Hastings
Operations Manual
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SAFE OPERATION.
1.
Disposal of Ashes.
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The
closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well
away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of burial
in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the container until all cinders
have thoroughly cooled.
2.
Never use Gasoline,
gasoline type lantern fluid. Kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar
liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the
heater while it is in use.
3.
Creosote, Soot and Fly Ash:
Formation and Need for Removal. The products of combustion
will contain small particles of Fly Ash. The fly ash will collect in the venting system and
restrict the flow of flue gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during start-up and shut-
down, or incorrect operation of the room heater will lead to some soot or creosote formation
which will collect in the venting system. The exhaust system should be inspected regurlarly
during the heating season to determine if creosote buildup has occurred. Check more
frequently at first to determine a schedule for cleaning the venting system based on individual
use of this Pellet-burning heater. If creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce
the risk of a chimney fire.
4.
Do not Overfire this unit.
Follow all instructions regarding the proper use of this heater.
CAUTION: The Electrical Components of the stove are not Owner Serviceable. Call your dealer
for proper diagnosis of electrical problems and service to those components. See Installations
Manual for a copy of the Wiring Schematic.
