Installation manual

4 7061-197D November 7, 2014
Explorer II Medium Wood Stove
Install Guide
2 Getting Started
A. Design and Installation Considerations
Consideration must be given to:
• Safety
• Convenience
• Traffi c fl ow
• Chimney and chimney connector required
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using exact
measurements for clearances and fl oor protection, before
actually beginning the installation. If you are not using an
existing chimney, place the appliance where there will be a
clear passage for a factory-built listed chimney through the
ceiling and roof.
We recommend that a qualifi ed building inspector and your
insurance company representative review your plans before
and after installation.
If this appliance is in an area where children may be near it is
recommended that you purchase a decorative barrier to go
in front of the appliance. Remember to always keep children
away while it is operating and do not let anyone operate
this appliance unless they are familiar with these operating
instructions.
B. Fire Safety
To provide reasonable fi re safety, the following should be
given serious consideration:
1. Install at least one smoke detector on each fl oor of
your home to ensure your safety. They should be
located away from the heating appliance and close
to the sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector
manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions,
and be sure to maintain regularly.
2. A conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher to
contend with small fi res resulting from burning embers.
3. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.
4. A plan to deal with a chimney fi re as follows:
In the event of a chimney fi re:
a Evacuate the house immediately
b. Notify fi re department
WARNING
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY
FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION
DUCT OR SYSTEM.
May allow fl ue gases to enter the house.
Asphyxiation Risk.
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.
• Modifi cation of the appliance.
• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Installation and/or use of any component part not approved
by Hearth & Home Technologies.
• Operating appliance without fully assembling all components.
• Operating appliance without legs attached (if supplied with
unit).
• Do NOT Overfi re - If appliance or chimney connector glows,
you are overfi ring.
Any such action that may cause a fi re hazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire officials or
authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation
inspection, and permits.
CAUTION
NOTICE: HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE IMPROPER PERFORMANCE
OF THE APPLIANCE SYSTEM CAUSED BY:
• Inadequate draft due to environmental conditions
• Downdrafts
• Tight sealing construction of the structure
• Mechanical exhausting devices
• Overdrafting caused by excessive chimney heights
• Ideal performance is with height of chimney between 14-16 feet
(4.26-4.88m) measured from the base of the appliance.