Overnight Burning, Burning Wood, Mixed Fuels

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE READ & UNDERSTOOD THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE LIGHTING THE FIRE.

ALWAYS WEAR SUITABLE PROTECTIVE FIRE GLOVES WHEN REFUELLING YOUR STOVE.

SOLID FUEL BURNING •Set the grate to ‘coal’ position.

•Ensure that the ash pan is in position and the fire doors are closed.

•Set the air wash to one quarter open position. •Set the thermostat control knob to position 8 •Light in the normal manner with paper and

kindling, or use a fire lighter.

•If using a gas poker be sure to remove it immediately the fire is alight.

•When the fire is well alight regulate the burning rate by adjusting the setting on the thermostat control knob

•The air wash can be opened sufficiently to keep the door glass clean

BURNING WOOD

•Set air wash to fully open position.

•Proceed as for solid fuel but note the fire will burn up and become established more quickly.

MIXED FUELS

•As per coal but allow additional secondary air.

ANTHRACITE

Anthracite is more difficult to keep in for long periods, consequently more care in setting the controls and some familiarisation is necessary when burning anthracite.

Use the smallest size fuel (Stovesse or Small Nuts). Proceed as for manufactured smokeless fuel. Leave the air inlet control open about a quarter or less.

Note: The high temperature paint acquires durability by being "cured" during the initial firings of the appliance will give off fumes which are non-toxic, but which certain persons may find have an unpleasant or irritant effect. Ensure that the area is well ventilated during this time.

OVERNIGHT BURNING

The appliance will burn overnight provided: •Sufficient fuel is placed in the firebox.

•The controls are set correctly.

•Excess draught is not present in the chimney. •Close the door.

•If the fire goes out with unburnt fuel left in the firebox increase the thermostat setting, and vice versa.

In the morning

Open the air control fully until embers begin to glow brightly and place pieces of fuel on the fire until it is well established.

WARNING: When wood is burnt slowly in a closed appliance it produces moisture and tar, which will create condensation and deposits in the chimney. This effect can be minimised by burning hard for a short period, about 20 minutes, twice a day. It is usually convenient to do this morning and night.

Note: To avoid chimney problems your fire should not be burnt slowly for longer than 12 hours without a period of fast burning.

WARNING: Properly installed, with a suitable flue and chimney and operated and maintained this appliance will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occasional fumes from the de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur. However, persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must be investigated by a Hetas registered installer.

Stop using the appliance if you smell fumes or see smoke escaping.

If fume emission does persist, the following immediate actions should be taken.

•Open doors and windows to ventilate room. •Let the fire die or extinguish and safely

dispose of fuel from the appliance. •Check for flue or chimney blockage, and

clean if required.

Seek expert advice from your HETAS registered installer. Do not attempt to re-light the fire until the cause of the fume emission has been identified and corrected.

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