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Lopi Yankee Bay Pellet Insert manual

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    • Masonry Fireplace • Factory Built (Metal) Fireplace • Mobile Home Approved Tested and Listed by Omni-Test Laboratories, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon Report # 028–S–51-2 ASTME-1509 1995, ULCC 1482 Yankee Bay Pellet Insert - - Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning room heater. Failure to follow t[...]

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    2 Introduction Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Yankee Bay pellet heater. In purchasing a Yankee Bay 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 Yankee Bay is one of the finest [...]

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    Table of Contents 3 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Introduction Introduction ......................................................2 Important Information .........................................2 Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ............................................4 Specifications Heating Specifications ..................[...]

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    4 Safety Precautions Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 • Do not operate the heater if you smell smoke coming from the heater. Turn the P OWER switch to "OFF", monitor your heater, and call your dealer. Ok • Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or inspection [...]

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    Safety Precautions 5 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 • The heater will not operate during a power outage. If a power outage does occur, check the heater for smoke spillage and open a window if any smoke spills into the room. • This heater must be connected to a standard 115 V., 60 Hz grounded electrical outlet. Do not use an adapter [...]

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    6 Specifications Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Heating Specifications: Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)* ........................................ 800 to 2,250 Burn Rate (Pounds per Hour)** ............................................................................ 1.7 to 5.5 Maximum Burn Time on Low Burn** .......[...]

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    Installation 7 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Before You Begin READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE THIS HEATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this pellet heater and notify your[...]

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    8 Installation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Hopper Extension Set-up This pellet heater has a variable-height hopper. This allows the hopper to be lowered for smaller fireplaces. Follow the instructions below to set the correct hopper extension position. • Determine the correct hopper extension position following the directions below[...]

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    Installation 9 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 • Remove the correct knock-outs in the hopper walls following the directions below. Use a center-punch (or other suitable tool) to remove the appropriate knock- outs in the hopper walls (punch the holes out from the inside). Make sure to support the hopper walls while removing the knock-ou[...]

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    10 Installation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Clearances • Insert must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36" of the front of the heater. • Insert must be placed a minimum 8-3/4" from a side wall (or combustible protruding more than 3/4"). Mantel Requirements • T[...]

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    Installation 11 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Venting the Pellet Stove • PELLET VENT MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 3" CLEARANCE TO ANY COMBUSTIBLE (INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT MANUFACTURER). • DO NOT CONNECT THE PELLET VENT TO A VENT SERVING ANY OTHER APPLIANCE OR STOVE. • DO NOT INSTALL A FLUE DAMPER IN THE E[...]

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    12 Installation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Mobile Home Requirements • Outside air is required (used for combustion) - see the directions below. WARNING: D O NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM. CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MANUFACTURED HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAINTAINED. Outside Air (used for combustion) ?[...]

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    Installation 13 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Baffle Installation Install the baffles included with the insert (see page 27 for details). Restrictor Adjustment The exhaust restrictor “ fine tunes ” your appliance, ensuring it pulls the correct amount of air through the firebox. Altitude, vent configuration, and other factors make r[...]

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    14 Installation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Surround Panel & Circuit Board Installation NOTE : Attach the vent prior to installing the surround panels (& circuit board). a Remove the circuit board from the rear hopper support. Disconnect the wiring harness from the circuit board (see step “ d ” below for a detailed view).[...]

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    Installation 15 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Installation into a Masonry Fireplace “ L ” Vent Flex Section Outside air may be drawn from the ash cleanout. “ L ” Vent Storm Collar Vertical Cap Cover Plate (non-combustible) Silicone Seal the cover plate with silicone. HINT: Paint the interior of the fireplace with latex paint to[...]

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    16 Installation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Installation into a Factory Built (Metal) Fireplace “L” Vent Flex Section HINT: Paint the interior of the fireplace with latex paint to prevent fireplace odors from entering the home. “L” Vent Storm Collar Vertical Cap Cover Plate (non-combustible) Silicone Seal the cover plate with[...]

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    Operation 17 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Safety Notice • Read this entire manual (especially the "Safety Precautions" on pages 4 and 5) before using this heater. Failure to follow the instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. • Do not unplug the heater to turn it off. This heater relies u[...]

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    18 Operation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Loading Pellets Lift the hopper lid to its vertical position. Pour pellets into the hopper until full. NOTE: The hopper holds approximately 48 to 88 pounds of pellets (depending upon hopper set-up). The front edge of the hopper lid becomes very hot, do not touch the area below the handle. Make[...]

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    Operation 19 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Manual Mode Manual mode requires the user to turn the heater on and off manually. To Start Press the "Manual Start" button. That's it. The stove automatically goes to a medium burn rate and high fan while the igniter starts the fire burning within 10 minutes. During this period [...]

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    20 Operation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Auto Mode Auto mode allows you to use a thermostat to control room temperature. The stove automatically turns on when the temperature drops below the thermostat setting. Once the stove reaches operating temperature, the stove then runs at the heat output setting selected. To Adjust Room Temper[...]

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    Operation 21 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Restrictor Adjustment The exhaust restrictor “ fine tunes ” your appliance, adjusting the amount of air flowing to the flame. NOTE : the optimal restrictor position will vary over time as soot builds up inside the exhaust system. Not Enough Air: If clinkers develop or the flame appears laz[...]

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    22 Operation Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Start-Up Sequence This stove utilizes a start-up sequence whenever the mode switch is changed or the heater is started when cold. This is to ensure proper operation through all possible settings and operational states (hot or cold, pellets burning or not burning, etc.). This sequence over-ride[...]

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    Maintenance 23 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Daily Maintenance (whenever using the heater) Inspect the Burn When burning on high, the flames should be bright orange with embers jumping from the firepot. NOTE : the optimal restrictor position will vary over time as soot builds up inside the exhaust system. See "Restrictor Adjustmen[...]

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    24 Maintenance Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Daily Maintenance (whenever using the heater) - Continued Check Firepot for Clinkers If the flames seem to be coming only from the sides, or are orange/black, turn the heater off and check for clinkers. The most likely causes are: • Restrictor needs adjustment (see “ Restrictor Adjustmen[...]

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    Maintenance 25 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) Clean the Heat Exchange Tubes With the door closed, insert the included tool into the hole on the heat exchanger cleaning rod. Move the heat exchange cleaner up and down several times. Keep the door closed so the flyash does not enter the r[...]

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    26 Maintenance Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Opening The Door Swing open this panel to access the door latch (use the tool if necessary). Phillips Screwdriver With the pawl free of the bracket, the door may be swung open. When securing the door, make sure the pawl fits ove[...]

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    Maintenance 27 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Check Baffles, Ashbox, Ashpan, Dispose Ash If Necessary Removing the Ashpan The ashpan slides out from under the firebox. NOTE : When replacing the ash pan make sure it is pushed all the way in. Ashpan WARNING: The front of the [...]

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    28 Maintenance Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Bi-Weekly Maintenance (or every 10 bags of pellets) - Continued Sweep Ash Into Ashpan HINT: The more often you clean out the flyash, the more efficient your heater will burn. NOTE: Remove the ashbox prior to conducting the service below. Swing the side ash trap door up. Lift it up and away f[...]

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    Maintenance 29 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) WARNING: Disconnect the power cord prior to conducting service. The following section details extensive maintenance procedures. We strongly suggest these items be carried out by a trained service technician, possibly by a service agreement set up with y[...]

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    30 Maintenance Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) - Continued Clean the Exhaust Blower (make sure the heater is cool and unplugged) a Remove the surround panels and access the left side of the heater. Remove the shroud covering the blower motor. Remove the six screws holding the exhaust blower motor in[...]

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    Maintenance 31 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Yearly Maintenance (or every two tons) - Continued Door Seal ! Air leaks into the firebox will decrease the stove's performance greatly, leading to excessive sooting, inefficient burning, and perhaps a malfunction. • The door gasket must contact the entire perimeter of the door and cr[...]

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    32 Maintenance Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Adjusting the Door Hinge and Latch • The door hinge and door latches may be adjusted to pull the door closer to the body. The illustration below details how to adjust these components. NOTE: Make sure to read the section "Door Alignment" on the previous page before adjusting the [...]

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    Maintenance 33 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Check for Air Leaks Around the Door, Glass, and Ashpan ! Air leaks into the firebox will decrease the stove's performance greatly, leading to excessive sooting, inefficient burning, and perhaps a malfunction. • Inspect the door gasket to make sure it is fully attached. Use stove gaske[...]

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    34 Normal Operating Sounds Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Auger Motor When feeding pellets, you may hear the intermittent buzz of this motor running. Convection Fan The modern high efficiency fan may produce a low hum, particularly on "HIGH". This sound will change as the FAN dial is turned. Heat Exchanger Tubes You may hear t[...]

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    Safety Label 35 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Minimum Clearance to Combustible Materials (Measured from insert top) Adjacent Sidewall A 8.75 in Mantel B 11.5 in T op Facing C 6.25 in Side Facing D 7 in W ARNING - DO NOT REMOVE OR COVER THIS LABEL Listed Pelletized Solid Fuel Burning Appliance For use in masonry or factory built (ZC) fi[...]

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    36 Limited 7 Year Warranty Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this gas a[...]

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    Optional Equipment 37 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Thermostat (Part # 99300650) ! Do not connect 120 VAC to the thermostat circuit of this heater (do not use a household thermostat used for a wall-board or other electical heater). 1 Attach the thermostat wire to the circuit board (see the illustration to the right). Route the wire thr[...]

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    38 Optional Equipment Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Remote Thermostat (Part # 99300653) • Follow the instructions included with the remote thermostat for installation and operation. Optional Log (Part # 98900126) ! Make sure the heater has fully cooled before installation. 1 Open the door (see the instructions included with the owner[...]

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    Optional Equipment 39 Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 ZC Kit (99200149) The optional zc kit allows this insert to be directly into the framing of a house or mobile home. See the kit for installation details. Floor Protection Wall Thimble (note 3” clearance between vent and combustibles) 12” Minimum Enclosure Height (measure from top [...]

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    40 Index Travis Industries 4 0 5 0 5 0 9 1 00-01145 Adjusting the Fan Speed ......................................2 1 Air Leaks ..........................................................3 1 Ashpan (Opening and Disposing Ashes) .................2 7 AUGER ON Light ................................................2 1 Auto Mode .........................[...]