Travis Industries LOPI Liberty Owner's Manual

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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.
• Freestanding Stove
• Mobile-Home Approved
• Alcove Approved
• Hearth-Stove Approved
 Copyright 2007, T.I.
$10.00
100-01164
4050922
L i b e r t y

Wood Stove

Owner's Manual
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Tested to: U.L. 1482
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  • Page 1: Wood Stove

    L i b e r t y 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.
  • Page 2: General Information Introduction & Important Information

    Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Lopi Liberty wood-burning stove. In purchasing a Lopi Liberty 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 Lopi Liberty is one of the finest appliances the world over.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Outside Air Boot Installation......... 37 Optional Blower Operation ........21 Index Re-Loading the Stove......... 21 Overnight Burn ..........21 Index .............. 38 Normal Operating Sounds ........21 Hints for Burning ..........22 Selecting Wood..........22 Troubleshooting ..........23 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    (UL 103 HT) Clay cause a house fire. residential type chimney or an Liner Do not connect this appliance to approved masonry chimney with any chimney serving another a standard clay tile, or stainless appliance. steel liner. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 5 Avoid placing wood against the glass when loading. Do not slam the door or strike the glass. Do not throw this manual away. Travis Industries, Inc. grants This manual has important no warranty, implied or This operating and maintenance...
  • Page 6: Installation Options

    Measure front clearances from the stove face. Height: Sculptured or Cast Legs..32-1/4" Pedestal......36-1/4" Weight: 470 Lbs. Figure 1 Emissions 2.6 Grams Per Hour (EPA Phase II Approved) – Tests conducted by E.E.S.P.C. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 7: Stove Installation

    Planning The Installation We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your stove. If you install the stove yourself, your authorized dealer should review your installation plans. Check with local building officials for any permits required for installation of this stove and notify your insurance company before proceeding with installation.
  • Page 8: Floor Protection Requirements

    (for qualified installers only) Floor Protection Requirements • Stove must be placed on the Travis Industries legs or Pedestal. • Floor protection must extend 6" to the sides and rear of the stove and 16" to the front of the stove (42"...
  • Page 9: Travis Industries

    NOTE: vent diameter may vary depending on brand and model. Measure front clearances 16” Min. from the face of the stove (unibody). Floor Protection Figure 3 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 10: Chimney Requirements

    Performance barometric pressure, topography, or factors of the home (negative pressure from exhaust fans, chimneys, air infiltration, etc.), may adversely affect draft. Travis Industries can not be responsible for external forces leading to less than optimal performance. Standard residential installations may use single-wall connector (Mobile-Homes may not) •...
  • Page 11: Chimney Termination Requirements

    Air may be drawn from a ventilated Outside air entrance must be placed so crawl space or use an air duct. it does not become blocked by snow. Figure 6 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 12: Alcove Installation Requirements

    Minimum height of alcove 84" 6" above stove top Non-combustible alcove construction (on walls and ceiling) - see the explanation above. Ventilated air space 3 1/2" thick non- combustible material 1" Min. Non-combustible reinforcer Figure 7 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 13: Mobile Home Requirements

    The appliance must be grounded to the chassis of the mobile Clearance home (consult your building official). (as outlined above) • WARNING:DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM. • CAUTION:THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL, AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE Figure 9 MAINTAINED. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 14: Standard Ceiling With A Factory Built Chimney

    (some require a radiation usually 2") shield). Minimum 15' Chimney Maximum 33' Connector Sections Floor Protection Stove Clearances (See the section "Floor (See the section "Stove Protection Requirements" Placement Requirements" for more details) for more details) Figure 11 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 15: Exterior Factory Built Chimney

    Clean-Out instructions for installation and support. Remove damper or wire it open Floor Protection (See the section "Floor Protection Requirements" See the section for more details) "Stove Placement Requirements" for minimum clearances required. Figure 13 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 16: Hearth Stove Direct Connection

    UBC approved Placement Requirements" for masonry connector minimum clearances required. or a factory built (U.L. Listed) wall Chimney connector sections thimble. See the section Make sure the "Floor Protection clean-out seals in Requirements" place. Figure 15 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 17: Operating Your Appliance

    The door becomes hot during use. Use a glove to open the door if the handle is hot. To prevent smoke from entering the room, open the bypass before opening the door (see following page for directions). You can also open the door a small amount and let air enter the firebox. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 18: Bypass Operation

    When starting or re-loading, pull the bypass out. • During normal operation, push the bypass in. Bypass Pulled Out Used for starting and re-loading Use the included pull tool to operate the bypass rod Bypass Pushed In Used for normal operation © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 19: Starting A Fire

    This should start the chimney drafting (this eliminates "cold air blockage"). Use plenty of kindling to ensure the stove reaches a proper temperature. Once the kindling is burning rapidly, place a few larger pieces of wood onto the fire. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Burn Rate

    If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally ASHES dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 21: Optional Blower Operation

    - this is normal. Blower Sounds: The blower will make a slight "humm" as it pushes air through the stove. Hint: Make sure the leveling bolts on legs are extended - preventing the hearth from amplifying any vibrations. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 22: Hints For Burning

    Wood Cutting and Storage Cut wood to length and Store the wood off the ground in a chop into quarters. covered area. Allow for airflow Air Flow around the wood to dry the wood. Air Flow Air Flow © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    See the section "Door and Glass Inspection" on page 25 for details. • Check the ash bed for coals. Often, coals are still glowing under a slight bed of flyash. By raking these into a pile you can re-start your stove quickly. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 24: Maintaining Your Appliance

    The ash acts as a light abrasive. The glass will develop a very slight haze over time. This is normal and will not affect viewing of the fire. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 25: Monthly Maintenance

    If you are not certain of creosote inspection, contact your dealer or local chimney sweep for a full inspection. Excess creosote buildup may cause a chimney fire, that may result in property damage, injury, or death. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 26: Yearly Maintenance

    Slight scaling or rusting of the metal is normal. Make sure the push pins hold the air tubes in place. Floor and Wall Firebricks - replace any severely damaged firebrick along the side or floor of the firebox. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 27: Door Parts

    You may need to open and close the door repeatedly to get the gasket to seat fully. Replacing the Door Handle See the illustration above for a component list (see pg. 25 for details on adjusting the door). © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 28: Firebox Parts

    Do not pry firebrick - they chip and crack easily. Remove the floor firebricks first. The side firebrick are removed later because they are pinned in place by the floor firebrick. Clean the firebox prior to replacing the firebrick. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 29: Baffle Removal And Replacement

    Air Tube Removal & Replacement Air Tube Collar Air Tube Remove the left pin on the air tube collar Roll Pin Slide the air tube to the left, swing it down and remove from the firebox. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 30: Firebox Assembly

    16. If for any reason any section of this warranty is declared invalid, the balance of the warranty remains in effect and all other clauses shall remain in effect. 17. This 7 year warranty is the only warranty supplied by Travis Industries, Inc., the manufacturer of the appliance. All other warranties, whether express or implied, are hereby expressly disclaimed and purchaser’s recourse is expressly limited to the warranties set forth herein.
  • Page 31: Listing Label

    UL 1482, 737 AND 907. (520-NT) PREVENT HOUSE FIRES - Install and use only in accordance with the Lopi Liberty (520-NT) owner’s manual. Contact your local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection in your area. Refer to local building codes and the chimney manufacturer’s instructions for precautions required for passing a chimney through a combustible wall or ceil-...
  • Page 32: Optional Equipment

    Insert the retainer into the door shell following the directions below. Note how the door shell is guided into place Door Retainer Door Shell The indent on the door retainer slides into the clip on the door shell (on both sides). © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 33 Attach the ashlip trim following the directions below. 9/16" Wrench 1/16” Hex Wrench Slide the ashlip trim into place then tighten the three set screws on the bottom of the ashlip to secure. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 34: Stove Legs

    9/16" Socket Wrench These rubber-tipped bolts are for leveling the stove. Make sure they contact the floor. Do not adjust with weight on the legs, the rubber tips may tear. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 35: Pedestal

    Place the rodent screen over the hole (above or below) and secure with staples. Attach the stove to the pedestal with the included bolts. Tuck the included insulation underneath the side edges of pedestal to seal off any air from entering underneath the pedestal. © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 36: Rear Blower Installation

    The wires pass through the eye of the wire clip. Wire Clip The two yellow wires Blower Box attach to the thermodisk. Three holes for attaching the Power Cord blower box to the (exits from back back of the stove of blower box) FRONT © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 37: Outside Air Boot Installation

    Follow the directions below for attaching the upper section of the air boot (with gasket) to the stove. Slide the lower section down until it contacts the hearth. Attach the two sections together following the directions below © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...
  • Page 38: Index

    Glass Replacement ........27 Hearth (Floor Protection - Stove) ......8 Hearth Stove ..........16 Heating Specifications ........6 Hints for Burns..........22 Installation Options ........6 Installation (stove) .........7 Leg Installation ..........34 Listing Label..........31 Maintenance ..........24 Mobile Home Requirements ......13 © Travis Industries 100-01164 4041115...

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