Clear Space; Frequently Asked Questions; Opacity (Smoke) - Heatilator ECO-WINS18 Owner's Manual

O. Clear Space
Do NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the
front of fireplace. Figure 15.1.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
• Do NOT place combustible objects within 48
inches in front of the appliance.
• High temperatures may ignite clothing, furniture or
draperies.
Maintain 4 ft (1.22m) clearance to
combustible in front of appliance
Figure 15.1 - Clear Space
P. Frequently Asked Questions
ISSUES
Odor from appliance
Metallic noise
Whirring sound
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When first operated, this appliance may release an odor for the first several hours. This is
caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.
Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to
the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or
longevity of the appliance.
The blower may produce a whirring sound which increases in volume as the speed is
increased.
Odors and vapors released during initial operation.
• Curing of high temperature paint.
• Open windows for air circulation.
Odors may be irritating to sensitive individuals.
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Q. Opacity (Smoke)
Opacity is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is
burning.
Opacity is measured in percent:
• 100% opacity is when an object is totally obscured by
the smoke column from a chimney, and
• 0% opacity means that no smoke column can be seen.
As you become familiar with your appliance, you should peri-
odically check the opacity. This will allow you to know how to
burn as nearly smoke-free as possible (goal of 0% opacity).
NOTICE!
Do NOT operate a circulating fan within close proximity,
approximately 4 ft (1.2m), of appliance
• Can reverse air flow, blowing hot air into appliance
cavity.
• Can damage appliance blower due to overheating.
SOLUTIONS
CAUTION
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