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SAFETY NOTICE:
Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, oreven death. Contact local building orfire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in yourarea.
Planning The Installation
We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your stove. If you install the stove yourself, your authorized dealer should review your installation plans.
Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this stove and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.
Preparation for Installation
•Check for damage to the exterior of the stove (dents should be reported, scratches can be fixed by applying touch up paint).
•Check the interior of the firebox (replace cracked firebrick and make sure baffle is in place).
The stove can be lightened by removing the firebricks and baffle (pg 28) - replace before operation.
Additional Accessories Needed for Installation
•Door Shell (Black 99300195 Brass 99300196 or Pewter 99300197 - see pg 32)
•Legs or Pedestal
Stove Installation Considerations
The table below details the six most common types of installations and the considerations for each type. Alternative methods of installation are available if they comply with local building codes.
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Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney | • | Requires ceiling and roof penetration |
(Page 14) | • | Provides best draft |
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Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney | • | Cathedral style chimney support required |
(Page 14) | • | Provides best draft |
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Exterior Factory Built Chimney | • | Uses two elbows to route chimney outside |
(Page 15) | • | Exterior chimney is hidden from the room |
| • | Elbows reduce draft |
| • | Optional exterior chase reduces cold air blockage |
Hearth Stove Positive Connection | • | Utilizes existing masonry or zero clearance (metal) chimney |
(Page 15) | • | Provides good draft due to full reline |
| • | Easier to clean than direct or horizontal hearth stove |
Hearth Stove Direct Connection | • | Utilizes existing masonry or zero clearance (metal) chimney |
(Page 16) | • | Requires construction of a |
| • | Draft reduced due to elbows & chimney cross section |
Interior Masonry Chimney | • | Utilizes existing masonry chimney (not approved for zero |
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