PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
QUESTIONS TO ASK LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIAL A correct installation is critical and imperative for reducing fire hazards and perilous conditions that can arise when wood burning appliances are improperly installed. The installer must follow all of the manufacturers’ in- structions. These models are designed as radiant room heaters and should be used for no other purpose.
The installation of a wood burning appliance must conform to local codes and applicable state and federal requirements and a building permit must be obtained before installing. 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.)?
2.Local amendments?
3.Is a permit required - cost?
(You may wish to contact your insurance company to ask if they require this?).
4.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 detec- tors. 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 the stove). 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.
NOTE – This appliance is NOT approved for installation into a Manufactured (Mobile) Home.
SELECTING A LOCATION
The design of your home and where you place your stove will determine its value as a source of heat. A wood stove depends primarily on air circulation (con- vection) to disperse its heat, and therefore, a central location is often best. There are other practical consid- erations, which must be considered before a final selection of locations is made.
♦Existing Chimneys
♦Wood Storage
♦Aesthetic Considerations
♦Roof Design (Rafter Locations & Roof Pitch)
♦Room Traffic
♦Proximity to Combustibles
♦Electrical Wiring
The installation of this stove 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.).
WARNING: CHECK ALL LOCAL BUILDING AND SAFETY CODES BEFORE INSTALLATION. THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND APPROPRIATE CODE REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FOLLOWED EXACTLY AND WITHOUT COMPROMISE. 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.
If you plan to vent your stove into an existing masonry chimney, have it inspected by a local fire marshal or qualified installer. Remember that a stove's performance is heavily influenced by the chimney and its location on the roof. An oversized flue may not provide effective draw, and a flue liner may be required (see Draft Requirements on page 12). Consult your dealer or qualified installer before final selection is made.
This stove requires
The appliance should be inspected before use and the chimney cleaned at least annually. More frequent cleaning may be required due to poor operation, installation, or low quality fuel.
CAUTION: THE STOVE BODY IS VERY HEAVY. THE USE OF A HEAVY DUTY ESCALARA (STAIR STEP HAND TRUCK) IS RECOMMENDED FOR LIFTING THE STOVE BODY.
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