Quadra-Fire 21M-ACC-AU Owner's Manual

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16 August, 2018147039-185A2100 Millennium AU Wood ApplianceNegative pressure results from the imbalance of airavailable for the appliance to operate properly. It can bestrongest in lower levels of the house.Causes include:• Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)• Range hoods• Combustion air requirements for furnaces, waterappliances and other combustion appliances• Clothes dryers• Location of return-air vents to furnace or airconditioning• Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system• Upper level air leaks such as:- Recessed lighting- Attic hatch- Duct leaksK. Negative PressureISSUES SOLUTIONSOdor from appliance When first operated, this appliance may release an odor for the first several hours. This iscaused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.Metallic noiseNoise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar tothe sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation orlongevity of the appliance.Whirring sound If the optional blower has been installed, the blower produces a whirring sound whichincreases in volume as the speed is increased.L. Frequently Asked QuestionsTo minimize the effects of negative air pressure:• Install the outside air kit with the intake facing prevailingwinds during the heating season• Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustionappliances and exhaust equipment• Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents arenot located in the immediate vicinity of the appliance• Avoid installing the appliance near doors, walkways orsmall isolated spaces• Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design• Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed• Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints andseams taped or sealedWARNINGAsphyxiation Risk.• Negative pressure can cause spillageof combustion fumes, soot and carbonmonoxide.• Appliance needs to draft properly for safety.WARNINGFire Risk.• DO NOT BURN GARBAGE ORFLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH ASGASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR ENGINE OIL.• Do NOT burn treated wood or wood withsalt (driftwood).• May generate carbon monoxide if burnmaterial other than wood.May result in illness or possible death.Fire Risk.Keep combustible materials, gasoline and otherflammable vapors and liquids clear of appliance.WARNING• Do NOT store flammable materials in the appliance’svicinity.• DO NOT USE GASOLINE, LANTERN FUEL,KEROSENE, CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID ORSIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR “FRESHEN UP” AFIRE IN THIS APPLIANCE.• Keep all such liquids well away from the appliancewhile it is in use.• Combustible materials may ignite.CONTACT YOUR DEALER for additional information regarding operation and troubleshooting.Visit www.quadrafire.com to find a dealer.