Vulcan-Hart Home Heaters User's Manual
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1. 15 THROUGH THE WALL DIRECT INSTALLATION 16 VERTICAL INSTALLATIONS 17 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 18 OPERATION LIGHTING A FIRE 19 THE ACUTRON CONTROLS 20 SHUTTING THE STOVE OFF 21 ACUTRON WALL THERMOSTAT OPTIONAL 22 INITIAL BURN SETUP 23 PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT TIPS 24 PELLETS PELLET QUALITY 25 PELLET CONSUMPTION 25 FACTORS EFFECTING PELLET FEED RATES 25 FINE TUNING THE PELLET FEED RATES 25 ASH and CLINKERS 26 FINES Sissin aiiai a 26 PFI PELLET STANDARDS 26 MAINTENANCE REQUI2. VENTING DISTANCE VENT INSTALLATION Termination must exhaust above the air inlet elevation and parallel or above the exhaust output of the Q pellet appliance Itis recommended that at least 3 of vertical pipe be installed to create some natural draft This is to help prevent the possibility of smoke or odor during the appliance shut down Q Horizontal sections must have a 74 rise every 12 of travel after 3 long Pellet Vent connections must be sealed with Hl Temp RTV Silicone and or screwed together with at Q least 3 x 3 8 long stainless steel screws Seal each vent section by injecting a liberal amount of HI TEMP RTV silicone sealant into the gap Copyright 2005 11 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries Copyright 2005 Canadian Comfort ndustries 12 Owner s M anual OUTSIDE AIR Outside air is REQUIRED ON ALL MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS Outside air is strongly recommended for all other installations Failure to install intake air may result in improper combustion as well as the unit smoking during power failures Metal pipe ONLY either solid or flexible must be used in all outside air installations B NOTE Non metallic material MUST NOT BE USED for outside air installations A wind shield C over the termination of the outside air pipe or a 90 degree elbow or bend directed away from the prevailing winds MUST be used when an outside air pipe is installed through the
3. Quick Connect Mounting Plate Gasket Exhaust End PL Pipe Adaptor PL Vent Length PL Wall Thimble PL End Cap Combustion Air Inlet Metal Fresh Air Pipe Fresh Air Intake Cap c rommogour NOTE Some horizontal through the wall installations may require a Clean Out Tee and a minimum 3 vertical rise of pipe inside or outside the building to help draft the stove This is required if a proper burn cannot be maintained after the stove has been tested and the airflow set This is due to backpressure in the exhaust caused by the airflow around the house Copyright 2005 16 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort Industries FREESTANDING INSTALLATION continued VERTICAL INSTALLATIONS Figures 19 24 Your stove may be installed using many different vertical designs Follow the same basic steps in locating your stove attaching the exhaust system and outside air intake to your stove as described in THROUGH THE WALL DIRECT INSTALLATION and the PL vent manufacturer s procedures for installing through a wall ceiling eve and roof COMMON but not inclusive VERTICAL INSTALLATION DESIGNS ARE Q VERTICAL THROUGH THE CEILING through another room or space or attic then through the roof terminating with a rain cap Figure 19 VERTICAL UP TO AN EXISTING CLASS A CHIMNEY OR MASONRY CHIMNEY An appropriately Q sized adapter will be needed when connecting onto either a Class A or into a masonry chimney NOTE The connection
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5. Install the gasket B and Quick Connect exhaust end C to your stove to the Quick Connect mounting plate Use the 4 x 7 16 nuts supplied and secure tightly Place a bead of RTV silicone around the end collar of the Quick Connect of your stove s exhaust C Firmly push the PL vent pipe adaptor J into the bead of RTV silicone Note If 4 PL vent is required use an 3 to 4 Pipe Adaptor Increaser J on the stove exhaust pipe Connect the length of PL vent E that is in the thimble F onto the pipe adaptor D Fasten together with at least three sheet metal screws approx 3 8 in length Place a bead of RTV silicone around the connection Place your stove in its final position on the pad Place another bead of RTV silicone around the PL vent E and the inside of the wall thimble THE WALL to stop cold air drafts lt a On the outside of the building place an exhaust cap G or a 45 degree PL type elbow G onto the end of the horizontal PL vent E ra ERE Optionally place a rodent screen cap G may be required in some locals on the end of the elbow G Secure all connections using 3 sheet metal t screws and run a bead of RTV silicone around all connections and around 10 gt the PL vent pipe and the outside of the wall thimble Note The end of the exhaust pipe must extend a minimum of 12 from the outside of the building
6. 120 Ib hopper 55 Ib hopper 1s 40 80 hours 35 22 hours 1 50 to 3 00 Ibs Per hour 2 35 48 hours 22 12 hours 2 50 to 3 50 Ibs Per hour 3 27 35hours 12 15 hours 3 50 to 4 50 Ibs Per hour 4 22 30 hours 10 14 hours 4 00 to 5 50 Ibs Per hour Fuel flow and burn times quoted are approximate And may vary with type of fuel used FACTORS EFFECTING PELLET FEED RATES Generally the smaller harder and cleaner free from fines the pellets are the faster they will feed at a given setting and visa versa The extremes in pellet size and quality can cause several hours difference in burning time for a 40 pound bag of pellets Heat production is directly related to the pounds of fuel burned per hour As fuel consumption goes down so will heat output and visa versa Pellet feed rate at the same fuel settings may vary greatly from brand to brand and may vary somewhat from batch to batch within the same brand FINE TUNING THE PELLET FEED RATES If the fire goes out at the LO 1 setting the pellets being used may not be feeding fast enough Likewise if the fire is too high i e burning fuel at the LO 1 setting the pellets being used may be feeding too fast The fuel feed rate for each setting may be increased or decreased somewhat to accommodate different pellets NOTE Fine tuning the feed rates beyond the fuel settings provided involves technical adjustments that you may wish to have performed by
7. CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 SAFETY TESTING 5 HOW YOUR VULCAN V SERIES STOVE WORKS 6 AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES 7 SPECIFICATIONS 8 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PLANNING amp CHECK LISTS 9 INSTALLATION OPTIONS 10 EXHAUST SYSTEMS 11 SIZING 11 TERMINATION 12 CLEARANCES 12 OUTSIDE AIR 13 FREESTANDING INSTALLATION STOVE PLACEMENT 14 FLOOR PROTECTION 14 CLEARANCES 14 ALCOVE
8. Comfort ndustries Owner s M anual APPENDIX C Wall Thermostat option ACUIRON Ile CONTROL INSTALLATION NOTE Always Disconnect Power Before Performing the Thermostat Installation A 24 volt wall thermostat and 25 feet of 18 gage thermostat wire is included in your heaters accessory package It is recommended that the thermostat and thermostat wire be installed by an authorized VULCAN V Series dealer Tools Needed VY Hex Nutsetter amp Driver Wirestripper Smaller size Flat Head Screwdriver Installation Steps Follow the thermostat manufactures installation procedures for the Heating Thermostats 1 Unplug stove power cord from the wall outlet 2 To gain access to the inside of the stove remove the six x 74 hex screws from the slotted back access panel 3 Unscrew the control board from the side of the heater 2 x hex screws 4 Locate the thermostat terminal block marked T STAT INPUT found on the back of the board see figure 31 5 Besure to run the thermostat wires through one of the slots of the rear access panel before connecting the wires 6 Connect the two wires from your thermostat to the terminals one per terminal Ensure the wires are firmly connected 7 Connect the two wires at your wall thermostat to their terminals Ensure these are firmly connected 8 Remove the black two prong jumper see figure 32 located on the front left hand side near the bottom corner and reconnect
9. NUMBER Acu Tron Wall Thermostat Kit Can ACWTKTC Includes Thermostat module wall thermostat and 25 18 gauge bell wire Celsius Acu Tron Wall Thermostat Kit USA ACWTKTF Includes Thermostat module wall thermostat and 25 18 gauge bell wire Fahrenheit Small View Shop Door Assembly Black AHDRBAS large pin Large View Door Assembly Black ACDRBAS Large View Door Assembly Gold Trim ACDRGAS Fresh Air Kit M F ACFAKT3 3 x 2 alum duct hood and 2 gear clamps Fresh Air Kit Basement ACFAKT10 10 x 2 alum duct hood and 2 gear clamps 300 Watt Auto Ilgniter Assembly AHIGNAS Log Set Handcrafted 1pc Stainless Steel ACLOGCL1 Wall Thermostat Canadian version ACWTC Wall Thermostat USA version ACWTF Copyright 2005 33 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries APPENDIX B REPLACEMENT PARTS Assembly Packages Auger Motor ACAMTRAS includes 1 2 1 RPM Gear Motor 1 Auger Motor Bracket w screws Auger Shaft ACAUSHAS incudels shaft and flighting includes 1 Draft Induction Fan 1 Aluminum Adapter w screws 1 1 8 Fibreglass includes 1 Centrifugal Blower 1 1 8 Fibreglass Paper Gasket Saas includes 1 300 watt Ceramic Igniter 1 igniter Tube Assembly iT ee ee EE Body Panels o Right Side CC SRPanel MHSRP pU Control Panels Complete pee CCI100 Start Button Fuel Feed AHC100CAS CCIAT Acutron Digital Board ACC
10. To qualify for this extended warranty the unit must be installed by a Dansons Certified Installer and the Pre Delivery amp Install Check List form must be filled out and received at Canadian Comfort Industries Fax 1 780 960 0430 or online at www dansons com support There is no written or implied performance warranty on VULCAN V Series home and shop heaters as the manufacturer has no control over the installation operations cleaning maintenance or the type of fuel burned This limited warranty will not apply if your stove has not been installed operated cleaned and maintained in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Burning other than quality wood pellets may void the warranty The warranty does not cover damage or breakage due to misuse improper handling or modifications Your purchase must be registered with CANADIAN COMFORT INDUSTRIES INC This can be done online at www dansons com support All claims under this limited warranty must be made through the dealer where your heater was purchased If an inspection by the dealer indicates that a limited warranty claim is justified and all conditions of this limited warranty have been met the manufacturer s total responsibilities and liabilities shall be to repair or replace at the manufacturer s option the defective part s All costs of removal shipment to and from the dealer or manufacturer any losses during shipment and reinstallation and any other losses du
11. an Authorized VULCAN V Series Dealer There may be a service charge for these adjustments ASH and CLINKERS Ash is a by product of all pellets Clinkers may be produced from some pellets and not from others High quality pellets will produce less ash and fewer clinkers than lower quality pellets ASH is a natural product of burning wood As the amount of ash in the wood increases the amount of ash left after burning high ash wood pellets will increase Copyright 2005 25 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort Industries ASH AND CLINKERS _ CONTINUED CLINKERS are those solid glassy or porous accumulations that may result from burning some types of wood pellets Clinkers are formed in the bottom of the burn grate and if left undisturbed will accumulate and shut off the combustion air As clinkers grow and shut off combustion air the fire becomes orange brown and lazy Pellets may build up in the burn grate The firebox and window becomes sooty Exhaust gases may become smoky VULCAN V Series heaters come complete with the Super Grate burn grate This grate reduces the amount of clinkers formed by lower quality pellets If ashes are quickly blown out of the grate they cannot easily stay in one spot heat up to the melting point and fuse into a clinker Clinkers form when pellets are of such poor quality their ashes contain minerals that easily melt under high firebox temperatures are not blown out of the grate and stay there until large
12. brisk that it carries pellets out as well known as Pop corning Normally you should find that the damper will need to be closed two thirds to three quarters but will vary with length of vent run pellet quality and elevation The best way to set this is at the FUEL SETTING 4 START FEED RATE When you are pleased with the burn and how the appliance is operating you are now ready to set the board up at LOW setting Set FUEL RATE to 1 or LOW setting Again let this burn for 7 Kk approx 10 minutes before making any adjustments The AUGER CYCLE indicator should be OFF for approx 9 14 seconds Decrease Increase between auger turnings light ON If Pop corning is taking place FEREN FNS ES at this setting adjust the COMBUSTION FAN SPEED COMBUSTION FAN SPEED Draft In a few instances because of prevailing conditions pertinent to your specific installation or even different batches of pellet fuel the COMBUSTION FAN SPEED may be adjusted to increase or decrease the amount of air moving through the grate for the cleanest burn Fan speed can be adjusted by adjusting the FAN trim pod COUNTER CLOCKWISE to INCREASE the speed and CLOCKWISE to DECREASE the speed of the combustion fan Af dA wT ww 1 4 FUEL RATE Fuel rate at the Lowest number 1 and highest number 4 settings can be changed by adjusting the 1 or 4 TRIM PODS located on the control panel To INCREASE fuel rate turn trimmer COUNTER CLOCKWISE and
13. cleaner on any part of your stove Polish the hopper to remove the oil type coating used in manufacturing The high temp stove paint used on your stove may take several hours of burning at a high fuel setting to fully cure During this time an odor which is not harmful may be evident The area around the stove should be well ventilated Review and follow the Lighting and Controls Instructions Fill the hopper with quality pellets to prime the unit Using the CCI AcuTron figure 5 PUSH the FEED RATE Touch Pad and this will start the auger and the combustion fan NOTE Do not attempt to light a fire at this time Leave the START FEED RATE ON for 2 to 5 minutes until pellets start dropping into the burn grate Then touch the OFF pad to turn off system The auger is now primed to deliver fuel to the burn grate figure 6 Then light the stove according to the directions outlined in LIGHTING YOUR STOVE Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries INSTALLATION OPTIONS READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR VULCAN V Series HOME amp SHOP HEATER FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH See specific Installation details for clearances and other installation requirements The two VULCAN V Series products are the HE 55 VULCAN V Series 130 figure 1 and the HE 120 VULCAN V Series 150 figure 2 The V 130 and V 150 produc
14. it to only one of the posts see figure 33 9 Reinstall the control board and the slotted rear access panels 10 Plug in the stove and you are ready to operate with your thermostat FEED RATE 4 FAN SPEED AONO TOC NO AOLO CYCLE TES 1 O TIO ets START FAN FEED RATE SPEED ie ee E uL O OFF Y i ue ed ee n LiT To START Press START 50 0 80 90 Set FEED RATE to 1 or 2 CIO START STOVE PREGE i To Turn OFF Press OFF S Sai score ar aa it y Can be usad with optional NEL EREIEIS UM EE J i M s anua FAN T5 on Li i z Pa detailed instructions Fine Tune Adjustments T Um Ly x figure 31 figure 32 figure 33 figure 34 IMPORTANT IF THE WALL THERMOSTAT PROVIDED IS NOT USED THE JUMPER IS REQUIRED FOR THE STOVE TO OPERATE IN MANUAL MODE SEE FIGURE 32 Copyright 2005 35 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries Appendix D Hopper Clean Out Drop Chute You would have found this along with your Owner s Manual video and inspection card This can have two purposes he main one is to be an attachment to the side of the hopper to help with cleaning out the hopper The second purpose would be used as a dust pan for your shop Keep this separate till needed Purpose Should you find in necessary to remove the pellets from your hopper for any reason this handy attachment will save time and a lot of effort Tools Needed 4 Hex Nut setter amp Driver or Flat Head Screwdriver Pail
15. pellets from the LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE HEATER burn grate and repeat step 2 If stove fails to WHILE IT IS IN USE ignite a second time disconnect and contact your dealer 3 Light the fire starter and slowly close the MAIN DOOR leaving it about 1 inch open When the 3 Adjust the FUEL RATE and the FAN SPEED pellets are burning close and latch the main door If to your desired settings you require upon the fire goes out when the main door is closed add completion of startup sequence more fire starter re light the fire and leave the main door open an inch or so until the pellets start to burn then close and latch the main door 4 Adjust the FUEL RATE and the FAN SPEED to your desired settings you require upon completion of startup sequence NOTE If the fire does not start your stove will continue to feed pellets and the fans will run for approximately 15 minutes The stove will then automatically shut off If this happens some unburned pellets will build up in the burn grate To restart the fire clean the excess pellets out of the burn grate and follow the above Lighting a Fire NOTE Some odors may be given off a new stove during the initial few hours of burning while the stove and the paint are being cured These odors are not harmful However ventilating the room until the odors disappear is strongly recommended CAUTION Never use liquid or volatile fire starters to start a fire in your stove Do not install o
16. side of a building Keep the outside air pipe termination at least 1 foot away from the exhaust system termination When outside air is taken from an existing chimney the exhaust system must not terminate in the same chimney The outside air pipe on your stove is 2 OD The outside air connecting pipe must be at least 2 ID Q The outside air connecting pipe must be as short and free of elbows as possible and must fit over A not inside the outside air pipe on your stove Through The Wall Kits Include 3 FOOT PACKAGE PART ACFAKTO3 10 FOOT PACKAGE PART ACFAKT10 1 2 Galvanized Hood c w screen 1 2 Galvanized Hood c w screen 1 2 Aluminum Flex Duct 1 2 Aluminum Flex Duct compressed 15 length extends to 30 36 compressed 4 length extends to 120 2 2 Worm Gear Clamps 2 2 Worm Gear Clamps NOTE Available from your local Authorized Dealer or Dansons Group Inc 1 877 303 3134 f N N A y lt P d QA fS Figure 11 l fe FANS Vin NN i XT p hene 3 x A i d N 4 Copyright 2005 13 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries FREESTANDING INSTALLATION HEATER PLACEMENT Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within or can swing within i e drapes doors 36 of the heater If the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7 it must follow the
17. speed when needed automatically ON OFF Option Flashing 1 amp 2 To activate the thermostat to the ON OFF feature press and HOLD the OFF touch pad If the FEED numbers 3 amp 4 flash together you will need to push and hold the OFF touch pad a second time The numbers 1 amp 2 will flash together to indicate that this is the cycle you are in You can now select the HIGH heat output level 2 3 or 4 by pushing the START touch pad you can also select the FAN setting you desire The stove will now go through its normal start up cycle Once completed the appliance is now in the ON OFF mode The thermostat should be set for the desired room temperature If the room temperature drops below the level on the thermostat the stove will automatically begin the start up cycle as explained in the manual operation section Once the start up cycle is completed the stove run on the pre selected HIGH number 2 3 or4 setting till the temperature is reached For optimum heat transfer the FAN setting should be set at LOW or MEDIUM The appliance will run the FAN at HIGH speed when needed automatically When the desired room temperature is reached the stove will automatically go into the shut down cycle The pellet feed will stop and the blowers will continue for a controlled time allowing safe shut down of your heater When the temperature in the room drops to the level set at the thermostat the stove will again begin the start up cycle and resum
18. the fine tune trim pots located on the control panel To raise fuel feed turn trim pot counter clockwise and to lower turn clockwise To assist in knowing what the change is you should note the amount of time the light on the AUGER CYCLE LED stays OFF Note The light stays on when ever the fuel feed motor AUGER CYCLE is running Lengthening the time this LED stays OFF lowers the fuel feed and shortening the off time increases the fuel feed COMBUSTION FAN SPEED FAN In a few instances because of prevailing conditions pertinent to your specific installation or even different batches of pellet fuel the COMBUSTION FAN SPEED may be adjusted to raise or lower the amount of air moving through the grate for the cleanest burn The FAN speed can be adjusted by adjusting the FAN trim pot COUNTER CLOCKWISE to INCREASE the speed and CLOCKWISE to DECREASE the speed of the combustion fan Note If you attempt to adjust the Fuel Feed Trim Pots use a small precision screwdriver The Trim Pots do not make a full rotation If using a metal screwdriver be gentle as the plastic trim pot slot can be damaged or stripped FAN SPEED Convection or heating The FAN SPEED controls the speed of the room air fan This fan blows room air through the heat EM Stele exchange tubes and back into the room The FAN SPEED has 5 different speeds these are HI f controlled by pushing the FAN SPEED touch pad The Low LED will be solid when on the lowest fan speed th
19. this into the fly ash then rub down the glass This works like a charm Do not use abrasive chemical cleaners DO NOT OPERATE STOVE WITH BROKEN GLASS AS LEAKAGE OF FLUE GASES MAY RESULT Copyright 2005 27 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort Industries CLEANING YOUR SUPER GRATE INSERTING REMOVING amp ADJUSTING THE BURN GRATE The burn grate top D must fit and seal firmly on the upper lips of the burn box A An improper seal will allow incoming combustion air to escape not passing up through the burn grate thus reducing the amount of combustion air in the area needed to efficiently burn pellets A Burn Box Combustion air is brought into the backside B and through the burn grate bottom back and i front Check periodically for fly ash build up B SUPER GRATE Stainless steel construction slotted bottom and air holes on front and back Slotted hole for Igniter air flow C Adjustment Tab Used to fine tune and level burn grate D Super Grate Upper Lip Adjust the burn grate top so that the burn grate top sits firmly on the top of the burn box and level Removal of burn grate top 1 Lift upward while sliding lip out from under lip of slide 2 Then pull out toward outside of burn box 3 Installation is reverse of this Lit Grasp the burn grate adjustment tab with a pair of pliers and bend it slightly to left or right and re install into burn box until its length allows the burn g
20. will shut the stove off when the exhaust temperature drops below 120deg F 2 Upon starting the appliance the AcuTron control board has a 15 minute Lighting Mode if the stove exhaust does not reach 120deg F in that 15 minutes the stove will shut off As soon as the stove exhaust does reach 120deg F the limit switch opens and the AcuTron enters a 5 minute Safety Delay mode F140 FAN LIMIT SWITCH Your pellet appliance has a convection EU fan control limit switch The room air High Limit L250 fan s F140 temperature limit snap E switch automatically sets the fan on high when your stove is producing heat faster than the fan is carrying it into the room This may occur when the heat control CUT IU E1208 j lever is set at 3 or 4 and the FAN ml dM Ps SPEED is set to a very low or off setting Ba A wen A After the fan runs at this automatic high lis 7 setting a few minutes it may cycle back n A 1 to its lower setting and may continue to M CHEM a 77 EIE Combustion Fan cycle between HIGH and your selected Y q WEZ AMENS L mu setting The circulation room air fan Pair intake d me EN c Gi cycling from high to low is a normal a a tiny z E g t F140 condition as well as a safety feature of your appliance To compensate for the fan cycling adjust the FAN SPEED to a higher setting L250 HIGH LIMIT SWITCH Your pellet appliance has a high temperature limit switch installed If the t
21. ATCAS ee ee Door Assembly Door c w neo ceramic glass Small View Black AHDASBD Door c w neo ceramic glass Large View Black ACDABD Door c w neo ceramic glass Large View Brass Trim ACDABTD Gaskets ea I Neo Ceramic plain Large View AGNCGP Neo Ceramic plain Small View ee Neo Ceramic Large View etched Cheap Charlie logo AGNCGE ean SINE Grates Grate Super Grate ACSLGR Kits S o times igniter board electrical switches and grate electrical igniter board and grate draft guage volt meter test board for SB and ATBoards E I MM Knobs amp Handles Aa a NNNM Switches o Eo MEME TimerBlocks a as EMNUMEI Wire Wire Harness CCISB Main Assembly with igniter ACSBMNWH Wire Harness CCISB Control Box Assembly ACSBCPWH Wire Harness CCIAT Main Assembly with igniter ACATMNWH Prong Plug Power Cord w ends ACPWCDAS Wall Thermostat Kit Complete Assembly CCIAT Control Board Thermostat Module ACWTKTAC 25 18 2 bell wire wall thermostat white deg C CCIAT Control Board Thermostat Module ACWTKTAF 25 18 2 bell wire wall thermostat almond deg F Wall Thermostat Kit Add on Thermostat Module wire wall thermostat white Deg C ACWTKTC hermostat Module wire wall thermostat white Deg F ACWTKTF SEE YOUR VULCAN V Series DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL INFO Copyright 2005 34 Canadian
22. F touch pad The FUEL RATE LED will turn off The AUGER CYCLE LED will turn off The auger will stop feeding fuel to the fire and the FAN speed LED will flash indicating that the appliance is in the Shut Down mode The fire will go out and the fans will continue to run until your stove cools down at which time the fans will automatically shut off and NO LED s will remain ON Copyright 2005 21 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries ACUIRON Il lllconmo Wall Thermostat option OPERATION Your pellet appliance is capable of running in an automatic mode with the use of the optional Wall Thermostat Add On Kit The AcuTron will then give you a choice ON FEED RATE OFF on Demand or LOW HIGH The ON OFF mode automatically turns the 4 heater On and will Shut Off on demand The LOW HIGH mode will keep your heater FAN SPEED active and cycle between 1 LOW setting and your selected HIGH setting JORO In most circumstances the BEST operation and recommended under thermostat 2 TEO APE control is the LOW HIGH cycle CYCLE Upon Start Up in thermostat mode the default running mode will be the LOW TO HIGH mode Flashing 3 amp 4 START EAN When operating in either mode should your unit run out of pellet fuel it will automatically aay SPEED go through the normal SHUT DOWN cycle After completing the SHUT DOWN cycle the appliance will try to restart one time only before shutting of
23. Fine Tune Adjustments To START Press START When the START FEED RATE is ON the AUGER CYCLE LED will turn on when Set FEED RATE to 1 or 2 the auger is active When the OFF touch pad is pushed OFF the auger motor will To Turn OFF Press OFF 4 Gan be used with optional Wall Thermostat not run fuel stops feeding and the fire will die See Owner s manuel The FEED RATE works in a synchronized manner setting both the fuel rate and for detailed instructions combustion air at the same time When fuel is increased by setting the FEED RATE higher combustion air is automatically increased and visa versa HOW THE BOARD WORKS INITIAL START OR SET UP MANUAL OR NON THERMOSTAT MODE Upon initial start up the control will feed automatically at the 1 feed rate Press the START touch pad Convection heating fan will start and the FAN LED will be solid on LOW setting The 300 watt Auto Igniter will begin to glow and the IGNITER LED will be solid The AUGER CYCLE LED will go solid for 3 seconds indicating signal is being sent to the auger motor The Combustion exhaust fan will start and operate at full speed for 60 seconds then adjust downward to match feed rate 1 Press FEED RATE touch pad to select desired heat output that you require upon completion of ignition sequence NOTE If you do not press the FEED RATE touch pad the stove will continue to run at FEED RATE 1 and the LED will continue to flash at a fast rate When t
24. RED CLEANING 27 INSERTING REMOVING AND ADJUSTING THE BURN GRATE 28 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 29 TROUBLE SHOOTING 31 LIMITED WARRANTY 32 APPENDIX A VULCAN V SERIES OPTIONS 33 APPENDIX B VULCAN V SERIES ACCESSORIES 34 APPENDIX C AcuTron WALL THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION 35 APPENDIX D HOPPER CLEAN OUT DROP CHUTE 36 SERVICE LOG c c cr c oc c r c o 37 Copyright 2005 3 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT Read save and follow the instructions in this manual It contains important Safety Operating and Maintenance instructions you will need e BEFORE installing or having the pellet appliance installed contact the local building officials to obtain the necessary permits and information on any installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area and notify your insurance company you have installed a pellet appliance e This unit must be properly installed to prevent the possibility of a house
25. bottle cleaner to reach up and down to scrape the build up off the metal areas BURN GRATE Periodically remove and clean your grate In particular it is advisable to clean out the Q holes to remove any build up that may prevent air from moving through grate freely If grate has become plugged with hard residue from burning lower quality fuel you may need to use a sharp awl or drill bit to open holes back to their original size BURN POT This is the pot where the pellets are burned in the grate When removing your grate for Q cleaning check the burn pot area for ash build up Some ash will fall through the grate holes and build up under the grate This needs to be cleaned out to prevent lack of air flow through the burn grate DOOR GASKET Inspect the main door gasket periodically The main door may be removed to have frayed broken or compacted gaskets replaced by your Authorized VULCAN F22 Dealer FAN MOTORS Clean the in take on CONVECTION ROOM AIR fan as well as the air holes on a the motors of both COMBUSTION and CONVECTION fans annually Disassemble the COMBUSTION AIR FAN and clean out the internal fan blades as part of your fall start up FRESH AIR INTAKE Inspect periodically to be sure that it is not clogged with any foreign materials A plugged screen will restrict or shut off combustion air and cause a fire to die or burn poorly GOLD BRASS NICKEL PEWTER TRIM CLEANING Use a damp cloth to clean your Q doo
26. e LOW amp MED will both be solid when the next highest speed is selected and so on When the FEED RATE is set to a higher position the FAN SPEED should be set higher and visa versa When the FEED RATE is set at 3 OR 4 set the FAN SPEED to MED HIGH If you forget the room air fan s L140 temperature limit snap switch automatically sets the fan on high when your stove is producing heat faster than the fan is carrying it into the room This may occur when the heat control LOW O Q lever is set at 3 or 4 and the FAN SPEED is set to a very low or off setting After the fan runs at this automatic high setting a few minutes it may cycle back to its lower setting and may continue to cycle MED o AUGER CYCLE between HIGH and your selected setting The circulation room air fan cycling from high to low is a normal condition as well as a safety feature of your appliance B SS EM AUGER CYCLE The AUGER CYCLE LED indicates when a electrical signal is being sent to the auger motor It is OFF NOT used to indicate the actual movement of the auger When the signal is being sent the LED will be solid for 3 seconds When the LED is off no signal is being sent SHUTTING THE STOVE OFF Note DO NOT UNPLUG your stove if there is a fire going or if the stove is still active This could result in smoke coming back into the room Remember the EXHAUST FAN is needed to force the exhaust out of the stove On the CCI AcuTron Board firmly touch the OF
27. e ash Open the bottom of the T to dump the ash then vacuum as much of the ash out of the vent pipe as possible 3 or 4 inch chimney brushes are available for chimney cleaning If the exhaust system has a screen on it frequently clean the screen A plugged screen will shut off combustion air and cause a fire to die or burn poorly PAINTED SURFACES Painted surfaces may be wiped down with a damp cloth If scratches appear or Q you wish to renew your paint contact your Dealer to obtain a can of Satin Black Stove Bright paint Tip use a hair dryer to warm the surface prior to touching up the paint this helps to reduce paint runs Note Do not use any other brand than Stove Bright as they may not be compatible FALL START UP Prior to lighting the first fire check the outside area around the exhaust and air intake systems for obstructions Clean the screens on the exhaust system and the outside air intake pipe Turn all controls on to make sure they are working prior to lighting the first fire Clean and remove fly ash from exhaust venting Your local Authorized Dealer should have 3 and 4 chimney brushes available This is also a good time to give the entire stove a good cleaning throughout SPRING SHUTDOWN COLD STOVE AND COLD ASHES ONLY After the last burn in the spring Q remove pellets from the hopper and the auger Scoop out the pellets then run the auger until the hopper is empty and pellets stop flowing Vacuum out the hop
28. e automatic operation The Feed Rate numbers 1 amp 2 will flash while the appliance is in the OFF part of this mode to give you a visual indication that the appliance is still active and in the ON OFF cycle Copyright 2005 22 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries INITIAL APPLIANCE BURN SETUP IT IS CRITICAL FOR THE CORRECT OPERATION OF YOUR STOVE THAT THE BURN GRATE AIR INLET DAMPER COMBUSTION FAN SPEED AND 1 amp 4 FUEL RATE BE SET CORRECTLY A HIGH QUALITY FIRE should burn with a brisk yellow flame A flame exhibiting a lazy orange or sooty characteristic is a poor quality and inefficient flame A poor flame produces less heat increases sooting and may cause a smoky exhaust If a poor flame exists for any period of time clean your stove and exhaust system Note if log option is purchased do not install until initial setup is complete FEED RATE START APPLIANCE AS PER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS let stove run for approx 10 minutes before turning the stove to the 4 setting or High to begin to make fine adjustments AUGER CYCLE indicator should be lit ON for 3 seconds and OFF for 3 5 seconds Adjust the AIR INLET DAMPER This will have to be set as the factory sends all units out with the damper wide open to accommodate a wide range of installations and elevations AIR INLET DAMPER Slide open or close damper as needed to obtain a fire that is brisk enough to carry ash out of the grate but not so
29. e to your stove being removed shall be covered by the owner of the stove NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR THE SUPPLIERS TO THE PURCHASER ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY LEGAL OR OTHERWISE FOR THE INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE TO THE PROPERTY OR PERSONS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT ANY WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS SHALL BE LIMITED TO ONE 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE WHETHER A CLAIM IS MADE AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER BASED ON THE BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BY LAW MANUFAC TURER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER IN EXCESS OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS PRODUCT ALL WARRANTIES BY MANUFACTURER ARE SET FORTH HEREIN AND NO CLAIM SHALL BE MADE AGAINST MANUFACTURER ON ANY ORAL WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations of implied warranties so the limitations or exclusions set forth in this limited warranty may not apply to you This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Copyright 2005 32 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries APPENDIX A OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CONTACT YOUR VULCAN V Series DEALER FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ORDER PRODUCT PART
30. emperature at the back of the firebox reaches approximately 250deg F the switch will shut off the electricity going to the Vacuum Switch and to the Auger Motor The auger will automatically stop and the appliance will shut down when the exhaust temperature cools 120deg F If this happens call your dealer or Dansons Customer Service 1 866 456 9269 IT IS IMPORTANT TO FIND THE REASON WHY THE UNIT OVERHEATED VACUUM SWITCH This safety device mounted on the back panel pillar detects vacuum in the exhaust system firebox and air intake If the exhaust blower fails the vent pipe becomes plugged the viewing door is open or if you are out of pellets this switch will sense that there is a lack of vacuum and will stop the auger from continuing to feed pellets If the power does go out the pellet appliance will stop running When the power comes back on the stove will not restart if the switch is in the manual mode If the exhaust temperature is above 120deg F or the switch is in the manual position the stove will start to feed pellets again and may re light itself NOTE If power outages are a concern you may wish to purchase a back up generator system For further information contact your local Specialty Retailer Certified HVAC Service Depot or Dansons Group Inc Customer Service Department at 1 866 456 9269 Copyright 2005 7 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries SPECIFICATIONS HEATING SPECIFICATIONS Approx Heat
31. f completely till you refill the IGNITER OQ OFF hopper and reactivate the FUEL FEED pad uu MM WEE TO CHANGE BETWEEN THE TWO MODES Sa hap iR nt 1 4 Press and hold the OFF touch pad firmly for 3 to 5 seconds when the FEED RATE Can be used with optional LED s 3 and 4 flash together this indicates the thermostat will run in the HIGH LOW Na erate cycle When the 1 and 2 LED s flash together this indicates the ON OFF cycle has for detailed instructions been chosen HIGH LOW CYCLE Option Flashing 3 amp 4 Once this mode has been selected you simply press the START touch pad to activate the stove You can now select the HIGH heat output level 2 3 or 4 by pushing the START FEED RATE touch pad you can also select the FAN setting you desire When you have selected your high level and fan speeds the LED s will continue to flash The appliance will automatically start at the 1 feed rate until the Start up procedure is complete The LOW number 1 or selected High 2 3 or 4 Feed Rate indicator light will light up depending on if the thermostat is calling for heat or not When the desired room temperature is reached the stove will automatically go into the low heat 1 cycle When the temperature in the room drops to the level set at the thermostat the stove will again cycle to the HIGH 2 3 or 4 preselected setting For optimum heat transfer the FAN setting should be set at LOW or MEDIUM The appliance will run the FAN at HIGH
32. fire The instructions and local building codes requirements must be strictly adhered to Do not use makeshift methods or material that may compromise the installation e When the pellet appliance is installed in a mobile home the heater must be bolted to the floor have outside air and MUST NOT BE INSTALLED IN THE BEDROOM Per H U D requirements Check with local building officials e NEVER try to repair or replace any part of the heater unless instructions for consumer are given in this manual or instructed by Dansons Customer Service Department A trained technician should do all other work e Educate all children of the danger of a high temperature heater Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the heater e This heater is designed and approved for pelletized wood fuel only Any other type of fuel burned in this heater will void the warranty and safety listing Keep foreign objects out of the hopper e NEVER use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this appliance Keep all such liquids well away from the appliance while it is in use e This heater must be connected to a standard 115 V 60 Hz grounded electrical outlet A grounded surge protection unit is recommended e Do not use an adapter plug or sever the grounding prong on the electrical plug e Do not route the electrical cord underneath in front of or over
33. gh the open vents of the unit The viewing door and ash pan must be closed and latched during operation e The pellet appliance exhaust system works with negative combustion chamber pressure and a positive chimney pressure therefore the exhaust system must be completely airtight and properly installed All exhaust system vent joints must be sealed gas tight with HI TEMP RTV silicone sealant and or at least 3 sheet metal screws per joint and to the heater also e Your heater requires periodic maintenance and cleaning Refer to Routine Cleaning section of the manual Failure to maintain your heater may lead to smoke spillage in your home e Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing any maintenance Pushing OFF Touch Pad does not disconnect all power to the heater e BEFORE carrying out any maintenance or cleaning allow the heater to cool Ashes must be disposed in a metal container with a tight lid and placed on a non combustible surface or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal e he exhaust system should be checked twice a year minimum for any build up of soot or creosote Do not touch the hot surfaces of the heater Note Canadian Comfort Industries grants no warranty implied or stated for the installation or maintenance of your heater and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage s SAFETY TESTING In accordance with the procedures and spec
34. he FEED RATE LED is flashing at a FAST rate this indicates that the LOW LIMIT L120 is closed This means the unit has not reached operating temperature When the FEED RATE LED is flashing at a SLOW rate this indicates that the LOW LIMIT L120 is open This means the control board has entered a 5 minute Safety Delay mode After the 5 minute Safety Delay is complete GNITER and INGNITER LED will turn off FEED RATE LED will become solid and the appliance will feed fuel at your selected heat output RE START MANUAL OR NON THERMOSTAT MODE The AcuTron II or Ill board does have limited memory To restart your appliance push the START touch pad The appliance will automatically go through it normal start up then return to the FEED and FAN setting you used prior to turning off the board and appliance the last time of use Copyright 2005 20 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries THE CONTROLS CONTINUED TRIM POTS Fine Tune Adjustments Factory Settings The COMBUSTION FAN FAN HI 4 and LO 1 FEED RATE trim pots have been preset at the factory but may need to be adjusted onsite after your installation is complete Due to different installation setups length and size of venting and pellet fuel quality the preset from the factory will not always be correct These settings will accommodate virtually all wood pellet fuels FUEL FEED rates at the Lowest number 1 and highest number 4 settings can be adjusted by adjusting
35. ifications listed in UL1482 1998 amp ASTM E 1509 95 and ULC S627 00 and ULC S628 M93 for solid fuel room heater the Canadian Comfort Industries pellet stove has been independently tested and listed by I T S an accredited testing laboratory to UL ULC and CSA standards It is tested and listed for residential installation according to current national and local building codes as e A Freestanding Room Heater e Ahearth insert when installed into a masonry or factory built fireplace e AMobile Home Heater The Safety Listing Label is located on the rear inspection panel for model CC1 CC2 and CC3 Please read the label carefully It contains important information about installation and operation of your pellet appliance Note that your STOVE S serial number is located on the safety label Your appliance serial number is preceded by a WH example WH 00000 Copyright 2005 5 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries FEED RATE FAN SPEED START FEED RATE IGNITER To START Press START Set FEED RATE to 1 or 2 To Turn OFF Press OFF Can be used with optional Wall Thermostat See Owner s Manual for detailed instructions Fine Tune Adjustments Copyright 2005 6 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES L120 LOW LIMIT SWITCH This limit switch is mounted on the exhaust blower housing and has 2 main functions 1 Should the fire happen to go out for any reason this limit switch
36. ing capacity Sq Feet 800 2 000 sq ft Approx Fuel burn rate per hour 1 75 5 5 lbs per hour Hopper Capacity VULCAN V Series V130 55 pounds Hopper Capacity VULCAN V Series V15O 120 pounds 1 Heating capacity will vary depending on floor plan layout of your home degree of insulation and the outside temperature Fuel size quality density and moisture level will also have an effect 11 Pellet size may affect the actual rate of fuel feed and burn times Fuel feed rates may vary by as much as 20 Use PFI listed fuel for best results DIMENSIONS ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Rating 115 Volts 60 HZ 2 0 Amps Watts operational 175 approximately Watts optional igniter 475 approximately A voltage surge protector or ground fault outlet is required for this unit The warranty on the circuit board Will be voided if surge protection is notinstalled before operating this unit FUEL CONSIDERATION Your VULCAN V Series shop and home heater is designed to burn pellets that comply with Association of Pellet Fuel Industries standards Minirnmum of 40lbs density per cubic ft 4 to 5 16 diameter length no greater than 1 5 not less than 8 200 BTU s Ib moisture under 8 by weight ash under 1 by weight and salt under 300 parts per million Pellets that are soft contain excessive amounts of loose sawdust have been or are wet produce clinkers and or heavy ash will res lt in red
37. into a masonry chimney must be airtight Figures 20 21 and 23 Q HORIZONTAL OUT THE WALL THEN VERTICAL to a minimum of 5 feet into a 90 degree elbow and terminating with a 45 degree elbow pointed downward Figure 22 amp HORIZONTAL OUT THE WALL THEN VERTICAL THROUGH THE EVES then the roof terminating with a rain cap Figure 24 TH HHHHHHE HH HHHH pipii THA HEH SH HEH pesesewesemeeewesevereeeeecee M 4 P9 D gt E a p d i a COCO IE PX XOXO Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Copyright 2005 17 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL STOVE IN SLEEPING ROOM THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR CEILING ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED Your VULCAN V Series stove has been tested and listed for mobile home installation It may be installed in a mobile home as a Free Standing Stove or a Hearth Stove see detailed install and clearance requirements in these sections as they imply there In addition to all previously detailed installation requirements mobile home installations must meet the following requirements Q Permanently bolt your stove to the floor A figure 26 Electrically ground your stove or the pedestal to the steel frame of the home Use a number 8 gauge copper wire B figure 26 or equivalent Q The s
38. m Ash Content Premium Quality 596 by weight maximum 3 per 40 of pellets Standard Quality 2 5 by weight maximum 1 per 40 of pellets Check with your Authorized VULCAN V Series Dealer on the quality of pellets in your local area and for information on what can be expected from the various local brands NOTE Since Dansons Group Inc or Canadian Comfort Industries has no control over the quality of pellets that you use we assume no liability caused by the quality of wood pellets used Copyright 2005 26 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort Industries REQUIRED ROUTINE CLEANING Proper care of your VULCAN V Series pellet shop and home heater is required for peak sustained performance The need for and frequency of cleaning depends on the amount of pellets burned pellet quality length of time since last cleaning and the quality of the fire While becoming acquainted with your new stove and the types of local pellets inspect your BURN GRATE BURN POT HEAT TUBES ASH PIT and WINDOW daily and clean until a pattern of cleaning requirement is determined As heating demands increase the need for stove and exhaust system cleaning and ash removal will increase WARNING Disconnect the electrical cord prior to opening the sides of your stove or opening the exhaust system for any inspection cleaning maintenance or service work NEVER perform any inspection cleaning maintenance or service on a HOT STOVE or when the elect
39. operation of your stove 2 Initial Burn Setup of the stove is the most important step to ensure the efficient and satisfactory operation of your appliance for many years to come company to company from load to load and occasionally from bag to bag 4 Be extra diligent in your cleaning program o Remember that most operational dilemmas with a pellet stove are usually traced back to Improper installation poor quality pellets and or a lack of timely cleaning With just a minimum of daily care your VULCAN V SERIES pellet appliance will provide years of clean efficient comfortable and environmentally sound heating 3 Know the quality and characteristics of the pellets you burn Pellets can vary greatly from Thank you for selecting a VULCAN V SERIES wood pellet appliance Sincerely Canadian Comfort Industries amp Dansons Group Inc UPDATES and REGISTRATION Up to date additions product information product registration and warranty extension registration can be found on our website www dansons com support COPYRIGHT NOTICE Copyright 2005 Canadian Comfort Industries All rights reserved No part of this manual may be copied transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system in any form or by any means without the expressed written permission of Canadian Comfort Industries 26319 Twp Rd 531 Acheson AB Canada T7X 5A3 Canadian Comfort Industries V05 2 VULCAN V SERIES OWNERS MANUAL Copyright 2005 TABLE OF
40. or START touch pad 1 Push firmly on the FEED RATE or START The COMBUSTION FAN exhaust will start and touch pad The COMBUSTION FAN exhaust will start operate at full soeed for 60 seconds then adjust and operate at full soeed for 60 seconds then downward to match feed rate 1 The CONVECTION FAN heating will start and the adjust downward to match feed rate 1 LED will go solid on LOW setting The CONVECTION FAN heating will start The AUGER CYCLE LED will go solid for 3 seconds and the LED will go solid on LOW setting The AUGER CYCLE LED will go solid for 3 indicating signal being sent to auger motor seconds indicating signal being sent to auger 2 Place a small amount of a solid fuel fire starter such motor as those made from sawdust and wax or use wood The IGNITER LED will light up solid and the shavings in the bottom of the burn grate 300 watt igniter will begin to operate Add a small handful of pellets to the starter material Add a small amount of fire starter over the pellets 2 Ona primed AUGER system pellets will begin to fall into the BURN GRATE and the AUTO CAUTION DO NOT USE ANY FLAMMABLE SELF IGNITER will automatically ignite the LIQUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE GASOLINE TYPE pellets in approx 3 5 min LANTERN FUEL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START Note If stoves fails to light within 15 minutes OR FRESHEN UP THE FIRE KEEP ALL SUCH shut off the stove remove the
41. or bin How to Install 1 Unplug the appliance power cord from the wall outlet 2 To gain access to the inside of the appliance remove the 74 hex screws from the LEFT HAND SIDE PANEL looking from the front of the heater These are located on the back left hand side corner of the appliance 3 Remove the panel simply by sliding it back toward the exhaust 4 Remove the 2 hex screws labeled A amp B 5 Install the Hopper Drop Chute re installing the screws 6 Remove the 5 74 hex screws from the side hopper access panel Number 1 5 see picture 7 Loosen the 6 screw but leave it attached This now allows the access panel to act as a door Place a catch pail under the drop chute Raise and lower the access panel as needed 10 When finished cleaning out as many pellets as possible re install the 5 screws remove the drop chute replace the 2 screws and then install the side panel Copyright 2005 36 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries N c CC CanadianComfortIndustries 3 Dansons Group Inc er muss A Vanderwell Company Responsible Resource Development 2 Service amp Toll Free Technical Support 1 866 456 9269 Maintenance Log CITY STATE PROV CITY STATE PROV PURCHASE DATE INSTALL DATE INSTALLED BY STOVE MODEL SERIAL NUMBER WAS UNIT PRE BURNED SPECIAL COMMENTS MAINTENANCE LOG SERVICE DATE TECHNICIAN DESCRIPTION OF WORK DONE Have you registered yo
42. per Thoroughly clean the burn grate burn box ashtray and ash traps It s desirable to spray the inside of the cleaned hopper with an aerosol silicone spray if your stove is in a high humidity area The exhaust system should be thoroughly cleaned YEARLY SERVICING A yearly servicing and cleaning by your Authorized VULCAN F22 Dealer is Q recommended A fee may be charged for this service Hopper Lid Heat Tubes acd Tube Scraper Figure 30 Window Auger Auger Motor Burn Grate Fan Motors Burn Pot Exhaust Air Intake Ash Pit Base LU d iiu 30 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries Copyright 2005 31 TRO B C Canadian Comfort ndustries g LE bt maintenance and the use of quality pellets will prevent the more common stove operational LIMITED WARRANTY The VULCAN V Series wood pellet shop and home heater carries a five 5 year limited warranty from the date of sale to the original owner against defects and workmanship on all steel parts excluding the burn grate and one 1 year on electrical components There specifically is no warranty on the paint glass burn grate and all gaskets or against damage caused from corrosion Extended Warranty Canadian Comfort Industries will offer an additional one 1 year limited warranty on electrical component parts when your V Series wood pellet appliance is installed by a Dansons Certified Installer or NFI National Fireplace Institute Certified Installer
43. r DO NOT USE ANY ABRASIVE CLEANERS AS YOU WILL REMOVE OR SCRATCH THE PLATING CHECK AND CLEAN THE HOPPER Check the hopper periodically to determine if there is any sawdust or pellets that are sticking to the hopper surface Clean as needed GLASS High Temp Neo Ceram We recommend using a high quality glass cleaner Should a Q build up of creosote or carbon accumulate you may wish to use 000 steel wool and water to clean glass Ceramic is very hard and will not scratch from the steel wool GLASS REPLACEMENT In the event you need replacement only Neo Ceram of the correct size and thickness may be used Contact your local VULCAN F22 dealer to obtain this glass DO NOT OPERATE STOVE WITH BROKEN GLASS AS LEAKAGE OF FLUE GASES MAY RESULT Copyright 2005 29 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries PERIODIC MAINTENANCE cowriNUED Q INSPECT AND CLEAN THE CHIMNEY ELECTRICAL CORD UNPLUGGED Under some conditions fly ash build up in the chimney system may occur rapidly The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of the flue gases Incomplete combustion such as occurs during startup shutdown or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system Check the clean out tees and elbows in the exhaust system periodically to determine the cleaning schedule To remove dust from the vent pipe tap lightly on the pipe to dislodge any loos
44. r and larger clinkers are produced Since wood and the methods of handling wood used in making pellets can vary from plant to plant and year to year some clinkering must always be expected Stove owners without an SUPER grate must remove clinkers manually some times several times a day Stove owners using an SUPER grate and quality pellets may experience days or even weeks of burning without the need to remove any clinkers from the grate FINES FINES in pellets are pieces of sawdust that were not properly formed or are the results of pellets breaking down from handling transporting and or storage Fines adversely affect the operations and heat production of a pellet shop and home heater and greatly increase the requirements for daily and periodic cleaning Fines cause pellets to feed slower thus reducing the amount of heat produced at any given heat control setting NOTE It is much easier to remove fines from pellets before they are placed in the stove than it is to service your stove for a plugged hopper jammed auger and plugged exhaust system Pellets with excessive sawdust may be screened to remove most of the fines Pellet screeners may be built or purchased from most pellet stove Dealers PFI PELLET STANDARDS The Pellet Fuel Institute standards for residential quality pellets are Length 1 5 inches maximum Diameter 235 to 350 inches approx 1 4 to 3 8 Fines 2 maximum per 40 bag Salts 005 by weight maximu
45. r operate your stove in any room where any liquid or volatile fuels or any other highly combustible items are in the air or stored in the room These could cause a safety hazard Copyright 2005 19 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort Industries THE ACUIRON CONTROLS Basic Overview The AcuTron ll or III digital control board was designed to give you flexibility on how you want to operate your stove The AcuTron can be operated as a MANUAL FEED RATE control or by a THERMOSTAT When operating in the Thermostat option you can 4 also choose to run your appliance in the ON OFF mode or the LOW HIGH mode FAN SPEED The START or FEED RATE touch pad allows electricity to flow to your stove s 3 HI electrical components for 15 minutes If after 15 minutes your stove has heated to normal operating temperatures your stove will continue to run If the fire does not 2 MED AUGER light and or burn properly the electricity to your stove s components will be shut off CYCLE at the end of 15 minutes i Q TO The FAN SPEED controls the speed of the room air fan This fan blows room air through the heat exchange tubes and back into the room When the FEED RATE is START SEES set to a higher position the FAN SPEED should be set higher and visa versa To FEED RATE achieve optimum heat transfer it is recommended to set the FAN SPEED to LOW or LOW MED when running the FEED RATE at 1 or 2 and Fan on MED OR IGNITER OFF MED HIGH on FEED RATE 3 or 4
46. rate top to rest tightly onto the burn grate bottom Copyright 2005 28 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SOOT FLY ASH The by products of combustion contain small particles of fly ash Fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of flue gases Incomplete combustion such as during startup shutdown or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some sort of soot formation which will collect in the exhaust system Because of this it is important that the exhaust system be inspected and cleaned at least once a year to determine if cleaning is needed It is a good practice to inspect after every 1 2 tons of pellet fuel burning With proper cleaning and the use of quality pellets your VULCAN F22 appliance requires very little maintenance However the following periodic maintenance is strongly recommended This should be preformed seasonally bi seasonally or every 1 2 tons of fuel usage WARNING Unplug your stove s electrical cord prior to opening the sides of the stove or opening the exhaust system for any inspection cleaning maintenance or service work NEVER perform any inspections cleaning maintenance or service on a HOT STOVE ASH TRAPS COLD STOVE ONLY Remove the back plate from the firebox area This will expose the G two ash traps and the fuel drop shute Fly ash may be removed by vacuuming inside the trap areas It is also good to use a brush
47. requirements in the section Alcove Installation FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS Stove and floor protection must be installed on a level secure floor The stove must be installed on a non combustible floor protector i e sheet steel with cement tile slate extending the full width and depth of the stove and extending 6 in front of the stove Floor protector needs to be a minimum of 24 5 deep X 30 5 wide and be a minimum of 018 thick 26 gauge Must extend under and 2 to each side of chimney tee if used MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Figures 12 17 1 From Back Of Heater to Combustibles 3 From PL Vent to Combustibles 10 From Front Side of Heater to Combustibles 1 From Back Corner of Heater to Combustibles 6 Non Combustible Surface In Front Of Heater 16 From Top Of Heater to Combustibles 36 to drapes doors anything that can swing CLEARANCES STRAIGHT INSTALLATION THROUGH THE WALL INTERIOR VERTICAL 12 lt gt CET 13 Nj LEE ei M 1 F E Figure 12 Copyright 2005 14 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries FREESTANDING INSTALLATION continued CLEARANCES CORNER INSTALLATION 45 CORNER THROUGH THE WALL 12 45 CORNER lt INTERIOR VERTICAL qv lt NM IR W 75 SEATS P e Figure 14 Figure 15 Note If interior vertical vent i
48. rical cord is plugged in EVERY 2 3 DAYS WEEKLY Q BURN GRATE COLD STOVE ONLY Clean as 3 needed scraping off any residue that may stick to grate bottom or sides Ensure that the holes are clean and unrestricted CAUTION When replacing the grate make sure it fits properly in the burn pot with the lip on the burn grate toward the front of your stove BURN POT COLD STOVE ONLY Remove the burn grate Clean out the burn pot as needed Do not push the fly ash to the back of the pot as this will restrict the air flow and performance of the appliance HEAT TUBES COLD STOVE ONLY With your Window stove s main door closed pull the HEAT TUBE SCRAPER ROD forward and backwards a few times As different types of pellets produce different amounts of ash cleaning the tubes enables the heat exchange to Burn Grate gt operate efficiently CAUTION On a burning stove the heat tube scraper rod Burn Pot will be hot Ash Pit Z ASH PIT Monitor the ash level on a weekly basis Ash content is a good indication of fuel efficiency and quality Refer to Safety Precaution for safe disposal of ashes WINDOW CLEANING COLD STOVE ONLY as hot glass may cause serious burns To enjoy a clear view of the fire you should clean your window as needed with a soft cloth or paper towel You may use a glass cleaner to remove heavy build up on the window HOME TIP Dampen a piece of newsprint with water dip
49. s used the clearance to the back wall is determined by the upward turned elbow or Tee It will vary in depth depending on the brand of PL vent used Before placing the stove connect the elbow or Tee and measure off the 3 clearance ALCOVE INSTALLATION 12 lt 1 10 10 Figure 16 Figure 17 Copyright 2005 15 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries FREESTANDING INSTALLATION continued THROUGH THE WALL DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION Figure 18 Select the location for your stove design the exhaust system and determine the brand and size of PL vent to be used Position the floor pad Following the PL vent manufacturer s specifications mark and cut a hole through the wall to accommodate the wall thimble F and the outside air pipe 1 if outside air is to be used Remember that the outside air intake must be located no closer than 12 from the vent exhaust Try to avoid cutting wall studs and use extreme caution to avoid cutting into power or water lines within the wall of your home Install the wall thimble F Be sure to run a bead of silicone around the outside edges of the wall thimble to reduce drafts both inside and outside Insert the proper size of PL vent E through the wall thimble F Place your stove on the floor pad close to its final position Leave room to connect the PL vent to Quick Connect end collar If not already factory installed
50. t allows you to choose from black painted gold or pewter plated large view door and you can choose black gold or pewter finished louvers All makes amp models may be installed to code in both conventional and mobile homes INSTALLATION OPTIONS INCLUDE 1 A FREESTANDING STOVE Set on a non combustible floor pad 2 AHEARTH STOVE When installed on a non combustible hearth of a masonry or factory built wood or coal burning fireplace 3 An ALCOVE When placed on a non combustible floor pad in compliance with clearance requirements for an installation in an alcove a recessed space or nook in a wall V 130 HE55 Model CC3 Figure 1 Copyright 2005 10 Canadian Comfort ndustries V 150 HE120 CC2 Figure 2 Owner s M anual EXHAUST SYSTEMS cenerat PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3 CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TOA VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT PELLET VENT TYPE Must be an approved 3 or 4 Diameter Type PL vent vented to the outside fig 7 or connect the vent to a factory built type A chimney using an adaptor and or All Fuel Stainless Steel chimney liner for masonry fireplace installations fig 8 Use 4 dia vent if vent or liner height is over 15 or if installation is over 4 000 above sea level
51. the heater e Donotunplug the stove if you suspect a malfunction Push the OFF Touch Pad and inspect the heater e he 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 e DO NOT operate the heater if you smell smoke coming from the heater Push the OFF Touch Pad monitor your pellet appliance and call your local authorized dealer e Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater When installed with a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near the unit e CAUTION NEVER put fingers in or near pellet feed auger The pellet fuel is fed to the burn pot by a screw auger that is driven by a high torque motor This auger can start and stop anytime automatically without warning while stove is operating Copyright 2005 4 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued e DO NOT operate the stove if the flame becomes dark and sooty or if the firepot overfills with pellets Push the OFF Touch Pad and inspect the heater See Operating Your Stove Soot or creosote may accumulate in the exhaust vent system when the stove is operated under incorrect conditions such as an extremely rich burn The flame will have a lazy orange color with black tips This indicates poor pellet fuel combustion e NEVER block free airflow throu
52. to Combustibles and Existing Wiring The installation of this appliance must conform to local codes and applicable state and federal requirements Becoming familiar with these requirements before installation is essential Sign and keep a copy of the Pre delivery Check List supplied by your Authorized VULCAN V Series Dealer OR Dansons Certified Installer found inside our appliance or available online Register online at www dansons com support for Extended Warranty Register your purchase online at www dansons com support COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST WHILE INSTALLING YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE Carefully read the ENTIRE installation section first Read the Freestanding or Insert or Built In section which ever applies Determine the location and measurement needed your chosen location Be sure to pre fit all items before you install fasten or install the stove permanently Remember measure twice cut once Ensure ALL joints of PL vent and single wall stainless steel liner are tightly connected sealed with RTV Silicone including to the exhaust connector and is correctly installed Follow vent manufacturer s instructions COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST PRIOR TO LIGHTING YOUR FIRST FIRE Copyright 2005 9 Obtain final inspection and approval by local building officials Carefully clean all marks off the brass nickel or pewter parts before the first fire is lit Use a soft cloth and a gentle type cleaner Caution Never use an abrasive
53. to LOWER turn CLOCKWISE To assist in knowing what changes you made you should note the amount of time the light on the AUGER CYCLE stays OFF Note The light stays off when ever the fuel feed motor is not running Lengthening the time this light stays OFF lowers the fuel feed and shortening the OFF time increases the fuel feed Factory Setting 1 light OFF is approx 9 11 seconds 4 light OFF is 3 4 seconds Copyright 2005 23 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries PELLET FUEL The performance of your pellet appliance is greatly affected by the type and quality of wood pellets burned As the heat output of various quality wood pellets differ so will the performance and heat output of your appliance PELLET QUALITY Your VULCAN V Series stove with its standard Super Grate is designed to burn PFII Premium or Standard quality wood pellets Pellets that are soft contain excessive amounts of loose sawdust have been or are wet produce clinkers and or heavy ash will result in reduced performance and may actually cause the fire to go out PELLET CONSUMPTION Fuel consumption will vary somewhat between fuel brands and stoves The following ROUGH GUIDE to pellet usage s may be useful in assessing your stove s operation in ordering fuel and in providing information to your Authorized VULCAN V Series Dealer Fuel Rate Setting Approximate Burn Time on Amount of pellets burned
54. tove must have a permanent outside air source with a 1 4 inch screen over the inlet Figure 25 B C amp D Q For transportation all chimney vent above the mobile home must be removed Chimney PL Vent must be 3 or 4 PL Vent and must extend a minimum or 36 above the roofline of Q the mobile home and must be installed using a UL ULC listed ceiling fire stop J figure 25 and rain cap L figure 25 INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER B Combustion Air Intake D FreshAirHood E StoveExhaust F PipeAdapter G H E K Roof Flashing Storm Collar L RainCap _ _ S 9 Rain Cap XOXOXO OOO OLS S Floor Pad a o A 4 Frame B aand wire A bolts XO XOC XOXO DOO Figure 25 Figure 26 Note When moving your Mobile Home all exterior venting must be removed while Mobile Home is being relocated Upon completion of relocation all venting must be reinstalled and securely fastened Copyright 2005 18 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries LiGHTING YOUR STOVE Lighting stove manually No Igniter Lighting stove with Auto Ignitor In the NON Thermostat Mode In the NON Thermostat Mode 1 Push firmly on the FEED RATE
55. uced performance and may actually cause the fire to go out see pelletheat org for further information EPA COMPLIANCE This heater is exempt from EPA Phase II requirements but has been tested for emissions using EPA test methods by Warnock Hersey US Pellet appliances that are designed with the combustion air supply exceeding 35 1 by ratio are exempt from EPA regulations PRODUCT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Copyright 2005 8 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries PLANNING amp INSTALLATION CHECK LIST Unless you are knowledgeable and experienced in stove installation we recommend your VULCAN V Series heater receive a Pre delivery Check and be installed by your local Specialty Retailer or Certified HVAC Service Depot COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST PRIOR TO INSTALLING YOUR PELLET APPLIANCE Carefully read this Owner s Manual SAVE THIS MANUAL Have your local Dealer demonstrate all the operational cleaning and maintenance steps necessary for your stove Select a location The design of your home and the stove placement will determine its value as a source of heat A pellet appliance depends primarily on air circulation to disperse its heat There are other practical considerations which must be considered before a final placement is decided on Existing Chimneys Pellet Fuel Storage Aesthetic Considerations Roof Design rafter locations amp roof pitch Room Traffic Clearances
56. ur purchase See www dansons com support Has Dealer Installer gone over the operation and maintenance of appliance Copyright 2005 37 Owner s M anual Canadian Comfort ndustries
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