Installation, Operating and Maintenance

Instructions
No. 100 Bixby Biomass-fired Room Heater

WARNING! Please read this entire manual before installation and use of the Bixby
Biomass-fired Room Heater. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property
damage, bodily injury or even death. Contact local building officials, fire officials or the
authority having jurisdiction about restrictions, permits and installation inspection
requirements in your area. Save these instructions for future reference!

P/N 200530
Revision A
Table of Contents:
Page
Safety Label ..................................................................................................................................3
Specifications ................................................................................................................................4
Planning the Installation ...............................................................................................................5
Performing the Installation ...........................................................................................................5
Venting Installation and Instructions ............................................................................................6
Biomass Fuels ..............................................................................................................................10
Operating Instructions..................................................................................................................10
Flashing Indicator Light System..................................................................................................11
Maintenance and Cleaning Instructions.......................................................................................13
Troubleshooting Procedures.........................................................................................................16
Wiring Diagram ...........................................................................................................................18
Warranty Information...................................................................................................................19
Warranty Registration Card.......................................................................................................Insert
 Serial #

Room Heater (Model #100)

Corn, wood or biomass pellet burning room heater. (Also for use in mobile homes)

C Rogers, MN 55374
Tested to: ASTM E1509, ULC C1482
Serial No.
Install and use only in accordance with
manufacturerís installation and operating
instructions. Contact local building officials,
fire officials, or the authority having
jurisdiction about restrictions, permits, and
inspection requirements in your area.
Refer to manufacturerís instructions and
local codes for precautions required for
passing chimney through a combustible
wall or ceiling. Inspect and clean vent
system frequently in accordance with
manufacturerís instructions.
Do not install a flue damper in the exhaust
venting system of this unit. Do not connect
this unit to a chimney serving another
appliance.
Install vent at clearances specified by the
vent manufacturer.
For use with only corn kernels, wood pellet
fuel or pelletized biomass.
Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials
Manufactured By
Bixby Energy Systems, Inc.
14295 James Road
763-428-1806
763-428-7903 Fax Number
www.bixbyenergy.com
Electrical Rating:
115 VAC, 60 HZ, Start 6.0 AMPS,
Run 2.0 AMPS
Route power cord away from unit.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock.
Disconnect power supply before servicing.
Input Rating: 4.4lb/hr wood pellets.
To start, press the unit's "ON" button, and
the stove will light automatically.
To shut down, press the unit's "OFF"
button, and the stove enters a cool down
period, and then shuts down completely.
For further instructions and thermostat
operation, refer to the owner's manual.
Keep viewing door and ash removal drawer
tightly closed during operation.
Only use the ëBIXBYî 3î inside diameter
and 5î outside diameter dual pipe direct
vent system.

B
A/B C
D 3" 3"
B C B (78mm) (78mm)

B B
6" (150mm)
A

Alcove Installation Clearances

Freestanding Installation Clearances (Rear Vent Only)
A B C D
10.5 in/267mm 2 in/50mm 2 in/50mm 12 in/305mm
Use a non-combustible floor protector extending under unit 3î/76mm to each side of unit (or less if
installed at closer clearances) and 6î/150mm in front of stove door.
Alcove Dimensions (Rear Vent Only):
Minimum Height - 42" (1065mm), Minimum Width - 32" (815mm), Maximum Depth - 24" (610mm)
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency
Exempt from EPA certification under 40 CFR 60.531.
See owner's manual for particulate information.
Date of Manufacture
2002 2003 2004 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.

200740 (IGN)

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Specifications:
Fuel: Multi-fuel System:
"BIXBY" certified shelled corn
Wood Pellets
"BIXBY" certified Blue or Green Biomass pellets

Input Rating: 4.4 Lb./Hr. Wood Pellets

5.5 Lb./Hr. Shelled Corn

Heating Area: Varies depending upon floor plan, heat loss, geographic location, heater
venting configuration and climate.

Installation: Install in accordance with "BIXBY" instructions and local building codes.
(see 5 thru 9)

Shipping Weight: 380 pounds

Electrical: 120 VAC, 60 HZ., 15 amp Service

Dimensions: Height = 33'' (838 mm)

Width = 28'' (711 mm)
Depth = 30'' (762 mm)

Fuel Hopper Capacity: 2.4 cu. ft. (106 lbs. shelled corn)

The Bixby Model #100 Room heater was emissions tested by Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc. of
Beaverton, Oregon. The tests were conducted per the USA Environmental Protection Agency
test methods 28A and 5G for particulate emissions. The Bixby Model #100 is qualified to be
exempt under 40 CFR 60.531, therefore the results have not been submitted for certification.
The results are as follows:

Category 1 (low burn) 2.3 grams per hour (.081 ounces)

Category 2 (medium low burn) 2.0 grams per hour (.070 ounces)
Category 3 (medium high burn) 2.42 grams per hour (.085 ounces)
Category 4 (high burn) 2.21 grams per hour (.077 ounces)

Overall weighted average 2.25 grams per hour (.079 ounces)

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Planning the Installation:
The Bixby Energy Systems No. 100 unit is intended for use in buildings, manufactured homes or for
mobile home installation (see page 6 for mobile home installation instructions). CAUTION: The Bixby
Room Heater should not be installed at a location where it could come in contact with curtains,
drapes, walls, carpeting or other combustible surfaces. The Bixby Room Heater must not be
installed in a sleeping room. When choosing a location, proximity to an electrical outlet and the best
location for the venting outlet and its connecting piping should be considered. CAUTION: This Bixby
Room Heater must be installed only by an authorized dealer, and/or by individuals who are tech-
nically qualified and versed in any local codes or regulations that may apply to installation and
application of heating equipment of this type. Clearances specified in this manual are minimum
and any reduction must be approved by the regulatory authority.

When the Bixby Accessory Stove Mat is to be used, place it at the desired location. To assure safe
operation, it is absolutely essential that a floor protective device of metal or other non-combustible
material be in place beneath the Bixby Room Heater. Note drawing below to determine dimen-
sions from the edge of the heater.

Non-combustible floor protector extending under

unit 3" (76mm) to each side of unit (or less if
installed at closer clearances) and 6" (152 mm) in
front of stove door.

G G G = 3"(76mm)
H = 6"(152mm)
H

Performing the Installation:

The unit is shipped completely assembled. It is enclosed in protective packaging material, and attached
to a shipping pallet. A shop cart or other suitable material handling device (minimum capacity of 350
lbs.) will be needed to transport the Bixby Room Heater to its desired location. To bring the Bixby
Room Heater into the room chosen, a door opening of at least 2' 8''/79.80cm will be needed.
Appropriate tools will be needed to connect the venting pipes and fittings, as well as a hole-cutting
device for venting the piping to the outside. Venting materials (specifically intended for pellet or bio-
mass application) are available from Bixby Energy Systems, Inc. See owners manual and vent
manufacturer instructions for installing the venting components.

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Performing the installation (Contíd):

IMPORTANT: Proper material handling equipment must be available to safely transport and position the
Bixby Room Heater.

1. Remove the protecting packaging, using appropriate tools, and detach the unit from
its shipping pallet.

2. Using a suitable transporting device, move the unit to the desired location, centering it on the Bixby Accessory
Stove Mat or an alternate protective plate. Care should be taken not to mar the Stove Mat, we suggest placing pro-
tective material under the Bixby Room Heater when positioning it.

3. Level the unit by adjusting the height of its legs. Leveling the unit is required to maintain consistency of the burn.
Mobile Home Installation
WARNING; DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
CAUTION; The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, walls and ceiling/roof must be
maintained (ie Do not cut through floor joists, wall studs, ceiling trusses, etc.)
1. A Bixby direct-vent system must be used to provide an outside air inlet for combustion air and must be unrestricted.
2. The stove must be secured to the mobile home by bolting it to the floor (using lag bolts).
3. The stove must be grounded with #8 copper grounding wire or equivalent, terminated at each end with an NEC
approved grounding device.
4. Refer to pages 7 and 8 for typical horizontal or vertical mobile home venting installation.
5. Refer to clearances to combustibles section on pages 7 and 8 for distances to combustibles and appropriate chimney
systems.
6. Seal all wall and floor inlets to prevent air or moisture penetration. Check periodically to ensure inlet is free of
obstruction, such as snow and ice.
7. Installation should be in accordance with the Manufactured Home and safety Standard (HUD), CFR 3280, Part 24.

Venting Installation and Instructions:

Instructions provided by the venting materials manufacturer should be followed, and all local codes and fire regula-
tions and ordinances must be observed. INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES BETWEEN VENT PIPING AND
COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES AS SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER. See the vent manufacturerís
instructions supplied with the venting material, or consult vent manufacturerís website.

The No. 0100 is designed for use with "BIXBY" direct-vent system or 3'' (76mm) diameter type "L" or "PL"
venting system for the chimney and its connector. CAUTION: Type B gas vent, dryer vent, aluminum or
PVC (plastic) piping must not be used for venting the Bixby Room Heater under any circumstances!

CAUTION: DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS
UNIT. DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.

The Bixby Room Heater may be vented either vertically or with a horizontal direct vent. Join pipes together with at
least three sheet metal screws spaced around the circumference. Secure the pipes to the starter collar on the
back panel of the Bixby Room Heater in the same fashion. All 3'' dia. inside joints must be sealed with high
temperature (500°F/260°C) silicone sealant, (consult the following illustrations). Consult installation instructions
provided with the unit for further instructions.

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Vent outlet considerations:
Where passage through a wall, or partition of combustible construction is desired, the installation shall
conform to CAN/CSA-B365.

The vent must not connect to any air distribution duct or system, or exhaust into an enclosed or semi-
enclosed area, but directly to the outside. Termination in a garage, attic, crawl space or other location in
which fumes can build up must be avoided. The installation with the vent extending vertically through
the roof of the building must have the proper termination cap installed.

In a horizontal venting application, if the vent terminates near ground level, be sure it exhausts at least
12'' (305mm) from the ground surface, and not near a combustible surface, grass, plants or shrubs. The
exposed surface at this distance must be rock, dirt, concrete, etc. The termination point must be at least
2' (610mm) from any combustible material (nearby structures, fences, roof overhangs, shrubs, etc.). It
also must exit at least 7' (2.1m) from any walkway; 2' (.61 m) from any adjacent building; not less than
3' (.91m) above any forced air inlet located within 10' (3m); and not less than 4' (1.2m) below, 4' (1.2m)
horizontally from or 1' (304mm) above any door, window or air inlet into any building. The horizontal
venting system must have the proper termination cap installed.

NOTE: It is recommended that a carbon monoxide detector be installed to ensure protection from the
hazards of carbon monoxide. It is also recommended that a smoke detector be installed for early warn-
ing in case of fire.
Venting System Installation Options:

Horizontal (Straight)

2"(51mm)
minimum

Wall thimble

Horizontal Horizontal (45 Degree)

cap

12"(105mm)
minimum

Wall thimble
12''(305mm)
minimum 2"(51mm)
minimum

Insulating hearth pad

12"(305mm)
minimum
Optional
direction

2"(51mm)
minimum

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 Vertical Vertical (Through Wall)
Rain Cap
Flashing
Flashing Rain Cap
24" Minimum
(609 mm)
24" Minimum
(609 mm) Keep Attic
Keep Attic Insulation Away
Insulation Away From Pipe
From Pipe

Wall Thimble Wall Thimble

2"
Min.
(51 mm) 2"
Min.
(51 mm)

Support Bracket
6" Min. Every 4 Feet (1219 mm)
(152 mm) 6" Min.
(152 mm) Wall Thimble
Elbow

Elbow

8 1/2" Min.
Non Combustible Hearth Pad (216 mm)
Non Combustible Hearth Pad

Masonry Masonry (Alternate)

Fireclay flue liner Fireclay flue liner

Concrete cap with airspace Concrete cap with airspace

Flashing

1" (25mm) clearance

with firestop 1" (25mm) clearance
1" (25mm) clearance with firestop 1" (25mm) clearance
2" (51mm) minimum 2" (51mm) minimum

6" Min. 6" Min.

(152 mm) (152 mm)
Sheathing Sheathing

Airtight
cleanout door
Airtight
cleanout door
Non-combustible hearth pad Non-combustible hearth pad

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 Freestanding Installation Clearance

12" Min.
(305mm)

2" Min. 2" Min.

(51 mm) (51 mm)

10 1/2"
(267 mm)

2" Min. 2" Min.

(51 mm) (51 mm)

Installation in an Alcove
ALCOVE CLEARANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
(Rear vent installation only)
(1066 mm)
42" MIN.

2" MIN.
(51 mm)
SIDES & REAR

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Fuel for the Bixby Biomass-fired Room Heater:
It is strongly recommended that only Dry Shelled Corn, Wood Pellets, or Bixby Certified Corn or Biomass Pellet
Fuel be used in this stove. When using Dry Shelled Corn, it is better to use as clean a corn as possible with
moisture level around 14% or less. Use Wood Pellets made for use in Pellet stoves.The desirable properties of this fuel are
listed on its bag. Bixby Certified Corn & Bixby Certified Biomass Fuel Pellets are available from your Authorized
Bixby Dealer.

Caution should be used in using unclean or high moisture corn. Corn that is unclean can produce undesirable
deposits and excessive ash in your stove and heating efficiency can be dramatically affected. Corn of more than
14% could generate mold as well.Use of unsuitable fuel may harm the Bixby Room Heater and could void its
warranty.

The Bixby Model 100 Room Heater is specifically designed for Dry Shelled Corn, Wood Pellets, Bixby
Certified Corn & Bixby Certified Biomass Fuel Pellets (Up to 8,700 BTU's per pound). High-grade wood
pellets may be used, but cleaning of Bixby Room Heater and venting components may be required more frequently
due to excess ash resulting from fuel contamination from pitch and other impurities in the wood.

CAUTION: Do not burn garbage, or flammable fluids such as gasoline, naptha or engine oil in your Bixby
Room heater. Store any fuel away from your heater.

Operation of the Bixby Room Heater:

NOTE: It is recommended that all plated surfaces of the Bixby Room heater be cleaned with a mild glass
cleaner before initial startup.
1. Open the Fuel Hopper Door on the top of the Bixby Room Heater and fill the hopper with Bixby Certified
Corn or Biomass Pellet Fuel, or an approved alternative. The capacity of the fuel hopper is approximately
100 lbs.

CAUTION: Operate the Bixby Room Heater only with the Fuel Hopper Door closed. Failure to do so
may result in emission of products of combustion from the Fuel Hopper under certain conditions. Do not
overfill or extend this hopper.

2.Plug in the Bixby Room Heaterís grounded, 3-prong power cord. A grounded 115 volt, 60 Hz, 15
amp power supply is required. Do not use extension cords. The furnished power cord must be
plugged directly into a suitable outlet. Route power cord away from the Bixby Room Heater.
NOTE: Use of a surge protector is recommended but not required for heater operation.

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Flashing Indicator Light System
The 8 heat level indicator lights on the Bixby Heater are also designed to act as potential problem indicators.
Whenever one of these lights begins to flash, consult the chart below for reason and recommended solution.

Light #1 Power failure during stove operation: Push the "Off" button and then the "On" button to restart.
Light #2 Operating temperature not reached: Push the "Off" button and then the "On" button to restart.
Hopper out of fuel.
Light #3 Exhaust system or hopper area is overheating: Contact your Bixby Dealer.
Light #4 Stove door is ajar or exhaust fan not functioning: Make sure the door is tightly
closed. Contact your Bixby Dealer if problem continues.
Light #5 Ash bin drawer is ajar: Make sure the ash drawer is tightly closed.
Light #6 Igniter failure: See operating instructions for manual ignition. Contact your Bixby
Dealer for service.
Light #7 Upper fire pot mechanical malfunction: Push the "Off" button and then the "On" button to restart.
Light #8 Lower fire pot mechanical malfunction: Push the "Off" button and then the "On" button to restart.

Note: A quick ash dump and restart can be selected during the cool down period or when any flashing lights appear
by pressing the "Off" button and then the "On" button. This does not apply for exhaust or over temperature LED#3.

Operation of the Bixby Room Heater (Cont'd):

3. Manual Operation: Press the "On" button on the Control Panel, and press the up/down arrows to adjust the
Comfort Control to bring heat output to the desired level (the "Up" arrow increases the heat output, the "Down"
arrow decreases it). The first time the Bixby Room heater is used, or in cases when fuel in the hopper has been
completely expended, sufficient fuel may not have been supplied to allow the unit to start properly. If this happens,
press the "On" button to restart the unit after fuel begins feeding into pot.
3a. Optional Thermostat Operation: This option is not provided directly from the factory, but can be purchased from
your dealer or the Bixby website. All installation and operation instructions will be supplied with the thermostat.
3b. Manual Igniting Information: To manually ignite the Bixby Heater, press the "On" button on the control panel
and open the burner door. Fuel will start feeding for approximately 2 minutes. Ignite the fuel in the burn pot with a
torch and maintain a flame for approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Shut the burner door and verify that the flame is
sustained. Wood pellets and starter gel may help if there is difficulty in manual starting.

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Operation of the Bixby Room Heater (Contíd):
4. Normally, the fuel will ignite within three minutes, and full flame stability will be achieved within twenty
minutes. Heat production will then begin to reach the desired comfort level. If ignition does not take
placewithin this time and there is fuel in the burning area, press the "Off" button and then the "On" button
to restart the unit.

CAUTION: FRONT SURFACES OF THE BIXBY ROOM HEATER WILL BE HOT

WHEN THE UNIT IS IN OPERATION. DO NOT TOUCH, AND KEEP CHILDREN
AND CLOTHING AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. KEEP FUR-
NISHINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS AT LEAST 2 FT. (610mm)
DISTANCE AWAY FROM THE BIXBY ROOM HEATER.

5. To shut down the Bixby Room heater, press the "Off" switch on the control panel, and allow three to four
minutes for flame-out to occur. Convection Blower will continue to run until cool-down period is reached.
All circuits will automatically shut down after approximately 10 minutes.
6. Power Outages: If there is a momentary (less than 10 second) loss of power, your heater will return to the set
heating level. If the power is interrupted for longer than 10 seconds, you will have to restart your unit after the
power is restored.
7. Ash Drawer: Opening the ash drawer during heater operation will disable the dump process.
8. Burner Door: Opening the burner door will cause a vacuum failure. The unit will go directly into a shut-down
mode after approximately 1 minute.

CAUTION: Never use highly-volatile fuels such as gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal
lighter fluid, wood starter gel or similar substances in the Bixby Room Heater. Keep all such liquids well
away from the Bixby Room Heater when it is in use. Use of such fuels could cause over-firing and will void
the unitís warranty.

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Maintenance and Cleaning Procedures:
With the use of Bixby Certified Corn or Biomass Pellet Fuel, the frequency of cleaning is minimized, and should
be required only once a month under normal conditions. Clinkers and hard-to-remove deposits will be minimized
when approved fuel is used. A cleaning brush is included with the Bixby Room Heater for periodic cleaning.

CAUTION: Always be sure to unplug the Bixby Room Heater from its power source and allow it to cool
before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Components requiring periodic cleaning:

1. Fire Pot/Burner: This device is powered by two electric motors. The automatic operation serves to eject the
ash/deposits from the Fire Pot. The sidewalls of the fire pot should be scraped monthly, to remove deposits.

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Maintenance and Cleaning Procedures (Contíd):
2. Heat Exchanger Tubes. There are two banks of Heat Exchanger Tubes, both of which are equipped with a
cleaning lever. These levers are reached by opening the fire box door. The levers are located on each side of
the fuel chute. To clean, pull the lever straight up approximately 4'' (101mm). Move the lever up and down a
couple of times.

Frequency of Cleaning the Heat Exchanger: To assure optimum heating efficiency, clean the Heat Exchanger
at least once a month, or more frequently if needed. Open the fire box door and remove the screws holding the
Heat Exchanger Covers in place, then remove the covers. Brush down loose ash and vacuum out the fire box.

Cleaning Levers

3. Igniter Port: To assure maximum ignition efficiency, clean the igniter opening on the bottom of the lower pot
during normal cleaning schedule.
Note: Electrical elements are within 1/2'' of the edge of the igniter port. DO NOT DAMAGE the elements
with the cleaning device.

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Maintenance and Cleaning Procedures (Contíd):
4. Ash Drawer: This container should be emptied as needed. With the Bixby Room Heater simply pull the Ash
Drawer out and empty its contents. CAUTION: Drawer and contents may be hot. 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 final
disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be
retained in the closed container until all cinders have been thoroughly cooled.

5. Soot and Fly ash Formation and Need for Removal. 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 the flue gases.
Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during start-up, shutdown or incorrect operation of any heater will lead
to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system. Inspect the exhaust venting system at
least yearly, cleaning as required. Use only an approved ash vacuum for this purpose.

6. Exhaust Fan: CAUTION: Unplug the Room Heater from its power source before cleaning the impeller
To access this component, remove fasteners, open Right Side Door, and remove inspection covers. Using the
furnished brush and a vacuum, clean the impeller. This cleaning should be performed at least once a year.

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Troubleshooting Procedures:

When experiencing a malfunction, please read through the following list of possible problems to determine
which of them most closely approximates the trouble you are encountering. This will reduce troubleshooting time
and effort.
Adjusting the fuel rate and exhaust fan speed trim pots (located behind the left side panel) will solve most
start-up and run problems.

CAUTION: Always be sure to unplug electrical connection to Bixby Room Heater before any service
procedures are performed.

Problem Possible Cause/Remedy

1. No response when A. Check the 120 volt power supply circuit for
Room Heater is plugged in. adequate voltage.
B. Check breakers and reset if necessary.

2. No fire or fuel in combustion A. Check to assure that there is fuel in the

Area of Room Heater. hopper.
B. Check to assure that the fuel feeder chute is
not blocked by fines or "bridging" of fuel
pellets or kernels.
C. Push the "Off" button and then the "On" button
to attempt a new startup.
D. Door or ash drawer ajar.

3. No fire, but partially- burned A. Check bottom of Fire Pot for built-up ash or
fuel in the combustion area. deposits and remove.
B. Push the "Off" button and then the "On" button
to attempt a new startup.

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Troubleshooting Procedures (Contíd):
4.Fire fails to start.
5.Fire starts but shuts down
after approximately 12 minutes.
6. Dark yellow flame, slow start-up
or excessive smoke present.
7.Smoke from convection air outlet.
8. Excessive volume of fire, build-up
of ash and dirty glass.
A. Be sure enough fuel is in the Burner. Fuel should
cover the bottom to a level of approximately 1/4''.
B. Check bottom of Fire Pot for built-up ash
or deposits and remove.
C. Check for flashing light #6.
D. Push the "Off" button on the Control Panel.
Wait three minutes and push the "On"
button to attempt a new startup.
E. Check the igniter reset button located on
the back panel.
A. Check Feeder Chute to be sure fuel is
feeding.
B. If feeder stops after 12 minutes,
Electronics may be faulty; contact your
dealer for service.
A. Check for spent fuel or too much fuel
clogging bottom of Fire Pot.
B. Check exhaust flue fan to be sure it
is operating. If not, check connections.
C. Check vent pipe for blockage of exhaust
gasses and incoming combustion air.
A. Immediately shut down unit, ventilate
the area and contact your dealer.
A. Burner may require cleaning
B. The venting system or Heat Exchanger
may need to be cleaned.
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Wiring Diagram:

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