Princess PI 1010A - Manual (Page 8)

DATE PRINTED: 2/8/05 Revision Date: 02/01/05 PI-1010A Page 8
Definitions
BUILDING CODES AND PERMITS
Most areas require a permit from the city or county Building Inspector, Fire Marshal or Authority Having Jurisdic-
tion. Check local building codes before beginning installation. After the installation is completed, it should be
checked by your local Fire Marshal or Building Inspector.
BYPASS
All catalytic wood burning stoves have a bypass device for allowing the smoke from the fire to temporarily by-
pass, or go around, the catalyst. In Blaze King models, the bypass is located just behind the catalyst. The by-
pass is a heavy steel plate, hinged inside the stove, and is controlled by the bypass handle on the right front of
the stove. When the handle is in the down position the bypass is closed, to open the bypass lift the handle up.
CATALYTIC COMBUSTOR
Warning: This wood heater contains a catalytic combustor, which needs periodic inspection and replacement for
proper operation. It is against the law to operate the wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instruc-
tions of this manual, or if the catalytic element is deactivated or removed. DO NOT operate this insert without a
properly operating catalytic combustor.
The combustor is a ceramic honeycomb on which is coated a catalyst. The catalyst may be a combination of one
or more precious metals, including following: platinum, palladium, rhodium and cerium. The catalyst chemically
lowers the combustion temperature of the smoke from a wood fire, thereby allowing more smoke to burn, and
both increasing efficiency and lowering emissions. The catalyst is generally operational while the stove ther-
mometer registers in the "Active" zone. If the thermometer does not stay in the Active zone, but falls into the
"Inactive" zone for most, of the burn cycle, the thermostat could be set too low or the catalyst may need cleaning
or replacement. The catalyst is located in the top of the firebox, just inside the door. See CATALYTIC COMBUS-
TOR, TESTING, page 26.
COAL
DO NOT BURN COAL IN THIS STOVE. Evidence of coal burning automatically voids all warranties.
CHIMNEY
One or more passageways, vertical or nearly so, for sending flue gases (smoke) to the outside atmosphere.
Stoves must be vented ONLY to the outside, never to other rooms or buildings.
Special methods are required when passing through a wall or ceiling. See chimney manufacturers instructions
and local building codes.
Two types, of chimneys are acceptable for use with these stoves:
- A listed factory built fireplace/chimney suitable for use with solid fuels and conforming to, UL 127 or ULC S620.
- Masonry Chimney: A field-constructed, code-approved, chimney of solid masonry units, bricks, stones, listed
masonry chimney units or reinforced Portland cement concrete, with at least 5/8" fire clay lining joined with re-
fractory cement or other listed lining system suitable for use with wood stoves. Before connecting to an existing
masonry chimney, have it inspected by a certified chimney sweep.
NEVER VENT THE STOVE INTO A CLASS "B" GAS VENT CHIMNEY. NEVER USE A CHIMNEY CONNEC-
TOR OR CHIMNEY FLUE SMALLER THAN THE STOVE EXHAUST, UNLESS APPROVED BY YOUR LO-
CAL INSPECTOR.
Avoid a home fire. Maintain the designated clearance distance to combustibles. Insulation must not touch the
chimney. There must be the designated air space clearance around the chimney. This air space around a chim-
ney is necessary to allow natural heat removal from the area. Insulation in this space will cause a heat buildup
which may ignite wood framing.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Generally, the taller the chimney, the more dependable the draft. The chimney should be kept warm to enhance
the draft. This will also protect against creosote accumulation caused by condensation of water vapor and
smoke. A build-up of creosote can reduce the draft and will become a potential fire hazard. See CREOSOTE,
page 9. A chimney should extend at least three feet above a flat roof, or at least two feet above any part of the
roof within 10 feet. Chimney tops should NEVER be near trees or other tall objects that might cause down-drafts.
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL
Material made of or surfaced with wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, plastics, or other materials that will ig-
nite and burn, whether flame proof or not, or whether plastered or un-plastered.