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Brand | HearthStone |
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Model | Mansfield 8011 |
Category | Wood stove |
Language | English |
Crucial safety notice emphasizing proper installation and contacting local authorities for compliance.
Details about the manufacturer and warranty provider.
Essential guidelines for safe installation and operation of the stove.
Key installation steps including manufacturer's recommendations, codes, and chimney selection.
Guidelines for safe stove operation, including child safety, break-in, fuel, and maintenance.
Strict precautions for safe stove usage, covering modifications, fuel, operation, and connections.
Additional safety measures including clearances, detectors, fire extinguishers, ash disposal, and cleaning.
Weekly task of emptying ashes from the firebox and ash pan.
Bi-monthly inspection of chimney connector and door seals for proper function.
Seasonal maintenance including cleaning chimney components, stove, and checking gaskets.
Critical warning against using water on chimney fires due to severe burn risk.
Instructions for carefully unpacking and inspecting the stove and its components.
Guidance on selecting a location, considering clearances, and choosing floor protection.
Details on required non-combustible floor protection for combustible flooring.
Information on reducing clearances to combustible surfaces using NFPA 211 protection.
Diagrams illustrating possible duct connection points for the outside air supply.
Table detailing minimum clearances for freestanding installations to protected/unprotected surfaces.
Dimensions for installing the stove in an alcove with protected surfaces.
Minimum clearances required from the stovepipe (chimney connector) to combustibles.
Information on single wall and double wall chimney connectors and their clearances.
Diagrams showing clearances for single and double wall chimney connectors.
Overview of the essential parts of a venting system.
Critical warning against connecting the stove to air distribution systems.
Steps for installing the stovepipe and ensuring proper connections and slope.
Guidance for connecting to a prefabricated metal chimney, including material and size requirements.
Repeated warning against connecting to a shared flue system.
Diagrams illustrating chimney installations in different house structures.
Minimum requirements for masonry chimneys, including wall thickness, flue liner, and clearances.
Specific clearance requirements for exterior chimney installations.
Requirements for chimney height relative to roof structures.
Warning against installing the stove in a sleeping room.
Caution to maintain the structural integrity of the mobile home during installation.
Diagram showing a typical chimney installation in a mobile home.
Warning about hot surfaces and keeping people/objects away.
Introduction to the stove's controls and features for safe operation.
How to operate the front door handle for opening and closing.
Explanation of the primary air control's function in regulating the burn rate.
How to access and remove ashes from the ash pan.
Strict caution against using improper fuels or flammable fluids.
Key factors like density and moisture content affecting firewood performance.
Classification of firewood species by BTU content for burn duration.
Explains why break-in is necessary for cast iron and soapstone.
Information on smoke, fumes, and odors during the first few fires.
Recommended procedure for safely reloading logs to minimize smoke.
Instructions for achieving a high burn rate for rapid heating.
Guidance for a medium burn rate suitable for most heating needs.
Instructions for a low burn rate, with a caution about creosote.
Signs to watch for that indicate the stove is being over-fired.
Common causes that lead to over-firing the stove.
Critical note that over-firing voids the stove's warranty.
Safe method for ash disposal into a metal container.
Warning against using inappropriate containers for ash disposal.
How to monitor stove temperatures using a thermometer.
Methods to prevent creosote buildup by controlling burn rates.
Recommends monthly inspection of chimney components for creosote.
Recommended frequency for replacing gasket material.
Step-by-step procedure for replacing glass gaskets.
Specifications for required glass, door, and ash door gaskets.
Warning against operating the stove with broken door glass.
Instructions for cleaning the stove door glass safely.
Guidance on replacing the front door glass with specific materials.
Cautionary advice to avoid scratching or chipping the soapstone.
How to touch up and maintain the appearance of painted cast iron.
How to troubleshoot issues related to the stove's heating output.
Addressing inadequate air supply in well-sealed homes.
How nearby tall trees or buildings can cause down-drafts.
The effect of wind velocity and gusty conditions on draft.
How barometric pressure affects chimney draft.
The relationship between fire heat and chimney draft strength.
Issues like leaky joints causing inadequate draft.
How seasonal changes affect draft establishment.
Tips for starting a fire when the chimney is cold.
Troubleshooting steps for when the stove smokes.
Identifying and resolving back-puffing or gas explosion issues.
Troubleshooting issues related to uncontrolled or short burn times.
Diagnosing and fixing problems with insufficient heat output.
Troubleshooting blistering of the enamel casting.
Part numbers and descriptions for various cast iron components.
Part numbers and descriptions for soapstone and refractory components.
Part numbers and descriptions for miscellaneous items like glass and rope.
List of optional accessories such as heat shields and blowers.
Key warnings from the safety label regarding operation and fire.
Caution regarding hot surfaces and keeping people/objects away.
Minimum clearances and vent requirements as per the safety label.
List of optional components and their part numbers.
Lifetime warranty coverage for specific stove parts.
Five-year warranty coverage for specific stove components.
One-year warranty coverage for finishes, gaskets, and accessories.
List of conditions and damages not covered by the warranty.
Exclusion for damage from operational issues like over-firing.
Statement on the exclusivity of HearthStone's warranties.
Limitation of HearthStone's liability for incidental or consequential damages.
HearthStone will replace defective parts at no charge under warranty.
Warranty covers labor costs for the first year, then owner pays.
Warranty covers shipping costs for parts for the first 90 days.
Warranty covers 50% of woodstove shipping costs for the first year.