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Additional Installation and Operational Considerations
Installation
Person(s) operating a Hardy hydronic heater must comply with all applicable
laws or other requirements, such as state laws or regulations and local
ordinances. Person(s) is/are also responsible for operation in a manner that
does not create a public or private nuisance condition. The distance and stack
height Hardy Mfg. recommends and the requirements in any applicable laws or
other requirements may not always be adequate to prevent nuisance
conditions due to terrain or other factors.
EPA’s Burnwise Program
How to Use a Moisture Meter Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jM2WGgRcnm0
EPA offers tips on how to properly use a moisture meter to test firewood
before using in a wood-burning stove or fireplace. Wet wood can create
excessive smoke which is wasted fuel.
Split, Stack, Cover and Store Video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yo1--Zrh11s
EPA offers four simple steps to properly dry firewood before using in a
wood-burning stove or fireplace. Wet wood can create excessive smoke
which is wasted fuel. Burning dry, seasoned firewood with a moisture
content of 20% or less can save money and help reduce harmful air
pollution.
Wet Wood is a Waste brochure
http://www.epa.gov/burnwise/pdfs/wetwoodwastebrochure.pdf
This tri-fold brochure provides colorful illustrations of the four easy steps
to dry firewood.