Avalon 700 Manuals

Chelan B-Vent (700 B-Vent) Gas Stove and Fireplace Insert ¥ Freestanding Stove ¥ Masonry Fireplace Insert ¥ Factory Built (Z.C.) Fireplace Insert Listed WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual. For assistance or additional information consult a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. - Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. - I nst al l at i on m us t be per for m ed by a qual i f ie d i ns ta l le r, s er vic e a gency or the ga s s uppl i er IF YOU SMELL GAS ¥ Do not try to light any appliance. ¥ Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. ¥ Immediately call gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. ¥ If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. - April, 1999 - Installer: After installation give this manual to the homeowner and explain operation of this heater. $10.00 93508078 10850 117th Place N.E. Kirkland, WA 98033 PAGE 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ¥ IF YOU SMELL GAS: * Do not light any appliance * Extinguish any open flame * Do not touch any electrical switch or plug or unplug anything * Open windows and vacate building * Call gas supplier from neighbor's house, if not reached, call fire department ¥ This unit must be installed by a qualified installer to prevent the possibility of an explosion. Your dealer will know the requirements in your area and can inform you of those people considered qualified. The room heater should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. ¥ The instructions in this manual must be strictly adhered to. Do not use makeshift methods or compromise in the installation. Improper installation will void the warranty and safety listing. THIS CONTROL HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO LP THIS CONTROL HAS BEEN CONVERTED FOR NATURAL GAS ¥ This heater is either approved for natural gas (NG) or for propane (LP). Burning the incorrect fuel will void the warranty and safety listing and may cause an extreme safety hazard. Direct questions about the type of fuel used to your dealer. Check the label on top of the gas control valve. Ok ¥ Contact your local building officials to obtain a permit and information on any installation restrictions or inspection requirements in your area. Notify your insurance company of this heater as well. ¥ If the flame becomes sooty, dark orange in color, or extremely tall, do not operate the heater. Call your dealer and arrange for proper servicing. ¥ It is imperative that control compartments, screens, or circulating air passageways of the heater be kept clean and free of obstructions. These areas provide the air necessary for safe operation. ? ¥ Do not operate the heater if it is not operating properly in any fashion or if you are uncertain. Call your dealer for a full explanation of your heater and what to expect. Gas ¥ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this heater. ¥ Keep all furniture or other combustible items at least 36" away from the front of the heater. AAAA AAAA AAAA AAAA AAAA AAAA A A ¥ Do not operate if any portion of the heater was submerged in water or if any corrosion occurs. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) PAGE 3 ¥ Do not place clothing or other flammable items on or near the heater. Because this heater can be controlled by a thermostat there is a possibility of the heater turning on and igniting any items placed on or near it. AA AA AA AA A ¥ Light the heater using the built-in piezo igniter. Do not use matches or any other external device to light your heater. ¥ Never remove, replace, modify or substitute any part of the heater unless ¥ The viewing glass should be opened for service only (see the maintenance section of this manual). ¥ Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the heater. instructions are given in this manual. All other work must be done by a trained technician. Don't modify or replace orifices. ¥ Allow the heater to cool before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning. ¥ Operate the heater according to the instructions included in this manual. ¥ If the main burners do not start correctly turn the gas off at the gas control valve and call your dealer for service. ¥ The pilot flame must contact the thermopile and thermocouple (see the illustration to the left). If it does not, turn the gas control valve to "OFF" and call your dealer. A A A A ¥ This unit is not for use with solid fuel ¥ Do not place anything inside the firebox (except the included fiber logs). ¥ If the fiber logs become damaged, replace with Travis Industries log set. This Manual ¥ Do not throw this manual away. This manual has important operating and maintenance instructions that you will need at a later time. Always follow the instructions in this manual. ¥ Do not touch the hot surfaces of the heater. Educate all children of the danger of a high- temperature heater. Young children should be supervised when they are in the same room as the heater. ¥ Plug the heater into a 115V grounded electrical outlet. Do not remove the grounding plug. ¥ Don't route the electrical cord in front of, over, or under the heater ¥ Instruct everyone in the house how to shut gas off to the appliance and at the gas main shutoff valve. The gas main shutoff valve is usually next to the gas meter or propane tank and requires a wrench to shut off. ¥ Travis Industries, Inc. grants no warranty, implied or stated, for the installation or maintenance of your heater, and assumes no responsibility of any consequential damage(s).