected. -
Page 23: Restrictor Adjustment
NOTE: If the restrictor is fully out (“5”), yet the firepot does not remain clean, the stove needs to be cleaned and checked for air leaks (see “Maintenance” section of this manual). -
Page 24: Start-Up Sequence
Fault and #2 (LOW) Light Flash = Flow Switch Fault Fault and # 4 (MID) Light Flash = System Snap Disk Fault (pellets run out & stove goes cold) Fault and # 6 (HIGH) Light Flash = Safety Snap Disk Fault Power Outages If a sustained power outage occurs while in "Manual", the stove will go to a "cool down"... -
Page 25: Maintenance
Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) Inspect the Burn When burning on high, the flames should be bright orange with embers jumping from the firepot. NOTE : the optimal restrictor position will vary over time as soot builds up inside the exhaust system. -
Page 26: Check Firepot For Clinkers
Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) - Continued Check Firepot for Clinkers If the flames seem to be coming only from the sides, or are orange/black, turn the heater off and check for clinkers. The most likely causes are: •... -
Page 27: Opening The Door
Maintenance Door Opening WARNING : Make sure the heater has fully cooled (approximately 25 minutes) before opening the door. With the pawl free of the bracket, the door may be swung open. Travis Industries Phillips Screwdriver Bracket (attached to side of Door Frame When securing the door, make sure the pawl fits over the bracket before tightening. -
Page 28: Bi-Weekly Maintenance (Or Every 10 Bags Pellets)
Fingerprints or other marks left on gold surfaces may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the stove on. Clean the gold with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth (make sure the heater is cool). Other cleaners may leave a film that may become etched into the gold. -
Page 29: Clean The Baffles
Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Clean the Baffles Use both hands to lift each baffle up and forward. Then tilt the baffle downward to remove any flyash that may have accumulated on top of the baffle. N O T E : you do not need to remove the baffle from the firebox. -
Page 30: Sweep Ash Into Ashpan
The more often you clean out the flyash, the more efficient your heater will burn. WARNING: The firebox becomes very hot during operation. Let the stove cool completely before conducting service. Swing the side ash trap door up. Ash Trap Door Lift the firepot out of its holder. -
Page 31: Check Ashpan, Dispose If Necessary
Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Check Ashpan, Dispose if necessary The ash pan has a built in handle to ease transportation of the ashes. NOTE: When replacing the ash pan make sure it is pushed all the way in. Disposal of Ashes –... -
Page 32: Yearly Maintenance (Or Every Two Tons)
If extensive cleaning is needed, it can be removed for cleaning. Travis Industries Maintenance (the stove must be cool and unplugged) Clean the refractory and the entire area behind it (both sides). Remove both refractory clips. 4050225 Remove these doors to remove fallen flyash and soot (see “Bi-Weekly... -
Page 33: Clean The Exhaust Blower
Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) - Continued Clean the Exhaust Blower (make sure the stove is cool and unplugged) Open the hopper lid and remove the screw holding the left door in place. Remove the knob on the restrictor rod. -
Page 34: Door Seal
Travis Industries Maintenance Correctly Aligned Door When properly adjusted, the door should be evenly spaced from the front of the stove (and shut tight, compressing the gasket). Hinge Note how both corners are evenly spaced. Latch Too Tight - In the illustration below, the latch is too tight (this is the most common mis- alignment). -
Page 35: Adjusting The Door Hinge And Latch
Maintenance Adjusting the Door Hinge and Latch • The door hinge and door latches may be adjusted to pull the door closer to the body. The illustration below details how to adjust these components. NOTE: Make sure to read the section "Door Alignment"... -
Page 36: Check For Air Leaks - Door, Glass And Ashpan
Air leaks into the firebox will decrease the stove's performance greatly, leading to excessive sooting, inefficient burning, and perhaps a malfunction. • Inspect the door gasket to make sure it is fully attached. Use stove gasket cement to re-attach if necessary. If the door gasket is worn or flattened, replace. •... -
Page 37: Normal Operating Sounds
Normal Operating Sounds Exhaust Blower This blower may create a low-pitched hum. This sound will change as the HEAT OUTPUT is altered. Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear the heated air being forced through these tubes by the convection fan. Firepot As pellets are fed into the firepot, a light clicking... -
Page 38: Safety Label
Do not connect this appliance to a vent serving another appliance. Inspect and clean exhaust venting system frequently in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. May be installed in a sleeping room with use of outside combustion air inlet (Part #99200136) or equivalent. Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials (Measured to Stove Top) Interior Vertical Flue Installation... -
Page 39: Warranty
Limited 7 Year Warranty To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call. -
Page 40: Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment Thermostat (Part # 99300650) Do not connect 120 VAC to the thermostat circuit of this heater (do not use a household thermostat used for a wall-board or other electical heater). Attach the thermostat wire to the circuit board (see the illustration to the right). -
Page 41: Pellet Log
Left Log Shelf Leg Nuts Log Shelf Cross Brace Remove the firepot from the pellet stove. Center the log shelf assembly (with extender attached) over the burnpot holder. Replace the burnpot. Place the log on the log shelf extender. When in place, the log should appear as shown in the photograph to the right. -
Page 42: Index
Clearances - Corner Installation ...8 Clearances - Straight Installation ...8 Clinkers (Check Firepot for Clinkers) ...26 Controls ...19 Curing the Paint ...19 Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove)...25 Dimensions...6 Direct "Through the Wall" Installation...13 Door (cleaning the gold)...28 Door (Opening) ...27 Door Gasket (inspection, removal) ...36...