Camano Wood Stove “ Owner's Manual • Freestanding Stove • Mobile-Home Approved • Alcove Approved • Hearth-Stove Approved Save these instructions for future reference SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions.
Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Avalon Camano wood-burning stove. In purchasing a Camano you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Avalon Camano is one of the finest appliances the world over.
Table of Contents General Information Operating Your Appliance Introduction & Important Information ......2 Safety Notice .............. 18 Safety Precautions ............. 4 Before Your First Fire ..........18 Features & Specifications .......... 6 Opening the Door ............18 Stove Installation Starting a Fire ............
Safety Precautions The viewing door must be Gasoline or other flammable closed and latched during liquids must never be used to operation. start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire. Do not store or use Smoke from this appliance may gasoline or other flammable active a smoke detector when liquids in the vicinity of this...
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Safety Precautions When installed in a mobile home, this appliance must be Do not place clothing or other bolted to the floor, have outside flammable items on or near this air, and not be installed in the appliance. Mobile bedroom (Per H.U.D. Home requirements).
Features & Specifications Installation Options Features • • Freestanding EPA Phase II Approved • 1.6 Cubic Foot Firebox Volume • Freestanding in an Alcove • Single Operating Control • Freestanding in a Mobile Home • Accepts Logs Up to 18" Long •...
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) SAFETY NOTICE: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Floor Protection Requirements • Floor protection must extend to the sides, rear, and front of the stove (see “Clearances” below for minimum floor protection). • Floor protection must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 guage). Stove Placement Requirements Clearances may be reduced by methods specified in NFPA 211, listed wall shields, pipe shields, or other means approved by local building or fire officials.
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Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Top View - Straight Installation 24-1/2" 622mm (i) Measure rear and side clearances from the stove 5-3/4" 146mm top. (j) Vent diameter varies 17-3/8" 441mm depending on brand and model. (k) Measure front clearances from the stove top.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Connector Requirements • Chimney connector is required from the flue collar of the stove to the factory-built chimney or masonry chimney. • The chimney connector must be 6” diameter and a minimum 24 gauge black steel, or one of the reduced-clearance connectors listed on page 8.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Requirements • DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. • DO NOT CONNECT TO OR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCTWORK UNLESS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED FOR SUCH INSTALLATIONS •...
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Termination Requirements • Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) • Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material • Must terminate at least 3' above the roof and at least 2' above any portion of the roof within 10' (see Figure 5) Chimney must extend 2' Slanted Roofs...
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Alcove Installation Requirements Whenever the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7' tall, it is considered an alcove installation. Because of the reduced height, the special installation requirements listed below must be met.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Mobile Home Requirements • Outside air must be installed - see "Outside Air Requirements" on page 12 • Chimney connector and chimney must be one of the following types: AMERI-TEC model DCC with model HS chimney DURAVENT model DVL with DURATEC or DURA-PLUS chimney GSW Super Chimney Twenty-One connected directly to appliance I.C.C.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Cap Standard Ceiling (See the section "Chimney with a Factory Termination Requirements" Follow the chimney Built Chimney for more details) manufacturer's instructions and clearances for roof penetrations. A storm collar and flashing are required Chimney Sections (some require a radiation shield).
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Follow the chimney Exterior Factory manufacturer's Chimney Cap Built Chimney (See the section "Chimney instructions and clearances for roof Termination Requirements" for more details) penetrations. A storm collar and flashing are required (some require a radiation shield).
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) NOTE: The chimney must have a clay tile Hearth Stove Direct liner. If it does not, the installation must use a positive connection (full reline). The entire Connection fireplace and chimney must be clean, undamaged, and meet all local building Clay codes (UBC, etc.).
Operating Your Appliance Safety Notice If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Read and follow all of the warnings on pages 4 and 5 of this manual. Before Your First Fire Verify the Installation Before starting the stove, verify that the stove is properly installed and all of the requirements in this...
Operating Your Appliance Starting a Fire Since the dawn of time man has debated the best way to start a fire. Some use the boy-scout "tee-pee", some prefer the "tic-tac-toe" stack. Either way, review the hints and warnings below to ensure proper fire starting.
Operating Your Appliance Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the stove. See the illustration below for details. Approximate Air Control Settings Overnight Burn Fully out to 9/32" open Medium Burn 9/32" to 5/16" open Medium High Burn 5/16"...
Operating Your Appliance Optional Blower Operation The blower will turn on once the stove is up to temperature. This is typically 15 to 30 minutes after starting the fire. Follow the directions below to alter the blower speed. HIGH Turn the dial all the way counter- The high position is all the way counter- Turn the dial all the clockwise until it clicks off.
Operating Your Appliance Hints for Burning • Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn • Use smaller pieces of wood during start-up and high burns to increase temperature • Use larger pieces of wood for overnight or sustained burns •...
Operating Your Appliance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause • Smoke Enters Room During Open the air control (pg. 20). Start-Up • Cold Air Blockage - burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft. • If the flame is not getting enough air, a small crack in the door is all that is needed.
Maintaining Your Appliance Failure to properly maintain and inspect your appliance may reduce the performance and life of the appliance, void your warranty, and create a fire hazard. Establish a routine for the fuel, wood burner and firing technique. Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows how often you need to clean to be safe.
Maintaining Your Appliance Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Door and Glass Inspection The door must form an air-tight seal to the firebox for the stove to work correctly. Inspect the door gasket to make sure it forms an air-tight seal to the firebox.
Maintaining Your Appliance Yearly Maintenance Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Touch Up Paint Included with the owner's pack of this appliance is a can of Stove-Brite® paint. To touch up nicks or dulled paint, apply the paint while the appliance is cool.
250-00173 Camano Glass 250-02073 Glass Clip w Gasket– 3 Hole 250-00174 Door Gasket 250-00178 RTV High Temp. 600° Silicone Camano Door Handle Asbly 250-02074 Camano Door Handle (phenolic) 91001605 Door Washer 250-00364 Door Cam 250-00598 Screws (8) 8-32 x 1/2” Torx...
Maintaining Your Appliance Firebox Parts ID # Description Part # ID # Description Part # Baffle Support "S" Bar 99900294 Air Tube with Sleeve 98900232 Air Tube Roll Pins 98900357 Air Tube Retainer Sleeve 250-00042 Brick - 9" x 4.5" un-cut 251-00000 Brick, Cut - 9"...
Maintaining Your Appliance Baffle Removal & Replacement The baffle is held up by the front air tube. Make sure to support the baffle after removing the air tubes. • Lift the four baffle firebricks then lift the baffle deflector up and over its resting postion. •...
Limited 7 Year Warranty To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC., 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW, Mukilteo, WA 98275. TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants this appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.) to be defect-free in material and workmanship to the original purchaser from the date of purchase as follows: Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call.
Limited 7 Year Warranty CONDITIONS & EXCLUSIONS 1. This new appliance must be installed by a qualified installer. It must be installed, operated, and maintained at all times in accordance with the instructions in the Owner’s Manual. Any alteration, willful abuse, accident, neglect, or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty. 2.
CONTACT LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT INSTALLATION AND RESTRICTIONS IN YOUR AREA. SUITABLE FOR USE IN CONVENTIONAL RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATIONS, MANUFACTURED HOMES AND ALCOVES. SERIAL NO: MODEL: CAMANO Report No. 100217684PRT-001 Certified for USA and Canada Control No. 4000515 Tested to: UL 1482 and ULC S627-00 PREVENT HOUSE FIRES - Install and use only in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation and operating instructions.
Optional Equipment Rear Blower Installation (Part # 99000138) The rear blower improves heat transfer by pushing heated air through the convection channel. Operating instructions are described in the section "Blower Operation". On some models you will need to remove the two knockouts under the stove (see illustration to the right).
Index Air Control ............. 20 Monthly Maintenance ..........25 Air Tube Part Number ........... 28 Noise (Normal Operating Sounds) ......21 Air Tube Removal & Replacement ......29 Non-Combustible Alcove ........13 Alcove ..............13 Opening the Door ..........18 Ash Disposal ............
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