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Date Printed: 4/28/11
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OM KE/PE 1006
Version 1.11 Revised: DApril 2011
Safety
SAFETY WARNING
IF THIS STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW
THE INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR NEW STOVE. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTIONS:
1.
NEVER
vent the stove to other rooms of the building. Stove must be vented ONLY to the outside.
2.
NEVER
use a chimney or chimney connector smaller than the stove exhaust, unless approved by your local
inspector.
3.
NEVER
vent the stove into a "Class B" gas vent chimney.
4.
NEVER
burn materials other than natural wood. DO NOT burn trash, garbage, artificial or paper logs, gift wrappings,
coal, lighter fluids, chemical cleaners, chemical starters, treated or painted wood, driftwood or foil-backed paper such
as gum wrappers or cigarette packages. Burn natural wood only.
5.
NEVER
intentionally start a chimney fire to clean the flue.
6.
NEVER
burn the stove so hot that the stove or chimney connector begins to glow.
7.
NEVER
burn the stove with the loading door open.
CHIMNEY FIRE
In the event of a fire in the chimney:
A. Adjust the thermostat to its lowest setting.
B. Check that the Loading Door is tightly closed.
C. Get everyone out of the house.
D. Call the Fire Department immediately.
E. Check the roof for burning embers that might cause a fire.
Your family should have a prearranged plan so that each person will know what to do and will act immediately if such an
emergency arises.
After the fire is out, have your chimney inspected by a Building Inspector or certified chimney sweep. Any damaged
chimney components should be replaced before the stove is used again. A masonry chimney that is damaged should be
repaired or rebuilt. Contact your Fire Department for further advice.
SMOKE DETECTORS
Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your home to ensure your safety. It should be located away from the
woodstove and close to the sleeping areas. Locating a smoke detector too close to a woodstove can cause the smoke
detector alarm to sound if a puff of smoke is emitted while the woodstove door is open during reloading. Follow the
smoke detector manufacturers placement, installation, and maintenance instructions. Your local Fire Department may
provide assistance in selecting smoke detectors, or in the U.S.A. contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission,
Washington, D.C. 20207.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Every home should have at least one fire extinguisher. An approved "Class A-B-C" extinguisher should' be mounted on
the wall, near an exit and close to the stove -- but not so close that accessibility to the extinguisher could be blocked by a
fire. Your local fire department can advise you concerning the most appropriate location.
BUILDING AND FIRE CODES, PERMITS, AND INSPECTIONS
The installation of this woodstove must comply with your local building and fire codes. Always contact your local Building
Inspector and/or Fire Department before beginning the installation process. If required, obtain a permit before installation
and have the completed installation inspected. Remember that noncompliance with building and/or fire codes may
jeopardize your homeowner's insurance.
CHILDREN
Do not allow children to play near the stove or with the controls. Severe burns may be inflicted by touching the door or
door glass, the front, sides or top of the stove. Train children to stay away from the stove and never leave children
unattended in the room when the stove is in operation.
CHIMNEYS
See "Definitions,” page 8. The use of makeshift chimney installation is not allowed'.
Before connecting any wood-burning unit to an existing chimney, inspect the chimney to be sure it is in good condition.
There must be no cracks or holes. Often it is impossible to see these from the outside. A certified chimney sweep should
inspect your chimney and give you an accurate assessment of its condition.