Magnum WIN-ACI Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Elite Corn/Biomass/Wood Pellet Stove

Summary of WIN-ACI

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    Magnum winchester « elite » corn/biomass/wood pellet stove models: win-acp & win-aci, owner’s manual installation – operation – maintenance instructions note: these instructions must be saved for future reference please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet burning stove...

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    2 date 8/18/10 section page introduction/specifications...…………………………………… 3 technical bulletin/importance of adequate fresh air…………. 4 safety steps……………………………………………………… 5 burning solid fuels……………………………………………… 6, 7 unpacking your magnum wood pellet appliance ……………. 7, 8 clearances………………………………………………………...

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    3 dear valued magnum product owner, we appreciate your decision to help preserve our precious environment by purchasing your magnum corn/biomass/wood pellet appliance. With everyone working together, we can have clean air and renewable heat for our homes. Please read this owners manual carefully bef...

  • Page 4: Technical Bulletin

    4 technical bulletin importance of adequate fresh air every home is a slightly different situation and depending on the design of the air movement within the home, might be easy to distribute heat or very difficult. If you have boiler heat or other non- ducted central heating this becomes even more ...

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    Important: proper installation of this stove is crucial for proper and safe operation. Installing this product improperly may result in a house fire and/or personal injury. All applicable building codes for your location must be followed. In areas where building codes require additional steps to the...

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    6 unlike petroleum and natural gas products, solid fuels such as wood pellets create ash as the fuel is burned. Even with the highly efficient flame your magnum stove will produce, the solid fuels used will produce ash. This ash will have to be cleaned out of the stove from time to time. The cleanin...

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    7 9 there are many varieties of corn grown around the world. Each variety has unique characteristics including the shape and size of the kernel. Your stove will burn more consistently with a small to mid-size kernel corn. If the kernel size of the corn varies greatly or if you switch sources frequen...

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    8 when you receive your magnum corn/biomass/wood pellet stove, pedestal unit, leg unit or fireplace insert, be careful to inspect all parts and components to make sure that nothing was damaged or lost in shipment. If there was shipping damage, be sure to report it to your magnum reseller, or the shi...

  • Page 9: Clearances

    9 clearances note: clearances for the insert models are shown on pages 21-24 conventional clearances a…sidewall 3 in. (75 mm) b…back wall 3 in. (75 mm)…… (vertical venting installation requires a min. 3” clearance from combustibles to vent pipe). C…corner wall 3 in (75 mm)……. (vertical venting insta...

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    10 it is recommended that only an authorized magnum installer install your wood pellet stove. The following installation guidelines must be followed to ensure conformity with both the safety listing of this stove and to local building codes. 9 a listed 3” or 4” type “pl” corn/pellet vent exhaust sys...

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    11 guidelines for exhaust venting systems design, cont…… to determine whether a 3” or 4” exhaust system should be used, follow the guidelines below: 1) determine the “equivalent pipe length” for each component used according to the comparison chart below. Add the “equivalent pipe length” of all comp...

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    12 outside make-up air for combustion is required on all installations 1) for freestanding installations with horizontal through-the-wall exhaust, it is required that the stove combustion air intake be connected to a fresh air intake outside. If the home is newer or has been tightly insulated it is ...

  • Page 13: Installation Precautions

    13 installation precautions caution: do not install this appliance in any manner other than as described in this manual. If you have any questions about properly venting or installing your magnum corn/biomass/wood pellet stove, please contact your dealer or american energy systems, inc. For informat...

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    14 the magnum corn/biomass/wood pellet appliances may be installed as follows: 1) a freestanding unit (with a pedestal only). 2) a hearth mounted fireplace insert into a masonry or factory built fireplace. 3) a built-in heater mounted in an alcove with a pedestal. 4) a built-in heater mounted on a n...

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    15 vent termination general instructions note: the following are general instructions for installing this appliance. The corn/pellet vent manufacturer’s instructions should be followed for the vent pipe being used. Use only 3” or 4” listed type pl corn/pellet vent pipe. Warning: shut off all electri...

  • Page 16: Horizontal Installation

    16 horizontal installation exhaust vent termination shall be as follows: a minimum of 4’ feet/122omm below, beside and 1’ foot above any door or window that opens, or any opening into a building. A minimum of 2’ feet/610mm from any adjacent building or overhang. A minimum of 7’ feet/2130mm above gra...

  • Page 17: Vertical Installation

    17 vertical installation guidelines for connecting to an existing factory-built chimney: 1. Inspect the chimney for the presence of creosote, soot or other combustible deposits, and blockage or obstructions. Thoroughly clean the chimney and remove any obstructions. 2. Thoroughly inspect the chimney ...

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    18 warning: unless the venting is enclosed and insulated, this installation will cause poor venting, excess ash buildup, premature failure of exhaust system, staining of the house siding and serious creosote buildup. This installation should not be used in a cold climate area. Storm collar note: thi...

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    19 ac control panel/thermostat hook-up warning: always disconnect power cord during any electrical operation 1. Remove control panel from protective packaging. 2. Connect the one way molex plug to the control panel; do not pull on the wire harness inside the stove. Note: use only a low voltage mercu...

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    20 magnum win insert installation.

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    21 win insert installation cont. Siding use only rigid pellet vent pipe framing chimney cap storm collar seal plate 3”(75mm minimum clearance around vent 6” (150mm) min. 16” (375mm) minimum 6” (150mm) minimum.

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    22 win insert installation cont. When extending the unit beyond a raised hearth, you must use some type of support bolt to hold and level the unit. (not provided) for a raised hearth, you can have a decorative skirting made by your installer to finish off the front of the unit. The skirting must be ...

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    23 it is not recommended to run the fresh air to the top of the chimney it is best to route the fresh air intake either out the back of the fireplace cavity or down and out to an outside air source. Running the fresh air up and out the top of the chimney can cause excessive draft issues. Your instal...

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    25 fireplace insert shroud installation diagram:.

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    26 thermostat wire connection low voltage thermostat molex plug 24 volt thermostat hookup.

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    27 below is a graphical display of the magnum rp2016 (elite) control board front panel. Each operational function of the control board is shown for proper operation of the control center. Please note: power- on light glows amber when on heat level indictor led (red per heat level setting) heat level...

  • Page 28: Operating Instructions

    28 operating instructions (using self igniter systems, if auto ignition system (optional) has been installed) note: each time the stove is started, the firepot must be checked for debris and clear air holes. Some fuels will cause the firepot to build up more frequently making it necessary to stir an...

  • Page 29: Operating Instructions

    29 note: if the fire is burning too fast and the fuel is being burned up too quickly, turn the air intake butterfly damper closed a little to slow the fire down. This should be done in small 1/4” increments so that the fire doesn’t change too quickly. You can also adjust the draft or auger trim to b...

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    30 note: the viewing door, ash pan door and hopper door must be closed and/or latched during operation or the vacuum will not be established. If vacuum can not be established the stove will shut down and the #2 heat level setting light will blink. The on/off button must be pushed and held for app. 6...

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    31 operating instructions…continued (all models) proper fuel this stove is designed and approved to burn super or premium biomass fuels only. Do not use any other type of fuel. Clean corn with moisture content less than 15% must be used. Factory approved pellets are those ¼” in diameter and not over...

  • Page 32: Cleaning Instructions

    32 cleaning instructions note: be sure the stove is turned off, the power cord is unplugged, and the unit is cold before cleaning or servicing. Recommended cleaning periods: a. The heat exchange tubes in the stove should be cleaned 1 to 2 times per day. B. The firebox/ash pan should be cleaned every...

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    33 warning: failure to clean the stove is a leading and preventable cause of stove malfunctions. Fuel types and installations may dramatically affect the cleaning intervals required for your stove. Sampling different brands of fuel to find the cleanest burning fuel available in your area can greatly...

  • Page 34: II.  Heat Exchanger:

    34 cleaning instructions for the winchester insert warning: disconnect the power cord before cleaning or servicing this unit. The stove must be turned off cooled before using the rake handle. Ii. Heat exchanger: this stove is designed with a built-in heat exchange tube rake. The ash rake handle is l...

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    35 insert cleaning instructions…continued warning: disconnect power cord before cleaning or servicing. Note: cleaning intervals may vary greatly with different types/brands of fuel due to the ash content, moisture, and material composition of different fuels. Inspect and clean exhaust system frequen...

  • Page 36: Automatic Features

    36 automatic features a. Thermostat option (optional): when using a thermostat, set the unit to one of the medium or higher settings. The unit will burn at the rate selected on demand by the thermostat (medium to high). When the room temperature drops below the thermostat setting, the thermostat swi...

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    37 your magnum biomass pellet stove comes to you with the glass door installed in place, ready for use. The glass is surrounded on the edges with a gasket and seated in a glass channel. It is held in place with two (2) clips on the top and two (2) clips on the bottom and two (2) clips on each side. ...

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    38 basic circuit board functions (expanded)/diagnostics operation the on/off button initiates the start of the circuit board and the shut down of the board. Pushing the on/off button momentarily will engage the start up sequence. The on/off button also is used to re-set the board when the vacuum swi...

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    39 your control panel comes with the ability to use ten (10) separate programming features. This programming must be done by a qualified factory trained technician. Contact your local dealer to set up an appointment to have this done. The unit also has three (3) separate modes of operation (switch l...

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    40 ac model wiring diagram warning: disconnect power before servicing this unit..

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    41 draft slide gate adjustment (optional equipment) note: draft slide gate does not come with unit. This is a add-on only done by a qualified technician the normal operation of the magnum appliances would be with the draft slide gate open fully as shown. When the gate is in the fully open position, ...

  • Page 42: Igniter Replacement

    42 igniter replacement the igniter system on the magnum appliances’ is an integral part of the wiring system. If the igniter is shorted out, the wiring must be disconnected in order for the unit to operate. If the wires are by-passed it will cause the stove to short out and blow a fuse. It is recomm...

  • Page 43: Trouble Shooting Guide

    43 trouble shooting guide unplug power to the appliance before performing any service. Problem causes solutions ? Fire burns with a lazy, orange flame and/or fuel builds up in the firepot and the glass will soot up quickly. ♦ insufficient combustion air. ♦ feed rate too high for manual draft setting...

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    44 problem causes solutions ? Fire goes out or stove shuts down automatically. ♦ hopper is empty. ♦ fuel is not feeding. ♦ high limit temperature switch has tripped. ♦ vacuum pressure switch has tripped. ♦ poor quality or wet fuel. ♦ combustion air too high. ♦ fuel feed rate is too low. 9 refill hop...

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    45 problem causes solutions ? Room blower will not operate. ♦ no power to stove. ♦ no power to control board. ♦ blower has overheated due to dirt on blades or in motor. ♦ blower is defective. 9 check to see that the unit is plugged into the wall outlet. 9 check to see if your circuit breaker has “tr...

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    46 problem causes solutions ? Fuel burns off to quickly, have difficulty keeping a pilot fire. ♦ air shutter is open to far. ♦ over drafting on a vertical install. ♦ outside air is not hooked up. ♦ positive or negative pressure in home is affecting the units operation. 9 adjust your air damper to a ...

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    47 magnum winchester appliances replacement parts list order # model name/description dealer pricing msrp bc2500 magnum baby countryside auto-light system, complete assembly bc2009 igniter, baby countryside p5063 igniter tube, baby countryside rp2016 magnum baby/win elite circuit board (digital elec...

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    48 american energy systems inc. Limited product warranty this warranty is in effect on all products sold after 01/01/2009 and supersedes any and all warranties currently in existence. Please keep a copy of this warranty for your personal records or in the event of a claim american energy systems inc...

  • Page 49: Service Record

    49 service record date service or cleaning performed this record must be sent in when any warranty claims are made..