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Avalon Avanti PS Owner's Manual

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- - Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this
pellet fuel-burning room heater.
could result in property damage bodily injury or even death.
- - Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and
installation inspection requirements in your area.
- - Save these instructions
Installer: After installation give this manual to the home-
owner and explain operation of this stove.
$10.00
Copyright 2007, T.I.
Part # 93508074
4051012
Newport
(Avanti PS)
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Horizontal
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Freestanding Stove
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Mobile Home Approved
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Class A Chimney Retrofit
Tested and Listed by
Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc.
ASTME-1509 1995, ULCC 1482
Failure to follow these instructions
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
Or Vertical Vent
Beaverton, Oregon
Mukilteo, WA 98275

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  • Page 1 Mobile Home Approved • Class A Chimney Retrofit Failure to follow these instructions Part # 93508074 Newport (Avanti PS) Or Vertical Vent Tested and Listed by Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon ASTME-1509 1995, ULCC 1482 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Newport (Avanti PS) pellet heater. In purchasing a Newport 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 Newport is one of the finest home heaters the world over.

  • 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: Table Of Contents

    Start-Up Sequence...21 "AUGER ON" Light...21 "FAULT" Light ...21 Power Outages...21 Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove)...22 Inspect the Burn ...22 Make Sure Pellets are not Piling Up ...22 Check Firepot for Clinkers ...23 Cleaning the Firepot ...23 Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags pellets) ...24 Clean the Heat Exchange Tubes...24...

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Specifications Heating Specifications: Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)*...800 to 1,600 Sq. Feet Burn Rate (Pounds per Hour)**...1.0 to 3.5 Maximum Burn Time on Low Burn** ...15 - 50 Hours Hopper Capacity...55 Pounds Heating capacity will vary depending on the home's floor plan, degree of insulation, and the outside temperature.

  • Page 8: 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 9: Clearances - Straight Installation

    Clearances - Straight Installation Through the Wall Installations 3” Minimum 6” Minimum Clearances - Corner Installation Through the Wall Vents 2” 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 10: 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 11: Pellet Vent Type

    Pellet Vent Type • Must be Type "L"(except for masonry fireplace installations) - or - connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney (use an adapter and seal all joints). Installing the Pellet Vent • Horizontal sections must have a 1/4" rise every 12" of travel. •...

  • Page 12: Mobile Home Requirements

    Must be located so that it will not become plugged by snow or other material. Travis Industries Installation Lift the stove off of the pedestal and place it on a piece of wood so that the ash pan trap door does not become damaged.

  • Page 13: Alcove Installation Requirements

    Alcove Installation Requirements Whenever 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 installation requirements listed below must be met.

  • Page 14: 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) 12” Minimum Travis Industries Installation Type "L" Outside Air - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Vent House Shield (used to protect exterior wall from soot discoloration) 3”...

  • Page 15: Installation Example: Interior Vertical

    Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation Minimum Type "L" Vent Floor Protection Vertical Cap Storm Collar Roof Flashing Vent must maintain 3” clearance to combustibles. 2” Min. Travis Industries Installation 3” Minimum “Tee” Outside (optional) 9” Minimum 6” Minimum 24” Minimum Ceiling Support “L”...

  • Page 16: Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit

    Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit Type "L" Vent Floor Protection Storm Collar Roof Flashing Travis Industries Installation 3” Minimum Minimum “Tee” (optional) 9” Minimum 6” Minimum Class A Chimney Class A Chimney must maintain clearances outlined in the chimney’s installation instructions (usually 2”).

  • Page 17: Installation Example: Hearth Fireplace

    Installation Example: Hearth Fireplace (Masonry or Z.C. (metal) ) 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 3”...

  • Page 18: Operation

    Do not unplug the stove to turn it off. This stove relies upon electricity to push the flue gases out the pellet vent – unplugging it may lead to smoke entering your room.

  • Page 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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 22: Restrictor Adjustment

    NOTE: If the restrictor is fully out 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 23: 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 24: Maintenance

    Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) Inspect the Burn When burning, the flames should be bright orange with an occasional ember jumping from the firepot. Make Sure Pellets are Not Piling Up If the pellets pile up over the burn pot, turn the mode switch to "OFF".

  • Page 25: Check Firepot For Clinkers

    Maintenance 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 stove off and check for clinkers. The most likely causes are: •...

  • Page 26: 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 27: Opening The Door

    Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Opening The Door The front of the stove becomes very hot during operation. WARNING: Let the stove cool completely before conducting service. Swing the door open Travis Industries Use the door latch tool to open the latch.

  • Page 28: Sweep Ash Into Ashpan

    The more often you clean out the flyash, the more efficient your heater will burn. The firebox becomes very hot during operation. Let the WARNING: stove cool completely before conducting service. Swing the side ash trap door up. Lift the firepot out of its holder.

  • Page 29: 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 ashpan make sure it is pushed all the way in. Disposal of Ashes –...

  • Page 30: Yearly Maintenance (Or Every Two Tons)

    The exhaust venting system should be inspected at least once every year to determine if cleaning is necessary. Clean the Vertical Exhaust Duct Clean the Horizontal Exhaust Duct Travis Industries Maintenance (the stove must be cool and unplugged) Remove both refractory side clips. Clean this area behind where the refractory rests (both sides).

  • Page 31: 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 hlding the left door in place. Swing the left side panel open.

  • Page 32: Replacement Parts

    – inspect the door gasket and door catch carefully. • 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 33: Normal Operating Sounds

    Normal Operating Sounds Exhaust Blower The flow of exhaust gases may create a low-pitched hum. This sound will change as the FEED RATE is altered. Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear the heated air being forced through these tubes by the convection fan.

  • Page 34: Safety Label

    3 in./75 mm or 4 in./100 mm diameter listed type “L” Vent complete with components. See manufacturer’s installation instructions for precautions required for passing a vent through a combustible wall or ceiling. Do not connect this appliance to a vent serving another appliance. Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials (Measured to Stove Top) Interior Vertical Flue Installation...

  • Page 35: 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., 10850 117th Place N.E., Kirkland, Washington 98033. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this 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: Years 1 &...

  • Page 36: 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 37: Remote Thermostat

    Optional Equipment Remote Thermostat • Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation. Using the Remote Thermostat The remote thermostat has a 1 to 2 minute lag time between the time the thermostat is turned up and the heater turns on. Included with the remote thermostat is a set of instructions that details the operating characteristics of this optional component.

  • Page 38: Optional Log

    Optional Equipment Optional Log (Part # 98900126) Make sure the heater has fully cooled before installation. Open the door (see the instructions included with the owner’s manual. Attach the two log shelf legs to the cross brace with the four included nuts. Make sure to use the correct leg for each side.

  • Page 39: Optional Gold Grill

    Optional Equipment Optional Gold Grill (part # 93005034) Open the hopper lid. Use a phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the black trim in place. Use the same screws to attach the gold trim. Optional Gold Door (part # 99300531) Remove the door by sliding it up and off the door frame.

  • Page 40: Index

    Clearances - Corner Installation ...7 Clearances - Straight Installation ...7 Clinkers (Check Firepot for Clinkers) ...23 Controls ...16 Curing the Paint ...16 Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove)...22 Dimensions...5 Direct "Through the Wall" Installation...12 Door (cleaning the gold)...24 Door (Opening) ...25 Door Gasket (inspection, removal) ...30...

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