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American Energy Systems MagnuM Countryside Owner's Manual

Biomass corn/wood pellet stove /fireplace insert
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MAGNUM COUNTRYSIDE
BIOMASS CORN/WOOD PELLET STOVE /FIREPLACE INSERT
Safety tested and EPA exemption tested by Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc to UL 1482, CAN/ULC-S627, ULC-S628,
APFI requirements, Oregon administrative rules 814-23-900 to 814-23-909 and E.P.A. Method 28A.
Installation – Operation – Maintenance Instructions
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS BIOMASS CORN/
WOOD PELLET BURNING STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
IMPORTANT: Always contact your local dealer/installer with questions before contacting the factory.
When you call have your serial number, purchase date, who installed the unit and a list of questions.
This appliance must be installed by a qualified/trained factory approved installer to assure proper operation/warranty.
When installing your Countryside Biomass Corn/Pellet stove, particular attention needs to be made in
regards to fire protection. If the unit is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety,
follow the installation and operation instructions provided, and if a question arises contact local building or
fire officials about restrictions and installation requirements in your area.
Read the operations and fuel section of this manual before plugging in your unit.
Always unplug the unit before attempting any service work.
Do not connect the unit to a chimney flue already serving another appliance.
When installing the chimney pipe to the unit, it is important to remember that the unit operates on a
negative pressure and the chimney on a positive pressure. All chimney connections, elbows and fittings
must be airtight. (proper venting practices must be followed. Consult with a venting professional)
Ashes must be disposed of in a metal container with a tight fitting lid.
All minimum clearances to combustibles must be followed.
The Countryside Biomass Corn/Pellet Stove is tested for operation with 14% or less moisture corn or
with wood pellets with an ash content of no more than 3%. It is recommended that Corn with 11-12%
moisture or wood pellets with an ash content of 1% or less be used for efficient operation of this unit.
Corn over 12% moisture has a lower BTU value and will be hard to burn on the lower settings.
It is important to use fuel that is clean, dry and consistent. Make sure that your supplier is giving you
the same fuel each time that you purchase. It is recommended that you purchase your entire heating season
supply of fuel at one time so that the fuel will be the same.
A voltage surge protector or ground fault outlet is required for this unit. The electrical warranty
will be voided if surge protection is not installed before operating this unit.
A grounded outlet must be provided with proper polarity. A constant 120 volt, 60 cycles must be
provided for proper operation or the warranty of this appliance will be forfeited.
DISCLAIMER NOTICE: No guarantee is made regarding the heating capacity of this product. The actual
area that this unit will heat depends on factors such as building conditions, heat loss, type of construction,
amount and type of insulation, type of air movement and heat distribution and the location of the product.
IMPORTANT: Your home must be checked to verify that there is no negative pressure that will effect the
operation of this appliance.
AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. GRANTS NO WARRANTY, IMPLIED OR STATED, FOR THE
INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE STOVE AND ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY
AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. -150 Michigan Street SE - HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA 55350
OWNER'S MANUAL
NOTE: These instructions must be saved
PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE(S).
Web Site:
www.hearthdirect.com
®
Rev. date 08/06

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT: Your home must be checked to verify that there is no negative pressure that will effect the operation of this appliance. AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. GRANTS NO WARRANTY, IMPLIED OR STATED, FOR THE INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE STOVE AND ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE(S).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE CLEAN BURN (special additive) ………………………………………………..………….. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS………….………………………………………..IMPORTANCE OF ADEQUATE FRESH AIR……..………………………………………. SAFETY STEPS…………………………………………………………………………….. BURNING SOLID FUELS (SHELLED CORN/WOOD PELLETS)………………………... UNPACKING YOUR COUNTRYSIDE STOVE……………………..……………………... INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS (FLOOR PROTECTION)………………..………..CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES……………………………………………………… GUILDELINES FOR EXHAUST SYSTEMS DESIGNS…………………………………… 11-12 DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR CONNECTION…………...

  • Page 3: Clean Burn (Special Additive)

    CLEAN BURN CORN ADDITIVE HOW DOES IT WORK AND WHY DO YOU NEED IT? The clean burn additive is a unique blend of the right ingredients that will oxygenate the combustion process producing a cleaner more productive fire. This will generate more BTU’S out of corn, clean up the combustion process and produce less ash.

  • Page 4: Introduction & Specifications

    GOOD LUCK! SPECIFICATIONS American Energy Systems, Inc., manufacturer of the Magnum Countryside Biomass Corn/Wood Pellet Appliances, reserves the right to alter its products, their specifications and/or price without notice.

  • Page 5: Importance Of Adequate Fresh Air

    Importance of adequate fresh Combustion Air Every home is a slightly different situation and depending on the design of the air movement within the home, might be easy to distribute heat or very difficult. If you have boiler heat or other non-ducted central heating this becomes even more of a challenge as adequate circulation within the home and proper make up air for combustion is lacking because of the design of your central heating system.

  • Page 6: Safety Steps

    This product requires simple periodic maintenance for proper operation and long life of the stove. Read and follow the maintenance schedule closely. The MagnuM Countryside stove is designed, approved and tested to burn shelled corn, or wood pellets. Other fuels may require purchasing a different firepot or other accessories. The burning of other solid fuels such as cord wood in this stove is not permitted.

  • Page 7: Burning Solid Fuels (Shelled Corn/Wood Pellets)

    Proper draft setting will be discussed later in this manual. The point we wish to make here is that your MagnuM Countryside stove, due to the nature of solid fuels, will require brief periodic attention. Please do not expect to light your stove and walk away from it until you want to shut it off in the spring.

  • Page 8: Unpacking Your Countryside Stove

    Countryside reseller, or the shipping company that delivered your unit. Freight damage claims must be made to the Freight Company immediately. If parts are missing contact your local MagnuM Countryside dealer or contact the factory right away. Your satisfaction is our top priority.

  • Page 9: Installation Requirements (Floor Protection)

    FLOOR PROTECTION The MagnuM Countryside Freestanding Stove may be installed on a combustible floor, with proper floor protection, or on a masonry hearth. The hearth or non-combustible floor protector must extend a minimum of (6) six inches in front of and (8) eight inches from each side of the ash removal door.

  • Page 10: Clearances To Combustibles

    CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES The stove must be installed with the following minimum clearances to side and back wall combustible materials. NOTE: These are minimum clearances to combustible walls established by the testing lab. The amount of room needed on the left side of the unit to access the electrical panel is (6) six inches. When venting straight out the back of the unit, the B clearance is 1”.

  • Page 11: Guildelines For Exhaust Systems Designs

    GUIDELINES FOR EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEMS DESIGN It is recommended that only an authorized MagnuM Countryside installer install your pellet/corn stove. The following installation guidelines must be followed to ensure conformity with both the safety listing of this stove and to local building codes.
  • Page 12 GUIDELINES FOR EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEMS DESIGN, CONT…… To determine whether a 3” or 4” exhaust system should be used, follow the guidelines below: 1) Determine the “equivalent pipe length” for each component used according to the comparison chart below. Add the “equivalent pipe length” of all components to get the “total equivalent pipe length”. 2) Determine the altitude at which you are installing the stove.

  • Page 13: Design Guidelines For Outside Combustion Air Connection

    IMPORTANT: It is the customer’s responsibility to make sure that there is adequate fresh air to the home so that the MagnuM Countryside appliance does not become the fresh air source. 4) Only non-combustible pipe 3 inches in diameter is approved to use for outside air connections (straight or flexible).

  • Page 14: Installation Precautions

    CAUTION: Do not install this appliance in any manner other than as described in this manual. If you have any questions about properly venting or installing your MagnuM Countryside Biomass Corn/Wood Pellet stove, please contact your dealer or American Energy Systems, Inc. for information.

  • Page 15: Vent Termination General Instructions

    VENT TERMINATION GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The following are general instructions for installing this appliance. THE VENT PIPE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED FOR THE VENT PIPE BEING USED. USE ONLY 3 or 4 INCH LISTED TYPE PL PELLET VENT PIPE. WARNING: Shut off all electrical power to the wall or room where the appliance is going to be installed before cutting any holes.

  • Page 16: Installation Configurations

    INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS The MagnuM Countryside Biomass Corn/Pellet Stove / Fireplace Insert may be installed as follows: 1) A freestanding unit 3500P & 3500L models 2) A hearth mounted fireplace insert into a masonry or factory built fireplace (3502 & 3500L) 3) A built-in heater mounted in an alcove with a pedestal (3500P &...

  • Page 17: Alcove Installation Requirements

    ALCOVE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The MagnuM Countryside is approved for the standard alcove height of 72 inches, or for a reduced alcove height with a minimum of 14 inches from the top of the stove (clearance for opening top lids). The maximum alcove depth is 60 inches and the listed side clearances are a minimum of 1 inch.

  • Page 18: Freestanding Stove Installation Configurations

    FREESTANDING STOVE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Horizontal Exhaust Termination: 1) Locate proper position for the type “PL” wall thimble (F). Use a saber saw or key- hole saw to cut a 2) 7 1/4-inch diameter hole through the wall (G) for a 3-inch pipe. For a 4-inch pipe, cut an 8 1/4-inch hole.
  • Page 19 Storm Collar Required Locate so that exhaust does not interfere with fresh air Required...
  • Page 20 Storm Collar This type of installation is not recommended in cold climates unless closed in and insulated. Required Required WARNING: Unless the venting is enclosed and insulated this installation will cause poor venting and serious creosote buildup in cold climate areas.

  • Page 21: Fireplace Insert Installation Configurations

    FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The MagnuM Countryside Model 3502 Fireplace Insert may be installed in a masonry factory built fireplace or on a non-combustible floor as shown below. NOTE: When installing as a fireplace insert, the unit must extend out of the fireplace opening 12” to accommodate access to the circuit board panel, draft slide (located on the left side of the insert) and the top front hopper lid (to fill the hopper with fuel).
  • Page 22 FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION CONTINUED…… The MagnuM Countryside Model 3502 Fireplace Insert requires a fireplace shroud for proper installation. The shroud is designed to slip over the stove-top between the front and back hopper lids. Shrouds can be customized for particular installations (custom order).

  • Page 23: Glass Maintenance

    Check to make sure that the gasket material under the glass is in good shape. You can get this material from the factory or from an authorized MagnuM Countryside dealer if it needs to be replaced. Reverse the above procedure for replacing new glass. When installing the new glass make sure that the glass is not sitting on top of any obstruction.

  • Page 24: Stove Controls

    STOVE CONTROLS Front view Sliding heat exchanger tube cleaning Adjustable Air Deflector rod. Pull in and out to clean heat Move up or down to exchanger tubes. adjust air direction There is a scraper provided with the unit for cleaning out the ash. There is a hole in one end for hooking onto the Adjustable Door Handle front heat exchanger tube rod for...

  • Page 25: Lighting Instructions

    NOTE: Even if you are burning corn or other fuels in your MagnuM Countryside, wood pellets make an excellent source of starter fuel. Corn takes too much starter gel to get lit and up to temperature.

  • Page 26: Circuit Board Functions

    Then the entire system shuts down. Before starting up the MagnuM Countryside Biomass Corn/Wood Pellet unit again, it is important to remember to shut off the fuel stirrer so that the fire can be started properly. It will also ensure that the...

  • Page 27: Setting The Draft

    SETTING THE DRAFT A proper draft setting is crucial to the successful burning of solid fuels. Draft refers to the amount of air flowing through the burn chamber of your stove. Too much or too little draft will cause your stove to burn improperly and may result in the fire burning out.
  • Page 28 Clinker balls are a direct result of excessive corn moisture and they do not indicate a problem with the stove. AES highly recommends an additive called “Clean Burn” be added to your corn to eliminate these clinkers. Contact your local MagnuM Countryside dealer for availability and cost.
  • Page 29 All models have clean-out plates located inside the door in the lower left and right corners of the firebox. Make All models have a heat exchanger sure that these are closed tube cleaning rod to clean the heat when operating the unit. exchanger tubes.
  • Page 30 Firepot Cleaning of the exhaust system will depend upon the ash and debris content of your fuel. If your fuel has a high ash content and/or significant debris in it, your exhaust system will require weekly cleaning. Cleaner fuels will allow for monthly cleaning of the exhaust system.

  • Page 31: Automatic Safety Features

    SPRING CLEANING: When the heating season is over make sure that you clean out all of the fuel in the hopper, firebox area, ash pan and firepot area corn can accumulate moisture over the summer months causing the unit to rust and the fuel to mold.

  • Page 32: Hopper Auger Safety Switch Location

    HOPPER AUGER SAFETY SWITCH LOCATION Auger Safety Switch Rod The hopper auger safety switch is mounted in the back of the hopper, up next to the back lid. The assembly is enclosed to keep the fuel from entering the switch locale. When the lid is opened it cuts power to the auger motor.

  • Page 33: Thermostat Installation

    THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION The MagnuM Countryside can be installed with and operated by a wall- mounted thermostat. However, a wall thermostat is not provided with the stove. A wall thermostat can be purchased from your reseller or at most home improvement centers or hardware stores. The wall thermostat needs to be for a low voltage system.

  • Page 34: Trouble Shooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Unplug stove before performing any maintenance work. Do not work on unit when it is hot. PROBLEM CAUSES SOLUTIONS Fire burns with a lazy, orange flame and/or fuel builds up in the grate and the ♦ Insufficient combustion air. Remove any clinkers or ash from window gets sooted up.
  • Page 35 ♦ Auger, circuit board, high limit Check all operation, fuses switch tripped Clean out auger system ♦ Foreign object caught in auger Have your MagnuM Countryside ♦ Fuel is dirty or wet dealer diagnose the problem and ♦ Auger, circuit...
  • Page 36 PROBLEM CAUSES SOLUTIONS ? Blower will not operate. ♦ No power to stove. Check to see that the stove is plugged into the wall outlet. Check to see if your circuit breaker ♦ No power to control board. has “tripped”. Clean blades and motor, replace if ♦...
  • Page 37 Combustion motor going out. for obstructions. Refer to cleaning section of this manual. Use combustion enhancement system Call your MagnuM Countryside dealer to inspect installation and operation. Replace any bad parts. On higher heat settings combustion enhancement system will keep ash volume down.

  • Page 38: Wiring Diagram

    WARNING: This section is only for qualified technicians. Countryside Wiring Diagram (Ortech Circuit Board) Neutral wire MF3537 low MF3540 Fuel Stirrer temperature gear motor (connect to normally open brown wire on harness) 110 deg. snap disk thermostat White wire from wire When this thermostat disk harness MF3542 Exhaust...

  • Page 39: Setting The Circuit Board

    SETTING THE CIRCUIT BOARD If the low fire heat setting is too low for the fuel that you are burning and the fire goes out, the number 1 or 2 heat setting can be adjusted through the access hole located next to the system indicator light. (2) If the draft setting is too low on the number 1 or 2-heat setting, it can be adjusted through the access hole located next to the fuel stirrer knob.

  • Page 40: Draft Slide Gate Adjustment

    # 10 bolt with 5/16 hex head The normal operation of the MagnuM Countryside would be with the Draft Slide Gate open fully as shown. When the gate is in the fully open position, the plate will be against the mounting plate as shown.

  • Page 41: Replacement Parts List / Warranty/ Service Record

    ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC.- AMERICAN Order placement: e-mail: dealersales@hearthdirect.com Fax 320-587-8872 or call (800) 495-3196 Technical Support Call (320) 234-0743 MAGNUM COUNTRY SIDE REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ORDER # DESCRIPTION MF3511 Bronze Bushing (fuel stirrer shaft bearing) 2 pcs. (all countryside models) MF3512 Draft Slide / Electrical control access Knob MF3513...
  • Page 42 P7714 Draft Slide Gate RP2094 2” Finishing Plug for Magnum Countryside Unit R-137 ½” Graphite Door Seal Gasketing (priced per foot) Magnum Countryside Door MF3553 New style 1 ½” Auger Discontinued Countryside Parts (available for older models) MF3510 Air Wash Kit (includes gasket) specify unit model, serial number (for older model countryside units) MF3520 Feed Auger for J3500 1”...
  • Page 43 Please keep a copy of this warranty for your personal records or in the event of a claim American Energy Systems Inc., hereinafter referred to as (AES), warrants to you, the original consumer purchaser, that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the original purchase date minus any time past one (1) year from manufacturing date, and that the product’s electrical parts and steel firepot,...

  • Page 44: Service Record

    SERVICE RECORD DATE SERVICE OR CLEANING PERFORMED This record must be sent in when any warranty claims are made.

This manual is also suitable for:

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