Operating Instructions; Your Wood Appliance; Fire Safety; Over Firing - Hearth and Home Technologies Expedition-I Manual

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Operating Instructions

HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
• Do not touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
• High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture,
flammable materials away.
If you expect that children may come into contact with this
appliance, we recommend a barrier such as a decorative
screen. See your dealer for suggestions.
A. Your Wood Appliance
Surround:
Cast or Flat
Metal
Blower Controls
Convection Fan
Figure 9.1 - General Operating Parts
Do not operate appliance before reading and
understanding operating instructions. Failure
to operate appliance according to operating
instructions could cause fire or injury.
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draperies and
Door Handle
ACC Start-up Air
Control
WARNING
B. Fire Safety
To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be
given serious consideration:
1. Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your
home to ensure your safety. They should be located away
from the heating appliance and close to the sleeping
areas. Follow the smoke detector manufacturer's
placement and installation instructions, and be sure to
maintain regularly.
2. A conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher to
contend with small fires resulting from burning embers.
3. A CO detector should be installed in the room with
the appliance.
4. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.
other
5. A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows:
- In the event of a chimney fire:
─ Evacuate the house immediately
─ Notify fire department.
C. Over firing
Fire Risk. Do not over-fire.
Over-firing may ignite creosote or will damage
the appliance and chimney.
To prevent over-firing your appliance, DO NOT:
• Use flammable liquids.
• Overload with wood.
• Burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber.
• Permit too much air to the fire.
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