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Bus Discussion => Bus Topics ( click here for quick start! ) => Topic started by: Gary Hatt - Publisher BCM on September 11, 2024, 02:26:01 PM
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The National Fire Protection Association emphasizes the importance of annual cleaning and inspection to prevent chimney fires, which number at least 25,000 annually in the US. With the rise in wood heating, especially among unconventional dwellings like RVs, tiny houses, and vans, the risk of chimney fires and fatalities is significant.
Bus and Truck Conversions often have limited space and emergency exits, and fires in such settings can produce toxic smoke due to the materials used. Unforgettable Fire™ stresses proper stove installation, adequate clearances, and regular maintenance to ensure safety.
This highlights the Kimberly™ stove's efficient design suited to small spaces, recommends using dry wood, and provides guidelines for preventing and handling chimney fires. Ensuring the safe installation and handling of wood stoves in mobile homes is crucial for preventing accidents and ensuring the safety of occupants.
You can read the Full Article by clicking the link below.
https://www.busconversionmagazine.com/bcm-blogs/the-danger-of-chimney-fires-in-movable-vehicles/
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Preventive maintenance is the key here as anywhere along side common sense. People that are just lazy and run things till it can't or quits is dangerous especially chimney maintenance! We own our chimney sweep and maintain a safe chimney 🔥