Hitzer, Inc: Installation Page 1

Welcome to our proud team of HITZER heater owners. Your HITZER heater has the finest in Swiss craftsmanship and quality material to assure you that safety is the number 1 priority at HITZER

We must now depend on you, our valued customer, to continue this safety in installation and operations, at the same time obtaining the maximum heat for comfortable living. Therefor, please follow these instructions very closely.

SAFETY NOTICE: IF THIS HITZER HEATER IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT. FOR YOUR SAFETY FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION DIRECTIONS. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING INSPECTOR OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTIONS IN YOUR AREA.

"OUR STOVES MAKE WARM FRIENDS"

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A. In order to achieve maximum circulation of heat produced by the stove, it is recommended that the stove be centrally located. Remember that the heat will rise. Therefore, if the stove is put next to a stairwell, much of the heat will rise to the second floor before ground floors are warm. One should consider the construction and layout of the home sought to be heated and, therefore, make placement so as to achieve maximum benefit from the stove.

A. A good chimney is essential. A chimney may be either masonry or factory built. Should a factory built chimney be utilized, make sure that the chimney is listed as approved to U.L. standards and its construction can safely handle the heat produced by the HITZER model stove. Should you intend to use an existing chimney for your stove, make sure that it is sound and has a flue lining. Should the chimney lack flue tiles or if the masonry is cracked, consult a mason about repairs. Fire in an unlined or cracked chimney can spread into the house.

B. Your chimney and chimney connectors should be inspected at least twice monthly during heating season to determine if a creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If material has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire. Your chimney should be cleaned at least once a year. REMEMBER, a clean chimney and a controlled fire will eliminate almost any chance of a chimney fire. Above all, REMEMBER, if a chimney fire does occur, the fire department should be called immediately and the draft control on the stove closed. DO NOT TAKE CHANCES BY LETTING THE CHIMNEY BURN ITSELF OUT.

C. For HITZER models the chimney should be 8 inches by 8 inches of a tile lined masonry construction, or metalbestos or a equivalent (U.L. listed) 8" insulated metal chimney. An effective height of 20 feet or more is desired, and 15 feet would be considered minimum. The top of the chimney should be at least 3 feet higher than the roof at the point of exit. With pitched roofs, the top of the chimney must be at least 2 feet higher than any point on the roof within 10 feet of the chimney. Check with your local building inspector for local building code compliances. The ideal insulation would be for the chimney to extend below the thimble with a clean out door.

D. The use of aluminum Type B gas vent for solid fuels is unsafe and prohibited by National Fire Protection Association Code.