Owner`s manual

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4. OPERATION
WARNING:
DO NOT USE GASOLINE, LIGHTER FLUID, KEORSENE OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS TO
START OR FRESHEN A FIRE IN THE STOVE KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WEEL AWAY FROM THE
STOVE WHILE IT IS IN USE.
Fueling the Stove:
Your SCAN freestanding wood stove is designed for burning dry natural well-seasoned wood only (If
your wood supply is not seasoned, ask your authorized SCAN dealer where to obtain seasoned fuel in
your area). Wood should be stored in a dry place for at least two years before being used for fuel.
Some trees have very high moisture content and it is necessary to thoroughly dry the wood. Cutting
and splitting the wood can speed up the drying process, then stacking it with both ends of the stick
exposed. More drying occurs through the end than through the sides even when the wood is split. We
recommend that the moisture content of the wood is between 15-18% on a wet basis.
Green or uncured wood does not work well as fuel, and can cause increased creosote buildups. The
value of green wood as a source of heat is limited. Do not overload, use kindling wood, or mill ends for
primary fuel as this may cause over-firing.
Do not store wood within the installation clearances or within the space required for charging and ash
removal.
Although feeding excessive amounts of fuel to the stove should be avoided, it is important to supply it
with sufficient fuel to maintain a moderately hot fire (this is particularly important since burning wood
produces volatile substances).
Burning materials other than natural dry well seasoned wood may shorten the life of your stove and
possibly lead to a dangerous over-firing condition. Do not burn garbage, particle, board, scraps or
pressed logs using bonding agents because they can produce conditions, which will deteriorate metal.
Starting a Fire:
Do not elevate the fire. Build fire directly on the hearth inside the stove; do not build
fire above or in front of the log retainer.
To start a fire:
Pull the ash drawer open about one inch and fully open the air intake control. In addition, to help with
the start-up, you may also leave the fuel door slightly ajar. Use a small amount of fire starters with
enough kindling wood to establish a small brisk burning fire. Add several larger pieces of wood on top
of the burning kindling and allow enough time for it to fully catch on fire. Add a full load of fuel and
close and latch the fuel door. After five minutes, push the ash drawer closed and adjust the air intake
control to the desired position.
CAUTION:
RISK FOR EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURES. THE MAXIMUM TIME THE ASH DRAWER CAN BE
OPEN DURING STARTUP IS FIVE MINUTES! KEEP ASH DRAWER CLOSED DURING FIRING OF
THE HEATER.