USER INSTRUCTIONS
•Remove ashpan and empty
Warning: Heat can remain in the ash long after use. .
7.3Use gloves, or place the ash into a Stovax Ash Caddy (Stovax Part No. 4227)
7.4Do not place hot ash in a bin made from plastic or any other combustible material.
8.EXTENDED burning
8.1It is possible to get the appliance to burn for extended periods of time.
In order to do this:
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•Set air controls to low combustion settings
This will blacken the glass over night but it will clear when operated at high output for a short period.
•Use smokeless fuel or small, thick logs depending on fuel desired
9.OVER-FIRING
9.1Do not
•Close the air controls to reduce the output
9.2
10.Chimney fire
10.1If a chimney fire occurs:
•Shut all air controls immediately
•Evacuate the building
•Call the fire brigade
•Do not
10.2Do 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 is inspected and swept by a chimney sweep, confirming the system is structurally sound and free from obstruction before
In the U.K:
*This should be done by a HETAS registered chimney sweep, who will issue you with a certificate.
c)It is repaired as required before
11.GENERAL CLEANING
11.1Clean and inspect your appliance regularly, especially in periods of heavy use. Regular cleaning and maintenance will help give many years of safe use.
• Allow appliance to cool thoroughly to avoid risk of burns.
• Remove the ash completely, See Section 7
• Check the internal components for damage; grates, bricks and baffles. Do not use the appliance if any parts are broken or damaged
• Check for obvious build up of soot, any ash or debris above the flue baffle(s). Use a torch if necessary
• If there are any signs of a build up of debris above the flue baffle(s) either:
•Arrange for the chimney to be swept, See Section 13
•Remove the baffles and clear the debris, See Section
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•Check that the door(s) shut properly and creates an effective seal
Leaking door seals prevent the appliance working properly.
Do not use aerosol sprays near an operating appliance
12.CLEANING GLASS
•Keep the glass clean with correct use of the Airwash system and good quality fuel
Sometimes additional cleaning may be required.
12.1This can be done as follows:
•Allow appliance to cool fully
Do not clean hot glass.
•Use a soft cloth and Stovax Glass Cleaner
12.2Before
•Dry the glass fully
12.3Do not use abrasive cleaner or cleaning pads.
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