Masport Geneva
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Owners Installation and Operation Manual
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IMPORTANT: All clearances listed are the
MINIMUM required and must be strictly
followed.
This appliance is certified for installation on a
solid combustible surface, such as a wood floor,
vinyl or carpeting.
The following pages provide diagrams for safe
clearances to combustibles.
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To clean the stove, make sure the appliance
is off and cold. Remove the logs and embers.
The logs must be handled with extreme
care, they are fragile. Use a vacuum to
clean burner and air openings in the bottom
and back of the appliance. Carefully replace
the logs and embers.
•
Fire Extinguisher: 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
appliance, 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.
••••
Smoke Detectors & Carbon Monoxide
Detectors: Install at least one smoke detector
on each floor of your home to ensure your
safety. It should be located away from the
gas appliance and close to the sleeping
areas. Follow the smoke detector
manufacturers placement installation and
maintenance instructions. Your local Fire
Department may provide assistance in
selecting smoke detectors and CO-detectors.
It is strongly recommended, for your family’s
protection, that a CO-detector be placed in all
homes that utilize gas in any form.
•
The appliance vent should be enclosed when
installed in or passing through a living area,
where children may come in contact with it.
•
Only vent terminations specified may be used
with this stove.
•
Venting terminals shall not be recessed into a
wall or siding.
1) Wear gloves and safety glasses for
protection.
2) Exercise extreme caution when using ladders
or when on roof tops.
3) Be aware of electric wiring locations in walls
and ceilings.
4) Use a back support when doing any
heavy lifting.
GENERAL SAFETY (HOMEOWNER)
VENTING SAFETY
Please note the following key points
regarding the location of your appliance:
•
A sufficient gas pressure is required to supply
the unit with a minimum inlet pressure
•
Allow adequate accessibility clearances for
servicing and proper operation.
•
Allow adequate clearance to combustibles.
•
Consider the termination location.
•
A suitable power outlet is required to provide
power to the fan.
PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Installation Instructions—Safety
FOR THE INSTALLER
Ensure, as in any installation, that structural
members are not cut or weakened during
installation .
When installing the appliance in a mobile or
manufactured home, it must be securely
anchored to the floor by means of the anchor
provided in the mobile home kit. Also ensure
that proper grounding is provided by using a
#8 grounding lug, wire and a star washer.
