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Quadra-Fire Mt. Vernon Series User Manual

Quadra-Fire Mt. Vernon Series
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www.quadrafire.com
7005-151D
December 22, 2006
MT. VERNON PELLET STOVE
O-T L
Tested and
Listed by
Beaverton
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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Owners Manual
Installation and Operation
MTVERNON-MBK
MTVERNON-CCR
MTVERNON-CLG
MTVERNON-PMH
MTVERNON-PMB
Models:
HOT! DO NOT TOUCH.
SEVERE BURNS MAY RESULT.
CLOTHING IGNITION MAY RESULT.
WARNING
Keep children away.
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
Do NOT operate with protective barriers open or
removed.
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
combustibles away.
Glass and other surfaces are hot
during operation and cool down.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
CAUTION
Important operating and
maintenance instruc-
tions included.
Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
Read, understand and
follow these instruc-
tions for safe installa-
tion and operation.
DO NOT
DISCARD
WARNING
Please read this entire manual
before installation and use of this
pellet fuel-burning room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in property damage,
bodily injury or even death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
Do not overfire - If any external part starts
to glow, you are overfiring. Reduce feed rate.
Overfiring will void your warranty.
Comply with all minimum clearances to com
-
bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may
cause house fire.
Check building codes prior to installation.
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state
and national codes and regulations.
Consult local building, fire officials or authorities
having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation
inspection, and permits.
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled
field corn fuel only. Burning of any other type of fuel
voids your warranty.
CAUTION
f i r e - p a r t s . c o m

Table of Contents

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Quadra-Fire Mt. Vernon Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandQuadra-Fire
ModelMt. Vernon Series
CategoryStove
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Manual Handling and Safety

Hot Surface Warnings

Alerts users to severe burn risks from hot surfaces and potential clothing ignition.

Building Code Compliance

Advises checking and complying with local, regional, state, and national building codes for installation.

Installation Clearances

Minimum Clearances to Combustibles

Provides minimum clearance requirements to combustible materials for safe installation.

Listing and Code Approvals

Getting Started

Design, Installation & Location Considerations

Guides on planning the installation, safety, traffic flow, and location for the appliance.

Fire Safety

Offers recommendations for fire safety, including smoke detectors, extinguishers, and evacuation plans.

Appliance Inspection and Pre-Use Checklist

Pre-Use Checklist Items

Details essential checks before first use, including manual review, clearances, labels, and power availability.

Dimensions and Clearances

Clearances to Combustibles (UL and ULC)

Provides specific clearance requirements to combustible materials for different installation types.

Hearth Pad Requirements (UL and ULC)

Details requirements for non-combustible floor protectors, including dimensions and exceptions.

Vent Information

Chimney and Exhaust Connection

Covers chimney and connector types, mobile home requirements, and installation clearances.

Venting Termination Requirements

Specifies rules for vent termination location, clearances to openings, and combustible materials.

Venting Systems

Mobile Home Installation

Mobile Home Installation Requirements

Outlines specific requirements for installing the appliance in a mobile home, including air kits and structural integrity.

Operating Instructions

Starting Your First Fire

Step-by-step guide for starting the appliance for the first time, including thermostat and output knob settings.

Troubleshooting Guide

Appliance No Response or No Fire

Addresses issues like no power, no fuel, or control box defects causing the appliance to not start.

Call Light On, No Fire

Troubleshoots scenarios where the call light is on but there is no fire due to fuel issues, dirty firepot, or igniter problems.

Slow or Smoky Start-up

Covers causes and solutions for slow or smoky start-up, including venting, firepot condition, and fuel amount.

Slow or Smoky Start-up (Cont'd)

Continues troubleshooting for smoky start-up, feed system issues, and lack of call light.

Feed System Fails to Start

Addresses problems with the feed system not starting due to fuel, snap discs, vacuum switches, or jams.

No Call Light / Unit Does Not Start

Troubleshoots issues where the unit fails to initiate the start sequence due to thermostat, power, or wiring problems.

Unit Fails to Shut Off

Diagnoses why the unit may not shut off when it should, focusing on control box or thermostat issues.

Convection Blower Fails to Start

Solutions for the convection blower not starting, including snap disc, wiring, and blower defects.

Exhaust Blower Fails to Start or Shut Off

Addresses issues with the exhaust blower not starting or not shutting off correctly.

Large, Lazy Flame, Orange Color

Troubleshooting for poor flame quality, black ash, and potential causes like dirty appliances or fuel issues.

Nuisance Shutdowns

Explains causes for unexpected shutdowns, such as excessive fuel, low flame, or feed motor issues.

Appliance Calls for Heat, No Feed or Igniter

Diagnoses why the appliance calls for heat but the feed system and igniter do not activate.

Maintenance and Servicing

Cleaning Firepot

Provides instructions for daily or as-needed cleaning of the firepot using the cleaning rod and scraper.

Ash Removal from Firebox

Instructions for weekly or as-needed removal of ash from the firebox using cleaning slide plates.

Cleaning Heat Exchanger Chambers

Instructions for cleaning heat exchanger tubes using cleaning rods, recommended weekly or as needed.

Cleaning Beneath Heat Exchanger

Describes a more thorough cleaning required beneath the heat exchanger, involving baffle removal.

Cleaning the Exhaust Path

Steps for cleaning the exhaust path in the firebox, including removing a side panel and cover.

Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal

Explains the formation of fly ash and soot in the venting system and the need for regular cleaning.

High Ash Fuel Content Maintenance

Addresses maintenance needed for high ash fuel, including firepot cleaning and proper fuel selection.

Service Parts and Accessories

Warranty Policy

Limited Lifetime Warranty Details

Outlines the limited lifetime, three-year, and two-year warranties for components, finishes, and electrical parts.

Warranty Conditions and Exclusions

Specifies conditions for warranty validity, labor coverage, and exclusions like misuse or environmental damage.

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