New Buck Corporation 18 - Manual (Page 12)

FINAL CHECK
1. Recheck the specified clearances.
2. Remove all foreign material from the firebox area.
3. Open the primary air draft.
NOTE: Plug the power cord into a 115 VAC outlet. Route the cord to prevent damage to the
cord insulation from heat and sharp objects. Keep the cord out of the way of traffic to prevent
damage caused by tripping, etc.
4. Place crumpled pieces of newspaper in the stove. Light it and close the doors. Ensure
that the stove draws properly through the primary draft.
NOTE: “Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth.”
5. Check for smoke leaks around the doors.
6. Open the doors and check for smoke escaping from the front of
the stove. Smoking usually indicates a defective or poorly positioned chimney. Some
chimneys with a marginal draft can be preheated by lighting newspaper and holding
it near the open damper with a poker or fire tong. Once the chimney heats up, a proper
draft can usually be obtained.
If a thorough review of the Troubleshooting Guide in the rear of the manual does not reveal
the problem, contact your dealer for assistance.
NOTE: The unit is painted with a specially formulated high temperature paint that cures
during the first two or three firings. You may notice a slight smoking effect and an odor
of burning paint when you build the first fires. This is normal and is not a cause for
alarm. In some cases, these fumes will activate a smoke alarm. Opening a window near
the unit will allow these fumes to escape. Do not build a large, roaring fire until this
curing is complete or the heater finish may be damaged.
The connector and/or chimney should be inspected at least once a month during the heating
season to determine if a creosote buildup has occurred.
CAUTION
NEVER USE GASOLINE, GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE,
CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR “FRESHEN
UP” A FIRE IN THE HEATER. KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM
THE STOVE WHEN IT IS IN USE. ALL FLUIDS OF THIS TYPE GIVE OFF
VOLATILE FUMES AND CAN AND WILL EXPLODE!! DON'T TAKE A CHANCE
WITH THE SAFETY OF YOUR HOME AND FAMILY.
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