Avalon Firestyles 900 PI-1993 to 1996 - Manual (Page 20)

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O UTSIDE A IR R EQUIREMENTS
¥ Must not be drawn from an enclosed space (garage, unventilated crawl space)
¥ Must be made with 1 3/4" diameter or larger metal or aluminum duct with a metal
screen attached to the end to keep out rodents (P.V.C. or other combustible
materials may not be used)
¥ Must not terminate above or within 1' of the chimney termination
¥ Must have a rain cap or down-turned elbow to prevent water from entering
¥ Must be located so that it will not become plugged by snow or other material
¥ Travis Industries strongly suggests outside air for all residential installations,
especially for those that are energy efficient, air tight homes
WARNING: During a power outage there is a possibility of some smoke entering
the room if an outside air connection is not used.
I NSERT I NSTALLATION
This section details the three types of installations that may be utilized with the Avalon 900 PI
and the pre-installation procedures that will aid in installation. The drawings used for each type
of installation detail most, but not all, of the requirements necessary for a safe installation. Read
the section "Insert Requirements" for additional requirements.
Preparation for Installation
¥ Check for damage to the exterior of the stove (dents should be reported, scratches
can be fixed by applying touch up paint).
¥ Check the interior of the firebox. Make sure the firebrick refractory is not cracked
and that the firepot holder and ash trap doors are in place.
¥ All optional equipment being used for this pellet insert should be installed after
installation with the exception of the optional pellet ignition system which should
be installed before installation (see the section "Optional Equipment").
NOTE: PANELS ARE REQUIRED WHEN INSTALLING THE 900 PI PELLET
INSERT.
HINT: We suggest starting the heater outside and burning it for two hours to
cure the paint before it is placed in the home.
Installing the Panels, Trim, and Switch Box
The panels for the 900 PI are purchased seperately from the pellet insert and are available in
three sizes. The table below details the finished size of the panels once they are installed. Make
sure to purchase the panels that will cover the fireplace opening in both height and width.
Size of Panels Height Width
8" x 10" 28 7/8" 40 3/8"
10" x 13" 31 7/8" 44 3/8"
The panels should be installed after the insert is in place and connected to the pellet vent. First
route the power cord out of the fireplace so it exits through the lower outside front corner of the
fireplace opening (do not route the power cord under the unit). Place the side panel with the
square hole in it along the left side of the insert and slide it into place. Repeat for the right side.
The panels are notched and simply clip onto the sides of the unit (see the illustration on the
following page). Unwrap the switch box (shipped inside the firebox of the heater) and clip it into
the left side panel. Make sure the power switch is at the top when installed. Then attach the
electrical connector on the end of the cord from the switch box to the electrical connector on the
left side of the insert towards the rear (see the illustration on the following page).