Yeoman 270, 250 Operating Instructions General, Using the Stove for the First Time, Burning Wood

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. GENERAL

1.1This stove is designed for domestic heating and should only be used for this purpose, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s operating instructions.

1.2It should be installed by a competent installer (HETAS registered GB only), in accordance with all local regulations, including those referring to national and European standards.

1.3The stove should only be used to burn approved fuels and should not be used with liquid fuels or used as an incinerator.

1.4As with all heating stoves, the surfaces will become very hot when in use, therefore due care should be taken when near the stove. If it is to be used in the presence of young children, elderly or infirm persons a suitable fireguard should be used. Care should also be taken with the placement of combustible items near the stove as conducted and radiated heat could cause a fire hazard. Stovax offer a wide range of firescreens and sparkguards, along with a hearthgate system designed to offer full protection for a range of stoves and fireplaces. Your Stovax dealer can advise you on these products.

1.5The additional ventilation required for the safe use of this stove should be kept free of any obstructions, both inside and outside the building, at all times.

1.6Have your Stovax product serviced annually by a competent service engineer, and if repairs are required use only Stovax approved spare parts.

1.7Do not make unauthorised modifications or changes to the stove.

1.8SERIAL NUMBER This number will be required when ordering spare parts or making warranty claims.

1.9AIR CONTROLS (typical layout)

AIRWASH

CONTROL

Above door

PRIMARY AIR

CONTROL

On door

See instructions for

detailed use of

controls

2.USING THE STOVE FOR THE FIRST TIME

2.1When new, it is best to burn the fire at a low output for the first few days of use. This will allow the construction to settle and all fixing glues and paint to fully cure.

2.2Avoid touching the paint during the first period of use.

2.3During this time the stove may give off some unpleasant odours, and we recommend that you keep the room well ventilated during this period to avoid a build-up of fumes.

3. BURNING WOOD

3.1Open the Airwash control fully and open the Primary air control to approximately 25% open.

3.2Place some pieces of firelighter or dry crumpled paper on the grate and cover with some small pieces of dry kindling wood. Light the paper or firelighters.

3.3To avoid the build-up of condensation on the door glass it is advisable to leave the door slightly open as the fire establishes and the glass warms.

3.4As the fire becomes established add larger pieces of wood and fully close the door. Do not leave the stove with the door open as this could over-fire the stove and cause permanent damage.

3.5As the fire becomes established, close the Primary air control and control the burn rate using the Airwash control only.

3.6To burn wood efficiently it is best to allow a bed of ash to build-up on the grate, or the base of the stove, and control the combustion using the Airwash control only.

3.7Before re-fuelling the stove it is advisable to first rake the embers evenly over the firebed then open the Airwash control fully for a few minutes, to establish a glowing bed before adding new logs.

3.8Allow the new logs to burn at high output for a few minutes before adjusting the burn rate, with the Airwash control, to the desired setting. It is best to refuel little and often to maintain clean and efficient burning.

3.9The ideal control settings to suit the particular installation and personal preferences will be established by experience in using the stove.

3.10It is not recommended to load large amounts of logs and burn with the Airwash control on low settings for long periods of time as this will reduce the effectiveness of the glass cleaning effect of the airwash. Also this will cause large a build-up of tars and creosotes in the stove and flue system.

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