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- - Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-
burning room heater.
damage, bodily injury, or even death.
- - Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection
requirements in your area.
- - Save these instructions.
Installer: After installation give this manual to the home-owner and
explain operation of this stove.
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Failure to follow these instructions could result in property
Part # 100-01191_000
4080724
Arbor™
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
Tested and Listed by
Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Portland, Oregon
Report # 028-S-77-2
ASTM E1509-2004
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
Mukilteo, WA 98275

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  • Page 1 Arbor™ 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 Tested and Listed by Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Arbor pellet heater. In purchasing an Arbor 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 Arbor is one of the finest home heaters the world over.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Operation (continued) Introduction ............2 Manual Mode.............22 Important Information .........2 Auto Mode ............23 Restrictor Adjustment .........24 Safety Precautions Restrictor Adjustment .........24 Safety Precautions ..........4 Adjusting the Fan Speed........24 Specifications Start-Up Sequence..........25 Heating Specifications ........6 "AUGER ON" Light..........25 Dimensions............6 "Maintenance Required"...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    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.

  • Page 5: Mobile Home

    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.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    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** ..............29 Hours Hopper Capacity ....................50 Pounds Heating capacity will vary depending on the home's floor plan, degree of insulation, and the outside temperature. It is also affected by the fuel size, quality, and moisture level.

  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) 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.

  • Page 8: Clearances - Straight Installation

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Clearances - Straight Installation Through the Wall Installations Interior Vertical Vents Vent Clearance* 2” Minimum** 3” Minimum “Tee” 7” Minimum 7” Minimum Floor Protection 6” Minimum 6” Minimum Clearances - Corner Installation Through the Wall Vents Interior Vertical Vents 3”...

  • Page 9: Venting The Pellet Stove

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Venting the Pellet Stove • INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER. • DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE. • DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT.

  • Page 10: Pellet Vent Type

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) 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°...

  • Page 11: Mobile Home Requirements

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) 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 department).

  • Page 12: Alcove Installation Requirements

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) 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. •...

  • Page 13: Thermostat Installation

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Thermostat Installation Do not connect 120 VAC to the thermostat circuit of this heater (do not use a household thermostat used for a wall-board or other electical heater). A thermostat is included with this heater (part # 99300650). Follow the directions below to install. Attach the thermostat wire to the circuit board Pull the cover off the thermostat...

  • Page 14: Installation Example: Direct "Through-The-Wall" Installation

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Installation Example: Direct "Through-the-wall" Installation Horizontal Rain Cap Type "L" Vent 12” Minimum House Shield (used to protect exterior wall from soot discoloration) is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Wall Thimble (note clearance between vent and 3” Minimum Seal each vent combustibles) section (including...

  • Page 15: Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation Vent Clearance* 2” Minimum “Tee” 7” Minimum Floor Protection 6” Minimum Vertical Cap 24” Minimum Storm Collar Roof Flashing Insulation must maintain clearance. Vent must Ceiling Support / Fire Stop Spacer maintain clearance to Seal each vent...

  • Page 16: Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit Vent Clearance* 2” Minimum “Tee” 7” 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 between sections.

  • Page 17: Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) 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 500°...

  • Page 18: Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) 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°...

  • Page 19: Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney

    Installation (For Qualified Installers Only) Installation Example: Freestanding 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 between sections.

  • Page 20: Operation

    Operation Safety Notice Read this entire manual (especially the "Safety Precautions" on pages 4 and 5) 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 –...

  • Page 21: Loading Pellets

    Operation Loading Pellets Lift the hopper lid to its vertical position. Pour pellets into the hopper until full. NOTE: The hopper holds approximately 50 pounds of pellets. To Open the Hopper Lid: Lift the hopper lid from this handle. NOTE: The auger automatically shuts off when the hopper Warning: lid is open.

  • Page 22: Manual Mode

    Operation Manual Mode Manual mode requires the user to turn the AUTO heater on and off manually. MANUAL To Start MANUAL DOWN Press the "Manual Start" button. That's it. The stove automatically goes to a medium burn rate START and high fan while the igniter starts the fire burning within 10 minutes.

  • Page 23: Auto Mode

    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 desired.

  • Page 24: Restrictor Adjustment

    Operation Restrictor Adjustment The restrictor is used to adjust airflow to the firepot. It should be adjusted to match the heat output setting and burn the pellets at the appropriate rate. This keeps the firepot as clean as possible. For low heat output settings the restrictor will need to be closed or near closed to limit the amount of air. This prevents the stove from burning the pellet fuel faster than it is fed.

  • Page 25: Start-Up Sequence

    Operation Start-Up Sequence This stove utilizes a start-up sequence whenever the mode switch is changed or the heater is started when cold. This is to ensure proper operation through all possible settings and operational states (hot or cold, pellets burning or not burning, etc.). This sequence over-rides all user settings (except the "OFF"...

  • Page 26: Manual Auger" Button

    Operation "MANUAL AUGER" Button This button turns the auger on. It is used to “prime” the auger after the hopper has run out of pellets. Power Outages If a sustained power outage occurs while in "Manual", the stove will go to a "cool down" mode to vacate smoke once power returns.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) Inspect the Burn When burning on high, the flames should be bright orange with embers jumping from the firepot. NOTE : the optimal restrictor position will vary over time as soot builds up inside the exhaust system.

  • Page 28: Check Firepot For Clinkers

    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 heater off and check for clinkers (ashes that solidify into a clump). The most likely causes are: •...

  • Page 29: Door Opening

    Maintenance Daily Maintenance (whenever using the stove) - Continued Door Opening WARNING : Make sure the heater has fully cooled (approximately 25 minutes) before opening the door and conducting service. Swing the Open the latch. doors open. WARNING: Do not swing the doors past 90°. This may cause the doors to strike the body of the stove and cause damage.

  • Page 30: Weekly Maintenance (Or Every 5 Bags Of Pellets)

    Maintenance Weekly Maintenance (or every 5 bags of pellets) Flyash Removal This heater was designed to allow for easy flyash removal with the included tools. However, to ease maintenance, several pellet stove owners have purchased vacuums specifically made to remove flyash.

  • Page 31: Clean The Baffles

    Maintenance Weekly Maintenance (or every 5 bags of pellets) - continued Clean the Baffles WARNING : Make sure the heater has fully cooled (approximately 25 minutes) before conducting service. HINT : The more often you clean out flyash, the more efficient your heater will burn. The baffles are found along the top of the firebox.

  • Page 32: Sweep Ash Into Ashpan

    Maintenance Weekly Maintenance (or every 5 bags of pellets) - continued Sweep Ash Into Ashpan WARNING : Make sure the heater has fully cooled (approximately 25 minutes) before conducting service. Remove the two ashdump covers on the floor of the firebox using the included hook tool. Remove the firepot and place it aside.

  • Page 33: Check Ashpan, Dispose If Necessary

    Maintenance Weekly Maintenance (or every 5 bags of pellets) - continued Check Ashpan, Dispose if necessary WARNING : Make sure the heater has fully cooled (approximately 25 minutes) before conducting service. WARNING : The ashpan must be in place while the heater is in use. Lift up on the ashlip and slide the ashpan...

  • Page 34: Yearly Maintenance (Or Every Ton)

    Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every ton) 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. WARNING: Disconnect the power cord and make sure the heater has fully cooled prior to conducting service.
  • Page 35 Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every ton) - continued Remove the button plugs at the top of the firebox (both sides). Once removed, use the bottle brush to dislodge any flyash from the exhaust channel behind the button plug. Use the bottle brush Button Plug to clean this...

  • Page 36: Clean The Exhaust Blower

    Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every ton) - continued Clean the Exhaust Blower The exhaust blower cover is held in place with 4 screws. Remove the side cover. Remove the cover plate on the exhaust blower. Clean the area inside the blower, removing all flyash. Remove these 3 nuts to Use the bottle brush to disoldge any expose the exhaust blower.

  • Page 37: Clean The Convection Blower

    Maintenance Yearly Maintenance (or every ton) - continued Clean the Convection Blower Remove all dust and debris from the convection blower. Take care to prevent damage to the convection blower impellers. Clean the Vent Make sure the cap is free of debris (especially if it has a screen that could become blocked).

  • Page 38: Replacement Parts

    POWER CORD, PS/PI 1997 & UP # - 16 ga AWG w/RING & FML CNCTRS 93005015 CNTRL BRD, ALL PEL 1997 & UP# - LARGE OR SMALL PS & PI 250-00011 SHL, ASH DRAWER - ARBOR - CAST IRON - SERVICE PART 250-00159 CORD RESTRAINER 100-00112...

  • Page 39: Normal Operating Sounds

    Normal Operating Sounds Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear the heated air being forced through these tubes by the convection fan. Convection Fan The modern high efficiency fan may produce a low hum, particularly on "HIGH". This sound will change as the FAN setting is changed.

  • Page 40: Safety Label

    Safety Label © Travis Industries 1 0 0 - 0 1 1 9 1 _ 0 0 0 4070806...

  • Page 41: Warranty

    Limited 7 Year 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., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. 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: Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call.

  • Page 42: Index

    Index Loading Pellets ..........21 "AUGER ON" Light..........25 Adjusting the Door Hinge and Latch .......37 Location of Controls ........... 20 Alcove Installation Requirements ......12 "Maintenance Required" Light....... 25 Auto Mode ............23 Make Sure Pellets are Not Piling Up ....... 27 Baffle Installation..........12 Manual Mode ............

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