DENSITY: Pellet density (measured in pounds per square foot) determines the maximum amount of energy that can be delivered to the combustion chamber. Low density fuels may cause the fire to go out on low heat settings without proper adjustments to the air-to-fuel ratio.

SALT: Salt in pellets can cause stove deterioration (rust). The Pellet Fuels Institute is participating in tests to determine the effects of salt and the most accurate methods of measurement. The APFI will publish standards that will result in recommended standards for sodium in pellets.

CLINKERS: Clinkers are the result of impurities in pellets or corn. Clinkers may also occur due to ash fusion (ash melted together in the burn pot), and can be minimized by properly adjusting the air-to-fuel ratio. DIRTY GLASS: Glass becomes dirty during normal or faulty combustion. Some fuels produce a film on the glass to which ash adheres, making a clean glass more difficult.

Pellet fuel manufacturers should be able to show test results for BTU's, ash content, and the amount of fines in their product. Do not hesitate to contact the pellet manufacturer if you have questions or concerns. If questions remain about the Crossfire, please contact a local authorized Country Flame Dealer for assistance.

CROSSFIRE STARTUP

The first step in preparing the Crossfire for use is to remove it from its shipping crate. Ensure that all materials packed in the burn chamber have been removed. Ensure proper cleaning of the Gold (optional plated l) door/trim and clean all glass per instructions included in this manual.

NOTE:

(1)Failure to properly pre-clean the Gold (or any plated) door or trim and the glass before lighting the first fire could permanently damage these items.

(2)DO NOT burn seed corn as it is dangerous and voids the Country Flame warranty.

PRIMING

Loading fuel in the Crossfire for the first time is simplified by the Prime Mode. The prime mode is entered by holding the ‘on/off button’ for a minimum of 15 seconds. The fault code display will show a “P” indicating the prime mode has been entered. During prime mode, the auger motor runs continuously until the ‘on/off’ button is again pressed or until timeout occurs (approximately 20 minutes.) Once fuel starts dropping onto the burn pot, the operator should hold the on/off button until the Crossfire is turned off. The Crossfire prime mode can be used to fill the auger system any time the hopper as been depleted of fuel.

FIRST FIRE

Country Flame recommends using wood pellets to start the Crossfire. Wood pellets should be added into the burn pot before startup procedures are begun. Pellet fuel will assist the ignition process of corn. The Crossfire is equipped with an electronic igniter. This igniter is controlled by a separate on/off switch located above the Intelli-Choice control board. FIGURE 3 demonstrates a block diagram of the Crossfire control system. The igniter should easily ignite wood pellets within 20 minutes or less. If corn is being used as the primary fuel, it is important that the firepot have a hot pellet fire burning before feeding corn into the burn pot. A hot pellet fire is required due to the higher combustion temperatures required in order to ignite and burn corn fuel.

Wood pellets should be added into the burn pot until they reach the bottom of the stir rod arm inside the burn pot. Once the wood pellets have been added, the igniter switch should be turned on. Then immediately turn on the Intelli-Choiceon/off switch. The Intelli-Choicepower light will turn from red to green and the igniter light will blink slowly. Monitor the wood pellet fire until a good blaze has been established. Once a good pellet fire has been established, press the Intelli-Choiceon/off switch until the igniter red light blinks rapidly. Release the on/off switch and if the Crossfire has reached proper startup temperature, the control board will turn the heat setting on to #3 and automatically begin feeding corn.

The stir rod will be controlled by the Intelli-Choice control board. This stir rod assists in mixing fuel with air in the burn pot. The stirring action improves the mixing of oxygen and fuel and accelerates the

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