DEFRA Stove Installation and User Guide
Always re-fuel onto a hot bed of glowing embers. Always ensure the fire
is well alight after re-fuelling before leaving the stove unattended.
The average fuel load of the stove is 1.3kg per hour of dry well seasoned
hardwood providing approximately 4.5kWh of heat with the air control set
fully to the right stop.
In order to avoid overloading the firebox it is recommended that a fuel
load no greater than 1.5 kg is used during re-fuelling.
The recommended log size is approximately 250mm long and 90-100mm
in diameter, of which two would normally constitute one full load for 1 hour
burning at 4.5kw output.
Please Note: The high temperature paint requires durability by being
cured during the initial firings of the appliance. It will give off fumes which
are non toxic, but certain persons may find they have an unpleasant or
irritant effect. Ensure that the surrounding area is well ventilated during
this time.
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Further information for all stove owners
9.1
Door glass
The door glass should remain clear during normal burning. However
under certain conditions, such as burning at a low rate, using damp wood
or overnight burning, the glass may become somewhat blackened. To
remedy this, operate the appliance at a fast rate. Alternatively when
the stove is cold, open the door and clean the inside face of the glass
with a damp cloth or with glass cleaner (available from stove shops and
www.aradastoves.com).
9.2
Reduced burning
When wood is burnt slowly in a closed appliance, it produces moisture
and tar, which will create condensation and deposits in the chimney. This
effect can be minimised by burning hard for a short period, fifteen to
twenty minutes twice a day.
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