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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.
$10.00
Copyright 2008, T.I.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property
Part # 100-01156
4080728
Yankee™
Pellet Stove
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Horizontal
Or Vertical Vent
•
Freestanding Stove
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Mobile Home Approved
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Class A Chimney Retrofit
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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-62-2
ASTM E1509-2004
4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW
Mukilteo, WA 98275
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- Page 1 - - 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. $10.00 Copyright 2008, T.I. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property...
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Page 2: Introduction
Today, and Save Your Bill of S a l e . To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of Yankee PS the date you purchased your heater. Do not mail your Bill of Sale to us. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation ...14 Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation ...15 Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit ...16 Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove...17 Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove..18 Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney...19 Operation Safety Notice ...20 Location of Controls ...20 Starting the Heater for the First Time ...20... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions • Do not operate the heater if you smell smoke coming from the heater. "OFF", monitor your heater, and call your dealer. • Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or 'freshen up' a fire in this heater. -
Page 5: Mobile Home
Safety Precautions • The heater will not operate during a power outage. If a power outage does occur, check the heater for smoke spillage and open a window if any smoke spills into the room. • Keep foreign objects out of the hopper. -
Page 6: 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** ...47 Hours Hopper Capacity ...80 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
Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36" of the front of the heater. • If the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7', it must follow the requirements in the section "Alcove Installation Requirements". HINT:... -
Page 8: Clearances - Straight Installation
Install vent at clearance specified by the vent manufacturer. NOTE: If interior vertical vent is used, the stove to backwall dimension is determined by the vent being used. This dimension will vary depending on the brand of pellet vent used. To determine the distance from the backwall to the stove, connect the "Tee"... -
Page 9: Venting The Pellet Stove
Installation 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 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 •... -
Page 11: Mobile Home Requirements
© Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) Use the lag bolts (used to secure the stove to the pallet) to screw the pedestal to the floor. 7/16” Socket Remove the ash pan (see page 29). -
Page 12: Alcove Installation Requirements
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. -
Page 13: Thermostat Installation
Installation 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 (see the illustration... -
Page 14: Installation Example: Direct "Through-The-Wall" Installation
Installation Installation Example: Direct "Through-the-wall" Installation Horizontal Rain Cap 12” Minimum Wall Thimble (note clearance between vent and combustibles) 12” Minimum © Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) Type "L" Outside Air Vent House Shield (used to protect exterior wall from soot discoloration) is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 3”... -
Page 15: Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation
Installation Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation Vent Clearance* Type "L" Vent Floor Protection Vertical Cap Storm Collar Roof Flashing Vent must maintain clearance to combustibles. Vent Clearance* 2” Min. Install vent at clearance specified by the vent manufacturer. © Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) 2”... -
Page 16: Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit
Installation Installation Example: Class A Chimney Retrofit Vent Clearance* Type "L" Vent Floor Protection Storm Collar Roof Flashing Clearance* 2” Min. Install vent at clearance specified by the vent manufacturer. © Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) 2” Minimum “Tee” Outside (optional) 9”... -
Page 17: Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove
Installation Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap Storm Collar Outside air may be drawn from the ash cleanout. © Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Seal the cover plate with silicone. “L” Vent Flex... -
Page 18: Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove
Installation Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove Vertical Cap Storm Collar “L” Vent “L” Vent Flex Section © Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) Cover Plate (non-combustible) Seal the cover plate with silicone. 53-3/8” 3” NOTE: you will probably need a short horizontal section here to clear the lintel and allow the hopper lid to open. -
Page 19: Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney
Installation Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney Vertical Cap Storm Collar “L” Vent Flex Section Clean-Out Access Install vent at clearance specified by the vent manufacturer. © Travis Industries (For Qualified Installers Only) “L” Vent Cover Plate (non-combustible) Seal the cover plate with silicone. -
Page 20: Operation
Start the Heater - Let it Burn for 1 Hour - THEN OPEN THE DOOR The stove paint is cured through heat. To prevent it from bonding to the door gasket, you must burn the heater for approximately 1 hour, then open and close the door to break any bonding. -
Page 21: Loading Pellets
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. Switching Modes While in Operation Whenever the stove is switched from one mode to another while in operation, the stove will enter the "start-... -
Page 22: Manual Mode
10 minutes. During this period the lowest “HEAT OUTPUT” light will flash. If the stove does not start in 30 minutes, the stove turns off. Once up to temperature, the stove will then run at the heat output setting selected on the control panel (see “To Adjust the Heat”... -
Page 23: Auto Mode
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. -
Page 24: Restrictor Adjustment
Keeping your firepot clean is the most important step to maintaining a safe and efficient stove. Check and clean your firepot daily until you find the correct restrictor settings and appropriate firepot cleaning interval. -
Page 25: Start-Up Sequence
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
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. If the power outage was short, the heater will go to the start-up sequence. -
Page 27: 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
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). -
Page 29: Door Opening
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. NOTE: Do not overtighten the pawl. This can permanently damage the latch and prematurely wear out the door gasket. -
Page 30: Weekly Maintenance (Or Every 5 Bags Of Pellets)
(hot flyash may cause the internal portion of vacuums to ignite). Clean the Hopper Run the stove until the pellets run out. Open the hopper and remove the dust and debris near the bottom of the hopper. -
Page 31: Clean The Baffles
Fingerprints or other marks left on gold surfaces may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the stove on. Clean the gold with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth (make sure the heater is cool). Other cleaners may leave a film that may become etched into the gold. -
Page 32: Sweep Ash Into Ashpan
Weekly Maintenance (or every 5 bags of pellets) - continued Sweep Ash Into Ashpan WARNING: The firebox becomes very hot during operation. Let the stove cool completely before conducting service. Swing the side ash trap door up. Ash Trap Door Lift the firepot out of its holder. -
Page 33: Check Ashpan, Dispose If Necessary
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. The ash pan has a built in handle to ease transportation of the ashes. -
Page 34: Yearly Maintenance (Or Every Ton)
Clean the Vertical Exhaust Duct Clean the Exhaust Duct (the stove must be cool and unplugged) Clean the Convection Blower (the stove must be cool and unplugged) The convection blower inlet can be vacuumed out (if needed). If extensive... -
Page 35: Clean The Exhaust Blower
(especially if it has a screen that could become blocked). Check the vent sections for creosote accumulation (indicating a poorly burning stove). Accumulation over 1/4” must be removed. On vertically vented systems, the dirtiest portion is often the point where the vent turns upwards (i.e. -
Page 36: Door Seal
© Travis Industries Maintenance Correctly Aligned Door When properly adjusted, the door should be evenly spaced from the front of the stove (and shut tight, compressing the gasket). Hinge Note how both corners are evenly spaced. Latch Too Tight - In the illustration below, the latch is too tight (this is the most common mis- alignment). -
Page 37: Adjusting The Door Hinge And Latch
Yearly Maintenance (or every ton) - continued Adjusting the Door Hinge and Latch • The door hinge and door latches may be adjusted to pull the door closer to the body. The illustration below details how to adjust these components. NOTE: Make sure to read the section "Door Alignment"... -
Page 38: Door Trim
Air leaks into the firebox will decrease the stove's performance greatly, leading to excessive sooting, inefficient burning, and perhaps a malfunction. • Inspect the door gasket to make sure it is fully attached. Use stove gasket cement to re-attach if necessary. If the door gasket is worn or flattened, replace. •... -
Page 39: Normal Operating Sounds
Normal Operating Sounds Exhaust Blower This blower may create a low-pitched hum. This sound will change as the HEAT OUTPUT is altered. Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear the heated air being forced through these tubes by the convection fan. Firepot As pellets are fed into the firepot, a light clicking... -
Page 40: Safety Label
Do not connect this appliance to a vent serving another appliance. Inspect and clean exhaust venting system frequently in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. May be installed in a sleeping room with use of outside combustion air inlet (Part #99200136) or equivalent. Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials (Measured to Stove Top) Interior Vertical Flue Installation... -
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
Installation Example: Direct "Through-the-wall" Installation...14 Installation Example: Freestanding Masonry Chimney...19 Installation Example: Interior Vertical Installation ...15 Installation Example: Masonry Fireplace Hearth Stove...17 Installation Example: Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Hearth Stove..18 Installation Options ...7 Installing the Pellet Vent...10 Introduction ...2 © Travis Industries Index Loading Pellets ...