FireplaceXtrordinair 44-Elite User's Manual
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1. 11 Hints for Burning 11 Selecting Wood minmrneneeene 12 Dry Wood is Key 12 Testing Wood Moisture 12 Why Dry Wood is Key 12 Wood Cutting and Storage 12 Don t Burn Treated Wood Wax Logs Etc 12 Troubleshooting mrrnn 13 Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Specifications 5 Features e Maximum Log Length of 32 e Large firebox capacity 4 3 cu ft Long burn time from 10 to 12 Hours Large glass doors for maximum visibility e Firebrick lining for firebox protection 388 CFM blower for convection heat and outside combustion air Thermostat for automatic control of the blower Heating Specifications Approximate Heating Capacity up to 3 000 Sguare Feet Will vary with the home s floor plan insulation and outside temperature Maximum Burning Time Up to 12 Hours BTU Output per Hour Cord Wood Method 10 700 to 76 700 Electrical Specifications The blower on HIGH draws 1 1 Amps on 120 Volts A C approximately 130 watts Packing List Shipped with the Fireplace Shipped with the Faceplate Installation Manual e Faceplate two switch plate screws are attached Grate e Switch Plate includes blower rheostat Baffle e 12 Faceplate Screws Blower Assembly Ember Stri z i foe ean Shipped with the Door s Flex Duct w start collar 3 Length 62. 12 Temperature Meter Operation 9 Door Gasket mtrranenenennneene 16 Testing Wood Moisture 12 Door Lateh MAA AD 16 Troubleshooting 13 Dry Wood is Key mmmem 12 Twice Yearly Maintenance 15 Electrical Specifications 5 Verify the Installation 6 EPA Compliance n se 5 WANG S 41804 ereda da ukesda vedada kukke han 283 Features einai i ail a 5 Walram Alt ect Lai oe ete i at las 19 FIPGDNICK 2 2 E AE T Lead eases oc baie 15 Watts 121 sete eokeste wave EEEE 5 Fumes after break in period 13 Why Dry Wood is Key 12 Fumes first fire 6 WAG esireket eas 21 Gold Surfaces cleaning 14 WOOT SAAMA 12 Heating Specifications 5 Wood Cutting and Storage 12 Hints for BUrning ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 Travis Industries 93508094 220602
3. operation Open the door s only when re loading the fireplace or conducting maintenance This prevents smoke embers from entering the room Ashes must be disposed of in a metal container with a tight fitting lid Place the container on a non combustible surface until the ashes have fully cooled before final disposal If you smell smoke see the section Smoke Smell in Home on page 13 of this manual for a remedy 93508094 Precautions 7 Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area Notify your insurance company of this fireplace Do not store gasoline or other flammables near the fireplace Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids to start or invigorate a fire Do not touch the hot surfaces of the fireplace Educate all children of the danger of a high temperature fireplace Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the fireplace Keep all furniture or other combustible items at least 36 away from the front of the fireplace this includes drapes or doors that may swing within 36 of the front of fireplace Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the fireplace Never block free airflow through the vents 220602 Safet Do not repair alter or replace any part of the fireplace and chimney unless instruct
4. of fire or injury do not install an unvented gas log set into fireplace DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL 0316 IGN Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Limited 7 Year Warrant To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC 7 Year Warranty complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten 10 days of the appliance purchase date to TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC 10850 117th Place N E Kirkland Washington 98033 TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC warrants this appliance appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries Inc to be defect free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows Years 1 amp 2 COVERAGE PARTS amp LABOR Air Control Assembly Door Assembly Log Grate Slider Plate Linkage Door Latch Assembly Glass Retainers Removable Log Grate Blower Assembly Face Assembly Accessories Blower Wire Harness Snap Disk Faceplate Fasteners Andiron Summer Fan Switch Ceramic Glass Firebox Assembly Re Installation Allowance Glass breakage from thermal shock Firebox Combustor Support Baffle Air Channels In cases where heater must be remove cases where h eater must be removed from hom e i i i or repairs a partial cost of re installation is covere Catal tic Combustor i A Firebrick pre authorization reguired Catalytic Combustor see Conditions and Exclusions 10 Breakage from thermal shock Damper Assembly Gold Plating One Way Freight Allowance Damper Pl
5. re installing the glass gently press the rope gasket in place use a putty knife WARNING The top of the glass comes close to the face of the fireplace The glass must be all the way down to prevent is from striking the fireplace when the door is closed The rope gasket pins the glass in place Cross Section of The glass slides up Remove it to access the glass Door amp Glass and o t of ike dot frame n Glass 1 2 Dia Rope Gasket Channel Door Gasket Frame Maintenance 17 Check Chimney for Creosote Build Up Remove the chimney cap and carefully inspect for creosote build up over the entire length of chimney If creosote build up is over 1 4 the chimney must be thoroughly cleaned Failure to clean the chimney may lead to a fire Hint Chimney cleaning is a very dirty complicated and dangerous task We strongly recommend you have a professional chimney sweep conduct this service Warning Chimney fires are created by excessive creosote build up To prevent this dangerous situation have your chimney inspected twice per year minimum Replacement Parts List Title Part Brick Cut 4 5 x 6 75 Brick Cut 4 5 x 2 Fan Convection FPX Without Mounting Box 98500780 Glass gasket set 7 8 302B glass tape 130 long for 2 doors and packing gasket 91001630 1 2 fiberglass rope 100 long for 2 doors Glass Double Door Clear One Side FPX 44A 98500740 Grate Firewood FPX Wood Burning Firepl
6. wire to the side so it does not contact the firebox Attach the molex connector from the wire to the quick connect on the temp meter Route the Temp Meter wire so it exits below the faceplate NOTE If the connector is not present connect the wires to the two posts on the back of the temp meter The yellow inner wire goes to the positive pole Optional Equipment 21 Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Acid WaS ra E E EA A OE 6 Important Information n s 1 Adjusting the Burn Rate 10 late ea TE EE E T 22 Air Control see Burn Rate 10 Introduction mrrna 1 AMPS toit ieectvharetclsdseo olden tiie nae 5 Kindlus nee 8 Ash Disposal eet eR 14 Listing Labolsa kas 18 Baffle a E E EA 15 Location of Controls 8 Before Your First Fire mmmeaee 6 Log Length wei lentes 5 Blower Cleaning ccecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeees 15 Maintaining Catalytic Burn Off 9 Blower Operation rrnnan 10 Normal Operating Sounds 11 BTU Outputisevtsce has eni aaeoa aiena 5 Opening the Doors 7 BUI RAE aioin E ates 10 Opening the Doors while Fireplace is Hot 7 Burn TINE ike ae e hea ia 5 Optional Eguipment 20 By Pass Comntrol ccccceeeeceseeeeeeeeeeeeaeaaeeees 8 Optional Summer Fan Switch 10 Ca
7. Dia For Blower Two 12 Flex Ducts 7 Diameter For Cooling Vents Two Vent Hoods For Cooling Vents Two Vent Hood Storm Collars For Cooling Vents e Owner s Manual e Installation Hardware Pack e Pair of Gloves Efficiency and Registration Cards Touch up Paint EPA Compliance This heater meets EPA Phase II requirements 2 5 grams per hour Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Operation Safety Notice Ifthis appliance is not properly installed a house fire may result For your safety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area Read and follow all of the warnings on pages 2 and 3 of this manual Before Your First Fire Clean Any Gold Surfaces If you have an optional gold face clean the surface prior to starting the fireplace Any marks left on the gold may become etched in by the Alcohol heat of the fireplace Use Soft Cloth denatured alcohol and a soft cloth to clean Verify the Installation Before starting the fireplace verify that the fireplace is properly installed and all of the requirements in the 44 Elite ZC Installation Manual have been followed Keep all flammables 36 away from the front of the fireplace drapes furniture clothing etc Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use in this fireplace Curing the Paint A A 2 to 4 hours This he
8. FIREPLACE XTRORDINAIR OG JJ Na MA AA 41 A 44 Elite Owner s Manual SAFETY NOTICE If this appliance is not properly installed a house fire may result For your safety follow the installation directions Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area o TRAVIS INDUSTRIES Copyright 2007 T I HOUSE OF FIRE 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd SW 10 00 93508094 Mukilteo WA 98275 4050923 1 Listed J JI to UL 127 and portionsof UL 1482 amp 907 Introduction 1 Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Fireplace Xtrordinair wood fireplace In purchasing a Fireplace Xtrordinair you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics The Fireplace Xtrordinair is one of the finest home heaters the world over This manual will explain the installation operation and maintenance of this fireplace Please familiarize yourself with the Owner s Manual before operating your heater and save the manual for future reference Included are helpful hints and suggestions which will make the operation and maintenance of your new fireplace an easier and more enjoyable experience We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your heater Important Information No other Fireplace Xtrordinair woo
9. aces 98500738 Heat Shield for left door 13 7 8 long 91001629 Fan FPX Convection Complete Assembly with Mounting Box amp Grill 98500785 Summer Switch Option Gold For FPX Convection Fan 98500600 Template Installation Arched for FPX 44 98500691 Travis Industries 93508094 4060420 18 Safety Label aadli E Fireplace Xtrordinair Oregon USA LISTED FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE MODEL NO 44 ELITE OMNI Test Laboratories Inc TESTED TO UL 127 REPORT NO 0284 614 WARNING MANUFACTURE DATE H 206 Mjan MApr Mju E Oct H 2007 HFeb BMa H Aug H Nov E 2008 MMa Mj un W Sep HM Dec Manufactured by w TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC TM 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd SW TRAVIS INDUSTRIES Mukilteo WA 98275 HOUSE OF FIRE Operate with feed doors closed Open to feed fire only For use with solid fuel only U S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emission standards This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic inspection and replacement for proper operation Consult the owner s manual for further information It is against the law to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in the owner s manual or if the catalytic element is deactivated or removed Do not use a fireplace insert or other products not specified for use with this product This fireplace has not been tested with an unvented gas log set To reduce risk
10. ate Linkage Face amp Door see Conditions and Exclusions 9 One way freight allowance on pre authorized repair done at factory is covered Exclusions Paint Gasketing Years 3 Through 5 COVERAGE PARTS amp LABOR Air Control Assembly Damper Assembly Firebox Assembly Slider Plate Linkage Damper Plate Linkage Firebox Combustor Support Baffle Air Channels Catalytic Combustor x l Door Assembly l One Way Freight Allowance Coverage for thermal crumbling and disintegration only Door Latch Assembly Glass Retainers One way freight allowance on pre authorized repair Face Assembly done at factory is covered Faceplate Fasteners Exclusions Paint Gasketing Blower Assembly Glass Firebrick Gold Plating Log Grate Accessories Re Installation Allowance Years 6 amp 7 COVERAGE PARTS ONLY Air Control Assembly Damper Assembly Face Assembly Slider Plate Linkage Damper Plate Linkage Faceplate Fasteners Door Assembly Firebox Assembly Door Latch Assembly Glass Retainers Firebox Combustor Support Baffle Air Channels Exclusions Paint Gasketing Blower Assembly Glass Firebrick Gold Plating Log Grate Accessories Catalytic Combustor Re Installation Allowance One Way Freight Allowance Labor CONDITIONS amp EXCLUSIONS 1 This new appliance must be installed by a qualified installer It must be installed operated and maintained at all times in accordance with the instructions in the Owner s Manual Any alteration w
11. ater uses a heat activated paint that will emit some fumes while starting the first fire Open doors and windows to the s room to ventthese fumes This typically lasts two to four hours 2 You may also notice oil burning off of the interior of the heater i This rust stopping agent will soon dissipate A Door Gasket The door gasket might adhere to the paint on the front of the fireplace Leave the door slightly ajar for the first fire and be careful when opening the door after the first fire Over Firing the Fireplace Over Firing may void your warranty This fireplace was designed to operate at a high temperature But due to differences in vent configuration fuel and draft this appliance can be operated at an excessive temperature Ifthe area behind the faceplate or other area starts to glow red you are over firing the fireplace this may damage the optional gold surface internal components and void the warranty Do not burn excessively large fires for a long time Shut the air control down and allow the fireplace to cool if you detect over firing Operating the Fireplace During a Power Outage This fireplace includes a blower to dissipate heat from the firebox During power outages build small to medium sized fires to prevent the fireplace from over firing especially if you have a gold face Acid Wash Some installations utilize a masonry facing or hearth This masonry is often cleaned with muriatic acid This acid ma
12. combustor warranty These items contain chemicals that may cause the combustor to become deactivated 11 TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC is free of liability for any damages caused by the appliance as well as inconvenience expenses and materials Incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty In some states the exclusion of incidental or consequential damage may not apply 12 This warranty does not cover any loss or damage incurred by the use or removal of any component or apparatus to or from the Travis appliance without the express written permission of TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC and bearing a TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC label of approval 13 Any statement or representation of Travis products and their performance contained in Travis advertising packaging literature or printed material is not part of this 7 year warranty 14 This warranty is automatically voided if the appliance s serial number has been removed or altered in any way If the appliance is used for commercial purposes it is excluded from this warranty 15 No dealer distributor or similar person has the authority to represent or warrant Travis products beyond the terms contained within this warranty TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC assumes no liability for such warranties or representations 16 Travis Industries will not cover the cost of the removal or re installation of hearths facing mantels venting or other components 17 If for any reason any section of this warranty is declar
13. d fireplace has the Mail your Warranty Card same serial number as yours The serial number is Today and Save Your Bill of behind the left side door just inside the firebox Sale This serial number will be needed in case you require service of any type To receive full warranty coverage you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your heater Do not mail your Bill of Model Serial Number Sale to us Purchase Rale We suggest that you attach your Purchased From Bill of Sale to this page so that you 7 will have all the information you need in one place should the need for service or information occur NATIONAL We suggest that our woodburning hearth FIREPLACE INSTITUTE Products be installed and serviced by NEI professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as H NFI Woodburning Specialists or who are Techn certified in Canada by CERTIFIED Wood Energy Technical Wood Energy wwwanficertified org raining WETT Travis Industries 93508094 4050923 Safet Travis Industries This fireplace must be installed by a qualified installer Installation instructions are shipped inside the fireplace and must be strictly adhered to This fireplace is designed and listed for cord wood only Burning of any other material will void the warranty and listing and may create a fire hazard The door s must be closed and latched during
14. dustries 93508094 220602 Operation Selecting Wood Dry Wood is Key Dry wood burns hot emits less smoke and creates less creosote AA n ee i Ath Heat RE WA Heat SJ W m i Leads Leads hes To To ae Less Smoke and Creostoe More Smoke and Creostoe Testing Wood Moisture Wood cut split and stored in a dry area will be fully dry within a year This insures dry wood If purchasing wood for immediate use test the wood with a moisture meter Some experienced wood burners can measure wood moisture by knocking pieces together and listening for a clear knock and not a thud Why Dry Wood is Key Wet wood when burned must release water stored within the wood This cools the fire creates creosote and hampers a complete burn Ask any experienced wood burner and he or she will agree dry wood is crucial to good performance Wood Cutting and Storage Cut wood to length and Store the wood off the ground ina chop into quarters covered area Allow For airflow d a around the wood to dry the wood A Air Flow Don t Burn Treated Wood Wax Logs Coal Garbage Etc This fireplace has a catalytic combustor see page 9 designed specifically to work with emissions from cord wood Other fuels may clog or contaminate the combustor leading to a drastic loss in heat output increased emissions and damage to the combustor In addition fuel other than cord wood may burn excessively hot leading to a serious f
15. ed invalid the balance of the warranty remains in effect and all other clauses shall remain in effect 18 This 7 year warranty is the only warranty supplied by Travis Industries Inc the manufacturer of the appliance All other warranties whether express or implied are hereby expressly disclaimed and purchaser s recourse is expressly limited to the warranties set forth herein IF WARRANTY SERVICE IS NEEDED 1 If you discover a problem that you believe is covered by this warranty you MUST REPORT it to your Travis dealer WITHIN 30 DAYS giving them proof of purchase the purchase date and the model name and serial number 2 Travis Industries has the option of either repairing or replacing the defective component 3 If your dealer is unable to repair your appliance s defect he may process a warranty claim through TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC including the name of the dealership where you purchased the appliance a copy of your receipt showing the date of the appliance s TRES and the serial number on your appliance Atthat time you may be asked to ship your appliance freight charges prepaid to TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC at its option will repair or replace free of charge your appliance if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship within the time frame stated within this 7 year warranty TRAVIS INDUSTRIES INC will return your appliance freight charges years 1 to 5 prepaid by TRAVIS NDUSTRIES INC to
16. f but not limited to improper chimney venting installation 7 Exclusions to this 7 Year Warranty include injury loss of use damage failure to function due to accident negligence misuse improper installation alteration or adjustment of the manufacturer s settings of components lack of proper and regular maintenance damage incurred while the appliance is in transit alteration or act of God 8 This 7 Year warranty excludes damage caused by normal wear and tear such as paint discoloration or chipping worn or torn gasketing chipped or cracked firebrick etc Also excluded is damage to the unit caused by abuse improper installation modification of the unit or the use of fuel other than that for which the unit is configured use cord wood only 9 Damage to gold surfaces caused by fingerprints scratches melted items or other external sources left on the gold from the use of cleaners other than denatured alcohol is not covered in this warranty Damage to the gold surfaces from over firing operation where the steel may glow red is not covered in this warranty 10 Damage to the catalytic combustor due to mishandling removal cleaning or other handling is not covered Degradation of the combustor due to burning of anything other than natural cord wood is not covered Burning of trash garbage artificial or paper logs gift wrappings coal lighter fluids chemical starters treated or painted wood driftwood or chemical cleaners will void the
17. for details on wood Insufficient Draft Chimney height and outside conditions can negatively affect draft In these cases the fire may burn slowly Adding more pipe or a draft inducing cap may help Air Control is Not Wide Open Make sure the air control is all the way to the left Slide the control back and forth rapidly to insure the control is not stuck Fireplace is Not Up to Temperature This is normal The blower will come on when the fireplace is hot usually 15 to 30 minutes Electricity is Cut to the Blower Check the household breaker or fuse to make sure it is operable This is Normal The air leading into the firebox comes from the exterior In some cases this air comes into the firebox and exits up the chimney This will not damage the fireplace nor cool the home much The doors are not sealing See the section Check the Door Seal Adjust if Necessary on page 16 for details 220602 14 Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Maintenance Daily Maintenance while fireplace is in use Check Ash Remove if Necessary Ash can build up inside the firebox without affecting performance Generally remove ash once it has built up over 1 or more often if desired Follow the directions below to remove ash Let the fireplace cool completely at least two hours after the last coal has extinguished Place a cloth or cardboard protector over the hearth to catch ash and protect against scratching Open the doo
18. he air control becomes hot during operation use gloves or a tool to prevent burns Hint The air control may take several minutes to influence the burn rate When making adjustments you may wish to let the fireplace burn for 10 minutes to gauge performance Hint The blower may be used to affect heat output i e to reduce heat output turn the blower down Blower Operation The blower will turn on once the fireplace is up to temperature This is typically 15 to 30 minutes after starting the fire Follow the directions below to alter the blower speed Summer Fan Switch Off Blower Speed Control Note The blower will shut off when the doors are opened Optional Summer Fan Switch The optional summer fan switch allows the blower to be turned on even if the fireplace is cool This allows the blower to circulate air into the home during summer months Operation 11 Re Loading the Fireplace Follow the directions below to minimize smoke spillage while re loading the fireplace Pull the by pass out all the way use a glove or tool Move the air control to high Open the door slightly Let the airflow inside the firebox to stabilize before opening the doors fully R oO N Load wood onto the fire on top of the grate Overnight Burn This fireplace is large enough to accommodate overnight 10 to 12 hour burns Follow the steps below to achieve an overnight burn Get the fireplace hot by moving the air control to h
19. igh and letting the fireplace burn for 15 minutes Load as much wood as possible Use large pieces if possible Let the fireplace burn on high for 15 minutes to keep the fireplace hot then turn the air control to low R OD In the morning the fireplace should still be hot with embers in the coal bed Stir the coals and load small pieces of wood to re ignite the fire if desired Note Differences if chimney height and draft may lower overall burn times Normal Operating Sounds Blower Air Dependent upon blower placement you may hear a slight whirring sound coming from the blower Turning the blower down may reduce the sound Firebox Body You may notice some clicks and creaks coming from inside the fireplace This is most noticeable when the fireplace is warming up to temperature and cooling down Hints for Burnin e Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn e Use smaller pieces of wood during start up and high burns to increase temperature Use larger pieces of wood for overnight or sustained burns e Stack the wood tightly together to establish a longer burn e Leave a bed of ashes 1 2 deep to allow for longer burns e Be considerate of neighbors 8 the environment burn dry wood only Burn small intense fires instead of large slow burning fires when possible Learn your appliance s operating characteristics to obtain optimum performance Travis Industries 93508094 220602 12 Travis In
20. illful abuse accident neglect or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty 2 This warranty is nontransferable and is made to the ORIGINAL purchaser provided that the purchase was made through an authorized Travis dealer 3 Discoloration and some minor expansion contraction or movement of certain parts and resulting noise is normal and not a defect and therefore not covered under warranty Over firing operation where the steel may glow red of this appliance can cause serious damage and will nullify this warranty 4 The warranty as outlined within this document does not apply to the chimney components or other Non Travis accessories used in conjunction with the installation of this product If in doubt as to the extent of this warranty contact your authorized Travis retailer before installation 5 Travis Industries will not be responsible for inadequate performance caused by environmental conditions such as nearby trees buildings roof tops wind hills or mountains or negative pressure or other influences from mechanical systems such as furnaces fans clothes dryers etc 6 This Warranty is void if a The unit has been operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine fluorine or other damaging chemicals b The unit is subject to submersion in water or prolonged periods of dampness or condensation c Any damage to the unit combustion chamber heat exchanger or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result o
21. ions are give in this manual All other work must be done by a qualified service person The chimney must be inspected twice a year for creosote build up or chimney damage Creosote build up must be removed and damage fixed prior to using the fireplace This fireplace was designed to burn solid wood fuel only cord wood Never use treated wood wax logs coal garbage or other materials These materials will void the safety listing and may damage the combustor Precautions 3 Allow the fireplace to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning Do not throw this manual away This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time Always follow the instructions in this manual Travis Industries Inc grants no warranty implied or stated for the installation or maintenance of your fireplace and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage s Travis Industries 93508094 220602 4 Table of Contents Introduction Maintenance Introduction iooni a the amaan tahes 1 Daily Maintenance while fireplace is in use 14 Important Information s e 1 Check Ash Remove if Necessary 14 Safet Precautions Clean any Gold Surfaces if Necessary 14 Twice Yearly Maintenance 15 Safety Precautions n mmmenee 2 Check Frebiick Baien asi ua 45 Specifications Clean Gombustor i
22. ire hazard Operation 13 Troubleshooting Possible Cause Problem Smoke Enters Room During Start Up Kindling Does Not Start Fire Smolders Smoke Enters Room While Re Loading Fireplace Does Not Burn Hot Enough Blower Does Not Run Faceplate is Cold Fireplace Does Not Burn Overnight Travis Industries 93508094 Cold Air Blockage burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft By pass is Closed Open the by pass by pulling the ring above the door all the way out Close the doors if the flame is not getting enough air first make sure the air control is open all the way left If additional air is needed a small crack in the door is all that is needed Cold Air Blockage burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft Not enough starter paper use additional newspaper if necessary By pass is Closed Open the by pass by pulling the ring above the door all the way out Not enough air first make sure the air control is open all the way left If additional air is needed a small crack in the door is all that is needed By Pass not Opened Open the by pass the ring above the doors using gloves or a tool before opening the door Insufficient Draft Chimney height and outside conditions can negatively affect draft In these cases a small amount of smoke may enter the home Adding more pipe or a draft inducing cap may help Wood is Wet see the section Selecting Wood on page 12
23. k is intact Serial Number Label Door Switch turns blower off when doors are opened Clean the Combustor With the fireplace completely cool at least two hours after the last coal has extinguished use a vacuum cleaner to draw all ash from the catalytic combustor see the illustration below The catalytic combustor is located above the firebox It can be seen by looking from below with the doors open To clean the combustor use a vacuum cleaner to suck out ash and other deposits inside the square holes of the combustor The brush attachment is especially effective in removing ash WARNING The combustor becomes extremely hot during operation Wait at least two hours after the last coal has extinguished before cleaning Clean the Blower Filter The remote blower has a removable cover to allow for cleaning of the filter This filter can be removed and washed to clean dust and debris See the directions to the right to remove the filter Blower Filter Screen Filter Intake Grill Housing L a Remove the four 2 SAO s 2 screws that go into A TAG these holes Z D 2 Z Z iA lii s ieee fo eng Shake the filter to remove any dirt that may have accumulated Travis Industries 93508094 220602 16 Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Maintenance Check Door Seal Adjust if Necessary The door latch and door gasket work in conjunction to seal the firebox If the do
24. ombustor is engaged bypass closed when the fireplace is still cool it will not work leading to dirty smoke no extra heat and a dirtier combustor Warning The bypass control becomes hot during operation use gloves or a tool to prevent burns Follow the directions below to utilize the combustor to its fullest potential e Keep the by pass open pulled out until the fireplace becomes hot approximately 15 to 30 minutes e Close the by pass push in when the fireplace is hot e Keep the by pass closed pushed in while the fireplace is operating except when re loading Hint The combustor can be viewed through the glass from below You will notice the combustor glowing red when the combustor is working effectively With the by pass open pulled out the smoke passes through With the by pass closed pushed in the the by pass and does not go through the combustor smoke passes through the combustor Chimney Combustor e An optional combustor temperature probe is available from your dealer It allows you to monitor the combustor temperature which light off if the temperature is above 600 F Travis Industries 93508094 220602 10 Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Operation Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the fireplace See the illustration below for details Use the air control to change the burn rate We Low Burn High Burn ES pa Warning T
25. ors do not seal air will leak into the firebox and cause the fire to burn too fast This reduces the ability to burn the fireplace overnight or precisely adjust the burn rate Follow the directions below to check the door gasket Use wood stove gasket cement to re adhere Check the door loose gasket gasket It should adhere to the door and be intact check both doors The Severely frayed gasket follows the or thread bare perimter of the gasket should be door along the replaced outside edge the inside edge does not have gasket Follow the directions below to check the door latch When closing the doors the handle should pull the doors in and dreate a snug fit If it doesn t check the following two items Door Latch Adjustment Latch Shaft Latch If the door latch is Outer pe Doo loose move one of Washer s r the washers from the inner side of the latch shaft to the outer side For finer adjustments tighten the outer nut against el the inner nut to Inner Washer s create a precise fit Outer Nut Inner Nut Cer ee Latch the bottom of the doors snug Rod VT Door Handle against the firebox bend the rod in slightly to create a tighter fit 9 16 Wrench Glass Inspection amp Removal If the glass is cracked or broken it must be replaced The glass amp gasket should seal against the door See the illustration below for glass removal When
26. rs Remove the grate and place it on the protector R oO N Scoop the ash into an air tight metal container Place a lid over the container and take outside Store the container away from the structure to ensure the ashes are entirely cold Then dispose the ashes A gt Warning Improperly disposed ashes lead to fires Hot ashes placed in cardboard boxes dumped in back yards or stored in garages are recipes for disaster Note Wood burning fireplaces are inherently dirty During cleaning have a vacuum ready to catch spilled ash make sure ash is entirely extinguished Note There are vacuum cleaners specifically made to remove ash even if the ash is warm Contact your Fireplace Xtrordinair dealer for details Clean any Gold Surfaces if Necessary With the fireplace cool clean any gold surfaces Any marks left on the gold may become etched in by the heat of the fireplace Use denatured alcohol and a soft cloth to clean E Denatured SV Alcohol Soft Cloth Gold Surfaces Maintenance 15 Twice Yearly Maintenance Check Firebrick Baffle With the fireplace completely cool remove ash from the firebox see the instructions on the previous page and check the firebrick and baffle The baffle should be intact some warping and flaking is not uncommon It rests on three tabs at the rear of the firebox and should be pushed all the way back NOTE the bend should go upwards Make sure the firebric
27. talytic Combustor Cleaning 15 Over Firing the Fireplace 6 Catalytic Combustor Operation 9 Overnight Bum mimmmenenns 11 Catalytic Combustor Replacement Info 17 Packing LiSt ccccccseeeeeeaeeeeeeeaaeeeees 5 Check Ash Remove if Necessary 14 Parts ISE sannana as 17 Check Chimney for Creosote Build Up 16 BTODISMSt KS aatatel ad 13 Check Door Seal Adjust if Necessary 16 Re Loading the Fireplace 11 Check Firebrick Baffle 15 Replacement Parts List 17 Chimney inspection mas 16 Safety Label eneee 18 Clean any Gold Surfaces if Necessary 14 Safety Notice rn 6 Clean Combustor mmmenennnnane 15 Safety Precautions 2 amp 3 Clean the Blower Filter ss 15 Selecting Wood 12 Combustor Cleaning mraee 15 Starting a Fire a e 8 Combustor Operation rte 9 Combustor Replacement Information 17 Curing the Paint 6 Table of Contents s 4 Daily Maintenance while fireplace is in use 14 Temperature Meter Installation 20 Don t Burn Treated Wood Wax Logs Etc
28. to start a fire Some use the boy scout tee pee some prefer the tic tac toe stack Either way review the hints and warnings below to ensure proper fire starting Make sure the by pass is open while starting a fire leave it open for the first 15 minutes Make sure the By Pass is all the way out e Make sure the air control is on high If additional air is needed open the doors 1 4 during the first five minutes of start up e Ifthe smoke does not pass up the chimney ball up one sheet of newspaper place it in the center of the grate and light it This should start the chimney drafting this eliminates cold air blockage e Never use gasoline gasoline type lantern fuel kerosene charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this fireplace Keep all such liquids well away from the fireplace while it is in use e f using a firestarter use only products specifically designed for fireplaces follow the manufacturer s instructions carefully e Use plenty of kindling to ensure the fireplace reaches a proper temperature Once the kindling is burning rapidly place a few larger pieces of wood onto the fire Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Maintaining Catalytic Burn Off This fireplace uses a catalytic combustor to increase heat transfer to the room and reduce emissions The catalytic combustor takes dirty smoke and turns it into extra heat and cleaner emissions NOTE If the c
29. xsviiadedtv a tut vaheaasta 15 FRAUD SSeS ciel aia eat a ete i 5 Clean the Blower Filter eeete 15 Heating Specifications 5 Check Door Seal Adjust if Necessary 16 Electrical Specifications 5 Check Chimney for Creosote Build Up 16 P cking ISE certian actor noel aeti 5 Replacement Parts List 0 erret 17 EPA Compliance mimerneenenneee 5 Safety Label Operation Safety Label sae aoe Uae san 18 Safety Notice emrenn 6 Warrant PEG T OUE ENSE TO Aa i Warranty esim it 19 Verify the Installation 6 Curing the Pa int 44242 2 213 suid 6 Optional Eguipment Over Firing the Fireplace 6 Temperature Meter mmmrenene 20 Acid Wash cs ccc aara ches renere riain RIRIA 6 Opening the Doors eimeeneea 7 Index Opening the Doors while Fireplace is Hot 7 Ries SAP Conroe n a Anne a Pet 8 NALO LED alia 22 Starting a Firei reiia enia 8 Maintaining Catalytic Burn Off 9 Adjusting the Burn Rate 10 Blower Operation mrenn 10 Optional Summer Fan Switch 10 Re Loading the Fireplace 11 Overnight Burn mieneeneenee naene 11 Normal Operating Sounds
30. y damage gold finish once the fireplace reaches temperature Verify with your mason that all masonry is fully neutralized using ammonia water or other alkaline Travis Industries 93508094 4070202 Operation Opening the Doors Follow the directions below to open and close the doors Pull the By Pass Control all the way out use gloves or other tool if hot This helps prevent smoke from spilling into the room Twist the left handle counter clockwise Shield Door Slowly open both i gt doors simutaneously A Ve Closing the Door Close both doors simutaneously Make sure the door latch fits between the heat shield and door frame of the left door Warning When closing the doors make sure the door latch does not strike the front of the left side door This will damage the finish on the doors Opening the Doors while the Fireplace is Hot Warning Open the by pass prior to opening the doors This will help prevent smoke from entering the room Also open the doors slowly to allow airflow inside the firebox to stabilize Warning The door handles becomes hot during operation use gloves if necessary Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Operation Location of Controls a By Pass When hot use DN Control gloves to adjust EN the controls Air L Control Blower Speed Control Starting a Fire Since the dawn of time man has debated the best way
31. your regional distributor or dealership 4 Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call Dealers may require you to pay a service or trip charges for any warranty work This charge can vary from store to store Travis Industries 93508094 4070309 20 Travis Industries 93508094 220602 Optional Equipment Temperature Meter The temperature meter displays the temperature of the combustor allowing the operator to monitor combustor light off To obtain a suitable temperature meter contact the manufacturer listed below Condar Company P O Box 250 108 Mill Spring Road Columbus NC 28722 0250 828 894 8383 Model 9 88 1 Before installing the faceplate route the thermocouple wire to the catalytic combustor see the illustration below With the wire in place the faceplate can be installed Remove this screw and pass the a soldered end of the included thermocouple wire through the hole NOTE if the hole is not present drill a 1 8 diameter hole drill frominside the firebox JD m 5 16 Nutdriver Insert the soldered end of the wire into the catalytic combustor approximately 1 2 Run the wire through this notch NOTE if the notch is not present file a notch in the arched piece of metal Route the wire along the outside of the firebox assembly behind the location where the face attaches either side Tuck excess
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