Oakleaf Woodburning Stove
3Getting Started
A. Design, Installation & Location Considerations
1. Appliance Location
Consideration must be given to safety, convenience, traffic flow, and the fact that the appliance will need a chimney and chimney connector. It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using exact measurements for clearances and floor protection, before actually beginning the installation. When installing on a combustible floor, the optional bottom heat shield must be installed along with using proper floor protection material. See page 12 for details.
Maintain specified vent clearance to combustible requirements listed by the vent manufacturers instructions and all clearance to combustibles listed in this manual.
Check with your local building code agency before you begin your installation. Be sure local codes do not supersede UL specifications and always obtain the required permit so that insurance protection benefits cannot be unexpectedly cancelled. If any assistance is required during installation, please contact your dealer.
We recommend that a qualified building inspector and your insurance company representative review your plans before and after the installation.
Be sure to provide a source of fresh air to the room or directly to the appliance.
CAUTION
•Do NOT connect this unit to a chimney flue servicing another appliance.
•Do NOT connect to any forced air distribution duct or system.
B. Fire Safety
Maintain the designated clearances to combustibles. Insulation must not touch the chimney. You must maintain the designated air space around the chimney. This space around a chimney is necessary to allow natural heat removal from the area. Insulation in this space will cause a heat buildup, which may ignite wood framing. NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction.
To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be given serious consideration:
1.Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your home. Detectors should be located away from the heating appliance and close to sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector manufacturer's placement and installation instructions, and be sure to maintain regularly.
2.A conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher to contend with small fires resulting from burning embers.
3.A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two escape routes.
4.A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows: In the event of a chimney fire:
a.Evacuate the house immediately.
b.Notify Fire Department.
c.Never apply water to a suspected chimney fire. Serious damage could occur.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
•Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding the operating instructions.
•Failure to operate properly may cause a house fire.
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