American Energy Systems T-40 AC, Owner'S Installation And Operation Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS
If this stove is not properly installed, operated and maintained, a serious house fire may result.
Always follow the recommended clearances to combustibles for this stove and the stove
chimney.
This appliance is designed specifically for the use of palletized wood.
Never place wood, paper, furniture, drapes or other combustibles near the stove.
Do not install this stove in locations where gasoline, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, paint
thinner or any other flammable liquid is stored or used.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS TO START OR
“FRESHEN UP” A FIRE IN THIS STOVE.
The floor must be non-combustible or otherwise protected by a non-combustible floor protector.
Follow the instructions in this manual for size and type of floor protection required.
If installing this stove in conjunction with a masonry chimney, be sure the chimney is in good
condition and meets the minimum standards of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Standard 211.
Special methods are required when passing a connector through a wall, or when passing a
chimney through a ceiling or wall. Follow the chimney manufacturer’s instructions and local
building codes.
If installing this stove with a pre-fabricated listed metal chimney, the chimney must be one of the
types listed in this manual.
The chimney or chimney liner must be inspected and cleaned regularly to avoid excessive
creosote and soot build-up. Failure to do so can result in a serious chimney fire which may
damage the chimney and/or cause a house fire.
Repair and replacement of any part of this stove must be done by a trained technician unless
instructions are given in this manual.
DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE ANY
REPAIRS OR CLEANING.
Never place the power cord so that it is under or in front of the stove. Never cut or remove the
grounding prong from the power cord plug. Do not use an adaptor plug. The stove will not
operate unless connected to a power source of 120V, 60HZ and must be properly grounded.
The stove is suitable for use in mobile homes. Read and follow the specific installation
instructions in this manual when installing in a mobile home.
This stove is not to be connected to any air distribution duct. The appliance must be vented
only
to the outside. Never vent the appliance to other rooms or buildings.
THE VIEWING DOOR AND HOPPER DOOR MUST BE CLOSED AND/ OR
LATCHED DURING OPERATION.