K-180
| Rev. 190829
This manual describes the installation and operation of the Kuma Model K-180 Catalytic equipped wood
heater. This heater meets the 2020 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s cord wood emission
limits for wood heaters sold after May 15, 2020. Under specific test conditions (ASTM 3053-2017) this
heater has been shown to deliver heat at rates ranging from 10,614 to 32,121 Btu/hr. and an efficiency of
81.0% (High Heating Value). Please visit
https://www.kumastoves.com/content/page/EPA
for a detailed
explanation of stove efficiencies. Particulate emissions are 0.72 grams per hour and average CO emissions
are 0.10 grams per minute.
Please read the safety precautions and the entire installation and operation
instructions carefully. Failure to properly install and maintain your wood stove
can result in an unsafe condition.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SECTION 2 - SPECIFCATIONS
SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 4 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 5 - CATALYST INFORMATION
SECTION 6 - MAINTENANCE
SECTION 7 - TROUBLESHOOTING
SECTION 8 - WARRANTY
