Pacific Energy FP30AR Installation And Operating Instructions Manual - page 8
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PACIFIC FP30 261114-28
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Amount of wood in lbs. X 7500BTU’s
Burn rate in Hrs.
X .8(80% Avg. Efficiency)
Over Firing
Over fi ring can be caused by operating the unit with the door
open, damage to door gaskets allowing excess air to enter
the fi rebox, the use of kiln dried lumber, mill ends or paper
waste and prolonged or continual use on a high burn setting.
Heat Output Calculation
Seasoned wood has approximately 7500 BTU's per pound.
The calculation is as follows:
Experience will give you the right settings for proper com-
bustion and efficient burning. Remember the correct air inlet
setting is affected by variables such as type of wood, outside
temperature, chimney size and weather conditions. With
practice, you will become profi cient in operating your heater
and will obtain the performance for which it was designed.
Proper Draft
1. Draft is the force which moves air from the appliance up
through the chimney. The amount of draft in your chimney
depends on the length of the chimney, local geography,
nearby obstructions and other factors.
2. Too much draft may cause excessive temperatures in
the appliance. An uncontrollable burn or a glowing red
fi replace part or chimney indicates excessive draft.
3. Inadequate draft may cause back puffing into the room
and plugging of the chimney. Smoke leaking into the room
through appliance and chimney connector joints indicates
inadequate draft.
Blower Operation
The blower is wired with a thermo switch that will turn on
the blower automatically once the fi replace has reached an
appropriate operating temperature.
It is also recommended that the blower be wired to a wall switch
or 3amp approved Fan Speed Controller for manual control.