Vogelzang VG650ELG - Manual (Page 3)

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17. DO NOT ELEVATE ThE FIRE. Build fire directly on
the bottom of the firebox. this stove has not been
tested with the use of grates, andirons or other means
of elevating the fire and must not be used.
18. CLEAN STOVE FREqUENTLY as soot, creosote
and ash may accumulate. Clean exterior with soap
and warm water when stove is not hot. Do not use
any acids or scouring soap, as these solvents wear
and dull the finish.
19. Do not operate stove while under the influence of
drugs or alcohol
20. ALERT ALL PERSONS TO ThE hAzARDS OF
hIGh SURFACE TEMPERATURES while stove is
in operation – especially young children. Keep away
from a hot stove to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
21. NEVER LEAVE SMALL ChILDREN UNSUPER-
VISED whEN ThEY ARE IN ThE SAME ROOM
AS ThE STOVE. if small children will be in the same
room as the stove during operation, provide a sturdy
barrier to keep them at a safe distance from the stove.
22. Keep stove area clear and free from all combustible
materials, gasoline, engine oil, naphtha and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
23. whILE TENDING ThE FIRE ALwAYS wEAR PRO-
TECTIVE CLOThING, fire retardant hearth gloves
and eye protection, to prevent burns.
24. NEVER OPERATE ThIS STOVE wIThOUT ASh
DRAwER OR ASh CLEAN OUT IN PLACE OR
wITh ThE DOOR OPEN except when re-fueling.
Such actions can result in very dangerous operating
conditions.
25. DO NOT OVER FIRE ThE STOVE. over firing will
occur if combustion air is uncontrolled as when oper-
sated without ash cleanout cover or ash drawer or if
feed door is left open during operation. Such actions
can result in very dangerous operating conditions.
While in operation, keep the feed door closed and
secured at all times except while tending the fire
26. DO NOT SMOThER FIRE whEN ADDING FUEL. Do
not build fires against glass and do not load fuel to a
height or in such a manner that it creates a hazard
when opening the door.
27. NEVER LEAVE ThE STOVE UNATTENDED with
door open. always close the door after ignition.
28. DO NOT CONNECT TO OR USE IN CONjUNC-
TION wITh ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT wORk
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED FOR SUCh
INSTALLATIONS.
29. A wOOD-BURNING STOVE MUST NEVER BE
INSTALLED IN A hALLwAY OR NEAR A STAIR-
CASE, as it may block egress in the event of a fire.
30. DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
31. DO NOT INSTALL IN AN ALCOVE OR INSIDE A
FIREPLACE.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS continued…
32. install at least one smoke detector on each floor of
your home. Detectors should be located away from
the heating appliance to avoid false alarms. Detectors
should be located close to sleeping areas. Follow
the smoke detector manufacturer’s placement and
installation instructions. Maintain smoke detector per
manufacturer’s instructions.
33. CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) hAzARD. a buildup of
Co fumes is toxic and can be fatal. Carbon Monoxide
is a colorless, odorless gas produced during combus-
tion of wood, coal, oil, gas and by other fuel burning
appliances. it is important to have a proper draft and
adequate replacement air ventilation so fumes are
drawn out the chimney. installed as instructed this
stove is designed to be as safe as possible yet it is
recommended to install a Co detector. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendations for proper instal-
lation and use. it is recommended to be placed at
table-top level (not near the ceiling) to avoid false
alarms. realize that devices other than a stove (i.e.
motor exhaust) can trigger Co alarms.
if alarm sounds:
• Recognize the symptoms of CO poisoning (head-
aches, nausea & drowsiness).
• Increase ventilation (open windows & doors).
• Make sure stove doors and/or lids are closed and
secured.
• Check stove for smoking or puffing (open airflow
controls).
• Check chimney & connector pipe for leaks, block-
age or down-draft conditions.
• Check CO device for false alarm.
34. the walls of the fire box may become slightly distorted
after a period of use. a slight distortion will not affect
34 operation of the stove.
35. Keep power cords, electrical appliances and/or as-
semblies outside of the clearance area shown in this
manual for combustible materials.
36. Consult your municipal building department or fire
officials about restrictions, permits and installation
requirements for your area.
37. For further information on using your stove
safely, a copy of the national Fire Protection
association (nFPa) publication, “using Coal and
Wood Stoves Safely” nFPa no. HS-10-1978. Write
nFPa, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Ma 02269.
NOTE: A PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED hEAT-
ING AND COOLING CONTRACTOR MUST
BE CONSULTED IF YOU hAVE qUESTIONS
REGARDING ThE INSTALLATION OF ThIS
SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCE.