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Congratulatory message on purchasing the wood heater.
Detailed technical specifications of the AF1500E wood heater.
General safety warnings and precautions for operation and installation.
Instructions for removing packaging and initial component alignment.
Lists tools and materials necessary for the installation process.
Details the two available installation configurations for the furnace.
Guidance on furnace placement and required clearances to combustibles.
Recommended minimum clearances for furnace maintenance and service access.
Specifications for floor protectors needed for combustible flooring.
Guidelines for installing supply and return air ductwork.
Describes the central installation process and its components.
Instructions for assembling furnace accessories like blowers and electrical connections.
Steps for installing smoke curtain, door latch, and heat shield.
Explains wire color codes and illustrates electrical connections for blowers.
Detailed instructions for installing the thermostatically controlled damper kit.
Provides a schematic for wiring the thermostatically controlled damper system.
Instructions for assembling the cold air return enclosure.
Guidance on replacing the air filter within the enclosure.
Requirements for factory-built and masonry chimneys, including clearances.
Explanation of draft and its impact on furnace performance and safety.
Guidelines for installing and inspecting masonry chimneys.
Details four methods for passing chimney connectors through combustible walls.
Specifications for the chimney connector pipe, including material and installation slope.
Guidelines for installing prefabricated metal chimneys.
Explains the role of primary, secondary, and rear pilot air for combustion.
Table and diagrams showing air damper settings for low and high burn rates.
Recommended method for building a fire using the top-down technique.
List of prohibited materials for burning in the furnace.
Table comparing different wood types by weight, efficiency, and BTU output.
Emphasizes the importance of using dry wood and checks for moisture content.
Procedure to test wood dryness by observing ignition time and hissing.
Instructions for initial fires to cure paint and avoid odors.
Step-by-step guide for lighting the furnace, including using kindling and newspaper.
Guidance on loading the furnace and ensuring proper air circulation.
Explanation of controlled combustion and adjusting air intake.
Information on creosote formation, inspection, and removal to prevent chimney fires.
Procedures for safely disposing of ashes from the furnace.
Warning against altering the manufacturer-set low burn rate.
Using smoke for combustion, understanding efficiency, and CO monitor recommendations.
Actions to take in case of a power failure during furnace operation.
Tips for achieving good, efficient, and clean combustion.
Instructions for changing door gaskets and maintaining air tubes.
How to clean and repaint the furnace finish.
Lists of available replacement parts with their corresponding numbers and quantities.
Forms for recording professional maintenance and inspection dates and details.
Required information for ordering parts correctly, including part number and serial number.
General| Model | AF1500E |
|---|---|
| Heating Capacity | 150, 000 BTU |
| Weight | 250 lbs |
| Fuel Type | Wood |
| Heat Exchanger Material | Steel |
