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For altitudes above 2,000 ft. (610M) the appliance should be derated by
four (4%) percent every 1,000 ft. (305M).
To operate safely, your Firestar gas insert must have the proper burner
orifice size determined by the altitude at which it will be operated and other
variables such as pressure and valve tolerances. If you have reason to
believe your insert’s orifice size may be incorrect for your altitude, have it
checked and remedied (if necessary) by a qualified service technician.
Paint Curing
This insert has been painted with a high temperature metallic stove paint.
It leaves the factory dry to the touch, but finishes curing as the insert is
used. Fire the insert four successive times for ten minutes each time with
a five minute cool down between each firing. Ventilate the house during
these first firings as the paint gives off carbon dioxide and unpleasant
odors. It is recommended that persons sensitive to an imbalance in the
indoor air quality avoid the insert during the curing process.
Quiet Operation
GAS NOISE: The sound of gas flowing through the insert may be detectable
while the unit is in operation. This is a normal operating sound, however
if it is objectionable, it can be reduced by turning down the flame. Turning
down the flame will reduce heat output.
BLOWER NOISE: As the insert heats up, the blower will come on to
move hot air through the heat exchanger and into the room. Adjust the
blower speed with the blower control knob to the sound level and air
flow desired.
Blower
Your Firestar™ gas insert comes equipped with a 150 CFM blower with
a variable speed control and an automatic temperature activated On /
Off snap switch.
Operation:
1. Plug the blower power cord into a grounded (three prong) outlet.
This appliance is equipped with a three prong (grounding) plug for
your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly
into a properly grounded three - prong receptacle. Do not cut or
remove the grounding prong from this plug.
2. After the insert warms up, the blower will come on if the speed
control (located at the bottom of the left side door) is left in the on
position. The blower will not operate until the insert is warm.
3. Once the blower comes on, turn the knob to the desired speed. No
further adjustment is necessary, the blower will come on automati-
cally whenever the insert is warm.
4. If you do not wish to have the blower on, turn the knob until it clicks
into the OFF position.
Optional Wall Thermostat
If an optional wall thermostat is to be installed, install the thermostat per
the manufacturers instructions (provided with the thermostat). Failure
to follow manufacturers instructions could result in a malfunction. Pay
special attention to the thermostat location requirements. If the loca-
tion requirements are not adhered to the appliance, erratic operation or
failure may occur.
Do not mount the thermostat where it may be affected by:
• Radiant heat from this appliance, fireplaces, sun or other heat
sources.
• Drafts or dead spots behind doors or in corners.
• Hot or cold air from ducts.
“On-Off” Switch And Thermostat
Your gas insert comes equipped with an “ON-OFF” rocker switch used
to turn the burner on and off while the pilot is on. The switch is located
behind the right side door to the right of the control valve. This switch
can be relocated to the hole provided in the top surround panel by pulling
the two connectors off of the spades on the back of the switch. Then
unscrew the plastic nut on the back side of the switch and pull the switch
forward through the hole. Cut the wire tie holding the switch wire and feed
the wire behind the side flange up to the switch hole in the top flange.
Care must be taken to ensure the wire is kept away from the heat of the
firebox. Reinsert the switch in the hole in the flange, tighten the retaining
nut and push the wire connectors back on the spades. The spades may
need to be carefully bent downward to provide clearance between the
switch and the fireplace facing material.
A millivolt wall thermostat or remote thermostat can be used to supplement
the rocker switch. The thermostat and rocker switch will turn the burner
on and off independently of each other. Be sure to set the rocker switch
to the off position when using the thermostat and set the thermostat to
the lowest temperature when you wish to use the rocker switch only,
otherwise one may override the other.
Follow the instructions included with the thermostat for wiring. Solder
all connections, as good wire connections are critical in millivolt system.
Check with your insert dealer for the proper length and size of the ther-
mostat wire. Both factors effect the function of the thermostat.
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