Never modify this cookstove in any way.
Never burn kiln dried wood, painted or treated wood, solvents, trash, plywood, colored or glossy paper, artificial logs, cardboard, coal, garbage or driftwood. Especially, do not burn coal in this stove.
Never Use gasoline type fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or other liquid fuels or solid fire starters to start or invigorate the fire. These fuels can possibly generate carbon monoxide, which can sap the supply of oxygen or even create an explosion. Keep all such materials away from the stove.
Never use a wood grate andirons or other device to elevate the fire.
Do not allow logs to rest against or otherwise come in contact with the glass when the door is closed.
Do not slam the door or use it to force wood in to the cookstove.
Never
Never put articles of clothing or candles on a hot cookstove.
Do not connect the cookstove to a flue that is serving another appliance.
Do not set any materials on the cook top that are not intended. The surface will become very hot during operation and even though ignition may or may not take place the heat will melt or burn most objects which may in turn drip into the firebox will may create an ignition.
Other safety guidelines
Keep all combustible items such as furniture, drapes, clothing, and other items,
at least 36" (0.92 m) from the cookstove (See page 100 for more clearance to combustible information)
Install a smoke detector.
Keep a fire extinguisher handy. We recommend the type rated "A B C."
Dispose of ashes properly. (See page 22)
PERIODIC CHECKLIST
Perform each of these tasks at the specified intervals. (While these are to be used as a rule of thumb, HearthStone recommends that a qualified service technician should inspect your wood burning system approximately every other month during the heavy use season)
Every Week:
•Empty ashes from the firebox and ash pan, sooner if the firebox is full.
Every Month:
•Visually inspect chimney connector and chimney for creosote; clean accordingly.
Tap the outside of the pipe to feel for buildup of creosote. If the pipe feels hollow, your pipe is most likely clean and safe for use. If the pipe feels solid or full, it is probably full of creosote and should be cleaned before further use.
Every Other Month:
•A visual inspection of the chimney connector and chimney for creosote is recommended depending upon your use of the stove.
•Check the fuel loading door seal using the "dollar bill test." (When the fire is out and the stove is cool, shut the door on a dollar bill. If the bill pulls out without any resistance, then your stove’s door isn't
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