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PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
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QUESTIONS TO ASK LOCAL BUILDING OFFICIAL
A correct installation is critical and imperative for reduc-
ing fire hazards and perilous conditions that can arise
when wood pellet burning appliances are improperly
installed. The installer must follow all of the manufac-
turers’ instructions.
The installation of this appliance must conform to local
codes and applicable state and federal requirements.
Familiarity with these requirements before installation is
essential. Important considerations to discuss with local
building officials include:
1. Applicable codes (i.e. Uniform Mechanical Code,
State or Regional Codes)?
Electrical codes:
In USA, NEC, ANSI / NFPA 70-1987.
In Canada, CSA C22.1
Power Supply Requirements
– The power cord
must be plugged into a standard, 115 volt, 60 Hz
grounded electrical outlet. The approximate
power requirement is 200 watts, and will peak up
to 700 watts for approximately 6 minutes when
the self-igniter is operating (it will turn off 2 min-
utes after flame detection). The power supply
cord must be routed to avoid contact with any of
the hot or sharp exterior surface areas of the
stove. When installed in a manufactured (mobile)
home appliance must be electrically grounded to
the steel chassis (see page 7, Manufactured
(Mobile) Home Requirements for additional re-
quirements). These requirements must be met
unless otherwise specified by state or local au-
thorities.
WARNING - Electrical Grounding Instructions:
This appliance is equipped with a three-prong
(grounding) plug for your protection against
shock hazard and should be plugged directly
into a properly grounded three-prong recep-
tacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding
prong from this plug.
2. Local amendments?
3. Is a permit required - cost?
You may wish to contact your insurance company
to ask if they require this.
4. Is outside combustion air required?
5. Rooms where the installation is not allowed?
INSTALLATION / MAINTENANCE STANDARDS
National Fire Protection Association – The primary
NFPA standard that refers to installation and mainte-
nance of pellet appliances and venting is NFPA 211:
Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel appli-
ances, Jan. 2000.
SELECTING A LOCATION
The design of your home and where you place your
stove will determine its value as a source of heat. A
wood stove depends primarily on air circulation (con-
vection) to disperse its heat, and therefore, a central
location is often best. There are other practical consid-
erations, which must be considered before a final selec-
tion of locations is made.
♦ Existing Chimneys
♦ Pellet Fuel Storage
♦ Aesthetic Considerations
♦ Roof Design (rafter locations & roof pitch)
♦ Room Traffic
♦ Proximity to Combustibles
♦ Electrical Wiring
The installation of this stove will require some research.
Once your options are determined, consult with your
local building department who will be able to give you
the necessary installation requirements for your area (Is
a building permit required, rooms where installation may
not be allowed, etc.).
WARNING: Check all local building and safety
codes before installation. The installation instruc-
tions and appropriate code requirements must be
followed exactly and without compromise. Altera-
tions to the stove are not allowed. Do not connect
the stove to a chimney system serving another
stove, appliance, or any air distribution duct. Failure
to follow these instructions will void the manufac-
turers warranty.
SMOKE DETECTORS
Since there are always several potential sources of fire
in any home, we recommend installing smoke detec-
tors. If possible, install the smoke detector in a hallway
adjacent to the room (to reduce the possibility of occa-
sional false activation from the heat produced by the
stove). If your local code requires a smoke detector be
installed within the same room, you must follow the re-
quirements of your local code. Check with your local
building department for requirements in your area.