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specifications without notice.
MH-RFG-W
Revised November 2009
Wood Stone Corporation
1801 W. Bakerview Rd.
Bellingham, WA 98226 USA
Toll Free (800) 578-6836
Tel (360) 650-1111
Fax (360) 734-0223
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www.woodstonehome.com
Mountain Series Installation and Operation Manual
SaFetY ConSiderationS
Solid fuel exhaust contains creosote and other substances that accumulate in ducting, creating a risk of fire. The rate
of accumulation will vary with respect to flue gas temperature, wood type and moisture content. Frequent, regularly
scheduled, thorough flue cleaning is the best way to minimize the risk of flue fires.
When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form
creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool appliance flue of a slow-burning fire. As a result, creosote
residue accumulates in the duct. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The duct serving this appliance
should be inspected at least twice a month during the first two months of operation, to establish rate of creosote buildup
and necessary cleaning schedule. If creosote or soot has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a flue
fire. The interior floor and dome of the appliance do not require creosote or soot removal. The appliance flue and exhaust
system will require inspection and cleaning. The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned per the manufacturer's
and or local code official's recommendations.
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIdERATIONS
CREOSOTE - ANd THE NEEd FOR ITS REMOvAL
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
