Blaze King PRINCESS PI29 User manual

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OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
PRINCESS PI29
SOLID FUEL CATALYTIC STOVE
Installer: Please COMPLETE THE DETAILS ON THE LAST PAGE
and leave this manual with the homeowner.
Homeowner: Please SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference.
U.S. EPA CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH 2020 PARTICULATE EMISSION STANDARDS USING CRIB WOOD
ATTENTION: The authority having jurisdiction (municipal building department, re department, etc.) should be
consulted before installation to determine the need to obtain a permit.
MANUFACTURED BY
Valley Comfort Systems Inc., 1290 Commercial Way, Penticton BC, Canada, V2A 3H5
web: www.blazeking.com email: [email protected]
0142WN019E
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PI29 PREFACE
The content within this manual describes the installation
and operation of the Blaze King PI29. It is against
federal regulations to operate this appliance in a manner
inconsistent with the operating instructions in this
manual. Blaze King grants no warranty, implied or stated,
for the installation and maintenance of this appliance
and assumes no responsibility of any consequential
damage(s).
This appliance was tested and listed to CAN/ULC-S628:2022 & UL1482-11 (R2022) by OMNI-Test
Laboratories. This appliance is certied to comply with the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s
particulate emission standards using crib wood. Under specic test conditions, this appliance has been shown
to deliver heat at rates ranging from 12,279 to 37,426 Btu/hr. This appliance has a manufacturer-set minimum
low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this setting.
This appliance contains a catalytic combustor which needs periodic inspection and may require replacement to
ensure proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this appliance if the catalytic combustor is
deactivated or removed.
EPA CERTIFICATION TEST DATA
Burn Category CO Ave Emission Rate
Low Burn 0.08 % 1.59 g/h
Med-low Burn 0.08 % 0.72 g/h
Med-high Burn 0.13 % 1.27 g/h
High Burn 0.17 % 2.19 g/h
EPA emission rate weighted average 1.26 g/h1.26 g/h
IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OR OPERATED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY
RESULT LEADING TO SERIOUS BODILY HARM AND EVEN DEATH. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, PLEASE
READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE. CONTACT LOCAL
BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
IN YOUR AREA.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT FULLY ASSEMBLING ALL COMPONENTS. DO NOT INSTALL
DAMAGED, INCOMPLETE, OR SUBSTITUTE COMPONENTS. FAILURE TO POSITION COMPONENTS
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DIAGRAMS IN THIS BOOKLET, OR FAILURE TO USE COMPONENTS
SPECIFICALLY APPROVED WITH THIS APPLIANCE, MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL
INJURY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including
benzene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
THIS APPLIANCE MAY NOT BE INSTALLED INTO A FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE. FAILURE TO COMPLY
WILL VOID ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS _____________________________________________________________ 6
PI29 SPECS .................................................................................................................................. 6
PARTS INCLUDED ...................................................................................................................... 6
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS ______________________________________________________ 7
SAFETY CLEARANCES _________________________________________________________ 9
CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS ______________________________________________________ 10
COMBUSTION AIR ..................................................................................................................... 10
DRAFT PERFORMANCE............................................................................................................. 10
ROLE OF THE CHIMNEY ........................................................................................................... 10
VENTING SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................... 11
CONNECTION TO A MASON CHIMNEY .................................................................................. 11
RECOMMENDED CHIMNEY HEIGHTS .................................................................................... 12
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS __________________________________________________ 13
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ..................................................................................................... 13
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND SMOKE DETECTORS................................................................... 13
INITIAL SETUP ........................................................................................................................... 13
DOOR INSTALLATION AND CHANGE-OUT............................................................................. 15
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ____________________________________________________ 16
YOUR FIRST FIRE! ...................................................................................................................... 16
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ 16
EFFICIENCY................................................................................................................................ 16
FAN OPERATION ....................................................................................................................... 16
SELECTING WOOD .................................................................................................................... 17
HOW TO USE MOISTURE METERS ........................................................................................... 17
FIRE POKER ................................................................................................................................ 17
BYPASS ........................................................................................................................................ 18
CATALYTIC THERMOMETER.................................................................................................... 18
THERMOSTAT ............................................................................................................................ 18
LIGHTING THE FIRE.................................................................................................................. 19
RELOADING PROCEDURE......................................................................................................... 20
OPTIMAL LOW BURN THERMOSTAT SETTING....................................................................... 21
WOOD BURNING IN THE SHOULDER SEASON....................................................................... 21
ICE - FORMATION AND PREVENTION..................................................................................... 21
CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR_______________________________________________________ 22
COMBUSTOR MONITORING..................................................................................................... 22
COMBUSTOR TESTING.............................................................................................................. 22
COMBUSTOR CLEANING .......................................................................................................... 23
COMBUSTOR REPLACEMENT................................................................................................... 23
COMBUSTOR WARRANTY ........................................................................................................ 25
COMBUSTOR TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................... 26

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MAINTENANCE_______________________________________________________________ 28
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE............................................................................................ 28
CATALYTIC THERMOMETER MAINTENANCE....................................................................... 28
THERMOSTAT MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................ 28
OPTIONAL FAN ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 28
ASH REMOVAL ........................................................................................................................... 28
LOADING DOOR TENSION ADJUSTMENT............................................................................... 29
LOADING DOOR GASKET INSPECTION................................................................................... 29
LOADING DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT .............................................................................. 29
DOOR GASKET PAPER TEST...................................................................................................... 30
DOOR GLASS GASKET INSPECTION......................................................................................... 30
DOOR GLASS GASKET REPLACEMENT.................................................................................... 30
DOOR GLASS CLEANING........................................................................................................... 31
BYPASS DOOR GASKET INSPECTION ....................................................................................... 31
BYPASS DOOR GASKET REPLACEMENT .................................................................................. 31
VENTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 32
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND REMOVAL................................................................................ 32
RUN-AWAY OR CHIMNEY FIRE................................................................................................. 32
TROUBLESHOOTING __________________________________________________________ 33
REPLACEMENT PARTS _________________________________________________________ 36
WARRANTY__________________________________________________________________ 38
INSTALLER NOTES ____________________________________________________________ 42

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SPECIFICATIONS
PRINCESS 29, PI29 SPECIFICATIONS
Flue Collar Opening 6” I.D. (152.4 mm)
Firebox Door Opening 16 3/8” x 8 3/4” (416 mm x 223 mm)
Firebox Depth 16 1/2” (419 mm) brick to brick, 20 3/8” (518 mm) brick to glass
Firebox Width 18 3/4” (477 mm)
Firebox Height 13 1/8” (334 mm)
Firebox Volume 2.57 ft3(0.073 m3)
Tested Fuel Length 16” (407 mm)
Wood Capacity (approximate) White Oak - 60 lb (27.2 kg) / Douglas Fir - 40 lb (18.1 kg)
Shipping Weight 325 lb (148 kg)
PARTS INCLUDED
1. Fire Poker
2. Manual Kit (w/ Warranty Cards, Catalytic Thermometer)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
1. Shroud PI 29” (S.Z4674) 2. Shroud PI 33” (S.Z4676)
3. Shroud Trim for S.Z4674 (S.Z0874) 4. Shroud Trim for S.Z4676 (S.Z0876)

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PI29
PI29 WITH 29” SHROUD (S.Z4674)
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
43"
29"
22"
23 3
8
"
20 1
4
"
30°
16"
21"
35 1
2
"
25 1
4
"
85
8
"
25 7
8
"
13 3
4
"
11 7
8
"

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PI29 WITH 33” SHROUD (S.Z4676)
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
47"
33"
22"
23 3
8
"
20 1
4
"
30°
16"
21"
35 1
2
"
25 1
4
"
85
8
"
25 7
8
"
13 3
4
"
11 7
8
"

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PI29 SAFETY CLEARANCES
MINIMUM CLEARANCES
This appliance must be installed in compliance with all local codes and regulations.
Refer to local codes and pipe manufacturer specs for required minimum clearances.
Minimum clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority.
Minimum replace opening is 25 3/4” (654 mm) W x 23 1/2” (597 mm) H x 12.5” (318 mm) D.
ASide of door ange to combustible wall 17” (432 mm)
BTop of door ange to bottom of 12” deep mantel shelf 26” (660 mm)
CTop of door ange to combustible facing and trim (3/4” thick) 14” (356 mm)
DSide of door ange to side combustible facing 15” (381 mm)
EMinimum side hearth extension from door ange 8" (203 mm)
FMinimum front hearth extension from door ange 16" (406 mm) in USA
18" (457 mm) in CANADA
A
B
D
C
18"
(REF)
RATING LABEL
ÉTIQUETTE DE CERTIFICATION
FLOOR PROTECTION
All installations require non-combustible oor protection extending 16” (in USA) or 18” (in Canada) in front
of the door opening and extending 8” to either side of the door opening. Blaze King does not recommend
adhesive based vinyl ooring in front of appliances due to thermal expansion and warping which could be
permanent.

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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS
COMBUSTION AIR
In air tight homes (most modern construction), careful considerations must be taken into account before
installing a wood burning appliance. It is important to ensure there is adequate intake (combustion) air for all
exhausting type appliances within the dwelling. Heat recovery ventilator (HRV) systems along with constant
running fan motors in air handlers are examples of appliances that must be taken into account when balancing
intake air (others include replaces, range hoods, dryers, etc.). It is recommended that a fresh air intake inlet
into the room where the appliance is located be installed. Failure to do so may result in air starvation, smoke
spillage, and carbon monoxide threats. Consult a HVAC specialist for proper installation practices.
DRAFT PERFORMANCE
Draft is the movement of combustion air into the appliance and out through the chimney as exhaust gas. In
essence, it is the di󰀨erence in pressure between the exhaust gas inside the chimney and the outside air that
creates this movement. Warmer, lighter exhaust gasses in the chimney tend to move upward. The amount
of draft created by your chimney can depend on chimney length, horizontal o󰀨sets, insulating properties,
local geography, external forces, and other factors. External factors (outdoor temperature, wind, barometric
pressure, topography, etc.) or internal factors within the dwelling (negative pressure from exhaust fans,
chimneys, air inltration, etc.) may adversely a󰀨ect draft.
Too much draft can yield very high temperatures within the appliance and may result in damage. An
uncontrollable burn or excessive room temperatures are indicators of too much draft. Too little draft may
cause back pu󰀩ng (smoke spillage) into the room and plugging of the chimney, chimney cap, or spark arrestor
screen. Inadequate draft can also lead to low heat output and the inability for the combustor to remain active
at low burn rate settings. Your Blaze King heater is a high e󰀩ciency appliance and will require ne tuning
of your chimney system in order to maximize draft performance. Blaze King cannot be responsible for
external forces leading to less than optimal draft performance.
ROLE OF THE CHIMNEY
The role of the chimney is to maintain su󰀩cient draft to achieve complete combustion. To ensure maximum
performance, Blaze King recommends a minimum vertical chimney height of 15ft (from stove top to
termination) when installing an appliance at sea level (and up to 1000ft of elevation). For freestanding
installations, it is also recommended to use double wall pipe from stove top adaptor to ceiling support box.
Double wall pipe helps to keep the chimney warm and improve draft performance. For wall exit installations,
a vertical length of 3ft from stove top to elbow is recommended. It is also recommended to use a pair of
45 degree elbows rather than a single 90 degree elbow to allow for a smoother transition of airow. When
possible, outside chimney systems should be isolated from the external environment by building a chase
around the chimney. Doing so will help keep the chimney warm and maintain su󰀩cient draft (please refer to
the “RECOMMENDED FLUE HEIGHTS” section). Without a properly installed chimney, this appliance will
not operate at its maximum performance which could yield incomplete combustion leading to more
smoke exiting the chimney system.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED WITH A CONTINUOUS CHIMNEY LINER OF 6” DIAMETER
EXTENDING FROM THE APPLIANCE TO THE TOP OF THE CHIMNEY. THE CHIMNEY LINER MUST CONFORM
TO THE CLASS 3 REQUIREMNETS OF CAN/ULC-S635, STANDARD OR LINING SYSTEMS FOR EXISTING
MASONRY OR FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEYS AND VENTS, OR CAN/ULC-S640, STANDARD FOR LINING
SYSTEMS FOR NEW MASONRY CHIMNEYS.
FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE CAUSING SERIOUS BODILY HARM.

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PI29 CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS
VENTING SYSTEM
All joints within the venting system must be securely fastened with sheet metal screws. Place a bead of
furnace cement around the ue collar connection to ensure the ue pipe is properly connected, secured, and
sealed. Do not use a ue pipe to pass through an attic or roof space, closet or similar concealed space, or a
oor or ceiling as in the event of a creosote re, temperatures inside the chimney may exceed 2000F (1100°C).
An e󰀨ective vapor barrier must be maintained at the location where the chimney or vent component penetrates
to the exterior of the structure. Do not connect this appliance to a chimney serving another appliance; To do so
will a󰀨ect the safe operation of both appliances and will void the appliance warranty. You must comply with the
local authority having jurisdiction.
CONNECTION TO A MASONRY CHIMNEY
It is recommended that the inner, cross sectional area of the masonry chimney be no less than the area of the
appliance ue (28in² or 180cm²). Ensure the masonry chimney meets the minimum standards per the National
Fire Protection Association by having it inspected by a certied professional. There must be no cracks,
no loose mortar, and no signs of deterioration or blockage. Ensure the chimney is properly cleaned before
installing the appliance.
Masonry or steel, including the damper plate, may be removed from the smoke shelf and adjacent damper
frame if necessary to accommodate a chimney liner, provided that their removal will not weaken the structure
of the replace and/or chimney, and will not reduce protection for combustible materials to less than that
required by the National Building Code. If the replace is modied to accomidate the appliance, the qualied
installer must attached a metal tag (supplied by the manufacturer) with screws or nails to the replace in a
location that is readily visible should the appliance be removed. The tag will state: “This replace has been
altered to accomidate a replace insert and should be inspected by a qualied person prior to re-use as a
conventional replace.”
Blaze King recommends the use of a stainless
steel liner, preferably insulated, inside a
masonry chimney. This is to help maintain a
proper draft to achieve optimal performance of
the appliance. A rough masonry chimney without
a good smooth liner can result in the rapid build up
creosote.
A chimney must extend at least three feet above
the highest point where it passes through the roof
and at least two feet higher than any portion of the
building within ten feet of the chimney.
Blaze King Recommend Installation

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CHIMNEY CONNECTIONS
RECOMMENDED CHIMNEY HEIGHTS
Every installation is unique, especially when considering geographical location. As previously mentioned,
maintaining su󰀩cient draft is of utmost importance, but this can be a challenge as draft can be heavily
inuenced by topographical and geographical phenomena. The understanding of pressure planes and the
stack e󰀨ect are imperative in planning and executing a successful installation.
As previously mentioned, Blaze King recommends a minimum vertical chimney height of 15 feet (from
stove top to termination) when installing an appliance at sea level (and up to 1000 feet of elevation). If
the install is at a higher elevation, please refer to the table below for recommended chimney heights:
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED CHIMNEY HEIGHT
ELEVATION
ABOVE SEA
LEVEL
NUMBER OF ELBOWS
0 2 X 15° 2 X 30° 2 X 45°
0 - 1000 ft
0 - 305 m
15 ft
4.6 m
16 ft
4.9 m
18 ft
5.5 m
19 ft
5.8 m
1000 - 2000 ft
305 - 610 m
15.5 ft
4.7 m
16.5 ft
5.0 m
18.5 ft
5.6 m
19.5 ft
5.9 m
2000 - 3000 ft
610 - 914 m
16 ft
4.9 m
17 ft
5.2 m
19 ft
5.8 m
20 ft
6.1 m
3000 - 4000 ft
914 - 1219 m
16.5 ft
5.0 m
17.5 ft
5.3 m
19.5 ft
5.9 m
20.5 ft
6.2 m
4000 - 5000 ft
1219 - 1524 m
17 ft
5.2 m
18 ft
5.5 m
20 ft
6.1 m
21 ft
6.4 m
5000 - 6000 ft
1524 - 1829 m
17.5 ft
5.3 m
18.5 ft
5.6 m
20.5 ft
6.2 m
21.5 ft
6.6 m
6000-7000 ft
1829 - 2134 m
18 ft
5.5 m
19 ft
5.8 m
21 ft
6.4 m
22 ft
6.7 m
7000 - 8000 ft
2134 - 2438 m
18.5 ft
5.6 m
19.5 ft
5.9 m
21.5 ft
6.6 m
22.5 ft
6.9 m
NOTE: No more than one o󰀨set (two elbows) are
allowed. Two 45°elbows equal one 90° elbow
For other common chimney components, use the following vertical height(s) to compensate for:
90° elbow = 2.0 ft (0.610 m)
“T” section = 3.0 ft (0.915 m)
1.0 ft (0.305 m) of horizontal run = 2 ft (0.610 m) of vertical rise
Example Chimny Height Calculation (at sea level):
Min Chimney Height = 15.0 ft (4.575 m)
One 90° Elbow = 2.0 ft (0.610 m)
2.0’ Horizontal Run = 4.0 ft (1.200 m)
One Base “T” = 3.0 ft (0.915 m)
Final Chimney Height = 24.0 ft (7.3 m)
The above gures are only guidelines, please refer to the “DRAFT PERFORMANCE” section.

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PI29 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OR OPERATED, A HOUSE FIRE AND/OR PERSONAL
INJURY MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND PERSONAL INJURY, FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS
AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Your Blaze King fan kit is equipped with a three-prong (grounded) plug to decrease shock hazard. This plug
should be inserted directly into a properly grounded, three hole receptacle. DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE
THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG. DO NOT ROUTE THE POWER CORD IN FRONT OF OR
UNDER THE APPLIANCE.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND SMOKE DETECTORS
All homes with a solid fuel burning appliance should have at least one re extinguisher in a central location,
known to all, and at least one smoke detector in the room containing the appliance. If it sounds an alarm,
correct the cause but do not de-activate or relocate the smoke detector.
INITIAL SETUP
1. Unpackage the appliance and position
infront of the replace opening (do not
slide into the replace opening).
2. Unpackage the shroud kit and set
those components aside.
3. Install the left and right shroud side
panels onto the unit by sliding them
inward onto the x4 protruding screws
on the back of the rebox, then slide
the panels down into the key hole
notch (Fig. 1). Once the side panels
are in the correct position, fully fasten
the x4 screws.
4. Before sliding the appliance into the
replace opening, determine how
much levelling will be required to
ensure a proper installation as the
appliance must sit level and be slightly higher than the protruding hearth front. At the rear corners and
below either front grille there are x4 3/8” NC nuts which recieve the levelling bolts supplied in the appliance
manual kit; thread in the levelling bolts accordingly to insure a level installation. If additional levelling is
required, use only non-combustible material to ll any space under the appliance (ie. rebricks).
5. Slide the appliance into the replace opening. Note: The leveling bolts may make it di󰀩cult to slide the
appliance over a rough hearth. To remedy this, there are x2 metal strips supplied with the appliance.
Position the strips below the levelling bolts and slide the appliance into the replace.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5. Working through the opening above
the appliance (where the upper shroud
panel will be installed) attach the ue
liner and appliance connector to the
appliance ue collar. If access to the
ue collar is too restricted, remove one
of the shroud side panels (as tted in
step 3) for additional working area. If
access is still too restricted, it may be
necessary to slide the unit out of the
replace openeing to make the ue
connection.
6. Once the ue connection has been
made and the appliance properly
positioned, install the upper shroud
panel by sliding it downward onto the
appliance such that the tabs on the
back of the shroud panel slide over
the receiving ange on the top of the
appliance. Complete the install by
fastening the upper shroud panel to
both the left and right side panels.
(Fig. 2)
7. Install the catalytic thermometer into
the hole in the appliance top.
8. Install the convection deck by
centering it on the appliance top and
then fastening it with x2 screws to the
upper shroud panel. (Fig. 3) Note: a
long drive bit will be required to reach
into the convection deck to fasten.
9. If purchased, install the shroud trim
kit by inserting the x2 corner brackets
into either end of the top trim piece
(longest piece) and positioning it along
the top edge of the upper shroud
panel, then position both side trim
pieces along the side edges of the
side shroud panels (be sure to enage
the corner piece) and fasten at the
bottom to secure.

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PI29 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH THE LOADING DOOR UNINSTALLED OR LEFT OPEN.
DOING SO MAY LEAD TO A RUN AWAY FIRE RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE.
DOOR INSTALLATION AND CHANGE-OUT
To install the door upon appliance installation or to change it out, follow these steps:
1. Align bottom door hinge hole with bottom rebox hinge pin. (Fig. 4)
Note: Door is heavy, hold rmly.
2. Lower door onto bottom hinge pin, then align top door hinge hole with top rebox hinge pin.
3. Lower door onto pins until door hinge surface contacts rebox hinge surface.
NOTE: If the door is satin or gold plated, please follow the instructions on the “PLATED
DOOR & TRIM CARE” card found inside the manual kit.
Fig. 4

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
All Blaze King free standing wood burning appliances are designed as radiant room space heaters. They have
been tested and certied to be installed in insulated, habitable rooms within your dwelling. The appliance has
not been designed to be installed in a concrete, uninsulated basement or in a shop/garage environment. Such
applications may cause the thermostat to be unresponsive due the constant call for heat resulting in appliance
being in a constant over re situation. Consequential damage from this type of operation will deem the
warranty null and void.
All Blaze King wood appliances are designed to burn cord wood only. Dimensional timber o󰀨 cuts, very low
moisture content small diameter wood and pressed wood logs, when used in excess, may result in excessive
internal rebox temperatures that can cause causing irreversible damage to the rebox’s internal structure.
Excessive temperatures can be caused by many small pieces of very low moisture content wood being used
as a primary fuel source. This may be evident by warping or warped internal plates and retainers, possible
cracking of the outer rebox and possibly premature failure of the catalytic combustor. All wood appliances
should be cleaned out and inspected at the end of every burning season to identify if any internal components
have been a󰀨ected during the burning season. If problems are observed steps must be taken to identify and
correct the problem before the subsequent burning season. Failure to do so will result in the warranty of the
product being null and void.
EFFICIENCY
E󰀩ciency was determined using the method outlined in B415.1-10 test method. It is represented by the Higher
Heating Value (HHV) as the fuel used during testing contains between 19% - 25% water moisture included in
the total calculated fuel weight. (Other test methods such as LHV or Low Heating Value, does not take the
water moisture into account).
Annual Fuel Utilization E󰀩ciency (AFUE) attempts to represent the actual, season long, average e󰀩ciency of
an appliance. HHV is the actual, calculated average e󰀩ciency obtained under test conditions. Using correctly
seasoned wood is important when trying to gain e󰀩ciency. The more seasoned (dry) the wood, the higher the
e󰀩ciency (less energy wasted on eliminating moisture during combustion). Operating your Blaze King at lower
settings will result in higher e󰀩ciencies as the fuel will undergo a more complete combustion. For maximum
e󰀩ciency, the appliance should be installed in a location that provides adequate intake/combustion air as well
as a location that will allow for the straightest run of optimal chimney length to establish necessary draft.
FAN OPERATION
Fans are an optional item for most Blaze King appliances. If fans are installed on your appliance, they should
be turned o󰀨 until the stove reaches normal operating temperatures. Approximately 30 minutes after a re has
been established within the appliance, the fan speed should match the thermostat control setting. (i.e. if your
themostat is set to a medium heat output then your fan should also be set at medium, low—low, high—high
etc.). We recommend the use of fans on all of our wood appliances. The fan system recirculates room air over
the hot surfaces of your appliance and helps spread this super heated air around your home.
YOUR FIRST FIRE!
The following pages contain information on the operation of the major components on your Blaze King
appliance. Please take the time to read through this section as it will give you a better understanding of how
your appliance works. This understanding will help you to operate your appliance at its optimum level thus
extended its life while allowing you to get the highest e󰀩ciencies from your heater.

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PI29 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2” / 5 cm
2” / 5 cm
SELECTING WOOD
It takes a great deal of energy to evaporate the moisture contained in green or wet wood and that energy will
not be heating your home. Green or wet wood will also greatly increase creosote issues. To ensure that your
wood fuel has a moisture content of 20% or lower, only use seasoned wood that has been split, stacked, and
protected from rain or snow for at least 24 months. Firewood should be split and stacked in a manner that
allows for air ow to all areas.
Both hardwood and softwood burn equally well in this appliance, but the more dense hardwood will weigh more
per cord and burn a little slower and longer. Never burn salt-water driftwood as it is very corrosive and will
deteriorate the structure of the appliance. The burning of salt-water driftwood will void the warranty. The only
way to accurately determine wood moisture is to purchase and measure with a moisture meter.
DO NOT BURN TREATED WOOD, COAL, CHARCOAL, COLORED PAPER, CARDBOARD, SOLVENTS OR
GARBAGE. BURNING THESE MATERIALS MAY RESULT IN THE RELEASE OF TOXIC FUMES AND/OR
CARBON MONOXIDE WHICH MAY RESULT IN POISONING. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE
FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA, OR ENGINE GEL. DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS
SUCH AS GASOLINE TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE, OR CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID TO START
OR FRESHEN UP A FIRE IN THIS APPLIANCE. DOING SO MAY LEAD TO OVER FIRING RESULTING IN
A HOUSE FIRE AND SERIOUS BODILY HARM.
THIS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED TO BURN NATURAL WOOD ONLY. DO NOT BURN WET UNSEASONED
WOOD. DOING SO CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE CREOSOTE ACCUMULATION AND IF IGNITED, CAN
CAUSE A CHIMNEY FIRE THAT MAY RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE CAUSING SERIOUS BODILY HARM.
BURNING AIR DRIED SEASONED WOOD WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF CHIMNEY FIRES AND YIELD
HIGHER EFFICIENCIES AND LOWER EMISSIONS.
HOW TO USE MOISTURE METERS
1. Randomly select three logs from your wood pile and split each one
down the middle.
2. Three points of measurement are required to determine the
moisture content of each log: 2” (5 cm) from either end and in the
middle of the split surface of the log. To take these measurements,
insert the moisture meter pins at the points described, keeping the
pins in line with the wood grain. Record each measurement.
3. Do this to all three logs and take an average of the readings (this is
an approximate indication).
FIRE POKER
The steel Fire Poker that is provided with this appliance serves
two purposes: 1) to manipulate fuel loads and 2) to remove the
ash plug via hook welded to the top plate (if the appliance is tted
with an ash drawer).

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CATALYTIC THERMOMETER
The catalytic thermometer is located on the top of the appliance. Its sole
purpose is measure the exhaust gasses after they have passed through the
combustor to indicate whether the combustor is ACTIVE or INACTIVE. It is
important to ensure that the appliance is operated in the ACTIVE zone. When
the thermometer reads INACTIVE it means that the combustor temperature is
below 500F and is not producing a clean burn. For the most accurate reading,
turn the fan o󰀨 for approximately 5 minutes before reading the thermometer.
For calibration instructions, please refer to the “MAINTENANCE” section.
BYPASS DOOR
Your catalytic wood burning appliance is tted with a bypass door which allows exhaust from the re to
temporarily bypass the catalytic combustor. The bypass door is located inside the dome of the rebox at the
top of the appliance. It is a hinged, steel plate door and is controlled by the bypass handle located on the
right side of the front of the appliance. To open the bypass door, lift the bypass handle up. To close, push the
handle down. NEVER OPEN THE LOADING DOOR WITHOUT OPENING THE BYPASS DOOR.
BYPASS
OPEN
BYPASS
CLOSED
THERMOSTAT
The thermostat is located on the right side of the appliance and is controlled by the a󰀩xed thermostat knob.
When the knob is positioned at the HIGH setting, the appliance will operate at its highest burn rate and deliver
its maximum heat output. As the knob is rotated clockwise the burn rate will decrease along with heat output.
Burn rate is greatly inuenced by location, installation, and external environment, so you may nd it necessary
to reposition the knob until you nd the ideal setting to suit your situation. Please note that all adjustments
to the thermostat should be done gradually as too rapid a change may cause the thermostat to operate
improperly. The thermostat is set at the factory. DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE THERMOSTAT, this will result
in a malfunctioning thermostat.
HIGH SETTING
MAXIMUM HEAT OUTPUT
ROTATE CLOCKWISE FOR
REDUCED HEAT OUTPUT

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LIGHTING THE FIRE
NOTE: As you heat up the appliance for the rst time, the paint will go through a curing process and will give
o󰀨 a strong odor coupled with smoke. To minimize the inconvenience, burn the stove at a low temperature
setting for several hours. It is recommended to open a door or window until the odor and smoke dissipates.
You may also notice a change in color as the paint cures, this is normal and will appear uniform after
subsequent rings.
1. ENSURE ALL BRICKS ARE CORRECTLY POSITIONED INSIDE THE FIREBOX AND BUILD THE
FIRE DIRECTLY ON THE BRICK IN THE BOTTOM OF THE STOVE. DO NOT USE A GRATE.
2. Position the thermostat to the HIGH setting and turn the fan (if tted) OFF.
3. Open both the loading door and the bypass door.
4. Place 10 balls of non-glossy paper towards the front of the bottom of the rebox then stack 20 pieces of
kindling on top of the paper in a crisscross fashion (leaving air gaps in between sticks).
5. Light the re and allow it to get a good start while leaving the loading door cracked open (approximately
3 to 5 minutes). DO NOT LEAVE THE STOVE UNATTENDED.
6. Once the kindling is fully on re, place two or three medium size logs onto the re. Keeping the loading
door unlatched, allow the logs to catch re (approximately 5 minutes). DO NOT LEAVE THE STOVE
UNATTENDED.
7. Once the logs are burning, latch the loading door shut BUT keep the bypass door open. Leaving the
loading door open after the wood load has caught re may cause premature failure of the catalytic
combustor.
8. When nearly all of the wood in the rebox is fully burning, nish loading the appliance. Lay the wood as
far back in the stove as possible. Latch the loading door shut and observe the catalytic thermometer.
Once the needle is in the ACTIVE ZONE, close the bypass door.
9. Let the re burn with the thermostat at the HIGH setting for 20-30 minutes or until the re is well
established. This ensures that the stove, catalyst, and wood load are all stabilized at optimum operating
temperatures. The temperature in the stove and the gases entering the combustor must be raised to
at least 500F (indicated by the thermometer needle in the ACTIVE ZONE) for catalytic activity to be
initiated.
10. After 20-30 minutes or once the re is well established, gradually turn the thermostat down to the
desired heat output setting. Please note that if the thermostat is turned down too low too quickly, the
re may go out or the combustor may stop working, indicated by the thermometer needle falling into the
INACTIVE ZONE. If this happens, simply turn the thermostat back to a higher heat output setting to let
the re reestablish itself.
11. If an optional fan kit is installed, turn the fan on after the initial warm up period of 20-30 minutes.
Probably the least understood requirement of maintaining a good re is that of establishing a good base of
coals or embers. A glowing hot coal bed will help to maintain more even temperatures as well as assist in
relighting the next fuel load. Put as much wood into the appliance as needed, practice will teach the amount
of wood necessary to keep the re going until the next reloading time. Don’t be afraid to ll it completely if
necessary. With the Blaze King thermostat, the wood will only burn at the rate set on the thermostat. Once
the re is established, the appliance should be left to complete the full burn cycle. This is evident by a) only
a glowing coal bed (ember bed) remaining or b) the catalytic thermometer hovers just inside the active zone.
Following this procedure will maximize the e󰀩ciency of the appliance as well as limit exhaust emissions and
smoke spillage.

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THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. CHILDREN AND PETS MUST BE KEPT FROM
TOUCHING THE APPLIANCE WHEN IN USE. COMBUSTIBLE OBJECTS MUST BE KEPT A MINIMUM OF
48”(1219 MM) FROM THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE. COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL SUCH AS CLOTHING
OR FURNITURE PLACED TOO CLOSE TO THE APPLIANCE CAN CATCH FIRE. DO NOT STORE WOOD
WITHIN THE SPECIFIED SAFETY CLEARANCES OR WITHIN THE SPACE REQUIRED FOR RE-FUELING
AND ASH REMOVAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS OR RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE
CAUSING SERIOUS BODILY HARM.
RELOADING PROCEDURE
WHEN PREPARING TO RELOAD, IF THE NEEDLE ON THE CATA-
LYTIC THERMOMETER IS STILL IN THE ACTIVE ZONE, FOLLOW
THE PROCEDURE BELOW; IF THE NEEDLE HAS DROPPED INTO
THE INACTIVE ZONE, REFER BACK TO THE “LIGHTING THE
FIRE” PROCEDURE ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE.
It is important to note that the catalytic thermometer is simply display-
ing the temperature of the catalytic combustor. It may be used as an
aid when it comes to identifying a reload point, but other factors such
as lack of fuel in the rebox or dropping room temperatures should be
used as well.
1. Have your next load of wood ready before beginning. Turn the thermostat to HIGH to ensure the remaining
coal bed is active before relaoding. Wait 2 minutes for the air ow to stabilize.
2. To help minimize smoke spillage into the room, you may wish to open the bypass door and again wait 2
minutes for the air ow to stabilize.
3. Crack open the loading door to allow ambient room air to be introduced into the rebox, this may take a
minute to stabilize.
4. Slowly open the loading door and proceed to reload the rebox. If you experience excessive smoke
spillage, slightly close the loading door to re-establish a draft through the chimney.
5. Once loaded, latch the loading door shut and (if opened) close the bypass door immediately. Let the re
burn on the HIGH thermostat setting for 20 to 30 minutes OR until the re is very well established. At that
point, turn the thermostat down to the desired setting. Keep in mind, you may not see a large amount
of ame activity in the lower thermostat setting. The thermometer needle will remain in the active zone
indicating that the burn cycle is continuing.
6. Should you burn the stove on a very low setting for extended periods of time, you will begin to see
creosote deposits forming on the glass door. To remove these deposits, simply run the stove on HIGH for
approximately 30 minutes. The HIGH setting will burn o󰀨 most of the deposits
Note: Our loading instructions are outlined in general terms due to the vast array of variables that arise
with each installation. Such variables include type of wood fuel, chimney height and conguration,
installation altitude, seasonal weather conditions, and the desired heat output required. Over time you
will learn which settings are necessary to achieve optimal performance with your specic installation.