Existing building codes and manufacturer's instructions must be followed during installation.
Buy wood-burning stoves that are certified as meeting EPA emission standards.
Check chimney and stovepipes frequently during the heating season for creosote build-up and have them cleaned annually. Also make sure you have an adequate supply of fresh air.
Stoves must be placed on an approved floor protector or fire resistant floor, and must be located at lease 18 inches from the wall and three feet from draperies, furniture and other combustible materials.
Do not burn trash or anything other than the proper fuel. In a wood-burning heater, use only dry, seasoned wood and not Christmas trees or other highly volatile wood products.
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