Quadra-Fire MTVERNON-AE-K manual

R www .quadrare.com 7034-106F August 13, 2009 MT . VERNON PELLET ST OVE ADV ANCED ENERGY (AE) O-T L T ested and Listed by Portland Oregon USA OMNI-T est Laboratories, Inc. C US Owner ’ s Manual Installation and Operation Models: MTVERNON-AE-MBK MTVERNON-AE-PMH MTVERNON-AE-CSB MTVERNON-AE-CWL T ested and approved for wood pellets, shelled el[...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R Hearth & Home T echnologies welcomes you to our tradi - tion of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality , durabil - ity , and performance. This commitment begins with our research of the market, including ‘V oice of [...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page  Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) T ABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury . • W ARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury . • CAUTION! Indicates a [...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certication E. BTU & Efciency Specications Model Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove AE Laboratory OMNI T est Laboratories, Inc. Report No. 061-S-68-6 T ype Solid Fuel Room Heater/Pellet Fuel BurningT ype Standard ASTM E1509-0, ULC [...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 5 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 2 Getting Started Marginal Location: • Below peak Location NOT recommended: • Not the highest point of the roof • Wind loading possible Multi-level Roofs Windward Leeward Recommended: Outside Air Intake on windward side NOT recommended: Outside Air Intake on leeward side Rec[...]

Page 6 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R • Installation and use of any damaged appliance. • Modication of the appliance. • Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home T echnologies. • Installation and/or use of any component part not approved by Hearth & Home T echnologies. • Operating app[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 7 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 3 Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions Figure 7.4 - Front View Figure 7.1 - T op View with T op V ent Adapter and 3 to 6 in (76-152mm) Adapter Figure 7.5 - Side View Figure 7.2 - Side View with T op V ent Adapter and 3 to 6 in (76-152mm) Offset Adapter . 9-/6 in[...]

Page 8 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R Straight Back Against Wall Inches Millimeters A Back W all to Appliance 2 51 B Side W all to Appliance 6 152 Corner Installation Inches Millimeters C W alls to Appliance 2 51 V ertical Installation Inches Millimeters D Back W all to Flue Pipe 3 76 E Side W all to Appliance 6 152 F[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 9 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 4 V ent Information A. V enting T ermination Minimum Requirements J or K X V M I H A V G B V V A B V F V C B B E L V D V Ele ctri cal Se rvic e V N V N V N N V Inside Corn er FIXED CLOSED OPEN OPEN FIXED CLOSED V X G G T ermina tion Cap Air Supply Inlet Gas Mete r Restricted Area [...]

Page 10 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R B. A voiding Smoke and Odors Negative Pressure, Shut-Down and Electrical Power Failure T o reduce the probability of back-drafting or burn-back in the pellet appliance during power failure or shut down con - ditions, it must be able to draft naturally without exhaust blower opera[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 1 1 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air available for the appliance to operate properly . It can be strongest in lower levels of the house. Causes include: • Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.) • Range hoods • Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water heat[...]

Page 1 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R E. Chimney and Exhaust Connection 1. Chimney & Connector : Use  or  inch (76-10mm) diame ter type "L" or "PL" venting system . It can be vented vertically or horizontally . 2. Mobile Home: Approved for all Listed pellet vent. If using the  in[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 1 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) G. Pipe Selection Chart Do NOT pack insulation or other combustibles between restops. • AL WA YS maintain specied clearances around venting and restop systems. • Install restops as specied. Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent pipe may [...]

Page 1 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 5 V enting Systems NOTE: • Illustrations reect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONL Y . • I llustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale. • Actual installation may vary due to individual design preference. A. Alcove Figure 14.1 *All minimums listed are[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 15 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 6 in . (15  mm) Min im u m Non -co mbu stible He arth Pa d W all Thimb le Horiz onta l T e rminatio n Cap  in. (51 mm) Minim um 6 in. (15 mm ) Minim um From Glass Straight Out B. Through The W all Horizontal termination cap must be a minimum of 6 inches. (15mm) from t[...]

Page 16 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R We recommend a minimum of 60 inches (15mm) vertical, however above the eave is preferred. All three installations are approved for mobile home installations. Must use  or  inch (76 to 10mm) “L” or “PL” Listed pellet venting or Listed double wall pipe and Qu[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 17 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Fire Risk. Inspection of Chimney: • Masonry chimney must be in good condition. • Meets minimum standard of NFP A 1 1 • Factory-built chimney must be a minimum 6 inch (15mm) UL10 HT . W ARNING F . Masonry G. Alternate Masonry Non-com bustible Hear th Pad Airtight cl[...]

Page 18 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 6 Mobile Home Installation 1. A n outsi de air inle t must be provi ded for the combu sti on air and must remain clear of leaves, debris, ice and/or snow . It must be unrestricted while the appliance is in use to prevent room air starvation which causes smoke spill age. Smoke spi[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 19 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 7 Appliance Set-Up A. Leg Leveling System Figure 19.3 - Bolt fully extended Figure 19.2 Figure 19.1 1. Thre ad Alle n bolts throu gh nuts unt il us h. Figu re 19. 1. The Allen bolts and nuts are included in the component pack inside the appliance rebox. . Slide assembled[...]

Page 0 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 3 to 3 inch (76-76mm) T op V ent Adapter 3 to 6 inch (76-152mm) T op V ent Offset Adapter 1. Put a layer of high temperature silicone on the  inch (76mm) exhaust outlet. Do not put silicone inside of pipe. Figure 20.1. . Slide the top vent adapter onto the rear exhaust ou[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 1 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) E. Optional Log Set Placement Instructions CAUTION Logs are FRAGILE. Use extreme care when handling or cleaning logs. NOTICE: Due to the abrasive nature of a pellet appliance re, the logs are not covered under warranty . Any placement vari - ation other than shown here can c[...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 1. When mounting the wall control thermostat on the wall, be sure to follow your thermostat wall control’s instal - lation instructions carefully . NO TE : Th e wa ll co nt rol t he rmo st at sh ou ld be mounted on an inside wall and not in direct line with the appliance co[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page  Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 8 Operating Instructions A. Fire Safety T o provide reasonable re safety , the following should be given serious consideration: • Install at least one smoke detector and CO monitor on each oor of your home. • Lo cat e dete ctors away fro m the heat ing appli ance an[...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R Size • Pellets are either 1/ inch or 5/16 inch (6-8mm) in diameter • Length should be no more that 1-1/ inches (8mm) • P el le t l en gt hs c a n va ry f r om l ot t o l ot f ro m t he s am e manufacturer • Due to length variations, the flame height (feed rat[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 5 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 3. Automatic or Manual Setting The automatic setting will control the heat output based on the comfort level selection. The manual setting allows you to manually control the heat output settings. See page 27, Ignition Cycles. NOTE: See the Wall Control Thermostat manual for det[...]

Page 6 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R The appliance has been designed to operate on an optional battery back-up system. If you have frequent power outages in your region, hook the appliance up to a 1 volt battery and it will automatically switch to battery power in the event of a power failure. The 1 volt pow[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 7 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 1. Start-Up Cycle During this cycle: • Igniter turns on for 90 seconds to heat up the air in the repot • C ombustion blower starts • V acuum switch comes on • Feed motor turns on adding fuel to the repot and the appliance waits for the re to start The duration [...]

Page 8 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 5. Auto-Clean Cycle The repot auto-clean system will cycle: • W hen the appliance is rst plugged in • W hen the house reaches temperature and the appliance shuts down • At prescribed intervals, depending on the type of fuel se - lected • When starting up after an [...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 9 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) READY 71 Set at: 68 12:30 PM ME NU 1. At the starting screen, press “MENU” button once or twice until “MENU” screen appears. . Highlight “FUEL TYPE” using the “UP/ DOWN” buttons to the right side of the display . Press “SELECT”. Auto/Manual/Off User Setti[...]

Page 0 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R READY 71 Set at: 74 12:30 PM HE A T OU TP UT ME NU Hold at: Medium High 1. At the starting screen, press “HEA T OUTPUT”. . Use the “UP” button to change “HEA T OUTPUT LEVEL” to ”MEDIUM-HIGH”. SETTING HEA T OUTPUT 1. Press and hold “UP” or “DOWN” but -[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 1 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) M. Frequently Asked Questions ISSUES SOLUTIONS 1. Metallic noise 1. Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to the sound pro - duced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or longevity of your app[...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 9 T roubleshooting With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualied service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the correcti[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page  Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 10 Maintaining & Servicing Y our Appliance CAUTION! SHOCK AND SMOKE HAZARD! • Proper Shutdown Procedure must be followed. • Smoke spillage into room can occur if appliance is not cool before unplugging appliance. • Risk of shock if appliance is not turned off before[...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 4. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: As needed • By: Homeowner a. Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight- tting lid. b. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible oor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials,[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 5 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Figure 35.1 - Large Clinker 5. Cleaning Firepot with Firepot Clean-Out T ool • Frequency: Softwood Pellets: Weekly or every 5 bags Hardwood Pellets: Weekly or every 3 bags Alternate Fuel: Daily or everyr 1 bag • By: Homeowner a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF and [...]

Page 6 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R c. Assemble the crevice tool from the micro cleaning kit to attach to a Shop V ac. Figure 36.1. d. Use the crevice tool to nish cleaning the heat exchanger ns. It is critical that the  exhaust exits at the back of the rebox oor (left and right) be thoroughly clea[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 7 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 8. Cleaning the Glass • Frequency: When clear view of repot becomes obscure • By: Homeowner a. Be sure the wall control screen says OFF and the appliance is allowed to cool. b . Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available cleaner . Wipe down with dry towel. Ha[...]

Page 8 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 13. Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal in Exhaust V enting System. • Frequency: Prior to each burn season and after pro - longed shut down. • By: Qualied Service T echnician/Homeowner The products of combustion will contain small particles of y ash. Th[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 9 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) E. Bafe Removal a. The appliance must be in complete shutdown, com - pletely cool and the exhaust blower off . b. Open door . c. The bafe is located at the top inside of rebox. d. Remove bafe by placing a at head screw driver into the slot of the latches located [...]

Page 0 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R F . Convection Blower Replacement Figure 40.1 Figure 40.3 Depress T ab and Snap Out Power Supply R e m o v e L e f t Side Panel D is co nn ec t Wi re H ar ne ss f ro m Bo tt om o f Bl ow er Remove 2 Screws R em ov e R ig ht Side Panel Figure 40.2 1. Follow the proper shut down [...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 1 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) H. Glass Replacement • Glass is 5mm thick high temperature heat-re - sistant ceramic glass. • DO NOT REPLACE with any other material. • Alternate material may shatter and cause injury . W ARNING a. Swing open the face and remove the door from the appliance by lifting the [...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R 1 1 Reference Materials 9. Firepot The repot is made of high quality ductile iron. The oor of the repot automatically opens for cleaning and is operated by the auto-clean repot system. The oor needs to return to a completely closed position or the appliance wil[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page  Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 17. Power Supply The power supply is located at the rear of the appliance. It converts 10 volt AC current to 15 volt DC current to power the appliance. 18. Overheat Sensor (Snap Disc) The overheat sensor is mounted on the back of the drop tube in the center of the applianc[...]

Page  7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R B. Component Locations Baffle Firep ot Ash Pan Ther mocouple an d Ther mocouple Cover Heat Exchan ge r , Fron t & Back Figure 44.1 RIGHT SIDE Combustion Blower V acuum Switch Feed Motor Overhea t Sensor Wing Nut - Secu ring Overhea t Sensor in place Power Supply Low Fu el[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 5 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) C. Exploded Drawings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 1 12 13 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 25 39 40 705-001B 7-15-09 Figure 45.1[...]

Page 6 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R Glass Size: 21 in. W x 14 in. H # 13 Door Assembly 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 # 41 Auto Clean Motor/Arm Assembly 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 # 49 Firepot Riser Assembly 50 51 52 53 54 55 57 56 58 59 60 # 61 Feed Assembly 62 63 64 65 66 67 Part number list on following pages.[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 7 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) D. Service Parts and Accessories T o order the entire assembly , order the top line part number only . T o order an individual part from an assembly , order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. HOW TO ORDER When requesting service or replacement parts for your appliance [...]

Page 8 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R T o order the entire assembly , order the top line part number only . T o order an individual part from an assembly , order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. HOW TO ORDER Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number 18 Door Latch Assembly 7034-039 19 Glass A[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 9 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) T o order the entire assembly , order the top line part number only . T o order an individual part from an assembly , order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. HOW TO ORDER Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number 48 Gasket, Auto-Clean 7034-165 Y 49 Firepo[...]

Page 50 7034-106F August 13, 2009 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) R R T o order the entire assembly , order the top line part number only . T o order an individual part from an assembly , order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. HOW TO ORDER Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number Paint T ouch-Up Matte Black 7000-304 Porcela[...]

R R R August 13, 2009 7034-106F Page 51 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) T o order the entire assembly , order the top line part number only . T o order an individual part from an assembly , order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. HOW TO ORDER Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number ACCESSORIES 1 V olt Power Cord 12VCORD-AE[...]

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R Hearth & Home T echnologies 1445 North Highway Colville, W A 991 14 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES 7034-106F August 13, 2009 Page 56 CONT ACT INFORMA TION : Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer visit our web site at www .quadrare.com This product may be covered[...]