Masport MATAKANA 1200, Installation & Operation Instructions

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5.0 Matakana 1200 - Operations
Before the first light-up, make sure that the Matakana 1200 fire is installed correctly
and signed off by an approved installer. All local council's wood fire permission or
permit requirements have been completed satisfactorily.
5.1 Important safety Warnings & Cautions
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the appliance's use by a person responsible for
their safety.
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Please do not leave children or toddlers unattended near the alighted fire and keep them well
away from the fire when in use.
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Young children or toddlers are susceptible to accidental contact burns and must not operate
the cooking fire and ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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This appliance must only be used for cooking/heating purposes only.
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The operator is responsible for the safety of all third parties while this appliance is in use.
Onlookers should keep a safe distance away from the appliance.
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Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is alight, and the operator should remain near
the appliance at all the times it is alight and pay attention to the food being cooked.
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The use of alcohol, prescription, or non-prescription drugs may impair consumers' ability to use
this appliance safely.
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Parts of the appliance do get extremely hot and could cause severe burns. Use gloves
provided while operating and touch test the surface before applying a firm grip. The various
parts of the installation can be very hot even after the fire has burnt out.
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Do not store garden waste, chemicals, or flammable materials near this appliance.
 Always keep clothing, firewood, furnishing, and other combustible materials at a safe distance
from the fire.
 Do not spray aerosols near the appliance.
 Do not use flammable liquids or aerosols to start or rekindle a fire
 Do not place any combustible in front of the fire as some firewood may spit sparks
 Do not overfire the appliance – Follow the fire loading guidelines.
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Always wear the gloves provided when operating or cooking the appliance.
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Do not attempt to clean or maintain the fire when in use or with hot embers in the firebox.
Ensure that embers and other fire parts have cooled down completely before starting ash
removal or other maintenance.
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Do not put the weather cover until the fire has cooled down completely.
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This appliance should always be installed, operated & maintained as per instructions given in
this manual
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Do not use the fire if there is a malfunction, a suspicion of breakage, or unusual noises.
Contact your nearest Masport dealer or customer service team at Glen Dimplex New Zealand.
Failure to follow above warnings, cautionary measures and
instruction given in this installation and operation manual will
void the Masport warranty of this product and may void your
fire insurance.