American Energy Systems Avent Owner's Manual

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Installation – Operation – Maintenance Instructions
NOTE: THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE SAVED for future reference
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS PELLET BURNING
STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY
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.
When installing your Avent Wood 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. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions
and installation inspection 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
positive 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 Avent Wood Pellet Stove is tested for operation with wood pellets with ash content of no more than
2%. It is recommended that wood pellets with an ash content of 1% or less be used for efficient
operation of this unit. For use with wood pellets, cherry pits, olive pits or other pelletized fuel.
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 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 115 volt, 60 cycles must be
provided for proper operation or the warranty of this appliance will be forfeited.
Special attention needs to be taken to clean out the top heat exchangers of this unit on a regular
basis. The fly ash from the venting settles on the top heat exchangers and must be cleaned off to
keep the unit operating properly. Check for plugging every one-two weeks or when needed.
If unit is not operated for extended periods of time (like summer) unplug the unit and disconnect the
battery to assure long life of electrical components.
This appliance has been tested to UL1482/ ASTM E 1509 standards
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).
AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC. -150 Michigan Street SE - HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA 55350
WOOD PELLET STOVE
OWNER'S MANUAL
INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
Web Site:
Avent
www.hearthdirect.com
Rev. date 08/06/03

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  • Page 1 All minimum clearances to combustibles must be followed. The Avent Wood Pellet Stove is tested for operation with wood pellets with ash content of no more than 2%. It is recommended that wood pellets with an ash content of 1% or less be used for efficient operation of this unit.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AVENT TECHNICAL DATA / ESTIMATED FUEL FEED RATE CHART………………. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS………….………………………………………..SAFETY STEPS ……………………………………………………………………………... BURNING SOLID FUELS (WOOD PELLETS)………………………........UNPACKING YOUR AVENT WOOD PELLET STOVE / FLOOR PROTECTION / CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES……………………………………………………… GUIDELINES FOR EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEMS DESIGN……………..………..8-10 DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR CONNECTION…………..
  • Page 3: Avent Technical Data / Estimated Fuel Feed Rate Chart

    Making the proper air adjustment and making sure that proper outside air has been provided will allow the unit to perform properly. The Avent is certified to burn premium quality wood pellets. Check with your local Reseller before burning fuels not approved.
  • Page 4: Introduction & Specifications

    6” (150mm) out in front of unit 0” to sides BTU output will vary, depending on the brand of fuel, size of fuel, quality of fuel and moisture content. Consult your authorized Avent reseller for information on the best fuel to use to get the best results.
  • Page 5: Safety Steps

    Read and follow the maintenance schedule closely. The Avent Pellet stove is designed, approved and tested to burn wood pellets. The burning of other solid fuels such as cord wood in this stove is not permitted. If you are burning fuels not approved for this appliance it will void the warranty and no service/warranty will be allowed.
  • Page 6: Burning Solid Fuels (Wood Pellets)

    Proper draft setting will be discussed later in this manual. The point we wish to make here is that your Avent Wood Pellet 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 7: Unpacking Your Avent Wood Pellet Stove / Floor Protection

    UNPACKING YOUR AVENT WOOD PELLET STOVE When you receive your Avent Wood Pellet Stove be careful to inspect all parts and components to make sure that nothing was damaged or lost in shipment. If there was shipping damage, be sure to report it to your Avent Wood Pellet reseller, or the shipping company that delivered your unit.
  • Page 8: Guidelines For Exhaust Venting Systems Design

    GUIDELINES FOR EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEMS DESIGN It is recommended that only an authorized Avent Wood Pellet installer install your wood pellet 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 9 exposing people or shrubs to high temperatures. In any case, the safest and preferred venting method is to extend the vent through the roof. DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. Distance from doors and windows, gravity or ventilation air inlet into building: Not less that 4 ft.
  • Page 10 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 11: Design Guidelines For Outside Combustion Air Connection

    DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR CONNECTION OUTSIDE MAKE-UP AIR FOR COMBUSTION IS REQUIRED ON ALL INSTALLATIONS 1) For FREESTANDING installations with horizontal through-the-wall exhaust, it is REQUIRED that the stove combustion air intake be connected to a fresh air intake outside. If the home is newer or has been tightly insulated it is imperative to the operation of the unit to install outside combustion air.
  • Page 12 OUTSIDE AIR DIAGRAM Outside air hookup is located on the back panel of the pedestal fan housing. WARNING: DO NOT RESTRICT OR OTHERWISE COVER THE FAN INTAKE EXCEPT AS SHOWN FOR THE OUTSIDE AIR HOOKUP. The outside air must be directly connected to the appliance.
  • Page 13: Installation Configurations / Mobile Home Installation Req

    INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS The Avent Wood Pellet Stove may be installed as follows: 1) A freestanding unit (with a pedestal only) 2) A built-in heater mounted in an alcove with a pedestal MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IN ADDITION TO THE STANDARD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION, THE FOLLOWING...
  • Page 14: Alcove / Free Standing Stove Installation Requirements

    ALCOVE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The Avent Wood Pellet is approved for the standard alcove height of 56 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 36 inches and the listed side clearances are a minimum of 4 inch.
  • Page 15 CLEARANCES SPECIFIED VENTING MANUFACTURER. American Energy Systems does not assume responsibility for the venting design or installation of the product. Diagrams are shown as a reference and a guide for clearances. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: Conventional & Mobile Home NOTE: The following are general instructions for installing this appliance. The vent pipe manufacturer’s instructions should be followed for the brand of venting being used.
  • Page 16: Glass Maintenance, Adjustment, Removal And Replacement

    GLASS MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENT, REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Your Avent Wood Pellet Stove comes to you with the glass door installed in place, ready for use. The glass is surrounded on the edges with a gasket and seated in a glass channel. It is held in place with two...
  • Page 17: Cleaning The Glass / Stove Controls

    If this does not clean the glass use a special glass cleaner provided by your Avent Wood Pellet reseller. We have found that Amway crème glass & chrome cleaner works real well.
  • Page 18 Diagram of heat exchanger cleaning/disassembly of top section The ash rake should not be left in the unit when operating. If you do, make sure that it is pushed all the way to the back of the unit and there is no buildup of fly-ash behind it.
  • Page 19: Priming / Lighting / Operating Instructions

    PRIMING / LIGHTING / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before lighting your Avent Wood Pellet Stove for the first time make sure that all items are out of the hopper and firebox area. Turn the heat setting to the off position and push the manual draft in as far as it will go.
  • Page 20: Circuit Board Functions / Setting The Draft

    CIRCUIT BOARD FUNCTIONS Startup To initiate the Startup, set the heat selector switch to the medium setting. If the unit is started on the low setting, the firebox temperature may not rise fast enough for the low limit censor to engage. NOTE: Make sure that the wall thermostat is turned up so that the unit will start on the right setting.
  • Page 21: Maintenance Instructions

    If the flame does not have enough draft, fuel will build up in the firepot and eventually smother the flame. If this happens, or if you notice the firepot is filling up with partially burned fuel, open the damper 1/8” at a time until the fire is clean and dancing. If the flame has too much draft, the flame will look like a torch in that it will be moving rapidly and blowing fuel out of the firepot.
  • Page 22: Special Cleaning/Operational Instructions

    SPECIAL CLEANING/OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS: Diagram of heat exchanger cleaning/disassembly of top section Open the front door Remove lid and set and reach up inside to the side. There are the top of the firebox no bolts or screws and remove the wing nut and washer.
  • Page 23: Automatic Safety Features

    THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION / OPTION The Avent Wood Pellet stove 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 24 need to have the thermostat 6-10 feet away from the stove. Please follow the thermostat manufacturer’s instructions carefully. The circuit board is located on the left side of the unit. (as you face the unit) Remove the philips head screws and pull circuit board towards you. Lift the circuit board out of the housing. Do not crimp or stretch the wires leading from circuit board pigtail.
  • Page 25: 12 Volt Dc Wiring Installation

    12 volt DC wiring installation The Avent pellet stove is designed to operate on a 12 volt DC battery system for extended back-up periods. This system may also be used in conjunction with 12 volt solar systems. Warning: The structural integrity of the home must be maintained if installing this system.
  • Page 26: Trouble Shooting Guide

    Replace combustion / room air blower if necessary. NOTE: Negative pressure in a home is a serious issue. All Avent Wood Pellet appliances should be installed with outside air hookups Also make sure that adequate ventilation is supplied for the rest of the home or the unit will become the air intake causing problems.
  • Page 27 Relight the stove. Start on medium or high setting temperature. Started on too low of shuts down. Setting. Have your Avent Wood Pellet stove Low limit snap switch not operating reseller replace the low limit correctly; may be defective. switch.
  • Page 28: Replacement Parts List

    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 has “tripped”. Check wire connection between the ♦ No power to control board. high limit snap switch and the ♦...
  • Page 29: Wiring Diagram / Circuit Board Fine Tune Adjustments

    IMPORTANT: ELECTRICAL WORK MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICIAN. WARNING: THIS SECTION IS ONLY FOR QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS. Avent Wood Pellet Wiring Diagram (DCX-5 Circuit Board) High Limit 225 deg. Snap disk Door auger (normally closed) yellow safety shut Auger...
  • Page 30: Warranty Information

    This limited warranty will not become effective unless you have returned the attached warranty card within 30 days of your purchase. If you fail to do so, you may make no claim under this warranty. American Energy Systems, Inc. excludes and disclaims all implied warranties including, but not limited to, the implied warranty of merchantability.
  • Page 31: Service Record

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

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