HearthStone Green Mountain Insert 70 Owner's Manual page 5

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When installed and operated as described in
these instructions, the Green Mountain Insert 70
wood insert is suitable for use in residential
installations. The Green Mountain Insert 70
wood insert is not intended for installation in a
bedroom.
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The information given on the certification label
affixed to the appliance always overrides the
information published, in any other media
(owner's manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines
and web sites).
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Mixing of appliance components from different
sources or modifying components may result in
hazardous conditions. Where any such changes
are planned, HearthStone should be contacted
in advance.
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Any modification of the appliance that has not
been approved in writing by the testing authority
violates CSA B365 (Canada), and ANSI NFPA
211 (USA).
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Connect this insert only to a listed stainless steel
chimney liner for use with solid fuel.
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If required, a supply of combustion air shall be
provided to the room.
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Do not connect to or use in conjunction with any
air distribution ductwork unless specifically
approved for such installation.
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Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue
serving another appliance.
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The insert and its stainless steel chimney liner
are to be installed only within a lined masonry
chimney and masonry fireplace conforming to
building codes for use with solid fuel. Do not
remove bricks or mortar from the existing
fireplace when installing the insert.
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In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for
Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment
and the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical
Code are to be followed in the absence of local
code requirements. In the USA, the ANSI NFPA
211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents
and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances and the ANSI
NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are to be
followed in the absence of local code
requirements.
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This insert must be installed with a continuous
chimney liner of 6" diameter extending from the
insert to the top of the chimney. The chimney
liner must conform to the Class 3 requirements
of CAN/ULC-S635, Standard for Lining Systems
Hearthstone Quality Home Heating Products, Inc ®
for Existing Masonry or Factory-built Chimneys
and Vents, or CAN/ULC-S640, Standard for
Lining Systems for New Masonry Chimneys.
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The insert is not approved for use with a so-
called "positive flue connection" to the clay tile of
a masonry chimney.
When using your fireplace insert, follow these
safety precautions:
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Never burn kiln dried, painted or treated wood in
this fireplace insert.
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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 fireplace insert.
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Never burn coal in this fireplace insert.
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DO NOT BURN FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.
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DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO
START THE
kerosene, charcoal
flammable fluids to start or invigorate the fire.
These fuels will cause dangerous burning
conditions in the fireplace insert. Keep all such
materials away from the fireplace insert.
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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 fireplace insert.
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Never over-fire your fireplace insert. (See page
27)
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Never put articles of clothing or candles on a hot
fireplace insert.
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Never connect the fireplace insert 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 fireplace insert (See page
114)
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Install a smoke detector, preferably in an area
away from your wood fireplace insert.
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Keep a fire extinguisher handy. We recommend
the type rated "A B C."
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FIRE. Never use gasoline,
lighter fluid, or
Green Mountain Insert 70 (Model 8450)
other