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WARNING:
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
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Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an
aftermarket permanently located,
manufactured home (USA only) or mobile
home, where not prohibited by local
codes.
This appliance is only for use with the
type(s) of gas indicated on the rating plate.
A conversion kit is supplied with the
appliance.
Tree of Life
Installer:
After installation give this manual to the home-owner and
explain operation of this heater.
© Copyright 2011, T.I.
Burner
Owner's Manual
$10.00
100-01224_000
• Direct Vent Freestanding Stove
• Natural Gas or Propane
• Vent Horizontally or Vertically
• Standard Residential
• Mobile Home Approved
Tested and Listed by
ANSI Z21.88 CSA 2.33
www.travisproducts.com
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
4110112
Mukilteo, WA 98275
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- Page 1 • Direct Vent Freestanding Stove • Natural Gas or Propane • Vent Horizontally or Vertically • Standard Residential • Mobile Home Approved Tested and Listed by Featuring the Burner ANSI Z21.88 CSA 2.33 WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
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Page 2: Introduction & Important Information
Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Avalon Tree of Life stove. In purchasing a Tree of Life you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Tree of Life is one of the finest home heaters the world over. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Operation Introduction & Important Information ....2 Before You Begin ..........31 Location of Controls ..........31 Safety Precautions Starting the Stove for the First Time ....32 Safety Precautions ..........4 Turning the Stove On and Off ......32 Features &... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions • IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department •... -
Page 5: Travis Industries
Safety Precautions • Do not place clothing or • Light the heater using the other flammable items on or built-in igniter. Do not use near the heater. Because matches or any other this heater can be controlled external device to light your by a thermostat there is a heater. -
Page 6: Features
Specifications Features: Installation Options: Ember Fyre™ Burner for "Wood Fire" Look Freestanding Stove Works During Power Outages (battery backup system) Horizontal or Vertical Vent High Efficiency Optional Thermostat or Remote Control Residential or Mobile Home Optional Blower for Quicker Heat Distribution Straight or Corner Placement Convenient Operating Controls Variable-Rate Heat Output... -
Page 7: Installation
Installation (for qualified installers only) Installation Warnings: Failure to follow all of the requirements may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. This heater must be installed by a qualified installer who has gone through a training program for the installation of direct vent gas appliances. -
Page 8: Installation Hints
Installation (for qualified installers only) Installation Hints: • If converting to LP, convert the appliance prior to installation. • Install the logs last - they are fragile. • When determining the location of the stove, locate the wall studs (for horizontal penetrations) and ceiling trusses (for vertical penetrations). -
Page 9: Heater Placement Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Heater Placement Requirements • Heater must be installed on a level surface capable of supporting the heater and vent • Due to the high temperature, the heater should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. -
Page 10: Optional Wall Switch Or Thermostat Installation
Installation (for qualified installers only) Optional Wall Switch or Thermostat Installation Do not connect 110-120 VAC to the gas control valve or wiring system of this stove. The switch must be installed by a qualified installer. This stove may be installed with an optional wall switch or thermostat. The thermostat (or on/off switch) wires will interrupt the burner circuit (see item “a”... -
Page 11: Gas Line Installation
Installation (for qualified installers only) Gas Line Installation The gas line must be installed in accordance with all local codes, if any; if not, follow current ANSI Z223.1 or NFPA 54 in the USA and the current CGA B149 in Canada. The heater and gas control valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPA). -
Page 12: Vent Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vent Requirements • The gas appliance and vent system must be vented directly to the outside of the building, and never be attached to a chimney serving a separate solid fuel or gas-burning appliance. Each direct vent gas appliance must use it's own separate vent system. -
Page 13: Approved Vent Configurations
Installation (for qualified installers only) Approved Vent Configurations Restrictor Position • A restrictor is built into the appliance to control the flow rate of exhaust gases. This ensures proper flames for the wide variety of vent configurations. Depending upon the vent configuration, you may be required to adjust the restrictor position. -
Page 14: Vertical Term. With 0, 2, Or 4 45° Elbows
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vertical Terminations with Zero, Two, or Four 45° Elbows • 10’ Minimum System Height (with or without offsets) • 40’ Maximum System Height 40' max (12m) 40' max (12m) Restrictor • 24’ Maximum Offset Position # 6 35 feet (10.5m) 35 feet (10.5m) •... -
Page 15: Hor. Term. With 1 90° Elbow
Installation (for qualified installers only) Horizontal Termination with One 90° Elbow • If using a Snorkel Termination (14” or 36”) add the snorkel height to the vertical height (snorkel terminations are used primarily for basement installations). • The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart. Use the indicated restrictor position. -
Page 16: Hor. Term. With 2 Elbows
Installation (for qualified installers only) Horizontal Termination with Two Elbows one 90° vertical and one 90° or 45° horizontal elbow • If using a Snorkel Termination (14” or 36”) add the snorkel height to the vertical height (snorkel terminations are used primarily for basement installations). •... -
Page 17: Hor. Term. With 3 Elbows
Installation (for qualified installers only) Horizontal Termination with Three 90° Elbows (all vertical) • If using a Snorkel Termination (14” or 36”) add the snorkel height to the vertical height (snorkel terminations are used primarily for basement installations). • The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart. Use the indicated restrictor position. -
Page 18: Vertical Term. With 2 90° Elbows
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vertical Terminations with Two 90° Elbows • The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart. Use the indicated restrictor position. 40' max (12m) 40' max (12m) Restrictor Position # 6 35 feet (10.5m) 35 feet (10.5m) Restrictor Position # 5... -
Page 19: Vertical Term. With 3 Elbows
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vertical Terminations with Three 90° Elbows (Two 90° Vertical and One 45° or 90° Horizontal Elbow) • The termination must fall within the shaded area shown in the chart. Use the indicated restrictor position. 40' max (12m) 40' max (12m) Restrictor Position # 5... -
Page 20: Vent Termination Requirements
Installation (for qualified installers only) Vent Termination Requirements (see illustration below) Venting terminals shall not be recessed into a wall or siding. Minimum 9" (229mm) clearance from any door or window Roof Minimum 12" (305mm) above any grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony Surface Minimum 12"... -
Page 21: Class A Chimney Conversion
Installation (for qualified installers only) Class A Chimney Conversion Kit Simpson Duravent provides a conversion kit for those wishing to use an existing wood stove chimney to vent this direct vent stove. The illustration below gives an overview of this type of installation. See the instructions included with the kit for details. -
Page 22: Interior Masonry Chimney Conversion
Installation (for qualified installers only) Interior Masonry Chimney Conversions • Follow the requirements and use the equipment listed in the illustration below to install this appliance into an interior masonry chimney. • Maximum vertical rise is 40' • Minimum vertical rise is 10' •... -
Page 23: Leak Test
Installation (for qualified installers only) Steps for Finalizing the Installation Remove the glass (see page 25). NOTE: If using propane (LP) convert the appliance prior to installing the logs. We recommend you purge the gas line at this time (with the glass removed). This allows gas to be detected once it enters the firebox, ensuring gas does not build up. -
Page 24: Air Shutter Adjustment (If Necessary)
Installation (for qualified installers only) Install the logs (see page 27). Replace the glass. Start the heater. Leak test all gas joints. Check the air shutter following the directions below. Air Shutter Adjustment Let the heater burn for fifteen minutes (make sure the logs and glass are in place). The flames should be yellow with no sooting. -
Page 25: Face And Glass Removal
Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Face and Glass Removal Make sure the gas control valve is “OFF” and the heater is cool prior to conducting service. Open the two latches holding the glass frame in place - follow the directions shown below Lift the stove top off the stove and place it aside. - Page 26 Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Glass Frame Removal and Installation (continued) The latch can come loose from glass frame anchor. This occurs when it is turned 1/4 turn when it is disengaged. Follow the directions below to re-install the latch if it becomes loose.
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Page 27: Log Installation
Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Log Installation The logs are fragile, especially after being exposed to heat. • Make sure the gas control valve is “OFF” and the heater is cool prior to conducting service. • Failure to position the parts in accordance with these diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. -
Page 28: Travis Industries
Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Left Log Placement The left log has two holes on the bottom. Place the log so the pin on the burner and the metal bracket next to the pilot insert into the holes on the log (see photos below). Right Log Placement The right log has two holes on the bottom. - Page 29 Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Right Twig Placement The right twig has a single hole in the bottom that fits over the right pin on the back log (see photos below). The lower side of the twig rests on the right log. Place the twig as shown below. Left Twig Placement The left twig has two holes in the bottom of it –...
- Page 30 Finalizing the Installation (for qualified installers only) Front Ember Chunk Placement This log set includes a left, center, and right-side ember chunk (see photo below). Left Ember Chunk Center Ember Chunk Right Ember Chunk Place the ember chunks as shown in the photos below. Make sure the ember chunks do not cover any burner holes.
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Page 31: Before You Begin
Operation Before You Begin Warning: Read this entire manual before you use your new stove (especially the section "Safety Precautions" on pages 4 & 5). Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Warning: Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. -
Page 32: Starting The Stove For The First Time
Operation Starting the Stove for the First Time • Burn the heater at a high setting with the blower off for an extended period (up to 48 hours). This will cure the painted surfaces. Fumes from the paint curing and oil burning off the steel will occur. This is normal. -
Page 33: Accent Light
Operation Accent Light HIGH This stove has a built-in accent light that may be turned on and off and ACCENT LIGHT dimmed to your preference. Turn the knob to achieve the desired light output. HIGH Adjusting the Optional Blower Speed The blower helps transfer heat from the heater into the room. -
Page 34: Normal Operating Sounds
Operation Normal Operating Sounds Extinction Pops It is not unusual, especially on Propane The appliance may creak with change of (LP) appliances, to experience a "pop" temperature -- THIS IS NORMAL. when the burner is shut off. Blower Pilot Assembly This heater has an optional blower to push The pilot flame will make a clicking heated air into the room. -
Page 35: Maintenance
Maintenance (for qualified service personnel only) Maintaining Your Stove's Appearance Painted Surfaces • Painted surfaces should be cleaned with a duster. If scratches occur, lightly sand the area with fine sandpaper. Clean the area and, with the stove cool, apply one or two thin coats of stove paint to the area (mask the area to avoid overspray). -
Page 36: Accent Light Replacement
Maintenance (for qualified service personnel only) Accent Light Replacement An accent light is included in your stove to provide additional lighting. This bulb will burn out over time. To replace, follow the directions below: • Shut off gas to the stove and let it cool for 15 minutes. •... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting Table
Maintenance (for qualified service personnel only) Troubleshooting Table Problem: Possible Cause: Don't Call for Service Until You: The ON/OFF switch is turned to "OFF" Turn the ON/OFF switch to "ON" Main Burners Will The remote control is not working correctly See the remote control instructions Not Start The thermostat is disconnected or set too low... -
Page 38: Wiring Diagram
Maintenance (for qualified service personnel only) Wiring Diagram Caution: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Spark Rod Pilot Sensor Pilot Ground Comfort Control Valve PILOT DIGITAL SENSOR FIREPLACE BURNER CONTROL SPARK ROD DIAGNOSTIC... -
Page 39: Safety Label
Safety Label Safety Label The safety (listing) label is on the back of the stove. A copy is shown below. © Travis Industries 4090901 100-01224_000... -
Page 40: Warranty
Limited 7 Year Warranty Register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. Limited 7 Year Warranty online at traviswarranty.com, or complete the enclosed Warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call. -
Page 41: Optional Equipment
Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) LP Conversion Instructions Install the conversion kit prior to installing the gas line to ensure proper gas use. Remove the glass (see page 25). Remove the logs and embers (if installed - page 27) Remove the burner (see below). - Page 42 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Follow the directions below to replace the orifices. 1/2" Wrench Apply thread sealant to the LP orifices prior to installation. Use the chart below to identify the Rear Burner Orifice correct orifices. Front Burner Orifice Use a 1/2"...
- Page 43 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Remove the pilot orifice following the instructions below. Replace with the propane pilot orifice Lift the pilot hood Remove the orifice and replace with the LP orifice. Screw the off the pilot orifice all the way in and replace the pilot hood. assembly.
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Page 44: Greensmart™ Remote Control Installation
Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) GreenSmart™ Remote Control Installation Packing List • Transmitter • Receiver (with Cover Plate & Switch) • Fan Control Module • Velcro • LP or NG Stepper Motor (with screws and label - attaches to Valve) •... - Page 45 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Overview The GreenSmart remote includes a new wiring harness that replaces the stock wiring harness. Before installing, familiarize yourself with the stock and updated wiring diagrams (see the illustrations on this page and and following page). Stock Wiring Diagram Spark Rod Accent...
- Page 46 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) GreenSmart Wiring Diagram Spark Rod Pilot Comfort Control Sensor Valve PILOT DIGITAL SENSOR FIREPLACE BURNER CONTROL SPARK ROD DIAGNOSTIC Pilot VALVE COMMAND POWER Ground GROUND BURNER CONTROL RECEIVER Orange Green Remote Yellow / Green Receiver IPI / CPI Blue...
- Page 47 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Installation WARNING: Make sure power to the stove has been shut off prior to installation. NOTE: Refer to the wiring diagram on page 46 while making wiring harness connections. Loosen the bottom panel attachment screws (there are two on each side see Figure 1). Slide the bottom panel back and place it below the stove (see Figure 2).
- Page 48 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Unplug the ac adapter from the power harness (see Figure 5). You can leave the ac adapter plugged into the wiring harness. Figure 5 Disconnect the molex connector leading to the gas control valve (see Figure 6). WARNING: The tabs on the gas control valve are fragile.
- Page 49 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Disconnect the comfort control valve connection (see Figure 8). Disconnect the burner control connector from the fireplace burner control (see Figure 9). Figure 8 Figure 9 Disconnect the on/off switch wires (labeled ON/OFF - see Figure 10). Unscrew the on/off/battery plate from the control panel (see Figure 11).
- Page 50 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) Use the included torx wrench to remove the stock regulator (see Figure 14). The old regulator may be discarded. Figure 14 10 The stepper motor (adjustable regulator) has an installation sheet included with it – make sure to follow all of the directions.
- Page 51 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 12 Attach the wiring harness to the burner control (see Figure 18). Attach the gas control valve molex connector (see Figure 19). Figure 18 Figure 19 13 Attach the blue and white wires to the IPI/CPI switch (see Figure 20). Connect the wiring harness to the stepper motor (see Figure 21).
- Page 52 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 15 Place the fan controller on the bottom panel as shown in Figure 23. Make sure the control module is positioned with the power cord to the right and the module at the back edge of the bottom panel. Figure 23 16 Attach the power cord from the fan controller to the AC connection (see Figure 24).
- Page 53 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 18 Attach the accent light power lead to the fan controller in the “AUX OUT” receptacle (see Figure 28). Figure 28 NOTE: If using the optional fan, you will want to disconnect its power lead and connect it to the extra power lead included with this kit, then connect it to the “FAN”...
- Page 54 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 20 Attach the receiver to the control panel with the two #8 machine screws (Figure 31). Figure 31 21 Re-attach the bottom plate to stove, taking care to prevent any wiring from being pinched (see Figure 32).
- Page 55 Optional Equipment (for qualified installers only) 23 Place the receiver coverplate (and switch) over the receiver (see Figure 35) and attach with the two screws included with the receiver (see Figure 36) Figure 36 Figure 35 24 A wall mount is included with this kit for the remote. It may be mounted to the wall for easy access and storage.
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Page 56: Index
Index Approved Vent Configurations ......13 Installation Options ..........6 Adjusting the Blower Speed ......... 33 Items Required for Installation ......7 Adjusting the Flame Height ........32 Leaking Gas ....... See Inst. on Cover Air Shutter Adjustment ......... 24 Listing Information ..........
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