EasyFire EF3801C-AL Manual

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EF3801C-AL Pellet Heater
Installation & Operating Instructions
WARNING: THIS HEATER SHOULD NOT BE
INSTALLED IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS PELLET FUEL-
BURNING ROOM HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN
SAFETY NOTICE
<CAUTION: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP
CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.
CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
<IF THIS HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,
A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.
<FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH OWNERS' MANUAL
INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY!
INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH
THE OWNER!!
GENERAL INFORMATION
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service
person. The heater should be inspected before use and at
least annually by a professional service person. More
frequent cleaning may be required due to fuel quality,
excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. It is
imperative that control compartments, burners and circulat-
ing air passageways of the heater be kept clean.
The EASYFIRE Pellet heater has been designed and
approved for burning PREMIUM WOOD PELLETS OF
HIGHEST BTU OUTPUT AND LOWEST % OF ASH
CONTENT ONLY. Burning biomass fuels in other forms or
poor quality pellet fuel is not permitted and will void
your warranty and/or could cause a burn back or
house fire. FOR BEST RESULTS THE WOOD PELLET
FUEL SHOULD BE ¼” DIAMETER AND
APPROXIMATELY 1”. Burning other forms of fuel is not
permitted and will void all warranties.
This unit has been approved for use with a 3" Type L Pellet
Vent System .
NEVER use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuels, kerosene,
charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or "freshen
up" a fire. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater
while it is in use.
Ashes must be disposed of in a metal container with a tight
fitting lid and placed on a noncombustible floor or ground,
well away from all fuels, pending final disposal.
NOTE : During the first few burns the high temperature
paint and sealant used in manufacture will emit some odor
and smoke. Open doors and windows to the outside for
proper ventilation during the first burn cycle and curing of
the paint.
This heater, when installed, must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-
2013.
Provide adequate clearances around air openings into the
combustion chamber and adequate accessibility clearance
for servicing and proper operation. Never obstruct the front
opening of the heater.
The heater may be installed as a free-standing unit mounted
on a non-combustible protective floor pad or hearth. Or it
may be mounted into an existing U. L. approved wood stove
chimney. Non-combustible floor protection is required and
must be used when placing the heater on any combustible
material.
The pellet heater must be operated with a power source and
will not operate using natural draft. If there is a power failure
the heater will shut down. If the 12 volt back system is in-
stalled, the heater will automatically switch to 12 volt power.
The EasyFire Pellet Heater has been listed by PFS
Corporation to ASTM, U.L.,and EPA Standards.
Sierra Products, Inc.
63 Laxalt Dr.
Carson City, NV 89706

Figure 1 -Overall Dimensions
Figure 2
OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR IS MANDATORY IN
MOBILE OR MODULAR HOME INSTALLATIONS.
CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR
DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
VENTING AND INSTALLATION
CLEARANCES
CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIALS ABOUT RE-
STRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION
REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
A LISTED, 3" MINIMUM TYPE "L" PELLET VENT PIPE
IS MANDATORY ON ALL INSTALLATIONS.
DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE EXHAUST
VENTING SYSTEM OF THIS UNIT, DO NOT CONNECT
THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER
APPLIANCE.
Use only listed 3" minimum Type "L" pellet vent and
components for installation. The exhaust vent system
must be attached to the unit and to each adjoining section.
All joints for connector pipe shall be fastened with at least
three screws. If vented horizontally, joints shall be made
gas-tight by sealing with high temperature silicon or
material specified by vent pipe manufacturer. Failure to
use listed pellet vent pipe or install it per manufacturers
instructions will void your warranty.
INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE
VENT MANUFACTURER
Vent Pipes’ inner and outer diameters may vary. Check
with vent pipe manufacturer for further details.
WARNING: Installation of a Mobile Home Attachment Kit
P/N 10412 and outside combustion air is mandatory in
mobile or modular home installations although it may
also be used in all residential applications.
An outside air inlet MUST be provided for combustion
and ventilation air. The air inlet must remain unrestricted
while unit is in use. Outside air connection is located in the
rear of the heater (Figure 2). Use conduit pipe or metal flex
pipe and/or fittings to make the air intake hook-up.
CAUTION: STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE
HOME FLOOR, WALLS AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE
MAINTAINED.
1. When deciding on the location of your heater and vent
pipe, try to minimize the alteration and reframing of
structural components of the building. Vent pipe must
be installed so that access is provided for
inspection and cleaning.
2. Avoid installing heater in high traffic areas. Keep
children well away from the heater when in operation.
3. A 3" clearance to combustibles must be maintained
for horizontal and vertical venting. When passing
through ceilings or walls, you must use a listed wall
thimble, making sure all combustible materials and
insulation products are a minimum of 3" away from the
pellet vent pipe.
4. A non-combustible hearth pad must be used if
installed on a carpet, wood floor or other combusti-
ble material (see Figure 3).
5. When installing the exhaust vent into an existing
chimney, a tee must be installed behind the heater
before going up into the chimney. This is necessary in
order to remove fly ash accumulation.
6. Exit termination (distance to openings):
a. 3 ft. minimum above any forced air inlet located
within 10 ft.
b. 4 ft. minimum below and horizontally or 1 ft. minimum
above any door, window or gravity air inlet into any
building.
PELLET HEATERS REQUIRE A MINIMUM 5' VERTICAL
RISE FOR PROPER OPERATION. ADDITIONAL RISE
OF 2' FOR EVERY 1' HORIZONTAL BEYOND 1 ½'.
MINIMUM DRAFT REQUIRED IS -.01 IN.WC. @
CONNECTION.
LOW DRAFT CONDITIONS RESULT IN OVERFEEDING
AND POOR COMBUSTION.
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Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
c. 2 ft. minimum to an adjacent building and 7 ft.
minimum above grade when located adjacent to
public walkways.
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Figure 7 Rear Connection Panel
Figure 8 Stove Connection Panel
Autolite Wiring Diagram
UNIT INSTALLATION
Route the power supply cord so that it does not touch
any of the exterior components of the heater.
1. When exiting through the wall with your type L Pellet
vent pipe, you may go straight out through a wall
thimble. You must connect a pellet vent tee at this
point and extend the vent pipe at least 5' (five feet)
vertically outside to provide good draft and allow the
gases to exit. The tee must have a clean out cap for
inspection and regular cleaning (Figure 4). Horizontal
runs must be limited to 2' (two feet). A wall band is
required for every 4' (four feet) minimum on a vertical
run at an exterior wall.
2. All pellet vent pipe connections including exit at the
rear of the heater should be sealed with high
temperature silicone (450E) or metallic duct tape. This
prevents smoke and soot leakage into the living area.
If this is not done, there is a possibility that the room
fan will pick up any leakage and blow it into the room.
AUTOLITE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The AutoLite System is factory installed with the only
installation requirements being the optional thermostat.
Wall Thermostat Installation:
The wall thermostat is designed to automatically regulate
the room temperature from the control panel heat setting
to the “Off” setting based upon room temperature.
Remember to leave the control panel on the "Medium or
High" position when utilizing the wall thermostat feature.
The following is a step by step procedure for installing the
optional wall thermostat. Note connection terminals on left
side of unit at rear (Figure 7,8). Use 18/2 thermostat wire
for the installation.
a. Unplug heater from wall outlet and 12VDC power!
b. Remove factory jump wire and hook up thermostat
wires to terminals (Figure 7,8).
c. Locate thermostat approximately 10 to 12 feet from
heater or in area that requires steady temperature.
d. Run thermostat wires from heater to thermostat
along wall or under carpet etc. and hook wires to
thermostat terminals. On new construction you
can, of course, run wire in the walls before sheet
rock or paneling is done.
e. Reconnect AC power.
f. Make sure all wiring is completed before plugging the
EASYFIRE Heater back into the wall outlet.
IMPORTANT - Any electrical work performed on the
EASYFIRE Heater should be done by qualified personnel.
Remote Control Thermostat Installation:
The remote thermostat is designed to automatically
regulate the room temperature from the control panel heat
setting to the “Off” setting based upon room temperature
and placement of the remote thermostat. Remember to
leave the control panel on the "Medium or High" position
when utilizing the wall thermostat feature.
The following is a step by step procedure for installing the
optional remote thermostat. Note connection terminals on
rear of unit (Figure 1,2).
a. Unplug heater from wall outlet and 12VDC power!
b. Mount millivolt style remote receiver box to rear of
stove using double-sided tape.
b. Remove factory jump wire and hook up thermostat
wires to terminals (Figure 7,8).
d. Reconnect AC power and follow instructions with
remote thermostat regarding set up.
IMPORTANT - Any electrical work performed on the
EASYFIRE Heater should be done by qualified personnel.
DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY
The door handle and latch must be assembled and adjusted
prior to the operation of the stove.
1. Position handle assembly through door and secure with
collar by sliding over shaft and tightening with allen
wrench provided (Figure 9).
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Figure 9 Door handle assembly
Figure 11 Hopper safety switch-close lid to operate
Figure 12
Figure 13
Figure 14 Draft control lower right of unit
2. Position latch on end of shaft with flat facing allen
screw. Depending on gasket, shaft will protrude
approx. 1/4" through back of latch collar. Snug allen
screw.
3. To adjust door, close and turn handle so latch contacts
striker. Door gasket must contact firmly against front
face of unit. This can be checked by closing against a
piece of paper. Firmly tug on paper, if it moves with
solid resistance the door is properly adjusted.
FUEL SELECTION
Proper fuel selection is critical. Your stove requires 1/4"
diameter wood pellets. The pellets must be specifically
manufactured for use pellet heaters. Use of fuel non-
conforming fuel will cause the stove to operate erratically.
Additionally, a low ash content of below 1% is will reduce
your cleaning and maintenance time. Store pellets in a
clean dry area. Do not use pellets that have been damp or
have a moisture level above 5%.
The quality of pellet fuel varies from brand to brand. This
will affect the efficiency of your heater. We suggest that
you try several brands until you find one that gives you a
clean efficient burn. Poor quality pellets will burn rich with
black soot and ash will accumulate quickly. Quality pellets
will burn clean and ash build up will be minimal.
AUTOLITE OPERATION
Your EASYFIRE Pellet Stove is equipped with the Autolite
Automatic ignition and operating system.
The AutoLite system is integrated into the stove to allow for
automatic start up using a heating element located in the
burn pot. This element starts the initial fire required to
burn the wood pellets. The system operates on 120VAC
power supplied through a separate fuse and runs for five
minutes during the initial stove start up. After the five minute
period the AutoLite system is deactivated and the stove
operates based on the EasyFire digital control system
requirements. If the house AC power should quit, the
AutoLite system will not be available however, with the
optional battery attached the stove can be manually lit and
operate on battery power for several days (depending on
battery size).
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Warning: This stove incorporates a hopper lid safety
switch. The feed system will remain in-operable
when the door is open.
Figure 15
Prior to stove operating on thermostat, confirm proper
operation by servicing and adjusting the stove as
outlined in the “Installation Guide”. When servicing
stove, operate with thermostat bypassed as stove will
reset to start up mode each time thermostat is
activated.
START-UP AND OPERATION
Priming the Feed System
When the stove has run out of fuel the feed systems
requires several start and stop cycles to charge the auger.
Pushing the Low button from Off will start the feed for 40
seconds. When the feed stops cycle to Off then back to
Low for another 40 seconds. When pellets begin to fall in
the burn pot switch to Off. You are now ready to start the
stove.
1. AutoLite Start-Up:
Prior to operating your AutoLite stove, make sure the
hopper is full of wood pellets and the interior components
have been installed properly including; burn screen & pot,
heat exchange covers, and ash drawer.
IMPORTANT: The Fire Pot must be seated flush and
must sit even in the pot tray. Air leaking around the Fire
Pot will create a poor burn (Figure 12). Confirm Air Wash
is installed in fire box as noted in Figure 13.
Note: Caution must be taken when installing burn pot
or operating door not to damage ceramic glass. Do not
attempt to operate heater if glass becomes damaged in
any way!
2. AutoLite Control Functions: Control functions on the
Easyfire are as follows: OFF, FAN, LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH,
CLEAN. Here is how each function works:
A. When the Control Button is turned to FAN, a timer is
activated and you will have about twenty (20) minutes
to get the pellets lit and reach a minimum temperature.
This function is used for Match Lighting when the AC
power is out.
Should the pellets not light in 20 minutes simply turn
the button to OFF and begin again. This will give you
another cycle to get the pellets lit. The reason for the
timer function is so that the heater will automatically
shut down if the fire goes out. Pellets do not feed in
the FAN position.
B. In the LOW position, the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately 1 to 1½ lbs. of pellets per hour and the
flame will fluctuate between 1" and 6" in height.
C. In the MEDIUM position the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately three (3) pounds of pellets per hour and
the flame will fluctuate between 3" and 8" of fire.
D. In the HIGH position the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately 4+ lbs. per hour and the flame will
fluctuate between 3" and a full flame. The fan speed
will increase accordingly as the heater automatically
adjusts itself based on temperature inside the heater.
E. The CLEAN position is to be used only when the heater
is not burning and you wish to clean out the
accumulated ash in the front of the fire area. See
CLEAN OUT section of maintenance instructions.
F. After the heater is running for several hours and you
wish to turn it off simply press the button to OFF. The
heater will continue running until it cools down and
then will automatically shut itself down.
G. REMEMBER: Each feed position will fluctuate because
the microprocessor is automatically adjusting the feed
and air based on temperature. This means the pellet
feed rate and flame height will change accordingly
based on quality of pellet and heat loss of dwelling.
3. Starting the Stove: Push a Heat Range button (Low or
Medium is best for start up) (Figure 15) and turn the
thermostat up to “Call for heat”. The stove fan will begin to
operate along with the ignitor cycle. After about a minute the
pellets will begin to fall in the burn pot. After five minutes
there will be a fire in the burn pot and the stove will begin to
heat up. When the stove reaches start up operating
temperature it will then switch to the control panel setting
and begin it’s automatic operation cycle.
Feed Trim & Draft Adjustment
Underneath the control button you will find a small round
button that will turn forward and reverse. This button can
adjust the feed motor in the LOW operating position. By
turning the button clockwise you can increase the feed on
LOW and by turning it counterclockwise you can decrease
the feed in the LOW position. Factory setting is 9:00 o’clock.
The draft handle is located on the right side and allows
adjustment of incoming air. This varies by installation and
condition of the flue (clean or dirty). Start with the handle at
8:00 (Figure 14). To much air will cause the fire to go out
and not enough will cause the burn pot to fill with ash.
Once the stove is at operating temperature set the
stove on LOW. Adjust the trim button so that average
flame is approx. 1-2" above the burn pot. This will set
the average feed rate (air/flue) for best operation.
Move these controls carefully! It is designed to fine tune
your your setting in the event you change brands of pellets
and/or live at a higher elevation. If this setting is to low the
stove may go out during normal operations. If this should
happen increase the trim and reduce the draft by small
amount.
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MATCH LIGHT FIRE AND START-UP
1. Filling the Hopper and Start-Up:
CAUTION: FUEL HOPPER LID MUST BE CLOSED
BEFORE OPERATING UNIT. MAINTAIN HOPPER SEAL
IN GOOD CONDITION. DO NOT OVERFILL HOPPER!
THE EASYFIRE WILL HOLD ABOUT 60 LBS. OF
PELLETS.
Open the top lid and fill the hopper with pellets (Figure 11).
Make sure hopper lid is fully closed. Open the front
door and fill the burn pot with a hand full of pellets.
IMPORTANT: The air-wash and burn tray must be
seated flush and must sit even in the tray. Air leaking
around the burn tray will create a poor burn (Figure 14).
Light the pellets in burn tray using any approved pellet fuel
starter.
Allow pellets to burn for approximately 1 minute, or
until pellet ignition has been achieved. Close door and
turn the control knob to the "FAN" position. Allow fire to
burn for several minutes. When the pellets are well lit, turn
the control knob to "LOW" for approximately 10 minutes
then turn up to "HI". We recommend that you run the
heater on “Medium” or "HI" for about 30 minutes in order to
get the heat exchanger hot before turning it to "LOW". You
will need to burn the heater for a few hours before deciding
which setting is best for your particular needs.
NOTE: CAUTION MUST BE TAKEN WHEN INSTALLING
BURN POT OR OPERATING DOOR NOT TO DAMAGE
CERAMIC GLASS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE
HEATER IF GLASS BECOMES DAMAGED IN ANY
WAY!
CAUTION: BOTH THE MAIN DOOR AND THE ASH
DRAWER MUST BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND
FULLY CLOSED TO FORM AN AIR-TIGHT SEAL FOR
PROPER STOVE OPERATION. FAILURE TO SECURE
DOOR AND DRAWER MAY CAUSE OVER FEEDING
AND HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT DOWNS.
DO NOT USE GRATES OR OTHER METHODS OF
SUPPORTING FUEL IN BURN POT OR INTERIOR OF
STOVE.
2. Control Functions: Control functions on the Easyfire
are as follows: OFF, FAN, LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH,
CLEAN. Here is how each function works:
A. When the Control Knob is turned to FAN, a timer is
activated and you will have about ten (10) minutes to
get the pellets lit and reach a minimum temperature.
Should the pellets not light in the 10 minutes simply
turn the knob to OFF and begin again. This will give
you another 10 minutes to get the pellets lit. The
reason for the timer function is so that the heater will
automatically shut down if the fire goes out. Pellets do
not feed in the FAN position.
B. In the LOW position, the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately 1 to 1½ lbs. of pellets per hour and the
flame will fluctuate between 1" and 6" in height.
C. In the MEDIUM position the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately three (3) pounds of pellets per hour and
the flame will fluctuate between 3" and 8" of fire.
D. In the HIGH position the EASYFIRE will be feeding
approximately 4.5 lbs. per hour and the flame will
fluctuate between 3" and a full flame. The fan speed
will increase accordingly as the heater automatically
adjusts itself based on temperature inside the heater
(see G below).
E. The CLEAN position is to be used only when the heater
is not burning and you wish to clean out the
accumulated ash in the front of the fire area. See
CLEAN OUT section of maintenance instructions.
F. After the heater is running for several hours and you
wish to turn it off simply turn the knob to OFF. The
heater will continue running until it cools down and
then will automatically shut itself down.
G. REMEMBER: Each feed position will fluctuate because
the microprocessor is automatically adjusting the feed
and air based on temperature. This means the pellet
feed rate and flame height will change accordingly
based on quality of pellet and heat loss of dwelling.
DISPOSAL OF ASHES
To dump ash from firebox, move lever to left several times
allowing spring to return against stop (Figure 15 & 16).
Once ash box is full, box should be placed in a non-
combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials pending final disposal. If the ashes
are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally
dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container
until all cinders have been thoroughly cooled.
OPTIONAL 12V HOOK-UP & OPERATION
1. The EASYFIRE 12V back up can be purchased as an
option and includes the following components:
a. Deep cycle sealed 12V battery.
b. Battery connector cables for hook-up to the heater.
2. In order to hook-up the battery and engage the 12V
backup system simply connect red cable to red terminal
on the heater (see Figure 6) and to positive connector
on battery [the terminal marked (+)] and connect the
black cable to the black terminal on the heater and to
the negative connector on the battery (the terminal
marked (-). If you hook up the cables backwards the red
LED light above the terminal receptacles will come on. If
hooked up properly this LED will glow green.
WARNING - MAKE SURE RED CABLE GOES TO RED
TERMINAL (POSITIVE CONNECTOR) AND BLACK
CABLE GOES TO BLACK TERMINAL (NEGATIVE
CONNECTOR).
3. If you decide to purchase your own 12V back up system
we recommend a sealed gel cell battery. Failure to
install the proper battery could cause physical harm to
you and your property and will also void the heater
warranty.
4. When the battery is properly connected and the heater
plugged in, the following will happen automatically:
a. The heater will automatically switch to 12V power if
there is a power failure, and switch back when power
is restored.
b. The battery will be trickle charged as long as the
heater is plugged into 110 AC wall outlet. Do not use
extension cords. The trickle charge will not recharge
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Figure 15 Figure 16
a low or dead battery but it will keep a charged
battery at maximum performance.
5. If you choose to separate the battery from the heater
by lengthening the cables you must make sure that the
cable wire used will carry the current to the heater. For
example, if the distance is 10 to 20 feet then 12 gauge
wire must be used. Check with your local electrical
professional to make sure you have used the proper
gauge wire/cable.
CANADIAN REQUIREMENTS
If this unit is being installed in Canada, the following
additional requirements must be meant:
1. A chimney connector shall not pass through and attic
or roof space, closet or similar concealed space, or a
floor, or ceiling.
2. Where a chimney passage through a wall, or partition
of combustible construction is desired, the installation
shall conform the CAN/CSA-B365.
3. Maintain an effective vapour barrier at the location
where the chimney or other component penetrates to
the exterior of the structure by sealing with high
temperature silicone.
4. Clearance to combustibles may only be reduced by
means approved by the regulatory authority.
5. Store pellet fuels in a dry area away from unit. Do not
store fuels within the space heater installation
clearances or within the space required for charging
and ash removal.
COMBUSTION AIR REQUIREMENTS
1. Adequate ventilation air is required to operate this
heater. During operation the heater draws air for
combustion which can be assisted by the installation of
outside combustion air inlets. However, certain
weather conditions such as icing or use of kitchen
exhaust fans may impact and reduce the effectiveness
of vents. It is important to note that room air starvation
will negatively impact the operation of the heater.
2. If power outages with battery backup or room air
starvation occurs during operation of heater, smoke in
the house may result. This may trigger smoke
detectors if they are installed.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
CAUTION: MOVING PARTS MAY CAUSE INJURY, DO
NOT OPERATE WITH REAR COVER REMOVED.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DISCONNECT ALL POWER BEFORE SERVICING.
ALWAYS TURN YOUR Heater OFF & LET IT COOL
BEFORE CLEANING.
Soot and Fly-ash: Formation and Need for Removal.
The products of combustion will contain small particles of
fly-ash. The fly-ash will collect in the exhaust venting system
and restrict the flow of the flue gases. Incomplete
combustion, such as occurs during startup, shutdown, or
incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot
formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system.
The exhaust venting system should be inspected at least
once every year to determine if cleaning is necessary. Your
EASYFIRE Pellet Heater requires routine maintenance for
maximum performance and is mandatory for the warranty to
remain in effect. The following procedures should be
studied carefully and performed regularly as indicated:
1. Fly Ash: Some ash will accumulate in the heat
exchanger, firepot and flue and should be cleaned out
on a regular basis for best efficiency and safety. When
the heater is shut down and cold, you should:
a. Open door and remove clean out slide cover. To
remove, simply slide up and out from retaining angle
bracket (Figure 10). Clean one side at a time. With
one slide cover removed, leave door open and turn
control knob to the "CLEAN" position. Let heater run
until ash in fire pot area is vacuumed out by heater
fan. Turn off and replace cover. Remove remaining
cover and repeat procedure for the other side. The
tee cap on the vent pipe should be cleaned out after
this procedure.
b. Remove firepot by lifting up and out, it may be
brushed out or vacuumed. Firepot should be cleaned
daily. Make sure holes in pot are not clogged. The
area around and below the pot should be checked
every five or six days depending on how many hours
a day you are burning your heater and the quality of
the pellets being burned. (After a few days you will
be able to determine the frequency needed for clean
out.)
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Figure 18
Figure 19 Air box clean out
c. Scrape pellet feed chute with putty knife to remove
hardened material on which sawdust can
accumulate.
d. The tee connector on the vent pipe must have a
clean out cap and this must be checked every four
to six weeks or whenever you utilize the clean out
mode on the control dial.
e. Fly-ash can also accumulate in the vent pipe.
Inspect exhaust system frequently to maintain free
flow of exhaust fumes and fly-ash. The frequency of
clean-out depends entirely on the quality of the
pellets, so you will have to initially monitor the
buildup in the pellet vent pipe. Those installations
going into an existing flue must be installed with a
tee connector (Figure 3,4,& 5) to allow access to
clean the ash from the pellet vent pipe.
f. Fly-ash will accumulate below the burn pot. Remove
the air box clean out and depose of ash.
2. Hopper Clean Out: Vacuum the accumulated saw
dust in the hopper weekly. Keep free of debris and
foreign material. AN ACCUMULATION OF SAW
DUST CAN CAUSE IRREGULAR PELLET FEED. For
best results this should be done on a regular basis
depending upon how often the heater is used. If you
burn the heater all the time you should do this every
eight to ten days.
3. Cleaning the Exhaust Fan Blade & Heat Exchanger:
The exhaust blower should be checked for excessive
fly ash buildup. Regular and routine maintenance
utilizing the CLEAN OUT feature will keep the exhaust
blower housing and fan blades clean. This cleaning
can only be done when the heater is NOT burning. For
best results run the fan in the CLEAN OUT position
with the door open for approximately one minute or
until ash is no longer being picked up by the fan.
Remember, you must always check the clean out cap
on the tee after utilizing the CLEAN OUT feature.
4. Keeping the Glass Clean: If soot deposits accumulate
on the glass, clean with window glass cleaner and a
paper towel when the glass is cold.
5. Polishing the Gold and Chrome: All chrome and gold
plating used on the EASYFIRE heater can be cleaned
with a soft cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.
6. Cleaning & Polishing Gold Plated Parts: Gold is a
soft metal and therefore a fragile surface. Prior to the
first burn it is important to use Windex or comparable
product and a soft clean cloth to wipe any marks off all
gold surfaces or the heat will cause the marks to remain
in the surface permanently. Always clean the gold
surface when the heater is COOL.
7. Door glass replacement: Should the door glass
become broken it may be replaced by scraping the
sealer from around the outer edge of the glass.
Carefully pry glass from door frame then clean all sealer
from frame. Obtain a replacement glass from your local
dealer and attach glass to door using High Temperature
Silcon Sealer (min. 400 deg.F). Apply sealer to all four
corners of the glass and set glass into frame. Apply
sealer to mating edge of glass and frame. Allow two
hours dry time before installing door onto heater. Note:
Replace with Pyro-Ceramic Glass only. Refer to
parts list for specifications.
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The EASYFIRE will automatically switch to 12 volt backup
provided you have the 12 volt option installed.
Figure 20 Feed system access through hopper
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
The following scenarios are provided in order to help you
locate a difficulty if the heater performs in a manner which
would seem to indicate a malfunction:
l. Problem: I loaded the heater for start-up, pressed
“Low” and the heater did not start.
Solution: Check power cord to see that it is plugged
in. Check 5 amp ignitor fuse. Replace if burned.
2. Problem: Heater starts slow with lots of smoke.
Solution: a) Check burn pot for ash deposit. b) Check
burn pot is improperly placed and is seating on igniter.
c) Check air box clean out for ash build up.
CAUTION: Keep fingers and hands clear of feed
mechanism when heater is on.
3. Problem: The fire was burning well and then it began
to overfeed pellets and started backing up into the
pellet feed chute, smothering the fire.
Solution: When the pellets are overfeeding, it usually
means that the air flow has been reduced. Check the
firepot air intake holes to be sure they are clear. Check
to see if firepot was properly seated in pot tray. Check
to see if the manifold may have filled with fly ash. If you
use a low grade pellet, and clinkers (fused ash and
dirt) form in the bottom of the firepot, it will choke the
air intake (you might consider changing the brand of
pellets to one that burns cleaner). You must let the fire
go out before removing and cleaning the firepot.
Never vacuum out the heater when the heater is in
operation! The hot ashes can lodge in your vacuum
cleaner and cause a fire!
You must clean the manifold and air box regularly in
order to insure a good air to fuel ratio, thus allowing the
heater to "breathe" properly. You must also check the vent
pipe and tee to see that they are not clogged and full of
ash.
4. Problem: Heater was burning well and then soot
began forming on the glass door.
Solution: Black soot forming on the glass door means
that the combustion is not right and the heater needs a
good clean out. Some brands of pellets burn much
richer than others and you might have to change
brands of pellets and/or have the air/fuel settings
re-adjusted by your dealer. It is normal to have the
glass cloud up after several hours of burning but it
should wipe off with a good window cleaner. If the
glass turns black quickly, then the heater needs a good
clean out.
5. Problem: We had a power failure and the heater
emitted smoke for about five minutes.
Solution: If the heater emits smoke during a power
failure, and you have frequent power failures then we
suggest you purchase the battery back-up system. If
the vent pipe is installed according to these instructions
the smoke will syphon out of the pipe in most
instances.
6. Problem: After several weeks of outstanding perfor-
mance, the heater suddenly stopped and the red light
under the control knob came on. This light is the Hi
Temp/Flue Indicator Light.
Solution: The Hi-Temp/Flue Indicator light indicates
that fly ash has built up in the exhaust system and/or
there is a restriction in the exhaust/flue system. Check
the pipe system for excessive ash and clogging, particu-
larly the vent cap. Remove the clean out cap on the tee
and make sure that ash has not blocked the exhaust air
flow. This automatic shut down in case of flue clogging
is a safety feature and if the shut down occurs it means
you have a problem and should consult a service
technician and/or clean your pipe and heater thoroughly.
If you feel the fly ash build up is excessive, we suggest
that you try another brand. In moist climates the pellets
and fly ash can actually absorb moisture from the air
and create creosote and a severe clogging problem.
Keep this in mind when you store and handle your
pellets. The heater warranty does not cover the quality
of the fuels used or the way they may be handled either
before or after you've purchased them.
7. Problem: I press a “Run” button and the heater did not
start.
Solution: Check for AC power. The autolite system
requires 110V AC power to operate. If heater only
12VDC battery power, follow manual light procedure. If
AC power is available, clean burn pot for heavy ash
deposit. Heavy ash deposits will act as insulator and not
allow pellets to light. Check autolite fuse located on fuse
panel to confirm fuse is not blown. Replace fuse with 5
amp if required.
8. Problem: I started to add pellet fuel and the heater
went out.
Solution: The heater incorporates a safety switch that
will disable the feed system when the hopper door is
open. If fuel is to be added while heater is in operation it
must be accomplished with in several minutes of
opening the door.
9. Problem: I turned off the switch and the heater kept
running.
Solution: This is normal. The exhaust blower will keep
running until it cools down and then it will automatically
turn off. This can vary by the temperature the exhaust
has reached and the temperature of the cooling air.
10. Problem: Feed system jammed.
Solution: This condition is caused by fuel contaminated
with hard materials such as rocks or metal objects. To
correct this remove all pellets from hopper. Unplug
heater from any power source (12V & 110V). Remove
the (4) nuts with a 3/8" nut driver attaching access
cover. Carefully remove cover and vacuum out remain
pellets. Locate the object jamming auger and
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reassemble. Plug heater into power source and push
“Run” button. With hopper door open, press safety
switch down and view auger operation. If auger turns
freely add fuel. And prime fuel system.
HI TEMP/FLUE RED WARNING LIGHT:
When the Hi-Temp/Flue indicator light comes on (red
lite beneath control knob) it means a fault has been
detected in either the flue system, over temperature, or
fan/feed motor.
Slow Flash Red Light - Indicates a blocked flue. Check
flue and clean out for built up ash deposits.
Solid Red Light - Indicates an over temperature. Check
the air intake at rear of unit. Turn the feed trim down 25%
to reduce fuel rate.
Fast Flash Red Light - Requires unit to be unplugged to
reset. Indicates a feed motor jam or fan motor fault. Fan
motor test would require running unit on “fan and clean”
only to determine if red light indication is repeated. If not,
feed system is jammed and requires the hopper access
cover to be removed and jammed material to be removed.
If this condition continuos contact your dealer for service.
TRIM KNOB ADJUSTMENT:
Underneath the control knob you will find a small round
knob that will turn forward and reverse. This knob can
control the feed motor rate. By turning the knob clockwise
you can increase the burn rate and by turning it
counterclockwise you can decrease the burn rate. Use this
to change the overall rate for different pellets. For
instance, if the pellet has high ash and burns dirty
decrease the "trim" and if the heater goes out on low or
has low flame increase the "trim".
Move this KNOB carefully! It is designed to fine tune
your LOW setting in the event you change brands of pellets
and/or live at a higher elevation.
Customer Service & Replacement Parts
Replacement parts are available from your local dealer or
on-line www.sierraproductsinc.net . Our call or write:
Customer Service
Sierra Products, Inc.
63 Laxalt Dr. Carson City, NV 89706
Phone [phone] x225
Fax [phone]
www.sierraproductsinc.net

ITEM No. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1 110541 HOPPER LID SAFETY SWITCH
2 110429 DOOR GLASS (CERAMIC 11"x11 3/4"x5mm)
3 100125 DOOR GASKET, WOVEN FIBER
4 110451 ASH DUMP KNOB
5 300522 ASH DRAWER
6 200549 HEAT EXCHANGE COVER
7 300500 FIREPOT - AL V2
8 120117 AUTOLITE IGNITER
9 202164 BURN POT SCREEN - AL
10 120120 AUTOLITE POWER RELAY
11 120118 AUTOLITE PUSH BUTTON SWITCH
12 120114 MAIN CONTROL BOARD V2.2 -A L
13 10475 COMBUSTION/CONVECTION FAN ASSY.
14 110070 CONVECTION FAN BLADE
15 300536 V3 FEED MOTOR ASSEMBLY
16 300544 V3 AUGER/SHAFT ASSEMBLY
17 110524 FEED SHAFT BUSHINGS (2)
18 100126 HOPPER LID GASKET (NOT SHOWN)
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