IMPORTANT WARNINGS

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR NEW ROOM HEATER. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY, WITHOUT DEVIATION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.

1.If utilizing an older chimney, it must be inspected for adequate serviceability. Refer to the heading Chimney Inspection on page 11 of this manual.

2.The minimum clearances must be maintained for all combustible surfaces. The following materials should be kept a minimum of 36 inches (914 mm) from the heater; furniture, carpet, drapes, clothing, wood, papers, etc. Do not store firewood within this clearance space. Failure to maintain clearances to all combustibles may result in a house fire.

3.This appliance requires floor protection as out- lined in this manual (see Floor Protection on pages 5, 6 and 7).

4.WARNING: improper installation, adjustment, al- teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. This appliance must be properly installed or the listing will be void. Instal- lations other than those specifically covered herein have not been confirmed by test and are not covered by the listing.

5.Minimum ceiling height must be 5 feet (measured from base of appliance to ceiling).

6.DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE CONNECTED TO ANOTHER APPLIANCE.

7.Do not connect this appliance to air ducts or any air distribution system.

8.PREVENT CREOSOTE FIRE: Inspect and clean chimney connector and chimney daily for creo- sote build-up until experience shows how often you need to clean to be safe. Under certain condi- tions of use, creosote buildup may occur rapidly. Be aware that the hotter the fire the less creosote is deposited, and weekly cleaning may be neces- sary in mild weather even though monthly clean- ing may be enough in the coldest months. Using green or inadequately seasoned wood can greatly increase creosote buildup. Use dry wood to mini- mize creosote buildup.

9.USE SOLID WOOD FUEL ONLY: This appliance is ap- proved for burning dry seasoned natural wood only.

CAUTION: BURN UNTREATED WOOD ONLY. DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR ENGINE OIL.

10.Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or "freshen up" a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use.

11.DO NOT OVERFIRE: If heater or chimney connec- tor glows, you are overfiring. Overfiring this ap- pliance could cause a house fire. Overfiring is a condition where the appliance is operated at tem- peratures above its design capabilities. Overfiring can be caused by improper installation, improper

operation, lack of maintenance or improper fuel usage. Do not operate the stove with the doors open or ajar, as this will produce extreme temperatures within the stove. Damage caused from overfiring is NOT covered under the manufacturers limited warranty (see Care and Operation, pages 15 to 20).

12.NEVER LEAVE AN UNATTENDED STOVE BURN- ING ON HIGH. Operation of the stove with the primary air draft control at its highest burn rate setting for extended periods can cause danger- ous overfiring conditions. The primary air draft control should only be positioned at the highest setting during start-up procedures (see How to Start and Maintain a Fire on page 16) and for short durations. When leaving the stove unattended en- sure that the primary air draft control is set to the low or medium low range.

13.It is imperative that the control compartments and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.

14.Use a metal container with a tight fitting lid to dis- pose of ashes.

15.IN THE EVENT OF A COMPONENT FAILURE, USE ONLY COMPONENTS PROVIDED BY THE MANU- FACTURER AS REPLACEMENT PARTS.

16.Burning any kind of fuel uses oxygen from the dwelling. Be sure that you allow an adequate source of fresh air into the room where the stove is operating (see Ventilation Requirements on page 12).

17.CAUTION: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. An appli- ance hot enough to warm your home can severely burn anyone touching it. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns. Do not let children touch the appliance. Train them to stay a safe distance from the unit. The use of a fireguard is recommended.

18.Do not operate this appliance without the firebox baffle brick properly installed.

19.Always build wood fires directly on the firebox grate. Do not use andirons or any other method to elevate the fire.

20.Do not install these appliances into a Manufac- tured (Mobile) Home.

21.See the listing label located on the back of stove (or see Safety/Listing Labels on pages 35 & 36).

22.These appliances are designed as supplemental heaters. Therefore, it is advisable to have an al- ternate heat source when installed in a dwelling.

23.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Ensure that this manual remains with the appliance and passed to the user after installation.

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