Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Flush Wood Insert Avalon Stoves
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F l u s h W o o d Insert Owner's Manual Masonry Fireplace Insert Save these instructions for future reference S A FE TY N OTIC E : If thi s appl i anc e i s not properly i ns tal l ed, a house fi re may re sult. For y our s afety, follow the install ation dire cti ons.
2 Introduction © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Travis Industries Flush Wood wood-burning fireplace insert. In purchasing a Flush Wood you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics.
Table of Contents 3 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 General Information Introduction ...................................................... 2 Important Information ......................................... 2 Safety Precautions .................
4 Safety Precautions © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 The viewing door must be closed and latched during operation. Never block free airflow through the air vents on this appliance. Gas Gasoline or other flammable liquids must never be used to start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire.
Safety Precautions 5 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 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. Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near this appliance.
6 Features & Specifications © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Installation Options: • Masonry Fireplace Insert WARNING : Do not install this fireplace insert into a factory-built metal (Z.C.) fireplace. Features: • EPA Phase II Approved • 2.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 7 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 SAFETY NOTICE: P lease r ead t h is ent ir e m an u al b ef o r e yo u in stall an d u se yo u r n ew r o o m h eater . F ailu r e to fo llo w in st r u c tio n s m a y r e su lt in p r o p er t y d am a g e, b o dily injur y, or even d eath .
8 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Installation Considerations NOTE: Face Seal Connections are not allowed with this fireplace insert.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Insert Placement Requirements • The insert must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.
10 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Drafting Performance This appliance relies upon natural draft to operate. External forces, such as wind, barometric pressure, topography, or factors of the home (negative pressure from exhaust fans, chimneys, air infiltration, etc.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 11 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Block-Off Plate Installation Whenever this appliance is installed with a direct connection a block-off plate, or other non-combustible seal-off device (e.g. damper adapter), will need to be installed.
12 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Surround Panel Installation The surround panels are available in two sizes shown below.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 13 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 2. Install the top panel following the directions below. Slide the top panel into place. The joggle clips on the back of the panel insert over the tabs on the side panel and the flange on top of the insert.
14 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Face Installation There are several face options available for this fireplace insert. They all install with hooks that allow the face to be hung on the fireplace insert.
Installation (for qualified installers only) 15 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Re-Routing the Electrical Cord to the Left Side The power cord is connected to the right side of the insert when it leaves the factory. It may be re-routed to the left side following the directions below.
16 Installation (for qualified installers only) © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Insert with Positive Connection NOTE : Most factory-built chimney manufacturers make stainless steel chimney liners, either flexible or rigid. This provides a wide variety of installation options.
Operating Your Appliance 17 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 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.
18 Operating Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Door Operation The door becomes hot during use. Use a glove to open the door if the handle is hot. To prevent smoke from entering the room, open the bypass before opening the door (see following page for directions).
Operating Your Appliance 19 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Bypass Operation The bypass controls the flow of smoke inside the heater. When pulled out, smoke goes directly up the flue, creating more draft. When pushed in, the smoke goes around the baffle, utilizing the secondary combustion and making the heater more efficient.
20 Operating Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 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.
Operating Your Appliance 21 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Adjusting the Burn Rate Use the air control slider to control the burn rate of the stove. See the illustration below for details. Low Burn (air control closed) High Burn (air control open) Use the air control to change the burn rate.
22 Operating Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Blower Operation The blower will turn on once the stove is up to temperature. This is typically 15 to 30 minutes after starting the fire. Follow the directions below to alter the blower speed.
Operating Your Appliance 23 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Hints for Burning • Get the appliance hot before adjusting to low burn • Use smaller pieces of wood during start-up and high burn.
24 Operating Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Smoke Enters Room During Start-Up • Open the bypass (pg. 19). • Open the air control (pg. 21). • Cold Air Blockage - burn a piece of newspaper to establish a draft.
Maintaining Your Appliance 25 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 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. Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use) Remove Ash (if necessary) • Ash removal is not required once it builds up.
26 Maintaining Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in use) Make sure the appliance has fully cooled prior to conducting service. Door and Glass Inspection The door can be lifted off the hinges if extensive repairs are conducted.
Maintaining Your Appliance 27 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 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.
28 Maintaining Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Door Parts 1 12 5 9 8 10 11 4 3 7 2 6 13 ID # Description Qty Part # ID # Description Qty Part # 1 Door Gasket (3/8" Rope) 999.
Maintaining Your Appliance 29 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Blower and Electrical Parts Description Qty Part # Description Qty Part # Left Blower 1 228-10069 Right Blower 1 228-10070 Blower G.
30 Maintaining Your Appliance © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Air Tube Removal & Replacement Loosen this bolt 2 or 3 turns (do not remove). Note how the center of the air tube pin inserts into a hole on the air tube. 3/8" Wrench With the bolt loosened the air tube can be slid out of the air channel.
Maintaining Your Appliance 31 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Brick Removal & Replacement Floor and Side Brick Baffle Brick 5 4 3 7 2 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 1 8 9 9 9 Do not pry the brick - they chip and crack easily. Remove the floor bricks first.
32 Limited 7 Year Warranty © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 To register your TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC. 7 Year Warranty, complete the enclosed warranty card and mail it within ten (10) days of the appliance purchase date to: TRAVIS INDUSTRIES, INC.
Listing Information 33 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Listing Label MANTEL HEARTH EXTENSION F ACIA OR TRIM INSERT SIDEW ALL INSERT CLEARANCE DIA GRAM A B C D 8 16.
34 © Travis Industries 100-01157 4041116 Air Control (Burn Rate) ...................................2 1 Air Tube Part Number ....................................2 9 Air Tube Removal & Replacement ....................3 0 Ash Disposal .............
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