CADDY PF01102 User manual

45833A
Printed in Canada 07-06-2016
Installation and operating instructions
for the MAX CADDY WOOD FURNACE
(PF01102 model)
Certified according to CSA B415.1-10, CSA B366.1, UL391,
CSA C22.2 NO.236, UL 1995, CAN/CSA B140.4 and UL 727
FURNACE MODELS INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL
WOOD ONLY COMBINATION
20 kW / 25 kW AND OIL
Read these instructions carefully before installing
and operating your furnace.
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have purchased one of the finest wood or combination furnaces available
on the market. We are confident that your furnace will provide years of comfort
and safe operation.
Please keep this document!
Verified and tested for Canada and
the United States by an accredited
laboratory.
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer’s
web site. It is a copyrighted document. Re-sale is strictly
prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time
to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or
damages arising out of the use of information contained in any
manual obtained from unauthorized sources.
Eco-energy at the hearth
of your home
PSG
250, de Copenhague,
St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec)
CANADA G3A 2H3

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TABLE OF CONTENT
1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. APPLIANCE PERFORMANCE
(1)
................................................................................................................................................ 6
3. GENERAL FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
4. SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5. MAX CADDY FURNACE TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................................................... 9
6. FURNACE DIMENSIONS........................................................................................................................................................... 9
7. CHIMNEY AND DRAFT............................................................................................................................................................ 11
8. SAFETY RULES....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
8.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................................................................................... 11
8.2. ODOUR FROM THE PAINT............................................................................................................................................. 11
8.3. ASH DISPOSAL............................................................................................................................................................... 11
8.4. CREOSOTE BUILD-UP AND REMOVAL......................................................................................................................... 11
8.5. SMOKE DETECTOR....................................................................................................................................................... 12
8.6. DOOR GLASS................................................................................................................................................................. 12
8.6.1. GLASS SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 12
8.7. ASH DRAWER................................................................................................................................................................. 12
8.8. ASH GRATE.................................................................................................................................................................... 12
MAX CADDY WOOD ONLY FURNACE, COMBINED WOOD / ELECTRIC OR PARALLEL ADD-ON PF01102 ............................ 13
9. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................................................................ 14
9.1. BLOWER INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................... 14
9.2. LINK BOARD INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION........................................................................................................ 14
9.3. TOUCHSCREEN INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION.................................................................................................. 18
9.4. HOT AIR PLENUM TEMPERATURE PROBE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION (RTD)............................................ 19
9.5. SERVOMOTOR INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION.................................................................................................... 20
9.6. UNIT LOCATION............................................................................................................................................................. 21
9.7. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS AND FLOOR PROTECTION............................................. 21
9.7.1. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS .......................................................................................... 22
9.7.2. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES MATERIALS FOR AIR RETURN DUCT............................................... 23
9.7.3. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES MATERIALS FOR HOT AIR PLENUM................................................. 23
9.7.4. FLOOR PROTECTION.................................................................................................................................................... 23
9.8. FLUE AND BAROMETRIC DRAFT CONTROL CONNECTION....................................................................................... 24
9.9. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ....................................................................................................................................... 25
9.10. DAMPER ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
9.11. COMBUSTION AIR AND FRESH AIR INTAKE ADAPTER INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)............................................... 25
9.12. HOT AIR PLENUM........................................................................................................................................................... 26
9.13. PARALLEL INSTALLATION (US ONLY).......................................................................................................................... 26
9.14. ELECTRICAL ELEMENT INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL).................................................................................................. 29
9.14.1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................................. 29
9.14.2. CONNECTING THE ELECTRICAL ELEMENT................................................................................................................ 29
10. THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................................. 30
10.1. WOOD FURNACE ONLY................................................................................................................................................. 30
10.1.1. COMBINATION WOOD-ELECTRIC OR WOOD-OIL FURNACE..................................................................................... 30
10.1.2. COMBINATION WOOD-ELECTRIC-OIL ......................................................................................................................... 30
10.2. INSTALLATION OF AN AIR CONDITIONING UNIT......................................................................................................... 31
10.3. HEATPUMP INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................... 31
10.4. INSTALLATION OF A DOMESTIC WATER PRE-HEATING SYSTEM OR A HUMIDIFIER ............................................. 32
11. CONFIGURATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................... 32
11.1. CONTROLS SYSTEM ..................................................................................................................................................... 32
11.2. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION........................................................................................................................................... 33
11.3. TOUCH SCREEN............................................................................................................................................................ 33
11.3.1. ICONS DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................................................................... 33
11.3.2. LANGUAGE SELECTION AND TEMPERATURE UNIT................................................................................................... 34
11.4. ADDING AUXILIARY HEATING SOURCE AND SELECTION OF OPTIONS................................................................... 34
11.4.1. TRANSITION TO AN AUXILIARY HEAT SOURCE.......................................................................................................... 34
11.4.2. TRANSITION SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................................ 34
11.4.3. AUXILIARY HEAT SOURCE PRIORITIZATION.............................................................................................................. 35
11.4.4. EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE PROBE............................................................................................................................. 35
11.4.4.1. “BI-ENERGY” FUNCTION ............................................................................................................................................... 35
11.5. DISTRIBUTION BLOWER SPEED CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................... 36
11.5.1. DISTRIBUTION FAN SPEEDS........................................................................................................................................ 36
11.6. SYSTEM BALANCING .................................................................................................................................................... 36
11.7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................................................ 37
11.7.1. HEAT M ODE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 37

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11.7.2. COOL M ODE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 37
11.7.3. CIRC M ODE ( AIR CIRCULATION )........................................................................................................................................... 37
11.8. WOOD HEATING ............................................................................................................................................................ 38
11.8.1. LIGHTING........................................................................................................................................................................ 38
11.8.2. PREHEATING ................................................................................................................................................................. 38
11.8.3. HEATING......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
11.8.4. EARLY SIGNS OF AN OVERFIRED FURNACE:............................................................................................................. 38
11.8.5. WOOD AS HEATING FUEL............................................................................................................................................. 39
11.8.6. PROLONGED POWER FAILURE.................................................................................................................................... 39
11.8.7. CHIMNEY FIRES............................................................................................................................................................. 39
11.8.8. LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT........................................................................................................................................... 39
12. MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................ 40
12.1. MAINTENANCE OF THE EXCHANGERS....................................................................................................................... 40
12.2. CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................. 41
12.3. SMOKE PIPE INSPECTION............................................................................................................................................ 41
12.4. BLOWER MOTOR MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................ 41
12.5. FILTERS.......................................................................................................................................................................... 41
12.5.1. AIR FILTER DIMENSIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 41
12.6. DOOR GASKET MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................................... 41
12.6.1. DOOR ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................. 41
13. REPLACEMENT PARTS.......................................................................................................................................................... 42
13.1. DOOR GLASS................................................................................................................................................................. 42
13.2. GASKET.......................................................................................................................................................................... 42
14. TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................................................................................. 42
14.1. VALIDATING STATUS OF A COMPONENT.................................................................................................................... 43
14.1.1. DISTRIBUTION BLOWER............................................................................................................................................... 43
14.1.2. AIR DAMPER, HOT WATER AND HUMIDIFIER.............................................................................................................. 43
14.1.3. TEMPERATURE PROBE (RTD)...................................................................................................................................... 44
14.2. MAIN ERROR CODES, POSSIBLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS.................................................................................... 44
14.2.1. UNIT OVERHEAT............................................................................................................................................................ 44
14.2.2. NO HEAT......................................................................................................................................................................... 45
14.2.3. COMMUNICATION ERROR............................................................................................................................................ 45
14.2.4. SMOKE SMELL............................................................................................................................................................... 46
14.2.5. THE LCD TOUCH SCREEN DOES NOT LIGHTUP......................................................................................................... 46
14.2.6. AUXILIARY OVERRIDE .................................................................................................................................................. 46
15. GENERAL ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM....................................................................................................................................... 47
16. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM FOR PARALLEL FURNACE .......................................................................................................... 48
17. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM FOR ELECTRIC UNIT..................................................................................................................... 49
WOOD/OIL COMBINATION FURNACE............................................................................................................................................ 50
18. GENERAL NOTES ................................................................................................................................................................... 52
19. DRAFT AND CHIMNEY............................................................................................................................................................ 52
20. OIL TANK AND PIPING ........................................................................................................................................................... 52
21. BURNER PUMP........................................................................................................................................................................ 52
22. APPLIANCE INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................. 53
22.1. UNIT LOCATION...................................................................................................................................................................... 53
22.2. PARALLEL INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................................... 53
22.3. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ................................................................................................. 53
22.4. FLOOR PROTECTION ............................................................................................................................................................. 54
22.5. HOT AIR PLENUM ................................................................................................................................................................... 54
22.6. CONNECTING PIPE AND MANUAL DAMPER ....................................................................................................................... 54
22.7. DIFFERENT INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................... 55
22.8. COMBUSTION AIR................................................................................................................................................................... 56
22.9. ELECTRICAL WIRING ............................................................................................................................................................. 56
22.10. THERMOSTAT................................................................................................................................................................ 56
23. OPERATION INSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 56
23.1. FAN SPEED CONTROL........................................................................................................................................................... 56
23.2. COMBUSTION SAFETY CONTROL........................................................................................................................................ 56
23.3. PRE-PURGE............................................................................................................................................................................. 56
23.4. SAFE OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................................. 56

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23.5. TEMPORARY DISENGAGEMENT OF THE BURNER ............................................................................................................ 56
23.6. COMBUSTION ADJUSTMENT AND VERIFICATION ............................................................................................................. 57
23.6.1. COMBUSTION VERIFICATION PROCEDURE:.............................................................................................................. 57
23.6.2. ELECTRODES SETTING................................................................................................................................................ 58
23.7. APPLIANCE START-UP .......................................................................................................................................................... 59
23.8. PROLONGED CLOSING.......................................................................................................................................................... 59
24. TECHNICAL DATA................................................................................................................................................................... 59
24.1. UH –MAX CADDY .................................................................................................................................................................... 59
25. MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................ 59
25.1. MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................ 59
25.2. SERVICE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
25.3. FILTERS................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
26. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM BECKETT OIL UNIT ....................................................................................................................... 61
27. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM RIELLO OIL UNIT........................................................................................................................... 62
28. LINK BOARD OPTIONS CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................... 63
28.1. ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION................................................................................................................................................ 63
28.2. OUTDOOR PROBE.................................................................................................................................................................. 63
28.3. HOT WATER ............................................................................................................................................................................ 63
28.4. 24V ADDITIONNAL EQUIPMENT............................................................................................................................................ 64
28.5. AIR CONDITIONNING DAMPER.............................................................................................................................................. 64
28.6. HUMIDIFIER............................................................................................................................................................................. 64
28.7. HEAT PUMP............................................................................................................................................................................. 65
29. EXPLODED VIEW AND PART LIST........................................................................................................................................ 65
PSG LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY (REGULAR)......................................................................................................................... 78
PSG LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY (PRIVILEGE) ....................................................................................................................... 79

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IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE INSTALLATION OF THIS CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM MUST BE PERFORMED BY A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. PSG RESERVES ITSELF THE RIGHT TO VOID ITS WARRANTY
OR DENY TECHNICAL ADVICE IF THE FURNACE HAS NOT BEEN SOLD OR INSTALLED BY
A PROFESSIONAL.
REGISTER YOU WARRANTY ONLINE
To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date
you purchased your furnace. Keep your sales invoice. We also recommend
that you register your warranty online at
http://www.caddyfurnaces.com/en/warranty/warranty-registration
Registering your warranty online will help us track rapidly the information we
need on your furnace.
WARNING : THE INSTALLATION OF THIS APPLIANCE REQUIRES THE ADDITION OF A BLOWER ASSEMBLY
(PA08566) NOT INCLUDED.
1. INTRODUCTION
Take note that this furnace operates like an EPA wood burning stove. This applies to the lighting, the ember bed, and
the minimum combustion air intake which was determined based on the use of good seasoned cordwood.
The Max Caddy furnace was tested and approved according to the CSA B415.1-10 Standard.
To optimize the efficiency of your furnace, here is some advice that you should follow when installing or operating your
Max Caddy.
•Respect the local codes (when in doubt, consult your local dealer);
•Make sure your furnace is installed according to the instructions on the certification label;
•All controls and adjustments must be performed by a qualified technician. The blower speed must conform to
the recommendations of local codes and should respect the static pressure ranges in the warm air plenum of
the furnace.
We recommend that our wood burning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in
the United States by NFI (National Fireplace Institute
®
) or in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technical Training) or in
Quebec by APC (Association des Professionnels du Chauffage).

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2. APPLIANCE PERFORMANCE
(1)
Fuel type Dry cordwood
Recommended heating area
[*]
1,500 to 3,500 ft² (139 to 325 m²)
Firebox volume 4.9 ft³ (0.139 m³)
Maximum burn time
[*]
17 h
Maximum input capacity (dry cordwood)
(2)
421,000 BTU
Overall heat output rate (min. to max.)
(3)
19,243 BTU/h to 67,069 BTU/h (5.6 kW to 19.6 kW)
Nominal heat output at 15lb/ft³ fuel loading density 100,000 BTU/h
Average overall efficiency
(4)
78.9% (HHV)
(5)
85 % (LHV)
(6)
Delivered heat output rate (min. to max.)
(7)
16,109 BTU/h to 54,578 BTU/h (4.7 kW to 16.0 kW)
Average delivered efficiency
(8)
64.8% (HHV)
(5)
70.2% (LHV)
(6)
Optimum efficiency
(9)
85.8%
Average particulate emissions rate
(10)(11)
0.735 lb/mmBTU (0.316 g/MJ)
Average CO
(12)
13.67 lb/mmBTU (5.88 g/MJ)
Average electrical power consumption
(13)
360 Wh
[*]
Recommended heating area and maximum burn time may vary subject to location in home, chimney draft, heat loss factors,
climate, fuel type and other variables. The recommended heating area for a given appliance is defined by the manufacturer as its
capacity to maintain a minimum acceptable temperature considering that the space configuration and the presence of heat
distribution systems have a significant impact in making heat circulation optimum.
(1)
Values are as measured per CSA B415.1-10, except for the recommended heating area, firebox volume, maximum burn time
and maximum input capacity. Performances based on a fuel load prescribed by the standard at 10 lb/ft³ and with moisture
content between 18% and 28%.
(2)
Input value at 10lb/ft³ fuel loading density and dry energy value of 8,600BTU/lb.
(3)
Overall: Radiated and delivered heat together at10lb/ft³ fuel loading density over one total burn cycle.
(4)
Efficiency based on delivered heat when allowing cycling from high to low burn to simulate thermostat demand.
(5)
Higher Heating Value of the fuel.
(6)
Lower Heating Value of the fuel.
(7)
Delivered: Remotely provided to other rooms through ducting at 10 lb/ft³ fuel loading density over one total burn cycle.
(8)
Efficiency based on radiated and delivered heat when allowing cycling from high to low burn to simulate thermostat demand.
(9)
Optimum overall efficiency at a specific burn rate (LHV).
(10)
Based on delivered heat output.
(11)
This appliance is officially tested and certified by an independent agency.
(12)
Carbon Monoxyde. Based on overall heat output at 10lb/ft³ fuel loading density.
(13)
Unless stated otherwise, measures were taken directly at the main power source and include all electrical components present in
the appliance.

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3. GENERAL FEATURES
Maximum log length 25 in (635 mm) / north-south*
Diameter of the flue collar 6 in (152 mm)
Recommended connector pipe diameter 6 in (152 mm) if installed as wood only or combined wood-electric
Mandatory connector pipe diameter 7 in (178 mm) if installed as combined wood-oil
Recommended chimney diameter 6 in (152 mm) if installed as wood only or combined wood-electric
Mandatory chimney diameter 7 in (178 mm) if installed as combined wood-oil
Required type of chimney CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F)
Baffle material C-Cast
Add-on installation US only
Alcove installation Not approved
Mobile home installation
‡
Not approved
Appliance weight (without option) 614 lb (279 kg)
Shipping weight (without option) 729 lb (331 kg)
Blower (wood or wood/electric options only) 1/2 HP, direct drive, 4 speeds, 2,100 CFM
Filter – dimensions (Width x Depth x Height)
(included with optional blower assembly) 16 in x 20 in x 1 in (406 mm x 508 mm x 25 mm)
Filter – quantity 1
Particulate emission standard EPA / CSA B415.1-10
USA standard (safety) UL 391, UL 1995, UL 727
Canadian standard (safety) CSA B366.1, CSA C22.2 no 236, CAN/CSA B140.4
** East-west: through the door you see the longitudinal sides of the logs; north-south: through the door you see the tips of the logs.
‡
Mobile home (Canada) or manufactured home (USA): The US department of Housing and Urban Development describes
“manufactured homes” better known as “mobile homes” as followed; buildings built on fixed wheels and those transported on
temporary wheels/axles and set on a permanent foundation. In Canada, a mobile home is a dwelling for which the manufacture and
assembly of each component is completed or substantially completed prior to being moved to a site for installation on a foundation
and connection to service facilities and which conforms to the CAN/CSA-Z240 MH standard.

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4. SPECIFICATIONS
Color Grey
Thermostatic control Yes
Door type Single, glass with cast iron frame
Glass type Ceramic glass
Air return plenum – dimensions (Depth or Height) 17 15/16 in
Air return plenum – dimension (Width) 19 15/16 in
Hot air plenum – dimensions (Depth or Height) 32 1/8 in
Hot air plenum – dimension (Width) 25 3/8 in
Ash pan – dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) 11 15/16 in x 19 5/8 in x 2 5/8 in
Clearance – front 48 in
Clearance – back wall 24 in from the blower housing recommended service clearance
Clearance – side wall 6 in without options installed
Clearance – opposite side wall 24 in recommended service clearance
Clearances – ducts 6 in for the first 6 feet with heat shield and 1 in after
Clearance – recommended for maintenance on
option side 24 in
Burner – efficiency Beckett AFG : 85 % / Riello : 87%
Burner – standard Beckett AFG
Burner – other brands approved Riello
Burner – location Left or right
Burner – recommended clearance for maintenance 24 in
Burner – mandatory connector pipe diameter
(Wood-oil) 7 in
Burner – mandatory exhaust pipe diameter 5 in
Burner – location of exhaust pipe Left or right
Burner – capacity at input #1 / #2 Beckett 91,000 BTU (27 kW) / 120,000 Btu (35 KW)
Burner – orifice at input #1 / #2 Beckett 0,65 gal/h* 70° W (2,46 l/h) for both inputs
Burner – pump pressure at input #1 / #2 Beckett 100 PSI / 175 PSI
Burner – capacity at input #1 / #2 Riello 91,000 BTU (27 kW) / 120,000 Btu (35 KW)
Burner – orifice at input #1 / #2 Riello 0.50 gal/h* 70° W (1.89 l/h) / 0.65 gal/h* 70° W (2.46 l/h)
Burner – pump pressure at input #1 / #2 Riello 150 PSI / 165 PSI
Electric element – location Left or right
Electric element – clearance recommended for
maintenance 24 in
Electric element – recommended (maximum
output) 20 kW
Electric element – other optional (maximum output) 25 kW
Top cold air plenum option – material Galvanized steel
Top cold air plenum option – dimensions
(Width x Depth x Height) 20 in x 18 in x 17 1/4 in
Top cold air plenum option – smoke pipe diameter 6 in
Fresh air intake adapter option 5 in
Fresh air intake adapter – connection location Left or right
Fresh air intake adapter – connecting pipe
diameter 6 in
Tested and listed as per applicable standards By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA)
Warranty Limited lifetime
* US Gallon (1 US Gallon = 0,83 Imperial Gallon)

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5. MAX CADDY FURNACE TECHNICAL DATA
MODEL (DIRECT DRIVE) THEORETICAL
DEBIT TEMP VAR. STATIC PRESSURE FILTER
VENT MOT. VIT. (CFM) (OF) MIN. MAX. (1)
INCH H2O
MAX CADDY WITH
BLOWER / MAX CADDY
ADD-ON (PARALLEL) G-10 1/2 4 2,100 100 0,2 0,5 16" x 20" x 1"
6. FURNACE DIMENSIONS
WOOD AND WOOD/ELECTRIC
WOOD/OIL

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7. CHIMNEY AND DRAFT
This furnace must be connected to a chimney certified for use with wood burning heating appliances. A 7-inch chimney
and connector must be installed for the Max Caddy if it is used as a wood-oil unit, a wood-electrical-oil unit or if an oil
option may be installed in the future. If the furnace is to be used as a wood only unit or a wood-electric, then a 6-inch
chimney is recommended.
The unit is not to be connected to a chimney flue serving another appliance. If the chimney draft exceeds 0.06 IN.W.C.,
a barometric draft control should be installed on the smoke pipe. Never install a manual damper. The barometric
control must be adjusted so that the maximum draft measured at the furnace outlet does not exceed -0.06 IN.W.C.
Please note that a draft exceeding 0.06 IN.W.C. could produce an uncontrollable fire. On the other hand, the
minimum draft required is 0.04 IN.W.C. in the evacuation pipe on the wood side, no matter what type of furnace
(WOOD, WOOD/ELECTRIC OR WOOD/OIL). The adjustment should in no case be modified to increase
combustion.
8. SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE APPLIANCE ALWAYS
OVERRIDES THE INFORMATION PUBLISHED, IN ANY OTHER MEDIA (OWNER’S MANUAL, CATALOGUES,
FLYERS, MAGAZINES AND/OR WEB SITES).
8.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
MAKE SURE THE CHIMNEY OUTLET AND THE PIPES ARE CLEAN AND IN GOOD CONDITION.
DO NOT USE CHEMICAL PRODUCTS OR LIQUIDS TO LIGHT THE FIRE.
DO NOT BURN WOOD COATED WITH PAINT, GLUE OR CHEMICAL PRODUCTS.
DO NOT BURN WASTES OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA, MOTOR OIL, OR OTHER
UNSUITABLE MATTERS.
DO NOT STORE WOOD IN THE VICINITY OF THE FURNACE. RESPECT THE REQUIRED CLEARANCES
BETWEEN COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS AND THE SOURCE OF HEAT.
WARNING
THE ASH DRAWER AND EXCHANGERS ACCESS PANEL GET VERY HOT. DO NOT MANIPULATE
WITH BARE HANDS.
8.2. ODOUR FROM THE PAINT
It is normal that smoke and odours emanate from the unit when you first light it. It is recommended to burn it at high
rate and ventilate the building until the odours disappear. The smoke is not toxic. This should be done before the
ducts are connected to the furnace to prevent smoke dispersion in the house.
8.3. ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes must be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The container should be stored outdoor, well away
from combustible materials. This container should not contain any other type of waste. If the ashes are meant to be
buried in soil, wait until all embers have thoroughly cooled before burying.
8.4. CREOSOTE BUILD-UP AND REMOVAL
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapours which, when combined with moisture, form
creosote. The creosote vapours condensate in a relatively cool chimney flue. As a result, creosote residues
accumulate inside the flue lining and the exchangers.
N.B.: To minimize the frequency of the chimney cleaning, buy your firewood at least one year before using it. Store it
in a dry place in order to obtain the minimum moisture rate and optimize the efficiency. Do not store wood or
combustible materials within the installation minimum clearances or the space required to reload the appliance and
remove ashes.

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When ignited, creosote produces an extremely hot fire inside the chimney.
In the first year of use, inspect the chimney system at regular intervals to determine a cleaning cycle. Depending on
the type of wood used and its quality, a semi-annual cleaning may be required. A yearly cleaning is mandatory. If a
significant layer of creosote has accumulated, it must be removed immediately to eliminate the risk of chimney
fire.
Remember that a small, hot fire is preferable to a large smouldering one to prevent creosote build-ups within the
system. Prepare an emergency procedure in case of a chimney fire. It is recommended to clean the heat
exchangers thoroughly at the end of season in order to prevent corrosion.
8.5. SMOKE DETECTOR
We highly recommend the use of a smoke detector. It must be installed at least 15 feet (4,57 m) from the appliance in
order to prevent undue triggering of the detector when reloading.
8.6. DOOR GLASS
To maintain a clean and safe installation, do not build your fire too close to the glass or allow logs to lean on the glass.
Do not operate your furnace at too low a setting. Keep the air inlet opened long enough during the fire start-up to
prevent the fire from smouldering, which could stain the glass.
An intense fire will help keep the glass clean. However, in the event that your glass gets stained, which should not
occur under normal operating conditions, you will have to clean it using a wet cloth and a fireplace glass cleaner. Clean
the glass ONLY when the unit has cooled down. Do not use abrasive cleanser.
WARNING: Avoid knocking or scratching the glass. It could crack or break.
8.6.1. GLASS SPECIFICATIONS
The glass is made of 3/16" (5mm) thick ceramic glass.
Do not operate your wood furnace with a broken glass, as this could seriously damage your furnace.
You can purchase a replacement glass from your PSG dealer.
8.7. ASH DRAWER
Your furnace is equipped with an ash drawer to collect ashes produced by the combustion of wood. This drawer must
not be left open during combustion as this may cause over firing and serious damages to the furnace. Moreover, the
additional air created could cause the dispersion of ashes in the ventilation system. The drawer must be cleaned
regularly. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any ashes around the drawer in order to avoid the dispersion of
ashes in the ventilation system.
It is important that the door and the ash drawer be kept closed while the appliance is in use.
Maintain all gaskets in good condition; in case of deterioration, contact your dealer for a genuine
replacement gasket.
8.8. ASH GRATE
You must replace the ash grate if it is damaged and a replacement may be obtained from your dealer.

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
MAX CADDY WOOD ONLY FURNACE,
COMBINED WOOD / ELECTRIC OR
PARALLEL ADD-ON (US ONLY)
PF01102
MAX
CADD
Y
FURNACE
–
WOOD ONLY
MAX CADDY
FURNACE
–
COM
BINED
WOOD/ELECTRIC

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9. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation must be made in accordance with the CSA B.365 « Installation code for solid-fuel-burning appliances and
equipment » standard in Canada and NFPA 90B « Standard for the installation of warm air heating and air conditioning
system » in the United States. Moreover, for all electrical connection, the Canadian standard CSA C22.1 « Canadian
electrical code » and in the United-States NFPA 70 standard « National Electrical Code » must be followed.
All controls and adjustments must be performed by a qualified technician. The blower speed must conform to the
recommendations of the Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning National Association and should respect the static
pressure ranges in the warm air plenum of the furnace
We recommend that our woodburning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are certified in
the United States by NFI (National Fireplace Institute®) or in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technical Training) or in
Quebec by APC (Association des Professionnels du Chauffage).
Inspect the furnace to make sure that nothing has been damaged in the shipping. Pull out the wiring kit and the
instructions manual from the firebox of the furnace and the accessories from the flue pipe.
The following section contains installation instructions for the Max Caddy wood only, Max Caddy wood / electric and
Max Caddy add-on parallel configurations.
9.1. BLOWER INSTALLATION
To use the wood only configuration, the blower assembly (PA08566 – sold separately) is required. The installation
instructions are provided with the blower.
9.2. LINK BOARD INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
The following installation instructions are identical whether the furnace controls are located on the left or on the right of
the furnace. The most accessible side is preferred to facilitate the connection of auxiliary heating sources or for
servicing.
The components to be installed are in the combustion chamber of the furnace.
Remove the link board housing cover.

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Remove the four screws on the
furnace, located on the side of the
desired installation.
Align the holes of the board housing
the holes on the side of the furnace.
Use the screws removed in the
previous step to secure the housing to
the furnace.
Once installed, the link board must be
connected to the system with the
telecommunication wire of the power
board. The wire is located in the
blower box. To access it, remove the
air return box.

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Take the telecommunication
wire and pull it through the
grommet located on the side
where the housing board is
installed.
Once the telecommunication
wire is out on the desired side,
run it along the back of the
furnace and pass it through
the grommet at the bottom of
the link board housing.
Complete the connection by
plugging the 8 strands
telecommunication wire in the
right connector, shown by the
arrow.

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Your furnace should also be
connected to a 115V power
source. To do so, open the
cover of the power board
housing.
Connect the power cord to the
terminals N (Neutral) F
(Ground) L (Line). Refer to
wiring diagram for connecting
components. When done,
secure the wires with a BX
connector (not included) and
replace the blower box cover.

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9.3. TOUCHSCREEN INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
The touch screen is used to operate the system. It must be installed on the support provided at the back of the furnace,
on the same side as the link board housing.
Connect link board with the touch screen using the telecommunication wire provided with the user manual. Plug the
telecommunication wire in connector labeled LCD and pull it out of the board housing through the top grommet. Simply
run the wire on the side of the furnace using the plastic ties supplied with the user manual. Replace the access panel
of the link board. Note that the touch screen is removable if access is restricted.

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9.4. HOT AIR PLENUM TEMPERATURE PROBE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION (RTD)
On the Max Caddy, a RTD has to be installed on the side of the furnace using the support provided with the unit. The
RTD is a sensor that reads the temperature inside the hot air plenum. It is critical to the good operation of the furnace.
Refer to electric diagram for connection details. It is important that the RTD and the RTD support be properly fixed onto
the hot air plenum.
WARNING: USE WIRING SUITABLE FOR 75 °C (not included).
STEP 1: Remove the two screws already secured to the furnace (B) on the side where you have chosen to install the
link board. Then, secure the RTD support (A) using the two screws you previously removed.
STEP 2: Using a drill and a 9/32" bit, drill a hole in the hot air plenum so that the RTD rod can pass into it.
STEP 3 and 4: Secure the RTD in place on the hot air plenum using the two self-tapping screws provided with the
owner’s manual.
Once the RTD is installed on the support, proceed to its
connection to the link board. Pass the RTD wires in the
grommet and exit them close to the link board. For board
connections, refer to the wiring diagram.

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9.5. SERVOMOTOR INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
Your Max Caddy furnace is equipped with a servomotor. To install it, simply screw it in place in the two pre-drilled holes
in the front of the furnace using two screws as shown below.
Once installed, install the chain linking the servomotor with the air inlet damper as shown above. The chain must have
a set of 1/8". When there is no call for heat, the air inlet damper must be completely closed and the chain must be
hooked to the servomotor at the “8 o’clock” position.