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Dansons Group GLOW BOY FGB User's Manual

1. Biomass www glowboystoves com OPTIONAL ITEMS Part No KS5150 1450 KS5150 1460 KS5130 1480 KS5130 1490 KS5120 1370 REPLACEMENT ITEMS Description Fresh Air Intake Kit 3 Fresh Air Intake Kit 10 Hopper Extension 12 Hopper Extension 24 Wall Thermostat Kit Assembly F tef s Part No KS5010 1010 KS5010 1020 KS5080 1240 KS5020 1040 KS5020 1070 KS5040 1090 KS5050 1130 KS5060 1160 KS5060 1150 KS5060 1200 KS5060 1190 KS5070 1210 KS5030 1060 KS5100 1340 KS5100 1320 KS5100 1330 KS5090 1290 KS5110 1350 Description Auger Motor Assembly Auger Shaft Assembly Burn Grate Super Grate Combustion Fan w gasket Convection Fan w gasket Control Board AcuTron 2 Door Assembly black Door Assembly brass trim Door Handle Firebrick Gasket Door Gasket Window Gasket Ash Pan Gasket Exhaust Glass Neo Ceramic Igniter Assembly Home Heater Switch L120 Switch F140 Switch L250 Switch Vacuum Switch Hopper Lid Wire Harness Main AcuTron SEE YOUR Glow Boy DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR TO ORDER Glow Boy Pellet www glowboystoves com 39 The Glow Boy wood pellet appliance carries a five 5 year limited warrant for 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 is no specific warranty on
2. operation K It is highly recommended that you install a high quality smoke detector as well as a carbon monoxide gas detector in the room where stove is installed Care should be taken to make sure detectors are in working order at all times FUEL CONSIDERATIONS Your Glow Boy Series of Multi fuel appliance is designed to burn the following 1 Wood pellets that comply with the Pellet Fuel Industries standards 2 A combination of up to 50 50 Wood Pellet and Shelled Corn 3 100 Shelled Corn or Grain using the Multi Fuel Grate and manual start only No Igniter Fuel in the form of wood pellets shelled corn or grain is stored in the hopper An e i ACUTRON I auger delivers the pellets to the burn grate The fuel rate or heat output is set by Al adjusting the feed rate touch pad settings 1 to 4 A fan provides combustion air to iod the burn grate The amount of combustion air in the burn grate is adjustable and PTT automatically changes as the fuel rate changes The higher the fuel rate the larger LIO the amount of combustion air and visa versa The fuel burns in the burn grate producing heat Some heat radiates out the front of your stove The majority of the 2 O MEO fay heat passes around the heat exchange tubes and air plenum around the firebox and HONTTONO is then moved into the room by the room air fan A small amount of heat must pass out the exhaust of your stove along with gases into the atmosphere Eus MEM
3. ACUTRON LL Memory amp Fan Trim contro MODELS FGB Step Top Freestanding Freestanding IGB Bay View ert Built In Classic Insert Built In SEED i Toll Free Technical Support 1 866 GOWBOY 456 9269 To register your purchase WWW dansons com support Warnock Hersey MMT Nom tres Wels UVa Td Ro TUR DIS AR US m COU Wa vamas FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE A oe BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH Installation shall conform to CAN CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment in Canada and NFPA 211 Chimney Fireplaces Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances in th e USA Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirement s in your area Dear Glow Boy Multi Fuel Pellet Stove Owner CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Glow Boy Multi fuel pellet appliance You have selected the finest in residential wood pellet heating technology Let us pass on a few tips concerning installing your stove and heating with wood pellets 1 Whether you install your stove yourself or hire a professional installer a quality installation is a must for the safety of your family and for efficient satisfactory 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 P
4. Positive sign wave and a minimum 1000 watts continual 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 Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com PLANNNG amp CONCHEK li Unless you are knowledgeable and experienced in stove installation we recommend your Glow Boy Appliance receive a Pre delivery Check and be installed by your local Specialty Retailer NFI National Fireplace Institute Pellet Specialist USA or WETT Ce d Installer CAN COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST PRIOR TO INSTALLING YOUR MULTI FUEL APPLIANCE Carefully read this Owners 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 to Combustibles and Existing Wiring The installation of this appliance must conform
5. EE Your stove s heat output can be adjusted from setting 1 4 through the FEED RATE touch pad to vary your heat output from Low to High The room air fan can be euren 8 L Eu manually adjusted through the FAN SPEED to run faster or slower to correspond to STARE Pross START a the amount of heat being produced The room air fan is also on a limit switch oes ATE ne se Ra pill controlled to run on high when the stove reaches higher temperatures and then resume the speed you had selected once it cools to a lower temperature To Turn OFF Press OFF en be used with optional Ra Termont itn ee Owners anu ior astated metructions Your stove can run efficiently over extended periods of Heat Tubes Hopper time and at different heat output L levels as long as the fuel supply is ae 1 Tube Scraper Auger uninterrupted and timely cleaning and maintenance is preformed An example of how improper cleaning Window effects operations is the exhaust pressure switch will shutthe Burn Grate pellet supply off and your stove will shut off if the exhaust system Burn Pot mp becomes plugged Auger Motor Exhaust Air Intake Ash Pan 1 Fan Motors Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com BLS SAI Set PRL Se L120 LOW LIMIT SWITCH This limit switch is mounted on the exhaust blower housing and has 2 main functions Should the fire happen to go out for any reason this limit
6. Unit Only Minimum Side Clearance 3in 221 4in 28 1 4 in 24in 30 in Top Clearance 2in 18 3 4 in 20 3 4 in 19 23 in 25 29 in Back Clearance 6in 11 3 4 in 17 3 4 in 10 3 4 in 16 3 4 in Note The BACK frame distance will be effected by the depth of the framed wall as well as the installation of the exhaust venting TIP To allow for much easier removal of the appliance and for clean ing and maintenance it is highly recommended to make your framed opening as large as possible It is suggested to use your overall Shroud Enclosure measurements and construct your framing to be 1 to 2 inches smaller than the shroud When constructing a chase ensure adequate insulation vapor barrier drywall and caulking is used Keep in mind you are building another room to your home You want it to be as energy efficient as the rest of your home Glow Boy Pellet Biomass Stand Offs x Part ACI 3HZ Ceiling Support HT Firestop Spacer Wood Frame Construction Wall Band Support Brkt stand Off St Wood Surround Part ACISOVL Horizontal Vent Installation Exterior Wall Wood Surround Wood Surround www glowboystove air gap Wall Band Support Brkt Clean Out Tee Stand Offs Part ACI SH Ceiling Support Firestop Spacer Wood Frame Construction Wall Band Support Brkt every 5 3 minimum air gap Clean Out Tee Stand Off Part ACISOV
7. all connections and around 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 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 ce rommoou Note Most horizontal through the wall installations may require a Clean out Tee and minimum 3 vertical rise of pipe inside or outside the building See Next Page Glow Boy Pellet Biomass CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL STOVE IN SLEEPING ROOM THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR CEILING and ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED Your Glow Boy appliance 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 in stallations must meet the following requirements in accordance with the Manufactured Home and uu Standard HUD CFR 3280 Part 24 Q Permanently bolt your stove to the floor A figure 25 Electrically ground your stove or the pedestal to the steel frame of the home Use a number 8 gauge e copper wire B figure 25 or equivalent The stove must have a permanent outside air source with a
8. any LED s light up secured Check the 9 pin wire connection to the board Inspect the board for any blown circuitry Before replacing check for the cause of the blown circuit It could be a short out wire or defective electrical component Inspect the main wire harness connections and wire If this is the initial start up 3 No Fuel feed Ensure the hopper is filled with fuel or the hopper has run Securely latch the door An open door will trip the completely empty it may vacuum switch and disengage the feed auger require a second start up Check the Auger Cycle LED on the control if flashing on and off rapidly this indicates a vacuum problem Check vacuum hose for blockage or disconnection Listen for a faint intermittent hum of an operating feed auger motor The motor only runs for 3 seconds at a time When did the stove stopping feeding During the last use or when you went to start this time Last use Check for possible jam clean out drop chute area Glow Boy Pellet PROBLEM Stove Will Not Start cont Fuel feeds into the burn grate but will not start Burn grate fills with fuel and then shuts down CAUS 4 Air Inlet Damper setting SOLUTION Check for proper setting Too much air or not enough air will effect starting time Check for blockage in the air intake connector and fresh air intake 5 Excessive negative pressure in the room Balance pressure in the r
9. gasket across the top or bottom edges of the glass This is to allow for air wash Check these areas for build up or obstructions and clean as needed The gasketing found on either side edge of the glass does go completely around the corners on the top and bottom to act as a spacer for the glass If replacing this gasket ensure the gasket covers the entire side and approximately 1 inch of the top and bottom edges GLASS CLEANING We recommend using a high quality fireplace or stove glass cleaner or a vinegar and water solution along with a rag Oven cleaner and window cleaners will leave a film on the glass that will attract smoke and creosote like a magnet Should a 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 Hi Temp Neo Ceram of the correct Size and thickness may be used Contact your local Glow Boy SERIES dealer to obtain this glass DO NOT OPERATE STOVE WITH BROKEN GLASS AS LEAKAGE OF FLUE GASES MAY RESULT PAINTED SURFACES Painted surfaces may be wiped down with a damp cloth If scratches appear or 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 other than Stove Bright
10. intervals will vary in time from a low of 8 hours to as much as 30 hours of more depending on such factors as fuel feed rate hybrid of corn being used cleanliness and dryness of fuel etc Shelled Corn must be 14 or lower in moisture Corn over 14 moisture will not burn NOTE The lower the moisture content the better the burn and higher the heat output Problems relating to burning dirty high moisture corn are not covered under warranty Corn must be screened to make sure it is free of dirt and other debris such as husks large pieces of cob or other foreign matter The presence of any of the mentioned items may cause auger jams inconsistent feed and will result in poor combustion or the fire going out Damage caused by dirty corn and other foreign objects are not covered under warranty DO NOT BURN TREATED SEED CORN IN YOUR STOVE Seed corn is treated with chemical pesticides that are harmful if swallowed therefore seed corn is dangerous to have in the house especially where children can access it Burning treated seed corn in your heater will void the warranty and will destroy the exhaust system on the unit Do not carry your corn supply over into the next heating season unless properly stored If you do decide to carry it over make sure to check the corn for proper moisture content FACTORS EFFECTING FEED RATES Generally the smaller and cleaner free from fine dust and debris the corn is the faster it will f
11. out any debris It may be necessary to scrape the holes clean B Clean between the Burn Grate and Burn Pot as well BURN POT A COLD STOVE ONLY Remove the burn grate Clean out the burn pot area of all debris CAUTION When replacing the grate make sure it fits properly in the burn pot 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 Fireplace glass cleaner or vinegar water to remove heavy build up on the window Mirror cleaners and oven cleaners will leave a film on the glass and attract smoke like a magnate HOME TIP Dampen a piece of newsprint with water dip 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 DOOR amp TRIM CLEANING Fingerprints or other marks left on gold surfaces may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to turning the stove on Use a damp cloth to wipe clean DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS AS YOU WILL REMOVE OR SCRATCH THE PLATING Glow Boy Pellet Biomass PRIC 1 TON SEASONAL OR BI SEASONAL The 1 reason for a service call or unit failing is FAILURE TO DO SIMPLE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE With proper cleaning and the use of quality pellets your Glow Boy Series appliance require
12. switch will shut the stove off when the exhaust temperature drops below 120 F Upon starting the appliance the AcuTron control board has a 15 minute Lighting Mode if the stove exhaust does not reach 120 F in that 15 minutes the stove will shut off As soon as the stove exhaust does reach 120 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 fan control limit switch The room air fan s F140 temperature limit snap switch automatically operates 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 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 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 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 temperature at the back of the firebox reaches approximately 250 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 d
13. 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 Dealer OR Dansons Certified Installer found inside our appliance or available online Attach your proof of purchase to this manual and keep on hand for warranty COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST WHILE INSTALLING YOUR MULT FUEL APPLIANCE Carefully read the ENTIRE installation section first Twice is better Read the Installing Freestanding Insert or Built In sections 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 or Hi Temp foil tape including to the exhaust connector and is correctly installed Follow vent manufacturer s instructions COMPLETE THIS CHECK LIST PRIOR TO LIGHTING YOUR FIRST FIRE 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 cleaner on any part of your stove Polish the hopper to remove the oil type coating used in manufacturing The high temp stove p
14. 1 4 inch screen over the inlet Figure 26 B C amp D 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 Q of the mobile home and must be installed using a UL ULC listed ceiling fire stop J figure 26 and rain cap L figure 26 when installing as a vertical run See diagram below REFER TO THE VENTING DIAGRAMS IN THIS MANUAL FOR FURTHER EXHUAST CONFIGURATIONS INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER Floor Pad Combustion Air Intake Fresh Air Duct Fresh Air Hood Stove Exhaust Pipe Adapter Clean Out Tee Tee Support Bracket Pipe Firestop Spacer Ceiling Support Roof Flashing Storm Collar Rain Cap m x 7 z o m o o w gt HEARTH PAD FLOOR GROUND 87 WIRE Figure 25 Figure 26 Note When moving your mobile home all exterior venting must be removed Upon completion of relocation all venting must be reinstalled gas tight and securely fastened Glow Boy Pellet www glowboystoves FREESTANDING INSTALLATION CONT These styles of installation are highly recommended due to possible backpressure in the exhaust caused by airflow around the outside of the structure snow build up or power failure etc These designs will improve venting performance and provide na
15. 4 diameter vent may be used in all installations If in doubt use 4 dia vent Ess VENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A Clean Out Tee 4 must be installed at the bottom of all vertical runs These Tee s are to assist in periodically cleaning the vent Single or Double clean out tees may be used The exhaust system must be installed so the entire system can be cleaned without disassembly Termination must exhaust above the fresh air inlet elevation and parallel or above the exhaust output of the multi fuel appliance It is highly recommended that at least 3 feet of vertical pipe 5 be installed to create some natural draft This is to help prevent the possibility of smoke or odor during the appliance shut down Horizontal sections must have a 1 4 rise every 12 of d travel after 3 long Pellet vent connections must be sealed gas tight Use Hi Temp RTV Silicone good for over 600 F or Hi temp Metal foil tape that meets UL181 standards DO NOT use Duct Tape K Seal each vent section by injecting a liberal amount of sealant into the gap and or wrap with foil tape It is strongly recommended that the exhaust system G be terminated on the prevailing wind side of the home Appliance may not be placed in or vented through G a gas fireplace Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com DETERMINE VENTING SIZE AND DISTANCE It is recommended that the vent system be installed wit
16. ART touch pad to activate the stove Rates 3 amp 4 FEED RATE TO ADJUST HEAT A You can now select the HIGH heat output level 2 3 or 4 by pushing the FAN SPEED START FEED RATE touch pad you can also select the FAN setting you desire 3 DIO 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 B O TO AUG up procedure is complete i O iow o 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 uae B desired room temperature is reached the stove will automatically go into the low Missi heat 1 cycle When the temperature in the room drops to the level set at the TO Gor thermostat the stove will again cycle to the HIGH 2 3 or 4 preselected set ting 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 TO SHUT DOWN To turn off the appliance press the OFF touch pad Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com Ps OXRGISmnOS ss OPERATING IN THERMOSTAT ON OFF Flashing 1 amp 2 This also requires purchasing the optional Wall Thermostat Add on Kit Feed Rates 1 amp 2 This mode of operation is best suited for those Take of the Chill nights of spring summer fall The thermostat shou
17. Exhaust System Check for blockage ash build Inspect vent cap and clean out tee Too many elbows to long of run or change size Protect venting from extreme weather elements Smoke or smoke smell spillage 1 Exhaust System 2 Over Feeding Fuel over filling burn grate Hi Heat RTV silicone all joints even manufactured Ensure venting is gas tight Inspect exhaust fan and gasket area ensure a tight fit Proper maintenance and cleaning Check air inlet damper for proper setting Adjust feed rate to lower level The stove keeps going out The stove will not shut off 1 Fresh unburned fuel or powder like ash build up in the grate Check air inlet damper may need more air Fine tune feed rate to lower amount of fuel Ensure good quality day fuel supply Proper maintenance and cleaning 2 No fuel or ashes found in The burn grate 1 Control Adjust air inlet damper to reduce amount of air to burn grate Exhaust temperature to low and temperature disk is turning off stove Adjust control to increase fuel feed rate Press OFF touch pad the stove will continue to run for 30 minutes after the exhaust has cooled properly Confirm mode of operation 2 Wall Thermostat Ensure wall thermostat is turn down below the room temperature Thermostat On Off Mode Unit will not shut off in the Thermostat Low High mode You must press the OFF touch pad Glow Boy Pellet
18. L om COMPLETE THE CHECK LIST Page 9 PRIOR TO LIGHTING YOUR FIRST FIRE FOLLOW THE ARROWS TO START YOUR APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME IT IS CRITICAL FOR THE CORRECT OPERATION OF YOUR STOVE THAT THE FOLLOWING STEPS BE PERFORMED A pellet stove like most things is life is NOT a plug and play appliance SETTING THE AIR INLET DAMPER Because the appliance is made in one location and elevation Damper then shipped moved and installed to a different location at a Rod different elevation vented differently and then using different fuels Itis normesy not possible for the manufacture to factory set your stove to work g lanra properly without some adjustments pane The damper helps to control the amount of airflow supplied for combustion Damper pushed in all the way airflow is minimum Damper pulled out all the way airflow is increased To get the appliance started push the air damper in all the Way then pull outward approximately 1 2 This may not be the final setting We will cover FINE TUNNING YOUR STOVE later in this manual OPENING AND CLOSING THE MAIN DOOR Open the stove door by rotating the handle COUNTER CLOCKWISE toward the TOP of the stove until the handle is about the 3 o clock position Swing door open to the left Close the stove door by keeping the handle at the 3 o clock position Push the door firmly against the stove Rotate the handle downward to the 6 O clock position to lock E SEATING
19. REPLACE INSTITUTE CERTIFIED wowaficertiiedorg Training WETT We recommend that our pellet hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in the U S by the National Fireplace Institute NFI as NFI Pellet Specialists or who are certified in Canada by ic Wood En Wood Energy Technical E echnical Trining www glowboystoves com ENNIUS IMPORTANT Read save and follow the instructions in this manual It contains important safety operating and maintenance instructions you will need ies protection and well being Dansons highly recommen ing both a smoke detector as well as a CO2 detector 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 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 out side air and MUST NOT BE INSTALLED IN THE BEDROOM in accordance with the Manufactured Home and Safety Standard H U D CFR 3280 Part 24 Che
20. THE BURN GRATE Diagram A The SUPER GRATE multi Fuel Burn Grate comes in one piece B and sits in the Burn Pot A Diagram B Ensure the Multi Fuel Burn Grate A is properly seated in the burn pot and holes are free from obstructions The burn grate front lip must sit firmly on the top of the burn pot Diagram B and C You may need adjust the spacer tab C if the burn grate fits loosely in the burn pot or if the Igniter hole needs to be closer to the igniter To do so grasp the burn grate adjustment tab C with a pair of pliers MANT and bend it slightly inward or outward until the burn grate top rest C C tightly onto the burn pot and grate fits firmly with slight play in the burn pot NI Diagram B Diagram C Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com E FILL THE HOPPER WITH FUEL Open the hopper lid by placing your fingers in the recessed handle on the hopper lid and lifting upward Lift the lid until the lid is fully open toward the back of the Stove and stays open by itself Ensure the hopper is clean of any debris MANUALS or other foreign objects that could jam up the fuel feed auger You may wish to wipe clean any oils or manufacturing leftovers using any cleaning agent and a cloth As well a light application of car wax to the hopper will aid in reducing build up of dust and fines within the hopper l Be caref
21. 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 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 For distances over 10 long 3 or 4 OD pipe is recommended then reduce to 2 Through The Wall Kits Include 3 FOOT PACKAGE PART 5150 1450 10 FOOT PACKAGE PART KS5150 1460 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 mmo NOTE Available from your local Authorized Dealer or Dansons Inc ae 1 877 303 3134 NLIS aital r UK TI i Figure 11 Hr bi KT Pe ji p CREAN Glow Boy Pellet www glowboystoves com Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within or can swing within i e drapes doors amp 36 of the heater Q Keep in mind the following placement concerns venting obstructions outside air electrical Q outlet wall thermostat heat distribution traffic patterns and room use size If th
22. a higher level Turn Heating Fan speed down Confirm mode of operation 2 Air Inlet Damper setting Check the setting of the air damper It may have be accidently closed or opened all the way Follow Fine Tuning procedure in this manual 3 Fuel Check on quality or amount of fines found in the fuel and hopper Check the moisture content Try different brand or different batch 4 Room or Home Check air flow patterns amount of insulation Location size of room ceiling heights and obstructions Glow Boy Pellet www glowboystoves com PROBLEM Fire burns with a yellow flame Fuel builds up in the burn grate Window gets real dirty quickly CAUSE 1 Insufficient combustion air SOLUTI Adjust the air inlet damper Check for blockage of air intake both inside as well as outside Confirm proper placement of burn grate Inspect and clean burn grate 2 Fuel Inspect fuel for amounts of fines and debris Change to dry clean fuel Use high quality premium grade fuel Adjust or fine tune feed rates 3 Air Leaks Ensure glass and gasket seated properly Ensure door is close and latched securely Check ash pan and gasket secure and tight 4 Combustion Fan Check and clean ash build up on fan propellers and exhaust intakes and venting Check for blockages Check for proper voltage to the stove Replace defective part and gasket 5
23. aint 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 Ensure that appliance is connected to a surge protection unit Fill the hopper with quality pellets Close the Hopper Lid Using the CCI AcuTron figure 5 PUSH the FEED RATE Touch Pad and this will start the auger and the combustion fan Glow Boy Pellet 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 TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT PELLET VENT TYPE t 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 2 Exception A single wall All Fuel Stainless Steel chimney liner may be used inside a fireplace or fireplace installations fig 8 3 Some venting manufactures do make PL vent for use with wood pellet fuel only and another type of PL vent for corn or bio mass fuels If in doubt plan for the future and use the corn or multi fuel 4 Use 4 dia vent if vent or liner height is over 15 or if installation is over 3 000 above sea level NOTE
24. as they may not be compatible I irbtonaoeras1 1 A100 4 4 amp A D CDAZL LLL LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLI 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 Mi SPRING SHUTDOWN COLD STOVE AND COLD ASHES ONLY After the last burn in the spring 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 hopper 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 Disassemble the EXHAUST FAN and CONVECTION FAN and clean off the internal fan blades Once you are finished unplug the appliance for added electrical protection Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystove Perr Manne SERVICE CONTRACTS Many Dansons Authorized Dealers as well as NFI or WETT Certified Pellet Specialists offer yearly customer service contracts The advantages of these are they establish an ongoing mutually beneficial relationship with a qualified service technician Many will offer an end of the season se
25. as this not an ash trap and will effect or block off the air flow to the grate DOOR GASKET Inspect the main door gasket periodically The main door may be removed to have frayed broken or compacted gaskets replaced EXHAUST VENTING 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 Check the clean out tees 4 and elbows 7 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 loose ash Open the bottom of the T 4 to dump the ash then vacuum as much of the ash out of the vent pipe as possible 3 or 4 inch diameter chimney brushes are available for chimney cleaning If the exhaust system has a screen 8 on it frequently clean the screen A plugged screen will shut off combus tion air and cause a fire to die or burn poorly WARNING Whenever any portion of the pellet venting is disconnected the joints must be sealed gas tight with High Heat RTV si
26. bag to bag Before performing a Tune Up ensure the burn grate burn pot and glass window are clean and free of debris If log option is purchased do not install until fine tuning is complete GIVING YOUR APPLIANCE A TUNE UP E START APPLIANCE AS PER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Let the appliance go through the entire START UP procedure When the FEED RATE LED stays solid turn the feed rate to the 4 setting or High Allow the appliance to run on HIGH for 10 minutes before you begin to make adjustments E Adjust the AIR INLET DAMPER This will have to be set as the factory can not send the units out with the damper pre set This is done to accommodate a wide range of installations elevations and fuel type and quality START rr Slide the damper closed pushed in all the way Emi Now open pull out the damp approximately 1 8 Watch the fire Check for the characteristics of a good fire see above for details Damper If not happy pull out the damper another 1 8 again check the fire Rod Continue opening the air inlet damper as needed to obtain a fire that is ses brisk enough to carry ash out of the grate but not so brisk that it on rear siae carries full sized pellets out as well known as Pop corning panel Mark the Adjusted AIR INLET DAMPER Fresh Air Once the damper is adjusted correctly simple take a Inlet screwdriver and scrape the paint off the rod right at the rubber grummet This wil
27. ck 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 shelled corn or wheat 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 3 prong grounded electrical outlet in accor dance with local building codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 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 the heater Do not unplug the stove if you suspect a malfunction Push the OFF Touch Pad and inspect the heater e The heater will not operate during a power outage If a power outage do
28. conds Then will adjust speed automatically to match the feed rate Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystove TO START con t After Pushing the START touch pad The appliance will automatically start in the 1 or low feed rate no matter where you set it FAN SPEED When the FEED RATE LED is flashing FAST this indicates the e unit has not reached 120 F exhaust temperature When the FEED RATE LED flashes at a SLOWER rate this 2 Q mo eer indicates the control has reached the 120 F temperature BYE and as entered a 5 minute Safety Delay 10 O0 O When the 5 minute Safety Delay is complete the IGNITER START LED and igniter will turn off and the FEED RATE LED will Id e E become solid meaning you are now in control enin G TO ADJUST HEAT Simply press the START FEED RATE touch pad to adjust heat output Note During start up you may adjust the feed rate This setting will take affect once the Start up sequence is complete TO SHUT DOWN Press the OFF pad OPERATING IN THERMOSTAT HIGH LOW CYCLE Flashing 3 amp 4 This requires purchasing the optional Wall Thermostat Add on Kit This mode of operation is preferred over the ON OFF mode during those long and chilly winter nights The life of the Auto Igniter is greatly increased and once you have the room to temperature it does not take as much energy to keep it at that temperature TO START Once this mode has been selected you simply press the ST
29. cone 3 8 Stainless Self Tapping Roll of Foil Tape Screws x 27 3 8 Stainless Self Tapping 2 Wood Screws x 10 Screws x 27 Outside Air may be obtained from a suitable duct passing through the ash clean out opening Ensure the chimney top is properly sealed to prevent intrusion of weather and down drafts with suitable flashings collars and sealants Glow Boy Pellet Biomass Main Floor Class A Tie In Adapter Clean Out Tee amp Cap 3 x 60 15 Pipe Length Tee Support Bracket PL Adjustable length PL to Class A Adaptor PL Pipe Adapter PL Clean Out Tee amp Cap PL Length of Pipe PL 90D Elbow PL Wall Thimble Single Wall Stainless Steel Clean Out Tee amp Cap Dripless Connection Class A Fittings 8 All Fuel Stainless Steel 7 Ceiling Support Firestop Spacer Flex Liner or PL Venting 4 8 Roof Flashing onson onnon E 9 Roof Flashing Liner Support 9 Storm Collar 3 10 Storm Collar 10 Vertical Rain Cap Bora 11 Vertical Rain Cap 11 Lengths of Pipe 12 HiHeat Insulation Tube of RTV Silicone 2 Tube of RTV Silicone Roll of Foil Tape Roll of Foil Tape 3 8 Stainless Selt Tapping 3 8 Stainless Self Tapping Screws x 2 utida Air Screws x 27 FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION E The Glow Boy y Series Multi Fu Fuel Inserts may be installed in either a masonry or factory built fireplace Installing Pellet In
30. e stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7 it must follow the d requirements in the section Alcove Installation FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS Stove and floor protection must be installed on a level secure floor NOTE It is important for your appliance to be level Leveling should occur below the floor protection pad The stove must be installed on a continuous grouted joints non combustible floor protector such as ceramic tile cement board brick 3 8 millboard or equivalent or other approved or listed material suited for floor protection Q THE MATERIAL S USED MUST HAVE OR COMBINE TO HAVE A MINIMUM INSULATIVE G RATING OF R1 Must extend 6in 300mm beyond the front of the stove as well as 6 in 300mm beyond each side of the fuel loading and ash removal opening s Must extend under and 2 to each side of chimney tee if used MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES Figure 10 15 2 From Back Of Stove to Combustibles 3 From PL Vent to Combustibles 2 From Side of Stove to Combustibles 2 From Back Corner of Stove to Combustibles 6 Non Combustible Surface In Front Of Heater 16 From Top Of Stove to Combustibles 36 to drapes doors anything that can swing NOTE Although not required for safety reasons it is strongly suggested that sufficient space be provided a minimum of 24 on each side of the appliance and at the back of the appliance to enable servicing the unit
31. easure Caulking Gun Circle Maker Allen Key wrench set Stud Finder Set of sockets or nut driver 1 4 5 16 and 76 Assortment of Phillip Robertson and slot screwdrivers Assortment of sheet and wood drill bits Flashlight Wire stripper and wire cutter Hammer Bubble Level Utility knife Adjustable pliers 6 to 8 inches Small hand broom and dustpan Furniture and Floor Protection Supplies Caulking tube of RTV Hi Heat Silicone Caulking tube of Clear Silicone Hi Heat Aluminum Foil Tape 2 long Wood screws 10 Assortment of sheet and wood screws Stove Bright Hi Heat Stove Paint Glow Boy Pellet www glowboystoves com THROUGH THE WALL DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION not preferred Figure 18 Select the location for your stove design the THROUGH THE WALL exhaust system and determine the brand and Size of PL vent to be used Position the floor pad Following the PL vent manufacturer s specifi cations mark and cut a hole through the wall to accommodate the wall thimble F and the out side air pipe I if outside air is to be used Re member that the outside air intake must be lo cated 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 silico
32. eed at a given setting and visa versa The extremes in corn size moisture and quality can cause several hours difference in burning time for a hopper full of fuel Heat production is directly related to the pounds of fuel burned per hour and moisture content of the fuel As fuel consumption goes down so will heat output and visa versa It is also important to vacuum out your hopper once to twice a month to assure trouble free auguring of the corn CORN DUST OR FINES FINES in corn are dust and pieces of corn shells cobs or husks and are the results of the corn breaking down from handling transporting and or storage Fines adversely affect the operation and heat production of a corn shop and home heater and greatly increase the require ments for daily and periodic cleaning Fines cause fuel to feed slower thus reduc ing the amount of heat produced at any given heat control setting STORAGE STORE corn in a tight container or use other methods to ensure they do not become rain soaked or absorb moisture from damp or wet floors This will also help to prevent rodents from becoming a problem Do not Store corn within the stove installation clearances or within the space required for clinker removal NOTE It is much easier to remove fines from the fuel before it is placed in the stove than it is to service your stove for a plugged hopper jammed auger and plugged exhaust system Pellets Corn or Wheat with excessive dust or fines may be screened
33. electrical signal is being sent to the auger motor It is 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 FAN SPEED Convection or heating 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 The FAN SPEED has 5 different speeds these are con trolled by pushing the FAN SPEED touch pad The Low LED will be solid when on the lowest fan speed the 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 Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com Before lighting a fire check to ensure the Burn Grate is clean and adjusted and the Ash Tray is not full For safety reasons use extra caution when lighting a stove that is HOT 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 or START touch pad The COMBUSTION FAN exhaust will start and op erate at full speed for 60 seconds then adjust down ward to match feed rate 1 The CONVECTION FAN heating will start and the LED will go solid on LOW setting The AUGER CYCLE LED will go solid for 3 seconds indicating signal being sent to auger motor m Place a small amo
34. ellet appliances ARE NOT plug n play 3 Know the quality and characteristics of the pellets or fuel you burn Pellets can vary greatly from company to company from load to load and occasionally from bag to bag 4 Be extra diligent in your cleaning program 5 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 l l l l l l l l l l With just a minimum of daily care your Glow Boy pellet appliance will provide years of clean l efficient comfortable and environmentally sound heating l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Thank you for selecting a Glow Boy multi fuel pellet appliance Sincerely Canadian Comfort Industries amp Dansons 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 pa Copyright 2009 Dansons Inc All rights reserved R ANSONS 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 Dansons Inc 14648 134th Ave Edmonton AB Canada T5L 4T4 emo A ae ae YT E RE Friendly Reminder A pellet stove insert is not designed or tested as a primary source of heat They are des
35. eration For this example we desire the Manual Operation Mode Press and hold in the OFF button while you are holding in the off button the following cycle will NOTE The St Point of th j FeedRates 1 amp 2 Thermostat Oo e Starting Point of the All 4Lights OU OR MAUS cycle depends on what A 2 9 un A Io M mode the control was in Manual Feed Rates 1 amp 4 You are in d control Only be concerned with the FEED RATE wv lights AII others do not effect the mode HORE ONT selection process ORORO ORE 0 9 E Thermostat 2d ME Exil Low High Mode e 1 9 uu 2 9 20 meo ue Lights may be difficult To see from an angle Step 3 Set mode of operation To choose the mode you want the board to operate in simply let go of the OFF button when the proper lights flash Then press the START touch pad to activate the setting OPERATING IN MANUAL MODE FEED RATE TO START 90 cues 3 O TO Step 1 Press the START touch pad It s that easy The control board goes through the entire start up automatically Convection heating fan will start if a speed was selected before 2 TO AUGER 1 ITO The 300 watt Auto Igniter will begin to glow and the IGNITER START FAN LED will be solid ae 0 The AUGER CYCLE LED will go solid for 3 seconds indi ION or cating signal is being sent to the Auger motor Combustion exhaust fan will start and operate at full speed for 60 se
36. ers i e in a steel fireplace liner or metal heat circulator shall not be blocked Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com FIREPLACE INSERT INSTALLATION Installing Pellet Inserts into Factory Built or Masonry Fireplaces cont Q Means must be provided for removal of the insert to clean the chimney liner Inserts that project in front of the fireplace must be supplied with appropriate supporting means A permanent metal warning label must be attached to the back of the fireplace stating that the fireplace must be restored to its original condition for safe use without the insert This sticker is supplied in the Owners Manual and accessories packaging found in the unit See the following statement THIS FIREPLACE HAS BEEN ALTERED TO ACCOMMODATE A FIREPLACE INSERT AND SHOULD BE INSPECTED BY A QUALIFIED PERSON PRIOR TO RE USE AS A CONVENTIONAL FIREPLACE When installing into a masonry chimney it is recommended that the exhaust vent be extended to the top of the chimney as shown in figure 26 However if the vent pipe does not extend to the top of the chimney the pipe must extend a minimum of 18 above the damper You must seal the damper area with a steel plate when using the direct connection method FULL CHIMNEY RELINE DIRECT CONNECTION Note This installation is recommended Note This installation not allowed in Canada for all chimney installations Liner Support e Glow Boy Pell
37. es 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 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 To prevent fingers clothing or other objects from coming in contact with the auger your appli ance is equipped with a shutoff switch which stops the auger when the hopper lid is open THE AUGER IS CAPABLE OF CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY AND THIS SWITCH MAY NOT BE DISCONNETED Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com 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 accumu late in the exhaust vent system when the stove is operated under incorrect conditions such as an ex tremely rich burn The flame will have a lazy orange color with black tips This indicates poor pellet fuel combustion NEVER block free airflow through 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 pres
38. et Biomass r1 PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3 CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE d INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT THE APPLIANCE MUST BY PLACED ON A NON COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE BOTH ON THE HEARTH AND WITHIN THE FRAMED AREA REFER TO FLOOR PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS IN THIS MANUAL The Glow Boy Series Inserts may be framed directly into a wall as either a horizontal or vertical vent installation see figure 27 28 The exhaust installation requirements are the same as for a freestanding stove Refer to Installing Freestanding Stove for information concerning installation and proper hook up of the exhaust NOTE Built in Installations require Enclosure Spacer Kit ACI 3HZ Horizontal Kit or ACI 3VL Vertical Kit Shroud 1 pue for d Po ww y Air Inlet Classic Step Top Insert Built In Glow Boy Pellet Biomass MINIMUM FRAMING DIMENSIONS The MINIMUM framed opening or clearances to all combustibles are as follows Combustibles include drywall or any paper backed product wood framing insulation vapor barrier or any other product as set out in our local building code Minimum Traditional Traditional BayView Bayview Required Unit Only Minimum
39. 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 Dealer Fuel Rate Setting Setting Approximate Burn Time on Amount of pellets burned 120 Ib hopper 55 Ib hopper j 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 35 hours 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 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 pe
40. h a minimum of three 3 of vertical rise above the appliance exhaust port Equivalent Vent Length EVL is the method of determining vent sizes and lengths that takes into account the effect of different component parts on air flow STEP1 To help you determine the correct size and or run simply fill in the chart below Pellet Venting of Elbows Multiply by Equivalent Component Component OR feet of Pipe Feet Equivalent 90 Degree or Tee 5 45 Degree 3 Horizontal Pipe x x x x Vertical Pipe Total Equivalent Co o Step2 Ensure the Total Equivalent is or is less than 30 KN o Step 3 Use the Sizing Chart to determine the proper venting size according to the Total Equivalent and the Altitude above sea level NOTE In some cases it may be necessary to contact Dansons Customer Service personal to determine acceptable venting 2345678 9 10 Altitude in Thousands of Feet Equivalent Pipe Length in Feet o Maximum venting height is 33 4l 33 configurations and altitude adjustments Maximum horizontal offset is 10 1 877 303 3134 30 Use the Equivalent Vent Length Chart to determine proper combination of component parts Use 4 Diameter PL Vent If venting outside of shaded area Vent must have a support bracket every 5 when on the exterior wall i Vent height and run must Use 3
41. hat the stove turns off and on repeatedly you may wish to turn the FEED RATE to a lower setting The lower setting will provide a more consistent heat output over time eliminating the need for the thermostat to repeatedly turn the stove off TRIM POTS Fine Tune Adjustments Factory Settings A X FUEL FEED rates at the Lowest number 1 and highest number 4 settings can be adjusted by Decrease Increase adjusting the fine tune trim pots located on the control panel To raise fuel feed turn trim pot FINE TUNE ADJUSTMENTS counter clockwise and to lower turn clockwise To assist in knowing what the change is you r should note the amount of time the light on the AUGER CYCLE LED stays OFF Note The light wv stays on when ever the fuel feed motor AUGER CYCLE is running Lengthening the time this 1 4 LED stays OFF lowers the fuel feed and shortening the off time increases the fuel feed FAN Combustion TRIM this trim may be used to raise or lower the amount of air moving through the burn grate for the cleanest burn ONLY when the control is on the Low Feed Rate 1 and only after the Air Inlet damper has been set during the High Feed Rate 4 Note If you attempt to adjust the 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 AUGER CYCLE The AUGER CYCLE LED indicates when a
42. if necessary If this space is unavailable a provision must be made to enable sliding the appliance out CLEARANCES STRAIGHT INSTALLATION THROUGH THE WALL INTERIOR VERTICAL Glow Boy Pellet Biomass CN amp CLEARANCE CONT CLEARANCES CORNER INSTALLATION 45 CORNER THROUGH THE WALL 45 CORNER m 12 Ja EN INTERIOR J ON VERTICAL A Figure 12 Figure 13 Note If interior vertical vent is used figure 13 the clearance to the back wall is determined by the upward turned Clean Out Tee It will vary in depth depending on the brand of PL vent used Before placing the stove connect the Tee and measure off the 3 clearance ALCOVE INSTALLATION Minimum clearances to combustibles Figure 14 amp 15 2 inch from back of appliance 10 inches from the sides 16 inches from the top 30 inches deep e ALCOVE THROUGH THE WALL 9 09 00 19 09 00 9 939 1 Mee Figure 14 Figure 15 Glow Boy Pellet G www glowboystoves com Before starting your Glow Boy Multi Fuel install we recommended you have the following list of tools ready This is not an exhaustive list but should go along way in making your installation easier Power Tools Shop Vacuum WITH Filter Jigsaw or Reciprocating saw Electric drill Extension cord 4 or 5 diameter coring bit and drill if going through concrete Hand Tools Tape M
43. igned to be a supplementary heat only thus working together with your heating source Please do not disconnect or remove your existing primary heat source Glow Boy Pellet amp Biomass www glowboystoves com GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY TESTING How YOUR APPLIANCE WORKS AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS PRE PLANNING PLANNING amp INSTALLATION CHECKLIST PLANNING EXHAUST SYSTEMS TYPE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DETERMING SIZE amp DISTANCE TERMINATION PLANNING OUTSIDE AIR APPLIANCE PLACEMENT FLOOR PROTECTION CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES INSTALLATION TOOLS OF THE TRADE STEP BY STEP DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION MOBIILE HOME INSTALLATIONS OPTIONS FIREPLACE INSERT MASONRY OR FACTORY BUILD IT IN INSERT OPERATION BEFORE LIGHTING YOUR FIRST FIRE USING THE ACUTRON CONTROLS CHOOSING YOUR MODE OF OPERATION MANUAL MODE THERMOSTAT MODES OPTIONAL UNDERSTANDING YOUR ACUTRON CONTROL LIGHTING YOUR FIRE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT TIPS FUEL Woop PELLETS CORN AND OTHER BIOMASS Glow Boy Pellet BioMass o 1o00n 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 MAINTENANCE REQUIRED ROUTINE CLEANING 33 2 TO 8 DAYS OR WEEKLY PERIODIC MAINTENACE 34 1 TON SEASONAL BI SEASONAL FALL START UP 35 SPRING SHUT DOWN 35 YEARLY MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS 36 TROUBLE SHOOTING 36 REPLACEMENT PARTS 39 LIMITED WARRANTY 40 NATIONAL FI
44. im 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 due 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 MANUFACTURER 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 li
45. l Minimum 1 clearance above grade Minimum 3 clearance above any forced air intake of any other appliance within 6 Minimum 2 clearance below eves or overhang Minimum 1 clearance horizontally from combustible wall Minimum 1 clearance to inside corner Must be a minimum of 36 above the roof and 24 above the highest point of the roof within 10 moogmog gt xT ron NOTE The following are not found on the above diagram Minimum 3 above a gas meter regulator within 3 horizontally of the vertical centre line of regulator Minimum 6 clearance to a gas service regulator vent outlet Minimum 1 clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony Permitted only if structure is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor Glow Boy Pellet www glowboystoves com Outside air is REQUIRED ON ALL MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS Outside air is strongly recommended for all other installations Failure to install intake d 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 such as PVC or ABS plastic 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 in stalled through the side of
46. l help in finding the right location again if the damper gets moved or adjusted accidently bone NOTE The best way and only way to set the Air Inlet Damper is fiuide at the FUEL SETTING 4 stove performing the Air Inlet Damper setting Check for the Decrease Increase characteristics of a good fire see above for details the flame FINE TUNE ADJUSTMENTS E Confirm Low 1 Feed Setting and burn only after 7 yx height will not be as tall If you need to adjust the amount of air going L through the burn grate you can adjust the FAN TRIM pot Using a small v screwdriver carefully adjust the FAN TRIM either up or down see diagram to give you 1 4 the optimum burn and heat desired Glow Boy Pellet Biomass FE SPEO OTOS WOD PEIES 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 Glow Boy Series appliance with its standard SUPER Grate is designed to burn PFII Premium or Standard quality wood pellets along with corn and grain or combinations 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
47. ld be set for the desired room temperature If the FEEDRATE 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 FAN SPEED In this mode the life of the IGNITER is reduced and the power consumption will be ITO higher If the thermostat calls for heat while the stove is still cooling down the stove will go through the START UP cycle 2 8 MED 8 Eel TO START 1 Once this mode has been selected you simply press the START touch pad to 9 70 O Activate the stove Once the start up cycle is completed the stove run on the START pre selected HIGH number 2 3 or4 setting till the temperature is reached d B Em TO ADJUST HEAT You can select the HIGH heat output level 2 3 or 4 by pushing the START touch pad IGNITER or 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 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 TO SHUT DOWN The thermostat will shut the stove down when the desired room temperature is reached The Feed Rate num bers 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 HINT If you find t
48. licone sealant Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com FAN MOTORS Clean the in take on CONVECTION ROOM AIR fan as well as the air holes on the motors of both COMBUSTION and CONVECTION fans annually 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 door 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 An excess build up of fines will lead to improper feeding and possible auger jams HINT To aid in the fuel sliding easily down to the auger you can wipe down the inside of the hopper with a car wax GASKET INSPECTION Air leaks into the firebox will decrease the appliance s performance greatly leading to excessive sooting inefficient burning and perhaps a malfunction Door Gasket Inspect the door gasket to make sure it is fully attached Use stove gasket cement to re attach if necessary If the door gasket is worn badly torn or flattened replace Ash Pan Remove the ashpan and inspect the gasket around the perimeter of the pan Re attach or replace the gasket if necessary Glass Gasket There is no
49. ll into the BURN GRATE and the AUTO SELF IGNITER will automatically ignite the pellets in approx 3 5 min Note If stoves fails to light within 15 minutes shut off the stove remove the pellets from the burn grate and repeat step 2 If stove fails to ignite a second time disconnect and contact your dealer 3 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 approxi mately 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 Run your appliance on HIGH 4 setting and turn off the room heating fan for approximately 1 2 hour to quickly aid in limiting these odors CAUTION Never use liquid or volatile fire starters to start a fire in your stove Do not in stall or 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 Glow Boy Pe
50. llet Biomass www glowboystoves com IT IS CRITICAL FOR THE CORRECT OPERATION OF YOUR STOVE THAT THE BURN GRATE AIR INLET DAMPER FAN TRIM AND 1 amp 4 FUEL RATE BE SET CORRECTLY A HIGH QUALITY FIRE should burn with a brisk vibrant yellow to white color flame When watching the fuel burn in the grate you should see a slight movement The fuel should not be just setting there doing nothing like couch potatoes At the same time you should not see most the fuel being blown out of the burn grate commonly know as Pop Corning Another way to confirm a proper air and fuel mixture is to view the amount the glowing embers off to the left and right of the burn grate If there are no or little embers the appliance requires more air If there are a large amount of embers and they continue to glow for over 15 to 30 seconds the appliance requires less air The proper setting will give you some embers and these embers will last no longer then 15 seconds 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 It is a good practice to check the quality of your burn every time you start on a new skid of pellets Because of handling tree quality season transportation etc fuel may not be consistent from ton to ton or even
51. llet 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 setting PFI PELLET STANDARDS www pelletheat org The Pellet Fuel Institute standards for residential quality pellets are Length 1 5 inches maximum Fines 1 4 Ib max per 40lb Bag Diameter 235 to 350 inches approx 1 4 to 3 8 Salts 005 by weight maximum Ash Content Premium Quality 75 by weight maximum 3 per 40 of pellets Standard Quality 2 5 by weight maximum 1 per 40 of pellets Check with your Authorized 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 corn or grains that you use we assume no liability caused by the quality of fuel used Glow Boy Pellet G AE POON SE DORN d The performance of your multi fuel burning appliance is greatly affected by the type quality moisture content and consistency of the shelled corn burned As the heat output of various quality corn differ so will the performance and heat output of your appliance lx CORN QUALITY Your Glow Boy Series appliance with its Super Grate is designed to burn only dry clean quality shelled corn up to a 50 50 mixture with wood pellets Cleaning
52. mited 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 Parts Service and Returns It is Dansons Inc policy that NO pellet appliance be returned to any dealer without prior authorization from Dansons Technical Service Department We strongly suggest that if you do need to order any parts or options or require service that you first deal with your local dealer Many dealers do stock parts and options The majority of the parts names can be found within this manual If for any reason you do not have a local dealer Dansons Inc is proud to offer the best technical and sales support in the industry Call TOLL FREE 1 877 303 3134 Additional Dansons Products www louisiana grills com www countrysmokers com Check our website for up to date accessories options and information Glow Boy Home Shop Heater www glowboystoves com
53. n the FAN SPEED should be set higher and visa versa To 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 MED HIGH on FEED RATE 3 or 4 When the START FEED RATE is ON the AUGER CYCLE LED will turn on when the auger is active When the OFF touch pad is pushed OFF the auger motor will not run fuel stops feeding and the fire will die The FEED RATE works in a synchronized manner setting both the fuel rate and combustion air at the same time When fuel is increased by setting the FEED RATE higher combustion air is automatically increased and visa versa MEMORY If a power outage occurs the board will remember the function it was performing and return to that function when the power returns MODE OF OPERATION SELECTION All 3 modes of running the control are now activated by using the OFF button to program More detail to follow in this section FAN TRIM Allows for fine tuning of the exhaust fan at the Lower 1 Feed Rate This aids in adjusting for fuel eleva tion venting and heating requirements Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves Ps PERANGI e IMPORTANT If at anytime your appliance does not seem to be operating as it had ALWAYS contirm the mode of operation E CHOOSE MODE OF OPERATION STEP 1 Decide on mode of operation Manual Operation Thermostat On Off or Thermostat Low High STEP 2 Find mode of op
54. ne 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 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 to stop cold air drafts 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 Optionally place a rodent screen cap G may be required in some locals on the end of the elbow G run a bead of RTV silicone around
55. oom by opening a window Turn off fan forced exhaust systems 6 Clogged exhaust fan or exhaust system Inspect and clean venting inspect remove and clean exhaust fan Check air passage below and behind the burn grate area 7 Defective exhaust fan 1 Burn Grate is not installed or seated properly Check for operation of the exhaust blower Turn off the heating fan listen for hum next to the exhaust side of the appliance The auto igniter will only start wood pellets corn and grain have to high a moisture content Ensure both parts of the grate are installed and seated properly 2 Burn Grate is clogged Remove and inspect burn grate Remove all ash and clinkers Ensure air holes are free of debris or build up 3 Igniter is not glowing Remove burn grate close door and re start the appliance If the igniter does not glow red inside the tube it is defective Remove back panel and confirm wire connections and condition of wires If igniter is defective the stove can be started manually See manual lighting instructions 4 Air Inlet Damper setting if igniter is glowing and burn grate is seated properly Check for proper setting Too much air or not enough air will effect starting time Check for blockage in the air intake connector and fresh air intake Unit starts fuel feeds and starts properly but no heat output 1 Control Board Ensure Feed Rate is set to
56. or 4 Diameter The diagram to the right will help to not exceed the distance PL Vent if venting in give you a visual reference soo e To achieve optimum performance keep vent runs as short as possible Especially on horizontal installations Glow Boy Pellet Biomass em PANNING RAUSTSISTEMS Lcrme PELLET VENT TERMINATION Figures 7 amp 8 Termination must be a minimum of 12 above the chase cap B note the chim Q ney must meet local codes for height above the roof or B other obstructions Must have an approved cap G to prevent water from en tering or a 45 elbow downturn F If the termination is located on a windy side of house an approved house shield is recommended to prevent soot from accumulating on the side of the house Q Must not be located where snow or other materials such as G leafs snow or grass could block it Must have a Metal Seal Plate or Wall Thimble at point A Figure 7 Figure 8 VENT TERMINATION CLEARANCES NOTE Horizontal terminations must protrude 12 from the wall vertical terminations 24 Inside Corner Minimum 4 clearance below or beside any door or window which opens Minimum 1 clearance above any door or window that opens Minimum 3 clearance from any adjacent building Minimum 7 clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways Minimum 2 clearance above any grass plants or other combustible materia
57. own when the exhaust temperature cools 120 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 HOPPER LID SWITCH This device is mounted inside the hopper and is connected to the auger feed system If the hopper lid is OPEN the switch WILL STOP THE AUGER FEED SYSTEM This is to prevent fingers clothing or other objects from coming in contact with the auger The auger is capable of causing serious injury and this switch MAY NOT be disconnected Left Hand Side View Exhaust Fan Side If the power does go out the pellet appliance will stop running When the power comes back on the stove will remember the function it was performing and return to that function Glow Boy Pellet SPECIACATIONS HEATING SPECIFICATIONS Approx Heating capacity sq feet 800 2 000 Approx Fuel burn rate per hour 1 5 5 lbs Hopper Capacity Freestanding Step Top 90 Ibs Approx Burn time at lowest setting 65 hrs Hopper Capacity Classic Insert Built in 40 Ibs App
58. rox Burn time at lowest setting 27 hrs Hopper Capacity Bay View Freestanding 60 Ibs Approx Burn time at lowest setting 48 hrs Hopper Capacity Bay View Insert Built in 40 60 Ibs Approx Burn time at lowest setting 27 48 1 Heating capacity will vary depending on floor plan layout of your home degree of insulation and ihe outside temperature Fuel size quality density and moisture level will also have an effect 1 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 pelletheat org for further information DIMENSIONS i F t D Ec s E Bay View Freestanding Bay View Insert Built In e jim M man e x Li m Air niet n Product subject to Change without notice Li I lt r 1 Step Top Freestanding Classic Insert Built I 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 not installed before operating this unit If power outages or disturbances are a concern you may wish to purchase a gas powered generator solar or battery back up system Ensure that it is a
59. rvice such as a through cleaning and equipment inspection and repair or replacement if necessary There will be a charge for this service Proper cleaning maintenance and the use of clean dry quality fuel will prevent the more common stove operational problems However when your stove is simply operating poorly or not at all the following trouble shooting tips may be helpful The following is not a exhaustive list For more details or updated information please check our website www dansons com and click on customer service contact your local authorized Dealer or Dansons Customer Service at 1 877 303 3134 DO NOT return the appliance without calling Dansons Customer Service for assistance WARNING Disconnect the electrical cord prior to opening the sides of your stove for any inspection clean ing maintenance or service work NEVER perform any inspection cleaning maintenance or service on a HOT STOVE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIO Stove Will Not Start 1 No electrical power Ensure the stove is plugged in to a 120VAC electrical outlet and a Surge Protection unit Check outlet for electrical power and proper voltage Check spade connections from the stove power cord to the main wiring harness Ensure door is closed and 2 Control Board Confirm mode of operation securely latched see OPERATION section for details Confirm power to the board by pressing the START Ensure ash pan is tightly touch pad Do
60. s very little maintenance However the following periodic maintenance is strongly recommended 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 CATCH Open the front door to expose the ash catch area on the left and right of the burn pot area Dispose ashes into a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be placed on a Non combustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal ASH TRAP COLD STOVE ONLY Remove the back plate from the back of the firewall by removing the 3 1 4 hex screws This will expose the 2ash trap Fly ash may be removed by vacuuming inside the trap area It is also good to use a brush bottle cleaner to reach up and down to scrape the build up off the metal areas 2 x ASH TRAPS found behind the rear cover plate Burn Pot Area Firebrick Backing BURN POT This is the pot where the pellets are burned in the grate When removing your grate for 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 DO NOT push the ash to the back of the opening
61. serts into Factory Built or Masonry Fireplaces The insert must be tested and meet the requirements of UL1482 US and or ULC8628 CAN when Tested in a masonry fireplace built per ULC S628 The factory built fireplace must be listed per UL127 or ULC8610 Clearances obtained from the masonry fireplace tests are also relevant for installation in factory built fireplaces Installation must include a full height listed chimney liner meeting type HT requirements 2100D F per UL1777 US or ULC 8635 CAN The stainless steel liner must be securely attached to the insert flue collar and the chimney top Means must be provided to prevent room air passage to the chimney cavity of the fireplace This may be accomplished by sealing the damper area around the chimney liner The airflow within and around the fireplace shall not be altered by the installation of the insert i e no louvers or outlet ports are blocked unless specifically tested as such for each factory built fireplace manufacturer and model line NOTE using a louvered faceplate surround complies with this requirement Alteration of the fireplace in any manner is NOT permitted with the following EXCEPTIONS 1 External trim pieces which do not affect the operation of the fireplace my be removed Providing they can be stored on or within the fireplace for re assembly if the insert is removed 2 The chimney damper may be removed to install the chimney liner Circulating air chamb
62. strative Rules 814 23 900 through 814 23 909 The Canadian Comfort Industries pellet stove has been independently tested and listed by INTERTEK 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 A Freestanding Room Heater A Fireplace Insert A Built in Insert A Hearth Stove A Mobile Home Heater The Safety Listing Label is located on the rear inspection panel for model CCGB1 and CCGB2 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 see diagram Glow Boy Pellet Biomass www glowboystoves com The operations and maintenance of your Glow Boy Series of multi fuel appliance are unique and should not be considered to be like a wood coal gas electric propane or oil heater stove or appliance Cautions Do not try to operate your stove with viewing door open Pellets will not feed under these circumstances and a safety concern may arise from sparks or fumes entering room If you are not drawing combustion air from outside care must be taken to allow for adequate air make up to avoid possible room air starvation when stove or other exhaust fans are in
63. sure 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 The 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 appliance and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage s In accordance with the procedures and specifications listed in UL1482 1998 amp ASTM E 1509 04 and ULC S627 00 and ULC S628 M93 for solid fuel room heater Tested and listed for use in Manufactured Homes in accordance with Oregon Admini
64. the paint glass burn grate fire brick 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 Glow Boy wood pellet appliance is installed by a Dansons Certified Installer 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 Glow Boy stoves as the manufac turer 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 The limited warranty registration card must be signed and returned to CANADIAN COMFORT INDUSTRIES INC by the owner Appropriate information is to be noted on the card All claims under this limited warranty must be made through the dealer where your stove was purchased If an inspection by the dealer indicates that a limited warranty cla
65. to remove most of the fines Screeners using a 3 16 mesh screen may be built or purchased from most dealers Glow Boy Pellet G Biomass www glowboystoves com WARNING Regular maintenance must be conducted for safe and efficient operation Disconnect power to the stove if maintenance requires the opening of service panels Conduct maintenance on a COLD appliance only Proper care of your Glow Boy SERIES pellet appliance 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 EXCHANGE ASH PIT and WINDOW daily and clean until a pattern of cleaning re quirement is determined As heating demands increase the need for stove and exhaust system cleaning and ash removal will increase EVERY 2 3 DAYS WEEKLY Heat Tubes Hopper CHECK BURN GRATE FOR CLINKERS B If the flames seem to be coming only from the sides Tube Scraper Auger or are orange black in color turn the stove off and check Window ee Auger Motor for build up in the grate Burn Grate gt Burn Pot me The most likely causes are Poor quality pellets exhaust system requires cleaning The air inlet damper requires adjustment To Clean Cold Stove Only Open door remove the burn grate knock
66. tural draft to help evacuate smoke from the appliance in case of power failure Follow the same basic steps in locating your appliance attaching the exhaust system and outside air intake to your stove as the previous examples mmm Basement or Main Floor Walkout Basement or Main Floor 1 Pipe Adapter 1 Pipe Adapter 2 Clean Out Tee amp Cap 2 12 Pipe Length 3 Tee Support Bracket 3 12 Adjustable Pipe Length 4 36 Pipe Length 4 Clean Out Tee amp Cap 5 12 Pipe Length 5 36 Pipe Length 6 12 Adjustable PipeLength amp Tee Support Bracket 7 90Deg Elbow 7 90DegElbow 8 Wall Thimble 8 Horizontal Rain Cap 9 24 Pipe Length x 2 9 Wa THiible 10 Horizontal Rain Cap Tube of RTV Silicone Roll of Foil Tape Roll of Foil Tape 3 8 Stainless Self Tapping 3 8 Stainless Self Tapping Screws x 21 5 eens x27 N 2 Wood Screws x 10 ood Screws x 1 Options Tube of RTV Silicone B Hearth Stove Existing Reline Main Floor Vertical Pipe Adapter 1 Pipe Adapter 2 Single Wall Stainless Steel Clean Out Tee amp Cap 2 Clean Out Tee amp Cap 3 Dripless Connection 3 3x60 15 Pipe Length 4 All Fuel Stainless Steel 4 Tee Support Bracket Flex Lii E 5 Ceiling Support Firestop Spacer 5 Liner Support 6 Roof Flashing 6 Roof Flashing 7 Storm Collar 7 Stom Collar 8 Vertical Rain Cap 8 Vertical Rain Cap 9 Hi Heat Insulation Tube of RTV Silicone 10 PL Vent Length Roll of Foil Tape Tube of RTV Sili
67. ul not to spill any fuel on the top of the stove and adjoining gaps Spilling fuel on the floor can also pose a slipping hazard CLOSE THE LID place finger into the recessed handle and With control pull the lid toward the front of the stove CAUTION WATCH YOUR FINGERS ACUIRONcowr II or HIw Memory amp FanTrim CONTROL www dansons com Memory amp Fan Trim Ec AcuUTron 11 FAN SPEED ORLO 2 meo ween CYCLE 1 ITO SAR Or eae tO To Turn OFF Press OFF Gan be used with optiona Wauthemonst n See Owners Manual tordetalled inciructons Basic Overview The AcuTron digital control board with Memory was designed to give you flexibility on how you want to operate your stove The AcuTron can be operated as a MANUAL control or by a THERMOSTAT When operating in the Thermostat option you can also choose to run your appliance in the ON OFF mode or the LOW HIGH mode The START or FEED RATE touch pad allows electricity to flow to your stove s 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 light and or burn properly the electricity to your stove s components will be shut off atthe end of 15 minutes 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 set to a higher positio
68. unt of a solid fuel fire starter such as those made from sawdust and wax or use wood shavings in the bottom of the burn grate Add a small handful of pellets to the starter material Add a small amount of fire starter over the pellets CAUTION DO NOT USE ANY FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE GASOLINE TYPE LANTERN FUEL KEROSENE CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR FRESHEN UP THE FIRE KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM THE HEATER WHILE IT IS IN USE Light the fire starter and slowly close the MAIN DOOR leaving it about 1 inch open When the pellets are burning close and latch the main door If the fire goes out when the main door is closed add 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 Adjust the FUEL RATE and the FAN SPEED to your desired settings you require upon completion of startup sequence w B 1 Push firmly on the FEED RATE or START touch pad The COMBUSTION FAN exhaust will start and operate at full speed for 60 seconds then adjust downward to match feed rate 1 The CONVECTION FAN heating will start and the LED will go solid on LOW setting The AUGER CYCLE LED will go solid for 3 seconds indicating signal being sent to auger motor The IGNITER LED will light up solid and the 300 watt igniter will begin to operate 2 On a primed AUGER system pellets will begin to fa

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