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Blaze King ASHFORD 25 Operation & Installation Manual

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THIS MANUAL PERTAINS
TO UNITS WITH SERIAL
NUMBERS:
17.1252 to 17.1256 inclusive
17.1277 to 17.1282 inclusive
17.1287 and above
SERIAL #
LOCATION
Date Installed:_____________
Serial No.: _____________
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency certified to comply with 2020 particulate emission standards using crib wood.
Report # F19-533
The authority having jurisdiction (such a municipal building department, fire department, etc.) should be
consulted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit.
OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
Valley Comfort Systems Inc., 1290 Commercial Way, Penticton, BC, V2A 3H5, Canada
Phone: 250-493-7444 w Fax: 250-493-5833 w www.blazeking.com w info@blazeking.com
Pour la version française de nos manuels S.V.P. vous référez à notre site web: www.blazeking.com
180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs
ASHFORD 25
SOLID FUEL WOOD CATALYTIC STOVE
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
Homeowner: Please SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Manufactured By
(AF25)
March 15, 2021

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  • Page 1 ASHFORD 25 (AF25) SOLID FUEL WOOD CATALYTIC STOVE THIS MANUAL PERTAINS TO UNITS WITH SERIAL NUMBERS: 17.1252 to 17.1256 inclusive 17.1277 to 17.1282 inclusive 17.1287 and above SERIAL # LOCATION Date Installed:_____________ Serial No.: _____________ U.S. Environmental Protection Agency certified to comply with 2020 particulate emission standards using crib wood.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    EMISSIONS ______________________________________________________ 6 APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS ................6 DIMENSIONS—#Z2091 AF25 29 1/4” Shroud ................7 DIMENSIONS—#Z2093 AF25 32 1/4” Shroud ....................... 7 Electrical Diagram—Ashford 25 ________________________________________________________ 8 CERTIFICATION LABEL ____________________________________________________________ 8 LABEL LOCATION ________________________________________________________ 9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS _________________________________________________ 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................
  • Page 3 AF25 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3 ______________________________________________________________ 33 MAINTENANCE ....................33 RUN-AWAY OR CHIMNEY FIRE .................. 33 CREOSOTE FORMATION AND REMOVAL ..........................34 ASH REMOVAL ..................35 LOADING DOOR GASKET INSPECTION ................. 35 LOADING DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT ............. 36 BYPASS DOOR GASKET RETAINER REPLACEMENT #Z2022 ...................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    AF25 INTRODUCTION Page 4 • THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. ANY CHANGES OR ALTERATIONS TO THIS APPLIANCE OR ITS CONTROLS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND IS PROHIBITED BY FEDERAL AND STATE LAWS. Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance according to operating •...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    The combustor supplied with this heater is a 115-0335 or 115-0535 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, 146A Street...

  • Page 6: Appliance Dimensions

    AF25 APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Page 6 DIMENSIONS—#Z2091 AF25 29 1/4” Shroud " " 18" 32° " " " " 11" " 19" " " 22" 18" " " " 180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs March 15, 2021...

  • Page 7: Dimensions-#Z2093 Af25 32 1/4" Shroud

    " " 22" 18" " " " Electrical Diagram—Ashford 25 LOOSE WIRE TO BE ZAP-STRAPPED TO INTAKE CHANNEL G M F G M F CABTIRE SLEEVE FOR AF25: BOTH CONNECT TO FIREBOX BODY FOR SC25: BOTH CONNECT TO LOWER SHROUD KIT UPON INSTALL...

  • Page 8: Certification Label

    AF25 CERTIFICATION LABEL Page 8 LABEL LOCATION 180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs March 15, 2021...
  • Page 9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 9 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 10: Safety Precautions

    AF25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 10 Never try to repair or replace any part of this appliance Do not place clothing or other unless instructions are given flammable items on or near in this manual. All other work this appliance. must be done by a trained technician.
  • Page 11 AF25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 11 This appliance is designed and approved for burning cord wood only. DO NOT burn trash, garbage; artificial or paper logs; gift wrappings; coal; lighter fluids; chemical cleaners; chemical starters; treated or painted wood; salt water driftwood or foil-backed paper such as gum wrappers or cigarette packages;...

  • Page 12: 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 13: Minimum Clearances For Af25

    AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 13 MINIMUM CLEARANCES for AF25 Minimum clearances to combustibles Measured from firebox door flange Side of door flange to combustible wall. 13.5" / 343 mm Top of door flange to bottom of mantel and combustible facing. 20"...

  • Page 14: 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 efficiency appliances, such as your Blaze King stove, may require some fine tuning of your chimney system in order to maximize performance.

  • Page 15: Inspect Chimney

    AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 15 INSPECT CHIMNEY Before connecting any wood-burning unit to an existing chimney, inspect the chimney to be sure that it is in good condition. There must be no cracks or holes. The cross-sectional area can differ from the flue collar as long as sufficient draw is maintained and local codes and jurisdiction are observed..

  • Page 16: Front Cast Removal

    AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 16 FRONT CAST REMOVAL 1. Disconnect the two rheostat wires from the front cast assembly. Open the loading door. Remove eight 1/4-20 nuts from top brackets and side posts with a 7/16” wrench. Remove two 10-24 nuts from analog cat therm using a 3/8”...
  • Page 17 AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 17 5. The thermostat rod should look as shown when fully open, if not then the rod needs to be re- inserted at the proper alignment. 6. Determine which side the nearest electrical outlet is then feed electrical cable through lower back corner of the cast facing on that side.
  • Page 18 AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 18 8. Position stove in fireplace opening. If required, use the four leg leveler bolts to level the firebox. (Fig. 6) Fig. 6 9. Fasten lower cast cover to cast face using a 5/32” alan key, two screws. (Fig. 7) Fig.
  • Page 19 AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 19 NOTE: TO REMOVE THE INSERT FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSPECTING THE FIREPLACE INSERT AND FIREPLACE, DO STEPS 1 to 4 IN REVERSE. #Z2015 FLUE COLLAR NUTS ASSEMBLY #2055 #2079 1/4” GASKET BYPASS SHEILD Fig. 9 Flue Collar Installation 1.

  • Page 20: Chimney

    AF25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 20 CHIMNEY FACTORY-BUILT FIREPLACE In Canada and in the USA: This insert may be installed into a compliant factory built fireplace providing the chimney is lined from the outlet of the insert to the top of the chimney using an insulated stainless steel liner which meets UL-127 or ULC-S610.

  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    Consequential damage from this type of operation will deem the warranty null and void. All Blaze King wood appliances are designed to burn cord wood only. Dimensional timber off cuts, very low moisture content small diameter wood and pressed wood logs, when used in excess, may result in excessive internal firebox temperatures that can cause causing irreversible damage to the firebox’s internal structure.

  • Page 22: Selecting Wood

    AF25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 22 SELECTING WOOD THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED TO BURN NATURAL WOOD ONLY. DO NOT BURN TREATED • WOOD, COAL, CHARCOAL, COLORED PAPER, CARDBOARD, SOLVENTS OR GARBAGE. • HIGHER EFFICIENCIES AND LOWER EMISSIONS WILL GENERALLY RESULT WHEN BURNING AIR DRIED SEASONED WOODS, AS COMPARED TO WET, GREEN OR FRESHLY CUT WOODS.

  • Page 23: Bypass

    AF25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 23 BYPASS DOOR & BYPASS HANDLE Your catalytic wood burning appliance is fitted with a bypass door which allows exhaust from the fire to temporarily bypass the catalytic combustor. The bypass door is located inside the dome of the firebox at the top of the appliance.

  • Page 24: Lighting The Fire

    Don’t be afraid to fill it completely if necessary. With the Blaze King thermostat, the wood will only burn at the rate set on the thermostat.

  • Page 25: Reloading Procedure

    AF25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 25 RELOADING PROCEDURE WHEN PREPARING TO RELOAD, IF THE NEEDLE ON THE CATALYTIC THERMOMETER IS STILL IN THE ACTIVE ZONE, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE BELOW; IF THE NEEDLE HAS DROPPED INTO THE INACTIVE ZONE, REFER BACK TO THE “LIGHTING THE FIRE” PROCEDURE ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE.

  • Page 26: Optimal Thermostat Setting

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 26 OPTIMAL LOW BURN THERMOSTAT SETTING Your Blaze King appliance was tested and certified in accordance TESTED LOW BURN SETTING to the New Source Performace Standards for Residential Wood Heaters. During this test series, the low burn rate of the unit was determined by setting the thermostat knob to a position that yeilded the lowest burn rate achievable.

  • Page 27: Catalyst Monitoring

    If, after cleaning and reburning, your combustor is still not producing an ACTIVE reading you should contact your Blaze King dealer for a replacement combustor. Note - It is also possible that the catalytic thermometer itself may be functioning incorrectly. Before condemning the combustor, read CATALYTIC THERMOMETER in OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

  • Page 28: 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 180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs...
  • Page 29 AF25 CATALYST MONITORING Page 29 PROBLEM - CATALYST MASKING (The catalyst is coated with a layer of fly-ash or soot which prevents catalytic activity) Possible Cause: Accumulation of fly-ash Solution: Brush cooled combustor with a soft-bristled brush or vacuum lightly at least once per burning season. PROBLEM - THERMAL CRACKING Possible Cause: Normal operation, as long as the combustor remains intact.

  • Page 30: Catalytic Combustor, Replacement

    “CATALYST MONITORING”. 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. The removal of a Blaze King Catalytic combustor requires a small flat blade screwdriver or pocket knife.
  • Page 31 AF25 CATALYST MONITORING Page 31 4. Now that the combustor has been removed you’ll be able to see one stainless bypass retainer on each side. These can remain in place and do not need to be removed. These clips are not fixed in position and can fall into the firebox.
  • Page 32 The combustor supplied with this heater is either 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, 146A Street...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    AF25 MAINTENANCE Page 33 RUN-AWAY OR CHIMNEY FIRE A CHIMNEY FIRE CAN PERMANENTLY DAMAGE YOUR CHIMNEY SYSTEM. THIS DAMAGE CAN ONLY BE REPAIRED BY REPLACING THE DAMAGED COMPONENT PARTS. CHIMNEY FIRE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY THE LIMITED WARRANTY. CAUSES: 1.

  • Page 34: Ash Removal

    AF25 MAINTENANCE Page 34 CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE The most efficient method to sweep the chimney is using a hard brush. Brush downwards so soot and creosote residues will come off the inner surface and fall to the bottom of the chimney where they can be removed easily.

  • Page 35: 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” fiber glass door gasket ready to re-install, as well as high temperature adhesive. See your Blaze King dealer.

  • Page 36: Bypass Door Gasket Retainer Replacement #Z2022

    AF25 MAINTENANCE Page 36 BYPASS DOOR GASKET RETAINER REPLACEMENT #Z2022 1. Remove flame shield. (see CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR REPLACEMENT step 1) 2. Remove the combustor. (see CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR REPLACEMENT step 2-4) 3. Remove hanging smoke baffle. 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.
  • Page 37 AF25 MAINTENANCE Page 37 5. Remove the two 1/4-20 bolts and washers that hold the dome guard in place, be sure to support the dome guard during this process is it will come loose. Once the dome guard is removed, unthread the two 1/4-20 coupling nuts that spaced the dome guard from the dome bottom.

  • Page 38: 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 firmly onto the sides of the glass with the gasket centered on the edge.

  • Page 39: Loading Door Tension Adjustment

    AF25 MAINTENANCE Page 39 LOADING DOOR TENSION ADJUSTMENT 1. Open the door. 2. To tighten the door tension use a 7/16” wrench to loosen the two nuts on the latch cover. Slide the latch cover towards the back of the stove and tighten nuts.(Fig. 13) Repeat paper test (see “LOADING DOOR GASKET INSPECTION”...

  • Page 40: Fan Assembly

    AF25 MAINTENANCE Page 40 4. Loosen the four door hinge nuts using a 7/16” wrench. Slide door hinges in to tighten door seal and out to loosen door seal. (Fig. 15) 5. Put door back on using nuts and bolts. 6.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Page 41 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 stove is emitting, determine the cause early so that major problems may be avoided.
  • Page 42 INSPECTION” Excessive draft in the chimney. Measure draft with a Manometer. See “DRAFTS”. 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 43 Consult your blaze King Dealer. By-pass door leaking or not closing completely. Inspect and clean area around by-pass doors. Adjust or replace gasket if necessary. Consult your Blaze King Dealer. PROBLEM: Spots of creosote accumulation in chimney or chimney connector. CAUSE SOLUTION Air leaks in chimney or chimney connector.
  • Page 44 AF25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 44 ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER Z2011 AF25 CAST ASSEMBLY Z2010 AF25 CAST DOOR ASSEMBLY Z2019 25 BYPASS DOOR ASSEMBLY Z2022 25 BYPASS GASKET RETAINER ASSEMBLY 120.0800 ANALOG CAT THERMOMETER 2049 SMOKE BAFFLE S.CAT2425 COMBUSTOR 2030 FLAME SHIELD 110.2060 CAST BYPASS LATCH...

  • Page 45: Replacement Parts

    AF25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 45 Z2010 AF25 CAST DOOR ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER 110.2010 AF25 CAST DOOR 130.0270 GLASS CERAMIC 5MM 25i 155.0254.AS GASKET 1/8 X 3/4 W/PSA SPEC / FT 6.65 155.0186 GASKET 7/8 RND BLK MID / FT 2044 SC25 DOOR HANDLE 180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs...
  • Page 46 AF25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 46 Refractory Brick Layout ITEM PART QTY. NUMBER A Size Brick AA Size Brick KT Size Brick PP Size Brick SI Size Brick 180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs March 15, 2021...

  • Page 47: Warranty

    Page 47 BLAZE KING WOOD LIMITED WARRANTY Blaze King and Valley Comfort’s respective brands extend the following warranty for wood fired 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 48 Blaze King is the manufacturer of the Blaze King line of heating products. At Blaze King, our commitment to the highest level of quality and customer service is the most important thing we do. Each Blaze King appliance is built on a tradition of using only the finest materials and is backed by our limited warranty to the original purchaser.
  • Page 49 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 50 20%. 3rd year ----purchaser pays 40%. 4th year -----purchaser pays 60%. 5th year---- purchaser pays 80%. If a defect or problem is determined by Blaze King to be non warrantable, Blaze King is not liable for travel costs for service work. In the event of in-home repair work, the customer will pay any in-home travel fees or service charges required by the Authorized Dealer.

  • Page 51: Installer Notes

    AF25 INSTALLER NOTES Page 51 Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address:________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Installer (print): _______________________________________________________________ Installer (sign): _______________________________________________________________ Phone #: ____________________________________________________________________ Date Installed:________________________________________________________________ Serial No.: ___________________________________________________________________ 180-AF25 v1.11 per PE32 revs March 15, 2021...

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