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Timberwolf TPSI35 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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INSTALLER: LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE APPLIANCE.
CONSUMER: RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This heater has been tested to ASTM E 1509, ULC/ORD C1482M-90, ULC S627 AND ULC S628.
TPSI35
PELLET
STOVE / INSERT
CERTIFIED FOR CANADA AND UNITED STATES USING ANSI/CSA METHODS.

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING
!
PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE YOU INSTALL OR USE THIS
PELLET BURNING HEATER.
If the heater is not properly installed, a
house fi re may result causing personal
injury or loss of life.
S T O
V E
I L L
- Authorities having jurisdiction (such as
U S T
R A T
E D
municipal building department, fi re department,
fi re prevention bureau, etc.) should be consulted
before installation to determine the need to obtain
a permit.
- Contact local building or fi re offi cials about
restrictions and installation inspection
requirements in your area.
- This heater is hot while in operation. Keep
children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may
cause skin burns.
- Do not start a fi re with chemicals or fl uids such
as gasoline, engine oil, etc...
Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 4Y8 Canada /
103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030
Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.timberwolffi replaces.com • ask@timberwolffi replaces.com
1.18A
$10.00
W415-0865 / 04.07.10

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  • Page 1: Safety Information

    Wolf Steel Ltd., 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie, ON, L4M 4Y8 Canada / 103 Miller Drive, Crittenden, Kentucky, USA, 41030 Phone (705)721-1212 • Fax (705)722-6031 • www.timberwolffi replaces.com • ask@timberwolffi replaces.com 1.18A $10.00 W415-0865 / 04.07.10...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION OVERVIEW STOVE INSERT INTRODUCTION DIMENSIONS 2.1.1 STOVE 2.1.2 INSERT (COMPLETE WITH FLASHING) SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION 2.4.1 PELLET QUALITY 2.4.2 SAFETY FEATURES 2.4.3 EPA COMPLIANCE RATING PLATE INFORMATION INSTALLATION PLANNING INSTALLATION OPTIONS APPLIANCE PLACEMENT MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES 3.3.1 STRAIGHT INSTALLATION 3.3.2...

  • Page 3: Installation Overview

    11.0 MAINTENANCE 11.1 DAILY (WHENEVER USING THE APPLIANCE) 11.1.1 DISPOSAL OF ASHES 11.1.2 INSPECT THE BURN POT 11.1.3 CARE OF GLASS 11.1.4 CLEANING THE HEAT EXCHANGER TUBES 11.1.5 MAKE SURE PELLETS ARE NOT PILING UP 11.1.6 CLEANING THE BURN POT 11.2 BI-WEEKLY (OR EVERY 10 BAGS OF PELLETS) 11.2.1...

  • Page 4: Insert

    INSERT Flashing, see “FLASHING INSTALLATION” section. Venting, see “GENERAL VENTING” and “INSTALLATION” sections. Door, see “FINISHING - INSTALLING THE VIEW- ING DOOR” section. Handle, see “DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION” Rating plate, see “RATING PLATE section. INFORMATION” section. W415-0865 / 04.07.10...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    2.0 INTRODUCTION WARNING • THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN OPERATED AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF CONTACTED. • Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate appliance according to operating instructions could cause fi re or injury. •...

  • Page 6: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS 2.1.1 STOVE " " " " " " " CENTRE CENTRE LINE LINE OF " OF AIR INTAKE EXHAUST 2.1.2 INSERT (COMPLETE WITH FLASHING) " " " " CENTRE " LINE OF " CENTRE LINE EXHAUST " CENTRE LINE OF AIR INTAKE OF AIR INTAKE CENTER LINE...

  • Page 7: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Min Depth 11" 12 1/2" Max Depth 13" 10 1/2" Electrical Rating 115 Volts, 3.6 Amps, 60Hz Watts During Ignition Sequence 400 (approximately) Watts During Operation 180 (approximately) Weight Stove 158 lbs / Insert 140 lbs Exhaust Collar 3" Intake Collar 2"...

  • Page 8: General Information

    Thank you for purchasing a Wolf Steel Ltd. Pellet Appliance. This appliance is designed for use with Pelletized Wood Only. Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning room appliance. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death. Keep this manual handy for future reference.

  • Page 9: Safety Features

    WOLF STEEL LTD. BARRIE, ONTARIO CANADA 24 NAPOLEON ROAD, BARRIE, ON, L4M 4Y8 CANADA DATE CODE / DE DATE NAC GUANGZHOU P.R.C. TPSI35 NO.69 HEFENG ROAD, GUANGZHOU,CHINA W385-0498 Stove rating plate illustrated For rating plate location, see “INSTALLATION OVERVIEW” section.

  • Page 10: Installation Planning

    3.0 INSTALLATION PLANNING WARNING READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL OR USE THIS HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. USE ONLY WOLF STEEL APPROVED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

  • Page 11: Minimum Clearance To Combustibles

    MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES WARNING DO NOT INSTALL INTO ANY AREA HAVING LESS THAN 48" (CEILING TO APPLIANCE BOTTOM, EXCLUDING HEARTH HEIGHT). 3.3.1 STRAIGHT INSTALLATION Interior Vertical Vents Through the Wall Installations complete with outside air 3” 2” 3” 6” 6”...

  • Page 12: Floor Protection Requirements

    FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS The appliance must be installed on a non-combustible fl oor protector extending the full depth of the appliance and extending a minimum 6" in front and on either side (minimum .018" thick - 26 gauge) of the fuel loading and ash removal openings.

  • Page 13: Stove Assembly

    4.0 STOVE ASSEMBLY CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 4.1.1 Remove the two screws securing the shipping bracket control panel to the fi rebox. 4.1.2 Remove the four screws securing the control panel to the shipping bracket and discard the shipping bracket. 4.1.3 Secure the control panel to the right side panel (stove model) or right side fl...

  • Page 14: Stove Side And Rear Panel Assembly

    STOVE SIDE AND REAR PANEL ASSEMBLY 4.2.1 Align the slots on the panels with the holes on the rear of the fi rebox and attach with two screws per panel. 4.2.2 The front of the panels are held by the three magnets on the side of the fi rebox. Ensure top of panel and outer top are parallel when complete.

  • Page 15: Stove Hopper Door Installation

    STOVE HOPPER DOOR INSTALLATION 4.3.1 Align the holes in the hopper lid with the holes in the top BUMPERS of the fi rebox and use the two shoulder bolts to secure in place as illustrated. 4.3.2 Install the two bumpers over the small punched holes in the hopper lid.

  • Page 16: Venting

    5.0 VENTING TYPE OF VENT Must be an approved 3" or 4" diameter Type "L" or "PL" vent, vented to the outside or connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney using an adaptor; and/or stainless steel chimney liner for masonry appliance installations.

  • Page 17: Pellet Vent Termination

    PELLET VENT TERMINATION The vent termination must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) or a 45° downturn. If the termination is located on a windy side of the house, a shield is recommended to prevent soot from building up on the side of the house.

  • Page 18: Stove Venting Installation Examples

    STOVE VENTING INSTALLATION EXAMPLES 5.6.1 HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (THROUGH WALL) 3” Minimum 12” Minimum Wall Thimble 6” Minimum 5’ Maximum 11 3/8” Floor 16 5/8” Protection Outside Air (Recommended) 5.6.2 VERTICAL RISE HORIZONTAL TERMINATION (THROUGH WALL) Wall Thimble Outside Air 3” (Recommended) 2”...

  • Page 19: Vertical Termination

    5.6.3 VERTICAL TERMINATION Vertical Cap Storm Collar Roof Flashing Vent must maintain 3” Ceiling Support clearance to combus- tibles. 3” 2” Floor Protection Outside air (Recommended) (Installation showing inlet of out- side air in ventilated crawl space) 5.6.4 CLASS A CHIMNEY RETROFIT Vertical Cap Storm Collar Roof Flashing...

  • Page 20: Hearth Mount Installation

    5.6.5 HEARTH MOUNT INSTALLATION Vertical Cap Chimney Cap Storm Collar Storm Co Pellet Liner Flue Cover Pellet Clean-out Vent 6” Floor Protection Floor Protect Bring outside air to the stove Outside Air (Recommended) Outside Air (R Recommended) W415-0865 / 04.07.10...

  • Page 21: Insert Venting Installation Examples

    INSERT VENTING INSTALLATION EXAMPLES 5.7.1 TYPICAL EXISTING MASONRY INSTALLATION WARNING DO NOT REMOVE BRICKS OR MORTAR FROM THE FIREPLACE. Prior to installation: Vertical Cap rtical Cap When installing the insert into a masonry fi replace, do not Storm Collar orm Collar Cover Plate remove any bricks or masonry.

  • Page 22: Factory Built Fireplace

    5.7.2 FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE Prior to installation: Vertical Do not weaken the structure, or reduce the protection for combustible materials to less then that required by the National Storm Building Code. Bolted or screwed together pieces (smoke shelf / Collar defl...

  • Page 23: Framing (Insert Only)

    6.0 FRAMING (INSERT ONLY) WARNING RISK OF FIRE! IN ORDER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF EXPOSED INSULATION OR VAPOUR BARRIER COMING IN CONTACT WITH THE APPLIANCE BODY, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE WALLS OF THE APPLI- ANCE ENCLOSURE BE “FINISHED” (IE: DRYWALL / SHEETROCK), AS YOU WOULD FINISH ANY OTHER OUTSIDE WALL OF A HOME.

  • Page 24: Installation Into A Combustible Enclosure

    INSTALLATION INTO A COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE WARNING OUTSIDE AIR IS MANDATORY FOR A COMBUSTIBLE BUILT-IN ENCLOSURE INSTALL. When installing the insert as a "Built-in" appliance, it is important to maintain the clearances to combustibles, see "MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES" section. A non-combustible hearth must cover the fl ooring underneath, as well as, a minimum of six inches in front and to both sides of the appliance.

  • Page 25: Minimum Enclosure Clearances

    MINIMUM ENCLOSURE CLEARANCES 6 3/8” MIN. 2” MIN. 40” MIN. 3” all around (Refer to vent manufacturer’s instructions) 27” MIN. 7 1/8” 6” 1 7/8” Non-combustible floor protection MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Side wall to appliance 8" 10” Mantel to top of appliance 8"...

  • Page 26: Minimum Mantel Clearances

    MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES WARNING RISK OF FIRE, MAINTAIN ALL SPECIFIED AIR SPACE CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERHEAT. ENSURE ALL CLEARANCES (I.E. BACK, SIDE, TOP, VENT, MANTEL, FRONT, ETC.) ARE CLEARLY MAINTAINED.

  • Page 27: Finishing

    7.0 FINISHING INSTALLING VIEWING DOOR WARNING GLASS MAY BE HOT, DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. THE DOOR LATCHES ARE PART OF A SAFETY SYSTEM AND MUST BE PROPERLY ENGAGED. DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITH LATCHES DISENGAGED. BEFORE DOOR IS REMOVED TURN THE APPLIANCE OFF AND WAIT UNTIL APPLIANCE IS COOL TO THE TOUCH.

  • Page 28: Door Handle Installation

    DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION FRONT VIEW DOOR DOOR HANDLE LATCH LOCK WASHER SPACER SPRING DOOR WASHER HANDLE NOTE: Position of door handle latch. DECORATIVE INSET W415-0865 / 04.07.10...

  • Page 29: Flashing Installation

    FLASHING INSTALLATION 7.4.1 Secure the left fl ashing to the left side with the three screws provided. Repeat for the right side. 7.4.2 Side panels are attached to the fi rebox by the three magnets per side. 7.4.3 Lower the top panel, aligning the slots in the top panel with the holes in the side panel. 7.4.4 Secure the top panel by to the side panels with the screws and washers provided.

  • Page 30: Wiring Diagram

    8.0 WIRING DIAGRAM WARNING DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDER WATER. CALL A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN IMMEDIATELY TO HAVE THE APPLIANCE INSPECTED FOR DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT. RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR EXPLOSION. DO NOT WIRE 110V TO THE VALVE OR TO THE APPLIANCE WALL SWITCH.

  • Page 31: Operating Instructions

    9.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PROPER PELLET LOADING Before loading pellets into the hopper fi rst transfer the pellets from it’s original plastic bag to a metal bucket. Keep in mind that the auger stops when the lid is opened. If the lid is opened for several minutes, the fi re may extinguish.

  • Page 32: Lighting Instructions

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS After fi lling the hopper with pellets, switch the control to manual so that you have full control of the appliance until you have familiarized yourself with its functions. Do not try to operate your appliance with the viewing door or hopper lid open. Safety switches will disable the pellet feed auger.

  • Page 33: Control Adjustment

    CONTROL ADJUSTMENT FEED TRIM Both the combustion fan speed and the feed rate have been factory set but may need to be adjusted (trimmed) on site. Due to the variables (i.e. vent size, length and pellet quality), the factory settings may not be ideal for every installation.

  • Page 34: Normal Operating Sounds

    10.0 NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS CONVECTION BLOWER EXHAUST BLOWER A low hum might be heard due to the high The flow of exhaust gases may efficiency fan, especially on high. As the create a low-pitched hum. As fan dial is turned this noise will change. the pellet feed rate is altered this sound will change.

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    11.0 MAINTENANCE 11.1 DAILY (WHENEVER USING THE APPLIANCE) WARNING THE FRONT OF THE HEATER BECOMES VERY HOT DURING OPERATION. LET THE HEATER COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE CONDUCTING SERVICE. 11.1.1 DISPOSAL OF ASHES Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fi tting lid. The container should be placed on a non- combustible fl...

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Heat Exchanger Tubes

    11.1.4 CLEANING THE HEAT EXCHANGER TUBES WARNING THE FRONT EDGE OF THE HOPPER LID BECOMES VERY HOT, DO NOT TOUCH THE AREA BELOW THE HANDLE. THIS ROD BECOMES VERY HOT DURING OPERATION. WAIT TILL HEATER HAS COOLED COM- PLETELY OR YOU MUST WEAR HEAT RESISTANT GLOVES WHEN CLEANING OR HANDLING THIS HEATER.

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Burn Pot

    11.1.6 CLEANING THE BURN POT WARNING MAKE CERTAIN THE HEATER HAS FULLY COOLED (APPROXIMATELY 25 MINUTES) BEFORE OPENING THE DOOR AND To clean the burn pot, open the door and knock away any debris on the burn pot. If severely clogged, remove the burn pot to gain better access. If removing the burn pot set aside on a non-combustible surface.

  • Page 38: Semi-Annually (Or Every Two Tons Of Pellet)

    11.3 SEMI-ANNUALLY (OR EVERY TWO TONS OF PELLET) WARNING THE FIREBOX BECOMES VERY HOT DURING OPERATION. LET THE HEATER COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE CONDUCTING SERVICE. DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD PRIOR TO CONDUCTING SERVICE. THE FOLLOWING SECTION DETAILS EXTENSIVE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. WE STRONGLY SUGGEST THESE ITEMS BE CARRIED OUT BY A TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN, POSSIBLY BY A SERVICE AGREEMENT SET UP WITH YOUR DEALER.

  • Page 39: Clean The Exhaust Blower

    11.3.4 CLEAN THE EXHAUST BLOWER NOTE: Do not attempt this maintenance without a NUTS replacement exhaust blower motor mounting gasket. Remove the six nuts holding the exhaust blower motor in place. Pull the motor out being careful not to damage the wiring, unplug the two wires that are connecting the motor and gently set aside.

  • Page 40: Clean The Vent

    11.3.6 CLEAN THE VENT WARNING WHENEVER ANY PORTION OF THE PELLET VENT IS DISCONNECTED, THE JOINTS MUST BE RE-SEALED WITH RTV 500°F SILICONE SEALANT. Vent system should be cleaned using Make sure the cap is free of chimney sweep brushes. We recommend this debris (especially if it has a be done by a qualifi...

  • Page 41: Replacements

    W570-0001 AUGER SCREW W090-0035 CONTROL W105-0012 NYLON BUSHING W570-0110 SET SCREW W555-0061 SCRAPER ROD W750-0227 HARNESS WIRE W385-0487 TIMBERWOLF® LOGO W562-0004 GLASS GASKET (3/4" CHANNEL) W720-0139 EXHAUST TUBE W357-0007 IGNITOR W135-0320 CAST, BURN POT W290-0119 IGNITION GASKET W460-0004 RECEPTACLE W300-0131...
  • Page 42 TPP - PEDESTAL COMPONENTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION W010-2274 PEDESTAL BASE ASSEMBLY W475-0655 RIGHT PANEL W475-0654 LEFT PANEL W475-0656 REAR PANEL W225-0268 HOPPER DOOR TPI - INSERT COMPONENTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION W225-0252 HOPPER FRONT DOOR W225-0253 HOPPER BACK DOOR W263-0103 8" TOP FLASHING W263-0104 8"...
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  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    13.0 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. APPLIANCE MAY BE HOT, DO NOT SERVICE UNTIL APPLIANCE HAS COOLED. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS. WHEN CHECKING CONNECTIONS, INSTALLING JUMPER WIRES (FOR TEST PURPOSES ONLY) OR REPLACING COMPONENTS, UNPLUG HEATER FROM THE RECEPTACLE TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR DAMPAGE TO THE COMPONENT.
  • Page 45 PROBLEM SOLUTION The auger motor Hopper lid must be closed. is not functioning Make certain the exhaust blower is operating. normally. Check the condition of the vacuum hose (located on the left side of the appliance). Should not be cracked or torn. Check the manual reset button on the 200°F (93°C) temperature sensor.
  • Page 46 PROBLEM SOLUTION The appliance Due to different installation set ups, length and size of venting and fuel quality, the keeps going out. low feed setting from the factory will not always be correct. It may be necessary to experiment with feed rate vs air control. If the appliance goes out and leaves fresh unburned pellets or cigarette-like ashes in the burn pot, the fi...

  • Page 47: Warranty

    After the fi rst year, with respect to the TIMBERWOLF’S President’s Limited Warranty, Wolf Steel may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but defective parts.

  • Page 48: Service History

    15.0 SERVICE HISTORY 43.1 W415-0865 / 04.07.10...

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