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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove PROVIDENCE INSERT PELLET STOVE Owner’s Manual SAFETY NOTICE STOVE MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED OR A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION AND PERMIT.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove Table of Contents Introduction Safety Information……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4-5 Laboratory Listing Label ..............................6 WARNINGS ..................................7 General Information................................7 Specifications ..................................8 Figure 1 - Stove Dimensions ..............................8 Vent Information ..................................9 Termination ..................................9 Distance to openings ................................
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove Start-Up and Operation – CONTROL PANEL ........................26 Lighting Instructions ................................26 START UP AND OPERATION - HANDHELD REMOTE AND THERMOSTAT ..............26-28 Control Functions ................................29 High Temperature / Flue, Trim, and Battery Indicators ....................30 Battery Backup Operation..............................
Providence Insert Pellet Stove Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of Thelin Hearth Products Providence Insert pellet stove! In this manual you will find information on stove specifications, installation instructions, operating guide, how to perform scheduled maintenance, a troubleshooting guide, a detailed parts list and associated diagrams. Also included is your warranty information.
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove DO NOT overfire. If any external part starts to glow, you are over firing. Reduce feed rate. Overfiring or any such action that may cause a fire hazard including failure to perform regular maintenance as outlined in these instructions will void warranty.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove Vent Information Install vent at clearances specified by vent manufacturer. Secure 4” pipe or flex to flue flange with 500 degree HIGH-TEMP RTV silicone and using at least three sheet metal screws. Subsequent sections must also be attached with three screws. Each pipe section should be sealed with hi-temp silicone and/or follow vent manufacturer’s instructions (see figure 7).
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION Mobile home installation should be in accordance with the manufactured home and safety standard (HUD), CFR 3280, PART 24. The following criteria are mandatory for mobile home installs: Outside combustion air is mandatory on all mobile home installs. We recommend the Dura Vent wall thimble with outside air hookup built into the thimble.
Thelin dealer immediately. The Providence Insert may be installed into a Factory Built (Metal) fireplace, Masonry chimney, or as a Zero Clearance Built-in fireplace during new construction. Each installation has its own clearance and installation criteria as outlined in this manual.
FIREPLACE. “ must be attached to the fireplace with screws or nails. Masonry Fireplace Installation 1. Prior to planning placement of the Providence Insert, the chimney MUST be swept of creosote and soot. It should be inspected by a qualified service professional.
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove 8. It is recommended that a metal plate be installed to seal the damper area with clearance hole to allow exhaust vent pipe to pass through. Use non-flammable insulation to seal edges and to prevent heat loss.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURE 2 – CLEARANCES Factory Built (Metal), Masonry Fireplaces, and Zero Clearance Fireplaces Minimum opening for Factory Built (Metal), Masonry Fireplaces, and Zero Clearance Installation 14 of 44...
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURES 3A – FACTORY BUILT (METAL) OR MASONRY FIREPLACE VENTING 3A- VERTICAL VENT WITHOUT OUTSIDE AIR 15 of 44...
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURES 3B – FACTORY BUILT (METAL) OR MASONRY FIREPLACE VENTING 3B – VERTICAL VENT WITH OUTSIDE AIR OPTIONS 16 of 44...
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURE 4 – ZERO CLEARANCE BUILT-IN FIREPLACE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS Illustrations reflect typical installations and are for design purposes and clearances. Actual installation may vary due to individual design preferences. Zero Clearance Built-In (Wood or Metal Framing) Installation 1.
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2. Minimum hearth dimensions are 16” deep X 44” wide. 3. Allow for the finished front material (i.e., tile, stone, slate) so that when the Providence is inserted into the cavity, the front of the stove is flush with the finished front material.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURE 6 – MINIMUM VENTING WITH VERTICAL RISE 20 of 44...
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURE 7 – PIPE ADAPTOR & HOOK-UP 1. Silicone the top of flue flange with 500 degree HIGH-TEMP RTV silicone and insert flex liner or 4” pipe. Fasten pipe or flex liner with at least 3 sheet metal screws.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove Combustion air adjustment Combustion air can be adjusted by rotating the air shutter to close / open the air duct. Air adjustment is critical for proper combustion and stove efficiency. Adjust the shutter so the flame is bright yellow in appearance and is actively moving (not lazy). Dark flames, smoke or black tips on the flame is an indication of too little air.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove Surround Installation 1. To install the surround onto the stove engine, first make sure hopper flange assembly located on top of engine can move freely by loosening the four flange stud locknuts. Two in the front and two in the back.
We recommend that you run the stove on Medium for about 30 minutes to get the heat exchanger hot before turning it to Low. You will have to burn the Providence Insert for a few hours in order to determine the best setting for your particular needs.
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We recommend that you run the stove on Medium for about 30 minutes to get the heat exchanger hot before turning it to Low. You will have to burn the Providence Insert for a few hours in order to determine the best setting for your particular needs.
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Providence Insert Pellet Stove 11. When you wish to turn off your Providence Insert simply push the OFF button on the handheld remote or the wall thermostat and the feed will immediately cease. The fan will continue to run until the stove cools down and then it will shut off automatically.
6. When you wish to turn off your Providence, simply push the OFF button and the feed will immediately cease. The fan will continue to run until the stove cools down and then it will shut off automatically.
The indicator light will come on steady yellow when the battery is fully charged. Battery Backup Operation The Providence Insert is equipped with a unique battery backup technology. To set up the battery and engage the 12V backup system, follow these steps in order: 1.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove EXTERNAL Battery Backup Operation 1. Place the external battery at least 4 ft. away from unit. 2. Plug the 2 banana plugs (red and black) into the corresponding (red and black) receptacles on the Control Panel.
Providence Insert Pellet Stove Maintenance The Providence Insert requires routine maintenance for maximum performance and prolonged life of parts and components. Maintenance is mandatory for warranty to remain in effect. ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICING. RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF NOT DISCONNECTED.
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove 4. While clean out covers are removed, vacuum and wire brush heat exchangers. Connect the supplied vinyl clean out tube to ash vacuum or Shop Vac (an adapter may be needed, which can be purchased at a home center) for a more thorough clean up of the heat exchangers and inside the tight spots around the firepot &...
Yearly Maintenance NOTE: THE FOLLOWING SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL FAMILIAR WITH BOTH PELLET STOVES AND IN PARTICULAR THELIN’S PRODUCT-LINE. WE RECOMMEND YOU CONSULT A THELIN HEARTH PRODUCT’S DEALER FOR A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN Soot and Fly Ash – The products of combustion will contain small particles of fly ash. The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of flue gasses.
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove 10. Remove 3 flange nuts, and remove entire fan assembly from the combustion housing. The fan assembly is installed with high temperature silicone sealant and will need to be gently worked loose from the fan housing.
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURE 13–CLEAN-OUT COVERS FIGURE 14 – CLEAN-OUT VENT PORT 36 of 44...
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove FIGURE 15 – COMBUSTION FAN 37 of 44...
Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove Figure 19 - Igniter Location 1. The bracket holding the igniter is attached to the lid with two 10-32 nuts. The lid attaches to the air chamber with two 10-32 nuts. Also, a gasket (not shown), is installed between the lid and the air chamber.
Contact your original installing dealer for warranty service. Check with your installing dealer in advance if they require you to pay a service call for any warranty work. Travel and shipping charges are not covered by this warranty. If the installing dealer is unable to provide parts or service, contact the nearest Thelin Hearth Products dealer located on our website.
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Thelin Hearth Products, Inc. Providence Insert Pellet Stove THELIN HEARTH PRODUCTS 4244 S. Market Court Suite A Sacramento, CA. 95834 44 of 44...
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