Operating instructions
HELPFUL HINTS
CURING THE PAINT
ON
YOUR STOVE: During the first several firings, burn small
fires to cure the paint and to prevent damage to the finish. It is a good idea to flip the tog-
gle.
swi~ch
to
"MANUA~"
position during these first firings so the blower will
run
continuously.
This Will allow the pamt to cure at a slower rate and creates a better overall finish.
ASH BED: For maximum efficiency from your BUCK STOVE, allow
an
ash bed
to
build
up in the stove that, in height, is approximately level with the bottom of the fire dogs. This
may take several days of continued use.
(1"
approx.)
CLEANING ASHES FROM YOUR STOVE: Ashes must be cleaned from the firebox
through the front doors. Store the ashes
in
a metal container and a safe location.
(see
safety
precautions) Ashes can ignite up to
72
hours after removal.
1\..
CAUTION: Never remove ashes from your BUCK STOVE with the blower
..
running. If you should accidentally lower them below the hearth across the front
of the stove, air from the lower hot air register could scatter the ashes and hot
embers across your room.
CARE
OF
OPTIONAL GLASS DOORS: The glass doors
on
your BUCK STOVE per-
mit you to enjoy the beauty of the fire while retaining the efficiency of your stove. Although
the brand of glass used in the BUCK STOVE doors has well established and recognized
heat resistant and strength characteristics, it can be broken through improper use.
To
achieve the maximum utility and safety of your glass doors,
we
advise that you observe
the following use and safety tips:
1.
Inspect the glass regularly for cracks or breaks. If you detect a crack or break, extinguish
the fire immediately and return the door to your stove dealer for glass replacement
before further use.
2.
Do
not slam stove doors or otherwise impact the glass. When closing door, make
sure that no logs or other objects protrude to impact against the glass.
3.
Do not clean the glass with materials which may scratch it (such
as
steel wool) or
otherwise damage the glass. Scratches on the glass can develop into cracks or breaks.
The glass can be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner, providing it does not contain
abrasives. A build-up on the glass that has been there for a considerable length of time
ca'l
be burned off with a propane torch.
IN THE EVENT OF POWER FAILURE: Your Buck Stove
can
still
be
used
as
a fireplace.
Open the doors, install
the
fire screen and continue to enjoy your BUCK
STOVE.
NIGHTTIME USE: The fire in your BUCK STOVE should last
throu~hout
the night with
the proper selection of firewood and controlling the rate
of
burn by uSing the draft control
dampers located at the bottom of the doors.
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