Avalon 745 Manuals

Pendleton (745/790) Owner's Manual • Freestanding Stove • Mobile-Home Approved • Alcove Approved • Hearth-Stove Approved • Masonry Fireplace Insert • Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Insert SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.  Copyright 2007, T.I. $10.00 93508133 4050124 Listed Tested to: U.L. 1482 2 Introduction Travis Industries 93508133 4050124 Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Avalon Pendleton wood-burning stove. In an Avalon Pendleton you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Avalon Pendleton is one of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this appliance. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operating your appliance and save the manual for future reference. Included are helpful hints and suggestions which will make the installation and operation of your new appliance an easier and more enjoyable experience. We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your appliance. Important Information No other Avalon Pendleton appliance has the same serial number as yours. The serial number is stamped onto the label on the back of the appliance. This serial number will be needed in case you require service of any type. Model: Avalon Pendleton Serial Number: Purchase Date: Purchased From: Mail your Warranty Card Today, and Save Your Bill of Sale. To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you purchased your appliance. Do not mail your Bill of Sale to us. We suggest 1/24/05that you attach your Bill of Sale to this page so that you will have all the information you need in one place should the need for service or information occur. Table of Contents 3 Travis Industries 93508133 4020509 General Information Introduction & Important Information ......................2 Safety Precautions .............................................4 Features & Specifications ....................................6 Stove Installation Planning The Installation .....................................7 Floor Protection Requirements..............................8 Stove Placement Requirements ............................9 Clearances .......................................................9 Chimney Requirements.......................................10 Chimney Termination Requirements ......................11 Outside Air Requirements....................................11 Alcove Installation Requirements...........................12 Mobile Home Requirements .................................13 INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney.....14 Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney....14 Exterior Factory Built Chimney .........................15 Hearth Stove Positive Connection.....................15 Hearth Stove Direct Connection .......................16 Interior Masonry Chimney ...............................16 Insert Installation Planning The Installation .....................................17 Insert Size Requirements.....................................18 Insert Placement Requirements ............................18 Hearth Requirements..........................................18 Masonry Fireplace Requirements ..........................19 Zero Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Requirements.......19 Drafting Performance..........................................19 Leveling Bolt Installation......................................19 Block-Off Plate Installation ...................................20 INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS Insert with Positive Connection.........................21 Insert with Direct Connection (Masonry Fireplace)21 Insert with Direct Connection (ZC Fireplace) .......22 Insert with Face Seal Connection......................22 Operating Your Appliance Safety Notice ....................................................23 Before Your First Fire..........................................23 Opening the Door...............................................23 Starting a Fire ...................................................24 Adjusting the Burn Rate.......................................25 Ash Removal ....................................................25 Optional Blower Operation ...................................26 Re-Loading the Stove .........................................26 Overnight Burn ..................................................26 Normal Operating Sounds....................................26 Hints for Burning................................................27 Selecting Wood .................................................27 Dry Wood is Key ...........................................27 Testing Wood Moisture...................................27 Why Dry Wood is Key.....................................27 Wood Cutting and Storage ..............................27 Troubleshooting.................................................28 Maintaining Your Appliance Daily Maintenance..............................................29 Remove Ash ................................................29 Clean The Glass ...........................................29 Monthly Maintenance..........................................30 Door and Glass Inspection ..............................30 Check For Creosote Buildup............................30 Yearly Maintenance............................................31 Touch Up Paint.............................................31 Blower Cleaning............................................31 Firebrick and Baffle Inspection .........................31 Door Parts........................................................32 Replacing the Glass.......................................32 Replacing the Door Gasket..............................32 Replacing the Door Handle..............................32 Firebox Parts ....................................................33 Floor & Side Firebrick Removal & Replacement...33 Baffle Removal and Replacement.....................34 Air Tube Removal and Replacement .................34 Warranty Warranty ..........................................................35 Listing Information Listing Information..............................................36 Optional Equipment Stove Legs .......................................................37 Pedestal...........................................................37 Rear Blower Installation.......................................39 Outside Air Boot Installation .................................40 Surround Panels................................................41 Front Blower .....................................................43 Index Index...............................................................44