Country Flame CF-04 - Manual (Page 15)

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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-Choice on/off switch. The Intelli-Choice power 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-Choice on/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