Vistaflame VF 170B Technical Manual

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SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES IS AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE COMPANY. THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
VF 170B
PELLET STOVE
TECHNICAL MANUAL
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION
AND USE OF THIS PELLET-BURNING ROOM HEATER. FAILURE
TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
Contact your building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
50-1864

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  • Page 1 SHERWOOD INDUSTRIES IS AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE COMPANY. THIS MANUAL IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER. PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. VF 170B PELLET STOVE TECHNICAL MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS PELLET-BURNING ROOM HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Warnings & Recommendations....................3 Specifications..........................5 Dimensions & Specifications......................5 Rating Label Location.......................5 Rating Label..........................6 Installation.............................7 Deciding Where to Locate your Pellet Appliance................7 Removing Pellet Stove From Pallet.....................7 Clearances to Combustibles.......................8 Hearth Shield Installation......................8 Thermostat Installation......................8 Vent Termination Requirements....................9 Outside Fresh-Air Connection....................10 Exhaust And Fresh Air Intake Locations..................10 Mobile Home Installation:......................11...
  • Page 3: Safety Warnings & Recommendations

    Safety Warnings & Recommendations * This manual is designed for the technician in conjunction with the owner’s manual. * Please read this entire Technical Manual before installing or operating your Vista Flame Pellet Stove. Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
  • Page 4 Safety Warnings & Recommendations ELECTRICAL: The use of a surge protected power bar is recommended. The unit must be grounded. The grounded electrical cord should be connected to a standard 110-120 volts (3.6 Amps), 60 hertz electrical outlet and also must be accessible. Ensure the polarity to the outlet, the unit will be plugged into, is correct as incorrect polarity can affect the unit’s operation.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    Specifications & S imenSionS pecificationS " (553mm) " (403mm) " (716mm) " (568mm) 25" (637mm) " (680mm) " (605mm) " (671mm) " (1063mm) " (1048mm) 27" (687mm) Figure 1: Dimensions of Maxx. Table 1: Maxx Specifications. Testing Standard Frequency Voltage ASTM 1509-04 60 Hz 110 - 120 V...
  • Page 6: Rating Label

    Specifications ating abel Sidewall Figure 2: Rating Label...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation eciding here to ocate your ellet ppliance 1. Do not install the stove in a bedroom or room where people sleep in. 2. Locate the stove in a large and open room that is centrally located in the house. This will optimize heat circulation.
  • Page 8: Clearances To Combustibles

    Installation learanceS to ombuStibleS Back Wall 4" 4" (10cm) These dimensions are minimum clearances but it is (10cm) recommended that you ensure sufficient room for servicing, routine cleaning and maintenance. 12" (30.5cm) Side wall to unit 12 inches (30.5 cm) Back wall to unit 4 inches (10 cm)
  • Page 9: Vent Termination Requirements

    Installation ermination equirementS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR PELLET STOVE BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER/INSTALLER. Table 2: Use in conjunction with Figure 7 for allowable exterior vent termination locations. Letter Minimum Clearance Description 24 in (61 cm) Above grass, top of plants, wood, or any other combustible materials. 48 in (122 cm) Beside/below any door or window that may be opened.
  • Page 10: Outside Fresh-Air Connection

    Installation utSide reSh onnection This Heater must have adequate air for proper combustion in the room that it is installed. A Fresh-air intake is strongly recommended for all installations. Failure to install intake air may result in improper combustion as well as the unit smoking during Outside power failures.
  • Page 11: Mobile Home Installation

    Installation obile nStallation ● Secure the heater to the floor using the four (4) holes in the pedestal. ● Ensure the unit is electrically grounded to the chassis of your home (permanently). ● Do not install in a room people sleep in. ●...
  • Page 12: Horizontal Exhaust Through Wall Installation

    Installation orizontal xhauSt hrough nStallation Vent installation: install vent at clearances specified by the vent manufacturer. A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic or roof space, closet or similar concealed spaces, or a floor, or ceiling. Where passage through a wall or partition of combustible construction is desired, the installation must conform to CAN/CSA-B365 Installation Code for Solid-Fuel-Burning Appliances and Equipment and with all local regulations, including those referring to regional and national.
  • Page 13 Installation 8. The pipe must extend at least 12” (30 cm) away from the building. If necessary, bring another length of pipe to the outside of the home to connect to the first section. Do not forget to place high temperature silicone around the pipe that passes through the thimble.
  • Page 14: Recommended - Through Wall With Vertical Rise And Horizontal Termination Installation

    Installation recommended - t hrough ertical iSe and orizontal ermination nStallation Termination cap 90°elbow Wall framing A 45° down elbow may be used in place of the Vertical section termination cap (or stainless steel termination of vent pipe hood). Wall strap Horizontal frame for thimble...
  • Page 15: Outside Vertical Installations

    Installation utSide ertical nStallationS To accomplish an outside vertical pipe installation, follow the “h ” OrizOntAl xhAust hrOugh nstAllAtiOns section and then finish it by performing the following (refer to Figure 16). 1. Install a tee with clean out on the outside of the house. 2.
  • Page 16: Inside Vertical Installations

    Installation nSide ertical nStallationS 1. Place the unit on the hearth pad if a hearth pad is to be used (or on solid material if installed on a carpeted surface) and space the unit in a manner so when the pellet vent is installed vertically, it will be 3”...
  • Page 17: Hearth Mount Installation

    Installation earth ount nStallation Damper Removed or Fastened Open Mantel Minimum 200mm (8") from top of stove Clean-out Min 150mm (6") Fresh-air intake should com from chimney. If holes Floor already exist fresh-air Protection intake can be taken through back of the fireplace or Masonry Fireplace Combustible Floor through the ash dump.
  • Page 18: Slider/Damper Set-Up

    Installation lider amper This is used to regulate the airflow through the pellet stove. The slider damper should be set by a trained technician using magnehelic. 1. To install the optional slider damper Exhaust Channel rod remove the left cabinet side panel. Partially back out the two (2) T-20 Torx screws on the back of the each panel and Exhaust Fan...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting DO NOT: ● Service the stove with wet hands. The stove is an electrical appliance, which may pose a shock hazard if handled improperly. Only qualified technicians should deal with possible internal electrical failures. ● Do not remove from the firebox any screws without penetrating oil lubrication. WHAT TO DO IF: 1.
  • Page 20 Troubleshooting Poor Quality Fuel – Insufficient energy in the fuel to produce enough heat to keep the stove burning Exhaust Temperature Sensor failure. – Bypass sensor located on Exhaust Blower, if stove now operates properly, the unit may require cleaning or a new sensor. Contact your local dealer for service. Check the fuse on the circuit board.
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting 7. The convection blower will not function normally. Clean all grill openings at the back and below unit . Check the Voltage across the blower wires, It should adjust with the heat output settings. If not contact your local dealer for service. 8.
  • Page 22: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Brown Exhaust Temperature Sensor Brown White Combustion Blue Blower Black White 120V Black Grounded Plug Ignitor Ground Thermostat White Auger Motor Black White Yellow 5 Amp Fuse Vacuum Yellow Switch Black Yellow White Blue Brown Brown White Convection Purple Purple Blower...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    Parts List Reference # Description Part # 120ºF (49ºC) Ceramic Fan Temp Sensor EC-001 IEC Power Cord (115V) EC-043 Window Channel Tape - 6ft (1.8m) EC-058 High Limit Temp Sensor 200ºF (93ºC) Manual Reset EF-016 Silicone Hose EF-018 Slider Damper Rod with Knob EF-050 Glass - Large (9”...
  • Page 24 Parts List Reference # Description Part # Firebox Baffle 50-1645 Ash Pan 50-1646 Glass Retainer 50-1649 Inner Door (No Glass) 50-1651 Circuit Board Decal 50-1930 Control Panel with Decal 50-1931 Circuit Board with Thermostat Switch - 115V 50-1929 Ignitor Assembly 50-1656 Auger Motor - 3rpm 120V 50-1657...
  • Page 25: Parts Diagram - Components

    Parts Diagram - Components VF 170 - Components May 2008...
  • Page 26: Parts Diagram - Steel

    Parts Diagram - Steel...
  • Page 27: Warranty

    Exclusions conditions herein set forth, this product against defects in material and workmanship An expanded list of exclusions is available at www.vistaflame.ca during the specified warranty period starting from the date of original purchase at retail. This warranty does not cover: In the event of a defect of material or workmanship during the specified warranty period, ƒ...
  • Page 28: Installation Data Sheet

    Installation Data Sheet The following information must be recorded by the installer for warranty purposes and future reference. NAME OF OWNER: NAME OF DEALER: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ ADDRESS: ADDRESS: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ PHONE:___________________________________ PHONE:___________________________________ MODEL:___________________________________ NAME OF INSTALLER: SERIAL NUMBER:___________________________ _________________________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE: _____________...

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