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Blaze King SIROCCO 25 Operation & Installation Manual

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SIROCCO 25
(SC25)
SOLID FUEL WOOD CATALYTIC FIRE PLACE INSERT
THIS MANUAL PERTAINS
TO UNITS WITH SERIAL
NUMBERS:
34.1001 and above
SERIAL #
LOCATION
Date Installed:_____________
Serial No.: _____________
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency certified to comply with 2020 particulate emission standards using crib wood.
Installer: Please complete the details on the back cover
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.
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
Manufactured By
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-SC25 v1.16 per PE32 revs
March 9, 2021

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  • Page 1 SIROCCO 25 (SC25) SOLID FUEL WOOD CATALYTIC FIRE PLACE INSERT THIS MANUAL PERTAINS TO UNITS WITH SERIAL NUMBERS: 34.1001 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

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS _________________________________________________ 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................11 FLOOR PROTECTION ......................11 COMPONENTS REQUIRED ..............11 PARTS INCLUDED WITH THE SIROCCO 25 INSERT ....................12 MINIMUM CLEARANCES for SC25 ......................... 13 COMBUSTION AIR ......................13 DRAFTING PERFORMANCE ....................... 13 ROLE OF THE CHIMNEY ........................
  • Page 3 SC25 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3 ______________________________________________________________ 34 MAINTENANCE ................. 34 REMOVAL FOR CLEANING AND INSPECTION ....................34 RUN-AWAY OR CHIMNEY FIRE .................. 34 CREOSOTE FORMATION AND REMOVAL ..........................35 ASH REMOVAL ......................35 CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE ......................35 FLUE COLLAR ADAPTER ..............

  • Page 4: Introduction

    SC25 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

    0.31 This manual describes the installation and operation of the Med-low Burn 0.18 0.33 Sirocco 25 (SC25) catalytic equipped wood heater. Med-high Burn 0.12 1.48 This heater is certified to comply with the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s particulate emission High Burn 0.08...

  • Page 6: Appliance Dimensions

    " 22" " " " " 40" ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM—Sirocco 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 7: Certification Label

    SC25 CERTIFICATION LABEL Page 7 LABEL LOCATION 180-SC25 v1.16 per PE32 revs March 9, 2021...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 8 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 9 SC25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 9 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 10 SC25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Page 10 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 11: Installation Instructions

    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). PARTS INCLUDED WITH THE SIROCCO 25 INSERT 1. Poker 2. Manual kit (w/ warranty cards, labels) 3. Bypass handle (Z2052) FLOOR PROTECTION If the bottom of the appliance is 5”...

  • Page 12: Minimum Clearances For Sc25

    SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 12 MINIMUM CLEARANCES for SC25 Minimum clearances to combustibles Measured from firebox door flange Side of door flange to combustible 13.5" wall. 343 mm Top of door flange to bottom of 20" / 508 mm mantel and combustible facing. Side of door flange to side 10"...

  • Page 13: 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 14: Inspect Chimney

    SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 14 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 15 SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 15 Firebox preparation 1. Position stove in front of fireplace opening, and open the loading door. 2. Remove the two nuts from inside the firebox that hold flue collar assembly in place, use a 9/16” wrench (Fig. 1). Ensure gasket is still fully intact and adhered to flue collar base.
  • Page 16 SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 16 Lower shroud install 1. The electrical cord may be installed on either the left or right side of the insert. Determine where nearest electrical outlet is then run power cord (connectors first) through appropriate slot and fasten in strain relief mount using a #2 RUBBER Robertson screwdriver.
  • Page 17 SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 17 4. Complete the wiring assembly by connecting the loose end of rheostat to power cord. Then connect other loose end of power cord to loose end of fan interconnect wire harness. Finally, using supplied ground screw, fasten power cord and interconnect ground wire to ground hole on front of lower shroud.
  • Page 18 SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 18 Upper shroud install 1. Position catalytic thermometer across ash shelf front.(Fig. 12) CATALYTIC THERMOMETER Fig. 12 2. WITH THE LOADING DOOR OPEN, align notches on the left side of the rear shroud with the screws protruding out of the firebox can. Once in position, do the same with the right side of the rear shroud.
  • Page 19 SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 19 4. Fasten catalytic thermometer to rear shroud using a #2 Robertson screwdriver, two screws. Fig. 15 (Fig. 15) 5. Slide lower shroud cover underneath the lower shroud shelf and fasten using a #2 Robertson Fig. 16 screwdriver, two screws.
  • Page 20 SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 20 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. 18 Flue Collar Installation 1.

  • Page 21: Chimney

    SC25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Page 21 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 22: 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 23: Selecting Wood

    SC25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 23 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 •...

  • Page 24: Bypass

    SC25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 24 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 25: 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 26: Reloading Procedure

    SC25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 26 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 27: Optimal Low Burn Thermostat Setting

    OPTIMAL LOW BURN THERMOSTAT SETTING TESTED LOW BURN SETTING Your Blaze King appliance was tested and certified in accordance 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 28: 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 29: 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-SC25 v1.16 per PE32 revs...
  • Page 30 SC25 CATALYST MONITORING Page 30 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 31: 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 32 SC25 CATALYST MONITORING Page 32 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 33 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 34: Maintenance

    SC25 MAINTENANCE Page 34 REMOVAL FOR CLEANING AND INSPECTION Removal of your insert for cleaning purposes is generally not required if a proper installation has been done. In the event that removal is required, for cleaning or inspection, be sure not to damage any parts needed for re-installation.

  • Page 35: Ash Removal

    SC25 MAINTENANCE Page 35 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 36: 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 37: Bypass Door Gasket Retainer Replacement #Z2022

    SC25 MAINTENANCE Page 37 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 38 SC25 MAINTENANCE Page 38 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 39: Door Glass Gasket Inspection

    1/4 turn. Do not over tighten. 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.

  • Page 40: Loading Door Tension Adjustment

    SC25 MAINTENANCE Page 40 NOTE: YOUR DOOR WAS SET AT THE FACTORY, DO NOT ADJUST UNLESS NECESSARY LOADING DOOR TENSION ADJUSTMENT 1. Lift the outer shroud up and off of magnets and top screws. 2. Open the door. 3. To tighten the door tension use a 7/16” wrench to loosen the two nuts on the latch cover.

  • Page 41: Fan Assembly

    SC25 MAINTENANCE Page 41 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. 24) 5. Put door back on using nuts and bolts. 6.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Page 42 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 appliance is emitting, determine the cause early so that major problems may be avoided.
  • Page 43 INSPECTION” Excessive draft in the chimney. Measure draft with a Manometer. See “DRAFT PERFORMANCE”. 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 44 Poor draft caused by an oversize flue, single wall Measure draft with Manometer. See “DRAFT PERFORMANCE”. pipe, to many elbows, etc. Consult your Blaze King dealer or a chimney sweep. PROBLEM: Door glass quickly becomes coated with creosote. CAUSE SOLUTION...
  • Page 45 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 45 ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER 110.2060 CAST BYPASS LATCH COMBUSTOR S.CAT2425 120.0800 ANALOG CAT THERM 120.0800.1 3 3/8" x 36"L THERM PROBE 145.0136 RHEOSTAT WITH OFF SWITCH 150.0710.L FAN CROSSFLW 120x47MM LEFT 150.0710.R FAN CROSSFLOW 120x47MM RIGHT 200.0102 KNOB BLACK 1.5DX.75 HIGH 220.0137...

  • Page 46: Replacement Parts

    SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 46 Z2038 LOWER SHROUD ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. 135.0161 WIRE PWR CORD SJT 8FT W/CNCTRS 145.0136.1 RHEOSTAT NUT 220.0137 RHEOSTAT KNOB BLACK SILVER LINE 485.2078 7/8" RUBBER PLUG 2037 LOWER SHROUD BODY 2038 LOWER SHROUD SHELF 2039 LOWER SHROUD COVER PANEL 2062...
  • Page 47 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 47 Z2045 SHROUD UPPER SC25 27 1/8" " " " " " " LOWER SHROUD ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER 165.0726.D Magnet Round 1.45" Dia 15lb 2042 UPPER OUTER SHROUD 2043 FRONT SHROUD MOUNTING BRACKET 2045 SMALL TOP SHROUD REAR 2046 SHROUD STANDOFF...
  • Page 48 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 48 Z2070 SHROUD UPPER SC25 29 1/8" " " " " " " LOWER SHROUD ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER 165.0726.D Magnet Round 1.45" Dia 15lb 2042 UPPER OUTER SHROUD 2043 FRONT SHROUD MOUNTING BRACKET 2046 SHROUD STANDOFF 2064 BYPASS HANDLE HANGER...
  • Page 49 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 49 Z2075 SHROUD UPPER SC25 32 1/8" " " " " " " LOWER SHROUD ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER 165.0726.D Magnet Round 1.45" Dia 15lb 2042 UPPER OUTER SHROUD 2043 FRONT SHROUD MOUNTING BRACKET 2046 SHROUD STANDOFF 2064 BYPASS HANDLE HANGER...
  • Page 50 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 50 Z2080.BK SC25 DOOR ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. NUMBER 110.2080 SC25 CAST DOOR 130.0270 GLASS CERAMIC 5MM SC25 155.0186 GASKET 7/8 RND BLK MID / FT 155.0254AS GASKET 1/8 X 3/4 W/PSA SPEC / FT 6.65 2016 DOOR HANDLE MOUNTING BRACKET 2020...
  • Page 51 SC25 REPLACEMENT PARTS Page 51 REFRACTORY BRICK LAYOUT ITEM PART QTY. NUMBER A Size Brick AA Size Brick KT Size Brick PP Size Brick SI Size Brick 180-SC25 v1.16 per PE32 revs March 9, 2021...

  • Page 52: Warranty

    Page 52 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 53 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 54 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 55 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.
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  • Page 59: Installer Notes

    SC25 INSTALLER NOTES Page 59 Installer: Please complete the following information Dealer Name & Address:________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Installer (print): _______________________________________________________________ Installer (sign): _______________________________________________________________ Phone #: ____________________________________________________________________ Date Installed:________________________________________________________________ Serial No.: ___________________________________________________________________ 180-SC25 v1.16 per PE32 revs March 9, 2021...

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