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- Page 1 KUMA STOVES 50145 N Old Hwy 95 Rathdrum ID 83858 MODEL# K-ASH: Ashwood Tested to: UL 1482-1996 Test Report #: 123-S-08-2 Tested and listed by Omni Test Laboratories INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Rev. 1-10-13...
- Page 2 Welcome to the Kuma family. Kuma is a modified version of the Greek word Kauma which “a great heat”. means We would like to take the time to say thank you for purchasing a Kuma stove. If this is your first Kuma stove, you have joined a long list of family members, some since 1981.
- Page 3 Under specific test conditions, this heater has been shown to meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Washington State emission limits for residential wood stoves. Please read the safety precautions and the entire installation and operation instructions carefully. Failure to properly install and maintain your wood stove can result in an unsafe condition.
- Page 4 Section – Safety Precautions Install and use in accordance with the manufacturers installation and operation instructions contained in this manual only. If this stove is not properly installed, a house fire can occur. For your protection, follow the installation instructions provided. We recommend contacting local building or fire officials regarding restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
- Page 5 WHEN PENETRATING A COMBUSTIBLE WALL TO CONNECT TO AN OUTSIDE MASONRY Excerpt from NFPA 211 CHIMNEY YOU MUST BE CERTAIN THAT THE WALL PASS THROUGH IS A SAFE AND LISTED METHOD. Please refer to NFPA code 211 for details about listed wall pass through methods. To obtain a copy of the NFPA code 211, you may visit their website at www.nfpa.org or call them toll free at...
- Page 6 Section – Installation Instructions INSTALL AND USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ONLY. WHILE MOST ANYONE WITH BASIC CARPENTRY SKILLS CAN SUCCESSFULLY AND SAFELY INSTALL THEIR KUMA WOOD STOVE, IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT IT IS INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL WHO IS PROPERLY TRAINED AND LICENSED–PREFERABLY AN NFI CERTIFIED (NATIONAL FIREPLACE INSTITUE) EXPERT.
- Page 7 STEP 3: OUTSIDE AIR Outside Air – Outside air is required in all manufactured home installations. 1. Kuma Stoves does not particularly require that outside air be directly connected to this stove however, some state or local building codes may mandate outside air.
- Page 8 STEP 4: INSTALLING THE HEARTH CAUTION: The Kuma Ashwood Stove can be configured as a Freestanding Stove or as a Fireplace Insert. Freestanding Stoves can be supported by either Legs or a Pedestal Base. Each configuration has different floor protection requirements. See the section below that pertains to your particular installation. Minimum Requirements: The minimum floor protection requirements for the Kuma Ashwood model are as follows: Floor protection must consist of a continuous non-combustible material and extend a minimum of 16"...
- Page 9 17” STEP 5: Setting the stove and connecting to the chimney 1. Assemble the stove (legs, pedestal, ash pan, blower). Follow the installation instructions that are included in each accessory box. Once the stove is assembled set the stove gently on the hearth using cardboard to protect the hearth.
- Page 10 Section –Masonry Fireplace installation The Kuma model Ashwood is certified for installation into a fireplace with a masonry chimney that is manufactured in accordance with NFPA 211. A Safety listed 6” fireplace liner must be installed and directly connected to the appliance. The single-wall liner must extend 6.5’ above the stovetop. For optimum performance and ease of cleaning, it is recommended that an approved chimney liner be installed all the way to the chimney top.
- Page 11 Section – Factory Built Fireplace installation The fireplace must not be altered, except for the exceptions listed below. A permanent metal warning label must be attached to the back of the fireplace, stating that the fireplace may have been altered to accommodate the insert, and must be returned to original condition for use as a conventional fireplace.
- Page 12 Guidelines for installation: Use only pre-fabricated, listed components. Use of field fabricated components and/or using “makeshift” compromises could result in a house fire. 1. Secure the damper in the open position. 2. Install a 6” diameter listed stainless steel flue liner according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The flue collar on the stove must be attached to the end of the liner for quick installation and removal: Remove the bolts in the flue collar and remove the collar.
- Page 13 Section – Wood burning operation instructions IMPORTANT: Your new KUMA wood stove is shipped with the baffle packaged in a bag with the stove to eliminate damage in shipping. Please follow the detailed installation instructions included with the baffle materials. It is important that the baffle is correctly installed, if you have any questions, please contact the dealer where you purchased your stove, or call us directly at 888-714-5294 CAUTION: HOT WHILE IN OPERATION.
- Page 14 Additional instructions and information. 1. Build your fires directly on the firebrick. Using a grate will allow too much air to the coal bed and will result in incomplete combustion of the wood. Using a grate can also leave charred pieces of wood after the fire has gone out.
- Page 15 Section – Maintenance Use the table below as a general maintenance schedule for your stove. See below the table for detailed information on performing the maintenance. CAUTION: When replacing parts, do not substitute any part or material other than factory parts or a factory authorized substitution. If you have questions about substitute parts, contact your dealer.
- Page 16 Glass cleaning and replacement – as needed 1. Never clean the glass when it is hot. 2. Clean the glass with an approved stove glass cleaner, never use an abbrasive material like sandpaper or steel wool 3. Your stove is equipped with an airwash system that will self-clean the glass. If the glass is black or covered with soot from slow burning, simply load the stove with good, dry, split wood and burn at high burn for about 20- 30 minutes and the glass should burn clean.
- Page 17 Firebox Maintenance Diagram ID # Description Part # ID # Description Part # Ceramic blanket 1/2” x 22” x 17”. KR IN AW Ash grate KR AG Baffle Kit – 2 boards, 1 insulation. KR BF AW Baffle tube: Rear. KR BT AW3 Brick: Standard size.
- Page 18 Door Assembly Maintenance Diagram ID # Description Part # ID # Description Part # Door control handle: 1/2” pewter KR SP 2P Door pin retainer. (set of 2) KR DP 3RT Door control handle: 1/2” gold KR SP 2G Gasket: 3/4” x 5/8” tape. KR GK 34 Door casting: Black w/ handle KR DR 2B...
- Page 19 Section – Clearances and diagrams Figure #1 Double Wall Pipe Use this diagram for the following installations: 1. Mobile Home installation with the stove in a corner using double wall pipe. Residential installation with the stove in a corner using double wall pipe. For single wall pipe, refer to figure 2.
- Page 20 Figure #2 Single Wall Pipe Use this diagram for the following installation: Residential installation with the stove in a corner using single wall pipe. For double wall pipe, refer to figure 1. For mobile home installation in a corner, refer to figure 1 9”...
- Page 21 Figure #3 Double Wall Pipe Use this diagram for the following installations: 1. Mobile home installation with the stove on a straight wall using double wall pipe. Residential installation with the stove on a sraight wall using double wall pipe. For single wall pipe, refer to figure 4.
- Page 22 Figure #4 Single Wall Pipe Use this diagram for the following installations: Residential installation with the stove on a stright wall using single wall pipe. For double wall pipe, refer to figure 3. For mobile home installation on a straight wall refer to figure 3. 17”...
- Page 23 Ashwood Installation diagram for manufactured chimneys NEVER INSTALL A WOOD STOVE IN A SLEEPING ROOM Residential or Residential Home manufactured home Installation Installation Spark arrestor 2’ minimum Roof brace 3’ minimum 10’ Storm collar ATTIC Flashing Chimney Sections Wall support 2”...
- Page 24 Dimensional Drawings for the Ashwood 6” 35” 10x15 20” 15” 22” 5” 27” 30” 10”...
- Page 25 Figure #5 Insert Use this diagram for the following installations: 1. Installation into a masonry fireplace 2. Installation into factory built fireplace Combustible Mantle 19.5” 10x15 10” 8” 17” Chimney Fireplace 19.5” Surround liner Installation zone 9.25” 17” 15.25” Option 1: Leveling bolts Option 2: Roller...
- Page 26 Section – Trouble Shooting 1. Stove burns lazy at start up. 2. Stove back-puffs or smokes into the room at start up. 3. Stove smokes out the door when it is open. 4. Stove won’t shut down. 5. Stove won’t burn hot enough. Lazy burn. 6.
- Page 27 Stove won’t burn hot enough. Lazy burn. 1. Wood is not seasoned (still green). Wood should sit for about 1 year, split and loosely stacked if it was cut green. 2. Wood is well seasoned but has a lot of surface moisture. Your wood supply must be covered. Check your tarps or other covering to see that no rain or snow is getting to your wood.
- Page 28 Section – Accessories and Parts Accessories 1. K BL 2- Stove blower. 2. KA OA 1- Outside air kit. 3. KA LG SB- Black steel leg set. 4. KA LG CB- Black cast iron leg set. 5. KA LG CG- Gold plated leg set. 6.
- Page 29 This warranty covers your new Kuma Stove from defects in material and workmanship for the period outlined in this warranty. Kuma Stoves reserves the right to replace, repair or authorize repair of any defective part at it’s sole discretion. This warranty is not transferrable and covers the original owner of the product from the time of purchase.
- Page 30 Section – EPA Information...
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