American Energy Systems MagnuM Winchester - Manual (Page 29)

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NOTE: If the fire is burning too fast and the fuel is being burned up too quickly, turn the air intake butterfly damper
closed a little to slow the fire down. This should be done in small 1/4” increments so that the fire doesn’t change too
quickly. You can also adjust the draft or auger trim to balance out the burn rate.
NOTE: When changing the heat levels there will be a delay so the system can complete the cycle before switching to the
new heat level.
NOTE: In case of a power outage, the pressure switch has tripped, the door has been opened, the hopper door has been
left open or any power interruption lasting longer than 5 seconds, the “On/Off” button must be pushed and held for
app. 6 seconds (or until you here a click) to re-engage the auger system.
IMPORTANT: The circuit board will not function properly if the outlet is not a constant 120 volt, 60 cycle power
source. The outlet must be grounded properly and have the correct polarity. A polarity and ground tester can be
picked up at any hardware store to assure proper operation. If you are using a power generator, solar power or wind
generation make sure that you have a constant correct power source.
The unit’s electrical warranty would become void if a constant power source is not available. Also make sure that a
proper surge protector is between the unit and the power source. The circuit board will not be warranted if there is not
a surge protector installed to the unit.
It is strongly recommended that you unplug the power source during times when the unit is not being operated to
protect the unit from power surges, power spikes and drops in power. It is very common for a circuit board to work
when the unit is shut off in the spring and then won’t work in the fall. Unplugging the unit will prevent this from
happening.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(Without using system igniter)
NOTE: Each time the stove is started, the firepot should be checked for debris and clear air holes. Some fuels will
cause the firepot to build up more frequently making it necessary to stir and clean the firepot more often. Do not allow
ash to build up underneath the firepot.
Your control panel has three (3) separate modes of operation (switch located on
top of board). The MANUAL setting allows the operator to choose heat level
setting changes without a thermostat. The T-STAT setting allows the operator to
set the high heat level setting and when the thermostat is satisfied, the unit will
automatically go to the low heat level setting. The AUTO setting allows the unit to
shut completely off when the thermostat is satisfied and re-start when the
thermostat calls for heat. The AUTO setting can only be used with wood pellets.
Before lighting your MagnuM for the first time make sure that all items are out of
the hopper and firebox area. Note: If using a wall thermostat, make sure that the
thermostat is turned up above room temperature. The unit will operate on low fire
if the thermostat is turned down.
9 Load the hopper with fuel (Corn or Wood Pellets).
9 Place a small handful of wood pellets or fire starter in the firepot.
9 Squirt a small amount of fire starter gel on top of the wood pellets.
(Evenly across the wood pellets)
9 Light the fire starter gel.
9 Close the door
9 Push the “On/Off” button.
9 Turn the air intake butterfly damper to approximately ¼ inch open. (More or
less as needed.)
NOTE: Priming the auger is required when the unit is new or when the hopper
has completely run out of fuel. This can be done approximately 1 minute after
pushing the on/off start button. Press and hold the “auger” button until fuel begins
to drop into the firepot. When fuel begins to drop regularly, release auger button,
the auger is primed.