PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION

Questions To Ask Local Building OfÞcial

A correct installation is critical and imperative for reducing fire hazards and perilous conditions that can arise when wood pellet burning appliances are improperly installed. The installer must follow all of the manufacturers’ instructions.

The installation of this appliance must conform to local codes and applicable state and federal requirements. Familiarity with these requirements before installation is essential. Important considerations to discuss with local building officials include:

1.Applicable codes (i.e. Uniform Mechanical Code, State or Regional Codes).

Electrical codes:

In USA, NEC, ANSI / NFPA 70 – Latest Edi- tion

In Canada, CSA C22.1 – Latest Edition

Power Supply Requirements – The power cord must be plugged into a standard, 120 Volt, 60 Hz grounded electrical outlet. The approximate power requirement is 362 Watts, and will peak up to 736 Watts for approximately 6 minutes when the self- igniter is operating (it will turn off 2 minutes after flame detection). The power cord must be routed to avoid contact with any of the hot or sharp exterior surface areas of the stove. When installed into a manufactured home, the appliance must be electrically grounded to the steel chassis (see Page 8, Manufactured Home Requirements). These requirements must be met unless otherwise specified by state or local authorities.

WARNING

Electricalgroundinginstructions: This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prongfromthisplug. Donotroute power cord under or in front of appliance.

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2.Local amendments

3.Is a permit required - cost

You may wish to contact your insurance company to ask if they require this.

4.If outside combustion air is required

5.Rooms where the installation is not allowed

Smoke Detectors

Since there are always several potential sources of fire in any home, we recommend installing smoke detectors. If possible, install the smoke detector in a hallway adjacent to the room (to reduce the possibility of occasional false activation from the heat produced by these appliances). If your local code requires a smoke detector be installed within the same room, you must follow the requirements of your local code. Check with your local building department for requirements in your area.

Installation / Maintenance Standards

National Fire Protection Association – The primary NFPA standard that refers to installation and maintenance of pellet appliances and venting is NFPA 211 – Latest Edition: Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel appliances.

SELECTING A LOCATION

The design of your home and where you place your stove will determine its value as a source of heat. This type of appliance depends primarily on air circulation (convection) to disperse its heat, and therefore, a central location is often best. There are other practical considerations, which must be considered before a final selection of locations is made.

•Existing Chimneys

•Pellet Fuel Storage

•Aesthetic Considerations

•Roof Design (rafter locations and roof pitch)

•Room Traffic

•Proximity to Combustibles

•Electrical Wiring

The installation of these appliances will require some research. Once your options are determined, consult with your local building department who will be able to give you the necessary installation requirements for your area (Is a building permit required? Rooms where installation may not be allowed, etc.).

CAUTION

Theseappliancesareveryheavy. The use of a heavy duty escalara (stair step hand truck) is recommended for lifting the appli- ance.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE

WARNING

Check all local building and safety codes before installation. The installation instructions and appropriate code requirements must be followed exactly and withoutcompromise.Alterations to the stove are not allowed. Do not connect the stove to a chimney system serving another stove, appliance, or any air distribution duct. Failure to follow these instructions will void the manufacturers warranty.

FLOOR PROTECTION

Floor Protection - ProÞle¨ 20 FS-2

This appliance requires noncombustible floor protection. If the floor protection is to be stone, tile, brick, etc., it must be mortared or grouted to form a continuous non-combustible surface. If a chimney connector extends horizontally over the floor, the protection must cover the floor under the connector and at least 2” to either side.

A noncombustible floor protector must fully cover the area beneath the appliance and extend 6” to the front, 6” to the sides, and up to 6” from the back as illustrated in Figure 1.

Up to * 6Ó (153 mm) minimum

 

 

 

Rear

 

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6Ó

(153 mm)

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Top View

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front

 

 

 

 

 

Floor

6Ó (153 mm)

Protector

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Figure 1 - Floor Protction, Freestanding

*Note: When installed at clearances less than 6”, the floor protection is only required to extend to the wall.