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j. The Stove will not operate during a power failure, unless a Battery Back-up system is
used during brief power outages. Prolonged Power Outages will require the use of a
generator to operate the Stove.
The Stove is very trouble free in operation when properly maintained and quality fuel is used. When
the Stove fails to operate properly, troubleshooting by the operator of the Stove is limited. Please read
the following guide for answers to frequently asked questions
Questions:
1. When first starting the Stove the auger tube is empty, which will delay feeding fuel to the burn
pot. This will in some cases prevent the Stove from starting.
Solution: First allow the revolving drum to rotate after turning the Stove on. Prime the
auger tube with fuel if the auger tube is empty, by holding the "Auger Feed" until the tube is full.
2. My Stove keeps overloading the burnpot. First check the quality and/or moisture content of
your fuel. It should be 15% or less. Also make sure you are using clean fuel. Otherwise this is
mainly caused by improper combustion. (See Damper Adjustment section of the Operations
Manual) Besides the damper adjustment there are several areas that can have an effect on the
combustion process.
Solution: Check all Gaskets, Doors and Door Latching Systems for air leaks. Any leaks in
these areas will negatively affect the burn process and cause the pot to overload. If all parts
check out OK, then the Feed Rate must be reduced to prevent the pot from overloading.
My Stove isn't burning and the number 2 LED light is blinking (the pot may be continually
3.
rotating) This diagnostic light indicates the vacuum switch no longer senses negative pressure in
the firebox area of the Stove. What caused the Stove to go out?
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Solution: If the fire is out, re-light the Stove. If the fire is still burning make sure all
doors are securely latched and hold down the On/Off button (approximately 5
seconds) until Stove starts up again. This will re-start the Stove in the start-up
program.
3. My Stove isn't burning and the number 3 LED light is blinking (the pot may be continually
rotating). This diagnostic light indicates that the Proof of Fire Switch no longer senses a fire in
the Stove. First check to see if there are pellets in the hopper. If there are pellets in the hopper,
why did the Stove go out?
a. Unburned fuel in the burnpot means the fire went out before the auger quit
feeding.
The door of the unit was left open longer than 60 seconds. (See solution)
The ash pan door was left open for longer than 60 seconds. (See solution)
The combustion fan is not running. (Defective fan or control board)
The vacuum switch is defective.
The vacuum hose is disconnected
The vent system is plugged with fly-ash.
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