Lopi Liberty Owner's Manual
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Liberty Wood Stove
Owner's Manual
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SAFETY NOTICE:

If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result.
For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local
building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
Tested By:
 Copyright 2011, Travis
AMDEL
Industries, Inc.
Dragon Wholesaling Pty. Ltd.
8/26 Stirling St.
$10.00
Unit 2, 16 Lexington Drive
Thebarton, 5031, South Australia
100-01274_000
Bella Vista NSW 2153
TESTED TO: AS/NZS 4013:1999
4111121
Australia
REPORT NUMBER: L4507/94

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  • Page 1: Safety Notice

    Liberty Wood Stove Owner's Manual Save these instructions for future reference SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Liberty wood-burning stove. In purchasing a Liberty you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Liberty is one of the finest appliances the world over.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Door Parts ............24 Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney ... 12     Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney .. 12 Lopi Republic Door ..........24     Exterior Factory Built Chimney ......13 Replacing the Glass ..........24  ...
  • Page 4 Safety Precautions The viewing door must be Gasoline or other flammable closed and latched during liquids must never be used to operation. start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable Never block free airflow through liquids in the vicinity of this the air vents on this appliance.
  • Page 5 Safety Precautions Never try to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless Do not place clothing or other instructions are given in this flammable items on or near this manual. All other work must be appliance. done by a trained technician. Hot while in operation.
  • Page 6: Installation Options

    Features & Specifications Installation Options Features   Freestanding EPA Phase II Approved   Freestanding Hearth Stove .09 Cubic Meter Firebox Volume  Single Operating Control  Accepts Logs Up to 610mm Long  Steel Plate Construction (9.5mm to 6mm) ...
  • Page 7: Planning The Installation

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) SAFETY NOTICE: 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. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
  • Page 8: Floor Protection Requirements

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Floor Protection Requirements • Stove must be placed on the Travis Industries legs or pedestal. • Floor protection must extend to the sides, rear, and front of the stove (see “Clearances” below for minimum floor protection). NOTE: When installed with reduced-clearance connector, the clearance to the backwall may be less than the floor protection requirement.
  • Page 9: Chimney Connector Requirements

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Connector Requirements  The chimney connector must be 6” (150mm) diameter and stainless steel. NOTE: Aluminum or galvanized steel is not allowed – these materials cannot withstand the flue temperatures and may give off toxic fumes when heated. ...
  • Page 10: Chimney Requirements

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Requirements  DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.  DO NOT CONNECT TO OR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCTWORK UNLESS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED FOR SUCH INSTALLATIONS. ...
  • Page 11: Chimney Termination Requirements

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Termination Requirements  Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering).  Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material.  Must terminate at least 3' (914mm) above the roof and at least 2' (610mm) above any portion of the roof within 10' (3.04M) - see Figure 5.
  • Page 12: Standard Ceiling With A Factory Built Chimney

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Cap Standard Ceiling (See the section "Chimney with a Factory Termination Requirements" Follow the chimney Built Chimney for more details) manufacturer's instructions and clearances for roof penetrations. A storm collar and flashing are required Chimney Sections (some require a radiation shield).
  • Page 13: Exterior Factory Built Chimney

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Exterior Factory Follow the chimney Chimney Cap Built Chimney manufacturer's (See the section "Chimney instructions and Termination Requirements" clearances for roof for more details) penetrations. A storm NOTE: collar and flashing are Exterior chimneys are required (some Chimney Sections subject to greater...
  • Page 14: Interior Or Exterior Masonry Chimney

    Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Interior or Exterior NOTE: The chimney must have a Masonry Chimney clay tile liner. If it does not, the installation must use a positive connection (full reline). The entire Clay Liner NOTE: fireplace and chimney must be clean, undamaged, and meet all Must maintain This type of installation is...
  • Page 15: Safety Notice

    Operating Your Appliance Safety Notice If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Read and follow all of the warnings on pages 4 and 5 of this manual. Before Your First Fire Verifying the Installation Before starting the stove, verify that the stove is properly installed and all of the requirements in this...
  • Page 16: Starting A Fire

    Operating Your Appliance Starting a Fire Since the dawn of time man has debated the best way to start a fire. Some use the boy-scout "tee-pee", some prefer the "tic-tac-toe" stack. Either way, review the hints and warnings below to ensure proper fire starting.
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Burn Rate

    Operating Your Appliance Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the stove. See the illustration below for details. Use the air control to change the burn rate. Low Burn High Burn (air control closed) (air control open) Approximate Air Control Settings Overnight Burn...
  • Page 18: Optional Blower Operation

    Operating Your Appliance Optional Blower Operation The blower is available to assist the convection chamber in distributing heat to your home. The directions below detail the options you have with the blower and the best method for operation. HIGH Turn the dial all the way counter- The high position is all the way counter- Turn the dial all the clockwise until it clicks off.
  • Page 19: Hints For Burning

    Operating Your Appliance Hints for Burning  Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn  Use smaller pieces of wood during start-up and high burns to increase temperature  Use larger pieces of wood for overnight or sustained burns ...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Operating Your Appliance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause  Smoke Enters Room During Open the air control (pg. 17).  Start-Up Cold Air Blockage - burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft.  If the flame is not getting enough air, a small crack in the door is all that is needed.
  • Page 21: Daily Maintenance (While Stove Is In Use)

    Maintaining Your Appliance Failure to properly maintain and inspect your appliance may reduce the performance and life of the appliance, void your warranty, and create a fire hazard. Establish a routine for the fuel, wood burner and firing technique. Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows how often you need to clean to be safe.
  • Page 22: Monthly Maintenance (While Appliance Is In Use)

    Maintaining Your Appliance Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Door and Glass Inspection The door must form an air-tight seal to the firebox for the stove to work correctly. Inspect the door gasket to make sure it forms an air-tight seal to the firebox.
  • Page 23: Yearly Maintenance

    Maintaining Your Appliance Yearly Maintenance Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Touch-Up Paint Included with the owner's pack of this appliance is a can of Stove-Brite® paint. To touch up nicks or dulled paint, apply the paint while the appliance is cool.
  • Page 24: Door Parts

    Maintaining Your Appliance Door Parts Lopi Republic Door 1/8” Hex Wrench # 20 Torx Driver NOTE: Place the glass gasket around the perimeter of the door retainer. 9/16" Wrench NOTE: Glue the door gasket to the door retainer. ID #...
  • Page 25: Firebox Parts

    Maintaining Your Appliance Firebox Parts ID # Description Part # ID # Description Part # Air Tubes & Sleeve 98900210 Air Tube Roll Pins 98900357 NOTE: The Australian heater has only one air tube at the rear of the firebox. Air Tube Retainer Sleeve 100-11001 Baffle Support, Front "Y"...
  • Page 26: Air Tube Removal & Replacement

    Maintaining Your Appliance Air Tube Removal & Replacement All three air tubes are identical. Air Tube Collar Air Tube Remove the left pin on the air tube collar Roll Pin Slide the air tube to the left, swing it down and remove from the firebox. Baffle Removal &...
  • Page 27: Warranty

    Limited 7 Year Warranty Warranty To register your Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to:. Dragon Wholesaling Pty. Ltd., Unit 2, 16 Lexington Drive, Bella Vista NSW 2153, Australia. DRAGON WHOLESALING warrants this appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call.
  • Page 28 Limited 7-Year Warranty CONDITIONS & EXCLUSIONS 1. This new appliance must be installed by a qualified installer. It must be installed, operated, and maintained at all times in accordance with the instructions in the Owner’s Manual. Any alteration, willful abuse, accident, neglect, or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty. 2.
  • Page 29: Listing Label

    Listing Label Listing Label The listing label (safety label) is attached to the back of the stove. A copy is shown below. LOPI LIBERTY FREESTANDING TESTED BY: AMDEL THEBARTON SOUTH AUSTRALIA 1999 MAXIMUM AVERAGE HEAT OUTPUT BURNING HARDWOOD = 11.4 KW OVERALL AVERAGE EFFICIENCY BURNING HARDWOOD = 63.6%...
  • Page 30: Stove Leg Installation

    Optional Equipment Stove Leg Installation Part Numbers: Brass # 99200500, Cast Black # 99200800, Sculptured Steel # 99200105  Raise the stove 8" (use lumber). Attach each leg following the instructions below. Attach each leg to the stove by inserting a bolt and washer through the hole or slot in the leg and into the threaded hole on the stove.
  • Page 31: Rear Blower Installation (Part # 99000138)

    Optional Equipment Rear Blower Installation (Part # 99000138) The rear blower improves heat transfer by pushing heated air through the convection channel. Operating instructions are described in the section "Blower Operation". The stove should be in place with the legs installed prior to installing the rear blower. Follow the directions below to install the thermodisk.
  • Page 32 Index Additional Accessories Needed for Installation .. 7 Listing Label ............. 29 Adjusting the Burn Rate ........17 Monthly Maintenance ........22 Air Tube Removal & Replacement ....26 Normal Operating Sounds ....... 18 Approximate Air Control Settings ..... 17 Opening the Door ..........

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