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TM
A n s w e r
Wood Stove
Owner's Manual
• Freestanding Stove
• Mobile-Home Approved
• Alcove Approved
• Hearth-Stove Approved
• Masonry Fireplace Insert
• Zero-Clearance (Metal)
Fireplace Insert
SAFETY NOTICE:
If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire
may result. For your safety, follow the installation
directions. Contact local building or fire officials about
restrictions and installation inspection requirements in
your area.
Listed
10850 117th Place N.E. Kirkland, WA 98033
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2 Introduction Introduction We welcome you as a new owner of a Lopi Answer wood-burning stove. In purchasing a Lopi Answer you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Lopi Answer is one of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and maintenance of this appliance. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operat
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Table of Contents 3 General Information Operating Your Appliance Introduction & Important Information ......................2 Safety Notice ....................................................23 Safety Precautions .............................................4 Before Your First Fire..........................................23 Features & Specifications ....................................6 Opening the Door...............................................23 Starting a Fire ..........................
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Gas 4 Safety Precautions • The viewing door must be • Gasoline or other flammable closed and latched during liquids must never be used operation. to start the fire or "Freshen Up" the fire. Do not store or • Never block free airflow use gasoline or other through the air vents on this flammable liquids in the appliance. vicinity of this appliance. • This appliance is designed • Ashes must be disposed in and approved for the a metal container with a burning of cord wood only. tight lid and placed
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Safety Precautions 5 • When installed in a mobile home, this appliance must • Do not place clothing or be bolted to the floor, have other flammable items on or outside air, and not be near this appliance. Mobile installed in the bedroom (Per H.U.D. requirements). Home Check with local building officials. • Never try to repair or replace • Do not make any changes any part of this appliance or modifications to an unless instructions are given existing masonry fireplace in this manual. All other o
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6 Features & Specifications Installation Options: Features: • EPA Phase II Approved • Freestanding • 1.6 Cubic Foot Firebox Volume • Freestanding in an Alcove • Single Operating Control • Freestanding in a Mobile Home • Accepts Logs Up to 18" Long • Steel Plate Construction (5/16" & 3/16") • Masonry Fireplace Insert • Heavy Duty Refractory Firebrick • Factory-Built (Z.C.) Fireplace Insert • Optional High-Tech Blower Heating Specifications: Approximate Maximum Heating Capacity (in square feet)* 7
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Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 7 SAFETY NOTICE: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Planning The Installation We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your stove. If you install the stove yoursel
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8 Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Floor Protection Requirements • Stove must be placed on the Travis Industries legs or Pedestal. • Must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 gauge) Floor protection must be non-combustible and at least .018" thick (26 gauge). AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Min. 6” AAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Min. 6” AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Min. 16” AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Minimum 38-1/4” Minimum AAAAAAAAAAAAAA 35-5/8” AAAAAAAAAAAAAA Travis Industrie
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Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 9 Stove Placement Requirements Clearances may be reduced by methods specified in NFPA 211, listed wall shields, pipe shields, or other means approved by local building or fire officials. • Stove must be placed so that no combustibles are within, or can swing within (e.g. drapes, doors), 36" of the front of the stove • If the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7', it must follow the requirements in the section "Al
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10 Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Chimney Requirements • DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. • Chimney connector must be a minimum 24 MSG black or 26 MSG blued steel (6" diameter). Chimney must be used from the first floor or wall penetration to the chimney cap. • Use 6" diameter type UL 103 HT chimney from one manufacturer (do not mix brands) or code approved masonry chimney with a flue liner. • Chimney connector and chimney must be fastened
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Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 11 Chimney Termination Requirements • Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) • Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material • Must terminate at least 3' above the roof and at least 2' above any portion of the roof within 10' AA Chimney must extend 2' Slanted Roofs above any portion of the roof A AA Chimney must within 10' of the chimney extend 3' above the roof AA Chimney must extend 2'
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12 Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) Alcove Installation Requirements Whenever the stove is placed in a location where the ceiling height is less than 7' tall, it is considered an alcove installation. Because of the reduced height, the special installation requirements listed below must be met. • Chimney connector and chimney must be one of the following types: • DURAVENT model DVL with DURATEC chimney • GSW Double Wall Chimney Connector with Super Chimney Twenty-One • DURAVENT
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Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 13 Mobile Home Requirements • Outside air must be installed - see "Outside Air Requirements" on page Error! Reference source not found.11 • Chimney connector and chimney must be one of the following types: • DURAVENT model DVL with DURATEC chimney • GSW Double Wall Chimney Connector with Super Chimney Twenty-One • DURAVENT model DVL with DURA-PLUS chimney • SELKIRK METALBESTOS model DS connector with model SSII chimney • AMERI-TEC model DCC wit
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14 Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) AA Chimney Cap Standard (See the section "Chimney AA Ceiling with Follow the chimney Termination Requirements" manufacturer's instructions a Factory for more details) and clearances for roof Built penetrations. A storm collar Chimney A and flashing are required Chimney Sections (some require a radiation } shield). A A Insulation AA AAA AA Follow the chimney manufacturer's instructions Minimum Air Space to AA AA AA and clearances fo
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} Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) 15 AA Follow the chimney Exterior Chimney Cap manufacturer's Factory (See the section "Chimney instructions and Built Termination Requirements" clearances for roof Chimney for more details) penetrations. A storm collar and flashing are Chimney Sections required (some A A } NOTE: require a radiation Minimum Air Space to shield). Combustibles (See A A A Exterior chimneys Chimney Manufacturer's Wall Bands are subject to Minimum 15'
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16 Stove Installation (for qualified installers only) NOTE: The chimney must have a clay Hearth tile liner. If it does not, the installation must use a positive connection (full Stove reline). The entire fireplace and Direct Clay chimney must be clean, undamaged, Liner Connection and meet all local building codes (UBC, etc.). Damage must be repaired prior Stainless steel to installation. The chimney must be chimney connector 15' to 33' tall. must Extend 1' past NOTE: the block-of
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Insert Installation (for qualified installers only) 17 SAFETY NOTICE: Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. Planning The Installation We suggest that you have an authorized Travis Industries dealer install your stove. If you install the stove yours
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Combustible or Non-Combustible Mantel Combustible Top Facing Facing Non-Combustible Hearth Mantel (combustible or non-combustible) Non-Combustible Facing Non-Combustible Hearth 18 Insert Installation (for qualified installers only) Insert Size Requirements (see Illustration below) Masonry Z.C. (Metal) Minimum Fireplace Size Fireplace Fireplace a Height (front) 20-3/4" 20-3/4" b Height (rear) 20-3/4" 20-3/4" c Width (front) 23-5/8" 25-5/8" j d Width (rear) 23-5/8" 25-5/8" h e Depth 13-1/2" 14-1
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Insert Installation (for qualified installers only) 19 Masonry Fireplace Requirements • Chimney must have a clay tile liner or a stainless steel liner (positive connection) • Entire fireplace, including chimney, must be clean and undamaged. Any damage must be repaired prior to installation of the insert • Chimney height: 15' minimum; 33' maximum. • Entire fireplace, including chimney, must meet local building requirements Zero-Clearance (Metal) Fireplace Requirements: • Must utilize a positive
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20 Insert Installation (for qualified installers only) Block-Off Plate Installation Whenever this appliance is installed with a direct connection a block-off plate, or other non- combustible seal-off device (e.g. damper adapter), will need to be installed. This device is used to seal the chimney, insuring no smoke enters the home and providing the chimney system with a seal to promote draft. The directions below detail the steps for construction and installation of a block-off plate. 1. Determ
