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SETTLER 500 SERIES
SETTLER C500
SETTLER I500
SETTLER RANCH
INSTALLATION
&
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Serial Number of Heater: ____________
Model: ___________________
SETTLER
WOODHEATERS ARE AUSTRALIAN OWNED & MANUFACTURED
BY
SHAMIC SHEETMETAL
(AUST.) PTY. LTD.
PO BOX 8, KILSYTH, VIC. 3136
PH: 03 9737 5300
https://shamic.com
1
Revised: 16/02/2022
Printed: 16/02/2022
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Installation and Operation Overview
General Safety Warnings and Precautions
Highlights critical safety warnings regarding hot glass, flue installation, fuel types, and safe operation.
Disclaimer and Standards Compliance
States company's interpretation of standards and disclaims responsibility for errors.
Freestanding Heater Installation Guide
Combustible Surface Clearance Requirements
Specifies minimum distances from the heater to walls and other combustible materials.
Floor Protector Specifications for Freestanding Models
Details the required dimensions, thickness, and thermal resistivity of the floor protector.
Insert Heater Installation Guide
Floor Protection for Insert Fireplaces
Specifies minimum dimensions and thermal resistance for floor protection for insert models.
Clearances for Insert Fireplace Installations
Details required clearances to mantle shelves, combustible surfaces, and within the fireplace cavity.
Zero Clearance Box Installation Guide
Clearances for Zero Clearance Box Enclosures
Specifies clearances around the zero clearance box, including flue venting and wall proximity.
Firebox Internal Component Setup
Installing Baffle Plate and Secondary Air Tube
Step-by-step guide for installing the top baffle plate and secondary air tube correctly.
Installing Firebricks and Firebox Liners
Instructions for placing firebricks and side/rear liners within the firebox.
First Fire and Paint Curing Process
Initial Firing for Paint Curing
Detailed steps for the initial fire to properly cure the heater's high-temperature paint.
Heater Operating Procedures
Fuel Selection and Fire Starting Guide
Guidance on choosing appropriate firewood and the process for starting a fire.
Wood Loading for Optimal Combustion
Best practices for loading firewood to ensure efficient combustion and heat output.
Heater Operation: Fan, Reloading, and Safety
Fan Usage and Fuel Reloading
Instructions for operating the fan at different speeds and safe methods for reloading fuel.
Safe Operation Practices: Wood & Door Handling
Warnings against throwing wood into the firebox and slamming the door to prevent damage.
Advanced Heater Operation and Parts
Overnight Burn and Self-Cleaning Procedures
Steps for achieving extended low burns and performing self-cleaning via high firing.
Consulting for Replacement Heater Parts
Advice to consult a dealer for obtaining replacement components for the heater.
Heater Exterior Maintenance
Paint Surface Care and Touch-Up Guide
Guidelines for cleaning, dusting, and retouching the heater's paint finish.
Door Glass Cleaning and Seal Inspection
Procedures for cleaning door glass and checking the integrity of the door glass seal.
Heater Door and Flue System Maintenance
Procedure for Adjusting the Heater Door
Steps for making adjustments to the heater door alignment if necessary.
Flue System Cleaning and Fire Safety
Importance of flue maintenance, cleaning, and actions to take during a flue fire.
Fan Unit Maintenance
Cleaning Fan and Tray for Console/Inbuilt Models
Instructions for cleaning the fan and fan tray for both console and inbuilt heater models.
Firebox Baffle Plate Removal
Step-by-Step Baffle Plate Removal Guide
Step-by-step instructions on how to safely remove the baffle plate from the firebox.
Firewood Properties and Selection Guide
Comparison of Firewood Species Characteristics
A table comparing various firewood species based on key properties.
Wood Moisture Content and Fuel Suitability
Explains how wood moisture affects burning efficiency and suitability for the heater.
How to Make a Warranty Claim
Warranty Claim Submission Process
A guide outlining the process for making a warranty claim, from initial contact to resolution.
Settler Woodheater Warranty Information
Warranty Coverage, Exclusions, and Limitations
Details the warranty period, what is covered, and specific exclusions for Settler heaters.
Warranty Claim Conditions and Return Form Details
Outlines the conditions for warranty claims and provides details for the return form.
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