American Energy Systems O2 Catalytic - Manual (Page 73)

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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
BLOWER DOES NOT WORK Thermal Snap Disk
Blower system cannot operate until snap disk
closes electrical circuit. Consult with
professional.
Wiring
Loose connection or damaged (pinched or cut)
wire. Carefully check wiring upon removal and
reinstallation. Consult with professional.
Electric Motor
Motor may be worn out or bearings froze up from
years of use. If oil is required, make sure it is
done annually. Consult with professional.
House Power Outlet
Consult with professional. DO NOT use
extension cord to operate stove. Ensure power
outlet has proper polarities for all prongs.
LARGE AMOUNTS OF CREOSOTE Poor Quality Fuel Unseasoned or poor quality wood fuel.
Combustion Air
Too little combustion air will choke fire and
cause poor burn. Hotter fires produce less
creosote.
Flue size
The larger the flue, the harder to heat, the cooler
it operates, creating more creosote.
Geography
Outside flues, north side of house, normal wind
currents cooling chimney thus poor draft. Design
and location of chimney is critical to operation.
Humidifier
Heavy moisture in combustion air will cool
exhaust gases and cause more creosote. If
humidifier is used, measure home humidity.
GOLD/NICKEL DOOR DAMAGE Cleaning
Plated doors should be cleaned BEFORE FIRST
FIRE to ensure no permanent damage occurs.
Abrasives
Do not use abrasives, chemicals, or unknown
compounds or plated doors. Permanent damage
will occur. Refer to cleaning instructions this
manual.
WALLS GETTING TOO HOT Clearances
Freestanding and insert stoves must maintain
minimum clearances. Consult with professional
but if walls get hot --- DO NOT BURN FIRE as
combustibles may self ignite into house fire.
Improper Installation
If proper clearances are maintained walls should
not get hot. If they are, assume improper
installation, leaky chimney, or some other
problem. Consult with professional.
Defective Stove
If stove firebox does not remain sealed, hot gases
can escape and overheat surrounding area. Inspect
monthly during heavy use and annually by
professional.
CREOSOTE/FIRE ODOR Creosote
Firebox is dirty. Creosote will give off odor.
Make sure firebox stays clean through “hot safe
fire.”
Chimney
If stove is not operating, chimney may be prone
to downdraft bringing in odor. Close all air
controls to minimize downdraft.
Catalytic Combustor
Wore out or nearing end of life causing stove to
burn dirty. Consider new catalyst.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Inspection
Have Country Flame local dealer or certified
chimney sweeps annually inspect and approve
stove system. If there are warranty issues, contact
Country Flame with Model & Serial Number.