Bixby Energy MaxFire User Manual

Installation, Operating and Maintenance
Instructions
MaxFire
TM
Multi-Fuel Room Heater
WARNING! Please read this entire manual before installation and use of the Bixby MaxFire
TM
Multi-Fuel
Room Heater. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
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installation inspection requirements in your area.
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Bixby Energy MaxFire Specifications

General

Brand	Bixby Energy
Model	MaxFire
Category	Stove
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials

Specifications

Fuel

Installation

Summarizes installation requirements and adherence to codes.

Electrical

Mobile Home Installation

Planning the Installation

Performing the Installation

Details the steps for physically moving and positioning the heater.

Optional Thermostat Operation

Thermostat Installation Instructions

Step-by-step guide for wiring and mounting a wall thermostat.

Leveling the Room Heater

Venting Installation and Instructions

Vent System Approvals

Lists approved vent pipe types and their certifications for use with the heater.

Venting Components

Vent Maintenance

Outlines procedures for cleaning and maintaining the vent system.

Vent Location

Location of Exhaust

General Vent Installation Instructions

Vertical Interior Installation

Horizontal Through-the-Wall Installation

Installation in a Cathedral Ceiling

Operating Instructions

Fuel

Detailed information on the types of fuel to use and precautions.

Start Up

Optional Thermostat Operation

Manual Igniting Information

Instructions for manually lighting the heater if automatic ignition fails.

Flashing Indicator Light System

Maintenance and Cleaning Procedures

Fire Pot/Burner

Instructions for cleaning the primary combustion area.

Ash Drawer

Heat Exchanger Tubes

How to clean heat exchanger tubes for optimal heat transfer.

Soot and Fly-Ash Formation and Need for Removal

Exhaust Fan

Cleaning the Exhaust Manifold

Fuel Hopper

Cleaning the Feeder Tube

Cleaning the Lower Paddle

Replacing the Room Heater Filter

Troubleshooting Procedures