Owner`s manual

18 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

manual have been followed.

Keep all flammable materials 36" away from the front of the stove (drapes, furniture, clothing, etc.).

Curing the Paint

This heater uses a heat-activated paint that will emit some fumes while

starting the first fire. Open doors and windows to the room to vent these

fumes. This typically lasts two to four hours. You may also notice oil burning

off of the interior of the heater. This rust-stopping agent will soon dissipate.

Door Gasket

- The door gasket might adhere to the paint on the front of the

heater. Leave the door slightly ajar for the first fire and be careful when

opening the door after the first fire.

2 to 4 hours

Over-Firing the Stove

This stove was designed to operate at a high temperature. But due to differences in vent configuration,

fuel, and draft, this appliance can be operated at an excessive temperature. If the stove top or other area

starts to glow red, you are over-firing the stove. Shut the air control down to low and allow the stove to

cool before proceeding.

Over-firing may lead to damage. If you are uncertain of over-firing conditions, we suggest placing a

stove thermometer (e.g. Rutland® Model 710) directly over the door on the stove top - temperatures

exceeding 800° are generally considered over-firing and will void the warranty.

Opening the Door

Swing

the door

open.

Lift the

door

handle.

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 air control before opening the door. You can also

open the door a small amount and let air enter the firebox.