American Energy Systems Ovation - Manual (Page 19)

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4. Always use a dry chemical fire extinguisher, baking soda, or sand to control the fire. Do
not use water as it may cause a dangerous steam explosion.
5. Inspect outside the house to ensure that sparks and hot embers coming out of the chimney
are not igniting the roof or any adjacent building or property.
6. If a chimney fire has ever occurred, DO NOT USE THE OVATION STOVE again until
both a qualified chimney sweep and a local fire department inspector reviews the system
and provides written approval that the stove and chimney may be used.
GOLD DOOR CARE
The Ovation gold door should be wiped down regularly to ensure that the luster and beauty of the
door lasts the life of the stove. Always use an approved glass cleaner (i.e. Windex, Glass Plus) and
a lint free soft cloth to polish the doorframe. DO NOT use any abrasives, like steel wool, brass
polish, cleaners, like Comet, or other household cleaners. If improper cleaners are used, the
Ovation door will be permanently scratched and the finish ruined. A damaged door can be returned
to Country Flame for refinishing. Country Flame can accomplish door repair for the Ovation Stove
owner but it is expensive. With proper care in cleaning the Ovation gold door and other polished
surfaces, expensive repair can be avoided and a lifetime of enjoyment will be yours.
Black doors require no specific care.
ASHES AND THE ASH PAN
The Ovation Stove has an ash pan located in the bottom of the firebox. Access to this ash pan is
obtained below the ash lip at the bottom of the stove. Always remove ashes after they have been
allowed to cool properly. Hot ash is dangerous to both surrounding areas and occupants and can
cause fires or severe burns. Wait until the fire has been out for a minimum of 24 hours. Then open
the bottom ash pan and remove it. Proper gloves should be worn anytime the ash pan is removed.
Dump the ash in a proper ash container and remove to a safe outdoors area. Remember that
although the ash may look and feel cool to the touch, a smoldering ember can start a fire.
CAUTION: Care should be used to store any ash in a proper container with an approved airtight
lid. If ash is taken outside, water should be poured over the ash to ensure no fire flare up can occur.
FIREBRICK RETAINER
Both back wall and side wall retainers are provided with the Ovation product to ensure firebrick are
held in place during operational use. Ensure that these items are installed properly after setting all
brick in place inside the Ovation product.
SIDE BRICK RETANER (both sides)
FIGURE 6a: INSTALLATION OF FIREBRICK RETAINERS