Lopi Answer Wood Stove - Manual (Page 3)

Table of Contents 3
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General Information
Introduction & Important Information...................... 2
Safety Precautions ............................................ 4
Features & Specifications.................................... 6
Stove Installation
Planning The Installation..................................... 7
Floor Protection Requirements ............................. 8
Stove Placement Requirements ........................... 8
Clearances ...................................................... 8
Chimney Requirements ...................................... 10
Chimney Termination Requirements...................... 11
Outside Air Requirements ................................... 11
Alcove Installation Requirements .......................... 12
Mobile Home Requirements ................................ 13
INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS
Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney......... 14
Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney........ 14
Exterior Factory Built Chimney ............................. 15
Hearth Stove Positive Connection......................... 15
Hearth Stove Direct Connection ........................... 16
Interior Masonry Chimney ................................... 16
Fireplace Insert Installation
Planning The Installation..................................... 17
Preparation for Installation .............................. 17
Additional Accessories Needed for Installation .... 17
Installation Considerations.............................. 17
Fireplace Requirements...................................... 18
Insert Placement Requirements............................ 19
Hearth Requirements ......................................... 19
Masonry Fireplace Requirements ......................... 19
Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Requirements ...... 20
Drafting Performance ......................................... 20
Leveling Bolt Installation ..................................... 20
Block-Off Plate Installation .................................. 21
Insert with Positive Connection............................. 22
Insert with Direct Connection (Masonry Fireplace).... 22
Insert with Direct Connection (Z.C. Fireplace).......... 23
Insert with Face Seal Connection.......................... 23
Operating Your Appliance
Safety Notice.................................................... 17
Before Your First Fire ......................................... 24
Opening the Door .............................................. 24
Starting a Fire................................................... 25
Adjusting the Burn Rate ...................................... 26
Ash Removal.................................................... 26
Optional Blower Operation .................................. 27
Re-Loading the Stove......................................... 27
Overnight Burn ................................................. 27
Normal Operating Sounds ................................... 27
Hints for Burning ............................................... 28
Selecting Wood................................................. 28
Troubleshooting ................................................ 29
Maintaining Your Appliance
Daily Maintenance ............................................. 30
Remove Ash .................................................... 30
Clean The Glass ............................................... 30
Monthly Maintenance ......................................... 31
Door and Glass Inspection .................................. 32
Check For Creosote Buildup ................................ 31
Yearly Maintenance ........................................... 32
Touch Up Paint ................................................. 32
Blower Cleaning................................................ 32
Firebrick and Baffle Inspection ............................. 32
Door Parts ....................................................... 33
Replacing the Glass........................................... 33
Replacing the Door Gasket.................................. 33
Replacing the Door Handle.................................. 33
Firebox Parts.................................................... 34
Floor & Side Firebrick Removal & Replacement....... 34
Baffle Removal and Replacement ......................... 35
Air Tube Removal and Replacement ..................... 35
Warranty ............................................................ To
Listing Information ............................................ 37
Optional Equipment
Door Shell Installation ........................................ 38
Stove Legs....................................................... 40
Pedestal .......................................................... 41
Rear Blower Installation ...................................... 42
Outside Air Boot Installation................................. 43
Surround Panels ............................................... 44
Front Blower..................................................... 46
Index ................................................................. 48