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September 7, 2007
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7100FP EPA Woodburning Fireplace
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O. Overfi ring
Do not overfi re. Using fl ammable liquids or too
much wood, burning trash in the fi replace, or allowing
too much air into the fi replace, may result in overfi ring.
If the chimney connector or fi replace glows red or even
worse, white, the fi replace is overfi red. This condition
may ignite creosote in the chimney, which can be dan-
gerous, possibly causing a house fi re. If you overfi re,
immediately close the air controls and door, if open, to
reduce the air supply to the fi re. Overfi ring will void the
fi replace warranty.
P. Chimney Fire
In the event of a chimney fi re:
• Have the chimney and adjacent structure inspected by
qualifi ed professionals. Hearth & Home Technologies
recommends that NFI or CSIA certifi ed professionals, or
technicians under the direction of certifi ed professionals,
conduct a minimum of an NFPA 211 Level 2 inspection
of the chimney.
• Replace components of the chimney and fi replace as
specifi ed by the professionals.
• Ensure all joints are properly engaged and the chimney
is properly secured.
A chimney fi re can permanently damage your chimney sys-
tem. Failure to replace damaged components and make
proper repairs creates risk of fi re.
Q. Fire Safety
To provide reasonable fi re safety, the following should be
given serious consideration:
1. Install at least one smoke detector on each fl oor of
your home to ensure your safety. They should be
located away from the heating appliance and close
to the sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector
manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions,
and be sure to maintain regularly.
2. A conveniently located Class A fi re extinguisher to contend
with small fi res resulting from burning embers.
3. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.
4. A plan to deal with a chimney fi re as follows:
In the event of a chimney fi re:
a. Notify fi re department
b. Prepare occupants for immediate evacuation.
c. Close all openings into the stove.
d. While awaiting fi re department, watch for ignition of
adjacent combustibles from overheated stove pipe,
hot embers or sparks from the chimney.