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Labeling and Terminology
The outdoor furnace and this owner's manual use the
following terms and symbols to bring attention to the
presence of hazards of various risk levels and important
information concerning the use and maintenance of the
furnace.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING:
Indicates presence of a hazard which
can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage if ignored.
CAUTION:
Indicates presence of a hazard which will
or can cause minor personal injury or property damage
if ignored.
NOTE:
Indicates supplementary information worthy
of particular attention relating to installation, operation,
or maintenance of the furnace but is not related to a
hazardous condition.
Be sure to follow all instructions and related precautions
as they are meant for your safety and protection. Store
this manual in a readily accessible location for future
reference.
Foreword
This manual is to be used as a guideline for the
installation, operation and maintenance of the Maxim
Wood Pellet Furnace. This manual is organized into
thirteen sections for easy reference.
Section 1 – General Information;
Section 2 – Location and Foundation;
Section 3 – Electrical;
Section 4 – Ignitor Operation;
Section 5 – Chimney;
Section 6 – System Installation;
Section 7 – Filling System with Water and
Purging Air;
Section 8 – Operating Instructions;
Section 9 – Routine Maintenance;
Section 10 – Troubleshooting;
Section 11 – Decals;
Section 12 – Wiring Diagram
Anyone owning or operating this outdoor furnace must
read, fully understand, and follow all of the information
in this manual.
NOTE: In higher populated areas, extend
the chimney to a height above the roofs of
surrounding buildings (see Chimney Height in
the Chimney section).
NOTE: The outdoor furnace may be connected
to an existing boiler system or hot water heating
system by a qualified installer only. However, the
outdoor furnace must not be pressurized.
INTRODUCTION
