Magnum 6500 Owner's Manual page 8

 There are many varieties of corn grown around the world. Each variety has unique characteristics
including the shape and size of the kernel. Your furnace will burn more consistently with a small to
mid-size kernel corn.
If the kernel size of the corn varies greatly or if you switch sources frequently, you will get a less
consistent burn, which will require more attention to the draft setting on your furnace. Therefore,
purchasing corn from the same source will help achieve a more consistent burn.
There can be dramatic changes in heating ability depending on fuel quality, test weight and moisture
content. BTUh value can drop 25-60 percent using high moisture fuel, improper venting, improper
installation, improper fresh air and poor maintenance practices.
OTHER AGRICULTURAL RATED FUELS:
Your Magnum furnace will burn a variety of agra fuels such as switch grass, oats, wheat, barley and rye.
It is important to work with your local dealer on how to burn these fuels as you will have to burn on lower
heat settings due to the smaller kernel size and burning nature of the fuels. If you are having trouble
burning other fuels consult your dealer.
WOOD PELLETS
 As with corn, be consistent in your pellet supplier.
characteristics from supplier to supplier. A consistent supply of pellets will require fewer adjustments
to the draft of the furnace.
 Mixing Corn with the Wood Pellets can be done and will provide a little less heat in the spring and
fall. Also, if the Corn is a little wet, mixing pellets in will help the fire maintain especially on the
lower settings.
 Check your pellets for foreign objects. Your furnace warranty will not cover damage done to your
furnace due to foreign objects in the fuel supply.
 Store your pellets in a dry place to prevent them from absorbing excess moisture.
 Vacuum the hopper out after every 6-7 bags to eliminate buildup of sawdust. More often if the pellets
are poor quality. If sawdust is a problem you will have to screen each bag of fuel for a consistent
feed.
 Wood pellets vary from supplier to supplier in ash content from less than 1% to 3% or more. Low ash
content pellets will allow you to burn the furnace longer between cleanings. Only wood pellets
manufactured to the Association of Pellet Fuel Industries (A.P.F.I.) standard for residential pellets
fuels are recommended. Look for A.P.F.I. registration number on the back of pellets. Consult your
local Magnum reseller for more information on approved wood pellet fuel.
 It is recommended not to store fuel over the summer months. Plan your fuel supply so that you use up
the fuel by the end of the heating season. Pellets left over the summer can draw moisture and cause
excessive ash in the system or plug the auger.
DO NOT USE CORN WITH A HIGH WAX CONTENT!
Pellets will vary in content and burn
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