Harman 300i Wood Insert
6
For Installation In Masonry Fireplace Only
FOR USE IN THE U.S. AND CANADA
general Considerations
draft
Before you install and operate your 300i woodburning
insert, please read the entire contents of this
manual. Pay particular attention to the explanation
of draft and its effect on insert performance in
the Installation section. By following the installation
and operating guidelines, you will ensure proper draft
and gain maximum efficiency and enjoyment from your
insert.
Fuel
Your insert burns wood very efficiently. Here are
some guidelines concerning log size and moisture
content that will help you obtain the best performance.
Select hardwoods if possible, as they are heavier
and contain more heating capacity (BTU’s) per load
than do softwoods. Wood should be split and stored
under cover for “seasoning", a year is recommended.
Your insert is not an incinerator-do not burn garbage,
painted or treated wood, plastic, or other debris.
Keep the area around the insert free from clutter.
Keep all combustibles, including fuel, beyond the
code-required clearance distance (48" or 1215 mm in
the U.S., 1525 mm or 60" in Canada). Never store fuel
in front of the insert where it could interfere with door
operation, safe loading, and ash removal
.
Curing Paint.
As you begin to operate your insert at higher
temperatures, you will notice a “hot” or unpleasant
smell; this is just the paint going through the curing
process, and will disappear after a few fires.
CAuTION: hOT whIlE IN OPErATION, kEEP
ChIldrEN, ClOThINg ANd FurNITurE AwAY.
CONTACT mAY CAuSE SkIN burNS.
Operation
The Insert
doors
Your insert has a large glass-paneled door for
loading and fire viewing. To open the glass door, lift
the handle upward and pull open; to close the door,
push the door closed, and press down on the handle
to latch.
The door must be closed while the insert is in
normal operation, and the gaskets routinely examined
for wear and replaced when necessary. Good door
seals are important for maintaining control of the
insert. Operating the insert with the door inadequately
sealed, could create a serious over-firing condition
(discussed later in this section).
The glass used in your insert is manufactured to
exact standards to withstand the high heat of the fire.
Like all glass, it must be treated with common sense
and care. Never abuse the glass by slamming the
door shut or striking the glass with a heavy object.
Do not clean the glass while it is hot. If the glass
is broken or damaged, do not operate the insert
until it has been replaced (See instructions in the
Maintenance section.)
Operating As A Fireplace
To operate as a fireplace, open the damper and
keep it open. Next, open the door and place the
optional screen (part number
3-40-06960
) over the
door opening. Check for smoke spillage into the
room. If smoke is escaping into the room, remove
the screen and close the door. Always wear gloves
when placing or removing the screen.
wArNINg! FIrEPlACE STOvES EQuIPPEd
wITh dOOrS ShOuld bE OPErATEd ONlY
wITh ThE dOOr(S) FullY OPEN, wITh ThE
SCrEEN IN PlACE, Or FullY ClOSEd. IF
dOOrS ArE lEFT PArTlY OPEN, gAS ANd
FlAmE mAY bE drAwN OuT OF ThE FIrEPlACE
STOvE OPENINg, CrEATINg rISkS FrOm bOTh
FIrE ANd SmOkE.
Andirons
The andirons keep the fuel from coming in direct
contact with the glass, and keep hot coals and
embers from spilling out while reloading. Never build
a fire directly against the glass. Always keep the fuel
load behind the andirons.
Do not use a grate or otherwise elevate the fire.
Build the fire directly on the insert's brick floor.
do not burn garbage or flammable fluids
such as gasoline, naptha, or engine oil.
Summary of Contents for 300i
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