Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) | 7 |
SAFETY NOTICE:
Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, oreven death. Contact local building orfire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in yourarea.
Always use gloves when operating a hot stove. The door handles, loading lid, bypass handle, and other components become very hot during normal use.
Planning The Installation
We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your stove. If you install the stove yourself, your authorized dealer should review your installation plans.
Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this stove and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.
Preparation for Installation
•Check for damage to the exterior of the stove.
•Check the interior of the firebox (replace cracked firebrick and make sure baffle is in place).
The stove can be lightened for transportation by removing the doors, loading lid, and firebricks. Replace these components before operation.
•Install the bypass handle (included in the owner’s pack - see page 10).
Stove Installation Considerations
The table below details the six most common types of installations and the considerations for each type. Alternative methods of installation are available if they comply with local building codes.
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Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney | • | Requires ceiling and roof penetration |
(Page 16) | • | Provides best draft |
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Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney | • | Cathedral style chimney support required |
(Page 16) | • | Provides best draft |
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Hearth Stove Positive Connection | • | Utilizes existing masonry fireplace (not approved for zero |
(Page 17) | • | clearance (metal) fireplaces) |
| Provides good draft due to full reline | |
| • | Easier to clean than direct or horizontal hearth stove |
Hearth Stove Direct Connection | • | Utilizes existing masonry fireplace (not approved for zero |
(Page 17) | • | clearance (metal) fireplaces) |
| Requires construction of a | |
| • | Draft reduced due to elbows & chimney cross section |
Interior Masonry Chimney | • | Utilizes existing masonry chimney (not approved for zero |
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