Instructions / Assembly

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hopper chute on the outside of the firebox. Ensure the key sits level with the ground when in place. If
not, lift up on the key until it is level. Insert all the way until the keys edge makes contact with the
hopper back. Pull out when you want to use the heater.
2. Installation
This heater is intended to be used outdoors only! It should never be used in an enclosed area or a
confined space.
2.1 Installation warning
The installation must conform with local, state and federal codes. In absence of such codes, install in
accordance with the current American National Standard (ANSI) / National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) codes. Please check local EPA laws to conform with local regulations.
2.2 Minimum clearances
A minimum 36” clearance from this heater and all its parts to combustible materials must be
maintained at all times while the heater is in operation.
2.3 This Heater is to be used on a flat level non-combustible surface only.
Install on flat level non-combustible surface (concrete, tile, stone, etc.).
3. Operation
3.1 Preparation before lighting
3.1.1 Check any possible shipping damage of the heater. If any is found, call us directly.
3.1.2 Please review thoroughly and be sure you understand all of the “safety precautions and
warnings”.
3.1.3 Make sure the firepot is in its proper position with the firepot rod pushed in.
3.1.4 Pour pellets into the hopper with the shut-off key inserted into the slot located at the bottom
backside of the hopper.
INITIAL FIRING OF THE HEATER: On initial firing fill the hopper ¾ full. This one time initial firing
needs to be done to cure the paint on the unit. Open the damper on the heater and leave it open for
the entire initial burn period. Having the damper closed on initial firing will result in very high
temperatures and potentially damage your heater voiding your warranty. Fire the unit and let it burn
through all of the pellets and then let the heater cool. You will now be free to use the unit according to
the remainder of these directions. On your first firing, the high temperature paint on the unit will cure.
When curing, the paint gives off smoke. This will happen for about the first 15 minutes of operation.
Do not breath these fumes.
3.1.5 Pull the shutoff key all the way out when ready to burn. Do not attempt to regulate the
flow of pellets with the shutoff key.
3.2 Lighting
3.2.1 Open the door and squirt about two tablespoons of alcohol fire gel on the mound of wood
pellets in the middle of the firebox. Pellets will have funneled down from the hopper chute.
3.2.2 Light the alcohol fire gel with a match and close the door.
3.2.3. Open the (N) Damper below the door for the first ten minutes of a burn.
3.2.4 Standard burn time for the heater on one full hopper (12lb) is about 1.5 hours. You can extend