Yukon LWO-112, Owner'S Manual

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Safety Statements
STOP FOR SAFETY!
Safe assembly, operating and maintenance practices should always be
followed whenever using any equipment. Wherever you see the caution sign,
extra safety precautions should be taken.
You must stop, read, and carefully follow the safety instructions before proceeding.
READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE MANUAL
It is recommended to read through the entire manual before beginning your
installation and/or operating your furnace. Follow all steps exactly.
UL LABEL AND NFPA PRACTICES
Areas of this manual refer to Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
UL & NFPA are non-profit organizations. This furnace must be installed according to NFPA codes.
UL is the oldest and largest public safety testing laboratory in the world. All furnaces in this manual are Listed by
the UL. They have passed all safety and efficiency requirements for both gas and oil in the U.S. The UL Listing
label is also your assurance that UL employees inspect our furnaces during the manufacturing process. This can
happen several times a year on an unannounced basis.
NFPA Codes, Standards, recommended practices, and guides referred to in this document are approved by the
American National Standards Institute. State and local codes are adopted from these standards.
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DANGERS-CAUTION - FIRE HAZARDS
(BURN WOOD LOGS OR COAL ONLY)
Ducts and Plenums shall be constructed entirely of sheet metal
Do Not use flammable liquids to start a fire.
Do Not attempt to light a wood fire when gas or oil vapors are present.
Do Not install on a combustible floor.
In the event of an electrical power failure, be sure ash door and fire door remain closed.
Do Not install a power humidifier on warm air plenum.
Store all ashes in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. Allow ashes to cool before disposing of them.
Be sure there is a sufficient supply of outside combustion air to the area where the furnace is located.
Keep smoke pipe connection as short as possible with a minimum of 1-inch rise per linear foot from the
furnace to the chimney opening. Smoke pipe shall be 24 gauge galvanized or black pipe.
Before servicing, allow furnace to cool. Shut off electricity.
Familiarize yourself with this wood burning furnace before leaving it unattended.
Follow a regular service and maintenance schedule of furnace and chimney.
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIMNEY FIRE, CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND THEN BE SURE ALL FURNACE
DOORS ARE CLOSED TIGHTLY. TURN OFF ELECTRIC POWER TO FURNACE.