Pacific Energy PACIFIC FP30 Installation and operating instructions manual - page 7
PACIFIC FP30 060514-28
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Baffle Removal
The baffle should only be removed when chimney is being
cleaned.
DO NOT OPERATE WITH BAFFLE ASSEMBLY OR
INSULATION REMOVED.
Removal
Remove retaining pin at the rear inside top of the fi rebox, just
under the baffle. Lift baffle up and pull forward to disconnect
from the supply tube. Tilt baffle sideways to drop down and
remove from fi rebox. Inspect gasket between baffle and sup-
ply tube. If necessary, replace with gasket #SUMB.31396
available from your Pacifi c Energy dealer. Re-install baffle
assembly in reverse order. Ensure that the two side pieces
of insulation are set inside the side rails and tight against the
baffle. If the insulation is damaged during removal, it should
be replaced.
NOTE: AFTER YOU REMOVE THE BAFFLE, ALWAYS
COVER THE BAFFLE AIR TUBE THAT PROVIDES AIR
TO THE BAFFLE. THIS PREVENTS DEBRIS FALLING
DOWN THE TUBE.
Secondary Air Box Cleaning
1. The secondary air box is located on the bottom rear of
the woodstove and can be accessed by removing the
access panel on the bottom of the fi rebox. Remove the
bricks to expose the access panel, then remove the 8
screws holding the access panel.
2. Remove the two screws securing the cover plate on the
side face of the secondary air box and using a vacuum,
suck out any debris.
3. Replace the cover plate.
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MAKE SURE THE GASKET IS IN GOOD SHAPE AND
POSITIONED CORRECTLY. IF IT IS DAMAGED THEN
IT MUST BE REPLACED.
Glass Cleaning
If glass becomes darkened through slow burning or poor wood,
it can readily be cleaned with fi replace glass cleaner when the
stove is cold. Never scrape with an object that might scratch
the glass. The type and amount of deposit on the glass is a
good indication of the fl ue pipe and chimney buildup. A light
brown dusty deposit that is easily wiped off usually indicates
good combustion and dry, well-seasoned wood and therefore
relatively clean pipes and chimney. On the other hand, a black
greasy deposit that is difficult to remove is a result of wet and
green wood and too slow a burning rate. This heavy deposit
is building up as quickly in the chimney.
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 stove
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.
Ash Removal
Caution: Ashes are to be removed only when the heater is
cold. Whenever ashes get 3(76mm) to 4(102mm) inches deep
in your fi rebox, and when fi re has burned down and cooled,
remove excess ashes. Leave an ash bed approximately 1"
(25 mm) deep on the fi rebox bottom to help maintain a hot
charcoal bed.
Disposal of Ashes
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fi tting
lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed outside
on a non-combustible fl oor or on the ground, well away from
all combustible materials, pending fi nal disposal. If the ashes
are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed,
they should be retained in closed container until all cinders
have thoroughly cooled. Other waste should not be placed
in this container.
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 dimmer switch for manual control. If the blower
should ever need to be replaced, power to the blower can
be shut off at the switch during replacement.
Amount of wood in lbs. X 7500BTU’s
Burn rate in Hrs.
X .8(80% Avg. Efficiency)