Harman Stove Company TL200 Afterburner Viewport, Removing Ashes, Disposal of Ashes, Overfiring

Exception TL200 Wood Stove

Operation

As you begin to operate your stove at higher tem- peratures, you will notice a “hot” or unpleasant smell; this

is just the paint going through the curing process, and will disappear after a few fires.

The following guidelines for air settings can be used for wood burning; as you become familiar with your stove, you will know which settings best heat your home.

•Minimum burn rate - air control fully to left.

•Medium low burn rate - air control moved 1" to right.

•High burn rate - air control fully to the right.

Note: At minimum burn rates the glass may get dirty but will clean off again at higher burn rates.

Afterburner Viewport

This is a small ceramic window in the back of the firebox. This window allows you to see the Afterburner Com- bustion System in action. This glass may smoke up un- der some conditions but will burn off again. It is OK if this glass is not totally clean.

Removing Ashes

Some ash is good for proper burning. Too much ash can cause problems.

Never let the ashes in the firebox build up to over 2" in depth. Remove ashes periodically by raking a poker across the grates. Excessive ash build-up can prevent proper venting of exhaust gases.

Do not allow the ash pan to over flow. This can cause damage to the grate. Empty the ash pan when you see it getting close to full. (Remember to close ash door while emptying the ash pan.)

Disposal of Ashes

The Exception was designed to provide access to the ashpan without the need for opening the main door. Before opening the ash door and removing the ashpan, open the bypass damper. Wearing heavy protective gloves, open the ash door and remove the ashpan by pulling it forward by the handle. Close the ash door before taking the ashes outside for safe disposal.

A good time to empty the ashpan is before loading. This ensures that the ashes will be cold and safer to handle than directly after poking the ashes down or tending the fire.

WARNING: Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed con- tainer of ashes should be placed on a noncombus- tible floor or on the ground, well away from all com- bustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burialin soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

Never use the ash disposal container for other trash. Wood ash can be added to your garden or compost.

Operating as a Fireplace

The TL200 is tested and approved to be burned with the front load door open and the damper open. In this mode of operation you get a true fire sound as well as appear- ance. Due to the crackling and popping of burning wood it is necessary to place the optional screen over the door opening. This prevents sparks from entering the room just like a screen over a fireplace.

CAUTION

The stove is hot while in operation. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns.

Overfiring

Avoid overfiring your stove, a potentially hazardous situation which can lead to overheating of combustible materials, damage to the stove, and in extreme cases, cause a fire. Overfiring is caused by: 1. Too much air flow- ing through the stove too quickly. 2. Improper positioning of the primary air control level too far to the right. 3. Inad- vertently leaving the damper open or 4. Not keeping up with routine maintenance, such as checking door gaskets for wear.

Overfiring results in excessive fuel consumption, and may cause parts of the stove or chimney connector to glow red. If you notice signs of overfiring, reduce the air supply to the fire, and review the Maintenance section in this manual.

Never leave the stove unattended if either the ash or load door is open. Overfiring may result.

In the event of a chimney fire, call your local fire de- partment; make sure everyone is safely out of the house. Reduce the air intake of the stove as much as possible using the air control lever; close the bypass damper to further restrict air flow. Do not throw water on the fire; this can cause stove damage and create an even more danger- ous situation. Have your chimney professionally cleaned and inspected before resuming burning in your stove.

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