SAFETY INFORMATION
Be sure to read the entire owner’s manual prior to installing and operating this Pellet heater. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in
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re, property damage, bodily injury or even death.
This stove’s exhaust system works with negative combustion chamber pressure and a slight positive chimney pressure, it is
extremely important to ensure that the exhaust system is sealed and airtight. The ash pan and viewing door must be securely
fastened in order for the unit to be airtight. This Pellet heater will not operate using natural draft or without a power source for
the blowers.
CAUTION: Burning fuel creates carbon monoxide and can be hazardous to your health if not properly vented.
CAUTION: A working smoke detector must be installed in the same room as this product.
It must be installed at least
15 feet (4,57 m) from the appliance in order to prevent undue triggering of the detector when reloading.
The use of grates or other methods of supporting the fuel is not permitted.
This Pellet heater is designed to burn pellet wood fuel only. Do not use any other type of fuel; doing so will void any warranties
stated in this manual.
THE USE OF SOLID WOOD FUEL IS PROHIBITED BY LAW.
This Pellet heater is designed for residential installation according to current national and local building codes. It is also
approved as a mobile home heater, which requires connection to an outside combustion air source. When installing a
Pellet Stove in a mobile home, it must be electrically grounded to the steel chassis of the home and bolted to the
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oor.
Make sure that structural integrity of the home is maintained.
Make sure that structural integrity of the home is maintained when passing vent pipes through walls, ceilings and roofs
It is recommended that the exhaust vent be cleaned bi-annually or after every two tons of pellets.
Soot or creosote may accumulate when the pellet heater is operated under incorrect conditions, such as an extremely rich
burn (black tipped lazy orange
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ames). Do not operate the stove if the
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ame becomes dark or sooty or if the burn pot over
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lls
with pellets. Turn the stove off and call your dealer.
The grounded electrical cord must be connected to a standard 120 volt, 60 hertz electrical outlet. Ensure that the electrical
cord is not trapped under the appliance and that it is clear of any hot surfaces or sharp edges.
The ash pan and viewing door must be locked securely for proper and safe operation.
DO NOT PLACE UNBURNED OR NEW PELLET FUEL IN THE ASH PAN. A
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re in the ash pan may occur.
Do not operate your pellet heater if you smell smoke coming from it. Turn it off, monitor it and call your dealer.
Repair and servicing of your U.S. Stove Pellet Burning Room Heater may only be done by a quali
fi
ed technician.
Disconnect the power cord before performing any maintenance or repair.
NOTE: Turning the Pellet Stove Room Heater to "off" does not disconnect power from the unit.
The Pellet Stove Room Heater will not operate during a power outage. If a power outage or tripped circuit occurs, check for
smoke spillage and open windows or doors to ventilate as necessary.
CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT TO OR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCTWORK UNLESS
SPECIFICALLY APPROVED FOR SUCH INSTALLATIONS.
Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and
confusion. Carbon monoxide reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can result in loss of
consciousness and death.
See a doctor if you or others develop cold or
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u-like symptoms while cooking or in the vicinity of this appliance. Carbon
monoxide poisoning, which can easily be mistaken for a cold or
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ue, is often detected too late.
Alcohol consumption and drug use increase the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Carbon monoxide is especially toxic to mother and child during pregnancy, infants, the elderly, smokers, and people with
blood or circulatory system problems, such as anemia, or heart disease.
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