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B
SERIES
BioMass B250
By SteelTech Inc.
Version 1
B
SERIES
OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
UL 2523-2009
CAN/CSA B366.1-2011

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  • Page 1 SERIES SERIES OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL BioMass B250 By SteelTech Inc. UL 2523-2009 CAN/CSA B366.1-2011 Version 1...
  • Page 2 Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SERIES CONTENTS RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARRANTY AND SAFETY DO NOT THROW AWAY Warranty Registration & Delivery Form ....Front Insert Warranty Details ......... . . 4 Water Treatment And Testing .
  • Page 4: Warranty Details

    SteelTech Inc. does not warranty any damage caused and maintenance are followed) for the life of the furnace by negligence and deterioration due to lack of proper towards the purchase of a new HeatMaster furnace, in ongoing maintenance, physical damage caused by abuse the following pro-rated schedule.
  • Page 5: Water Treatment And Testing

    8 weeks if no email address is on active units of water treatment available to neutralize hand at HeatMaster harmful elements in your furnace water. Nitrates also act to neutralize harmful bacteria that may build-up in the You will receive a water test report outlining what must —...
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    All models operate at atmospheric pressure. DO NOT — obstruct, block or plug the overflow vent tube in any way, which is located on top of the furnace. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 7: Furnace Installation Guide

    SERIES FURNACE INSTALLATION GUIDE Installation should be performed by a qualified installer and must comply with all requirements of the agency having jurisdiction. B250 Max BTU Output 250,000 BTU/hr Furnace Size (W x H x L) 61 x 84 x 112 Furnace Weigh 3,000 lbs Firebox Dimensions...
  • Page 8: Furnace Foundation

    (400 mm) in front and 8 inches (200 mm) on either side of the fuel-loading and ash removal doors. A cement pad of 4-6” in thickness should be used. — Bottom View Top View Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 9: Trench

    Note: Incorrect chimney installation will void the warranty. vapour, combustible dust or combustible fibers may The chimney on your B Series outdoor furnace is a be present. If flammables are present in the building, stainless steel double wall insulated chimney. When...
  • Page 10: Chimney Installation

    Maximum horizontal installation from the furnace to the minimum — 3 ft. (0.9 m) exhaust exit is 3 ft. minimum Maximum 8 ft. run from elbow to elbow but keep as — short as possible. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual Chimney...
  • Page 11: Wiring And Hydronic Lines

    SERIES Combustion Air the furnace. The room housing the B250 must have an opening to the outside providing a minimum of 250 Furnaces, exhaust fans, and other appliances all draw air square inches of net free air into the room. from the room in which they are located.
  • Page 12 A wiring interconnection is permitted. The find a tube & shell style heat exchanger to have lower electrical system of both boilers shall be powered from maintenance requirements than a flat plate style. a single branch circuit without exception. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 13 SERIES Forced Air Furnace (Water-To-Air Exchanger) in the cold/return air portion of the ductwork. Some furnaces may have issues with hot return air exceeding the The water-to-air heat exchanger is typically mounted in maximum design temperatures of the furnace. This should the supply air plenum directly off the forced air furnace be investigated prior to installation.
  • Page 14: Wiring Diagram

    Air/Solenoid/Walker 15 Amp Ash Auger 2 Amp Recirc/Pump Plugs 15 Amp Igniter 5 Amp Draft Fan 2 Amp Flue Cleaner 5 Amp Agitator 5 Amp High Limit Contactor 3TG1010-0BB4 Fuel Auger/Air Lock 10 Amp Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 15: Fuel

    SERIES FUEL This heater is designed to burn coal, wood pellets and natural wood chips only. Using high quality fuel is essential for optimal operation WOOD CHIPS Choosing a high quality wood chip from a quality supplier will give you higher efficiencies, less ash and less maintenance.
  • Page 16: Coal

    Look for the following when choosing a high quality pellet: High Heat Output/BTU Rating — Low Moisture Content — Low Ash Content — No additives or bark — Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 17: Field Wiring Diagram

    CONTROLS AND SAFETY DEVICES Furnace Control Your HeatMaster B Series furnace uses a factory-programmed control to maintain the set water temperature. The control is located to the left of the firebox door and offers several user programming options to accommodate a wide variety of installation variables.
  • Page 18 Use the UP/Down keys to navigate to the desired screen. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to move the black box to the Repeatedly pressing the UP key will bring you to the current parameter you desire to change. dashboard screen. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 19 SERIES Once the Fan On Delay time has expired the draft fan will — turn on for the length of the Fan Pulse time. If during this time the firebox temperature reaches the Ignition Off setpoint the unit will resume feeding fuel and shut down the igniter. If the firebox does not reach the Ignition Off setpoint during the Fan Pulse the unit will repeat the ignition cycle to bring in another fuel Feed Pulse and allow time for ignition.
  • Page 20 Alarm – Emergency Stop The Emergency Stop button on the furnace has been pressed. Once it is safe to do so, rotate the Emergency Stop button to allow it to pop up and the fault will reset. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 21 SERIES To Enter Manual Mode Variable Frequency Drive Press and hold the ESC and UP keys until the screen changes to Manual Mode. The Variable Frequency Drive controls the speed of the main Once in Manual Mode you can press and hold the ESC key drive motor on the B250.
  • Page 22: How The B-Series Biomass Furnace Works

    Our efficient and clean no burn back from the unit as it does not let the air flow burning B Series furnaces are continuing that trend. through the auger. How It Works...
  • Page 23: Operating The Furnace

    SERIES OPERATING THE FURNACE FILLING THE FURNACE WITH WATER Hint: A bleeder valve installed at a high point in the building piping can be very helpful in removing air from The most effective way to fill the furnace with water is to the system on initial startup.
  • Page 24 Walking Grate. If the feed rate is too low the flame will be small and thin and the heat output will be low. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 25: Furnace Components

    SERIES B250 FURNACE COMPONENTS Chimney Fuel Bin Draft Inducer Fan Walker Burner Motor Walker Drive Primary Auger Guardian Air Lock Secondary Auger...
  • Page 26 B250 FURNACE COMPONENTS Chimney Recirculation Pump Draft Inducer Fan Emergency Stop Button Return Lines Firebox Door Supply Lines Ash Drawer 10 Ash Auger and Bin Power Junction Box Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 27: Care And Maintenance

    SERIES CARE AND MAINTENANCE On a seasonal basis when the furnace is not in To maintain high levels of performance from your furnace, use, you will have to: certain maintenance procedures are required periodically. Remove all ashes and excess creosote from the firebox, CAUTION: Always turn off the furnace before removing or —...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    If the solenoid is not opening check the breaker. Reset — if it has tripped and check again for proper operation. If Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 29 SERIES If the walking grate is not moving, check the motor, Fuel Feed Auger: — gearbox, and chain drive for the walker in the service Examine the chain and sprockets driving the fuel auger. — area of the furnace. If there does not appear to be a If damaged make the necessary repairs.
  • Page 30: Electrical Troubleshooting

    If these checks have not provided an answer call your dealer. Check control for errors that may have shut the furnace down. ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical troubleshooting should always be done by a qualified technician. Consult your dealer for assistance. Heatmaster B Series Furnace Operating Manual...
  • Page 31 SERIES WARNING LABELS WOOD PELLETS AND COAL FUEL ONLY Manufactured By: SteelTech Inc. Winkler, Manitoba Test Standards: CAN/CSA B366.1-M91, UL 2523-2009 Test Dates: 10/17/2018 to 10/31/2018 Certified as an add on model: October, 2018 Serial#: SteelTech Inc. SOLID-FUEL FIRED FURNACE FOR US WITH WOOD CHIPS, WOOD PELLETS AND COAL FUEL ONLY FOURNAISE CUITE AU FUEL SOLIDE POUR NOUS AVEC COPEAUX DE BOIS, GRANULÉS DE BOIS ET COMBUSTIBLE DE CHARBON SEULEMENT...
  • Page 32 HeatMaster carries a full line of high-quality parts for your furnace including pumps, fittings and heat exchangers. For more information on our parts or to arrange product installation please contact your local HeatMaster dealer. Heatmaster Box 158 Winkler, Manitoba, Canada...

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