Stovax Open Log Burning Convector Fireboxes manual Over-Firing, Chimney fire, EXTENDED burning

USER INSTRUCTIONS

Poker

PR8074

7.3Remove components carefully. Heat can remain long after use, See Diagram 16

•Use smokeless fuel or small, thick logs depending on fuel desired

9.OVER-FIRING

9.1Do not over-fill with fuel or use at maximum output for long periods or over-firing can occur. If the flue pipe, flue collar or top plate glow red the appliance is over-firing:

•Close the Air Damper (Primary if multi-fuel kit fitted) control to reduce the output

9.2Over-firing can cause permanent damage to the appliance.

10.Chimney fire

Multi-fuel Kit

Damper/

Multi-fuel

tool

Grate

Ashpan

PR8075

Cast Basket

Ashpan PR8076

10.1 If a chimney fire occurs:

• Shut all Air Damper and Multi-fuel controls immediately

• Evacuate the building

• Call the fire brigade

• Do not re-enter the building until it is confirmed safe

10.2 Do not use the appliance after a chimney fire until:

a) It has been inspected by a registered installer,

confirming the appliance is safe to use*

b) The chimney system inspected and swept by a chimney

sweep, confirming the system is structurally sound and free

from obstruction before re-use.**

Where a steel frame is fitted on the multi-fuel kit version:

• Remove the logbar and bottom frame plate before removing the grates (Using the tool supplied) and Multi-fuel box ashpan, see Installation Section 2 & 3

Once the bottom frame plate is removed access can be gained to ash build up on the base plate with a vacuum cleaner

7.4Use gloves, or place the ash into a Stovax Ash Caddy (Stovax Part No. 4227)

7.5Do not place hot ash in a bin made from plastic or any other combustible material.

8.EXTENDED burning

8.1It is possible to lengthen the re-fuelling period. In order to do this:

•De-ash prior to refuelling

•Set Air Damper control (Primary if multi-fuel kit fitted) to low combustion setting

In the U.K:

*registered with HETAS (GB only)/INFO (Republic of Ireland only)

**This should be done by a NACS registered (UK only)/ INFO registered (Eire only) chimney sweep, who will issue you with a certificate.

c) It is repaired as required before re-use. Use only

genuine Stovax replacement parts to keep your appliance in

safe and efficient working order.

11. GENERAL CLEANING

11.1Allow appliance to cool thoroughly to avoid risk of burns:

•Clean regularly, according to the level of use

•Give attention to the damper system, flue ways and removing ash

Regular cleaning and maintenance will help give many years of safe use.

•Clean matt black appliances using Stovax Collodial black or Stovax Grate Polish

To refresh painted finishes use Stovax Thermolac paint.

•Clean finishes using warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth†

•Do not use aerosol sprays near an operating appliance

Wipe dry with a soft clean cloth† before re-lighting. Do not leave unit without drying, as this may cause rust.

Do not use abrasive cleaner or cleaning pads.

†Note: It is recommended to use a lint free cloth when cleaning this appliance

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