ECHO PELLET E.I.
PELLET HEATER
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cause a fire! You must clean the heat exchanger
tubes (see Figure 12) regularly to ensure a good
air to fuel ration, thus allowing the heater to
"breathe" properly. You must also check the tee
and vent pipe to see that they are not clogged
and full of ash.
4.
Problem
: The heater was burning well and then
soot began forming on the door glass.
Solution
: Black soot forming on the door glass
means that the combustion is not right and the
heater needs a good clean out. Some brands of
pellets burn much richer than others and you
might have to change brands of pellets and/or
have the air/fuel settings readjusted by your
dealer. It is normal to have the glass cloud up
after several hours of burning, but it should
wipe off with a good window cleaner. If the
glass turns black quickly, then the heater needs
a good clean out.
5.
Problem
: We had a power failure and the heater
emitted smoke for about five minutes.
Solution
: If the heater emits smoke during a
power failure and you have frequent power
failures, then we suggest you purchase the
battery back-up system. If the vent pipe is
installed according to these instructions, the
smoke will siphon out of the pipe in most
instances.
6.
Problem
: After several weeks of outstanding
performance, the heater suddenly stopped and
the red light under the control panel came on.
This light is the High Temp/Flue indicator light.
Solution
: The High Temp/Flue indicator light
indicates that fly ash has built up in the exhaust
system and/or there is a restriction in the
exhaust/flue system or a high-wind condition.
Check the pipe system for excessive ash and
clogging, particularly the vent cap. Remove the
clean out cap on the tee and make sure that ash
has not blocked the exhaust air flow. This
automatic shut down in case of flue clogging is
a safety feature, and if the shut down occurs it
means you have a problem and should consult a
service technician and/or clean your pipe and
heater thoroughly. If you feel the fly ash build-
up is excessive, we suggest you try another
pellet brand. In most climates the pellets and fly
ash can absorb moisture from the air and create
creosote and a severe clogging problem. Keep
this in mind when you store and handle your
pellets. The heater warranty does not cover the
quality of the fuels used or the way they may be
handled, either before or after you've purchased
them. High-wind condition may require a high-
wind cap. See Appendix A.
7.
Problem
: I turned off the switch and the heater
continued running.
Solution
: This is normal. The exhaust blower
will keep running until it cools down and then it
will automatically turn off. This can vary by the
temperature the exhaust has reached and the
temperature of the cooling air.
8.
Problem
: Fan motor speed varies, sometimes
running low and sometimes surging. Will run on
"High" or "Clean" but not on "Low."
Solution
: Fan motor brushes are wearing out.
Brushes in fan motor need to be replaced.
Contact your dealer or call factory for
replacement brushes.
9.
Problem
: Stove shuts off at night when running
on low.
Solution
: Feed is to low. Adjust feed trim
button (turn clockwise) until feed can maintain
fire.
10.
Problem
: I see a flashing green light behind the
outer shield. What does this mean?
Solution
: The flashing green light behind the
outer shield means the circuit board is
energized. This is okay. “Green means go.” All
systems are ready and operational.
