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A. Design, Installation & Location Considerations
Consideration must be given to:
•Safety
•Convenience
•Traffic flow
•Chimney and chimney connector required
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using exact measurements for clearances and floor protection, before actually beginning the installation. If you are not using an existing chimney, place the appliance where there will be a clear passage for a
We recommend that a qualified building inspector and your insurance company representative review your plans before and after installation
If this appliance is in an area where children may be near it is recommended that you purchase a decorative barrier to go in front of the appliance. Remember to always keep children away while it is operating and do not let anyone operate this appliance unless they are familiar with these operating instructions.
NOTE: Service Space
In order to replace the tube channel a clearance of 17 inches (432mm) is required on the right side of stove in order to remove the tubes with the stove in place.
If space is not available, the stove will have to be discon- nected from the chimney to proceed with the tube replace- ment. See page 32.
CAUTION
Check building codes prior to installation.
•Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national codes and regulations.
•Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire officials or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
B. Fire Safety
To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be given serious consideration:
1.Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your home to ensure your safety. They should be located away from the heating appliance and close to the sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions, and be sure to maintain regularly.
2.A conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher to contend with small fires resulting from burning embers.
3.A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two escape routes.
4.A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows: In the event of a chimney fire:
a Evacuate the house immediately b. Notify fire department
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions:
•Installation and use of any damaged appliance.
•Modification of the appliance.
•Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Technologies.
•Installation and/or use of any component part not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
•Operating appliance without fully assembling all components.
•Operating appliance without legs attached (if supplied with unit).
•Do NOT Overfire - If appliance or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring.
Any such action that may cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
Asphyxiation Risk.
•DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIM- NEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER APPLI- ANCE.
•DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBU- TION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
May allow flue gases to enter the house.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
•Do not operate appliance before reading and understanding operating instructions.
•Failure to operate appliance properly may cause a house fire.
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