Harman Stove Company OAKLEAF 1-90-797000 - Manual (Page 24)

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Oakleaf Woodburning Stove
Dry Seasoned Wood Only! 3-90-798_R9
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Operating Instructions
a. fuel specifications
Select only dry, seasoned wood. Wood for burning
should never be exposed to rain or extremely damp
conditions. Hardwoods are favored because they are
heavier and contain more heating capacity (BTU’s) per
load than do softwoods. Fuel wood should be split and
stored under cover for “seasoning” - at least a year is
recommended. Your stove is not an incinerator - do
not burn garbage, painted or treated wood, plastic, or
other debris.
Keep the area around the stove free from clutter.
Keep all combustibles, including fuel, beyond the code-
required clearance distance (48" or 1215 mm in the
U.S., 1525 mm or 60" in Canada). Never store fuel
in front of the stove where it could interfere with door
operation, safe loading, and ash removal.
WaRNINg
"NEvER usE gasOLINE, gasOLINE-TypE LaNTERN
fuel, 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 in use".
B. general Operating Information
1. draft
Before you install and operate your Oakleaf
wood stove, please read the entire contents of this
manual. Pay particular attention to the explanation
of draft and its effect on stove performance in
the Installation section. By following the installation
and operating guidelines, you will ensure proper draft
and gain maximum efficiency and enjoyment from your
stove.
CauTION: approved for use with wood fuel only.
The use of any other fuel will void the product
warranty and may cause damage to the appliance
and/or your home.
CauTION:
always wear fire retardant gloVes
WHEN OpERaTINg THE sTOvE.
safety notiCe
if this applianCe is not properly installed,
operated and maintained, a house fire
may result. for your safety, follow
INsTaLLaTION dIRECTIONs. CONTaCT
loCal building or fire offiCials about
REsTRICTIONs aNd INsTaLLaTION INspECTION
requirements in your area.
do not burn garbage or flammable liquids
suCH as gasOLINE, NapTHa, OR ENgINE OIL.
do not alter the position of the andirons.
building a fire too Close to the glass may
CausE daMagE TO THE gLass, CREaTINg a sERIOus
risK of fire and property damage.