Arbor Wood Stove Owner's Manual
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Arbor Wood Stove Owner's Manual • Freestanding Stove • Mobile-Home Approved • Alcove Approved • Hearth-Stove Approved Save these instructions for future reference SAFETY NOTICE: If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. © Copyright 2010, T.I. Listed $10.00 100-01190_003 Tested to: U.L. 1482 4100818 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW Test Report # 028-S-75-2 Mukilteo, WA 98275 2 Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of an Arbor wood-burning stove. In purchasing an Arbor you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Arbor is one of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this appliance. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operating your appliance and save the manual for future reference. Included are helpful hints and suggestions which will make the installation and operation of your new appliance an easier and more enjoyable experience. We offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from your appliance. Important Information No other Avalon Arbor appliance has the same serial Register your warranty online at: number as yours. The serial number is stamped onto the label on the back of the appliance. traviswarranty.com This serial number will be needed in case you require Or, mail your warranty card to: service of any type. Travis Industries House of Fire 4800 Harbour Pointe Blvd. SW Model: Avalon Arbor Mukilteo, WA 98275 Save Your Bill of Sale. Serial Number: To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of the date you Purchase Date: purchased your heater. Do not mail your Bill of Sale to us. Purchased From: We suggest that you attach your Bill of Sale to this page so that you will have all the information you need in one place should the need for service or information occur. © Travis Industries 100-01190_003 4100818 Table of Contents 3 General Information Operating Your Appliance (continued) Introduction & Important Information .......................... 2 Ash Removal .............................................................. 24 Safety Precautions ..................................................... 4 Ashpan Removal .................................................. 24 Features & Specifications .......................................... 6 Blower Operation ....................................................... 25 Re-Loading the Stove ................................................ 25 Stove Installation Overnight Burn ........................................................... 25 Planning the Installation ............................................. 7 Normal Operating Sounds .......................................... 25 Preparation for Installation .................................... 7 Hints for Burning ........................................................ 26 Stove Installation Considerations ......................... 7 Selecting Wood .......................................................... 26 Floor Protection Requirements .................................. 8 Why Dry Wood is Key ........................................... 26 Stove Placement Requirements ................................. 8 Wood Cutting and Storage ................................... 26 Clearances ................................................................. 8 Burn Procedure Pictorial Overview ............................ 27 Top View - Straight Installation ............................. 9 Troubleshooting ......................................................... 29 Top View - Corner Installation .............................. 9 Bypass Handle Installation ......................................... 10 Maintaining Your Appliance Rear Vent Configuration ............................................. 10 Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) ................... 30 Chimney Connector Requirments .............................. 11 Remove Ash (if necessary) .................................. 30 Chimney Requirements .............................................. 12 Clean the Glass (if necessary).............................. 30 Chimney Termination Requirements .......................... 13 Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) ....... 31 Outside Air Requirements .......................................... 13 Door and Glass Inspection ................................... 31 Alcove Installation Requirements ............................... 14 Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal ....... 31 Mobile Home Requirements ....................................... 15 Clean the Combustion Brick ................................. 32 INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS Yearly Maintenance ................................................... 32 Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney ..... 16 Touch Up Paint ..................................................... 32 Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney .... 16 Cleaning the Air Duct and Blower (if applicable) ... 32 Hearth Stove Positive Connection ........................ 17 Door Parts .................................................................. 34 Hearth Stove Direct Connection ........................... 17 Replacing the Glass ............................................. 34 Interior or Exterior Masonry Chimney ................... 18 Replacing the Door Gasket .................................. 34 Replacing the Loading Lid Gasket ........................ 34 Operating Your Appliance Replacing the Door Handle .................................. 34 Safety Notice .............................................................. 19 Firebox Parts .............................................................. 35 Operating the Stove when it is Hot ....................... 19 Brick Removal & Replacement ............................. 35 Before Your First Fire ................................................. 19 Combustor Removal & Replacement ................... 35 Curing the Paint .................................................... 19 Over-Firing the Stove ........................................... 19 Warranty Opening the Doors ..................................................... 20 Warranty .................................................................... 36 Bypass Operation....................................................... 21 Listing Information Loading Lid Operation ................................................ 21 Listing Information ...................................................... 38 Starting a Fire ............................................................ 22 Optional Equipment Adjusting the Burn Rate ............................................. 23 Approximate Air Control Settings .......................... 23 Rear Blower Installation ............................................. 39 Index Index .......................................................................... 40 © Travis Industries 100-01190_003 4100818 4 Safety Precautions The viewing door must be Gasoline or other flammable closed and latched during liquids must never be used to operation. start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire. Do not store or use Gas gasoline or other flammable Never block free airflow through liquids in the vicinity of this the air vents on this appliance. appliance. This appliance is designed and Ashes must be disposed in a approved for the burning of cord metal container with a tight lid wood only. Do not attempt to and placed on a non- burn any other type of fuel other combustible surface well away than cord wood in this ASHES from the home or structure. appliance, it will void all warranties and safety listings. Do not touch the appliance while Keep furniture, drapes, curtains, it is hot and educate all children wood, paper, and other of the danger of a high- combustibles a minimum of 36" temperature appliance. Young away from the front of the children should be supervised 36" appliance. when they are in the same room as the appliance. This appliance must be properly Contact your local building installed to prevent the officials to obtain a permit and possibility of a house fire. The information on any installation instructions must be strictly restrictions or inspection adhered to. Do not use Ok requirements in your area. makeshift methods or Notify your insurance company compromise in the installation. of this appliance as well. Inspect the chimney connector and chimney at least twice This appliance must be monthly and clean if necessary. connected to a listed high Creosote may build up and Type Clay temperature (UL 103 HT) cause a house fire. HT Liner residential type chimney or an Do not connect this appliance to approved masonry chimney with any chimney serving another a standard clay tile, or stainless appliance. steel liner. © Travis Industries 100-01190_003 4100818 Safety Precautions 5 When installed in a mobile home, this appliance must be Do not place clothing or other bolted to the floor, have outside flammable items on or near this air, and not be installed in the appliance. Mobile bedroom (Per H.U.D. Home requirements). Check with local building officials. Never try to repair or replace Do not make any changes or any part of this appliance unless modifications to an existing instructions are given in this masonry