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The left combustion control lever is the Activator. When starting a fire or adding a new load of wood, the
Activator must be pushed in to allow maximum air to enter the firebox. The right combustion control lever is the
Burn Rate Selector. The Burn Rate Selector can slide sideways to achieve different burn rates. When the Burn
Rate Selector is positioned to the left, a maximum burn rate is achieved and when it is positioned to the right, a
minimum burn rate is set. Keeping the Burn Rate Selector to the right will burn the wood slower. Keeping the
Burn Rate Selector to the left will provide a stronger fire and keep the glass of the fireplace cleaner for longer.
Adjust the burn rate according to your heating requiremments and the quality of your wood. The combustion air
control will automatically and gradually close the primary air source to the selected burn rate setting (right
lever) with the presence of heat to maximize the burn time.
NOTE:
The Burn Rate Selector can remain at the same setting at all times if the burn rate is satisfactory.
However, the Activator must be pushed in when starting a fire or when adding a new load of wood.
WARNING: The combustion air openings should never be obstructed.
WARNING: Never manipulate the Combustion Air Control with bare hands as it gets hot when the
FUSION 18 is in operation. Use the Cold Hand Key to adjust the Combustion Air Control.
WARNING: This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It
is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner
inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.
4.4 Starting a Fire
The FUSION 18 has patented technologies and innovative features that make
starting a fire quick and easy. Before starting a fire, assure that all the safety
precautions mentioned in the owner’s manual are being respected. The following
instructions describe starting a fire in FUSION 18 fireplace using a “top-down”
approach, which results in a cleaner, more efficient, and longer burn:
a) Place two logs in the firebox. The logs should sit directly on the hearth. Do
not use a fireplace grate.
b) Place a third log at angle above the two logs of step a).
c) Place a fourth log above the logs of step a) and step b) (tilted upwards),
which will result in a “pocket” at the center of the firebox.
d) Push the left combustion control lever (the Activator) inwards.
e) Slide the right combustion control lever (the Burn Rate Selector) to the
desired burn rate. Positioning the Burn Rate Selector towards the left is for
maximum burn rate and towards the right is for minimum burn rate.
f) Place and ignite a firestarter within the “pocket”. Make sure that the
firestarter is visible from the opening (facing the front) and directly below
the logs of step b) and step c).
g) Once the firestarter is well lit, close the door. Do not leave the door open
for more than 2 minutes.
CAUTION:
The wood should be placed away from the door to avoid damage
to the glass.
WARNINGS:
Over firing the unit may result in overheating and can damage the fireplace and/or result
in fire hazards. The maximum firewood load must not exceed 4 medium sized logs (approximately 25
pounds). This fireplace has been designed to burn with the door closed. When the fireplace is being
used, the door should remain closed at all times. Failing to do so is a safety hazard, will damage the
fireplace and void the warranty.
Figure 22: Non-recommended
Wood Configuration
Figure 23: Recommended Wood
Configuration
