June 9, 2017
7061-196H
11
Explorer II
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Do NOT burn wet or green wood.
•
Store wood in dry location.
•
Stack wood so both ends are exposed to air.
Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of
creosote.
Fire Risk.
WARNING
INCORRECT POSITIONS
H. Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement
Ceramic Blanket and Baffle Board are NOT
in contact with the back of the firebox.
Ceramic Blanket is NOT in contact with the
back of the firebox and NOT even with the Baf
-
fle Board in the front.
Ceramic Blanket is bunched up at the back of the
firebox and NOT even with the Baffle Board in the
front.
Ceramic Blanket
Back of Firebox
Baffle Board
Figure 11.2
Figure 11.1
CORRECT POSITION
WARNING
Fire Risk
Firebox damage due to improper baffle placement
is not covered by warranty. Operate the wood
burning appliance with the baffle in the correct po
-
sition only.
Not doing so could result in:
• Reduced efficiency
• Overheating the chimney
• Overheating the rear of the firebox
• Poor performance
Ensure correct baffle placement and replace baffle com
po-
nents if damaged or missing.
Ceramic Blanket and Baffle Board MUST be in
contact with the back of the firebox and even with
each other in the front.
Ceramic Blanket
Back of Firebox
Baffle Board
Baffle Retainer Bracket
CAUTION
The baffle boards are FRAGILE. Use extreme caution when
loading firewood to prevent:
• Cracking, breaking or damaging the baffle boards
DO NOT operate the appliance without baffle boards
