American Energy Systems Crossfire Pellet - Manual (Page 3)

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W ARNING : Maintain all minimum safety clearances of the Crossfire stove and chimney system.
Never install the Crossfire in a sleeping room.
W ARNING : The CF-04 PELLET stove is designed to burn PREMIUM HARDWOOD PELLETS
ONLY. Any fuel used in this stove must meet or exceed APFI standards. Do not burn
untested fuels or foreign materials in this product. Failure to comply with fuel restriction
voids Country Flame’s warranty and the safety listing of the unit. Poor quality fuel will
directly (and adversely) affect efficiency and cleanliness of operation. Country Flame’s
local authorized dealer can help in recommending a quality fuel
W ARNING : NEVER use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or other combustible
liquids to start or “freshen up” the fire in this product. Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable liquids or allow combustible vapors in the vicinity of product.
W ARNING : Ensure free and adequate airflow to and around the Crossfire. This stove is a combustion
system that requires continuous flow of fresh air for proper operation. Failure to provide
an adequate fresh air supply can lead to operational problems such as: negative pressure
in the home, poor operation of this or other home combustion appliances, or a host of
other issues. Remember that other combustion appliances in the home compete for fresh
air. Consult with a professional to ensure positive air flow is provided to the stove during
operation.
W ARNING : The Crossfire’s exhaust system works with a negative combustion chamber pressure and a
low positive chimney pressure. It is very important that the Crossfire’s exhaust system be
airtight and properly installed. All exhaust joints connected to the Crossfire or each flue
section is to be sealed. Use 500 degrees Fahrenheit (500
O F or 260 O C) silicone sealant or
aluminum high temperature tape and secure each joint with (3) sheet metal screws. An
improperly installed stove or chimney system is the major cause of home fires.
W ARNING : When installed in a mobile home, the Crossfire must be electrically grounded to the steel
chassis of the mobile home. In addition, the stove must be bolted to a NON-
COMBUSTABLE surface. A mobile home installation of the Crossfire should be in
accordance with the Manufactured Home and Safety Standard (HUD), CFR 3280, Part 24.
Consult the local code authority.
W ARNING : SOOT AND FLY ASH: The products of combustion will contain small particles of fly
ash. The fly ash will collect in the exhaust venting system and restrict the flow of the flue
gases. Incomplete combustion, such as occurs during start-up, shut down, or incorrect
operation of the Crossfire will lead to soot formation in the exhaust venting system. Use
the Crossfire cleanout ports to clean the exhaust venting system at least twice every year.
W ARNING : ASH REMOVAL: The ash should be emptied every day or as required to ensure proper
operation. If the ash compartment is not emptied regularly, ash will build up and restrict
the flow of fresh air in the combustion chamber. The airtight seal of the viewing door
ensures a proper combustion process per the stove design and it should not be open during
normal operation of the stove.
CAUTION: Operate the Crossfire with the fuel hopper lid closed at all times. Failure to keep the
hopper lid closed during operation may result in the release of combustion gasses into the
home from the hopper under certain conditions. Maintain the Crossfire hopper seal in
good condition and do not overfill the hopper.