American Energy Systems Crossfire Flex - Manual (Page 27)

INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Country Flame strongly recommends the Crossfire be installed by a certified professional. Improper
installation will create long-term operational and maintenance problems that will plague the homeowner
until corrected. The first step is to ensure all necessary parts are available to complete a proper
installation. Country Flame recommends a homeowner purchase the Crossfire from an authorized
dealer who both knows and supports Country Flame product. If purchased from Country Flame, a
Crossfire shroud will need to be ordered based on the size of the fireplace opening and the trim package
desired. A flue system can be ordered from Country Flame or bought from many different “big box”
store outlets. Follow this manuals requirement in purchasing flue pipe and the flue pipe manufacturer’s
instructions and conform to all local codes. The following checklist is provided to assist in ensuring a
home is prepared for installation:
a) Country Flame Crossfire Flex stove.
b) Country Flame or custom shroud to frame Crossfire stove around hearth.
c) Flue pipe per site and local code requirements.
d) Code approved power outlet @ 120 Volt, 15 amperes (dedicated circuit recommended).
e) No extension cords between stove and electrical outlet.
f) Clean and dry certified CORN fuel.
The Crossfire should be installed into a masonry fireplace or zero clearance fireplace on a level or
slightly sloping floor angle as measured from the front to the rear of the hearth opening. If the Crossfire
is sloped forward to ANY degree, bridging of CORN fuel may occur inside the hopper. Bridging will
starve the fire and cause a flame out due to lack of fuel. Ensure the fireplace hearth is flat or sloping to
the rear of the firebox.
If an exhaust flue system is run over ten feet, Country Flame requires its pellet stove products to be
connected to a four-inch versus a three-inch flue pipe to vent the stove. The Crossfire is designed for a
4 inch stainless steel flue pipe to be connected to the 4” exhaust manifold on the back of the unit going
vertically up from the appliance and will line the existing chimney. Insulating the flue liner is strongly
recommended by Country Flame. Should a 3 inch stainless steel flue lined is to be used in a Crossfire
installation; a 4 inch to 3 inch adapter will be required. Terminate the flue at the top of the chimney
with a weather plate, proper termination cap, and support the flue liner weight. Once proper electrical
power is connected to the Crossfire and an appropriate shroud is used to finish out the installation, the
Crossfire install is complete.
STOVE CLEARANCES
The Crossfire minimum clearances must be maintained during installation. Failure to maintain proper
clearances can create a hazardous environment that will lead to a house fire or endanger the occupants.
A stove that is installed correctly and maintained properly will minimize operating costs. Country
Flame recommends the use of a Hearth Industry Professional that is certified to install pellet-burning
products. Check with the local dealer or contact Country Flame if there is any question about the
installation, the installer, or the product being installed. Maintain the minimum clearances to
combustibles shown in TABLE 3. Follow all chimney manufacturers’ installation instructions when
installing a chimney system. Inevitably there will be differences between the chimney manufacturer
and Country Flame’s stove clearances. Always utilize the largest clearance listed. Contact Country
Flame or one of its local authorized dealers to resolve any questions. The Crossfire was designed for
installation into an approved masonry or zero clearance fireplaces, the use of single or double-wall flue
pipe will not affect the clearance distance from the unit to any combustible materials.
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