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INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH CONTACT YOUR BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA. 50-1485 INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE STOVE. CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Version française: www.enviro.com/fr...
To prevent the possibility of a fire, ensure that the appliance is properly installed by adhering to the installation instructions. An ENVIRO dealer will be happy to assist you in obtaining information with regards to your local building codes and installation restrictions.
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GLASS: Do not abuse the glass by striking or slamming the door. Do not attempt to operate the stove with broken glass. The stove uses ceramic glass. Replacement glass must be purchased from an ENVIRO dealer. Do not attempt to open the door and clean the glass while the unit is in operation or if glass is hot.
Installation eciDing heRe to ocate youR eLLet ppLiance 1. Check clearances to combustibles (see I nstallatIon learanCes to ombustIbles , and I reestandIng nstallatIon lCove learanCes reestandIng nstallatIon learanCes to ombustIbles IreplaCe nsert 2. Do not obtain combustion air from an attic, garage or any unventilated space.
Installation LeaRanceS to ombuStibLeS ReeStanDing These dimensions are minimum clearances but it is recommended that you ensure sufficient room for serving, routine cleaning and maintenance. Back wall Adjacent 3" (76mm) wall 2" (51mm) 6" (152mm) Minimum 6" (150mm) Figure 5: Meridian on Floor Figure 6: Minimum Clearances to Combustibles for Protection.
Installation LeaRanceS to ombuStibLeS iRepLace nSeRt The fireplace insert must be installed into a masonry fireplace. This model includes a surround faceplate and a pedestal. When installing this unit, ensure that the pedestal is removed from the inside of the hopper and installed on the bottom of the unit.
Installation Figure 10: Hopper Cover Screw Placement. Figure 11: Hopper Extension Screw Placement. obiLe nStaLLation ReeStanDing ● Secure the heater to the floor using the holes in the pedestal of the appliance. ● Ensure the unit is electrically grounded to the chassis of your home (permanently). WARNING: Do not install in a room people sleep in.
Installation eRmination equiRementS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR PELLET STOVE BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER/INSTALLER. Table 1: Use in conjunction with Figure 13 for allowable exterior vent termination locations. Letter Minimum Clearance Description 24 in (61 cm) Above grass, top of plants, wood, or any other combustible materials. 48 in (122 cm) Beside/below any door or window that may be opened.
Installation oRneR hRough nStaLLation ReeStanDing Fresh Air Intake 3" (7.5 cm) Wall thimble manufactured by pellet vent manufacturer. 3" (7.5 cm) Figure 17: Corner Installation. oRizontaL xhauSt hRough nStaLLation ReeStanDing Vent installation: install vent at clearances specified by the vent manufacturer. A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic or roof space, closet or similar concealed spaces, or a floor, or ceiling.
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12 inches (30 cm) Wall thimble above the ground. • A 45° elbow with a rodent screen may be used in place of the termination cap (or stainless steel termination hood). ENVIRO Meridian Figure 19: Straight through Wall Installation - Side View.
(or stainless steel Wall strap Horizontal frame termination hood). for thimble Clean out tee Wall thimble ENVIRO Meridian Figure 20: Through Wall with Horizontal Termination. hRough oncRete eRticaL nStaLLationS ReeStanDing Horizontal frame for thimble Termination cap A 45°...
Clean out tee with distance combustibles Pipe adapter and keep attic insulation away from the vent pipe. Maintain an effective vapor ENVIRO Meridian barrier. 7. Finally, extend the pellet vent to go through the roof NOTE: flashing. All vent sections must maintian 3"...
Installation utSiDe eRticaL nStaLLationS ReeStanDing To accomplish a outside vertical pipe installation, follow steps 1 through 5 in the “I nsIde ertICal nstallatIons ” section and then finish it by performing the following (refer to Figure 23). reestandIng 1. Install a tee with clean out on the outside of the house. 2.
Installation eaRth ount nStaLLation ReeStanDing Damper Removed or Fastened Open Mantel Minimum 8" (20 cm) from top of stove Clean-out Fresh-air intake Min 6" should com from (150 mm) Rain cap chimney. If holes already exist fresh-air Floor intake can be taken Protection through back of the fireplace or through...
Installation nStaLLation With xteRioR ounteD xhauSt LoWeR ReeStanDing The MERIDIAN can be equipped with an externally mounted exhaust blower (PART #20-070). This optional kit will include all components necessary to install the exhaust blower on any external vertical wall surface. Choose a location for your stove that meets the requirements stated in this manual and allows installation with the least amount of interference to house framing, plumbing, wiring, etc.
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Armour cable supplying power to exterior blower ENVIRO Meridian Figure 27: Exhaust Blower Installation; Horizontal Termination. TO SUPPLY POWER TO THE EXHAUST BLOWER: Install an amour coated electrical cable from the exhaust blower housing, through the wall thimble, and attach to the pre-drilled hole in the left hand rear hopper pillar.
Installation hRough eRticaL nStaLLation xhauSt LoWeR ReeStanDing Refer to I and I nstallatIon nstallatIon WItH xterIor ounted xHaust loWer reestandIng nstallatIon . Ensure that vent pipe is properly secured to wall using wall utsIde ertICal nstallatIons reestandIng straps. Maintain clearances to combustibles on vent pipe as well as unit. Rain Cap Roof sheathing Storm collar...
If the fireplace insert does not fit into a zero clearance fireplace we recommend you use an ENVIRO freestanding model and install as a hearth mounted unit. Install a 3” (76 mm) flex pipe from the stove to the top of the chimney (see “I ”).
Installation (uSa o oSitive onnection Without a eLine iRepLace nSeRt This unit does not require a full reline (in USA only) when installing into a masonry fireplace, however, it is recommended to ensure proper drafting of the appliance. IMPORTANT: Ensure the chimney and firebox are cleaned and free of all debris, including soot and ashes, before proceeding with this installation.
Installation nStaLLation anD emovaL of ontRoL aneL in uRRounD aneL iRepLace nSeRt When installing the circuit board control panel into the surround panel, the surround does not need to be assembled. The circuit board will be found in the firebox. Place the circuit board control panel on the backside of the right surround panel so the hinge is on the outside and the top and bottom holes on the control panel line up with those on the...
Installation LateD nStaLLation TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY DO NOT REMOVE OR REPLACE TRIMS WHEN PELLET STOVE IS HOT! KIT COMPONENTS: Upper Cabinet Trim Quantity Description Left Cabinet Side Upper Cabinet Trim Lower Cabinet Trim Top Trim Lower Louver Cabinet Trim #8 nut plated (spares) TOOLS REQUIRED: #8 Hex Nut (x8)
Installation Door must be open. The three (3) arrows in Figure 37 point to three (3) of the nuts that hold the louvers on. There are three nuts on each end. Remove the six nuts by hand; if the nuts are tight, a 11 /32 ”...
Installation heRmoStat nStaLLation 1. Install the wall thermostat in a location that is not to close too the unit but will effectively heat the desired area. 2. Install a 12 or 24 Volt Thermostat using an 18 x 2 gauge wire from the unit to the thermostat. If the unit has been placed in the HI / LOW mode, the unit will be taken to a low or idle setting when the thermostat is not calling for heat.
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Installation The easiest way to make sure that an efficient flame is achieved is to understand the characteristics of the fire. • A tall, lazy flame with dark orange tips requires more air – Open slider (pull out) slightly. • A short, brisk flame, like a blowtorch, has too much air –...
Troubleshooting DO NOT: ● Service the stove with wet hands. The stove is an electrical appliance, which may pose a shock hazard if handled improperly. Only qualified technicians should deal with possible internal electrical failures. ● Do not remove from the firebox any screws without penetrating oil lubrication. WHAT TO DO IF: 1.
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Troubleshooting Check Vacuum levels in the exhaust channel by bypassing the Vacuum Switch, then remove the Vacuum hose from Vacuum Switch. Check exhaust vacuum readings by placing the open end of the Vacuum Hose on a Magnahelic Gauge (readings must be above .10” W.C. on low fire). If the motor fails to reach a 0.10”...
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Troubleshooting 6. The 200 °F ( 93 °C) high limit temperature sensor has tripped. Reset sensor and determine cause – was it Convection Blower failure or 160 °F ( 71 °C) Temperature Sensor failure? Bypass the 160 °F ( 71 °C) sensor, does the Convection blower come on high if not replace the blower? If yes, replace sensor (located on the left side of the firewall).
Wiring Diagram Armor Cable Supplied Grey Optional Exterior Vacuum Exhaust Blower Grey Switch Black White White Combustion Blue Brown Blower Exhaust Temperature Sensor Power Cord Brown Ground Black 115V 115V White Black Black White 220V 220V Brown Blue Thermostat Common 5 Amp Ignitor Fuse...
Parts List - Components Reference Part Description Number Number 120 °F (49 °C) Ceramic Fan Temperature Sensor EC-001 Domestic Power Cord - 115V EC-042 Auger Motor - 115V EF-001 Convection Blower 115V EF-002 Fan Temp Sensor 160 °F (71 °C) EF-013 High Limit Temp Sensor 200 °F (93 °C) Manual Reset EF-016...
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Parts List - Components Reference Part Description Number Number Combustion/ Exhaust Blower - 115V 50-901 Stainless Steel Burn Pot Liner - Standard 50-474 Stainless Steel Burn Pot Liner - High Ash 50-587 Flush Handle for Hopper Lid (Freestanding) 50-523 Door 50-2527 Burn Pot 50-658...
Parts List - Options Reference Part Description Number Number Body Trim Kit - Pewter (Freestanding) 50-620 Body Trim Kit - Gold (Freestanding) 50-621 Body Trim Kit - Antique Copper (Freestanding) 50-622 Door Cover - Painted 50-683 Door Cover - Pewter 50-623 Door Cover - Gold 50-624...
Exclusions conditions herein set forth, this product against defects in material and workmanship An expanded list of exclusions is available at www.enviro.com/help/warranty.html during the specified warranty period starting from the date of original purchase at retail. This warranty does not cover: In the event of a defect of material or workmanship during the specified warranty period, ...
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