HARDWOODS | DENSITY |
Alser, Red | .41 |
Ash | |
Aspen | |
Basswood, American | .37 |
Beech, American | .64 |
Birch | |
Butternut | .38 |
Cherry, Black | .50 |
Chestnut, American | .43 |
Cottonwood | |
Elm | .60.63 |
Hickory, Pecan | .60.66 |
Hickory, True | |
Magnolia | |
Maple | |
Oak, Red | |
Oak, White | |
Poplar | .42 |
Sassafras | .42 |
Sycamore, American | .49 |
Tanoak | .64 (est.) |
Walnut, Black | .55 |
Willow, Black | .39 |
SOFTWOODS | DENSITY |
Bald cypress | .46 |
Cedar | |
Douglas Fir | |
Fir | |
Hemlock | |
Pine | |
Redwood | |
Spruce |
Assuming that you are comparing two standard cords of different species but the same volume and moisture content, the denser species will provide more BTU’s. The table of wood species/ densities reveals more helpful guidelines.
STARTING A FIRE
1.To start a fire in your fireplace properly, first check the operation of the flue damper.
To open the damper on the LS43ST fireplace, pull the center damper handle straight down. To close pushhandleup. ThedamperisNOTADJUSTABLE between the open and closed position.
2.The grate in the firebox should be centered on or over the bottom hearth so your fire can breath properly. Crumble and twist plenty of newspapers UNDER the grate and
3.Build a pyramid of three split logs (split will start much faster). Arrange the uneven wood to provide plenty of air space between.
4.Now, light the paper at both sides of the firebox.
5.Close the screens to prevent the escape of sparks and embers.
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6.Maintain the fire at a reasonable and safe level. Add fuel only at a rate to maintain a steady burn. Avoid large fluctuations - DO NOT OVERFIRE.
7.Close the damper only when your fire is completely out and ashes are cold. Keep closed when fireplace is not in use to prevent unnec- essary loss of heated or cooled air.
GLASS DOORS
These fireplaces come with specially designed glass door enclosures in two different styles; Twin Pane and
WARNING: THESE FIREPLACES SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY WITH THE DOORS FULLY OPEN OR FULLY CLOSED (SEE FIGURES 2 AND 3 ). IF DOORS ARE LEFT PARTLY OPEN, GAS AND FLAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT OF THE FIREPLACE OPENING, CREATING RISKS OF BOTH FIRE AND SMOKE.
Care and Cleaning of Your Glass Doors
Never clean the glass when the doors are hot. Do not use ammonia or ammonia based glass or household cleaner to clean the glass or the door frame. An ammonia based cleaner will damage the finish of your glass door.
Glass Doors
Fully Open
Figure 2
Glass Doors
Fully Closed
Figure 3
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE
In most cases, a clean dampened towel followed by a dry towel will clean the glass. To remove any stubborn stains from the glass, use a mild soap solution and a towel dampened with clean water and then dry with a clean dry towel.
Glass Door Operating Safety
Precautions and Instructions
•The fire must always be confined within the boundaries of the fuel grate.
•The fireplace screens must always be closed whenever the fireplace is operated.
•Never slam the glass door since it could cause the glass to break.
•Do not build excessively large or hot fires. Scorching or discoloring of the solid brass or plated brass trim could result.
•Extreme temperature changes can cause glass breakage — do not build a hot fire and close the glass doors if the doors are cold.
•If the tempered glass pane becomes scratched or chipped, it creates a weakness in the glass which can cause the glass to break when heated. Replace the pane of glass by contacting your nearest dealer or distributor.
CAUTION: GLASS AND METAL FRAMES GET HOT — ALWAYS USE HANDLES TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOORS.
WARNING: CERTAIN MODEL FIREPLACES REQUIRE THAT THE GLASS DOORS BE CLOSED DURING OPERA- TION. BE AWARE THAT SAFETY GLASS IS UNPREDICTABLE WHEN HOT AND MAY BREAK, EXPELLING HOT GLASS INTO THE ROOM. ADVISE ALL FAMILY MEMBERS TO REMAIN WELL AWAY FROM THE FIREPLACE WHEN OPERATING WITH DOORS CLOSED TO AVOID ANY POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
IMPORTANT: Plated polished brass glass doors may have a plastic covering over all brass pieces for protection during shipping and handling. The plastic covering should be removed after installation of the fireplace before its use. Under the plastic covering is a protective lacquer coating which should not be removed. In some instances, if it is re- moved, irreversible damage to the brass finish could occur. Refer to the following for specific information on plated polished brass. Please understand that the heat of the fire will cause the protective lacquer finish to slightly change to a light caramel color. Do not be alarmed as this is a normal occurrence.