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bill
February 12, 2025
what does temp probe lft of front door do on a 100cb heatmor
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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025
The temperature probe left of the front door on a Heatmor 100 CB is used to monitor the water temperature within the unit. It can trigger an alarm or override the normal heat settings to start heating appliances inside the building, helping to remove excess heat from the HEATMOR™ and prevent the water from boiling.
B Placing the HEATMOR™ on the Concrete Base C Filling the HEATMOR™ Outdoor Furnace Initially with Water D Maintaining Heat Transfer Fluid (HTF) in the Bladder and HEATMOR™ E Low Heat Transfer Fluid (HTF) Condition F Initial Installation of Sand...
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F In the Event of a Power Failure D Firebox Door Handle 19 EXTERIOR CLADDING AND INSULATION E Firebox Door Hinge A Outer Front Door of HEATMOR™ F Firebox Door Latch B Roof of the HEATMOR™ G Firebox Door Magnet C Sides of the HEATMOR™...
The methods of operation described within this Operations and Maintenance Manual have proven to be effective for HEATMOR™ for the sole purpose of the operation of a HEATMOR™ Stainless Steel Outdoor Furnace. All formulas and figures listed within this Operations and Maintenance Manual are approximated and should be read as such.
CHAPTER 3 FRONT CUT-AWAY VIEW OF HEATMOR™ OUTDOOR FURNACE FURNACE PARTS LIST (For parts not shown on the cut-away view, please refer to the appropriate chapter for further details.) Firebox Ashes Firebox Ash pan Firebox door Ash auger (not shown)
CHAPTER 4 REAR CUT-AWAY VIEW OF HEATMOR™ OUTDOOR FURNACE FURNACE PARTS LIST (For parts not shown on the cut-away view, please refer to the appropriate chapter for further details.) Firebox Ashes Firebox Ash pan Firebox door Ash auger (not shown)
Do not connect the HEATMOR™ furnace to the chimney of any existing heating system. HEATMOR™ Outdoor Furnaces, Model 100 CB, 200 CB and 400 CB are not designed or certified to be located in densely populated areas. This unit was not designed, nor is it recommended, for use as a stand-alone heating system.
NOT be attached appliances. to main base of furnace. 6) The red wire from the New Style High-Limit on the back of the HEATMOR™ should BASE: OUTDOOR FURNACE SITS ON THIS PAD It is recommended to use steel mesh or R-bar be wired to the indoor temperature control to override the thermostat.
3. Less bending when adding coal. 4. Keeps smoke above the operator. 4. Keeps smoke above the operator. 48” 5. Protects the base of the HEATMOR™. 5. Protects the base of the HEATMOR™. PATIO STONES OR SEPARATE CEMENT SLAB FOR CONVENIENT LOADING...
PH LEVEL OF 7.0 TO 11.5 firebox base. CHLORIDE LEVEL OF UNDER 50 2) Need to seal the perimeter of the entire HEATMOR™ so rodents are not able to find a HARDNESS UNDER 200 PPM home inside the HEATMOR™. SOFTENED AND FILTERED TO LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF SOLIDS.
40% DOWFROST™ HD) but open at all other times. Your bladder should have a small amount of HTF in it. 2) HEATMOR™ does not recommend the use of in-line fill valves due to the dilution of the HTF over time.
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Using such liquids may result in severe burns and injury. Heatmor™ outdoor furnaces, model 100 CB, 200 CB, and 400 CB are certified to burn coal 10) When adding HTF, DOWFROST™ HD or maintaining the HEATMOR™ furnace, only.
Just as moisture collects on the inside of a warm house window on a cold outside day, the who will be lighting and fueling the HEATMOR™ furnace. same thing is occurring inside the HEATMOR firebox. The warm moisture in the smoke is Confirm the furnace is full of HTF condensing on the cold firebox walls of the HEATMOR.
Types of coal allowed to be used include: Pennsylvania anthracite, Eastern Canadian Loading a large amount of coal into the HEATMOR™ furnace once a day is not always best. We have found that you have a more efficient fire and produce less smoke when you Bituminous and Western Canadian Sub-bituminous.
If you are draining the system because of total system shutdown in cold weather, remember to also drain the supply and return lines to prevent freeze-up. The use of an In-Line Filling system is not recommended by HEATMOR as it may void your warranty due to the dilution of the HTF When refilling your HEATMOR™, refer to “Filling the HEATMOR™...
Before draining the water, please refer to “Removal/Replacement of System HTF”. Bladder HEATMOR does not recommend the use of water additives. As they may void your warranty Principle of the Bladder The HEATMOR™ is designed to be a semi-closed system.
Removal and Replacement of the Bladder Heat Transfer Fluid (HTF) Level Gauge 1) Turn off the bladder ball valve located at the front of the HEATMOR™ furnace. Principle of the HTF Level Gauge 2) Remove the bladder cover plate held in place by two wing nuts.
HTF within the water jacket absorbs heat produced in the firebox. The heated HTF is used Principles of the Firebox to transfer heat from the HEATMOR™ into the building needing heat. The water jacket and the firebox are one welded component and can be replaced.
Firebox Door Removal of Firebox Door 1) Turn off power to the combustion air blowers. Principles of the Firebox Door The firebox door is HTF cooled to prevent warping of the 2) Ensure that the fire in the firebox is extinguished. door.
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The door hoses allow HTF from the water jacket to to the firebox door handle holder on the outer door. This procedure prevents either of the pass through the firebox door, through thermal doors closing while the Heatmor is being loaded with coal. siphoning. Refer to “Firebox Door”...
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5) Cover the door rope with silicone and tool to a smooth, flat, finish. firebox door completely open while the operator is loading coal into the HEATMOR™. 6) Leave the firebox door open for 24 hours to allow silicone to dry completely.
Firebox / Base Connector Clamps Removal and Replacement Principles of the Firebox / Base Connector Clamps 1) Allow the ashes to burn completely and extinguish. To allow easy separation of the firebox / water jacket assembly and the base, if repairs are 2) Push the ashes to the back of the firebox or remove all the ashes from the firebox.
Principles of Sand in the Base of the Firebox ABSOLUTELY NO FIRE IN THE FIREBOX WHEN The HEATMOR™ furnace, in boiler terms, is a “dry PERFORMING THIS REPAIR. ALWAYS WEAR base boiler.” This is to say there is no HTF around PROPER PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT.
CHAPTER 14 Removal and Replacement AIR SUPPLY 1) Turn off the main power supply to the furnace. Combustion Air Blower(s) and Flipper Assembly(s) 2) Loosen and remove the thumbnuts securing the blower/flipper assembly to the air tube. THE FLIPPER MUST OPERATE PERFECTLY OR PROBLEMS QUICKLY ARISE. 3) Disconnect the electrical wire from the blower.
“fan on” position or if 1) See chimney maintenance above. the Automatic Fan Switch fails in the “fan on” position, the Heatmor combustion fan will 2) Purchase approved chimney extensions that fit together correctly. If the extensions continue to run until the high limit is tripped.
Ash Management and Ash Removal Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal - 1) If ash management is deficient, the HEATMOR™ will not perform to its optimum. When coal is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with It is time well spent to ensure proper ash management.
3) A proper method of storing the ash auger is to attach a six inch PVC pipe, three feet long, to the side of the Ash Auger HEATMOR™. Storing the auger in the tube will keep it from being frozen into or under snow. Rev. 05/2020...
Keep the face of the dial clean by cleaning periodically with 5) The electrical supply wire should be connected to it’s own circuit. glass cleaner. 6) The red wire is used as a 120v signal back to the house that the Heatmor is in an Removal and Replacement Over-Temp situation.
In the Event of a Power Failure 5) Remove electrical box cover. If a power failure occurs during the use of a HEATMOR™, do not open the firebox door 6) Disconnect - Black - Brown - Red. to provide draft for the fire to burn. Allow the fire to go out. In case of a prolonged power 7) Pull wires - Black - Brown - Red.
EXTERIOR CLADDING AND INSULATION Removal and Replacement If the roof has been damaged it can be replaced. Follow these steps or contact your local Outer Front Door of the HEATMOR™ dealer. Principles of the Outer Front Door 1) Remove the silicone from around the lift hook and vent pipe.
CHECKING FOR AIR LEAKS HEAT TRANSFER FLUID (HTF) LEAKS Once your HEATMOR™ system is up and running, we recommend that you conduct an If you suspect that your HEATMOR™ Stainless Steel Outdoor Furnace has developed a HTF leak, please contact your local dealer for verification and further details.
End of Season 2) Firmly fastened connections are essential to ensure there are no leaks. To begin End of Season Shutdown of your Heatmor™ Outdoor Furnace, follow the Removal and Replacement instructions below: If you suspect you have a leak or faulty internal coil requiring replacement, contact your 1) Turn off pump(s).
Transfer Fluid” Refer to: 9) Take HTF sample and Mail to HEATMOR™, Box 787, Warroad, MN 56763 as per ”Trouble Shooting and Solutions” Furnace has excessive moisture in firebox •...
CHAPTER 25 Why am I experiencing an excess build up of creosote in the furnace? TROUBLESHOOTING AND SOLUTIONS You more than likely are introducing unwanted draft into the firebox. This may Main Principles to Remember be caused by several things, including a door ajar, ash auger tube cover loose, •...
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“Chimney Not enough coal in “Loading Coal into excessive moisture Add coal Chimney plugged Clean Chimney Stub/Chimney Firebox the HEATMOR™” in Firebox Extension(s)” Remove blower and flipper assembly. “Top Rectangular Draft flipper stuck “Steps to Maintain Flue Plugged Clean flue Clean, lube, or Flue”...
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Firebox Door Loading fuel too Load your fuel away “Loading Coal into “Top Rectangular close to the firebox from the firebox Flue Plugged Clean Flue the HEATMOR™ Flue” pops or Rattles door door Charcoal Adjust aquastat “Electrical (HTF HTF Temp. range “Ash Management...
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Heating devices Maintain heating Bladder is leaking Replace Bladder “Bladder” Local Dealer need maintenance devices HEATMOR™ not Door hoses are “Firebox Door “Electrical Aquastat Replace door hoses running between Adjust Aquastat leaking Hoses and Elbows” Controller”...
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Dealer cast iron grates, gaskets and auger are all under warranty by HEATMOR™ for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. HEATMOR™ does not warranty parts damaged by freezing, overheating, pressurization, use of unauthorized fuels, or abuse.
1) Test your water before filling your HEATMOR™ a Heatmor Furnace sold after July 31, 2010 will be mailed a $100 check for each confirmed 2) Send in a sample of your Heat Transfer Fluid after it has run through your system for referral after the sale of the new furnace is finalized and the warranty is sent in.
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Do you have a question about the 100 CB and is the answer not in the manual?
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what does temp probe lft of front door do on a 100cb heatmor
The temperature probe left of the front door on a Heatmor 100 CB is used to monitor the water temperature within the unit. It can trigger an alarm or override the normal heat settings to start heating appliances inside the building, helping to remove excess heat from the HEATMOR™ and prevent the water from boiling.
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