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Save These Instructions
Vermont Castings • Aspen 1920 Owner's Manual_R32 • 08/17
A. Fuel Specifications
Select only
dry, seasoned wood
. Wood for burning should
never be exposed to rain or extremely damp conditions.
Hardwoods are favored because they are heavier and
contain more heating capacity (BTU’s) per load than do
softwoods. Fuel wood should be split and stored under cover
for “seasoning” - at least a year is recommended. Your stove
is not an incinerator - do not burn garbage, painted or treated
wood, plastic, or other debris.
Keep the area around the stove free from clutter. Keep
all combustibles, including fuel, beyond the code-required
clearance distance (48" or 1215mm in the U.S., 1525mm or
60" in Canada). Never store fuel in front of the stove where
it could interfere with door operation, safe loading, and ash
removal.
B. General Information
Before you install and operate your Aspen wood stove, please
read the entire contents of this manual. Pay particular attention
to the explanation of draft and its effect on stove performance in
the Installation section. By following the installation and
operating guidelines, you will ensure proper draft and gain
maximum efficiency and enjoyment from your stove.
Do not alter the position of the andirons. Building a fire
too close to the glass may cause damage to the glass,
creating a serious risk of fire and property damage
.
SAFETY NOTICE
IF THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,
OPERATED AND MAINTAINED, A HOUSE FIRE MAY
RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY, FOLLOW INSTALLATION
DIRECTIONS. CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR
FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATION INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN
YOUR AREA.
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Operating Instructions
CAUTION
!
Approved for use with wood fuel only. The use of any
other fuel will void the product warranty and may
cause damage to the appliance and/or your home.
"NEVER USE GASOLINE, GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN
FUEL, KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID, OR
SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR "FRESHEN UP " A
FIRE IN THIS HEATER. KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS
WELL AWAY FROM THE HEATER WHILE IN USE".
WARNING
!
ALWAYS WEAR FIRE RETARDANT GLOVES WHEN
OPERATING THE STOVE.
CAUTION
!
BURNING COLORED PAPER, CARDBOARD,
SOLVENTS, TRASH AND GARBAGE OR ALTERING
THE STOVE FOR HIGHER HEAT OUTPUT MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE STOVE AND COULD RESULT IN
A HOUSE FIRE. USE ONLY APPROVED FUELS AND
FOLLOW ONLY THESE OPERATION GUIDELINES.
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPTHA, OR ENGINE OIL.
