Operating instructions

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File: G:/pubdata/Manuals\english manuals\OM-KE/PE.pub OM KE/PE 1006 Version 1.10 Revised: December 2010
Definitions
ALCOVE
For the purposes of this manual, an alcove is defined as A recess or partly enclosed extension connected to, or forming part of, a
room. It may be on either an interior or exterior wall. The minimum Dimensions for an alcove in which this stove may be installed are
shown on page 22.
BUILDING CODES AND PERMITS
Most areas require a permit from the city or county Building inspector, or Fire Marshal. Check local building codes before beginning
installation. After the installation is completed, it should be checked by your local Fire Marshal or Building Inspector.
BYPASS
All catalytic wood burning stoves have a bypass device for allowing the smoke from the fire to temporarily bypass, or go around, the
catalyst. In Blaze King models, the bypass is located just behind the catalyst. The bypass is a heavy steel plate, hinged inside the
stove, and is controlled by the bypass handle on the right side of the stove. When the handle is rotated fully clockwise the bypass is
closed, to open the bypass rotate the handle to the counter clockwise stop (see illustrations on page 43) . The bypass handle is
shipped in a separate package in the firebox and must be attached to the stove, before using the stove.
Note: Your Blaze King features a locking bypass mechanism. By simply pressing down on the by pass handle, you should feel a slight
resistance and then a solid stop. By locking the by pass plate each time, you will create a positive seal against the gasket below the
by pass plate. This will keep heat loss to a minimum and extend your burn time.
CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR
This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor, which needs periodic inspection and replacement for proper operation. It is against
the law to operate, - this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual, or if the catalytic element is
deactivated or removed.
The combustor is a ceramic or stainless steel honeycomb on which is coated a catalyst. The catalyst may be a combination of one or
more precious metals, including following: platinum, palladium, rhodium and cerium. The catalyst chemically lowers the combustion
temperature of the smoke from a wood fire, thereby allowing more smoke to burn, and both increasing efficiency and lowering
emissions. The catalyst is generally operational while the stove thermometer registers in the "Active" zone. If the thermometer does
not stay in the Active zone, but falls into the "Inactive" zone for most, of the burn cycle, the thermostat could be set too low or the
catalyst may need cleaning or replacement. The catalyst is located in the top of the firebox, just inside the door. See CATALYTIC
COMBUSTOR, TESTING, page 36.
COAL
DO NOT BURN COAL IN THIS STOVE. Evidence of coal burning automatically voids all warranties.
CHIMNEY
One or more passageways, vertical or nearly so, for sending flue gases (smoke) to the outside atmosphere.
Stoves must be vented ONLY to the outside, never to other rooms or buildings.
Special methods are required when passing through a wall or ceiling. See chimney manufacturers instructions and local building
codes. Two types, of chimneys are acceptable for use with these stoves:
1. A listed factory built chimney suitable for use with solid fuels and conforming to, ULC629 in Canada or UL-103HT in the USA.
2. Masonry Chimney: A field-constructed, code-approved, chimney of solid masonry units, bricks, stones, listed masonry chimney
units or reinforced Portland cement concrete, with at least 5/8" fire clay lining joined with refractory cement or other listed lining
system suitable for use with wood stoves. Before connecting to an existing masonry chimney, have it inspected by a certified
chimney sweep.
NEVER VENT THE STOVE INTO A CLASS "B" GAS VENT CHIMNEY. NEVER USE A CHIMNEY CONNECTOR OR CHIMNEY
FLUE SMALLER THAN THE STOVE EXHAUST, UNLESS APPROVED BY YOUR LOCAL INSPECTOR.
Avoid a home fire. Maintain the designated clearance distance to combustibles. Insulation must not touch the chimney. There must be
the designated air space clearance around the chimney. This air space around a chimney is necessary to allow natural heat removal
from the area.Insulation in this space will cause a heat buildup which may ignite wood framing.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Generally, the taller the chimney, the more dependable the draft. The chimney should be kept warm to enhance the draft. This will
also protect against creosote accumulation caused by condensation of water vapor and smoke. A build-up of creosote can reduce the
draft and will become a potential fire hazard. See CREOSOTE, page 9.
A chimney should extend at least three feet above a flat roof, or at least two feet above any part of the roof within 10 feet.
Chimney tops should NEVER be near trees or other tall objects that might cause down-drafts.
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR
Also known as stovepipe. Connects a fuel-burning appliance to a chimney. A chimney connector shall not pass through an attic or roof
space, closet or similar concealed space, or a floor, ceiling, wall or partition of combustible construction. The chimney connector
should be 8” in diameter for KE1107 and 6” for PE1006, of not less than 24 gauge black/blue steel, and of either single or double wall
construction. The stove collar accepts only 8” pipe for KE1107 and 6” pipe for PE1006. The small end of the pipe fits into the collar to
enable any distillates which may form in the chimney to fall back into the stove, see page 17.
(Prefabricated chimney is not normally required as a chimney connector for residential installations).
A chimney connector can also be used horizontally as a connection between the stove and masonry chimneys or prefabricated
chimneys, provided that the horizontal length does not exceed three (3) feet AND THE PIPE SLOPES UPWARD TOWARD THE
CHIMNEY AT A RATE OF 1/4" PER FOOT. This slope in the horizontal connection is required to facilitate the drainage of creosote
deposits back into the stove. The chimney connector is to be attached to the smoke collar with two screws, and at least two screws
are required at each joint. Horizontal sections of chimney connector must be AT LEAST 18" from the ceiling.