Codes; Safety Information - HearthStone Green Mountain 40 Owner's Manual

C
ODES
When you install your
woodstove, it is imperative that you adhere to all
Federal and local codes. Obtain these codes from
either of the following sources:
American National Standards Institute, Inc. (ANSI)
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018
www.ansi.org
National Fire Protection Association, Inc. (NFPA)
Battery March Park
Quincy, MA 02269
www.nfpa.org
If you are installing your Green Mountain 40 in a
mobile or manufactured home, follow the guidelines
described in the Manufactured Home Construction
and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(United States).
S I
AFETY NFORMATION
Read and understand this Owner's Manual
thoroughly before installing and using this
stove.
Make sure to install your stove:
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According to the manufacturer's
recommendations
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In accordance with all applicable codes
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With the proper sized chimney
When using your stove, follow these safety
precautions:
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Never modify this stove in any way.
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Never burn kiln dried, painted or treated wood in
this stove.
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DO NOT BURN GARBAGE. Never burn
garbage or trash, colored or glossy paper,
solvents, plywood, artificial logs, cardboard, or
driftwood, in this stove.
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Never burn coal in this stove.
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DO NOT BURN FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.
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DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO
START THE FIRE.
kerosene, charcoal
flammable fluids to start or invigorate the fire.
These fuels will cause dangerous burning
conditions in the stove. Keep all such materials
away from the stove.
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Green Mountain 40
Never use gasoline,
lighter fluid, or other
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Never use a wood grate or other device to
elevate the fire.
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Never allow logs in the firebox to hit the glass
when the door is closed.
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Never slam the door or use the door to force
wood in to the stove.
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Never over-fire your stove. (See page 23)
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Never put articles of clothing or candles on a hot
stove.
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Never connect the stove to a flue used by
another appliance.
Other safety guidelines:
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Keep all combustible items such as furniture,
drapes, clothing, and other items, at least 36"
(0.92 m) from the stove (See page 8)
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Install a smoke detector, preferably in an area
away from your wood stove.
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Keep a fire extinguisher handy. We recommend
the type rated "A B C."
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Dispose of ashes properly. (See page 23)
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Keep children and pets away from the stove
when it is burning; they could be seriously
injured by touching a hot stove.
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Clean your chimney system as needed. (See
page 28)
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Outside combustion air may be required if:
1. This solid-fuel-fired appliance does not
draw steadily, smoke rollout occurs, fuel
burns poorly, or back-drafts occur whether
or not there is combustion present.
2. Existing fuel-fired equipment in the house,
such as fireplaces or other heating
appliances, smell, do not operate properly,
suffer smoke roll-out when opened, or
back-draft whether or not there is
combustion present.
3. Opening a window slightly on a calm
(windless) day alleviates any of the above
symptoms.
4. The house is equipped with a well-sealed
vapor barrier and tight fitting windows
and/or has any powered devices that
exhaust house air.
5. There is excessive condensation on
windows in the winter.
6. A ventilation system is installed in the
house.
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