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Pacific Energy DESIGN-E Operating Instructions Manual - Contents

Summary of DESIGN-E

  • Page 1

    190913-24 spne 5055.101.B model: super insert design-e spne safety notice if this stove is not properly installed, a house fi re may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Consult local building inspector or officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements ...

  • Page 2: Contents

    2 spne 190913-24 contents safety ............................................................................................ 3 clearances ................................................................................... 3 masonry or factory built fireplace ...........................................

  • Page 3

    6.5" 15" 10" 16" 3 spne 190913-24 safety read all instructions before installing and using this appliance. We strongly recommend that smoke detectors be installed. If smoke detectors have been previously installed, you may notice that they are operating more frequently. This may be due to curing of ...

  • Page 4

    4 spne 190913-24 maintenance checks check the following parts for damage such as cracks, excessive corrosion, burned out sections and excessive warping: (see website for descriptions and more detail) weekly: - firebrick - visual, for cracking. - door gasket - sagging, placement, damage. Monthly - br...

  • Page 5

    5 spne 190913-24 16” 24” 21” 18” 8” 8” fireplace hearth requirements: (measured without the insert) the non-combustible fi replace hearth must extend 16” in front and 8” beyond each side of the existing fi replace opening. Ember protection: combustible fl oor in front of the fi replace insert must b...

  • Page 6

    6 spne 190913-24 43 3/8” 6 1/2” 29 3/16” 23 3/4” 21 1/2” 21 1/8” 36” 8 3/4” 20 3/4” 18” 28 1/8” 9 1/2” 10” 21” dimensions.

  • Page 7

    7 spne 190913-24 installation your insert is designed to be installed into a masonry or factory-built, zero-clearance fi replace. The masonry fi replace must be built according to the requirements of the standard of chimneys, fireplaces, vents and solid fuel burning ap- pliances, n.F.P.A. 211 (lates...

  • Page 8

    Screws 8 spne 190913-24 full flue liner (required in canada) fig #2 this fi replace insert must be installed with a continuous liner of 6” diameter extending from the fi replace insert to the top of the chimney. The chimney liner must conform to the class 3 requirements of can/ulc-s635, standard for...

  • Page 9

    9 spne 190913-24 fan speed controller relocation the fan speed controller is factory installed under the ash lip on the right hand side. If required, it can be relocated to the left side by following the instructions below. To make this as easy as possible, it is suggested that this be done prior to...

  • Page 10

    10 spne 190913-24 7) remove thermal switch from right hand fan mounting bracket and relocate to left hand fan mounting bracket. Fig #13&14 8) reconnect the wires to the fans (fig.15) and thermal snap switch (fig.16), refi t ash lip, sides and top. Ensure that the power cable is correctly routed thro...

  • Page 11

    11 spne 190913-24 surround assembly and installation 1) lay part a, b and c face down on a fl at, non-marring surface. Fasten together with 1/4" x 1/2" bolts and nuts provided through holes at points “d” (fig. #17). 2) lift the surround assembly to the upright position and make sure the front face i...

  • Page 12

    12 spne 190913-24 combustion air consult local building codes regarding combustion air supply. Intake or combustion air can be supplied to the insert in one of two ways: 1) outside air (o/a) supply: remove cover from ash clean out in existing fi replace. Place a rodent screen in place of the cover. ...

  • Page 13

    13 spne 190913-24 operation wood selection this heater is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efficiency and lower emissions generally result when burning air-dried seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or too green or freshly cut hardwoods. Wood should be properly air dried (seasoned)...

  • Page 14

    14 spne 190913-24 blower the super insert comes equipped with twin variable speed circulating air blowers. The blower system is thermostatically controlled for automatic operation, as as well manually with a convenient bypass switch. Blower operation automatic: to operate the blowers automatically, ...

  • Page 15

    15 spne 190913-24 3. Call local fi re department. Have a fi re extinguisher handy. Contact your local fi re authority for further information on how to handle a chimney fi re. It is most important that you have a clearly understood plan on how to handle a chimney fi re. 4. After the chimney fi re is...

  • Page 16

    16 spne 190913-24 maintenance 1. Burn wood only, dry and well seasoned. The denser or heavier the wood when dry, the greater its heat value. This is why hardwoods are generally preferred. Green or wet wood will cause a rapid buildup of creosote. If you feel it is necessary to burn wet or unseasoned ...

  • Page 17

    17 spne 190913-24 2............ Front panel, left .................................. Spne.4599 3............ Bay top ........................................Spnd.50374522 4............ Casing top .......................................... Spnd.4545 5............ Front panel, right .....................

  • Page 18

    18 spne 190913-24 understanding & operating your pacifi c energy stove the pacifi c energy line of woodstoves is a culmination of years of research and development. Designed to be efficient, clean-burning and user-friendly, this heater will give you years of warm service. However, a knowledgeable op...

  • Page 19

    19 spne 190913-24 19 troubleshooting problem cause cure excessive creosote 1) wood is too wet - use dry wood buildup 2) turning down air control - do not turn down until: too soon a) there is a good bed of coals b) the wood is charred 3) draft too low - improper chimney height and/or diameter - chim...

  • Page 20: Super Insert

    20 spne 190913-24 item size part number n. America a 9” x 4 1/2” x 1 1/4” (230 mm x 115 mm x 32 mm) 5096.99 b 7 1/4” x 4 1/2” x 1 1/4” (184 mm x 115 mm x 32 mm) 245.0 super insert firebrick installation this package contains 18 full-size fi rebricks, as well as 1 cut-size brick. With the heater in t...

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    21 spne 190913-24 notes:.

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    22 spne 190913-24 notes:.

  • Page 23: Caution

    23 spne 190913-24 label date of manufacture installez et utilisez selon les intructions d’installation et d’opÉration du pacific energy. Btiment ou pompiers locaux de contact au sujet des codes, restrictions et d’inspection d’installation dans votre secteur. Installez et employez seulement en maÇonn...

  • Page 24

    Pacific energy fireplace products ltd. Www.Pacifi cenergy.Net phone: 1-250-748-1184 2975 allenby rd., duncan, b.C. V9l 6v8 printed in canada.