chemicals or fluids to start the fire. Do not burn flammable fluids such as gasoline, NAPHTHA or
engine oil.
Be sure the chimney and flue pipe are well installed according the pipe manufacturer’s
directions. Install vent at clearances specified by the vent manufacturer.
Adhere to all clearances to combustible material, as well as floor protection requirements,
mentioned in this manual.
Do NOT store fuel closer than specified clearances to combustibles or within the space needed
for loading the stove and ash removal.
This unit was designed for operation only with the loading door closed and tightly latched.
Operating this unit with the loading door latched loosely or open will allow excessive
combustion air to reach the fire and will result in dangerously high temperatures. High unit
temperatures can damage the unit, void the warranty or ignite creosote deposited in the flue
system by previous, slow burning fires.
Starting your fire:
Be sure the air intake control on the door is fully open, as well as the damper in the stove pipe.
Place several sheets of rumpled paper in the center of the firebox, then place approximately 8-
10 small pieces of dry kindling over the top of the paper, forming a ‘teepee’ shape. If you place
any heating wood in the firebox at this time, choose very small pieces.
You may also choose solid ‘firestarters’ to help start your fire. (Remember, NO flammable
liquids such as lighter fluid or gas may be used!)
To avoid back draft from cold air outside the structure, you should warm the chimney prior to
igniting the wood in the firebox. Twist a few sheets of paper into a torch shape, then light it
and hold it as close as possible to the entry of the flue, inside the combustion chamber, to
warm the chimney. USE CAUTION so that you do not burn yourself. Once an updraft into the
flue is initiated, you may light your stove by lighting the paper and kindling teepee that is inside
the firebox.
Leave the stove door slightly opened for 5-10 minutes, or until good combustion is achieved.
DO NOT leave the fire while the door is opened. At this time you may close the door and
progressively adjust the air control to achieve the preferred intensity of the fire.
Once you have a bed of embers, reload the unit with larger wood. For safety and best
performance, you should keep your wood load no higher than 6 inches.
Use the circular draft control on the stove door to regulate the intake air for your fire. We
recommend installing a magnetic thermometer on your stove pipe, approximately 18” (46 cm)
above the stove’s surface. The ideal temperature of the flue pipe is between 250⁰ F and 500⁰ F