Lopi Freedom Bay ND User manual

Freedom Bay Inbuilt
Owner's Manual
Wood-Burning Masonry
Fireplace Insert
Save these instructions for future
reference
SAFETY NOTICE:
If this appliance is not properly installed, a house fire may result.
For your safety, follow the installation directions. Contact local
building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
Dragon Wholesaling Pty. Ltd.
Unit 2, 16 Lexington Drive
Bella Vista NSW 2153
Australia
Copyright 2015, Travis
Industries, Inc.
$10.00 100-01279
4141215
Tested By:
AMDEL
8/26 Stirling St.
Thebarton, 5031, South Australia
TESTED TO: AS/NZS 4013:1999
REPORT NUMBER: L4507/94

2 Introduction
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Introduction
We welcome you as a new owner of a Lopi Freedom Bay wood-burning fireplace insert. In purchasing a
Lopi Freedom Bay you have joined the growing ranks of concerned individuals whose selection of an
energy system reflects both a concern for the environment and aesthetics. The Lopi Freedom Bay is one
of the finest appliances the world over. This manual will explain the installation, operation, and
maintenance of this appliance. Please familiarize yourself with the Owner's Manual before operating your
appliance and save the manual for future reference. Included are helpful hints and suggestions which will
make the installation and operation of your new appliance an easier and more enjoyable experience. We
offer our continual support and guidance to help you achieve the maximum benefit and enjoyment from
your appliance.
Important Information
No other Lopi Freedom Bay appliance has the same
serial number as yours. The serial number is
stamped onto the label on the back of the appliance.
This serial number will be needed in case you require
service of any type.
Model: Lopi Freedom Bay ND
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Mail your Warranty Card Today, and Save Your Bill
of Sale.
To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to
show evidence of the date you purchased your
appliance. Do not mail your Bill of Sale to us.
We suggest that you attach your Bill of Sale to this
page so that you will have all the information you need
in one place should the need for service or information
occur.

Table of Contents 3
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Introduction ......................................................2
Important Information......................................2
Installation Options..........................................6
Features ............................................................6
Heating Specifications.....................................6
Dimensions.......................................................6
Emissions .........................................................6
Planning the Installation..................................7
Preparation for Installation....................................7
Additional Accessories Needed for Installation.....7
Fireplace Requirements ..................................8
Fireplace Altered Tag.......................................8
Hearth Requirements.......................................8
Insert Placement Requirements .....................9
Masonry Fireplace Requirements ..................9
Drafting Performance ......................................9
Insert Rollers ..................................................10
Leveling Bolt Installation...............................10
Blower Installation .........................................10
Block-Off Plate Installation ...........................11
Insert with Positive Connection...........................12
Safety Notice: .................................................13
Before Your First Fire....................................13
Verify the Installation...........................................13
Curing the Paint..................................................13
Over-Firing the Stove..........................................13
Opening the Door...........................................13
Bypass Operation ..........................................14
Starting a Fire.................................................15
Adjusting the Burn Rate................................16
Approximate Air Control Settings:.......................16
Ash Removal ..................................................16
Blower Operation ...........................................17
Re-Loading the Stove....................................17
Overnight Burn...............................................17
Normal Operating Sounds ............................17
Hints for Burning ...........................................18
Selecting Wood..............................................18
Testing Wood Moisture.......................................18
Why Dry Wood is Key.........................................18
Wood Cutting and Storage..................................18
Troubleshooting.............................................19
Daily Maintenance (while stove is in use)...20
Remove Ash (if necessary).................................20
Clean the Glass (if necessary)............................20
Monthly Maintenance (while appliance is in
use)..................................................................21
Door and Glass Inspection..................................21
Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal .....21
Yearly Maintenance ....................................... 22
Touch Up Paint...................................................22
Cleaning the Air Duct and Blower.......................22
Firebrick and Baffle Inspection............................22
Door Parts.......................................................23
Replacing the Glass............................................23
Replacing the Door Gasket.................................23
Replacing the Door Handle.................................23
Firebox Parts..................................................24
Floor and Side Firebrick......................................24
Baffle Removal & Replacement....................25
Air Tube Removal & Replacement...............25
Listing Label........................................................28
Door Shell Installation...................................29
Surround Panels............................................31
Installation Instructions .......................................31
Insulation Installation (required only for face seal
installations).......... Error! Bookmark not defined.

4 Safety Precautions
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The viewing door must be
closed and latched during
operation.
Never block free airflow through
the air vents on this appliance.
Gasoline or other flammable
liquids must never be used to
start the fire or "Freshen Up" the
fire. Do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable
liquids in the vicinity of this
appliance.
This appliance is designed and
approved for the burning of cord
wood only. Do not attempt to
burn any other type of fuel other
than cord wood in this
appliance, it will void all
warranties and safety listings.
Ashes must be disposed in a
metal container with a tight lid
and placed on a non-
combustible surface well away
from the home or structure.
Do not touch the appliance while
it is hot and educate all children
of the danger of a high-
temperature appliance. Young
children should be supervised
when they are in the same room
as the appliance.
Keep furniture, drapes, curtains,
wood, paper, and other
combustibles a minimum of 36"
(915mm) away from the front of
the appliance.
This appliance must be properly
installed to prevent the
possibility of a house fire. The
instructions must be strictly
adhered to. Do not use
makeshift methods or
compromise in the installation.
Contact your local building
officials to obtain a permit and
information on any installation
restrictions or inspection
requirements in your area.
Notify your insurance company
of this appliance as well.
Inspect the chimney connector
and chimney at least twice
monthly and clean if necessary.
Creosote may build up and
cause a house fire.
Do not connect this appliance to
any chimney serving another
appliance.
This appliance must be
connected to a listed high
temperature (UL 103 HT)
residential type chimney or an
approved masonry chimney with
a standard clay tile, or stainless
steel liner.
Gas
ASHES
36"
Ok
Type
HT Clay
Liner

Safety Precautions 5
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Do not place clothing or other
flammable items on or near this
appliance.
Do not make any changes or
modifications to an existing
masonry fireplace or chimney to
install this appliance.
Do not make any changes to the
appliance to increase
combustion air.
Never try to repair or replace
any part of this appliance unless
instructions are given in this
manual. All other work must be
done by a trained technician.
Overfiring the appliance may
cause a house fire. If a unit or
chimney connector glows, you
are overfiring.
Allow the appliance to cool
before carrying out any
maintenance or cleaning.
Do not use a grate or other
device to elevate the fire off of
the firebox floor. Burn the fire
directly on the bricks.
Maintain the door and glass seal
and keep them in good
condition.
Avoid placing wood against the
glass when loading. Do not
slam the door or strike the glass.
Travis Industries, Inc. grants
no warranty, implied or
stated, for the installation or
maintenance of your
appliance,and assumes no
responsibility of any
consequential damage(s).
Do not throw this manual away.
This manual has important
operating and maintenance
instructions that you will need at
a later time. Always follow the
instructions in this manual.
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