Empyre Pro Series 100, Intallation And Operation Instructions

Page 1: ...Installation and Operation Instructions Empyre Pro Series Empyre Pro Series Installation and Operation Instructions Phase II Wood Gasifier Models 100 200 and 400 ...

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Page 3: ...tion Dimensions 10 Trench for Underground Pipes 10 Outdoor Furnace Installation 11 Outdoor Chimney Installation 11 Indoor Chimney Installation 11 Supplying Make Up Air 11 Water Line Hookup 12 Electrical Hookup 12 Typical Installation 13 Hookup to the Existing Heat System Water to Air 14 Belt Driven Hot Air Fan 14 Direct Drive Fan 14 Thermostat 14 Under Floor Heat 14 Side Arm Installation 15 Option...

Page 4: ... of Ash 20 Creosote Formation and Need for Removal 20 Fire Brick Insulation 21 Blower Draft Setting 21 Loading Door 21 Power Outages 21 Maintenance 22 During Heating Season 22 End of Heating Season 22 Reference 23 25 Operating the Digital Temperature Switch DTS 23 Hot Water Wood Furnace Wiring Diagram Empyre Pro Series 200 and 400 24 Furnace Specifications 25 Troubleshooting 26 27 Warranty Back Co...

Page 5: ... Empyre Pro Series 200 How The Empyre Pro Series Works The Empyre Pro Series uses a process called wood gasification to produce highly efficient combustion in the furnace s dual burn chambers 1 Wood in the firebox burns from the bottom up drying the top layer of wood in the firebox and forcing gases and exhaust into the lower burn chamber 2 In the brick lined lower chamber these volatile gases are...

Page 6: ...11396 Pro Series 400 70625938 Pro Series 100 200 702112153 or 702111396 Pro Series 400 70625938 Pro Series 100 200 no702112153 ou no 702111396 Pro Series 400 no 70625938 Pro Series 100 200 no702112153 ou no 702111396 Pro Series 400 no 70625938 815575 Model No Modèle 100 200 400 Serial No N De Série _________________________________ Certified Heating Appliance CSA Standard B366 1 M91 UL Standard 391...

Page 7: ...Stand back behind door 3 SLOWLY open door 4 Wait for smoke to clear 30 seconds Close door if smoke continues 5 Open door fully 6 After loading always close and latch door firmly 7 Switch blower on CAUTION Keep children a safe distance from the furnace DO NOT use chemicals gasoline oil or any other combustible fluid to start the fire DO NOT store fuel or combustible materials within the installatio...

Page 8: ... that if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury if proper precautions are not taken CAUTION CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situationthat if notavoided MAYresultinminoror moderate injury if proper practices are not taken or serves as a reminder to follow appropriate safety practices Safety Decals Please read and follow directions to ensure safe practices when using the Empyr...

Page 9: ...0B Chimney must be a listed UL 103 HT or ULC S629 residential all fuel type or tile lined masonry Flue connector pipe must be made of a minimum 24 NSG black steel Special precautions are required for passing the chimney through a combustible wall or ceiling Refer to authorities having jurisdiction for proper installation Minimum Clearance to Combustibles Side Wall to Furnace 12 305 mm Back Wall to...

Page 10: ...ATION MANUAL 2009 FEATURES Identifying Main Components see item list on page 9 1 2 4 5 6 8 7 3 10 9 11 12 27 13 14 16 17 19 21 22 23 24 25 18 26 15 29 Pro Series 200 400 30 28 Top 12 13 14 15 16 17 22 Pro Series 100 18 20 29 23 25 26 11 24 20 ...

Page 11: ...yre Pro Series furnace must be completed in accordance with local state provincial and federal building and fire codes IMPORTANT Contact an insurance provider prior to installation to ensure that installation is in compliance with local insurance requirements and all terms have been met No Description 1 Insulated Chimney 2 Light 3 Smoke Curtain 4 Light Blower Switch 5 Aquastat 6 Control Panel Door...

Page 12: ...ating professional to determine the line size necessary to meet the demands of your specific application 4 Identify each water line clearly in order to correctly locate the supply and return lines 5 Lay down 14 2 underground wire approved for underground installation Obtain the required electrical permit and confirm local electrical code requirements prior to installation House Shop Insulated Line...

Page 13: ... of the roof within 10 0 feet 3 04 m For a new chimney use an insulated stainless steel system that conforms to type HT High Temperature requirementsofUL103andULCS629andcomplies with the requirements of Chapter 11 of NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys Fireplaces Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances Caution The section of 1 inch 2 54 cm insulated chimney on the furnace is not rated for indoor use re...

Page 14: ...upply make up air for this type of installation Water Line Hookup 1 Hook up supply to Supply port and return to Return port as indicated see page 8 Note When using only one set of hookups always use the left set closest to the snap disc 2 Install shut off valves on all lines attached to the furnace to prevent loss of water during maintenance and repairs Fittings and valves to be attached to the fu...

Page 15: ...the Empyre Pro Series furnace only and does not include anything outside of the Empyre Pro Series furnace Pro Fab Industries takes NO responsibility for faulty installations etc These drawings should help in establishing a list of material required for a typical installation All parts should be available from your Empyre Pro Series provider Ask your dealer for a parts list Pro Series Furnace Insul...

Page 16: ... speed to obtain the correct air flow Thermostat 6 Install a second thermostat to allow the blower to operate separately from the furnace 7 The existing thermostat should be set several degrees lower than the new thermostat This will allow the regular system to cut in should the Pro Series run out of wood and the temperature drop below the second setting IMPORTANT Have a qualified electrician chec...

Page 17: ...m loop and side arm as low as possible PUMP BALL VALVE THERMOMETER BOILER DRAIN TEMPERING OR MIXING VALVE SYMBOL INDEX Have a qualified electrician check to ensure changes or modifications are made in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications and performed by qualified licensed personnel in accordance with local building codes Side Arm Installation To domestic heating system Hot water in f...

Page 18: ...ries Outdoor Furnace runs out of wood Figure 3 Note The existing furnace functions as a standby The aquastat on an in house furnace should be turned lower than the aquastat at the Empyre Pro Series Auxiliary Heat Water to Water Pro Series Water to water heat exchanger Return Supply Existing hot water furnace Pump To baseboard in floor radiator etc Pump Figure 3 ...

Page 19: ...m outdoor furnace Figure 1 Figure 2 To furnace From furnace From pool or spa 110 white 110 black Immersion control Black wire 24 V lines POOL HEATER Bypass 24 V Transformer To pool or spa Common Header Set Up Pump can be wired through an in line thermostat Each zone can be manually adjusted with the ball valves on the supply header Adjust mixing valve to run entering water temperature between 110 ...

Page 20: ...ening Figure 3 9 Add water until level indicator shows full Maintaining Proper Water Level When the water level is low the Empyre Pro Series may be filled or topped up through the vent opening Figure 3 First Fill 1 Attach a garden hose with two female ends from the water supply to the drain See pg 8 No 22 Turn on the water and open drain valve 2 Check all lines and connectors for leaks 3 Open the ...

Page 21: ... pieces should be over 5 inches in diameter in the Pro Series 100 and over 7 inches in the Pro Series 400 If using high moisture wood use pieces that are less than 5 inches in diameter in the Pro 100 and less than 7 inches in the Pro Series 400 It is good to mix the dry and wet wood when possible When using the recommended seasoned wood where the moisture content is between 19 and 25 the diameter ...

Page 22: ...lue Cleaning Rod NOTE Remove baffle see pg 8 item 27 to gain access to all flues Caution baffle may be hot Reinstall baffle after cleaning Pro Series 400 Remove baffle by first pulling towards you then slide to the right and up When reinstalling baffle must be seated on inside of side stops see page 8 items 27 and 28 Note There is no baffle on the Pro Series 100 5 When cleaning flues also check fo...

Page 23: ...To replace any of these components you must contact your Empyre Pro Series dealer NOTE This is not a natural draft furnace It is a forced air furnace where the blower controls the fire Loading Door The Empyre Pro Series includes special loading door features for safety and ease of operation Loading Door Features Adjustable and replaceable hinges and latch A full length smoke curtain which is linke...

Page 24: ...slots Ensure that air is free to flow to each air hole Also inspect the vertical air tube if there is creosote buildup insert a small chain at the top of the air tube pull the chain through the bottom pulling it back and forth until the air tube is clean Reinstall the bricks in reverse order ensuring the back brick is up against the rear of the firebox and against the vertical air tube so that no ...

Page 25: ...llowing messages will be shown Er Memory error Short circuit probe error Open probe error DTS Technical Data Accuracy 1 Output 16 Amp 1HP 240 Vac SPDT relay Supply voltage 115 Vac 10 Display 3 digit red DTS Programming Press SET SP text will appear on the display Press SET again The real value is shown on the display The value can be modified with the UP and DOWN arrows Press SET to enter new valu...

Page 26: ...ES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL 2009 REFERENCE Hot Water Wood Furnace Wiring Diagram Empyre Pro Series 100 200 and 400 CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THIS UNIT TO ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE ...

Page 27: ... 15 6 15 8 20 Loading Door Size in 14 x 16 18 x 18 20 x 24 cm 36 x 41 46 x 46 51 x 61 Firebox Volume 5 3 cubic feet 9 3 cubic feet 20 3 cubic feet in 16w x 21h x 28d 23w x 22h x 31d 28w x 33h x 40d cm 41w x 53h x 71d 58w x 56h x 79d 71w x 84h x 102d Water Capacity US gal 30 75 115 Litres 114 284 435 Shipping Weight lbs 1 080 2 100 2 610 kg 490 953 1 184 Note Weights and measurements may vary sligh...

Page 28: ...quality Burn only seasoned wood Water temperature is too low Reduce heat draw from furnace allowing the water temp to reach at least 160 F 71 C Furnace overheats and boils Main door has been left open Close door Main door and or ash clean out gaskets are leaking Replace gaskets or adjust latches and or hinges Hot water is not reaching the building Water level is low Fill system to proper water lev...

Page 29: ...he centre In spring fall use only 6 inch 15 cm diameter and smaller seasoned logs Not drawing enough heat from the furnace Increase the heat draw on the furnace There is a lot of smoke present when I open the loading door The fire is at a stage when there is a lot of smoke Clear smoke by opening door but not smoke curtain Avoid opening the door for several hours after loading The furnace has just ...

Page 30: ...to validate the warranty 10 Year Limited Warranty Pro Fab will not be responsible or liable for any of the following a If warranty work requires removal or replacement of all or a part of the furnace Pro Fab is not responsible for the cost of plumbing freight permits removal or disposal of damaged furnace or parts replacement of water or additives labour after the one 1 year warranty coverage expi...