Country Flame HR-01 Operations Instructions

Version 2.0fc 1 MODEL CF-04 CROSSFIRE STOVE FIREPLACE INSERT, (FLEX FUEL VERSION) USA & CANADA TES

Version 4.0 10 PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT AES’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED

Version 4.0 11 American Energy Systems, Inc 150 Michigan Street SE Hutchinson, MN 55350 Fold Here Name Address

Version 4.0 12 THE CROSSFIRE OPERATION FEATURES Country Flame designed and built the CF04 stove to burn 100% shelled corn. Unlike conve

Version 4.0 13 FIGURE 2: CROSSFIRE COMPONENTS SAFETY FEATURES The Crossfire comes standard with a number of advanced safety features; h

Version 4.0 14 stable operation of the Crossfire. Fortunately, there are simple, reliable, and cost effective power backup solutions ava

Version 4.0 15 OPERATING REFERENCE GUIDE CROSSFIRE – FLEX STOVE (SEE FIGURE #3) • DO NOT use any other ignition accelerant other than i

Version 4.0 16 The stir rod will be controlled by the control board. This stir rod assists in mixing fuel with air in the burn pot. Th

Version 4.0 17 FIGURE 4A: CONTROL BOARD BLOCK DIAGRAM Input Voltage Alternating Current (AC) Input provided by the local pow

Version 4.0 18 FIGURE 5 displays the Country Flame Control Board front panel. Each function of the Control Board is identified.

Version 4.0 19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Using self igniter systems, if auto ignition system (optional) has been installed) NOTE: Each t

Version 4.0 2SAFETY NOTES The Crossfire Model CF-04 fuel stove is significantly different from a conventional wood-burning stove. One major differ

Version 4.0 20 The auger feed rate on each setting is pre-programmed but may be changed if necessary. The “Auger Trim” button will overr

Version 4.0 21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Without using system igniter) NOTE: Each time the stove is started, the firepot should be checke

Version 4.0 22 and hold the ‘Auger Trim’ button along with the heat level button arrow up or heat level button arrow down, depending on d

Version 4.0 23 to starting. You can hold the auger button down to override the system and manually prime the auger. The room fan button

Version 4.0 24 AC MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING THIS UNIT.

Version 4.0 25 STOVE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 2 shows the physical dimensions of the Crossfire product. CROSSFIRE DIMENSIONS (IN INCHES) STO

Version 4.0 26 move to that heat setting anytime the thermostat calls for heat. Otherwise, when the thermostat no longer calls for heat,

Version 4.0 27 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION PREPARATION Country Flame strongly recommends the Crossfire be installed by a certified profess

Version 4.0 28 installation into an approved masonry or zero clearance fireplaces, the use of single or double-wall flue pipe will not af

Version 4.0 29 CHIMNEY It is extremely important that a Crossfire stove be vented into a non defective, clean, and properly lined chimne

Version 4.0 3 WARNING: Maintain all minimum safety clearances of the Crossfire stove and chimney system. Never install the Crossf

Version 4.0 30 combustion. In all cases, the flue must be relined with a listed liner system, such as HomeSaver Chimney Liner. If you

Version 4.0 31 carpet to come in contact with any part of the Crossfire insert. Maintain clearances to combustibles as specified in TABL

Version 4.0 32 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL A COUNTRY FLAME CROSSFIRE STOVE IN ANY MOBILE HOME SLEEPING ROOM. WARN

Version 4.0 33 Do not violate minimum clearances with approved thermal barriers. Manville’s CERAFORM 126 is an example of an approved in

Version 4.0 34 3. At no time should a floor protector be placed on top of carpeting. Carpeting must be removed and the floor protection

Version 4.0 35 certified professional to install a flue gas pellet venting system. Do not deviate from the pellet flue manufacturer’s in

Version 4.0 36 FIGURE 15: MOBILE HOME CHIMNEY INSTALLATION

Version 4.0 37 MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS The Crossfire Model CF-04 has minimal maintenance requirements; however, fa

Version 4.0 38 STOVE DOOR ADJUSTMENT The Crossfire door may require fine adjustment due to variations in the door, the gasket material, d

Version 4.0 39 the door glass. Removal of these glass retaining clips can be accomplished with household tools. Order the necessary rep

Version 4.0 4 CAUTION: Operate the Crossfire with the fuel hopper lid closed at all times. Failure to keep the hopper lid closed

Version 4.0 40 In order to thoroughly clean the exhaust chamber, the Crossfire has two cleaning ports that provide access to the exhaust

Version 4.0 41 a period of use can lead to one or both exhaust chambers becoming blocked and thus causing the stove to burn inefficientl

Version 4.0 42 APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Shut off the power to the unit and allow it to cool off when performing cleaning and m

Version 4.0 43 APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONT’D) Stirring Paddles do not turn The chain drive for the stirring paddles needs t

Version 4.0 44 APPENDIX B: MAINTENANCE GUIDE Shut off the power to the unit and allow it to cool off when performing cleaning and mainte

Version 4.0 45 APPENDIX B: MAINTENANCE GUIDE (CONT’D) Cleaning the Glass To clean glass, use a mild non-abrasive cleaner when the sto

Version 4.0 46 APPENDIX B: MAINTENANCE GUIDE (CONT’D) Replacing the Door / Glass Gaskets To replace the gaskets, remove the door by

Version 4.0 47 APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Fuel Type: #2 Yellow Shelled Corn Fuel (CLEANED) Hardwood Pellet Fuel Moi

Version 4.0 48 APPENDIX E: COMBUSTION BASICS An understanding of Combustion Basics will assist in resolving problems with a variety o

Version 4.0 49 Combustion Temperature: The temperature required to ensure the release of flammable vapors. To sustain combustion, the he

Version 4.0 5 CERTIFICATION SAFETY LABEL (sample)

Version 4.0 50 The obvious advantage of Corn or wood pellets over conventional chopped wood logs is the consistency of the fuel both from

Version 4.0 51 As a final note, the two basic stages of corn burning are: a) Somewhere around 1100o F the corn fuel particles have comb

Version 4.0 52 APPENDIX F: REPLACEMENT PARTS REPLACEMENT PARTS Part Number Description Number per CROSSFIRE CF04-P72 BURN

Version 4.0 53 APPENDIX F: REPLACEMENT PARTS (cont’d) REPLACEMENT PARTS Part Number Description Number per CROSSFIRE INSERT CF0

Version 4.0 54 APPENDIX G: LABELS REPLACEMENT LABELS Part Number Description Number per CROSSFIRE INSERT PP-483 CAUTION LABEL

Version 4.0 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY NOTES...

Version 4.0 7 MOBILE HOME RULES ...

Version 4.0 8 FORWARD COUNTRY FLAME Country Flame has worked for over two decades in researching and developing biomass fuel burning st

Version 4.0 9 AMERICAN ENERGY SYSTEMS INC. LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY This warranty is in effect on all products sold after 01/01/2009 and