HearthStone Ambiance Fireplaces Hipster 14 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Adrian Green Jr.Aug 11, 2025
Why does my HearthStone Ambiance Fireplaces Hipster 14 smoke?
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  brenda53Aug 11, 2025
  Your HearthStone Wood stove may be smoking due to several reasons: * A cold or blocked chimney. Preheat the chimney when starting a fire, and inspect for blockages or creosote. * An improperly sized chimney. Reline, lengthen, or replace the chimney as needed. * Air infiltration into the chimney. Seal connections and openings, and check clean-out doors. * The bypass not being closed or catalysts not functioning properly. Ensure the bypass door is closed and inspect/clean/replace catalysts if needed. * Improper fuel. Use seasoned and dry cordwood. * Multiple appliances connected to the flue. Disconnect other appliances and seal openings.
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Kevin HoltAug 17, 2025
What to do if my HearthStone Ambiance Fireplaces Hipster 14 Wood stove has back-puffing or gas explosions?
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  Selena DeleonAug 17, 2025
  If your HearthStone Wood stove experiences back-puffing or gas explosions, consider the following: * Adjust your operating technique. Fully open the primary air control one minute before opening the door and keep it fully open for a few minutes after reloading. * Increase the burn rate. Avoid using an extra low burn rate. * Address chimney issues. Install a chimney cap if there's a down-draft. * Manage ash build-up. Empty the ash pan more frequently and use better quality wood.
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Nancy WangAug 22, 2025
Why HearthStone Ambiance Fireplaces Hipster 14 has insufficient heat?
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  Cassandra SmithAug 22, 2025
  Insufficient heat from your HearthStone Wood stove can stem from: * Using poor quality, low Btu content, or green wood. Use air-dried wood, preferably dried for at least a year, and opt for high Btu content wood. * Operating at a low burn rate. Increase the burn rate. * A cold exterior chimney. Reline or insulate the chimney. * A leaky stovepipe or chimney. Check the installation and replace components as necessary. * Excessive heat loss from the house. Improve insulation and seal openings. * Excessive ash build-up. Empty the ash pan more frequently and use better quality wood.
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Dr. Julia MoralesAug 28, 2025
How to fix uncontrolled or short burn in HearthStone Wood stove?
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  Ryan MunozAug 28, 2025
  An uncontrolled or short burn in your HearthStone Wood stove may be due to: * An unsealed or open door. Close the door tightly or replace the gaskets. * Air leakage around the glass gasket. Replace the gasket. * Excessive draft or an extra-long chimney. Check the installation, operate at a low burn, and install stovepipe dampers. Shorten the chimney if needed. * An oversized chimney. Reline the chimney to the proper diameter. * High winds or a hilltop location. Install a chimney cap.
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ricardo22Sep 4, 2025
What to do if HearthStone Ambiance Fireplaces Hipster 14 finish is blistering?
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  kerry64Sep 4, 2025
  If the finish on your HearthStone Wood stove is blistering: * Avoid over-firing the stove by monitoring temperatures and using only seasoned wood. * Check for excessive draft and consider installing a damper. Operate the stove at a low burn range.