Hearthstone
Clydesdale Fireplace Insert Model 8491
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Safety Information
Read and understand this Owner's Manual
thoroughly before installing and using this
Fireplace Insert.
Make sure to install your Fireplace Insert:
According to the manufacturer's
recommendations.
In accordance with all applicable codes.
With the proper sized chimney.
When using your Fireplace Insert:
Warn children and others unfamiliar with
woodstoves of the danger of touching hot,
radiating surfaces of your Fireplace Insert. For
your additional safety, obtain hearth and stove
guards through your local dealer.
Follow recommended break-in procedure as
outlined in this manual.
Burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies and
lower emissions result when burning air-dried,
seasoned wood, as compared to green or
freshly cut wood.
Use caution when loading firewood into a hot
stove.
Inspect the stovepipe, chimney connector and
chimney, as recommended.
Follow these safety precautions:
Never
modify this Fireplace Insert in any way,
especially the primary air control system.
Never
burn kiln dried wood, painted or treated
wood, solvents, trash, plywood, colored or
glossy paper, plastic, artificial logs, cardboard,
coal, or driftwood.
Especially, do not burn
coal in this Fireplace Insert.
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. Keep all
such materials away from the Fireplace Insert.
Never
use a log grate 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 the door to force
wood in to the Fireplace Insert.
Never
over-fire your Fireplace Insert
Never
put articles of clothing or candles on a hot
Fireplace Insert.
Do Not
connect the Fireplace Insert to a flue
that is serving another appliance.
Other safety guidelines
As a general rule, keep all combustible items
such as furniture, drapes, clothing, and other
items, at least 36" (0.92 m) from the Fireplace
Insert
Install a smoke detector, preferably in an area
away from your wood Fireplace Insert.
Install a CO detector as a rule. Wood burning
appliances can generate little CO, but oil and
gas burning appliances can produce huge
amounts if not operating properly.
Keep a fire extinguisher handy. We recommend
the type rated "A B C."
Dispose of ashes properly.
Keep children and pets away from the stove;
they could be burned by touching a hot stove.
Clean your chimney system as needed.
