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Newbie... Need Install Advice For Farenheit Endurance

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  1. DexterDay

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    Looks good. Just make sure you have a positive seal in the furnace (back draft damper, or the like).
     
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    I installed the damper on the square to round transition. You can see the handle in the pic. The reason to have that is if I run the main furnace the hot air doesn't go to the pellet furnace correct?

    With the damper installed I still feel
    heat get by but not as much as without the damper.
     
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    A damper on your existing furnace. So that when the Fahrenheit is on? All that hot air doesn't leak downstairs.

    What you did for the Fahrenheit, needs down at the plenum of the existing furnace.
     
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    Oh on the existing furnace I plan to put one above the AC coils. I didnt get into that yet but it's coming soon. I sealed the hot air plenum joints lastnight with mastic. Gonna do another coat and then insulate it. I ran out of 2 elbows for the cold air return so have those on order. Plenty left to do in the meantime.
     
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    Finally went back to work on this Project. Holidays are causing a major slow down but I will get it done. I sealed up all of the hot air supply ductwork and now I have to insulate it.
     
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    Happy New Years to Everyone!

    So the hot air supply is DONE!
    Finally insulated it and installed it. Will post pics later on. So I am near the end, close at least. I need to finish the cold air return and insulate which is a lot easier since it's a straight run.

    Can you guys give me advice on the FIRST startup?

    Need some advice since you guys been in my shoes already.
     
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    Make sure to prime the auger, wait till pellets start to drop into the pot.

    Then make sure ignition is set to auto and your in whatever mode you want to run in (Manual, T-stat, or Fuel Mizer).

    Also a good idea to check the factory settings for the air on and off temp. As you run it, you can fine tune the air temperature at which the blower will kick on, and then at what air temp you want the blower to kick off (so your not just blowing cold air around). This is adjustable by removing the small cover plate on the upper left side of the furnace (when standing in front of it).
     
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    Then just hit on ;) lol
     
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    Sounds good, can I use the same Tstat that my oil eater is on?
     
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    I am currently using a Lux tx9600ts.
     
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    I will have to look that stat up.

    It's best to use a stat with a swing setting. I prefer a 3° swing when using Fuel mizer, but when in T-stat mode, a 1° swing is best. Gives the furnace a little break, but keeps an even temp.

    I know the Lux 500 and 1500 will work.
    The stat will likely work, but a swing is necessary if your going to use Fuel Mizer when the temps are a little warmer. The furnace will start to shut down, and then immediately start back up when the house loses 1°.
     
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    Oh I don't want it to shut down and Fire back up to quick. Sounds like a lot of wear n tear. And I don't know what fuel mizer is yet lol. I want to run it on a tstat so I can set it and forget it. I leave my current furnace on 69 all day and night cause someone is always home.
     
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    Fuel Mizer and T-stat are pretty similar.

    On T-stat mode, once the thermostat is satisfied, it just goes to level 1 (pilot mode) and stays in low fire until temperature drops and the stat calls for heat again. Then it goes back to your desired heat setting (3, 4, or 5) until the stat reaches it's set point.

    Fuel Mizer operates the same way, except after 30 (might be longer) minutes on low (level 1), it shuts down until the Thermostat calls for heat. Then the furnace goes through the entire start up and stays on your desired heat setting (3, 4, or 5) until the thermostat is satisfied. Then drops to low for 30 minutes (may be 45 or 60 min?).. This cycle repeats itself all day...
     
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    Same one I'm currently using.....has the swing setting, and should work fine for his furnace.
     
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    Got the vent & Fahrenheit furnace in position. I end up having a 12" DT-M piping left over. The adjustable piping squeezed to its minimum length. You have to take into account of the extra piping where the OAK outlet is and the exhaust T to furnace, live & learn. The extra piece could be used outside if i decide to add extra insulation on the exterior cement wall. Tomorrow will be the trial run of the furnace and the back-up system(was told when the power goes out for a split second, the furnace goes into shut-down mode). I hope the back-up system prevents the shut-down mode. Will also have to look for a T-stat.
     

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    Are you running a furnace and the pellet of the tstat?
     
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    So maybe Fuel Mizer is the route I wanna go. How much fuel do you waste on Tstat mode with the pilot burning?
     
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    I am sure the tstat must be at default 1degree now, I noticed if I set it to 69, it will read 68 but no heat. It drops to 67 poof heat is on the way. That's a swing , correct?
     
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    The Fuel Mizer is only beneficial when thr temps are warmer. If it's below 35°, based on my heating needs, I use T-stat. Because every time that furnace starts, it runs on High for like 25-30 minutes while it's stabilizes. You can idle the furnace for HOURS with the same amount of fuel of one start up. So if thr furnace is only going to shut down for a half hour to an hour, it ain't worth using Fuel Mizer.

    When it's warmer and the furnace can shut down for an extended period? It's plenty worth it. Otherwise you're going to cycling the furnace a lot and have a greater temperature swing throughout the house.

    Also, in tstat, it's always creating some heat. So the house doesn't lose heat as fast as it does in Fuel Mizer, when the flame is extinguished. The constant heat provides even temps and less swing in temp
     
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    Got the first fire done but it shut down on #5 blink(proof of fire or vacuum). I need at least a 10 minute window to prove of fire. Gonna try again but with a bigger fire so stay tune. Pic of first fire later on..... Sure wish mine was a AUTO mode model, it is what it is......:( Triple A Arsenal, you gotta be close to a first fire?
     
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