Flame Energy FP-45 User manual

45259A
Printed in Canada 08-09-2015
FP-45 FREESTANDING
(FL066 model)
OWNER’S MANUAL
•Warning: If your appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the
installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection
requirements in your area.
•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 death.
•Save these instructions.
•Some surfaces become hot at higher feeding rates. To prevent potential burns, avoid contact with those
areas.
•This heating appliance must serve as a supplementary heat source. An alternative heat source should be
available in the home if needed. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for additional heating costs
associated with the use of an alternative heat source.
• It is highly recommended that the user buys this product from a retailer who can provide installation and
maintenance advice.
Professional installation is highly recommended
Manufactured by:
Stove Builder International Inc.
Quebec City (Quebec) CANADA
After-sale service: 418-908-8002 E-mail: [e-mail]
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.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the FP-45 pellet stove. You are now prepared to burn wood in the most
efficient, convenient way possible. To achieve the safest, most efficient and most enjoyable
performance from your stove, you must do three things: 1) Install it properly; 2) Operate it correctly;
and 3) Maintain it regularly. The purpose of this manual is to help you do all three.
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 death.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Your FP-45 has been independently tested to ASTM E1509-95 Standard Specification for Room
Heaters, Pellet Fuel Burning Type 1, UL 1482-1998 and ULC-S627-00 Standard for Solid Fuel Room
Heaters, Oregon Administrative Rules for Mobile Homes (814-23-900 through 814-23-909) and
Installation as a Stove Heater.
This pellet stove, 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 and CSA-C22.1.
This appliance is designed for use with pelletized wood only. Do not burn coal of any type in this
appliance. It is designed for residential installation according to current national and local building
codes as a freestanding or insert room heater. It is also approved as a mobile home heater which is
designed for connection to an outside combustion air source.
The stove will not operate using natural draft or without a power source for the blowers and fuel feed
system.
This stove is designed to provide the optimum proportions of fuel and air to the fire in order to burn
free of smoke and soot. Any blockage of the air supply to or from the stove will seriously degrade its
performance and will be evidenced by a smoking exhaust and a sooting window. For best operation,
the ash content of the pellet fuel should be less than 1% and the calorific value approximately 8,200
BTU/LB. Avoid burning high ash content fuels because this will rapidly fill up the burn pot and
eventually cut off the combustion air supply.
We recommend that our pellet 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).
The FP-45 should not be used for commercial or industrial applications since operational control is
often not well managed in these settings
WARNING: T HE 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 ).

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•
Do not operate your stove if you
smell smoke coming from it. Turn it off,
monitor it, and call your dealer. DO NOT
UNPLUG IT
•
Keep foreign objects out of the hopper.
•
Never use gasoline, gasoline-type
lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or
similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in
this stove. Keep all such liquids well away from
the stove while in use.
•
Do not throw this manual away. This
manual has important operating and maintenance
instructions that you will need at a later time.
Always follow the instructions in this manual.
•
Never block free airflow through the
open vents of the stove.
•
Do not place clothing or other
flammable items on or near the stove.
•
Never try to repair or replace any
part of the stove unless instructions are given
in this manual. All other work should be done
by a trained technician.
•
The viewing door must be closed and
latched during operation.
•
The stove will not operate during a
power outage. If an outage does occur, check
the stove for smoke spillage and open a
window if any smoke spills into the room.
•
Do not operate the stove if the flame
becomes dark and sooty or if the burnpot overfills
with pellets. Turn the stove off, inspect it, and call
your dealer.
•
Disconnect the power cord before
performing any maintenance or repairs on the
stove.
NOTE: Turning the stove “off” does not
disconnect all power from the stove.
•
Do not touch the hot surfaces of the
heater. Educate all children of the danger of a
high temperature stove. Young children should be
supervised when they are in the same room as
the stove.
•
Do not unplug the stove if you
suspect a malfunction. Turn the stove off,
inspect it, and call your dealer.
•
High ambient temperature in summer
time may cause the heat sensors on the stove to
activate the blowers, disconnect the stove when
not used for extended periods..
•
Contact your local building officials to
obtain a permit and information on any
installation restrictions or inspection
requirements in your area. Notify your
insurance company.
•
The exhaust system must be
completely airtight and properly installed. All vent
connector joints must be sealed and fastened in
accordance with the pellet pipe manufacturer's
instructions to ensure consistent performance and
avoid smoke and ash spillage.
•
This unit must be properly installed to
prevent the possibility of a house fire. The
instructions must be strictly adhered to. Do not
use makeshift methods or compromise in the
installation.
•
Your stove requires maintenance and
cleaning. Failure to maintain your stove may lead
to smoke spillage in your home.
•
Allow the stove to cool before
carrying out any maintenance or cleaning.
Ashes must be disposed or stored in a metal
container with a tight lid and placed on a non
combustible surface well away from the home
structure.
•
This stove is designed and approved for
pelletized wood fuel only. Any other type of fuel
burned in this heater will void the warranty.
•
This stove must be connected to a
standard 120 V., 60 Hz grounded electrical
outlet. Do not use an adapter plug or sever the
grounding plug. Do not route the electrical cord
underneath, in front of, or over the stove.
•
When installed in a mobile home, the
stove must be bolted to the floor, have outside air,
and NOT BE INSTALLED IN A BEDROOM (Per
H.U.D. requirements). Check with local building
officials.
•
The exhaust system should be
checked, at least twice a year for any build up
of soot or creosote.
•
Stove Builder International Inc.
grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the
installation or maintenance of your stove, and
assumes no responsibility of any
consequential damage(s).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................................................3
TABLE OF CONTENTS..........................................................................................................................................................4
INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................................................................6
FP-45 FREESTANDING PELLET STOVE .......................................................................................................6
PREPARATION ..................................................................................................................................................6
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR..............................................................6
COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY ...........................................................................................................................7
WHEN OUTSIDE AIR IS NOT USED...............................................................................................................7
VENTING............................................................................................................................................................7
EQUIVALENT VENT LENGHT (EVL)............................................................................................................8
INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS.............................................................................................................8
A. HORIZONTALLY THROUGH WALL (Refer to Figures 7, 8, or 10) ..................................................8
TERMINATION LOCATION ........................................................................................................................9
PERMITTED TERMINATION LOCATION.................................................................................................9
B. VERTICALLY WITH NEW CHIMNEY SYSTEM (Refer to Figure 9 – Venting through roof)........10
C. VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING CHIMNEY SYSTEM....................................................................10
VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING MASONRY FIREPLACE.....................................................................11
INSTALLATION THROUGH SIDE OF MASONRY CHIMNEY .............................................................11
OPTIONAL LOG SET INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................12
FILTERS INSTALLATION AND CLEANING...............................................................................................13
OPERATION.........................................................................................................................................................................14
PROPER FUEL..................................................................................................................................................14
PRE-START-UP CHECK .................................................................................................................................14
BUILDING A FIRE...........................................................................................................................................14
LIGHTING PROCEDURE................................................................................................................................14
UNIT CONTROLS............................................................................................................................................14
MODE SWITCH................................................................................................................................................15
FUEL FEED SWITCH ......................................................................................................................................15
NOISE REDUCER ............................................................................................................................................15
HEAT LEVEL ...................................................................................................................................................15
RESET ...............................................................................................................................................................15
OPENING DOOR..............................................................................................................................................15
CONVECTION BLOWER (ROOM AIR FAN) ...............................................................................................15
COMBEX
tm
........................................................................................................................................................15
IF THE STOVE RUNS OUT OF PELLETS.....................................................................................................16
DAMPER CONTROL.......................................................................................................................................16
REFUELING .....................................................................................................................................................16
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE............................................................................................................................16
SAFETY FEATURES .......................................................................................................................................16
OPERATING THE STOVE USING A THERMOSTAT .................................................................................17
THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................17
THERMOSTATIC MODE............................................................................................................................17
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............................................................................................................................18

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MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................................................................19
ASH REMOVAL...............................................................................................................................................19
ASH DISPOSAL................................................................................................................................................19
VACCUM USE..................................................................................................................................................20
CLEANING .......................................................................................................................................................20
BLOWERS AND PRESSURE SWITCH PROBE............................................................................................20
CHIMNEY CLEANING....................................................................................................................................21
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE........................................................................................21
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF DOOR GLASS................................................................................21
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................................................................................22
STOVE SHUTS OFF AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “P”.........................................................................22
STOVE SHUTS OFF AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “E”.........................................................................23
STOVE FEEDS PELLETS, BUT WILL NOT IGNITE AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “L” ...................24
STOVE FEEDS PELLETS, BUT WILL NOT IGNITE AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “I”.....................24
STOVE STOPS FEEDING PELLETS AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “O”.............................................24
STOVE STOPS FEEDING PELLETS AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “H”.............................................25
STOVE STOPS FEEDING PELLETS AND SHOWS WARNING CODE “d”..............................................25
SMOKE SMELL COMING BACK INTO THE HOME..................................................................................25
AUGER MOTOR STOPS FEEDING PELLETS AND COMES BACK ON ..................................................25
GLASS SOOTS UP VERY FAST....................................................................................................................26
FLAME IS LAZY, DARK, AND HAS BLACK TIPS.....................................................................................26
AFTER STOVE HAS BEEN ON FOR A WHILE, THE BURNPOT OVERFILLS .......................................26
WARNING CODES ..........................................................................................................................................27
SMOKE SMELL OR SOOT BUILD-UP..........................................................................................................27
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM .....................................................................................................................................................28
ELECTRIC SHOCK ..............................................................................................................................................................28
REPLACEMENT PARTS......................................................................................................................................................29
APPENDIX A - HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL VENT CHART .........................................................................................30
FLAME LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................31
REGISTER YOU WARRANTY ONLINE
To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence
of the date you purchased your unit. Keep your sales invoice.
We also recommend that you register your warranty online at
http://www.flame-intl.com/warranty-registration.aspx
Registering your warranty online will help us track rapidly the
information we need on your unit.

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INSTALLATION
FP-45 FREESTANDING PELLET STOVE
Width: 25 1/4"
Height: 36”
Depth: 28 1/2”
Weight: 307 lbs.
Flue size: 3” or 4”
Hopper Capacity: Up to 80 lbs.
(This can vary slightly depending on pellet size, length, and diameter)
EPA status: certified
Burn rate: 1.3 lb. to 5.5 lbs. per hour
BTU range: 8,200 to 45000
Electrical consumption: 3.5 Amps lighting cycle
2.5 Amps. continuous duty
Control board fuses: Main: 7.5A-250V fastblow
Igniter: 5A-250V fastblow
Electrical requirement: 120VAC 15A
Approved installations: mobile home, conventional
PREPARATION
Factory packaging must be removed, and some minor assembly work is
required prior to installation:
•The black knob must be attached to heat exchanger rod;
•The coil handle must be attached to the handle rod;
•Filters may be inserted between finger guard and convection
blower (see “filters installation and cleaning” section).
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR
The FP-45 has been tested and listed for installation in regular and mobile
homes.
In the USA, the unit must be installed on a non-combustible floor pad
extending at least 6 inches (155 mm) in front of the door opening and at
least 6 inches (155 mm) on each side of the door opening. In Canada, the
unit must be installed on a noncombustible floor pad extending at least 18
inches (460 mm) in front of the door opening and at least 8 inches (205
mm) at the back and on each side of the unit. The floor pad must have a
thickness of at least 0.015'' (0.38mm). NOTE: ceramic tile, or any tile, must
be laid on a continuous non combustible sheet to prevent the possibility of
embers falling through to the combustible floor if cracks or separation
should occur in the finished surface.
DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT MATERIALS OR COMPROMISES IN THE
INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT.
INSTALL VENT WITH CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT
MANUFACTURER.
We recommend leaving 24’’ on each sides of the appliance in order to
facilitate access for maintenance.
CLEARANCES
Figure 1
Figure 2
FLOOR PROTECTION
Figure 3
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
CANADA USA
A
2’’ (55 mm) 2’’ (55 mm)
B
6’’ (155 mm) 6’’ (155 mm)
C
2’’ (55 mm) 2’’ (55 mm)
D
3’’ (80 mm) 3’’ (80 mm)
FLOOR PROTECTION*
CANADA USA
E
18’’ (460 mm) 6’’ (155 mm)
F
N/A (USA only) 6’’ (155 mm)
G
8’’ (205 mm) N/A (Canada only)
H
8’’ (205 mm) N/A (Canada only)
Door opening

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COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY
For a mobile home installation the stove must be connected to an outside
source of combustion air. A 3” inside diameter metallic pipe, either flexible
or rigid, may be attached to the inlet at the stove’s rear (refer to figures 4, 5
& 6). A rodent guard (minimum ¼” wire mesh) must be used at the
terminus (refer to figure 5). All connections must be secured and airtight by
either using the appropriately sized hose clamp and/or UL-181-AP foil tape.
For mobile home installations only: combustion air supply conduit may
not exceed 10 feet.
Sources of Outside Combustion Air
•A hole in the wall behind the stove.(Figure 5)
•A hole in floor near stove rear terminating only in a ventilated
crawl space.(Figure 6)
WHEN OUTSIDE AIR IS NOT USED
If outside air is not used, it is important that combustion air be easily
available to the air inlet. A closable outside air register can be used in
tightly insulated homes.
VENTING
The FP-45 is certified for use with a vent certified to UL-103 or ULC S629M
and a chimney type vent certified to UL-641 or ULC-S-609-M89 and
ULC/ORD C441-M90, with 3” or 4” inner diameter. In Canada, we
recommend that you use a listed pellet vent that meets the ULC S-609-M89
and ULC/ORD C441-M90 Standards. For the United States, we
recommend that you use a listed pellet vent that meets the UL-641, 7
th
edition Standard. This unit can be vented in an existing chimney with the
addition of a liner if the chimney is more than 4” in diameter. Class “A”
chimney is not required. Refer to the instructions provided by the vent or
chimney manufacturer, especially when passing through a wall, ceiling or
roof.
Your venting system should have at least one foot of vertical rise for
each foot of horizontal run. The total vertical rise should never be
less than 3 feet (see Appendix A).
This is a pressurized exhaust system. All vent connector joints must be
sealed and fastened in accordance with the pellet pipe manufacturer's
instructions to ensure consistent performance and avoid smoke and ash
spillage.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING
ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE VENTING SYSTEM OF
THIS UNIT.
INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT
MANUFACTURER.
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN BEDROOM
CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTURED
HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED
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EXHAUST
AIR
INTAKE
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83
4
Figure 4
Rear view
RODENT
GUARD
TRIM
COLLAR
Figure 5
Fresh air supply
VENTILATED
CRAWL SPACE
Figure 6
Ventilated crawl space

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EQUIVALENT VENT LENGHT (EVL)
The longer the run of pipe in your installation, the greather the restriction in
the system. Therefore, larger diameter pipe should be used for longer
runs.
•Use 4” pipe if you have more than 15 feet of Equivalent Vent Length
(EVL).
•Horizontal runs shall not exceed 10 feet of EVL.
•To calculate EVL, use the following conversions table:
Qty Type of pipe EVL equivalent(ft)
1 90° elbow or “T” 5
1 45° elbow 3
1 ft Horizontal pipe run 1
1 ft Vertical pipe run 0.5
NOTE: At altitudes above 3,000 feet, we suggest the use of 4” diameter
vent at an EVL of 7 feet or more.
Here is an example on how to calculate the EVL of your installation. (See
Figure 8)
(3 x 4’ of vertical length = 12’ x 0.5 = 6 EVL) + (1 x elbow or "T" = 5 EVL) +
(2 x 1’ of horizontal length = 2 EVL)
Total EVL = (6 + 5 +2) = 13. So 3” diameter vent is acceptable.
Note: Do not count the outside termination (goose neck) in the EVL
calculation.
INSTALLATION CONFIGURATIONS
A. HORIZONTALLY THROUGH WALL (Refer to Figures 7, 8, or 10)
NOTE: Follow Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Position stove, adhering to clearances shown in Figures 1 & 2.
2. Determine position of hole in wall; directly behind stove exhaust vent
(refer to figure 4).
3. Always maintain 3” clearance from combustible materials.
4. Install Vent wall thimble per Vent manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Attach enough piping to penetrate and extend at least 6 inches
beyond the exterior wall. There should always be at least one foot of
vertical rise for each foot of horizontal run (see Appendix A). At least
3 feet of vertical rise are needed in all cases. A longer vertical rise
will favour a better exhaust.
6. To reduce the risk of smoke spillage, never terminate with a
horizontal run. If your system terminates with a horizontal run, add at
least 3 feet of vertical rise (see Appendix A).
7. Attach cap and seal outside wall thimbles with non-hardening
waterproof mastic.
CLEAN OUT
TEE
WALL
STRAP
TERMINATION
COLLAR
45 DEGREE ELBOW
90 DEGREE ELBOW
FOLLOW CHIMNEY OR
VENT MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS
WALL
THIMBLE
Figure 7
Venting through wall
1' HORIZONTAL RUN EVL = 1'
FOLLOW CHIMNEY OR
VENT MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS
WALL
THIMBLE
VERTICAL LENGTH4' EVL = 4 X 0.5' = 2'
1' HORIZONTAL RUN EVL = 1'
90° ELBOW "T" LEE = 5'
CLEAN OUT
TEE
VERTICAL LENGTH 4' EVL = 4 X 0.5' = 2'
VERTICAL LENGTH 4' EVL = 4 X 0.5' = 2'
WALL
STRAP
VERTICAL ROOF VENT
Figure 8
Venting trough wall

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TERMINATION LOCATION
Termination should not be located so that hot exhaust gases can be a hazard. They can reach temperatures of 500 ºF and cause serious burns.
CAUTION: TERMINATION COLLAR (SPARK ARRESTER) IS MANDATORY.
Refer to NFPA 211 (USA) or CSA B365 (Canada) for rules for the distance of exit terminal from windows and openings. The exit terminal of a
mechanical draft system, other than a direct vent appliance shall be located in accordance with the following.
PERMITTED TERMINATION LOCATION
Canada:
Letter Min. clearances Description
A 12’’ (30 cm) Clearances above grade level or any adjacent surface that might support snow, ice, or debris
B 39’’ (100 cm) Clearance to window or door that may be opened
F 39’’ (100 cm) Clearance to corner or adjacent wall
H 39’’ (100 cm) Not to be installed above a meter/regulator assembly within 39" (100 cm) horizontally from the
vertical center-line of the regulator and for 15’ vertically
I 72’’ (183 cm) Clearance to gas service regulator vent outlet or within 39’’ (100 cm) of an oil tank vent or an oil
tank fill inlet
J 39’’ (100 cm) Clearance to the combustion air inlet to any other appliance
K 72’’ (183 cm) Clearance to a mechanical air supply inlet
L 84’’ (213 cm) Clearance above paved side-walk or a paved driveway located on public property
39’’ (100 cm) Clearance to property boundary
A vent shall not terminate underneath a veranda, porch, or deck
United States:
•Not Less than 36’’ (91 cm) above any forced air inlet located within 10 feet (305 cm);
•Not Less than 48’’ (122 cm) below and horizontally from, or one foot (30 cm) above, any door, window or gravity air inlet into any building;
•Not Less than 24’’ (61 cm) from an adjacent building and not less than 84’’ (213 cm) above grade when located adjacent to a public walkway.
•Cannot be located less than 12 inches (300mm) above grade.
•Cannot be located above a gas meter/regulator within 3 feet (900mm) horizontally of the vertical center line of the regulator.
•Not within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of a gas service regulator vent outlet.
•Other restrictions may apply. See NFPA 211 for further information.

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B.
VERTICALLY WITH NEW
CHIMNEY SYSTEM
(
R
efer to Figure 9
–
Venting through roof)
NOTE: Follow Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
OPTION: To achieve a centered vertical installation, a 45º elbow and a
clean-out tee can be used to offset the pipe from the exhaust outlet to the
rear center of the stove.
OPTION: Install Vent elbow in place of clean-out tee. Locate stove. Drop
plumb bob to center of tee outlet, mark point on ceiling. Install ceiling
support and Vent pipe per Vent manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Always maintain 3” clearance from combustible materials. When
passing through additional floors or ceilings, always install firestop
spacer.
2. After lining up for hole in roof, cut either a round or square hole in roof,
always 3” larger all the way around pipe. Install upper edge and sides
of flashing under roofing materials, nail to the roof along upper edge.
Do not nail lower edge. Seal nail heads with flexible waterproof
sealant.
3. Apply flexible, waterproof sealant where the storm collar meets the
vent. Slide storm collar down until it sits on the flashing. Seal and
install cap. Mobile home installations must use a spark arrester.
C. VERTICALLY INTO EXISTING CHIMNEY SYSTEM
As an alternative, 3” or 4” Vent can be run inside existing chimney to
termination (Figure 11). This is the preferred method.
Follow guidelines for equivalent vent length.
Figure 9
Venting through roof
CLEAN OUT
TEE
FOR BASEMENT INSTALLATION
A 4" PIPE IS RECOMMANDED
WALL THIMBLE
FOLLOW CHIMNEY OR
VENT MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS
CLEAN OUT
TEE
WALL
STRAP
Figure 10
Basement installation
Figure 11
Venting through existing chimney

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VERTICALLY INTO EXIS
TING MASONRY FIREPLA
CE
NOTE: Follow Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Have the masonry chimney inspected by a qualified chimney sweep
or installer to determine its structural integrity.
2. You must run a pipe from the stove outlet to 18 inches above the top
of the chimney.
3. Install a blanking plate and the chimney pipe, and if used the outside
air pipe, as shown in Figure 12.
4. Attach the DuraVent adapter, a section of pipe and clean out tee,
making sure the clean out tee is centered in the chimney flue area.
Use RTV, metallic tape, and a minimum of three self-taping screws at
all joint connections to ensure a tight seal.
5. Position the stove, adhering to the clearances in Figures 1 & 2.
Measure and build chimney top plate. Cut out holes for chimney pipe, and
if used the outside air pipe. Install and seal with flexible waterproof sealant
to prevent water leakage. Install vent cap.
FOLLOW CHIMNEY OR
VENT MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS
3"
VERTICAL ROOF VENT
TOP PLATE
BLANKING PLATE
OPTIONAL
OUTSIDE AIR
CLEAN OUT
TEE
18"
Figure 12
Venting through masonry
chimney
INSTALLATION THROUGH
SIDE OF MASONRY CHIM
NEY
NOTE: Follow Vent chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Position the stove, adhering to the clearances in Figures 1 & 2. Mark
the center of the hole where the pipe is to pierce the masonry
chimney.
2. It will be necessary to cut out the masonry around the location of the
pipe center mark. Cut a 4-inch diameter hole for 3-inch pipe and 5-
inch diameter hole for 4-inch pipe.
3. Measure and build chimney top plate. Cut out holes for chimney pipe,
and if used the outside air pipe.
4. Install the tee on the bottom of the vertical pipe system and lower it
down the chimney until the center branch of the tee is level with the
center of the hole in the masonry, as shown in Figure 13.
5. Install and seal the top plate from step 3 with flexible waterproof
sealant. Slip the storm collar over the pipe, and while holding the pipe
at the proper elevation, affix the collar with a minimum of three 1/4”
stainless steel sheet metal screws. Seal all joints and seams around
the collar.
6. Connect the horizontal pipe by pushing it through the hole in the
masonry and lining it up with the branch in the tee. Push the pipe into
the tee while twisting it to lock it into the tee.
7. If desired, once the horizontal pipe is in place, the space between the
pipe and masonry may be filled with high-temperature grout.
Install the trim collar. An adjustable pipe length and adapter may be
needed to align and complete the connection to the stove.
OPTIONAL
OUTSIDE AIR
FOLLOW CHIMNEY OR
VENT MANUFACTURER'S
INSTRUCTIONS
WALL
THIMBLE
3"
VERTICAL ROOF VENT
CLEAN OUT
TEE
TOP PLATE
18"
Figure 13
Venting through side of
masonry chimney

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OPTIONAL LOG SET INSTALLATION
To install the optional log set, you first need to remove the four screws ind
icated on figure 14.
Keep the screws. Locate the two fixation brackets figure 15 that came with your owner’s
manual. Fix the two brackets using the same screws you have removed. Lay the log set inside
the firebox as shown on figure 16, 17 & 18
SCREWS
SCREWS
LOG SUPPORTS
Figure 14
Supports position
Figure 15
Log set supports
LOG SUPPORT
LOG SUPPORT
Figure 16
Supports location
Figure 17
Log set positioning
Figure 18
Log set positioning

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FILTERS INSTALLATION AND CLEANING
The two filters for your convection blowers are supplied with the owner’s manual. Although the filters are not mandatory, they are useful to prevent dust
from being dispersed into the room where the stove is located. If you install the filters, please make sure that they are cleaned on a regular basis as per
our recommended maintenance schedule. This is particularly critical if you have animals in your house, such as a dog or a cat. Filters that are not
cleaned can clog up and cause your stove to overheat. You may also damage or burn the convection blowers. In order to install the filters, simply insert
them in the slot just above the blower’s finger guard. To clean the filters, use a vacuum or remove the filters and rinse them with hot water.

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OPERATION
PROPER FUEL
THIS STOVE IS APPROVED FOR BURNING PELLETIZED WOOD FUEL ONLY!
Factory-approved pellets are those 1/4” or 5/16” in diameter and not over 1” long.
Longer or thicker pellets sometimes bridge the auger flights, which prevents proper
pellet feed. Burning wood in forms other than pellets is not permitted. It will
violate the building codes for which the stove has been approved and will void
all warranties. The design incorporates automatic feed of the pellet fuel into the fire
at a carefully prescribed rate. Any additional fuel introduced by hand will not increase
heat output but may seriously impair the stoves performance by generating
considerable smoke. Do not burn wet pellets. The stove’s performance depends
heavily on the quality of your pellet fuel.
Avoid pellet brands that display these characteristics:
a. Excess Fines – “Fines” is a term describing crushed pellets or loose material
that looks like sawdust or sand. Pellets can be screened before being placed in
hopper to remove most fines.
b. Binders – Some pellets are produced with materials to hold them together, or
“bind” them.
c. High ash content – Poor quality pellets will often create smoke and dirty glass.
They will create a need for more frequent maintenance. You will have to empty
the burn pot plus vacuum the entire system more often. Poor quality pellets
could damage the auger. Flame cannot accept responsibility for damage due to
poor quality pellets. The pellet ash content should be less than 1%. The pellet
grade and ash content should be indicated on the bag by the pellet
manufacturer.
PRE-START-UP CHECK
Remove burn pot, making sure it is clean and none of the air holes are plugged.
Clean the firebox, and then reinstall burn pot. Clean door glass if necessary (a dry
cloth or paper towel is usually sufficient). Never use abrasive cleaners on the glass or
door. Check fuel in the hopper, and refill if necessary.
BUILDING A FIRE
Never use a grate or other means of supporting the fuel. Use only the Flame
approved burn pot.
NOTE: During the first few fires, your stove will emit an odor and a small amount of
fumes as the high temperature paint cures or becomes seasoned to the metal.
Maintaining smaller fires will minimize this. Avoid placing items on stovetop during
this period because paint could be affected. Make sure the room is well-
ventilated.
Open windows. Odors and fumes released during this process are unpleasant
but they are not toxic.
LIGHTING PROCEDURE
a. Fill hopper and clean burn pot.
b. Press “MODE” button to select the desired setting “MANUAL” or
‘THERMOSTAT”
c. If the flame is too low in burn pot or the unit has difficulty to light, reduce the air
supply by turning the air supply control knob toward the minimum setting. The
knob is located on the side of the unit. Once the fire is established, adjust the
air supply knob to the desired flame height.
d. Adjust feed rate to desired setting by pressing “-” or “+” button.
If fire doesn’t start in 30 minutes, refer to troubleshooting section.
UNIT CONTROLS
The blowers and automatic fuel supply are controlled from a panel on the right-hand side of
the FP-45 MF. The control panel functions are as follows.
Figure 19
PC board

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MODE SWITCH
•When the mode switch is pressed, the stove will automatically ignite. If the manual mode is selected, the heat level must be selected manually to
adjust the stove’s heat output to the desired level. If the thermostat mode is selected, the stove will automatically modulate between the lowest heat
level and the heat level selected to keep the room temperature at the thermostat’s setting. If the set room temperature is achieved while the stove
has been running at the lowest heat level for more than 45 minutes, the unit will automatically shut off and will start another ignition cycle only when
the thermostat calls for heat again. No fire starter is necessary to ignite the unit. The auger will feed fuel for 4 minutes and the electronic igniter will
stay on for 10 minutes. If the unit doesn’t ignite within 15 minutes, the stove will wait for 5 minutes and will start a second ignition cycle. If ignition
fails a second time, a warning message will appear on control panel.
•The Heat Level may be selected during the ignition cycle. However, the unit will only feed fuel at the desired heat level setting when the heat sensor
located into the stove will receive a signal indicating that the unit has been fully ignited. This may take anywhere between 10 and 15 minutes.
FUEL FEED SWITCH
•When the “Fuel Feed” button is pushed and held down the stove will feed pellets continuously into the burn pot.
CAUTION: THIS FUNCTION CAN ONLY BE OPERATED WHEN THE STOVE IS IN “OFF” POSITION. THE FUEL FEED SWITCH IS USED TO
PRIME THE AUGER WHEN AUGER IS EMPTY.
NOISE REDUCER
•The convection blower speed varies directly with the fuel feed rate.
•When the “NOISE REDUCER” button is pushed, the convection blower will switch to its lowest speed. The convection blower will remain at its
lowest speed unless the stove reaches a certain temperature. If this occurs, the convection blower will go back to its highest setting to cool down
the stove. The low noise button will have to be pressed again for the convection blower to go back to its lowest speed. The functions normally
activated by this icon are not available on this specific model. However, the icon could be used to access certain troubleshooting or programming
functions.
HEAT LEVEL
•By pressing “+” or “-“, you can set the pellet feed rate and hence the heat output of your stove. The levels of heat output will incrementally change
and each LED indicate the level from 1 to 6.
RESET
Reset button has to be used to clear any warning on the control and restart your stove.
OPENING DOOR
The door should be open only for maintenance purposes.
CONVECTION BLOWER (ROOM AIR FAN)
Upon starting your stove, the convection blower will not come on until the stove’s heat exchanger warms up. This usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes
from start-up. Speed will vary with the selected feed rate, except if the noise reducer mode has been activated.
COMBEX
tm
Your stove uses a unique patented technology called COMBEX. As opposed to most other pellet stoves, which use only an
exhaust blower, your FP-45MF uses a motor on which are mounted two housings with impeller blades. One housing serves for
combustion, and the other for exhaust. This is why we refer to the combustion/exhaust blower throughout this manual. The
COMBEX system balances combustion air and uptake to provide clean, worry-free combustion which is less dependent on the
leak-tightness of the device and the quality of the combustible.

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IF THE STOVE RUNS OUT OF PELLETS
The fire goes out and the auger motor and blowers will run until the stove cools down. This will take a few minutes.
After the stove’s components stop running, a warning message will appear .
To restart, press the “RESET” button, refill the hopper , and press the “FUEL FEED” button until pellets begin to fall into the burn pot. Press the
“MODE” button to start the unit on Manual or Thermostatic mode.
DAMPER CONTROL
The damper control rod on the stove’s lower right side adjusts the combustion air. This control is necessary due to the varied burn characteristics of
individual installations and different pellet brands. It allows you to improve the efficiency of your stove. Providing correct combustion air will reduce the
frequency of cleaning your glass door and prevent the rapid build-up of creosote inside your stove and chimney.
You should adjust the damper based on the fire’s appearance. A low, reddish, dirty fire can be improved by increasing the air supply using the control
knob located on the side of the unit. A “blow torch” fire can be improved by reducing the air supply.
Through trial and error, you will find the best setting. Consult your dealer if you need help.
REFUELING
We recommend that you not let the hopper drop below ¼ full. If the reload lid stays for open more than 3 minutes, a warning will appear. To restart,
press the “RESET” button, and then press the “MODE” button to start the unit on Manual or Thermostatic mode.
KEEP HOPPER LID CLOSED AT ALL TIMES EXCEPT WHEN REFILLING. THE HOPPER MAY BE FILLED WHILE THE STOVE IS OPERATING.
DO NOT OVERFILL HOPPER.
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
Turning your Flame stove off is a matter of pressing the “MODE” control panel switch, until the “OFF” led goes on. The blowers will continue to operate
until internal firebox temperatures have fallen to a preset level.
SAFETY FEATURES
a. Your stove is equipped with a re-settable high temperature switch (also called heat sensor or heat switch). The switch has a reset button on its
backside. Like a circuit breaker, once tripped, the reset button will have to be pushed before you can restart the stove. The high temperature
switch is there to protect the stove from overheating in case of an evacuation problem, a control board problem, a blower problem, or any other
problem causing the unit to overheat. The manufacturer recommends that you call your dealer if this occurs as it may indicate a more serious
problem. A service call may be required.
NOTE: If an overheating situation occurs, the high temperature switch (called the L-250 manual reset) will automatically shut down the auger
(fuel feed system) and a warning code will appear.
b. If the combustion blower fails, an air pressure switch will automatically shut down the auger and a warning message will appear. This
safety feature is to prevent the unit from burning fuel when the combustion/exhaust blower has failed, therefore preventing combustion fumes
from spilling into the room.
c. If the temperature in the auger rises beyond a certain acceptable level, a second high temperature switch located on the auger housing will
stop the fuel feed system and a warning will appear.
CODE BEFORE RESETING TO RESET
H1, H2, H3
OR H4 Heat exchanger and/or exhaust system is/are clogged. Refer to the owner’s manual
for maintenance procedures.
Press simultaneously for 2 seconds the
″
reset and mode
″
button
*** After 3 attempts, reset is no longer possible, call SBI technical support.

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OPERATING THE STOVE USING A THERMOSTAT
A thermostat may help you maintain a constant house temperature
automatically. A low voltage thermostat or 24 Volt thermostat is required. A
fixed wall mount or hand held model can be used. The control panel can be
set up two ways to operate your stove in thermostatic mode.
THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION
•Unplug the stove from the power outlet.
•Connect two thermostat wires to the terminal block located on the
lower right side of the back of the stove. To do so, loosen the two
screws and insert the wires in the terminals. Tighten the two screws.
(See figure 20)
• If you are using a wireless wall thermostat or a hand held thermostatic
remote control, you can locate the receiver behind the stove’s back
panel, on the right end side, just below the terminal block. Most
receivers are already equipped with quick-connect terminals. Simply
unplug the PC board wires connected to the back of the terminal block
and connect them directly with the receiver’s terminals. Location of
the thermostat is very important to obtain the best comfort and
efficiency from you FP-45 MF. The thermostat should be mounted 50
inch from the floor on a wall located 15 to 20 feet from the stove. You
should avoid an installation directly in front of the stove to avoid
cycling.(See figure 21)
•MODES
THERMOSTATIC MODE
•To use this mode, the “MODE” button must be pushed to “Thermostat”
upon starting the stove. The heat setting is then selected using the
“Heat Level” selector “+ or –“. When set in thermostatic mode, the
stove will automatically run a the heat level selected until the set room
temperature is reached. When that occurs, the stove will switch to
heat setting #1 (lowest) until the thermostat calls for heat again. The
convection blower will also slow to its lowest speed. When the
thermostat calls for heat again, the stove will increase its feed rate to
match the heat setting selected.
•N.B.: If the room temperature remains stable and the thermostat
does not call for heat during at least 45 minutes, the stove will shut
down. When the thermostat calls for heat again, the stove will start an
ignition cycle. Once the ignition cycle is completed, the stove will
increase its feed rate to match the heat setting selected.
•N.B.: It is possible to change the setting of your unit such that if the
thermostat does not call for heat after 45 minutes, the unit will remain
at the lowest heat setting (#1) but will not shut down (this is the
PILOT ON mode). The stove will remain at the lowest heat level until
the thermostat calls for heat again. If you prefer that your unit runs
following that logic, you need to change the setting to PILOT ON by
simultaneously pressing the following two buttons on the PC Board
for a couple of seconds:
and
Once you do that, the letters P, I, L, O, T, O, N will appear on the PC
Board to let you know that you are in the “PILOT ON” mode. If you
wish to go back to the default thermostatic mode (i.e. the unit shuts
down after 45 minutes if the thermostat does not call for heat), simply
press the same two buttons again for a couple of seconds. The
letters P, I, L, O, T, A, U, T, O will appear on the PC Board to let you
know that you are in the “PILOT AUTO” mode.
NOTE: When in thermostatic mode:
•You should not operate the manual control or play with the
temperature setting.
•YOUR THERMOSTAT SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY AN
AUTHORIZED DEALER OR SERVICE PERSON.
THERMOSTAT
WIRE TERMINAL
Figure 20
Thermostat terminal
D = MINIMUM DISTANCE 15 FEET
SHOULD BE AVOIDED
Figure 21
Thermostat location

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OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ THIS!
a. If you notice a smoldering fire (burnpot full but no visible flame) AND a heavy smoke buildup in firebox,
immediately TURN OFF the stove, but DO NOT unplug it. Do not open the door, change the damper setting or
tamper with any controls on the stove. Wait until smoke inside the firebox clears and blowers shut down. Do as
instructed in “PRE-START-UP CHECK” and “LIGHTHING PROCEDURE”, then attempt to restart the fire. If the
problem persists, contact your dealer. Please note that smoke build-up during ignition may occur. Smoke can
accumulate in the firebox for a few seconds just before the igniter is hot enough to fire-up the pellets in the burn pot.
This is normal. As soon there is fire in the burn pot, smoke will disappear.
b. DO NOT STORE OR USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, ESPECIALLY GASOLINE, IN THE VICINITY OF YOUR FLAME.
NEVER USE A GAS OR PROPANE TORCH, GASOLINE, GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE,
CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR FLUIDS TO START OR “FRESHEN UP” A FIRE IN THIS HEATER.
c. WARNING: DO NOT OVERFIRE THIS STOVE. This may cause serious damage to your stove and void your
warranty. It also may create a fire hazard in your home. IF ANY EXTERNAL PART OF THE UNIT BEGINS TO
GLOW, YOU ARE OVERFIRING. Immediately press the “MODE” switch on the control panel, until reaching the
‘OFF’ position. DO NOT UNPLUG YOUR STOVE. If you leave your house and your stove is not connected to a
thermostat or a fresh air supply, do not leave it at the maximum setting. If the ambient air in a confined room
becomes to hot, the stove may overheat and the thermal protection on the combustion/exhaust motor may
be activated, causing the motor to stop.
d. KEEP ALL LOOSE OR MOVEABLE HOUSEHOLD COMBUSTIBLES, SUCH AS FURNITURE, DRAPES, TOYS,
ETC. AT LEAST THREE FEET FROM THE OPERATING STOVE.
e. Maintain proper ventilation. It is important that adequate oxygen be supplied to the fire for the combustion process.
Modern houses are often so well insulated that it may become necessary to open a window slightly or install an
outside air vent to provide sufficient combustion air.
f. Since heating with solid fuel is potentially hazardous, even with a well made and thoroughly tested stove, it would be
wise to install strategically placed smoke detectors and have a fire extinguisher in a convenient location, near an exit.
g. Do not open the stove door when operating unless necessary. This will create a dirty, inefficient burn and could allow
smoke spillage or sparks to escape.
h. Do not permit operation by young children or those unfamiliar with stove’s operation.
i. Do not service or clean this appliance without disconnecting the power cord.
j. Do not abuse the door glass by striking, slamming or similar trauma. Do not operate the stove with the glass removed,
cracked or broken.
k. If the stove is installed in a room without air conditioning, or in an area where direct sunlight can shine on the unit, it is
possible this can cause the temperature of the stove to rise to operational levels; one of the sensors could then make
the blowers start on their own. It is recommended that the stove be unplugged when not in use for extended periods
of time (i.e. during the summer months).

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MAINTENANCE
FAILURE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THIS UNIT AS INDICATED CAN RESULT IN POOR
PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY HAZARDS. NEVER CLEAN WHEN HOT.
NOTE: Inspect burn pot periodically to see that holes have not become plugged. If so,
clean thoroughly.
ASH REMOVAL
The FP-45 stove has an ash drawer located under the firebox. To remove ashes:
a. Make sure fire is out and the firebox is cool.
b. Open the door and remove the baffle from the firebox. Close the door.
c. With the door closed, clean heat exchanger tubes by sliding the cleaning rod back and
forth.
(see Cleaning section and Figure 23) .
d. Open the door and remove the burn pot by grasping it and pulling straight out. Scrape the
burn pot with a scraper if necessary. Make sure that the burn pot holes are not plugged.
Empty ashes from the burn pot into the ash drawer through the opening at the bottom of
the firebox. Put the burn pot ba
ck in place. Make sure it is level and pushed all the way in.
Make sure the burn pot gasket is in place before putting the burn pot back. Absence of
this gasket will cause ignition problems.
e. Sweep the ashes in the firebox into the ash drawer through the opening at the bottom of
the firebox or vacuum to remove ashes.
WARNING: Make sure ashes are cool to the touch
before using a vacuum. See “VACUUM USE”.
f. Periodically remove and empty the ash drawer (see Figure 24) below the ash lip. Dispose
of ashes properly.
(See “ASH REMOVAL” above)
g. Put the ash drawer back into place, making sure the ash plug is into place and maintain a
good seal. Air leak will affect the combustion.
ASH DISPOSAL
Ashes should be stored in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container or
ashes should be placed on a non-combustible surface or on the ground, well away from all
combustible materials pending final disposal. If ashes are disposed of by soil burial or
otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders
have thoroughly cooled.
FRESH AIR
INTAKE
HIGH TEMPERATURE
SWITCH L-250
MANUAL RESET
HIGH TEMPERATURE
SWITCH F-160
HIGH TEMPERATURE
SWITCH L-250 AUTOMATIC
AIR SUPPLY
CONTROL
Figure 25
Side view
MAIN
WALL
BAFFLE
Figure 22
Baffle & exhaust access panel
LOUVERS
CLEANING
ROD
Figure 23
Cleaning rod
Figure 24
Ash drawer

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VACCUM USE
If a vacuum is used to clean your stove, we suggest using a vacuum designed for ashes.
Some regular vacuums and shop vacs leak ash into the room. Your vacuum or shop vac may have a special filter or bag available to eliminate this
leakage.
CLEANING
a. Heat Exchange Tubes – Your FP-45 stove is designed with a built-in heat exchanger tube cleaner. This should be used weekly to remove
accumulated ash on the tubes. Slide the cleaning rod back and forth two or three times from front to back (refer to figure 36). When finished,
push the cleaning rod back in, behind the louvers.
b. Baffle: Remove the baffle and scrape off ashes. Slide both sides toward the center to remove the baffle(Figure 39) Use a vacuum is
necessary. In some cases, you will need to remove creosote on the baffle, which can accumulate rapidly under certain conditions. A small
wire brush can be used. It is important to remove this creosote because it is highly combustible and could cause premature corrosion.
*When replacing the baffle, make sure that the open side of the baffle is located on the left.
c. Chamber walls: Periodically, you must vacuum the ashes that may have accumulated on the main walls of the combustion chamber. START
BY REMOVING THE DECORATIVE MASONRY-
LIKE PANELS, WHICH ARE SIMPLY HELD BY CLIPS. The use of a vacuum is necessary.
There is also a cleaning outlet located behind the left side panel of the combustion chamber. Remove this panel using a screw driver. Loosen
the screws then remove. Insert the vacuum tip through the cleaning outlet and clean thoroughly. REPEAT THIS OPERATION AT LEAST
ONCE PER TON OF PELLETS BURNED UNTIL YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH HOW ASHES ACCUMULATE WITH YOUR OPERATING
PRACTICES.
d. Convection blowers - Clean the blower’s protective wire mesh regularly as dust and hair build-ups on the mesh will reduce the efficiency of
the blowers and may cause the stove to overheat.
BLOWERS AND PRESSURE SWITCH PROBE
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE
SERVICING UNIT.
•Blower Cleaning – Over a period of time, ashes or dust may collect on the
blades of both the combustion/exhaust blower and convection blower.
Periodically, the blowers should be cleaned as the ash and dust can
impede performance. The combustion/exhaust blower can be accessed by
opening the left, right, and back panels.(Figure 25) To clean the blades in
the combustion blower housing, insert the vacuum tip through the air inlet
damper opening located on the side of the combustion blower housing.
Clean thoroughly. To clean the blades in the exhaust blower housing, use
a screw driver to remove the cleaning access panel located on the side of
the metal box covering the housing. Insert the vacuum tip through the
cleaning outlet and clean the blades thoroughly.
•Pressure switch probe cleaning – Ashes may accumulate on inside tip of
the pressure switch probe connector. Use a mesh pad or wire brush to
clean the connector and blow inside the tube to make sure it’s free of
obstruction.
NOTE: When cleaning, be careful not to bend fan blades. Some stove owners lightly spray an
anti-creosote chemical on the fire to help reduce creosote formation within the stove.
Figure 25
Exhaust blower cleaning