Vermont Castings • Apsen C3 Installation Manual_R2 • 2019 - ___ • 07/19
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8390-950i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Alert Key:
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DANGER!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided
will result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided
could result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION!
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
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NOTICE:
Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property.
Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in
property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
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1 Important Safety Information
A. Appliance Certification
.............................................3
B. BTU & Efficiency Specifications
...............................3
C. Mobile Home Approved (USA & Canada)
................3
D. Glass Specifications
................................................3
E. Non-Combustible Materials
.....................................4
F. Combustible Materials .............................................4
G. California Safety Information
...................................4
2 Getting Started
A. Design & Installation Considerations
.......................5
B. Fire Safety
...............................................................5
C. Negative Pressure
...................................................5
D. Tools And Supplies Needed
.....................................6
E. Inspect Appliance and Components
........................6
F. Install Checklist
........................................................7
3 Dimensions and Clearances
A. Appliance Dimensions .............................................8
B. Hearth Protection Requirements
.............................9
C. Clearances to Combustibles ....................................10
D. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney
........................12
E. Chimney Termination Requirements
........................12
F. Chimney Location (2-10-3 Rule)
..............................13
4 Chimney Systems
A. Venting & Draft Management
...................................14
B. Venting Components
..............................................15
C. Chimney Systems
....................................................15
D. Installing Chimney Components
..............................17
5 Appliance Set-Up
A. Removing Unit From Skid
........................................18
B. Install Stove Legs
....................................................18
C. Smoke, CO Detectors & Safety Tips
........................18
6 Mobile Home Installation
.........................................19
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