Do not burn any material other than natural organics. Do not burn
GARBAGE, HOUSEHOLD WASTE, STRAW, HAY or YARD WASTE. Do
not
use flammable liquids or materials to start or to enhance the fire. Never use
any type of petroleum product, petroleum based product, charcoal starter,
lighter fluid, lantern fuel, kerosene or any other flammable accelerant to start
your fire.
Start your fire with paper, cardboard, and small kindling, never any type of
flammable liquid. It is very important when you first fire your stove to allow
the water to come up to operating temperature (160° to 180°) before you
actually start heating your home or other structure. If you start drawing heat
out of the water too soon, the stove will not be able to catch up, and
creosote will probably clog your chimney. Keep the water pump(s) operating,
but don’t turn the indoor thermostat for the outdoor stove up until that
operating temperature is reached.
When opening the firebox door, pause between the first (main) latch and the
safety latch. This type of latch is called a Door Anti Blowback Latch. There
can be unburnt gases built up inside of the firebox during normal operation.
Pausing at the safety latch will allow those gases to ignite and burn off.
Failure to make this a practice could result in severe burns. Always close the
stove door tightly after tending your fire.
Never leave the stove unattended if the firebox door is open or unlatched.
Do not touch any part of the front of your stove that is uninsulated.
Temperatures can reach 200 degrees in these areas. Failure to do this could
result in severe burns.
To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the electricity before performing
maintenance.
Always wear protective gloves and glasses. Be aware that hanging or loose
clothing can catch fire.
