R www.Quadrafire.Com 7036-135e september 1, 2008 mt vernon pellet insert advanced energy (ae) o-t l tested and listed by portland oregon usa omni-test laboratories, inc. C us owner’s manual installation and operation models: tested and approved for wood pellets, shelled field corn, wheat and black oil...
Page 2 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) hearth & home technologies welcomes you to our tradi- tion of excellence! In choosing a quadra-fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durabil- ity, and performance. This commitment begins with our research o...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 3 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) section 1: listing and code approvals a. Appliance certifications ......................4 b. Mobile home approved ......................4 c. Glass specifications ............................4 d. Electrical rating .........................
Page 4 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 1 listing and code approvals a. Appliance certification c. Glass specifications e. Btu & efficiency specifications this appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your deal...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 5 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 2 getting started a. Design, installation & location considerations warning! Risk of fire damaged parts could impair safe operation. Do not install damaged, incomplete or substitute components. 1. Appliance location notice: check bui...
Page 6 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) location of the appliance and chimney will affect performance. • install through the warm airspace enclosed by the building envelope. This helps to produce more draft, especially during lighting and die-down of the fire. • penetrate t...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 7 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) f. Fire safety to provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be given serious consideration: • install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your home. • locate smoke detector away from the heating appliance and close ...
Page 8 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 3 dimensions and clearances a. Appliance dimensions figure 8.3 - front view with basic surround panel set figure 8.1 - top view figure 8.2 - side view 26-1/4 in. (667mm) 13-1/8 in. (333mm) 15 in. (382mm) 23-7/8 in. (606mm) 32 in. (81...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 9 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) fire risk. Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. Warning failure to comply may cause house fire. Note: • illustrations reflect typical installations and are for design purposes only. • illustrations/diagrams a...
Page 10 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) e. Minimum opening for masonry and zero clearance fireplaces location inches millimeters a insert side to combustible side wall 6 152 b insert top to max. 2-1/4 inch face trim 0 0 c insert side to max. 2-1/4 inch face trim 0 0 locat...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 11 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) mark area of floor to cut starter hole use 2 x 4 from insert packaging to support insert keep sharp edge of metal floor away from power cord leveling leg g. Removing metal floor of factory-built firebox • the firebrick (refractory), ...
Page 12 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 4 vent information 4 vent information a. Venting termination minimum requirements notice: termination must exhaust above air inlet elevation. • it is recommended that at least 60 inches (1524mm) of vertical pipe be installed when ap...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 13 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) b. Chimney and exhaust connection 1. Chimney & connector: use 3 or 4 inch (76-102mm) diameter type "l" or "pl" venting system. It can be vented vertically or horizontally. 2. Mobile home: approved for all listed pellet vent. Use lis...
Page 14 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) d. Pipe selection chart fire risk. Do not pack insulation or other combustibles between firestops. • always maintain specified clearances around venting and firestop systems. • install firestops as specified. Failure to keep insulation o...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 15 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 5 venting systems figure 15.2 a. Direct connect without outside air b. Direct connect with outside air note: in canada, where passage through a wall or partition of combustible construction is desired, the installation shall conform...
Page 16 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) c. Full reline with outside air figure 16.1 outside air termination at himne top outside air through rear wall in mm min below in mm min above not se metal plate around exhaust vent pipe and seal all edges with non-flammable insulat...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 17 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 6 mobile home 1. An outside air inlet must be provided for the combustion air and must remain clear of leaves, debris, ice and/or snow. It must be unrestricted while the appliance is in use to prevent room air starvation which cause...
Page 18 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 7 appliance set-up a. Leveling system b. Outside air kit instructions included in kit: 2 wire ties, 1 collar assembly, 1 termination cap assembly, 1 trim ring, fasteners. Note: 3 inch aluminum flex pipe not included. 1. Measure dist...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 19 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) c. Hearth support included in kit: (1) bottom, (1) trim front, (2) trim sides, (2) trim extensions tools needed: phillips head screw driver, measuring tape, gloves figure 19.1 figure 19.4 - shown with cast panel set basic cast attac...
Page 20 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) e. Panel and trim set - cast figure 20.5 figure 20.1 figure 20.4 figure 20.2- completed view f. Panel & trim set, basic 1. Secure the top panel to the panel sides with the screws provided. Figure 20.3. 2. Assemble the trim with the ...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 21 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) g. Optional log set placement instructions caution logs are fragile. Use extreme care when handling or cleaning logs. Notice: due to the abrasive nature of a pellet appliance fire, the logs are not covered under warranty. Any placeme...
Page 22 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) figure 22.1 shock hazard. • do not remove grounding prong from plug. • plug directly into properly grounded 3 prong receptacle. • route cord away from appliance. • do not route cord under or in front of appliance. Caution 12 volt po...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 23 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 8 operating instructions 2. Other fuels this appliance has been tested and approved by hearth & home technologies for shelled field corn, wheat and black oil sunflower seeds. When purchasing corn or wheat to burn in your appliance, re...
Page 24 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) c. Before your first fire 1. First, make sure your appliance has been properly installed and that all safety requirements have been met. Pay particular attention to the fire protection, venting and wall control thermostat installatio...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 25 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) e. Fire characteristics and flame height adjustment a properly adjusted fire with the heat output on high has an active flame pattern that extends out of the firepot approxi- mately 8 inches (203mm). If the fire has tall flames with blac...
Page 26 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) warning fire risk do not operate appliance: • with appliance door open. • firepot floor open. Do not store fuel: • closer than required clearances to com- bustibles to appliance • within space required for loading or ash removal. Fir...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 27 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) h. Quick start guide r a et at: : m menu 1. At the starting screen, press “menu” button once or twice until “menu” screen appears. 2. Highlight “fuel type” using the “up/ down” buttons to the right side of the display. Press “select...
Page 28 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) r a et at: : m e u u menu old at: medium igh 1. At the starting screen, press “heat output”. 2. Use the “up” button to change “heat output level” to ”medium-high”. Setting heat output 1. Press and hold “up” or “down” but- ton to set...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 29 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) i. Frequently asked questions issues solutions 1. Metallic noise 1. Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to the sound pro- duced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not ...
Page 30 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 9 troubleshooting with proper installation, operation, and maintenance your appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualified service person in th...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 31 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 10 maintaining & servicing your appliance 10 shock and smoke hazard • proper shutdown procedure must be followed. • smoke spillage into room can occur if appliance is not cool before unplugging. • risk of shock if appliance not unpl...
Page 32 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 5. Disposal of ashes • frequency: as needed • by: homeowner ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away fr...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 33 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 6. Cleaning firepot with firepot clean-out tool • frequency: softwood pellets: weekly or every 5 bags hardwood pellets: weekly or every 3 bags alternate pellets: daily or every 1 bag • by: homeowner a. The appliance must be in compl...
Page 34 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) acuum out the exhaust area loosen all nuts but do not remove f. Removing the combustion (exhaust) blower 1. The combustion blower is mounted in the bottom right rear of the appliance. Figure 34.1. 2. Use an 11/32 nut driver to loose...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 35 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 10. Cleaning exhaust blower - requires no lubrication • frequency: yearly or as needed • by: qualified service technician • task: contact your local dealer. 11. Cleaning convection blower - requires no lubrication • frequency: yearly...
Page 36 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) ash build up in firebox pellets back up in feed tube firepot overfills figure 36.1 if the ash build-up exceeds the half way point in the firepot before it automatically cleans, then the firepot is not being cleaned often enough. Anoth...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 37 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) f. Glass replacement • glass is 5mm thick high temperature heat-re- sistant ceramic glass. • do not replace with any other material. • alternate material may shatter and cause injury warning figure 37.1 a. Swing open the face and re...
Page 38 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 11 reference materials 9. Firepot the firepot is made of high quality ductile iron. The floor of the firepot automatically opens for cleaning and is operated by the auto-clean firepot system. The floor needs to return to a completely clo...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 39 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 17. Power supply the power supply is located at the bottom left side of the appliance. It converts 120 volt ac current to 15 volt dc current to power the appliance. 18. Overheat sensor (snap disc) the overheat sensor is mounted on t...
Page 40 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) b. Component locations figure 40.1 - feed motor, vacuum switch, exhaust blower, overheat sensor figure 40.2 - power supply, control board, convec- tion blower figure 40.3 - heat exchanger, baffle, ash pan, firepot thermocouple & the...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 41 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) c. Exploded views figure 41.1 - door, glass & door latch assembly 32 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 auto-clean motor arm assembled glass size: 21 in. W x 14 in. H. Figure 41.2 - firepot, igniter & ...
Page 42 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) figure 42.1 # description # description # description 35 front, lower 49 detent pin 3/16 64 elbow catch 36 door, cast, right 50 blower, convection 65 clip, catch 37 front, upper 51 exhaust transition & flue collar 66 side, cast (lef...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 43 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) important: this is dated information. The most current information is located on the quadra-fire web site at www.Quadrafire.Com. When ordering, supply serial number and model to ensure correct service parts. D. Service parts and acc...
Page 44 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 42 bracket, latch assembly 7034-014 bracket, overheat sensor (snap disc) 7034-150 bracket, vacuum switch 7034-211 65 clip, catch 7036-146 18 clip, half, holds thermocouple in place in the firepot 7000-321 14 clip, hitch pin 3/32, fo...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 45 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) 37 front, upper, powder coat, willow 7036-105cwl 37 front,upper, porcelain, mahogany 7036-105pmh 40 gasket, (rope), ash door srv7034-178 69 gasket, (rope), door srv7034-177 24 gasket, auto-clean 7034-165 48 gasket, blower, convectio...
Page 46 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) item no. Appliance part no. Mt. Vernon insert, advanced energy (ae), matte black mtverninsae-mbk mt. Vernon insert, advanced energy (ae), powder coat, sienna bronze mtverninsae-csb mt. Vernon insert, advanced energy (ae), powder coa...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 47 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) date of service performed by description of service e. Service and maintenance log.
Page 48 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) date of service performed by description of service e. Service and maintenance log (cont’d).
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 49 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) f. Homeowner’s notes.
Page 50 7036-135e september 1, 2008 r mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) g. Warranty policy hearth & home technologies limited warranty hearth & home technologies (“hht”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for hht gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorize...
R september 1, 2008 7036-135e page 51 mt. Vernon pellet insert (ae) hht’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to damages resulting from: (1) installation, operation or main- tenance of the appliance not in accordance with the installation instructions; operating instructions and the listi...
R hearth & home technologies 1445 north highway colville, wa 99114 division of hni industries 7036-135e september 1, 2008 page 52 contact information: please contact your quadra-fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest quadra-fire dealer visit our web site at www.Qu...
