combustion process. As heat settings are changed on the Intelli-Choicecontrol board, the stir rod speed will automatically be adjusted to more closely match the feed rates of the different heat settings.
The stir rod assists in minimizing “clinker” build-up in the burn pot. If the proper air-fuel mixture is set by the homeowner, the Crossfire will generate a very fine ash rather than clinkers. In addition, the stir rod ensures that the fuel and flame are constantly agitated within the burn pot to enhance the combustion process. The Crossfire burn pot has been designed to ensure maximum efficiency of burn while minimizing the amount of ash being produced at the same time minimizing the clinkers that might choke out a fire. Testing by Country Flame has shown that the Crossfire can be continuously operated for several days without requiring cleaning. It should be recognized by the homeowner that environmental variables as well as the type of fuel being burnt can have dramatic effect on the amount of ash or clinkers formed during the burn cycle. Burn pot cleaning will depend upon the quality, quantity, and moisture content of the fuel. Ash removal will be required from time to time depending on the amount of usage and the heat output required. The Crossfire stove should be shut down and cooled before cleaning or removing any ash from the firebox.
ASH REMOVALThe Crossfire stove has a deep ash container built into the firebox. There is no removable ash pan located within the Crossfire. This means the operator must allow the ash to properly cool and then vacuum the ash from the stove with an industry approved ash vacuum. Once the ash has been removed from the firebox, it should be stored or disposed of in proper containers. Failure to properly handle ash, even when the ash is believed to be completely cool, can lead to a fire.
Always remove ashes after they have been allowed to cool properly. Hot ash is dangerous to both surrounding areas and occupants and can cause fires or severe burns. Wait until the fire has been out for several hours before vacuuming the firebox with an industry approved ash vacuum. Protective gloves should be worn anytime ash is removed. Dump all ash into a proper ash container and remove to a safe outdoors area. Remember that although the ash may look and feel cool to the touch, a smoldering ember can start a fire. CAUTION: Care should be used to store any ash in a proper container with an approved airtight lid. If ash is taken outside, water should be poured over the ash to ensure no fire flare up can occur.
Intelli-Choice CONTROL BOARDIn 2001 Country Flame introduced its own control board technology, called the “Intelli-Choice.”Country Flame’s control board technology was introduced across all pellets and corn stove product lines. The Intelli- Choice control board is being used exclusively on Country Flame product. This control board technology was developed to ensure better support to customers. Country Flame will seek to provide the most advanced controls while maintaining the look and feel our dealers and customers have come to know and expect. Country Flame also wants to ensure its product can be upgraded to newer and more advanced technology if and when this technology becomes available and the customer chooses to obtain it. Country Flame is committed to its customer base. Country Flame will strive to make the service support process easier through systematic troubleshooting procedures and repair events that should allow for evolving “plug n play” operations. Country Flame’s goal is to ensure a certified service technician can diagnose and repair any stove problem in less than 30 minutes. FIGURE 3 depicts control board basic theory and FIGURE 4 provides a brief description of sensor controls.
