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Astoria Pellet Stove • Horizontal Or Vertical Vent • Freestanding Stove • Mobile Home Approved • Class A Chimney Retrofit • Hearth Stove into Existing Masonry Chimney , Masonry Fireplace, or Z.C. Fireplace - - Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning room heater.
Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Astoria pellet heater. In purchasing an Astoria 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 Astoria is one of the finest home heaters the world over.
Safety Precautions • Do not operate the • Contact your local building heater if you smell officials to obtain a permit smoke coming from and information on any the heater. Turn the installation restrictions or switch to inspection requirements "OFF", monitor your in your area.
Safety Precautions • The heater will not operate • This heater must be during a power outage. If connected to a standard a power outage does 115 V., 60 Hz grounded occur, check the heater electrical outlet. Do not for smoke spillage and use an adapter plug or open a window if any sever the grounding plug.
Specifications Heating Specifications: Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)* .........800 to 2,250 Sq. Feet Burn Rate (Pounds per Hour)**...............1.7 to 5.5 Maximum Burn Time on Low Burn** ..............67.5 Hours Hopper Capacity....................115 Pounds Heating capacity will vary depending on the home's floor plan, degree of insulation, and the outside temperature.
Installation Before You Begin READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE THIS HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this pellet heater and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.
Installation Venting the Pellet Stove • PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3" CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE (INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER). • DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE. •...
Installation Pellet Vent Type • Must be 4" diameter Type "L"(except for masonry fireplace installations) - or - connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney. All vent joints (including adapters, elbows, etc…) must be sealed with 500° F. RTV silicone. Installing the Pellet Vent Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by...
Installation Mobile Home Requirements • Outside air is required (used for combustion) - see the directions below. • The heater must be bolted to the floor (Some states do not require this; check with your local building Use the lag bolts (used department).
Installation Alcove Installation Requirements When the pellet stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7' tall, it is considered an alcove installation. Because of the reduced height, the requirements listed below must be met. •...
Installation Installation Example: Direct "Through-the-wall" Installation Horizontal Rain Cap Type "L" Outside Air Vent 12” Minimum House Shield - prevents discoloration to outside of home - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Seal each vent section (including 3” Minimum adapters, elbows, Wall Thimble (note 3”...
Installation Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit 2” 3” Minimum Minimum “Tee” Outside Type "L" Vent (optional) 9” Minimum Floor Protection 6” Minimum Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of 500° F. RTV Class A Chimney silicone into the gap Storm Collar...
Installation Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Storm Collar Seal the cover plate with silicone. Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of “L” Vent Flex 500° F. RTV Section silicone into the gap between sections.
Installation Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap Cover Plate (non-combustible) Storm Collar Seal the cover plate with silicone. “L” Vent Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of 500° F. RTV silicone into the gap between sections.
Installation Installation Example: Interior Masonry Chimney Vertical Cap “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Storm Collar Seal the cover plate with silicone. Seal each vent section (including adapters, elbows, etc...) by injecting a liberal amount of 500° F. RTV silicone into the gap “L”...
Operation Safety Notice Read this entire manual (especially the "Safety Precautions" on pages 2 and 3) before using this stove. Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Do not unplug the stove to turn it off. This stove relies upon electricity to push the flue gases out the pellet vent –...
Operation Loading Pellets Lift the hopper lid to its vertical position. Pour pellets into the hopper until full. NOTE: The hopper holds approximately 115 pounds of pellets. To Close the Hopper Lid: lift the lid, pull this tab forward, then lower the lid down. To Open the Hopper Lid: These notches allow lift the hopper lid from this handle.
Operation Manual Mode Manual mode requires the user to turn the HEAT OUTPUT heater on and off manually. To Start AUTO Press the "Manual Start" button. That's it. The stove automatically goes to a medium burn rate MANUAL and high fan while the igniter starts the fire burning within 10 minutes.
Operation Auto Mode Auto mode allows you to use a thermostat to control room temperature. The stove automatically turns on when the temperature drops below the thermostat setting. Once the stove reaches operating temperature, the stove then runs at the heat output setting selected. To Adjust Room Temperature (or Start the Stove) Move the thermostat to the heat setting...
Operation Adjusting the Fan Speed Use the FAN dial to adjust the convection blower speed. HEAT OUTPUT AUTO MANUAL MANUAL START FAULT Start-Up Sequence This stove utilizes a start-up sequence whenever the mode switch is changed or the heater is started when cold.
Operation "FAULT" Light This light comes on when an error occurs: • The stove runs out of pellets • During initial start-up (for a split second) or for improper electrical frequency • A start-up sequence that does not result in the heater coming up to temperature HEAT OUTPUT AUTO MANUAL...
Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) Inspect the Burn When burning, the flames should be bright orange with an occasional ember jumping from the firepot. Make Sure Pellets are Not Piling Up If the pellets pile up over the burn pot, turn the mode switch to "OFF".
Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) - Continued Check Firepot for Clinkers If the flames seem to be coming only from the sides, or are orange/black, turn the stove off and check for clinkers. The most likely causes are: •...
Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) Clean the Heat Exchange Tubes Open the hopper lid. WARNING: The front edge of the hopper lid becomes very hot, do not touch the area below the handle. WARNING: This rod becomes very hot during operation.
Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Opening The Door Insert the included door Warning: handle into the The front of the latch assembly. stove becomes very hot during operation. Let the stove cool completely before conducting service.
Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Sweep Ash Into Ashpan HINT: The more often you clean out the flyash, the more efficient your heater will burn. WARNING: The firebox becomes very hot during operation. Let the stove cool completely before conducting service. Lift it up and away from the firebox.
Maintenance Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Check Ashpan, Dispose if necessary NOTE: When replacing the ash pan make sure it is pushed all the way in. The ash pan has a built in handle to ease transportation of the ashes.
Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) WARNING: 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. Soot and Flyash: Formation and Need for Removal –...
Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) - Continued Clean the Exhaust Blower (make sure the stove is cool and unplugged) Remove the six screws holding the exhaust blower motor in place. Open the hopper lid and remove the 11/32" Socket screw hlding the left door in place.
Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) - Continued Check for Air Leaks Around the Door, Glass, and Ashpan Air leaks into the firebox will decrease the stove's performance greatly, leading to excessive sooting, inefficient burning, and perhaps a malfunction. •...
Normal Operating Sounds Exhaust Blower The flow of exhaust gases may create a low-pitched hum. This sound will change as the FEED RATE is altered. Auger Motor When feeding pellets, you may hear the intermittent buzz of this motor running. Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear the heated air being forced through...
Solid Fuel Burning Appliance Serial No: Also for Use in Mobile Homes Model: Astoria PS Report No. 028-S-42-2 Tested to: ASTM E, 1509-95, Room Heater Pellet Burning Type (UM) 84 HUD Electrical Rating: 115V, 60Hz, 3 Amp; Start 3 Amps, Run 1.5 Amps Maximum Input Rating: 5.5 lbs (2.5kg)/hr...
Warranty To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 10850 117th Place N.E., Kirkland, Washington 98033. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this 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: Years 1 &...
Optional Equipment Thermostat (Part # 99300650) Do not connect 120 VAC to the thermostat circuit of Open the hopper lid and remove the this heater (do not screw holding the right panel in place. use a household thermostat used for Phillips Screwdriver a wall-board or other...
Optional Equipment Remote Thermostat • Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation. Using the Remote Thermostat The remote thermostat has a 1 to 2 minute lag time between the time the thermostat is turned up and the heater turns on. Included with the remote thermostat is a set of instructions that details the operating characteristics of this optional component.