OWNER GUIDE

Ceramic fuel effect.

·This product uses a ceramic fuel effect containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to this material may cause temporary irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it makes sense to take care when handling this article to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.

·Although light coatings of soot are usually burnt off during normal use, the ceramic fuel effect may benefit from occasional cleaning.

·Should any soot accumulation become excessive, the fuel effect piece should be removed from the fire for cleaning. Cleaning should be carried out in a well ventilated area or in the open air by gently brushing with the pieces held away from your face so that you avoid inhaling the dust. We do not recommend the use of a normal domestic vacuum cleaner which may blow dust back into the air.

·The ceramic fuel effect can be lifted out of the fire box when the window surround and glass have been removed as described on page 9.

·When replacing the ceramic fuel effect, make sure that it rests on the ledges at the sides of the firebox and that its back face is touching the horizontal rib at the back of the firebox (See figure 5).

·Replace the window and surround after cleaning.

Figure 5. Ceramic fuel effect location

MAINTENANCE

Regular maintenance.

In order to achieve and maintain high levels of personal safety and performance efficiency, it is essential that the opening at the back of the fire and the flue are kept clear of any form of obstruction. It is possible that deposits of mortar or soot could fall and accumulate causing the flue to be blocked or restricted and so preventing proper clearance of dangerous exhaust fumes.

In the United Kingdom it is the law that a landlord must have any gas appliance, flue and pipework which is situated in a tenant’s premises checked for safety at least every twelve months by a competent person (In the U.K., a CORGI registered installer). We recommend that all gas appliances and their flues, wherever situated, are checked annually.

© Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007.

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Baxi Potterton 339 manual Maintenance, Ceramic fuel effect, Regular maintenance