Camano Wood Stove Owner's Manual 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. Dragon Wholesaling Pty. Ltd. Unit 2, 16 Lexington Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia © Copyright 2012, Travis Industries, Inc. $10.
Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Camano wood-burning stove. In purchasing a Camano 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 Camano is one of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this appliance.
Table of Contents 3 Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) ... 21 Safety Notice .................................................. 15 Before Your First Fire .................................... 15 Verifying the Installation ...................................... 15 Curing the Paint .................................................. 15 Over-Firing the Stove .......................................... 15 Opening the Door ........................................... 15 Starting a Fire .....................
Safety Precautions The viewing door must be closed and latched during operation. Gas Never block free airflow through the air vents on this appliance. This appliance is designed and approved for the burning of cord wood only. Do not attempt to burn any other type of fuel other than cord wood in this appliance, it will void all warranties and safety listings. Do not touch the appliance while it is hot and educate all children of the danger of a hightemperature appliance.
Safety Precautions Never try to repair or replace any part of this appliance unless instructions are given in this manual. All other work must be done by a trained technician. Allow the appliance to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning. 5 Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near this appliance. Hot while in operation. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns.
Features & Specifications Installation Options Features • Freestanding • EPA Phase II Approved • Freestanding Hearth Stove • .05 Cubic Meter Firebox Volume • Single Operating Control • Accepts Logs Up to 457mm Long • Steel Plate Construction (6mm & 5mm) • Heavy Duty Refractory Firebrick • Optional High-Tech Blower Heating Specifications Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity* Up to 160 sq.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 7 SAFETY NOTICE: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Always use gloves when operating a hot stove. The door handle and other components become very hot during normal use.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Floor Protection Requirements • Floor protection must extend to the sides, rear, and front of the stove (see “Clearances” below for minimum floor protection). NOTE: When installed with reduced-clearance connector, the clearance to the backwall may be less than the floor protection requirement. In this case the floor protection must extend to the wall.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 Chimney Connector Requirements • The chimney connector must be 150mm diameter and stainless steel. NOTE: Aluminum or galvanized steel is not allowed – these materials cannot withstand the flue temperatures and may give off toxic fumes when heated. • Chimney connector is required from the flue collar of the stove to the factory-built chimney (see Figure 4) or masonry chimney (see Figures 13, 14, and 15).
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Requirements • DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. • DO NOT CONNECT TO OR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCTWORK UNLESS SPECIFICALLY APPROVED FOR SUCH INSTALLATIONS. • IN CANADA: This appliance must be connected to a factory-built chimney conforming to CAN/ULCS629, Standard for 650ºC Factory-Built Chimneys.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 11 Chimney Termination Requirements • Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering). • Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material. • Must terminate at least 914mm above the roof and at least 610mm above any portion of the roof within 3.04M - see Figure 5. Min. 2’ (610mm) 10’ (3.04M) Min. 3’ (914mm) Min. 2’ (610mm) 10’ (3.04M) Min.
Standard Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Cap (See the section "Chimney Termination Requirements" for more details) } Chimney Sections Insulation Follow the chimney manufacturer's instructions and clearances for floor penetrations. A ceiling support is required, an attic insulation shield is required where insulation is present. } Minimum Air Space to Combustibles (See Chimney Manufacturer's Instructions) Minimum 15' (4.
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) NOTE: Exterior chimneys are subject to greater moisture and creosote accumulation due to the lower temperatures. An insulated chase will reduce these accumulations (the proper clearances to the chimney must be maintained).
Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Interior or Exterior Masonry Chimney NOTE: This type of installation is not allowed in Canada. NOTE: This type of installation requires a UBC approved masonry connector, an NFPA 211 approved method, or a method approved by local jurisdictions. NOTE: The chimney must have a clay tile liner. If it does not, the installation must use a positive connection (full reline).
Operating Your Appliance 15 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. Read and follow all of the warnings on pages 4 and 5 of this manual.
Operating Your Appliance Starting a Fire Since the dawn of time man has debated the best way to start a fire. Some use the boy-scout "tee-pee", some prefer the "tic-tac-toe" stack. Either way, review the hints and warnings below to ensure proper fire starting. • Make sure the air control and is pushed in. If additional air is needed, open the doors 1/4" during the first five minutes of start-up.
Operating Your Appliance 17 Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the stove. See the illustration below for details. Approximate Air Control Settings Overnight Burn Fully out to 7.1mm open Medium Burn 7.1mm to 7.9mm open Medium High Burn 7.9mm to 11.1mm open High Burn 11.1mm to full in The air control becomes hot during operation - use gloves or a tool to prevent burns. The air control may take several minutes to influence the burn rate.
Operating Your Appliance Optional Blower Operation The blower is available to assist the convection chamber in distributing heat to your home. The directions below detail the options you have with the blower and the best method for operation. HIGH LOW Turn the dial all the way counter- OFF The high position is all the way counter- Turn the dial all the clockwise until it clicks off. clockwise, without clicking off. way clockwise.
Operating Your Appliance 19 Hints for Burning • Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn • Use smaller pieces of wood during start-up and high burns to increase temperature • Use larger pieces of wood for overnight or sustained burns • Stack the wood tightly together to establish a longer burn • Leave a bed of ashes (13mm deep) to allow for longer burns • Be considerate of neighbors & the environment: burn dry wood only • Burn small, intense fires instead of large, slow burning fire
Operating Your Appliance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Smoke Enters Room During Start-Up • Open the air control (pg. 17). • Cold Air Blockage - burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft. • If the flame is not getting enough air, a small crack in the door is all that is needed. • Open the air control (pg. 17). • Not enough starter paper - use additional newspaper if necessary. • If the flame is not getting enough air, a small crack in the door is all that is needed.
Maintaining Your Appliance 21 Failure to properly maintain and inspect your appliance may reduce the performance and life of the appliance, void your warranty, and create a fire hazard. Establish a routine for the fuel, wood burner and firing technique. Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows how often you need to clean to be safe.
Maintaining Your Appliance Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Door and Glass Inspection The door must form an air-tight seal to the firebox for the stove to work correctly. Inspect the door gasket to make sure it forms an air-tight seal to the firebox. The door can be lifted off the hinges if extensive repairs are conducted.
Maintaining Your Appliance 23 Yearly Maintenance Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Touch-Up Paint Included with the owner's pack of this appliance is a can of Stove-Brite® paint. To touch up nicks or dulled paint, apply the paint while the appliance is cool. Sand rusted or damaged areas before preparation (use 120-grit sandpaper). Clean and dry the area to prepare the surface. Wait at least one hour before starting the appliance.
Maintaining Your Appliance Door Parts Lopi Republic Door 1 3 4 2 10 7 5 6 9 ID # 1 3 5 7 9 Description Glass Gasket Glass Clip w Gasket– 3 Hole RTV High Temp.
Maintaining Your Appliance 25 Firebox Parts 5 5 2 6 3 5 4 1 5 5 5 5 5 6 5 5 7 ID # 1 Description Baffle Support "S" Bar Qty 1 Part # 99900294 ID # 2 3 5 7 Air Tube Roll Pins Brick - 9" x 4.5" un-cut Brick, Cut - 9" x 1.375" 6 16 2 98900357 251-00000 251-00018 4 6 Description Air Tube with Sleeve NOTE: The Australian heater has only one air tube at the rear of the firebox. Air Tube Retainer Sleeve Brick, Cut - 9" x 2.
Maintaining Your Appliance Air Tube Removal & Replacement All three air tubes are identical. Air Tube Collar Air Tube a Remove the left pin on the air tube collar Roll Pin b Slide the air tube to the left, swing it down and remove from the firebox. Baffle Removal & Replacement The baffle is held up by the front air tube. Make sure to support the baffle after removing the air tubes. • Lift the four baffle firebricks then lift the baffle deflector up and over its resting position.
Limited 7 Year Warranty To register your 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to:. Dragon Wholesaling Pty. Ltd., Unit 2, 16 Lexington Drive, Bella Vista NSW 2153, Australia. DRAGON WHOLESALING warrants this appliance (appliance is defined as the equipment manufactured by Travis Industries, Inc.
Limited 7 Year Warranty CONDITIONS & EXCLUSIONS 1. This new appliance must be installed by a qualified installer. It must be installed, operated, and maintained at all times in accordance with the instructions in the Owner’s Manual. Any alteration, willful abuse, accident, neglect, or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty. 2. This warranty is nontransferable, and is made to the ORIGINAL purchaser, provided that the purchase was made through an authorized Travis dealer. 3.
Listing Label 29 Listing Label © Travis Industries 100-01260 4121205
Optional Equipment Rear Blower Installation (Part # 99000138) The rear blower improves heat transfer by pushing heated air through the convection channel. Operating instructions are described in the section "Blower Operation". a b Twist the wires together and feed Wedge the snap disk directly them through the convection chamber in front of the stiffener on the and out of the slot on the rear of the left side. c Remove all slack from the wire and secure with the included wire clip.
Index Adjusting the Burn Rate ................................... 17 Air Tube Removal & Replacement ................... 26 Baffle Removal & Replacement ....................... 26 Before Your First Fire ....................................... 15 Cathedral Ceiling with a Factory Built Chimney ...................................................................... 12 Chimney Connector Requirements .................... 9 Chimney Requirements....................................
