HeatMaster G Series EPA Certified Wood Burning Furnaces Owner’s Manual

HeatMaster G Series EPA Certified Wood Burning

EPA Certified Wood Burning Furnaces – Version 9

Product Information
The EPA Certified Wood Burning Furnaces are outdoor furnaces that are designed to burn wood to provide heat for residential and commercial spaces. The furnace is UL 2523-2018 CAN/CSA B366.1-2011 certified and manufactured by HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. The furnace is constructed with high-grade steel and features a firebox and water jacket that are designed to prevent leaks and malfunctions. The furnace also comes with a limited lifetime warranty against defects in workmanship and material.

Contents of the Manual

The manual contains information on the following:

• Warranty and Safety
• Furnace Installation Guide
• Operating the Furnace
• Care and Maintenance
• Lifetime Limited Warranty

Product Usage Instructions

Installation
Before installing the furnace, refer to the Furnace Specification Charts to ensure that you have the necessary space and clearance. The furnace can be installed indoors or outdoors, but proper clearance to combustibles must be maintained. The furnace must be installed on a foundation and a trench must be dug for the hydronic lines. The chimney must also be installed properly for safe operation.

Operating the Furnace
To operate the furnace, fill it with water and fire it up using wood of good quality. Smokeless loading is recommended to ensure efficient burning. For gasification furnaces, follow the specific requirements for operation. The furnace comes with controls and safety devices that must be used properly for safe operation.

**Care and Maintenance

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Regular cleaning is necessary to maintain the furnace. Refer to the Care and Maintenance section for instructions on how to clean the furnace. Troubleshooting tips are also provided in case of any issues. It is important to follow the instructions for water treatment and maintenance to prevent corrosion and ensure the lifetime limited warranty is applicable.

Lifetime Limited Warranty

The furnace comes with a limited lifetime warranty against defects in workmanship and material. Refer to the warranty schedule for details on the coverage and pro-rated schedule. The warranty does not cover damage caused by negligence, lack of proper maintenance, physical damage, power surges, or unauthorized modifications.

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EPA Certified Wood Burning Furnaces
Version 9

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
UL 2523-2018 CAN/CSA B366.1-2011

LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY

HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. warrants to the original owner of the G Series outdoor furnace that it is free from defects in workmanship and material, which could cause a leak or malfunction of the firebox or water jacket, and against corrosion (if the instructions in the owners manual for water treatment and maintenance are followed) for the life of the furnace towards the purchase of a new HeatMasterSS furnace, in the following pro-rated schedule.
Warranty Schedule
· Coverage in the initial 5 years is 100% · Year 6-7 is 50% · Year 8 – 9 is 40% · Year 10 – 15 is 30% · Year 16 to life is 10% · All firebrick used in the furnace carries a 2-year
warranty.
· Firebox door has a warranty of 5 years at 100%.
In addition, all steel including housing, legs, etc. have a pro-rated warranty for a period of 10 years with coverage reducing by 10% per year. Any parts not manufactured by HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. that are used on the furnace such as controls, limit switches, heat exchangers – carry their own manufacturer’s warranty. HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. will not be liable for the cost of shipping, replacement or repair of these parts.
If warranty requires removing or replacing of the furnace or a part on the furnace, HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. is not responsible for the cost of plumbing, replacement of antifreeze or water treatment, shipping cost or any other cost other than the replacement component or furnace. HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. always has the right to decide if

a part or furnace will be repaired or replaced and will not be liable for any cost not authorized by a HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. representative. HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. does not warranty any damage caused due to negligence and deterioration due to lack of proper ongoing maintenance, physical damage caused by abuse or freeze up, power surges or unauthorized work or modifications to the furnace.
HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. is not liable for any damage or cost which may occur from or during the operation of the furnace or damage incurred due to any heating system failure. The purchaser assumes all responsibility for the care, maintenance, and safe operation of the furnace including adding of approved boiler treatment or water. HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. does not warrant door gaskets, exterior paint or finish.
To qualify for warranty all instructions must be followed in the operator’s manual, water must be tested and maintained a minimum of once per year, and warranty registration must be on file at HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. within 30 days of purchase along with a copy of the original invoice. No warranty can be approved unless the warranty registration and water test verifications are on file at the HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. office.
The warranty can be voided by operating the furnace in a manner inconsistent with the owner’s manual. HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. reserves the right to change conditions or warranty at any time.

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WATER TREATMENT & TESTING

WATER TREATMENT POLICY
To qualify for warranty, water must be tested at a minimum of once per year and water treatment added when necessary.
To take a water sample:
· Locate your water sample bottle, mailing carton and
mailing label provided to you by your dealer.
· Open the boiler drain located at the bottom of the rear
cabinet of the furnace for 10-15 seconds or until the water runs clear. CAUTION: Water is hot! Use extreme care when pouring into a bucket, and let cool before collecting a sample.
· Fill one of the test bottles at least 1/2 full. Fill out the
mailing label, provided with the test bottle, completely, including your email address, the model number and the serial number of your furnace. Make sure to note if the furnace water contains any antifreeze or additional chemicals.
· Place bottle in the tube. Attach top part of the label to
sample bottle and bottom part to the outside of mailing tube. Mail to our testing lab. Results can take up to 4 weeks to receive and up to 8 weeks if no email address is on hand at HeatMaster Furnaces Inc.
· You will receive a water test report outlining what must be
done (if anything). A week after making the recommended changes to your water, send in another sample to verify the fluid has adequate protection.
Add the water treatment through the fill pipe located at the top of the furnace when initially filling the furnace with water or after testing, if needed. Ensure that all drains are closed. It is recommended that water treatment is added at a 1:200 ratio when initially firing the furnace. Additional treatment may have to be added for water with more severe properties or for systems with more chemically demanding requirements.

RECOMMENDED OPERATING LEVELS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Conductivity: 100 – 4000 ppm pH: 8.5 ­ 10. 5 Nitrites: no less than 730 ppm
TEST PARAMETERS AND WHAT THEY MEAN
Conductivity Conductivity is a measurement of minerals in your furnace water. While it is common to have minerals in water, in excess minerals can cause many problems in hydronic systems including scaling and corrosion.
pH
pH is a measurement of alkalinity (hard or soft water). For outdoor furnace water and the water treatment used in outdoor furnaces, it is better to have your water a little harder than softer (recommended pH range is 8.5-10) as the active ingredients in the water treatment neutralize harder water easier than softer water.
Nitrites
Nitrites tested for are a measurement of how much water treatment is in the water. Nitrites measured are active units of water treatment available to neutralize harmful elements in your furnace water. Nitrites also act to neutralize harmful bacteria that may build-up in the furnace water over time.
Glycol
Inhibited glycol provides anti-corrosion elements and freeze protection for outdoor furnaces and is compatible with Outdoor Furnace Water Treatment. Because outdoor furnaces are open to the atmosphere systems and will have fresh water added occasionally, oxygen is always entering the system and will break down the glycol over time to create glycolic acid which will harm your furnace system. When this happens you will be required to drain and flush your furnace system. It is always suggested to use 100% virgin glycol instead of recycled glycol as it will break down much sooner and create glycolic acid.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read and understand all precautions before operating the furnace. This furnace needs a periodic inspection for proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this furnace in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual. Save these instructions. Retain this manual as long as you own your G Series outdoor furnace. Carefully read and follow these directions.
DANGER
Do not start the fire with or burn garbage, gasoline, naphtha, engine oil or other inappropriate materials. Only competent persons with a sound understanding of this heating method that are qualified and trained should operate this furnace. Improper firing could result in personal injury and/or damage to the unit and void warranty.
ATTENTION
· USE APPROVED FUELS ONLY! · The person(s) operating this furnace, must operate it in a
way that will comply with all applicable local and state laws, and or other requirements.
· The person(s) operating this furnace is responsible to run
it in such a way so that it does not cause a public or private nuisance.
· DO NOT OVER FIRE THIS HEATER. Attempts to achieve
heat output rates that exceed the heater design specifications can result in permanent damage to the heater.
WARNING
· All installations and operations of your furnace must
follow state, provincial, and local laws pertaining to operations, wiring, plumbing and building codes.
· All models operate at atmospheric pressure. DO NOT
obstruct, block or plug the rooftop overflow vent tube in any way.
· When installing the furnace, the chimney should never be
connected to a chimney flue serving another appliance.

· DO NOT operate furnace in event of power failure. Use
caution when opening the firebox and ash cleaning doors. Push the by-pass handle towards the back of the furnace and slowly crack the door open for at least 20 seconds before fully opening the door.
· DO NOT use chemicals or fluids to start the fire.
Risk of Fire:
· DO NOT operate with fuel loading or ash removal doors
open.
· DO NOT store fuel or other combustible material within
marked installation clearances.
· Inspect and clean flues and chimney regularly. · This appliance should not be installed in a location
where a corrosive atmosphere, flammable gas or vapour, combustible dust or combustible fibers may be present. If flammables are present in the building, ensure ducts, vents and doorways between the rooms are sealed so as to not allow vapours or fibers to travel to the appliance.
CAUTION
· DO NOT start or operate this furnace without confirming
adequate heating fluid level.
· The furnace must be filled until heating fluid comes out
the vent pipe on top of the furnace.
· Check for buried cables and utility lines before digging the
trench to your furnace.
· For safety and proper temperature control keep all doors
closed during operation.
· Hot Surfaces: Keep children away. Do not touch during
operation.
ATTENTION: DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.

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FURNACE INSTALLATION GUIDE
Installation should be performed by a qualified installer and must comply with all requirements of the agency having jurisdiction.

G4000

Heat Output Range

16,500 – 110,000 btu/hr

Furnace Size* (L” x W” x H”)

59 x 41 x 81

Furnace Weight

1448 lbs

Firebox Size (D” x W” x H”)

23 x 22 x 29

Firebox Volume

8.5 ft3

Chimney Size

6″

Water Capacity

116 USG

8 Hour Average Efficiency Using HHV

92.9%

Annual Efficiency Rating Using HHV 89.5%

8 Hour Burn Rating
*Height to top of lift hook

68,025 BTU/hour

G7000
29,400 – 210,000 69 x 50 x 84.5 2035 lbs 29 x 29 x 33.5 16.3 ft3 6″ 234 USG
86.9%
80.7% 129,866 BTU/hour

G10000
42,000 – 300,000 81 x 50 x 84.5 2484 lbs 42 x 29 x 33.5 23.6 ft3 6″ 274 USG
89.24%
88% 194,946 BTU/hour

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY Certified to comply with the 2020 particulate emission standards. Annual Efficiency rating is calculated using the weighted average test results from the emission test reports for each model.

Efficiency is determined by dividing the total input using the heating value of wood (8600BTU/lb) by the actual heat delivered

by the furnace.

LOCATION

· Do not store combustible fuels in the same room as the

Where you install the furnace will have an effect on the efficiency of your furnace. Although the furnace is very well insulated, installing the furnace outdoors will mean some heat loss at the furnace. The furnace will have less heat loss when installed indoors away from the elements that can cause heat loss.

furnace.
· Pile and store wood under shelter. · For indoor installations where fans are used in the fuel
storage area, they should be installed so as to not create any negative pressure in the room where your furnace is burning.

· Maintain an adequate clearance of buildings and
combustibles.

· Contact all governing authorities in your area prior to
installation.

· Do not place or store wood within stove installation

· When choosing the location of your furnace you should

clearances or within the space required for charging and ash removal.

consider prevailing wind direction, distance from home and wood storage for refueling.

· Give consideration to any effect on your neighbors.

CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

Whether installing your G SERIES furnace inside a building Minimum Clearance to Combustibles

or outside, the following clearances to combustibles must always be followed or damage and personal injury may result.
DO NOT STORE COMBUSTIBLE FUELS IN THE SAME SPACE AS THE FURNACE IF INSTALLED INDOORS.

Furnace Roof to Ceiling (Indoor Installations) Side Walls & Rear Front (Loading door)

6″
6″ 24″
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FURNACE FOUNDATION

· Footprint dimensions are shown below. · Inspect the ground conditions where you intend to install
your furnace.
· A cement pad of 4-6″ thickness should be used. Cement
pads should be a little bigger than the actual furnace. You can also include a 4′ extra length front and back so you have a solid working area.
· The furnace can also be placed on 4 cement blocks

not less than 6″ wide x 10″ long and 3″ thick. Place your blocks so the legs will stand at the center of the blocks.
· The furnace may be installed on a combustible floor
provided a noncombustible material such as metal or masonry liner is used in the following areas: — Underneath the furnace. — At least 16″ in front of the furnace and 8″ on each side of the firebox and lower combustion chamber doors.

TRENCH
HeatMaster Furnaces Inc. recommends the trench to be 24″ to 36″ deep, and wide enough to install your water lines. If possible, have a gradual slope in your trench to allow drainage away from your lines and out the trench bottom.
Place a properly rated electrical supply cable at the bottom of the trench and cover with 6 inches of dirt. Install burial rated Cat5 or Cat6 cable or a conduit to allow networking to be set up with the furnace.
Use an underground insulated pipe product like Rhinoflex, available from HeatMasterSS, for your best value and longest lasting underground pipe.
NOTE: If you are installing your water lines under an area where vehicles will cross, you should increase the depth of the trench and use a schedule pipe over your lines to reduce the pressure generated on the lines.
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INDOOR INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of fire, follow all local codes and these installation instructions carefully. A fire may be caused by the following:
· Improper installation. · Storing flammables in the same room as the furnace or
wood fuel.
· Not carefully cleaning ash and embers from around the
furnace area after loading or cleaning.
ATTENTION: When installing the furnace in a building, always make sure that smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are properly installed in the same area as the furnace. Outside combustion air may be necessary if:
· The furnace does not draw steady, smells, rolls out
smoke, is burning poorly or back-drafts or if any of these symptoms are alleviated by opening a window.
· The building is equipped with a well-sealed vapor barrier
and tight-fitting windows and/or has any powered devices that exhaust house air.
· There is excessive condensation on windows in the
winter.
· A ventilation system is installed in the building.
Chimney
Note: Incorrect chimney installation will void the warranty.
The chimney on your G Series furnace is a stainless steel chimney. When installing the furnace, the chimney should never be connected to a chimney flue serving another appliance. Make sure the chimney, flue pipe, and draft

inducer fan stay clean and in good condition at all times.
The top of the chimney must extend at least 3.0 feet above the highest point where it exits the roof and be at least 2.0 feet taller than any point of the roof within 10.0 feet. For a new chimney, use an insulated stainless steel system that conforms to type HT (High Temperature) requirements of UL 103 and ULC-S629 and complies with the requirements of Chapter 11 of NFPA 211, Standard for chimneys, fireplaces, vents and solid fuel burning appliances in the USA or CSA B365 installation code for solid fuel burning appliances and equipment in Canada.
The recommended chimney and collar adapters are listed below.

Furnace Chimney Size

G4000

6″

G7000

6″

G10000

6″

This is a draft induced furnace but it is important that the chimney has a good draft to further eliminate any smoke issues.
Note: Using a smaller chimney may cause smoke issues and using larger chimney may negatively affect furnace performance.
ATTENTION: CLEANING OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER, FLUE PIPE, CHIMNEY AND DRAFT INDUCER ARE ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE HEATING SEASON TO MINIMIZE CORROSION DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS CAUSED BY ACCUMULATED ASH.

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CHIMNEY INSTALLATION

ATTENTION: Before installing, check with local building codes for information regarding chimney height and distances to adjacent buildings, etc. You may need to obtain a building permit for the installation of this appliance or the chimney.

We recommend that chimneys being installed on our products be installed by professionals who are certified in the USA by NFI (National Fireplace Institute) or in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technology Transfer).

Draft problems may occur because of incorrect chimney installation.

IMPORTANT: The furnace room must never be in a negative pressure condition. Negative pressure could result in smoke in the room.

Make sure to follow these simple rules below to ensure proper performance and safety:

· The chimney must be connected using a double wall

stainless steel chimney and connector.

· Use only components intended for the brand and model

of chimney you are using. Never substitute parts from

other chimney brands or fabricate your own components.
· To be safe and effective, the chimney must be installed

exactly in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

· Use a direct exit whenever possible. A vertical exit with

no elbows is always the safest and most trouble-free

installation.

· Maximum chimney installation height is 15 ft. Any height

longer than 15 ft. must be approved by HeatmasterSS

office.

· Maximum horizontal installation from the furnace to the

exhaust exit is 3 ft.
· Maximum 8 ft run from elbow to elbow, but keep as short

as possible.

· Never use an elbow with a greater than 30-degree bend.

45-degree elbows and tees cannot be used.

· Elbows should never be installed in floor joists or roof
attic entries.

· Shields should be used whenever going through floors,
attics, and roofs tokeep the wood and insulation from

getting too hot and possibly catching fire.

· Make sure to follow local building codes.
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A chimney connector is the double-wall or single-wall pipe that connects the furnace to the chimney. Chimney connectors are used only to make the connection from the stove to the chimney. They will only be used for installations where chimney extensions are used. For all other installations, the factory provided chimney can be used. Double-wall connectors approved for use with solid-fuel burning appliances must be used. Information on assembling and installing double-wall connectors and chimneys is provided by the manufacturer and must be followed. Use chimneys and connectors from the same manufacturer as it helps make the assembly and installation easy.
Note: When installing a chimney through a roof, telescoping chimneys can be used to simplify the installation and eliminate the need to cut individual connector sections.
Consult your local dealer about these special pieces.
Roof Penetrations and Clearances
The basic rule is this: The top of the chimney must clear the roof penetration point (the upper edge) by at least 3-feet and must clear anything within a 10-foot radius by at least 2-feet. This includes the peak of the house, parapet, dormer, chimney, or spire. See (figure 1).
If the chimney terminates beyond 10 feet from the ridge of the roof, it must clear the upper penetration of the roof by 3-feet. Notice that the flue still terminates 2-feet above the roof at the 10-foot perimeter.

10 ft. (3 m) or less

Ridge

2 ft. (0.6 m) minimum

3 ft. (0.9 m) minimum

Ridge

Chimney

More than 10 ft. (3 m)
10 ft. (3 m)
2 ft. (0.6 m) minimum

Height above any roof surface with 10 ft. (3 m) horizontally
3 ft. (0.9 m) minimum

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Combustion Air
Fireplaces, other furnaces, clothes dryers, exhaust fans, and other appliances all draw air from the room in which they are located. Your G Series furnace adds to that draw, making it important to ensure there is an adequate source of fresh air to offset these demands. Otherwise, a negative pressure may be created in the room and starve combustion in the furnace. 1. Determine the volume of space (cubic feet) in the room. Include in the calculation adjacent rooms and areas not closed off by doors. Volume (CF) = Length (ft) x Width (ft) x Height (ft).
2. Determine the air input requirements of all appliances in the space. Add the BTU output of all appliances and round the total to the nearest 1000 BTU per hour.
3. Determine whether the space is confined’ orunconfined’ by dividing the total volume of the room by the total input requirements for all appliances in the room.
a. If the result is equal to or greater than 50 CF/1000 BTU per hour, then consider the space unconfined’. b. If the result is less than 50 CF/1000 BTU per hour, then consider the space confined’.
4. For an unconfined’ space in a conventionally constructed building, the fresh air infiltration through cracks around windows and doors NORMALLY provides adequate air for combustion and ventilation, and therefore no additional make-up air is required. 5\. For aconfined’ space or an `unconfined’ space in a building with unusually tight construction, an additional source of make-up air is required. Please consult an HVAC professional to determine the best way to supply make- up air for this type of installation.
WIRING AND HYDRONIC LINES
· All wiring must conform to local codes. · Use an electrical wire (rated and approved) for
underground installations. This wiring can be placed in the same trench below the water lines. A qualified technician must perform the electrical portion of the installation.
· See Page 28 for the furnace wiring diagrams.

Furnace Connection
· Connections to the furnace are clearly marked. · Return (from the house) are the top ports. · Supply (to the house) are the bottom ports. · The installation of isolation valves at both ends of the
pump is recommended as well as a valve at the return line. This will allow you to shut off the water supply if repairs or additional heating components are added to the system.
· Your main power is connected to the junction box at
the back of the furnace and should be connected by a qualified technician.

Power Requirements Power Supply Max Breaker Running Load Max Accessory Load

120V 1PH 60 HZ 15 AMP 2.5 Amps 9.5 Amps

Building Connections
It is important to have a hole large enough to accommodate the water lines, insulation, and a protective sleeve through the wall. Attention to sealing this point on both sides is also important
Re-Circulation Pump
Your G Series furnace comes factory equipped with a recirculation pump, maximizing the heat storage in your furnace and supplying even temperatures and flow throughout the tank.
ATTENTION: This pump should only be plugged in after your furnace has been filled with your heating fluid.

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The pump should be plugged in and recirculation loop valves open whenever the furnace is in use. Under no circumstances should this pump or piping be used to service distribution piping to buildings. The outlets provided for distribution should be connected to separate pumps and piping properly sized for their respective heat load requirements. The circulation pump has three speeds and should be set according to the model of the furnace.
G4000 – Speed #2,
G7000 – Speed #3,
G10000 – Speed #3.
Underground Hydronic Lines
Rhinoflex pipe by HeatmasterSS is your best value for long lasting underground pipe with the most efficient insulation used in insulated pipe resulting in minimal heat loss between your furnace and building. Contact your local dealer to purchase. Hydronic lines (hot water heating lines), whenever buried or encased in cement should not be spliced. Take the necessary steps to ensure they stay dry. This ensures that minimal heat loss occurs. Supply and return piping should be sized according to the flow and pressure drop required by each building. Piping should have a minimum rating of 100 PSI at 180 F. Hint: To easily identify supply and return lines, Rhinoflex Insulated pipe includes one pipe with a black stripe and one pipe blank.
Interior Connections
You may require either a water-to-water (tube and shell or plate) or a water- to-air exchanger (rad) to transfer heat energy from the hot water your furnace has produced. Your plumber or dealer can design and install a system to best fit your needs. The following are examples of basic interior connections. Your dealer carries the necessary parts for installation.
It is important to note that when installing your piping system in your building that you should avoid installation methods that cause too great a restriction in the piping system. Examples of this are reducing pipe size, and an excessive amount of joints and elbows, etc.
It’s important to design your system in a way, that allows the water returning to your furnace to remain above 130°F
It is also important to install air bleed valves at high points in the system to avoid an air lock, especially if these 11 points are higher than the furnace. Airlocks can restrict

system flow limiting the BTU’s available to your building. This may also lead to your furnace overheating and cause temperature swings in the water feeding the house.
DISCLAIMER: The following information in the interior connections are examples and suggestions only. When installing a furnace and its parts it is best to consult your local dealer or a qualified technician.
Water-To-Water Heat Exchangers
To maintain pressure in an existing boiler system while using an outdoor furnace, a water-to-water heat exchanger is used. The water-to-water exchanger is installed inline on the return side of the existing pressurized boiler system.
Flat Plate Exchanger for Pressurized Boiler Systems
Flat plate exchangers are used with pressurized systems such as boilers. The flat plate transfers heat in to the water in the boiler return line pressurized system while keeping the two systems separate. Because an outdoor furnace is an open system (not pressurized) and the system tied in to this type of application is pressurized, it allows both systems to stay the same while being operational. The water supplied by the outdoor furnace will heat the water in the pressurized system while the present heat source in the pressurized system (such as a boiler) can be used as a backup heat source in case of an emergency or need for additional heat. When connecting the furnace to an existing pressurized boiler system:
· The furnace must not be installed so that it interferes with
normal heat delivery of the existing boiler system.
· The furnace must be installed without affecting the
operation of the electrical and mechanical safety controls of the original boiler.
· The furnace must provide for a changeover from one fuel
to the other without requiring manual adjustment of any controls or components other than the thermostats.
· The furnace must have provisions for preventing, or
adequate water capacity within the boiler to prevent damage from loss of circulation due to electrical power failure.
· The furnace must be installed without changing the
function of the controls or rewiring the original boiler. A wiring interconnection is permitted. The electrical system of both boilers shall be powered from a single branch circuit without exceptions.

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Boiler Safety
· Operate the boiler periodically to ensure that it will operate
satisfactorily when needed.
· Do not relocate or bypass any of the safety controls in the
original boiler installation.
· The operation of the boiler must be verified for acceptable
operation before and after installation of the add-on appliance by a gas fitter who is recognized by the regulatory authority.
· Do not connect to any chimney or vent serving a gas
appliance.

Forced Air Furnace (Water-To-Air Exchanger)
The water-to-air heat exchanger must be mounted so that air blows through the fins (coils). The exchanger should be mounted below the A/C coil if possible. The exchanger should be sized to fit existing duct-work and should produce about as many BTU’s as the existing heat source. An exchanger that produces too many BTU’s will result in uneven heat and the fan stopping too quickly while a heat exchanger that is undersized will not produce the necessary BTU’s. The heat exchanger can also be placed into the cold air portion of the duct-work but it is not recommended because some furnaces have an overheat shut off if the fan overheats as a result of blowing hot air instead of cold air.
It is important that the warm-air supply-duct system is constructed of metal in accordance with NFPA 90B-1993, 2-1.1. If the outlet-air temperature of a central furnace exceeds 250 degrees F (121 degrees C) when it is tested in accordance with the requirements for simultaneous firing in 56.4.1 and 56.4.2 of the standard. It is also important that the plenums installed to the furnaces are constructed of metal in accordance with NFPA 90B-1993, 2-1.3.

Overhead fan coil installation example

Installation should comply with requirements of CAN/ CSA-B365, and changes to the installation should comply with CSA-B139 (for oil-fired boilers), C22.1 (for electric boilers), or CAN/CSA B149.2 (for gas-fired boilers).
DOMESTIC HOT WATER
Flat plate exchanger systems used to pre-heat domestic water tanks are generally more reactive to hot water demands then tube and shell systems. However, tube and shell exchangers hold up better when hard water is present.

Example of hookup for a forced air furnace and hot water.

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EZ CLEAN HANDLE
CONTROL PANEL SMOKELESS LOADING HANDLE

WATER LEVEL FLOAT FIREBOX DOOR COMBUSTION CHAMBER

DRAFT INDUCER FAN
TOP AIR CONTROL DAMPER
RECIRCULATION PUMP

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COLD WATER RETURN INLETS
PUMP PLUG IN MAIN POWER SWITCH LEAD IN POWER BOX
HOT WATER SUPPLY OUTLETS
BOTTOM AIR CONTROL DAMPER
FURNACE DRAIN VALVE

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OPERATING THE FURNACE

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Filling the Furnace With Water
Your furnace has a vent pipe that protrudes through the roof which is used to fill the furnace with water.
CAUTION: Do not fire the furnace until it is filled with water. Allow the furnace to run for 2 days and check the system water levels and fittings for leaks. Take your initial water sample at this time and be sure that it is sent in for testing.

Filling the furnace with the inline valve pushes all the air towards the furnace and out of the vent. Because this furnace is an open system it is normal that water will have to be added annually, depending on the circumstances (6 to 10 gallons is not unusual). Hint: If any part of the system is higher than the furnace a bleeder valve should be used to make sure all air is removed.

IMPORTANT: To properly maintain your furnace, test your water every year. Water treatment may need to be added or your furnace may need to be drained and flushed and water treatment added. For information on acquiring this product refer to your local dealer.
Hint: It is rec ommended that a fill valve is installed inline in the building you’re heating with a shut-off valve and oneway check valve (Check local codes for proper installation) to prevent back-flow.

ATTENTION: Your water level will rise as the temperature of the water rises and fall as the water temperature falls. If your water level falls to a low level, first check your water temperature before filling with water again.

Firing the furnace
These furnaces have been specifically designed to burn wood and as such are not intended for burning any other fuels such as rubber, material treated with petroleum products, leaves, paper products, cardboard, plastic or garbage. Burning these fuels in your furnace will result in the warranty of the furnace being voided.
BURN WOOD ONLY: Load carefully or damage may result. On starting an initial fire, use kindling wood and paper, if required. Add heavier fuel gradually until a suitable fire is achieved. The furnace will continue to feed an air supply to the fire until your temperature control reaches set point.
TIP: Develop and keep a bed of ashes in the firebox to keep coals lit during periods of idle. It is common for the fire to go out during idle when first fired in the fall. The ashes will help to insulate the coals and keep them lit.

Note: Your furnace is equipped with a low temperature cut off feature. Anytime the water temperature drops below 140 F, (including your first initial firing of the furnace), you will need to activate the low-temperature bypass function. The silver button (labeled Cold Start) is located on the control panel. When pushed, the furnace will allow the fan to turn on to start your fire.
ATTENTION: On the initial startup, the water jacket will reach what is called the “dew point”. This causes sweating inside the firebox which may last a couple of days and is normal.

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WOOD QUALITY
This furnace is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and lower emissions generally result when burning air-dried seasoned hardwoods (15-25% moisture content) as compared to softwoods or too green and freshly cut hardwoods.
DO NOT BURN:
1. Garbage. 2. Lawn clippings or yard waste. 3. Materials containing rubber (including tires). 4. Materials containing plastic. 5. Waste petroleum products, paints or paint thinners
and asphalt products. 6. Materials containing asbestos. 7. Construction or demolition debris. 8. Railroad ties or pressure-treated wood. 9. Manure or animal remains. 10. Salt-water driftwood or other previously salt water
saturated materials. 11. Unseasoned materials. 12. Paper products, cardboard, plywood or
particleboard.

Keep in mind the diameter of the wood you use. Using wood that is no larger in diameter than 6″ will give you a better, more even burn. For anything over 6″ diameter it may be best to split the log. Smaller, split wood will season faster, burn better and will be easier to load and stack into the firebox.
Using a moisture meter to test your wood You can use a moisture meter to test how wet your wood is. Your G-Series furnace came with a moisture meter. Take a piece of firewood, split it and check the moisture on a freshly split surface. The moisture meter pins should be pressed into the grains of the wood, parallel to the wood grains. Make sure to take at least 2-3 readings from different points of the wood.
Storing wood
Store your wood pile under an open-ended shelter to avoid rain and snow buildup on the pile. Keeping 3 sides open will allow the sun and wind to season the wood. Do not keep the wood in a woodshed or under a tarp during the summer as the moisture that evaporates from the wood will have nowhere to go.

The prohibition against burning these materials does not prohibit the use of fire starters made from paper, cardboard, saw-dust, and similar substances for the purpose of starting a fire in an affected wood heater.
Burning these materials may result in a release of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause smoke. Typically it takes at least 12 months to properly season wood. Seasoned wood looks dark or gray when compared to green wood – but if you split a piece of seasoned wood – it’s WHITE on the inside. It has cracks running through each piece, and a lot of little cracks on the inner rings. Unseasoned wood has a wet, fresh looking center, with lighter wood near the edges or ends which have been exposed since cutting. When firewood is very fresh, the bark will be tightly attached.

Typical moisture meter

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LOADING THE FURNACE – SMOKELESS LOADING HANDLE
WARNING: Risk of fire flashback. Follow these instructions carefully or personal injury may result.
It is always best to load your furnace when it is low on wood. DO NOT open the firebox door within 15 minutes of the furnace reaching temperature or when the firebox is full of wood. To reduce condensation and creosote formation, load only enough wood to last 12-16 hours.
Before opening any door to the furnace:
1. Push the Smokeless Loading Handle towards the back of the furnace. This will open the smoke bypass so no smoke or flame exits the firebox door when you open it.
2. Crack the firebox door open to the safety catch for at least 15 seconds to allow smoke to exit the chimney and prevent blow-back.
3. Open the door slowly while standing behind the door. 4. Use your ash rake to knock charred wood down and level
the coal bed.
Hint: If there is a minimal coal bed left, use the ash rake to rake through the ash bed to stir up the hot coals underneath the surface. Lay small pieces of wood on top of the coals before loading larger pieces of wood.
5. Make sure the air slot in the refractory brick is clear. 6. Load wood carefully using the information and diagram on
page 17. 7. Close the firebox door. 8. Close the smoke bypass by pulling the Smokeless Loading
Handle over center all the way to the front of the furnace to the closed position.

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OPERATING A GASIFICATION FURNACE REQUIRES:
1. Use Seasoned Wood: It is always recommended to use dry seasoned wood (15-25% moisture, seasoned 1-2 years) when operating a gasification furnace with a minimal mix of green wood. If required to burn green or wet wood, always mix with a higher ratio of dry or seasoned wood.
2. Stacking: Using the illustration to the right, stack your primary wood on the coal bed in the firebox so that as the wood gasifies and burns, the wood above it falls on top of the coal bed at the bottom of the firebox to continue the gasification process. Neatly stack your wood side to side, across the burn slot. This promotes good airflow throughout the wood pile and helps reduce bridging as the wood burns. Reload your furnace before the wood falls below the bottom of the door frame.Throwing wood into the firebox in a disorganized manner causes bridging and poor combustion.
3. Log Sizing: For ideal operation, log sizing should not exceed 6″ in diameter. Exceeding the recommended sizing may result in doming (which only allows for the bottom and/or inside core of the log to burn) or bridging (the wood “hangs up” in the firebox and separates from the coal bed). Pieces of wood larger than 6″ should be split into smaller size pieces for use in gasification furnaces.
Improper wood sizing, stacking, or excessive moisture content in the wood may result in the fire going out, improper burning, and extensive creosote buildup not allowing for efficient burning of the wood and eventual furnace malfunction.
For more information on wood quality, follow these links:
EPA’s Burnwise Program – http://www.epa.gov/burnwise
How to Use a Moisture Meter (Video) –

Split, Stack, Cover and Store (Video) –

WARNING: Risk of fire:
· Do not operate with fuel loading or ash removal doors open. · Do not store fuel or other combustible material within marked
installation clearance.
· Inspect and clean flues and chimney regularly.
· Remove ashes regularly.
CAUTION: Hot surfaces. Keep children away and do not touch
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CONTROLS AND SAFETY DEVICES
This wood furnace has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulation to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.
The control on this furnace will self regulate, operating the air controls regardless of the required burn rate.
Furnace Control
Your HeatMasterSS G Series furnace uses a factory programmed control to maintain your water temperature by using air damper controls and draft inducer fan. The control is located around the corner to the left of the firebox door and requires no user programming or changes. The control displays the water temperature in your furnace, the air damper postions, and any active alarms.
Note: A timer has been programmed into the control to fire the furnace for 3 minutes after 90 minutes of idling and for 3 minutes every 30 minutes after that. This timer will help to keep your coal bed lit during idle periods. The timer settings can be adjusted. See the timer settings section.
Top/Bottom Air Dampers
The damper air percentage is the amount of air being drawn through the furnace to fuel the fire. This feature keeps your furnace burning clean and hot while keeping your water temperature in the preferred range. The dampers are located in the rear cabinet and are mechanical parts that open or close the air injection ports.
Draft Inducer
The draft inducer fan is located at the rear of the furnace on the top and is used to draw air from the air dampers through the furnace. The fan should be on whenever the furnace is in a heating cycle or when the smoke bypass is open.

Smokeless Loading Handle
Use the Smokeless Loading Handle whenever the firebox loading door is open. The bypass handle is located on the side of the furnace and opens a direct exit out of the firebox through the chimney whenever pushed towards the rear of the furnace. This will allow you to check your firebox, fuel and load your furnace without smoke blowing out of the firebox loading door.
Note: Be sure to close the bypass once you have finished loading the furnace and closed the firebox door. The control has a timer that will shut the furnace down if the bypass has been open for 5 minutes.
CAUTION: Do not open any door before opening the Smokeless Loading Handle. Damage to the furnace and personal injury may result.
High Limit Switch
The high limit cut off switch is used to ensure the furnace does not cause damage via runaway fire. It acts as a safety switch by cutting power off to the fan if the water temperature rises above 195 degrees F. If the high limit switch trips, it will have to cool off to approximately 160 F before turning on again.
Alarm LED Light
The LED alarm light is located on the front left corner of the furnace and will blink red if the furnace smoke bypass is open, the furnace is low on water or if the water temperature is too low or too high. It is intended to warn the user of potential problems.
Cold Start Button
The button is located on the control panel in the top right corner. Press the button to bypass the low-temperature function of the control to fire the furnace from a cold start (First firing the furnace or when the water temperature has gone low).
The “Cold Start” button can also be used to manually start a heat cycle as long as the temperature is below the “Set Water Temp” temperature. To start a manual heat cycle press and hold the “Cold Start” button for 3 seconds.

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FURNACE CONTROL

COLD START BUTTON

ALARM LED LIGHT

FAN BREAKER FURNACE ON/OFF SWITCH

SMOKELESS LOADING HANDLE

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HOW THE G SERIES GASIFICATION OUTDOOR FURNACE WORKS
HeatMasterSS is proud of its reputation for producing innovative outdoor heating methods and our G Series outdoor furnaces are continuing that trend. They operate more efficiently with fewer emissions than other outdoor furnaces. The HeatMasterSS G Series wood furnaces use up to 50% less wood to create the same heat.
How It Works
Wood gas is generated in a high-temperature reaction (>700º F) between the wood and a limited amount of oxygen. The heat and lack of oxygen “bakes” the wood, causing the gases in the wood to release in the form of carbon monoxide, hydrogen and carbon dioxide .

The wood gas mixture that is created in the firebox is then drawn through the base of the fire along with any ash that would come with it and is burned at temperatures around 2000° F in the gasification chamber. This creates a very hot, very clean burn helping you get the most out of your fuel. After the gas is burned, heat is extracted to the water jacket using the heat exchange tubes.
Normal exhaust temperatures are 200-300°F. The most notable indicator of effective gasification is the lack of smoke exiting the chimney. However, often you will see white exhaust that dissipates quickly, which is steam from the wood in the firebox.
The gasification process creates longer burn times and can reduce wood consumption as much as 50% compared to a standard outdoor furnace.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

To obtain the high level of performance of your furnace, certain maintenance procedures are required periodically.
On a Daily Basis:
· Ensure that all doors are closed and sealing properly.
Adjust if necessary.
· Check for creosote buildup in the firebox and lower
combustion chamber. Some creosote buildup along the walls, door jamb, and firebox door is normal.
· Check water level. · Clean heat exchange tubes by aggressively pushing and
pulling the lever back and forth at least 5 times.
· Check to make sure the fan and controls are functioning
properly. The fan should turn on when the furnace calls for heat. The control display should be functional and keep the water temperature within the cut-in and cut-out settings you have the control set to.
· Check for embers or ashes laying on the ground around
the furnace and dispose of them.
· Make sure all covers and guards are in place securely. · Make sure the Smokeless Loading Handle is closed. The
handle should be angled towards the front of the furnace.
On a Weekly Basis:
WARNING: Always keep the firebox door open when opening the lower combustion chamber door. Using the service tools supplied, remove ash from the lower combustion refractory tubes, side, and rear chambers. Dispose of ashes in a metal container away from the stove and wood pile.
See Cleaning Tools on page 22.
On a monthly basis:
· Inspect air inlet for creosote build up or blockage. · Depending on the type and quality of wood being used,
ash removal from the firebox may be necessary. For optimal performance, the ash bed in the firebox should not exceed 6-8″. If you are burning a wood fuel that leaves quite a bit of ash you may need to clean your firebox out every 2-4 weeks to get optimal performance.

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· Check the fan motor and wheel for creosote buildup. The
motor and wheel can be easily removed by unplugging the wires to the fan and loosen the nuts on the stainless steel plate.
On a seasonal basis when the furnace is not in use, you will have to:
· Remove all ashes and excess creosote from the firebox,
lower combustion chamber, heat exchange tubes and chimney.
· Check all gasket seals to make sure they are sealing. To
replace, remove the old seal and residue from the door, scuff the surface where the seal is placed with sandpaper and re-apply high temp silicone. Lay fiberglass rope over silicone and let bond for at least 24 hours before using the furnace again.
· Cover the chimney and crack open the bottom door
enough to allow air movement and reduction of condensation within the firebox.
· Make sure your water tank is full and have your water
treatment tested and adjusted to manufacturer’s specifications. See page 4 for exact specifications.
· If necessary adjust the hinges on each side of the doors
to maintain a good seal.
Other maintenance:
· All covers and guards must be in place at all times, except
for maintenance or service.
· Care for the exterior of your furnace is minimal. · The user must wash and remove ash and creosote
regularly.
· Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-
fitting lid. The closed container should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground well away from all combustible materials before final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
· HeatMasterSS carries a full line of parts for your furnace
including pumps, fittings and heat exchangers. For more information on our parts, please contact your local HeatMasterSS dealer.

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Creosote – Formation, and Need for Removal:
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney and chimney connector should be inspected at least twice a month during the heating season to

determine if a creosote buildup has occurred. If creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.
CAUTION: Make certain that all electrical power to the furnace and components is shut off. It can be washed using water and a mild nonabrasive cleaner suitable for painted surfaces.
ATTENTION: Avoid direct water pressure

CLEANING YOUR FURNACE

CLEANING TOOLS

Tool #1
· Has a round edge that is meant to be used to clean out
the round ports (A) in the refractory.
· The straight edge can be used as a general scraping and
cleaning edge.
· This tool is also good for your daily wood poking and fire
management tool.
Tool #2
· This tool is to be used to pull ash out from the area to the
right of the bottom refractory (B). This tool allows you to reach to the back and behind the refractory to pull out ash.
Tool #3
· This tool is meant to be used, to get a better handle on
the Refractory plug and thread out this plug. WARNING. Threading out this plug should only be done after the furnace has been allowed to cool down.

A B

Tool #1

Tool #2

Refractory Plug

Tool #3

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING TO ENSURE PROPER BURNING & AIR FLOW
If your furnace is showing signs of poor combustion such as smoking while burning, little to no exhaust coming from the chimney, longer than normal heating cycles, or there is a general concern of functionality, use these step by step instructions to assist in troubleshooting.
· Is the control calling for heat? Status = Heating Cycle/
Cold Start Mode. See the Control Settings section of this manual.
· Is the draft fan running in the rear cabinet? If not, consult
the Draft Fan troubleshooting section in this manual.
· In the rear cabinet, inspect the top and bottom air
dampers to ensure they are opening and closing as indicated by the control. If not, refer to the actuator troubleshooting section.
· Use a light piece of paper (like receipt paper) and hold
it up to the openings in the damper plates. The paper should be drawn to the openings. If it is not, there is an airflow issue in the furnace.
· Remove the top and bottom air box covers and inspect
for blockage. Use receipt paper to check for air flow in the top and bottom air ducts. If there is not a visible blockage but there is not adequate airflow in the ducts inspect the air channels within the firebox.
· Make sure the ash bed is not so high as to block air holes
in the panels on the sides of the firebox.
· Make sure the holes in the air channels are clear. If
necessary, remove, clean, and replace the air channels. Inspect the burn slot in the firebox floor. Remove any blockage that may be present.
· Remove the burner plug and inspect the right and left
burn tubes. Clean as necessary. Always replace the burner plug for operation.
· Inspect and clean the areas to the left and rear of the
refractory using the service tools provided with your furnace.
· Remove the flue access cover and inspect that area for
possible blockage. If the area is sticky with creosote,
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inspect the smoke by-pass plate for leakage and adjust as necessary.
· Do the spirals in the heat exchange tubes have full
movement up and down? If not inspect the linkage for damage. Flush the heat exchanger tubes with water to loosen them if necessary.
· Remove and inspect the draft fan. Clean the fan and
housing if there is creosote or other build up present.
· Inspect the chimney for restrictions and clean if
necessary.
More than likely, if there is a problem with the furnace burn or air flow, you will find it by checking these things.
The furnace is running but fails to bring the water temperature up to setpoint:
· Confirm good combustion by following the steps in the
previous section.
· Check if the furnace is properly gasifying by opening the
bottom door to the Lower Combustion chamber. A flame should be visible only for a short time after opening the door and glowing embers should be present. Keep arms, legs, and head at least 3 feet from the opening. Check fuel type. Poor quality fuel will not provide as many BTU’s as high-quality fuel.
· Check water level of the furnace. · Check to ensure all pumps in the system are running. · Is the piping between the furnace and buildings properly
insulated? Has the insulation become wet from groundwater or a leaking pipe or fitting? Wet insulation around the piping will cause significant heat loss to the ground.
· Check the water temperature coming back to the furnace,
this temperature should be above 130° F. If this return temperature is below 130° F there maybe a problem in your building’s heat design.
· Check the temperature of water exiting furnace, entering
the building being heated and before and after each heat exchanger. Large temperature drops signal large consumption of the BTU’s produced by the furnace. If there is a large difference in the water at the top of the tank and the water coming from the supply outlet there is not enough flow in the water tank. (See next topic).

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· If everything is functional, call your dealer.
If the water temp on the control is hot (170-180° F or higher) but the water temp in the supply line is cool:
· Check to be sure the recirculation pump and the building
pumps are operating properly and that the valves in the circulation loop are open to allow flow. The recirculation piping should be hot from top to bottom.
· Check system for flow:
» Check to ensure all pumps in the system are running and none are turned the wrong way.
» Check filter cartridge for flow blockage (if installed). » Check for air in the system at the exchanger by
bleeding off. » Check for closed valves to ensure water flow.
· If no obvious flow issues arise from above system
checks, turn off pumps on each line, close ball valves on the return lines. Remove the return line and turn the pump on again. Dump water in a 5-gallon bucket and time how fast it fills up. You should be able to calculate the flow rate in that line. Do this for each line coming off of the furnace to calculate furnace flow rate.
If the furnace water and the building supply lines are hot but buildings do not have heat:
· Check to ensure all pumps in the system are running. · Check filter cartridge for flow blockage (if installed). · Check for air in the system at the exchanger by bleeding
off.
· Check for closed valves to ensure water flow. Check
Temperature of water exiting the furnace, entering the building being heated and before and after each heat exchanger. Large temperature drops signal large consumption of the BTU’s produced by the furnace.
If the furnace overheats:
· Close all air inlets and doors on the furnace. · Retrieve as much heat as possible from the system
by turning thermostats up and opening windows until furnace cools down.
· Check that all doors are closing properly and that door
gasket is completely sealing.

· Check that the damper plate is opening and closing
properly. It should be completely closed when the furnace temperature is over 180° F.
· Check water level. · Check to ensure all pumps in the system are running.
If there is a runaway or chimney fire:
· Make sure the firebox and lower combustion chamber
doors are tightly closed.
· Close all combustion air inlets on the furnace.
If the furnace has shut down:
· Check to ensure that the unit has power. Is the Main
Power switch in the rear electrical box in the ON position?Is there power at the rear receptacles? Is the rocker switch illuminated? Ensure that the rocker switch on the control panel is in the on position.
· Check the water temperature (furnace has a high
temperature cut off of 190° and turns on again at 140°).
· Check the control screen for errors that may have shut
the furnace down.
· If all checks have not corrected the problem have a
technician check the control panel. If there is a power failure:
· Open all flow-check and zone valves in the system.
Depending on the system design, this may allow convective circulation.
Note: This does not apply to gravity systems, as they have no flow-check valves and will continue to operate normally without electricity.
· It is important to remember that the heating systems
cannot dispose of a great deal of heat without the circulator(s) running. Avoid over-firing! Fire the furnace cautiously until you are able to determine how quickly the heating system is able to absorb the heat being produced by the furnace.
· When the power has returned, reset all flow-check and
zone valves and resume normal operation of the system.
If there is smoke leaking out of the door:
· Check to ensure the door is sealing properly. · If the seal is worn out it will have to be replaced.

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· The door may need to be adjusted. To do this loosen the
door latch bearings and nuts on the door hinge and set the door so it seals tightly against the door jamb. Re-tighten once the door is in place.
If the furnace has an excessive amount of creosote:
· Check to ensure the furnace is sized accurately according
to heat demand. If the furnace is oversized it will idle and cause this.
· Check moisture content in your wood fuel. Moisture content
over 30% may cause creosote buildup. Recommended moisture content in your wood fuel is 1525%.
· Remove the access panel at the rear of the furnace and
inspect the bypass door for smoke leakage.
· If the chimney and/or heat exchange tubes become
plugged with creosote it will be necessary to scrape the

creosote out to obtain a proper burn in the firebox.
You are having to fill the furnace with water mo e than once a week or more than a few gallows of water per week and there is no obvious explanation:
· Check and confirm that the temperature set-point is not
higher than 180 F. Hotter water temperatures will cause increased evaporation. » Check the gaskets on the upper and lower firebox doors. Air leaks in door gaskets will allow continued combustion and potential overheating.
· Check the perimeter of the furnace for water puddles
collecting or dripping from the furnace.
· Check all plumbing in the system to ensure there are no
leaks.
· If these checks have not provided an answer call your
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ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING
Electrical troubleshooting should always be done by a qualified technician.
High Limit Switch:
Alarm High Limit should be displayed on the control screen. Using an electrical testing meter check for power on both poles of the high limit switch. If the furnace temperature is above 195° F. the switch should be OPEN and there should only be power on one side of each switch. 24V DC on the red and 115V AC on the black. If the furnace was over 195° F. and the switch has opened the water will need to cool down to approximately 150° F. before it will close and allow power through once again.
· If the furnace has not overheated (195° F+) but there is
still power on only one side of the switch, the switch is faulty and should be replaced.
· If there is no power on either side of each switch, check
for power at the main power switch at the rear of the furnace.
Control power supply switch:
Using an electrical testing meter check for power on both
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poles of the power supply rocker switch. The switch has power in, neutral, and power out poles. During normal operation, there should be power at the power in and power out poles.
· If there is only power on one of the poles, check to make
sure the switch is in the “on” position.
· If the switch is “on” and there is only power on one pole
the switch is faulty and should be replaced.
· If there is no power on either the power in or the power
out pole check for power at the rear main power switch.
24V DC Power Supply:
· Using an electrical testing meter check for DC voltage at
the OUTPUT terminals.
· If there is 24 volts DC across the terminals and the green
LED on the front is illuminated the power supply is working.
· If there is not 24 volts DC check for 115V AC power on
the INPUT terminals. If there is no power check for power at the control power switch.
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on the OUTPUT terminals, remove the 24V DC terminal strip from the power supply and test for 24V DC on the output pins. If there is not, the power supply is faulty and should be replaced. If there is power on the pins with the terminal strip removed then it is likely that there is a short circuit in the 24V DC wiring. Locate and repair the issue and re-install the terminal strip.
Fan Motor Breaker:
· If the fan motor breaker has tripped check the fan for
proper operation before resetting the breaker. Remove and inspect the fan motor & wheel to confirm it is turning freely.
Siemens LOGO Control: (with display)
· Using an electrical test meter to check for 24V DC power
across the “L+” and “M-” terminals.
· If there is 24V DC power at the terminals but the display
remains blank the control is faulty and should be replaced.
· If there is not 24V DC power at the terminals, check for
power output at the power supply.
Low Water Cut Off Switch:
Check to be sure there is enough water in the tank of the furnace by removing the float assembly and looking in the fill pipe.
· If the water level is low add enough to raise the water level
so the float level shows full.
· If the water level is full and the Low Water Alarm is
flashing on the screen you will need to test the low water switch.
· Use an electrical test meter to check for voltage across
the “M-” and “I1” terminals on the Siemens LOGO control.
· If the low water switch is satisfied (closed) there should be
24V DC.
· If there is no voltage, power off the furnace, remove the
Low Water Switch wiring from the control then check for continuity across the switch.
· If the switch has continuity, re-install the wires in their
original positions and power up the furnace. The Low Water Alarm should disappear from the screen.
· If the switch does not have continuity, drain the furnace
enough so that the water level is below the low water switch. Remove and inspect the switch. If it is dirty it

may be cleaned up, tested and re-installed. If it is faulty it should be replaced.
By-Pass Door Switch:
Test the By-Pass Switch using an electrical test meter. Measure the voltage across the “M-” and “I2” terminals on the Siemens control. There should be 24 VDC when the bypass is in the CLOSED position.
· If there is no power across those terminals, isolate the
switch wiring and perform a continuity test on the switch in the open and closed positions. The circuit should be “open” when the by-pass is OPEN and “closed” when the by-pass is CLOSED
· If this is not the case the switch must be inspected. Check
that the switch is wired to the correct terminals and that the magnet is within 1/2″ of the sensor when the bypass is in the closed position. If this is all working well but there is no continuity across the switch when the By- Pass is CLOSED then the switch is faulty and should be replaced.
Cold Start Button:
The cold start button will override the low temperature shut down feature of this furnace. It should be pressed once to allow the furnace to operate when in a cold start situation.
If the screen is flashing “Low-Temperature Alarm” and the Cold Start Button is depressed, the Furnace Status should change to “Cold Start Mode”. This message will remain until the furnace has heated past it’s programmed cut in temperature and the mode changes to “Heating Cycle”.
If the button is depressed and the “Low-Temperature Alarm” continues, the circuit should be tested using an electrical testing meter. Check for voltage between the “M-” and “I3” terminals on the Siemens control when the button is DEPRESSED. There should be 24V DC across those terminals only when the button is depressed.
· If there is no power present, isolate the switch from the
control and wiring and check for continuity across the switch. There should be continuity only when the button is depressed. If not, the button is faulty and should be replaced.
Damper Actuator:
» Inspect the top and bottom damper plates for proper operation. The target damper position (%) is indicated on the control screen. If the damper plate is not in the
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position targeted by the control inspect the plate for creosote, ice, or other build-up. Loosen and clean the plates if necessary. » To remove the damper plates remove the two actuator mounting bolts. Remove the actuator and the damper plate should slide off the shaft. If the plate is stuck, pry it off and clean as necessary. » The damper plates may be lubricated with a light coating of automatic transmission fluid if necessary. » If the damper plate is not stuck but the actuator will not turn test the electrical at the actuator. » The “mode” selector should be set to mode 3. » Remove the screw in the electrical cover of the actuator. Pull and wiggle gently on the cover to remove it from the actuator. Take care not to damage the electrical pins in the plug.
To test for proper operation the furnace should be powered

on and calling for heat. The display should indicate the target Top and Bottom Air %. In this state, you may test for power across terminals 1 & 2 on the actuator. There should be 24V DC across those terminals.
· If there is no power across terminals 1 & 2 then confirm
there is power at the Siemens control. If there is no power at the control check the power supply (see Power Supply Section). The control signal to the actuator can be tested from terminal 2 to 3. There should be 2-10V DC. The actuator position can be confirmed by testing the DC voltage across terminals 2 and 5 on the actuator. It should be 2 to10V DC depending on the position of the actuator.
» If the damper plate is not stuck and there is power and communication from the control, the damper actuator is faulty and should be replaced. Please consult your local dealer for assistance.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR EDITING CONTROL SETTINGS

To edit temperature, differential, timer and low temperature cut off settings follow these instructions:
· To change control settings press the down arrow
repeatedly until you reach the desired screen.
· To edit the settings on the screen press and hold the “ESC”
key until a black box appears on a variable.
· Use the up/down arrow keys to toggle to different
variables on the screen.
· Press the OK button to adjust the highlighted setting · Use the left/right arrows keys to navigate to the
appropriate character.

· Use the up/down arrow keys to adjust the value of the
character.
Note: The values are always in minutes, seconds, or degrees Fahrenheit and always positive “+”.
· Press the “OK” key to save your changes and adjust other
settings.
· Press the “ESC” key to close the black box and toggle
between screens.
· Press the “UP” arrow repeatedly to return to the run screen.

The following is a breakdown of the information displayed on your control panel.

Furnace Status (run screen)

Furnace Run Time

This screen displays the primary status information at a glance. The 2nd line displays the current status mode of the furnace. Heat Cycle, Idle, Timer Cycle, or Cold Start Mode. Current water temperature, oxygen level, and damper positions are also indicated.

Total Hours displays the accumulated time the furnace has been in a heating cycle. Trip Hours is a resettable hour meter. IE: You might want to reset this trip meter at the start of your heating season to keep track of hours run in a season. Reset the meter by changing the reset option to “on”

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Set Low Temperature Shut Down

Set Water Temp is the temperature at which the furnace will turn off at the end of a heating cycle.
Differential is how many degrees the water will loose before the furnace turns on to reheat the water.

When the furnace water cools below this setpoint, it will assume the firebox is empty and will shut down to conserve heat.

Idle Timer Settings

By-Pass Door Is Open

This timer can be used to keep the coal bed alive during long idle periods. Once the furnace shuts down at the end of the heating cycle the initial timer will start (Factory Set Delay – 1 hour and 30 minutes). Once this Delay time has passed the furnace will start the fan and open the dampers to provide air to the coal bed for the set On Time (3 Minutes and 0 Seconds). After this first cycle the control will run the On Time cycle every Off Time (30 minutes and 0 seconds).

Opening the smoke by-pass will activate the draft fan for a maximum of 5 minutes. If more time is needed the by-pass must be closed and opened again. Operating the smoke by-pass for extended periods of time may over heat the fan motor causing premature failure.

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Top Damper

Bottom Damper

Max Open % – The maximum allowable open position for the primary air intake for normal operation. This is adjusted to optimize amount of combustion air according to the type, size , and moisture content of the fuel. Min Cls % – The minimum allowable position for the primary air intake during normal operation. This is adjusted according to the fuel type, size, and moisture. This setting establishes the lowest possible burn rate of the furnace.

Set o2 % – The target oxygen level in the furnace exhaust. This is set according to fuel quality. Recommended settings range from 4% for premium dry fuel up to 8 % for low quality high moisture fuel. Max Open % – Maximum allowable open position for the secondary air inlet. Typically 100% as this is regulated by the o2 sensor. Min Cls % – The minimum allowable for the secondary air inlet. Off Delay ­ The amount of time the bottom secondary air damper is allowed to remain active after the furnace has cycled off. This helps to reduce emissions in idle.

Control Options

o2 Bypass

o2 Optimize ­ A feature reducing the primary air in the event that o2 level is lower than set point. o2 Limiting ­ A feature reducing the primary air if the o2 level is higher than set point. MAXAIR ­ A feature active during Cold Start Mode that drives the primary air damper to the full open position for faster warm up. Modulation ­ Allows the primary damper to regulate combustion air according to water temperature.

o2 Bypass ­ In the event that your oxygen sensor fails, you can enable this “o2 bypass” option, allowing you to continue using the furnace till the oxygen sensor problem has been resolved. Warning: Do not operate your furnace with this option enabled for extended periods of time

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Alarm ­ Low Temperature Shut Down

The water level sensor is indicating the water level is below the safe operating level in the reservoir. Add water to clear the alarm. Top off the fluid level once the fluid is back up to normal operating temperature.

The water temperature has dropped below the Low Temperature Shut Down setpoint. The furnace shuts down to conserve heat assuming the firebox is empty and needs to be reloaded.

Alarm – By-pass Open Over-time Shut Down

Alarm ­ High Temperature

Opening the smoke by-pass will activate the draft fan for a maximum of 5 minutes. If more time is needed, the by-pass must be closed and opened again. Operating the smoke bypass for extended periods of time may overheat the fan motor causing premature failure.

The high temperature limit switch has been activated (195 F). The furnace will remain off until the water cools to approximately 160 F.

Warning – o2 Bypass

Software Version

Warning, telling you that your furnace has the o2 sensor bypass enabled. Do not operate your furnace with this option enabled for extended periods of time.

The control software version currently installed. Software
updates are periodically released offering improved
function and features. Please contact your dealer for the
latest version available.
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COMBUSTION TUNING BASICS
IMPORTANT Changing these parameters can affect the performance and operation of your furnace adversely. Changing these parameters should only be done under the guidance of your Heatmaster dealer. Make small changes at a time and allow a few days of operation after making a change, observing the furnace to see if you’ve made a positive change.

Suggested starting points for varying wood moisture levels. See the instructions on page 15 to accurately test wood moisture levels.

Factory Defaults Wood Moisture 26-35%

Wood Moisture 15-25%

Wood Moisture less than 15%

Top Damper Max 75% Top Damper Min 50%
o2 Setpoint 6%

Top Damper Max 65% Top Damper Min 40%
o2 Setpoint 4%

Top Damper Max 60% Top Damper Min 40%
o2 Setpoint 6%

Top Damper

Max Open %
Note: When your Furnace Status (first screen) shows the Top Air %, it is showing the percentage of this Max Open %. For example: when you see that the Top Air % on your Furnace Status screen is at 100%, the damper will be open to the 70% that you see/set in this Top Damper screen.

You may benefit from increasing the Max Open parameter in the following scenarios:

This screen gives you the option to change your maximum open and minimum closed parameters for the top damper on your furnace.
The Top Damper defaults are the settings the furnace was tuned with using a variety of wood species and burning conditions.
These parameters adjustable, allowing the customer to tune the furnace for conditions that we might not have been able to simulate at the factory.

· If your furnace is installed at a higher altitude ( >2000ft
above sea level)
· The furnace is struggling to achieve target water
temperature.
· If you are burning wood that is wetter than the
recommended 15% – 25%
· If you find the furnace is consistently smoking during burn
cycles.
Make small changes at a time (+/- 5%) and allow a few days of operation after making a change, observing the furnace to see if you’ve made a positive change.

You may benefit from decreasing the Max Open parameter in the following scenarios:

· Your wood is split very small, under 4″ cross section. · Your wood is exceptionally dry, below 15% moisture. · Your stack temperatures are regularly above 300F during
burn cycles.

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Min Cls % During normal operation, when the furnace’s temperature is climbing and the temperature is getting close to the Set Water Temp, the furnace will start to modulate slowing the burn rate. This allows the furnace to burn at a more efficiently and have a softer, cleaner shut down. This Min Cls % is the minimum amount that the top damper will close during this modulation period.
You might want to increase this parameter in the following scenarios:
· If you see that the furnace is regularly smoking while the
top air is at the minimum position.
· You want the furnace to burn at a higher rate right up to
the set temperature. You may want to decrease this parameter in the following scenarios:
· The furnace is significantly overshooting the set temperature.
Lowering the minimum damper setting will slow the furnace down more toward the end of a burn cycle.
· You want to allow for a lower modulation rate Bottom Damper
This screen gives you the option to change your…
· Oxygen (o2) setpoint · Bottom Damper, maximum open and minimum closed · Off delay for the bottom damper

The Bottom Damper defaults are the settings the furnace was tuned with using a variety of wood species and burning conditions. These parameters are adjustable, allowing the customer to tune the furnace for conditions that we might not have been able to simulate at the factory. The bottom damper is supplying secondary air to the lower grate of the furnace. Working together with the oxygen sensor, it targets the oxygen level set in this screen.
Set o2 %
This parameter allows you to set the target oxygen level in the exhaust of the furnace. In general, the lower the level of oxygen that you can maintain while burning clean, the more efficient your furnace can operate.
Burning seasoned hardwoods at 15%-25% moisture, you may be able to burn clean with an o2 setpoint as low as 3%-5%.
If your fuel is less than desirable, i.e. softwoods, higher moisture content wood, woods that are very volatile, wood that is dryer that 15% moisture. You may need to increase the target o2 as high as 6- 8% to achieve a clean burn.
If you observe your furnace smoking regularly throughout burn cycles you may have the target o2 too low or too high.
If you are making changes to the o2 setpoint, change by 1% at a time and observe the change over a period of a few days. Max Open %
The max open percent is the amount that the bottom damper is allowed to open during the normal on cycle of the furnace. The bottom damper will open and close (modulate) as the control targets the oxygen level set on this screen. This parameter should never need to changed.
Min Cls %
This is the minimum percent the bottom damper is allowed to close during a burn cycle. Keeping the bottom damper open at this percentage allows the furnace to maintain better ignition in the refractory.

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Off Delay
When your furnace cycles off, it will allow the bottom damper to continue to operate for the duration of the Off Delay time. This feature minimizes smoking after shut down as it is able to burn off the last of the wood gas that was generated while the furnace was running.
Control Options

o2 Limiting
This feature will reduce the top air damper in the event that the o2 level has exceeded the target by more than 2%. This reduces the amount of airflow through the furnace to conserve heat if the firebox is low on wood. Modulation
With this feature turned ON the top damper will modulate to achieve the target water temperature. When the feature is OFF, the damper will not modulate unless required by one of the previously mentioned features.

o2 Optimize
o2 Optimize is a control option that allows the control system to slow the burn rate in the firebox by turning down the top air. In the event that the furnace is unable to reach the target o2 level, it will reduce the top air damper to allow the target to be achieved. Once the o2 setpoint has been achieved, the top damper will attempt to return to its target position as long as the o2 levels remain near set point. MAXAIR
The MAXAIR option allows the top air damper to bypass the MAX Open % and run full open during cold start mode only. This allows for faster warm ups during a cold start.
o2 Limiting
This feature will reduce the top air damper in the event that the o2 level has exceeded the target by more than 2%. This reduces the amount of airflow through the furnace to conserve heat if the firebox is low on wood.

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HOME NETWORK CONNECTION FOR YOUR HEATMASTER FURNACE

This instruction applies to G-Series furnaces that were manufactured as a part of the 2020 model lineup using the Siemens Logo Control.

Choose one of the two connection options listed below to setup and access your furnace control from any web browser enabled device on your home network.

1 1A Hardwired Connection: This is the preferred and recommended method to
connect your furnace to your home network. See page 36 for these.
1B Wireless Connection: This alternate method requires the installation of a wireless access device. This is available as part of the HeatMaster Wireless Access Kit. Please contact your dealer for more information.
2 After you have setup the hardwired connection you will need to next
find an IP address that you can use on your home network. See page 37 for these instructions.
3 Assign your furnace an IP address. See page 39 for these instructions.
4 Once you have followed these steps you should be able to access your furnace on
your home network via an Internet browser. See page 40 for these instructions.

HARDWIRED CONNECTION

Hardwired LAN Line: This is the preferred method to connect your furnace to your home network. You will need to run and connect a Cat 5 or 6 cable from your home router or network switch to the ethernet jack in the rear cabinet of your furnace. If you need to bury the cable make sure it is rated for burial and outdoor use. The maximum recommended distance that you can run a Cat 5 or 6 cable is 328ft.

In the next step you will search your network for an available IP address for your furnace. Once you have assigned your furnace control an IP address you will be able to access the furnace from any device with a web browser connected to your network. Go to the “Finding your IP address” page in this manual. See page 34 for these instructions.

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FINDING AN IP ADDRESS FOR YOUR FURNACE
These instructions will guide you in finding an available address on your home network to assign to your HeatMaster furnace.
Using a windows PC that is running on your home network, we’ll use the command prompt app. Using the search bar in the lower left corner of your Windows home screen, enter the letters “cmd”, and then hit enter as shown in figure 1, the command prompt app loads.

Next you will see a window similar to the one in figure 2. Enter the command “ipconfig”. You’ll see a screen with similar data as shown in figure 3.

Figure 1

Figure 2
Paying attention to the addresses that we’ve highlighted within the square (in figure 3), you’ll need to take note of three addresses. The line “IPv4 Address” is the IP address of the computer that you are currently working on. The IP address that you’ll be assigning to your furnace will be in the same range as this number. The line “Subnet Mask” is the same Subnet address that you’ll be assigning to your furnace. The line “Default Gateway” is an address that you need to confirm or assign to your furnace. Note these three addresses, as you’ll need them later. Continued on page 38.

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FINDING AN IP ADDRESS FOR YOUR FURNACE (CONTINUED)

In this same window we will ping a few addresses and find one available to use for your furnace. Start by pinging your computers IP address that you found in the previous window (in our case this is 192.168.1.101). Enter the ping command as shown in the first box in figure 4, using your computers IP address (ping ..**.***.). The following lines (as shown in the second box in figure 4) show that the computer is getting a reply from that address, indicating that this IP address is already in use and can’t be used for your furnace.
Change the last 3 digits (Figure 5) of your IP address to a number between 200-250, to ping an address with a higher number as your router is less likely to assign an address within this range. Only change the last three numbers in the address as shown in figure 5. You may need to try a few different numbers before you will find an available address. Once you find an IP address that is available you will see a message saying “Request timed out”, as shown in Figure 6. Write down this IP address (in our case 192.168.1.250). This will be the address we will assign to your furnace in the next step of this instruction.

Figure 4 Change These
192.168.1.101
Figure 5
Figure 6

Go to the “Addressing Your Furnace” page. See page 39 for these instructions.

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ADDRESSING YOUR FURNACE
Now that we have obtained an available IP address, we will assign this address to the furnace control. Power on the furnace.

Press the down arrow key repeatedly to scroll to the last available screen displaying date and time as shown above.

Press the ESC key, you should see the screen shown above. We need to stop the Logo’s program to make this IP address change. Select STOP and press the OK button.

Select Yes.

Select Network.

Select IP Address.

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Using the four arrow keys, change the IP address to the one you found to be available on your network in the previous section. Also change the subnet mask, and the gateway addresses to match the numbers you wrote down earlier.
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ADDRESSING YOUR FURNACE (CONTINUED)

After you have set these three addresses, scroll back and restart the furnace by selecting start.

Select Yes to start the Logo’s program again.

At this point you should be able to access your furnace on your home network. Go to the “Viewing Your Furnace in a Web Browser”. See below for these instructions.

VIEWING YOUR FURNACE IN A WEB BROWSER

Figure 1
The last step in these instructions is loading and viewing your furnace control system on your computer.
· Load a web browser on a device connected to your home network. · As shown in figure 1, enter the IP address that you programmed into your furnace control, in our case this
is 192.168.1.250. Enter this in the browser URL and hit enter.
· Leave the name field as Web User. · Enter the password “heatmaster”, then click “log on”.

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Figure 2 The Screen that you see in figure 2 should load.
Figure 3 Select the menu option “LOGO! BM” on the left side of the screen. You can use the control buttons on the screen to navigate the furnace control just as if you were standing at your furnace. This page can be accessed from any web browser enabled device connected to your home network. Bookmark this page in your web browser, allowing you quick access to this page at any time.
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HeatMasterSS carries a full line of high-quality parts for your furnace including pumps, fittings and heat exchangers. For more information on our parts or to arrange product installation please contact your local HeatMasterSS dealer.
HeatMaster Furnaces Inc.
Box158 Winkler, Manitoba, Canada R6W 4A4
Phone: (204) 325-9792 Fax: (204) 325-9803 Toll Free: 1-877-325-9792
Email: info@heatmasterss.com
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References

• HeatMasterSS Efficient and Easy-to-Operate Outdoor Furnaces - HeatMasterSS
• Burn Wise | US EPA
• HeatMasterSS Efficient and Easy-to-Operate Outdoor Furnaces - HeatMasterSS

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