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The instruction manual is an integral part of the product
Pellet stoves
P163 T
PRODUCT INFORMATION,
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
Please read this entire manual before installation and use of
this pellet fuel-burning room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property
damage, bodily injury or even death.
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installation inspection requirements in your area.
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- Page 1 The instruction manual is an integral part of the product Pellet stoves P163 T Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning room heater. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
- Page 2 The images shown in this manual are for explanatory purposes and at times may not accurately depict the product. This document is the property of Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A. and no part of it may be reproduced or disclosed to third parties, whol- ly or in part, without written permission All rights reserved by Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A..
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION PRODUCT INFORMATION Product description Part identification Safety devices Check devices Product identification data Characteristics Accessories upon request Technical data Sizes FUEL Pellet specifications Information regarding pellet loading GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE SYSTEM Installation room Fresh air intake Chimney... -
Page 4: General Information
(authorized technical assistance centre). appliance, observe all safety recommen- - Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A. cannot be held liable for situations of risk, defects, damage, product malfunctioning or for damage dations and contact the appropriate au- to objects, people or animals resulting from tampering of the thorities. - Page 5 PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Product use may cause some surfaces to If you expect that small children or vulner- become extremely hot (the glass, the ex- able adults may come into contact with ternal surfaces, the handles, the smoke this appliance, the following precautions outlet passage).
- Page 6 PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Do not install the product near walls or Do not overfire - If any external part starts objects in heat-sensitive or combustible to glow, you are overfiring. Reduce feed combustible material (wood or similar). rate. Overfiring will void your warranty. It is important to observe and respect the distances and safety indications pre- scribed by regulations and indicated in...
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Page 7: Product Information
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Before carrying out any assembly, installation or ignition proce- PRODUCT INFORMATION dures, the enabled installer must check that the system has been manufactured in compliance with the applicable instructions provided by the manufacturer and in compliance with all relevant regulations. -
Page 8: Part Identification
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE PART IDENTIFICATION Pellet hopper cover 25 Metal structure Pellet hopper grille 26 Appliance control panel Door Ceramic glass Door handle Ash drawer Smoke chamber Smoke intake/Extractor fan Adjustable feet 10 Electronic control unit 11 Pressure switch 12 Grate 13 Grate deflector 14 Pellet delivery hole... -
Page 9: Safety Devices
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Electronic control unit: SAFETY DEVICES the electronic control unit signals and controls a series of events including power and ignition failure. The appliance is equipped with the following safety and check devices which stop the stove from operating if any faults occur against over-firing and ensuring heaters is operating properly, in- cluding ensuring visible emissions are minimized. -
Page 10: Product Identification Data
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION DATA CHARACTERISTICS Each product is identified in the following way: Structure: - IDENTIFICATION DATA PLATE (1) with the model (A) and ap- - in steel pliance performance specifications Cladding: - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (2) with the serial number of the ap- - in painted steel pliance (B) Top surface:... -
Page 11: Technical Data
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL DATA Model P163 T Unit of meas- Medium burn Overall burn Description High burn rate Low burn rate urement rate rate Power Setting Fuel natural pure wood pellets Btu/hr 46602 21671 15829 22905 Heat Input... -
Page 12: Sizes
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE values in inch (mm) SIZES P163 T Fig. 6 49.28" 1252 mm 15.03" 382 mm 7.76" 7.76" 197 mm 197 mm 4.53" 115 mm 3.62" 1.85" 92 mm 47 mm 2.33" 59 mm 5.71" 0.83"... -
Page 13: Fuel
- Any materials that are not included in the warranty and owner’s thorised by Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A.. manual for the subject wood heater Using pellets that are out of date or not in conformity - Any materials that were not included in the certification tests ■... -
Page 14: Information Regarding Pellet Loading
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Pellets must be stowed in a dry, sheltered place that complies 3.2.1 Pellet indicator with the relevant safety clearances from the appliance and When the red reload indicator can be seen inside the hopper, it is from heat sources which could cause combustion. -
Page 15: General Information Regarding The System
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING Appropriate ventilation in the installation room must THE SYSTEM be ensured (refer to the section " FRESH AIR INTAKE "). The installation room and the area which is to be heat- ■ Below is some general information regarding the system, appli- ed must be suitable sized and have appropriate charac- ance installation and products manufactured by Gruppo Piazzet-... -
Page 16: Fresh Air Intake
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE It is recommended that the chimney has a chamber for collect- FRESH AIR INTAKE ing solid matter and any condensate below the connection and which may be easily opened and inspected by means of an air In order to operate normally, each appliance must be provided tight door with the air needed for combustion. - Page 17 T.A.C. (technical assistance centre) or a quali- DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE ■ fied personnel authorised by Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A. SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. to optimize the combustion for different altitudes, flue Do not connect to a flueway into which extractor hoods ■...
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Page 18: Interior Vent Installation
ENCLOSURE cool down too much for adequate drafting. BLACK CEILING Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A. assumes no responsibility for, SUPPORT nor does the warranty cover, smoke damage caused by reverse drafting of pellet stoves under power failure... -
Page 19: Connecting To A Conventional Chimney
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE - extend the PL Vent at least 12” (305 mm) above the roof line and terminate with a PL listed Rain Cap. If the Vent extends more Check that the connection to the flueway is gas/smoke- than 6’... -
Page 20: Installing Into An Existing Fireplace Chimney
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE When chimneys are relined, a chimney chase cap that reduces the outlet of the chimney to the size of the liner is required. Extend the exhaust vent above the chimney chase cap and finish it off with a rain cap. -
Page 21: Short Rise Installation - Wall Outlet
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE SHORT RISE INSTALLATION - WALL MINIMUM FLUE VENT CONFIGURATION OUTLET Horizontal installations that terminate without any vertical sec- tions of pipe are approved; however, it is recommended that a When terminating the exhaust system under the houses eaves, minimum of 5’... -
Page 22: Venting: Termination Requirements
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE The exit terminal shall be located not less than 4' (1.2 m) below, 4' 4.10 VENTING: TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS (1.2 m) horizontally from, or 1' (305 mm) above any door, window, or gravity air inlet into any building. In determining optimum vent termination, carefully evaluate ex- The clearance to a non-mechanical air supply inlet to the building ternal conditions especially when venting directly through a wall. -
Page 23: Mobile Home Installation
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE - 3’ (915 mm) from any adjacent combustibles such as: adjacent PL Vent must be used for exhaust venting (single wall vent is not buildings, fences, protruding parts of the structure, roof eaves allowed). Follow PL Vent manufacturer’s installation directions or overhangs, plants, shrubs, etc. -
Page 24: Preparations For Installation
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE - Remove the pallet fastening brackets (1) PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLATION - unload the stove from the pallet and move it to the installation position. Product installation and maintenance must be carried out exclusively by qualified personnel with sufficient knowledge of the product itself. -
Page 25: Minimum Safety Distances
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MINIMUM SAFETY DISTANCES INSTALL VENT AT CLEARANCES SPECIFIED BY THE VENT The position of the product inside the room must take into ac- MANUFACTURER. count not only the regulations, heating requirements, the shape Connection to the flue must respect minimum safety ■... -
Page 26: Installation Kit And Accessories
“Multifuoco System” is a system for channelling hot ventilated air into a designated room. In this EXCLUSIVE system PATENTED by Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A., heat produced by the firebox is distributed from bottom-up with- in the room by means of one or more than one fan. - Page 27 PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Hot air outlet ducted into more than one room The maximum total length indicated in the section " CHARACTERISTICS ": is to be reduced by 1 metre for each elbow used ■ is to be reduced by 2 metres for each Y-element used ■...
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Page 28: Safe Ducting Clearance
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 6.4.4 Ducting indications For effective channelled heat distribution, you must: - wrap the pipe with a 1/2'' (13 mm) thick heat insulating material (e.g. mineral fibre, ceramic fibre, rock fibre...) in order to limit heat loss and to ensure an adequately high air temperature - ensure that the heat insulating material has a minimum oper- ational temperature limit of at least 400°F (204°C). -
Page 29: Connection To The Smoke Outlet
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE It is recommended that the stove be connected to an outside source of combustion air under certain conditions (negative pres- Long runs should be avoided. sure), especially in lower level and main floor locations. The outside air pipe must terminate above the maxi- ■... -
Page 30: Electrical Connections
(which must be accessible after installation. is not supplied by Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A.). It is recommended that elements with inspection aper- Any stove installed in a mobile home must be electrical-... -
Page 31: Start-Up And Operating Test
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Only connect devices approved by Gruppo Piazzetta S.p.A.. For more information on installation and opera- tion, please contact a T.A.C. (Technical Assistance Cen- tre) or qualified technician. Consent must arrive from a non-powered contact. Do not connect any live elements. -
Page 32: Use
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE HUMIDIFIER (ACCESSORIES) The appliance is equipped with a system to humidify the envi- ronment. The humidifier is to be filled with water on average every two or three days and in any case, on the basis of appliance use. -
Page 33: Cleaning And Maintenance
For more information visit The following interventions are included in maintenance: - checking the components for wear and ensuring they are inte- www.piazzetta.com under "Support". gral and operate correctly restore all initial connections together with the normal ■... -
Page 34: Cleaning The Ceramic Cladding
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 10.3 CLEANING THE PAINTED METAL PARTS Recommended interval Interventions which may be carried out by the user When cleaning the painted metal parts, use a soft cloth mois- tened with water. Glass 1 day Brazier and grate support 1 day Do not clean metal parts using alcohol, solvents, pet- Ash drawer (if present) -
Page 35: Cleaning The Glass
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Proceed as follows: 10.5 CLEANING THE GLASS - remove the grate deflector (1) - release the grate (2) from its housing During start-up it is possible that tar may accumulate on the glass - remove any ash and deposits which may have formed, making which will disappear when optimal combustion is reached. -
Page 36: Cleaning The Smoke Chamber
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE - clean the parts which have been removed and then refit them in the reverse order in which they were removed - reposition the lower deflector (5) making sure that the lower section is locked into the lower slots (6) and that the sides are secured by the cams (4) - reposition the upper deflector (3) above the support pins - reposition the grate into its original position pushing it towards... -
Page 37: Cleaning The Extractor Fan
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE - lift the element slightly and remove it by pulling it towards you - use a vacuum cleaner to remove any ash and carbon deposits Cleaning must only be carried out by a T.A.C. (Technical which may have accumulated in the smoke chamber, taking Assistance Centre) or a qualified technician. -
Page 38: Cleaning The Smoke Outlet
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 10.13 CLEANING THE SMOKE OUTLET Soot and Flyash: formation and need for removal. The products of combustion will contain small particles of flyash. The flyash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of the flue gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during startup, shut- down, or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot formation which will collect in the exhaust venting system. -
Page 39: Replacing The Gaskets
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE - replace the gasket (4) 10.16 REPLACING THE GASKETS Periodically inspect the condition of the rope gasket around the door, window and ash door for air leaks. Any leaks in these areas will negatively affect the burn process and cause the pot to over- load. -
Page 40: When Not In Use
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 11 WHEN NOT IN USE 12 DISPOSAL OF PRODUCT AT END OF PRODUCT LIFE When shutting the appliance down at the end of the season or if a long period of inactivity is anticipated, proceed as follows: The owner is exclusively responsible for destroying and disposing - remove all pellets from the appliance of the product in compliance with the regulations in force as re-... -
Page 41: Wiring Diagram
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 13 WIRING DIAGRAM YELLOW Combustion fan Blower GREEN YELLOW GREEN BROWN BLUE BROWN 1 2 3 BLACK BLUE Control board Fuse PURPLE BLUE WHITE N. PEL. N. H2O N. AMB. TERM. -TC1+ BLACK BLUE BLUE GRAY BROWN Remote... -
Page 42: Reference Standards
PRODUCT INFORMATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE 14 REFERENCE STANDARDS ASTM E1509 Standard Specification for Room Heaters, Pellet Fuel-Burning Type ASTM E2515 Standard Test Method for Determination of Particulate Matter Emissions Collected by a Dilution Tunnel ASTM E2779 Standard Test Method for Determining Particulate Matter Emissions from Pellet Heaters ULC S627 Standard for Space Heaters for Use With Solid Fuels CSA B415.1... -
Page 43: Warranty
Parts and Labour Piazzetta (North America) will repair or replace any part found to be defective (parts and labour) for two (2) years from the date of purchase, including glass for thermal breakage only (not impact) and exterior cladding for gloss retention. - Page 44 Via Montello, 22 31011 Asolo (TV) - ITALY Tel. +39.04235271 - Fax +39.042355178 www.piazzetta.com e-mail:infopiazzetta@piazzetta.it...
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