Vermont Casting 2160 manual Care of the Catalytic Combustor, When to Suspect a Combustor Problem

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9.Test the damper mechanism. If further adjustment is necessary, continue to tighten the adjusting bolt until the damper closes snugly.

10.When final adjustment has been made, tighten the adjusting bolt lock nut.

11.Tighten the anchor bolt. Tighten the anchor bolt lock nut.

12.Replace the top.

Care of the Catalytic Combustor

This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor, which needs regular inspection and periodic replacement for proper operation. Reminder: It is against the law in the United States to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual, or if the catalytic element is deactivated or removed.

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic com- bustor should remain active for two to six years (de- pending on the amount of wood burned). However, it is important to monitor the combustor periodically to ensure that it is functioning properly, as well as to determine when it needs to be replaced. A non-func- tioning combustor will result in a loss of heating effi- ciency, and an increase in creosote and emissions.

The combustor should be visually inspected “in place” for fly ash accumulation and physical damage three times per year. Actual removal of the combustor is not recommended unless a more detailed inspection is warranted because of diminished performance as outlined below.

The refractory package that housed the catalytic combustor should be inspected annually for a buildup of fly ash and cleaned if necessary. This may be done during examination of the catalytic combustor.

When to Suspect a Combustor Problem

There are two ways to evaluate the performance of your stove’s combustor. The first is to monitor the temperatures recorded on the probe thermometer. A

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Significantly more smoke should be observed after the second step when the stove damper is open and exhaust is not routed through the combustor. Be careful not to confuse smoke with steam from wet wood, however!

If either of these tests indicates a problem, consider other possible factors as well.

Assess your present operating conditions. In spring or fall, draft is weaker than it is in colder winter weather, and a related change in stove performance may result. Small hot fires are a good solution to sluggish perfor- mance under these conditions.

Burning “green” (insufficiently seasoned) wood will result in poorer performance than when burning prop- erly seasoned fuel. You may have to run your stove hotter (more air) to achieve good performance if you are burning green or wet wood. Also, any changes in operating routine should be considered at this time as a possible reason for changed performance.

Once you have ruled out any other possible causes for a decline in performance, you may proceed with an inspection of the catalyst.

Remove and Inspect the Combustor

Before you begin, observe the basic safety precautions for working with dusty materials: always wear safety glasses, a dust mask and gloves.

Remove the stove top plate. It is held in place by two bolts. One bolt is accessible when you open the front door and look upward toward the underside of the top plate. The other bolt is most easily reached through the side loading door. Remove the two bolts.

Lift the top plate off the stove. It is heavy, and you may choose to have a helper assist you.

The combustor is located beneath the removable refractory package, directly below the stove top near the center of the stove.

properly functioning combustor should operate regularly in the range of 800-1200°F (430-650°C). Combustor temperatures consistently less than 800°F (430°C) are a sign that examination of the combustor is advisable.

The second performance test is to observe the amount of smoke leaving the chimney - both when the combus- tor has achieved “light-off” and when it has not. Follow this simple two-step procedure:

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With a fire in the stove and damper closed to activate the combustor, go outside and observe the smoke leaving the chimney.

Then, open the stove damper and once again observe the smoke leaving the chimney.

Fig. 27 A cutaway view of the combustor and its refractory cover.

Carefully remove the refractory package. It is extremely delicate and should be handled as little as possible.

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Contents Sequoia Accessories Table of ContentsWelcome Sequoia, Model SpecificationsChimney Types InstallationMasonry Chimneys Prefabricated Chimneys Chimney Connector GuidelinesChimney Size Chimney HeightSecuring the Connector To a Prefabricated Chimney Assembling the Chimney ConnectorSecuring the Connector to a Masonry Chimney Freestanding InstallationsFireplace Installations Through the Fireplace Fireplace Installations Above the FireplaceFloor Protection Wall Pass-ThroughsFloor Protection for Fireplace Keep the Stove a Safe Distance from Surrounding Materials Fireplace InstallationsSafe Ways to Reduce Clearances Wall ShieldsFireplace and Mantel Trim Clearances Sequoia Clearance Chart Sequoia Clearance Diagrams Wall Shield Requirements for Common Sequoia Installations Sequoia with Stove and Chimney Connector Heat Shields Install the Fittings AssemblyUnpack the Parts Attach the Legs and Heat ShieldInstall Air Duct for Outside Air Sequoia Controls Air Controls OperationLoad Doors Damper FunctionSuccessful Wood Burning Use the Air Control Settings That Work Best for YouBurn Only High-Quality Fuel High-Efficiency Wood Burning With Catalytic Combustion How to Build a Wood Fire Keep it GoingStarting and Maintaining a Wood Fire Conditioning Your StoveRemove and Store Ash Safely Reloading and Reviving a Wood FireAlways Dispose of Ash in a Safe Manner Cleaning the Glass MaintenanceTest and Repair the Door Gaskets Repair Missing Cement in Seams Damper AdjustmentAvoid Damaging the Glass Replace Broken Glass ImmediatelyCare of the Catalytic Combustor When to Suspect a Combustor ProblemRemove and Inspect the Combustor Watch for Better Results Daily Maintenance ScheduleCatalytic Combustor Draft Management Single Venting Draft TestingFuel CreosoteSequoia Woodburning Stove Sequoia Woodburning Stove Model Warranty CFM Specialty Home Products

2160 specifications

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