Commissioning the 3WOOD Boiler:
WARNING
PRELIMINARY CHECKS/ Starting The Fire
Before starting a fire in the 3 WOOD, check that:
1.The 3WOOD is filled with water.
2.The valves are open in the distribution system.
3.The distribution system has been purged of all its air.
4.The exhaust pipe and combustion air controls and dampers have been installed correctly.
5.The seals on flue and ash door are in good condition.
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STARTING AND MAINTAING A WOOD FIRE
A.Completely open the flue gas damper (1) (horizontal position) on breaching.
B.Turn draft regulator knob clockwise to the red mark 90°C
C.Move the secondary air regulator (3) to the middle position
D.Adjust the primary air damper (4) so it is open 1/32” at the bottom (minimum opening) using the screw (5). Lock it in place with the lock nut. The regulator arm should be in a level position.
Note: Never detach the chain from the rods | 1/32” | |
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E. Open the loading door (6), place small pieces | DO NOT OVERLOAD ABOVE FLAP | |
of paper and dry kindling wood on the top of | ||
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the grates and ignite them |
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F.Wait for kindling to ignite, complete the load with larger pieces of wood not higher than bottom of flap, then close the loading door (6)
G.Ensure the boiler has adequate combustion air from vents to the boiler room. Air can be taken from basement brought in from the outside.
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