Safety Information - Spartherm Varia M60h Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING
IF THE INFORMATION IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT CAUSING PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. IMPROPER INSTALLATION,
ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE
INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE
YOUR APPLIANCE. THIS APPLIANCE HAS NOT BEEN TESTED WITH
AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET. TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY,
DO NOT INSTALL AN UNVENTED GAS LOG SET INTO THE APPLIANCE.
• This appliance can be very hot when burning.
• Combustible materials such as firewood, wet clothing, etc. placed too
close can catch fire.
• Children and pets must be kept from touching the appliance when it is
hot.
• The chimney must be sound and free of cracks. Before installing this unit,
contact the local building or fire authority and follow their guidelines.
• Operate only with the door tightly closed.
• Do not use an elevated grate or otherwise raise the fire.
• At least 14 square inches (90,3 square centimeters) of outside air must
be admitted to the room or directly to the unit through a 4´´ (101,6mm)
diameter pipe. Failure to provide this may starve other fuel burning
appliances from an adequate air supply.
• Make sure not to create negative pressure in the installation room, e.g.
by means of an exhaust fan or similar mechanical blower, as this could
affect the combustion oft the fireplace or increase the possibility of
smoke leakage.
• This appliance is designed to burn natural wood only. Higher efficiencies
and lower emissions generally result when burning air dried
• seasoned hardwoods, as compared to softwoods or to green or freshly
cut hardwoods.
• Do not burn green or freshly cut wood.
• Do not start a fire with chemicals or fluids such as gasoline, engine
oil, etc.
• Do not burn treated wood, coal, charcoal, colored paper, cardboard,
solvents or garbage.
• Do not let the appliance become hot enough for any part to glow red.
• KEEP THE STOVE TOP TEMPERATURE BELOW 700°F (371°C). Attempts
to achieve heat output rates that exceed design specifications can result
in steel distortion and damage.
WARNING
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS.
DO NOT TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED.
NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
• IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED.
• READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION.
• LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH PARTY RESPONSIBLE
FOR USE AND OPERATION.
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