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short blue flames above the coal, except when the fire
is started or a new charge is added. If, however, there is
no flame then the fire needs more air from the bottom
(unless it is near the end of its burn cycle and needs to
be recharged). Only when the coal is burned down to half
its original depth it is time to add fresh coal. When doing
so, open the stove pipe damper and turn the thermostat
damper to high, which will allow the fire to burn off any
accumulated gases. Open the feed door, and with a small
rake, hoe, or hooked poker pull the glowing coals to the
front of the firebox. Try not to disturb the fire too much.
Next, add a fresh charge to the back being careful not to
seal off the top. Close the feed door, but leave the spin
damper (or thermostat) open for a few minutes until
the volatile gases have burned off. It is not necessary to
shake down the ashes each time you refuel the furnace.
Experience will be your best teacher.
BANKING THE FIRE
For extended operation, such as overnight, the fire will
need to be banked. To do so heap coal up along the sides
and back of the firebox so that the fire gradually burns
it over a longer period of time. The intensity of the fire
will also be reduced without letting it go out. Follow the
same procedure to refuel. If possible, avoid shaking, as a
heavier layer of ash will help reduce the intensity of the
fire during this time. After loading, let the fire establish
itself for about 30 minutes. Then close your damper and
automatic control to the point where the house does not
become too cold. It is important that you begin banking
early enough before retiring or leaving that you can make
necessary adjustments after the fire is well established.
To revive a coal fire that is almost out, (1) open the ash
door and stove pipe damper and close the spin damper
under the door to get a good draft through the grate. (2)
place a thin layer of dry coal over the entire top of the fire.
DO NOT POKE OR SHAKE THE FIRE AT THIS TIME!
(3)
after the fresh coal has become well ignited shake the
grate (just a little), refuel.
WARNING:
• DO NOT BURN COKE, CHARCOAL, HIGH
VOLATILE BITUMINOUS COAL, SUB
BITUMINOUS, LIGNITE OR CANNEL COAL
(SOMETIMES CALLED CHANNEL COAL OR
CANDLE COAL).
• NEVER BURN WAX OR CHEMICALLY
IMPREGNATED SAWDUST LOGS - THEIR
INTENDED USE IS FOR FIREPLACES ONLY.
• NEVER FILL THE STOVE OR FURNACE ABOVE
THE FIREBRICK OR CAST IRON LINER.
For Parts Assistance Call: 800-750-2723 Ext 5051 or Email: parts@usstove.com
The information in this owner’s manual is specific to your unit. When ordering replacement parts the information
in this manual will help to ensure the correct items are ordered. Before contacting customer service write down the
model number and the serial number of this unit. That information can be found on the certification label attached
to the back of the unit. Other information that may be needed would be the part number and part description of the
item(s) in question. Part numbers and descriptions can be found in the “Repair Parts” section of this manual. Once
this information has been gathered you can contact customer service by phone 1-800-750-2723 Ext 5051 or Email
parts@usstove.com.
Model Information
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Serial Number
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
A GUIDE TO BURNING COAL