Quadra-Fire MTVERNON-AE-MBK manual

R www .quadrafire.com 7034-106E September 1, 2008 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 fi[...]

Page 2 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 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 the Cu[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 3 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifications ...................... 4 B. Mobile Home Approved ...................... 4 C. Glass Specifications ............................ 4 D. Electrical Rating .................................. 4 E. BTU & Efficiency Spe[...]

Page 4 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 1 Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certification C. Glass Specifications E. BTU & Efficiency Specifications This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your dealer for replacement glass. This appliance i[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 5 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 2 Getting Started A . Design, Installation & Location Considerations Damaged parts could impair safe operation. Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or substitute components. 1. Appliance Location OT Check building codes prior to installation. • Installation MUST comply with loc[...]

Page 6 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Location of the appliance and chimney will affect performance. • Install through the warm airspace enclosed by the building envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially during lighting and die-down of the fire. • Penetrate the highest part of the roof. This minimizes [...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 7 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) F . Fire Safety T o provide reasonable fire safety , the following should be given serious consideration: • Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your home. • Locate smoke detector away from the heating appliance and close to the sleeping areas. • Follow the s[...]

Page 8 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 3 Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions Figure 8.4 - Front View Figure 8.1 - T op View with T op V ent Adapter and 3 to 6 in (76-152mm) Adapter Figure 8.5 - Side View Figure 8.2 - Side View with T op V ent Adapter and 3 to 6 in (76-152mm) Offset Adapter . 29-3/6 in. (741[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 9 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 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 B[...]

Page 10 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R 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 Electrical Service V N V N V N N V Inside Corner FIXED CLOSED OPEN OPEN FIXED CLOSED V X G G T ermination Cap Air Supply Inl et Gas Meter Restricted Area O P Fig[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 1 1 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) V ent surfaces get HOT , can cause burns if touched. Non-combustible shielding or guards may be required. W ARNING B. Chimney and Exhaust Connection 1. Chimney & Connector : Use 3 or 4 inch (76-102mm) diameter type "L" or "PL" venting system. It can be vent[...]

Page 12 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) The chart will help you in determining proper venting size according to the equivalent feet of pipe calculated in V ent T ermination Calculation T able and the altitude above sea level of this installation. See Figure 12.1. Locate the calculated equivalent feet of pipe on the verti[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 13 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 5 V enting Systems NOTE: • Illustrations reflect 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 13.1 *All minimums listed are to [...]

Page 14 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 6i n . (152 m m ) Minimum Non- combusti bl e Hear th P ad Wa ll Th imb le Hor izont al T er mi nati on Cap 2 i n. (51mm) Mi nimum 6 i n. (152mm) Mi nimum Fr om Glass Straight Out B. Through The W all Horizontal termination cap must be a minimum of 6 inches. (152mm) from the wall. A[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 15 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) We recommend a minimum of 60 inches (1524mm) vertical, however above the eave is preferred. All three installations are approved for mobile home installations. Must use 3 or 4 inch (76 to 102mm) “L” or “PL” Listed pellet venting or Listed double wall pipe and Quadra-Fire Ou[...]

Page 16 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Fire Risk. Inspection of Chimney: • Masonry chimney must be in good condition. • Meets minimum standard of NFP A 21 1 • Factory-built chimney must be 6 inch (152mm) UL103 HT . W ARNING F . Masonry G. Alternate Masonry Non-combustibl e Hearth Pad Airtight c lean-out door Sheat[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 17 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 6 Mobile Home Installation 1. An outside air inlet must be provided for the combustion 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 spillage. Smoke spillage can[...]

Page 18 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 7 Appliance Set-Up A. Leg Leveling System Figure 18.3 - Bolt fully extended Figure 18.2 Figure 18.1 1. Thread Allen bolts through nuts until flush. Figure 18.1. The Allen bolts and nuts are included in the component pack inside the appliance firebox. 2. Slide assembled nuts and b[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 19 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 3 to 3 inch T op V ent Adapter 3 to 6 inch T op V ent Offset Adapter 1. Put a layer of high temperature silicone on the 3 inch (76mm) exhaust outlet. Figure 19.1. 2. Slide the top vent adapter onto the rear exhaust outlet and adjust the assembly to a vertical position until the top[...]

Page 20 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R 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 fire, the logs are not covered under warranty . Any placement vari- ation other than shown here can cause [...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 21 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 1. When mounting the wall control thermostat on the wall, be sure to follow your thermostat wall control’s instal- lation instructions carefully . NOTE: The wall control thermostat should be mounted on an inside wall and not in direct line with the appliance convection air . NOTE[...]

Page 22 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 8 Operating Instructions A. Fuel Size, Material and Storage 1. Wood Pellets Wood pellets are made from sawdust or wood by-products. If the source material is hardwood, they can have a higher mineral content, creating more ash. Fuels containing bark will also have higher ash content[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 23 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) B. General Operating Information 1. W all Control Thermostat - Automatic Setting The appliance is like most modern furnaces; when the wall control thermostat calls for heat, your appliance will automatically light and deliver heat. When the room is up to temperature and the wall co[...]

Page 24 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) E. Fire Characteristics and Flame Height Adjustment A properly adjusted fire with the heat output on HIGH has an active flame pattern that extends out of the firepot approximately 8 inches (203mm). If the fire has tall flames with black tails and seems some- what lazy , the ?[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 25 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) W ARNING Fire Risk Do NOT operate appliance: • With appliance door open. • With Firepot floor open. Do NOT store fuel: • Closer than required clearances to com- bustibles to appliance. • Within space required for loading or ash removal. Fire Risk Keep combustible materials[...]

Page 26 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) H. Quick Start Guide RA Set at P MENU 1. At the starting screen, press “MENU” button once or twice until “MENU” screen appears. 2. Highlight “FUEL TYPE” using the “UP/ DOWN” buttons to the right side of the display . Press “SELECT”. A to/ an al/ ff ser Settings [...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 27 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) READ 71 Set at 74 1 30 PM HEA T OUTPUT MENU Hold at edi m igh 1. At the starting screen, press “HEA T OUTPUT”. 2. 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- ton to set desir[...]

Page 28 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) I. 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 applianc[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 29 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 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 qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective act[...]

Page 30 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 10 Maintaining & Servicing Y our Appliance Shock and Smoke Hazard • Proper Shutdown Procedure must be followed. • Smoke spillage into room can occur if appliance is not cool before unplugging. • Risk of shock if appliance not unplugged before servicing appliance. CAUTION [...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 31 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 5. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: As needed • By: Homeowner Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending fin[...]

Page 32 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 6. Cleaning Firepot with Firepot Clean-Out T ool • Frequency: Softwood Pellets: Weekly or every 5 bags Hardwood Pellets: Weekly or every 3 bags Alternate Pellets: Daily or every 1 bag • By: Homeowner a . The appliance must be in complete shutdown, completely cool and the exhaus[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 33 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) V a m o t the e ha st area Loosen all n ts t do Remove f. Removing the Combustion (Exhaust) Blower 1. The combustion blower is mounted in the bottom right rear of the appliance. Figure 33.1. 2. Use an 1 1/32 nut driver to loosen all six nuts, but do not remove. Rotate the blower an[...]

Page 34 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 9. Cleaning the Glass • Frequency: When clear view of the firepot is obscured • By: Homeowner a. Appliance must be completely cool before cleaning glass. b. Use a damp paper towel or any non-abrasive glass cleaner . Wipe off with dry towel. Handle glass assembly with care. Whe[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 35 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Pellets a k p in Feed e Firepot verfills Ash ild p in Fire o Figure 35.1 If the ash build-up exceeds the half way point in the firepot before it automatically cleans, then the firepot is not being cleaned often enough. Another symptom is if clinkers are adhering to the sides of t[...]

Page 36 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) F . Convection Blower Replacement Figure 36.1 Figure 36.3 epress a and Snap t Po er S ppl Remove Left Side Panel Disconnect Wire Harness from Bottom of Blower Remove Screws Remove Right Side Panel Figure 36.2 1. Follow the proper shut down procedures as outlined on page 30, Section[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 37 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 door [...]

Page 38 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 11 Reference Materials 9. Firepot The firepot is made of high quality ductile iron. The floor of the firepot automatically opens for cleaning and is operated by the auto-clean firepot system. The floor needs to return to a completely closed position or the appliance will not o[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 39 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) 17. Power Supply The power supply is located at the rear of the appliance. It converts 120 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 appliance and ha[...]

Page 40 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) B. Component Locations Baf fle Firepot Ash Pa n Thermocouple and Thermocouple C over Heat Ex changer , Fr ont & Ba ck Figure 40.1 RIGH T S IDE Combustion Blow er V ac uum Switch Feed Motor Overheat Sensor Wing N ut - Securing Overheat Sensor i n place Power Supply Low Fuel Indi[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 41 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Figure 41.1 - Door , Glass & Door Latch Assembly Figure 41.2 - Firepot, Igniter & Auto-Clean System C. Exploded Drawings 6 2 3 4 5 1 7 32 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Au to-C le an M oto r Arm As se mbl ed Glass Size: 21 in. w x 14 in. h[...]

Page 42 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Figure 42.1 Item Description Item Description Item Description 35 Ash Lip 49 Exhaust T ransition 63 Shroud, Left 36 Door , Cast, Right 50 Gasket, Blower , Convection 64 T op, Cast 37 Door Assembly 51 Detent Pin 3/16 65 Side Mount, Left 38 Ash Pan Assembly 52 Blower , Convection 66 [...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 43 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) IMPORT ANT : THIS IS DA TED INFORMA TION. The most current information is located on the Quadra- Fire web site at www .quadrafire.com . When ordering, supply serial and model numbers to ensure correct service parts. D. Service Parts and Accessories Item No. Accessories Part No. 12[...]

Page 44 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Item No. Service Parts Part No. 42 Bracket, Latch Assembly 7034-014 Bracket, Overheat Sensor (Snap Disc) 7034-150 Bracket, V acuum Switch 7034-21 1 18 Clip, Half, for Auto Clean System 7000-321 14 Clip, Hitch Pin 3/32, Qty: 10 7000-374/10 71 Clip, Receiver , Black 704-832 Clip, Wir[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 45 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Item No. Service Parts Part No. 24 Gasket, Auto-Clean 7034-165 50 Gasket, Blower , Convection 7000-329 Gasket, Blower , Combustion, goes between blower housing and stove SRV7000-332 Gasket, Blower , Combustion, goes between blower housing and motor SRV7000-423 Gasket, Exhaust 7034-[...]

Page 46 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Appliances Part No. Mt. V ernon AE, Matte Black MTVERNON-AE-MBK Mt. V ernon, AE Porcelain, Mahogany MTVERNON-AE-PMH Mt. V ernon, AE, Powder Coat, Sienna Bronze MTVERNON-AE-CSB Mt. V ernon, AE, Powder Coat, Willow MTVERNON-AE-CWL Item No. Service Parts Part No. 57 Sensor , Overheat [...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 47 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Date of Service Performed By Description of Service E. Service And Maintenance Log[...]

Page 48 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) Date of Service Performed By Description of Service E. Service And Maintenance Log (Cont’d)[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 49 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) F . Homeowner ’ s Notes[...]

Page 50 7034-106E September 1, 2008 R Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE) G. Warranty Policy Hearth & Home T echnologies LIMITED W ARRANTY Hearth & Home T echnologies (“HHT”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized HHT dealer and installed in the U[...]

R September 1, 2008 7034-106E Page 51 Mt. V ernon Pellet Stove (AE)  HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to damages resulting from: (1) installation, operation or main- tenance of the appliance not in accordance with the installation instructions; operating instructions and the listing agent identification label furnished wit[...]

R Hearth & Home T echnologies 1445 North Highway Colville, W A 991 14 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES 7034-106E September 1, 2008 Page 52 OT T O T O : 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 .quadrafire.com This product may be covered by one o[...]