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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 PELLET STOVE MERIDIAN OWNER’S MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS PELLET BURNING ROOM HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE...
Table of Contents Introduction........................3 Pellet Quality ......................3 Rating Label Location.....................4 Important Safety Data ....................4 Safety Warnings and Recommendations..............4 Operating Instructions......................6 Stove Controls.......................6 Automatic Safety Features..................6 Thermostat......................7 Slider/Damper Setting....................8 Operating Your Pellet Stove..................9 Turning Your Pellet Stove Off..................9 Routine Cleaning and Maintenance...............10 Installation........................12 Deciding Where to Locate Your Pellet Appliance............12 Dimensions......................13...
ELLET UALITY PELLET QUALITY IS IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ YOUR ENVIRO PELLET STOVE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO BURN WOOD PELLETS ONLY. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TYPE OF FUEL, AS THIS WILL VOID ANY WARRANTIES STATED IN THIS MANUAL. CAUTION: It is important to select and use only pellets that are dry and free of dirt or any impurities such as high salt content.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING YOUR ENVIRO PELLET STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS TO OBTAIN A PERMIT AND ANY INFORMATION ON ANY INSTALLATION RESTRICTIONS AND INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR AREA.
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Glass: Do not abuse the glass by striking or slamming the door. Do not attempt to operate the stove with broken glass. The stove uses ceramic glass. Replacement glass must be purchased from an ENVIRO dealer. Do not attempt to open the door and clean the glass while the unit is in operation or if glass is hot.
Operating Instructions TOVE ONTROLS HEAT LEVEL INDICATOR: Shows the Heat Level output setting. HEAT LEVEL ADJUSTMENT: This button will change the Heat Level output setting of the stove from low to high ON/OFF BUTTON: Is used to turn the unit ON and OFF SYSTEM LIGHT: The System Light is responsible for signaling the state of the control board.
Operating Instructions C) This unit has a convection fan control over-ride. This function causes the convection fan to reach its full speed when the temperature at the back of the firebox reaches 160° F (71° C). This is a normal safety feature of your unit.
Operating Instructions LIDER AMPER ETTING THE SLIDER / DAMPER MUST BE SET AT TIME OF INSTALLATION A Qualified Service Technician or Installer must set the Slider Damper. The slider damper should be set only on a hot stove (operating for 30 minutes or more) by placing a Magnahelic Pressure Gauge in the firebox (test port is located in the center of the stove just below the door opening).
Operating Instructions PERATING ELLET TOVE PRE-BURN INSTRUCTIONS : The burn pot liner holes must be clear and the liner installed properly against the ignitor tube for proper operation. Check the hopper for enough pellets to start the unit. DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH THE DOOR OR ASH PAN AJAR MANUAL MODE: To START: Press the ON / OFF Button.
ASH PAN AND DOOR GASKETS (weekly) After excessive use the gasket may come loose. To repair this, glue the gasket on using high-temperature fiberglass gasket glue available from your local ENVIRO dealer. This is important to maintain an airtight assembly.
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Operating Instructions HEAT EXCHANGER TUBES (weekly) A rod is located under the unit top, in the center of the stove just behind the door. This handle is to be pushed in and out a few times (ONLY WHEN THE UNIT IS COLD) in order to clean away any fly ash that may have collected on the heat exchanger tubes.
6. The power cord is 8 feet (2.43 m) long and may require a grounded extension cord to reach the nearest electrical outlet. FLOOR PROTECTION Your MERIDIAN pellet stove requires floor protection. The floor protection must be non-combustible, extending beneath the stove the full width and depth of the unit including 6 “...
Installation IMENSIONS LEARANCES TO OMBUSTIBLES ��� �� �� ��� �� ��� Maintain these clearances to combustibles. This unit may be installed in an Alcove. SIDE WALL TO UNIT 6 INCHES (204 MM) MIN. ALCOVE WIDTH 36 INCHES ( 900 MM) BACK WALL TO UNIT 3 INCHES ( 76 MM) MIN.
Installation ERMINATION EQUIREMENTS 1. Do not terminate the vent in any enclosed or semi-enclosed areas such as a carport, garage, attic, crawlspace, narrow walkway, closely fenced area, under a sundeck or porch, or any location that can build up a concentration of fumes such as stairwells, covered breezeway, etc.
DO NOT INSTALL IN A ROOM PEOPLE SLEEP IN. “CAUTION”: STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY THE MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR, ENVIRO MERIDIAN WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED HEARTH PAD FLOORING • Outside fresh air is mandatory. Secure outside air connections directly to fresh air...
HROUGH NSTALLATION The MERIDIAN can be vented through the wall using two different methods. Only use vent of (L or PL) type with an inside diameter of 3 or 4 inches (7.6 or 10.1 cm) VENT INSTALLATION: INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER.
Installation TRAIGHT HROUGH NSTALLATIONS The termination must be 12 inches (30 cm) from Wall framing the outside wall and 12 inches (30 cm) above the ground. Horizontal frame for thimble A 45° elbow with a rodent screen may be used in place of the termination cap (or stainless steel Vent pipe termination hood).
Installation ERTICAL NSTALLATION 1. Choose a stove location that is ideal. See the section Deciding Where to Locate Your Pellet Appliance. 2. Place the unit on the hearth pad (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”...
Installation EARTH OUNT NSTALLATION Lock fireplace damper in the open position. Install positive flue connector at the fireplace dampers. Connect a Tee or a 90° degree elbow to the exhaust pipe. Install flexible stainless steel liner or listed pellet vent to the top of the chimney. ����...
OUNTED XHAUST LOWER MERIDIAN can be equipped with an externally mounted exhaust blower (PART #20-070). This optional kit will include all components necessary to install the exhaust blower on any external vertical wall surface. Choose a location for your stove that meets the requirements stated in this manual and allows installation with the least amount of interference to house framing, plumbing, wiring, etc.
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Installation XTERIOR OUNTED XHAUST LOWER NOTE: Ensure that all vent connections are installed by placing three screws evenly spaced and a small bead of high temperature silicone at each chimney connection. Also ensure that all vertical vent sections are properly supported and that all clearances to combustibles are maintained in accordance with the vent manufacturer’s specifications.
Installation HROUGH ERTICAL NSTALLATION Follow the previous pages for through wall installations. Ensure that vent pipe is properly secured to wall using wall straps. Maintain clearances to combustibles on vent pipe as well as unit. ���� ��� ���� ��������� ����� ������ ����...
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: The stove will not start.
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Troubleshooting üCheck the Exhaust Blower voltage across the blower wires (>=114v on #5 setting and >= 82v on #1 setting). – Replace the Circuit Board if the Voltage reading is less than 82v. with a line voltage >115vac. üCheck Vacuum levels in the exhaust channel by bypassing the Vacuum Switch, then remove the Vacuum hose from Vacuum Switch.
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Troubleshooting Auger light flashes but auger motor does not turn at all: üIf the Auger gear box does not turn but the motor’s armature does try to spin then the auger is jammed. – Try to break apart jam by poking at the jam through the drop tube. If this fails then empty the hopper and remove the Auger Cover **Remember to re-seal the cover after installation** The 200F ( 93C) high limit temperature sensor has tripped.
MERIDIAN Body Trim Kit - 50-670 MERIDIAN Cabinet Side Right Pewter 50-671 MERIDIAN Top Trim - Painted 50-621 MERIDIAN Body Trim Kit - Gold 50-672 MERIDIAN Top Trim - Gold 50-622 MERIDIAN Body Trim Kit - 50-673 MERIDIAN Top Trim - Pewter...
Consult an ENVIRO dealer. It is recommended than only an authorized ENVIROFIRE dealer installs an ENVIRO unit. There will be no warranty coverage on parts destroyed or burnt out as a result of a consumer installation error or defect.
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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