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© 2021 United States Stove Company
ADDING FUEL
Add small amounts of fuel each hour or so instead of
piling large quantities of fuel at one time. This will ensure
a more complete combustion process and less build-up of
tars, soot, or creosote will occur in the chimney.
1. Always open ue draft damper before removing the
lids.
2. When adding fuel be careful not to smother the re.
3. Replace lids and seat securely.
4. Adjust the ue damper and spin draft controls.
5. Empty ashes regularly. Do not allow ashes to pile
up higher than the top of the hearth (see Safety
Instructions). If ashes build up to the grate, burnout
will occur.
6. Properly dispose of hot ashes (see Safety Instructions)
7. Do not over re the stove.
CAUTION:
DO NOT OVER FIRE APPLIANCE. TOO MUCH FUEL
OR BURNING PROHIBITED MATERIALS SUCH AS
TRASH OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS MAY CAUSE OVER
FIRING. YOU ARE OVER FIRING IF ANY PART OF THE
STOVE OR THE CHIMNEY CONNECTORS GLOWS RED.
IMMEDIATELY CLOSE THE DOOR, SPIN DRAFT AND
FLUE DAMPER TO REDUCE THE AIR SUPPLY TO THE
FIRE. THIS WILL SLOW DOWN THE FIRE.
CAUTION:
SLOW BURNING FIRES AND EXTENDED USE MAY
CAUSE EXCESSIVE CREOSOTE BUILD-UP. IGNITION OF
CREOSOTE BUILD-UP OR OVER FIRING MAY CAUSE
A CHIMNEY FIRE. CHIMNEY FIRES BURN EXTREMELY
HOT AND MAY IGNITE SURROUNDING MATERIALS.
IN CASE OF A CHIMNEY FIRE LEAVE THE BUILDING
AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM A SAFE
LOCATION.
ASH DISPOSAL
While in use, empty ash pan regularly. Too much ash
accumulation can restrict airow to the re and damage the
grate. Dispose of ashes properly (See Safety Instructions)
CHIMNEY DRAFT
Draft is a function of the chimney, not the stove — do not
expect the stove to draw. Smoke spillage into the house
or excessive build-up of condensation or creosote in the
chimney are warnings that the chimney is NOT functioning
properly. Correct the problem before using the stove.
Following are some possible causes for improper draft.
1. The connector stove pipe may be pushed into the
chimney too far, stopping the draft.
2. If the chimney temperature is too cool, water will
condense in the chimney and run back into the stove.
Creosote formation will be rapid and may block the
chimney. Operate the stove at a re level high enough
to keep the chimney warm to prevent condensation
from forming.
3. If the re burns well but sometimes creates excess
smoke or burns slowly, it may be caused by the
chimney top being lower than another part of the
house or a nearby tree. The wind blowing over a house
or tree, falls on top of the chimney like water over a
dam, beating down the smoke. The top of the chimney
should be at least three (3) feet above the roof and be
at least two (2) feet higher than any point of the roof
within ten (10) feet.
CREOSOTE – FORMATION AND NEED FOR
REMOVAL
Failure to remove creosote may result in ignition and may
cause a house/building re. Creosote may be removed
using a chimney brush or other commonly available
materials from your local hardware retailer.
PREVENTING CREOSOTE BUILDUP
1. Creosote will inevitably form in your chimney and
connector pipe. Following these steps will help reduce
the rate of build up.
Avoid smothering the re with too much fuel. Too much
fuel loaded at one time will create heavy, volatile gas which
can coat the chimney with creosote-forming tar.
2. Burn the stove with the spin draft control wide open
for 10-15 minutes every time fresh fuel is loaded into
the stove. Do not load more than ¼ to ½ of the fuel
capacity at one time. Loading too much fuel at once
will cause excessive smoke which contains creosote.
Mature res or coals produce very little creosote-
producing smoke.
3. Burn with the spin draft control open for several
minutes at numerous intervals throughout the day,
being careful not to over re the unit. Following this
process will help to warm the chimney and reduce the
amount of creosote forming condensation within the
chimney.
4. Establish a routine for the handling of fuel, ring, and
operating the stove. Check daily for creosote build up
until experience shows how often you need to clean
for safe operation. Be aware that the hotter the re, the
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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