Lennox Hearth VIN Stove User Manual


 
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FOR YOUR SAFETY do not install or operate your Vin-
tage™ gas stove without first reading and understanding
this manual. Any installation or operation of the appli-
ance deviating from that which is stated in this manual
WILL void the warranty and may be hazardous.
INSTALLATION AND REPAIR SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY
A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF.
The stove should be inspected and cleaned before use
and at least annually by a qualified service technician.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to exces-
sive lint from bedding material, carpeting, etc.
It is imperative that control compartments, burners and
circulating air passageways of the room heater be kept
clean.
Adequate clearances around the combustion chamber
and accessibility clearances for servicing and proper
operation must be maintained.
Turn off the gas before servicing this appliance. It is
recommended that a qualified service technician per-
form an appliance check-up at the beginning of each
heating season.
All installations must conform with all local, state
and national codes. In the absence of local codes, the
installation must conform with National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1-latest edition, also known as NFPA 54
(In Canada, the current CAN/CSA B149.1 installation
code). Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code and local
zoning and code authorities for details on installation
requirements. Your Vintage gas stove must be vented
to the outside in accordance with the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code.
This gas stove MUST be vented directly to the outside
and MUST NEVER be attached to a chimney serving a
separate solid fuel burning appliance. Each gas appli-
ance MUST USE a separate vent system. Common vent
systems are PROHIBITED.
Mobile home installations must conform with the Mobile
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR,
Part 3280 (in Canada CAN/CSA Z240 MH), or, when such
a standard is not applicable, the Standard for Mobile
Home Installations, ANSI A225.1 - latest edition.
The appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or in the ab-
sence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition. In Canada, the current
CSA C22-1 Canadian Electrical Code - latest edition.
Do not make any make-shift compromises during in-
stallation. Any modification or alteration may result in
damage to the appliance or dwelling and will void the
warranty, certification and listings of this unit.
Failure to use manufacturer provided parts, variations
in techniques and construction materials or practices
other than those described in this manual may create
a fire hazard and void the limited warranty.
Your Lennox Hearth Products gas stove must be equipped
for the proper fuel type and altitude at which it will be
operated. Any operation outside the parameters outlined
in this manual may result in a hazardous condition and
will void the warranty. Please carefully read the sec-
tions pertaining to these subjects and/or be sure your
appliance is properly equipped.
Do not use this stove if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been
under water.
Due to high temperatures, the stove should be located
out of traffic areas and away from furniture and draper-
ies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of
high surface temperature and should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be
carefully supervised when they are in the same room as
the Lennox gas stove. Clothing or any other flammable
material should not be placed on or near the stove.
Never use solid fuels such as wood, paper, cardboard,
coal, or any flammable liquids, etc., in this appli-
ance.
Any grill, panel, or glass removed for service MUST be
replaced prior to operating the stove. Do not operate
appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or
broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a
qualified service technician.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleaner on the glass door as-
sembly. DO NOT ATTEMPT to clean the glass door when
it is hot.
Lennox Hearth Products, its employees, or any of its
representatives assume no responsibility for any dam-
ages caused by an inoperable, inadequate, or unsafe
condition as a result of any improper operation, service
or installation procedures, whether direct or indirect.
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO REMAIN
WITH THE HOME OWNER!
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND WARNING
INFORMATION