ARTE SOL 60, Installation & User Manual

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6.3. General security instructions
Never leave children alone or without supervision near the fireplace when it is lit.
Teach children how to operate the fireplace correctly and safely.
Never touch the external surfaces of the fireplace or the glass when it is lit. There is a high risk of burns!
Due to the self closing door, you have to be extra careful when you are filling the fireplace.
It is forbidden to use the fireplace as a waste incinerator.
Don’t use burned or used wood as fuel.
Remove the ash only after it has completely cooled off.
Ash should be placed outdoors or be disposed in a place where there is no risk of ignition.
Immediately inform your specialized local supplier if you find any malfunction.
Don’t use chemicals or liquids as fire starters.
Do not use ANY fuel other than the recommended
6.4. Flue security instructions
Prior to installing the fireplace ARTE® the chimney sweep or a qualified technician should check the condition and operation of your chimney
in accordance with the standards
EN13384-1
&
EN13384-2
.
This way you ensure the best conditions for heating without issues.
6.4.1. Basic requirements for proper flue operation
The internal section of the flue must preferably be circular. In a case of square or
rectangular flue, the internal corners should have a radius of at least 20mm. In case of
rectangular flue, the ratio of the sides should be at maximum 1: 1.5
The flue must be properly insulated and waterproof and constructed of materials with
thermal resistance and resistance to combustion products and any deposits.
The flue must have no constrictions; it must have a vertical path and it should not change in
direction that exceeds 45 o .
(Pic. 6.4.1.1)
In case of an existing flue the construction material should be checked. Materials such as
cement with lime, galvanized steel and rough or porous materials are contraindicated as
they create issues in the correct operation of the fireplace. Also, a proper study for the flue
size must be conducted because often old flues have quite large diameters. This means that
the amount of air draft is not proportional to the heat generated by the fireplace and by
extension means that you consume more wood than necessary and will spend more time
on maintenance. The solution proposed in these cases is the connection of an inner tube
inside the flue. This tube should extend over the whole length of the flue and at no point should exceed in diameter the outlet flue of the
fireplace. If the existing flue has the desired diameter a proper cleaning by qualified personnel should be done.
Inserting the pipe along the outer wall must be properly studied to avoid heat loss. This solution, however, is contraindicated, as positioning
the flue inside the house warms more spaces as heat of the flue remains in the house.
6.4.2. Chimney placement
The placement of the chimney on the roof is a particularly decisive factor in the convection of the fireplace.
An incorrectly fitted chimney may generate reimbursement of exhaust into the heating space due to down flow of the air.
Follow the instructions below to ensure proper dissipation of smoke.
(Pic. 6.4.2.1)
The ending of the chimney must be at least 50cm above the top of the roof.
If there is more than one chimney on the roof, they must be positioned at least 2m apart.
If there are two adjacent chimneys, their ends must be at least 50cm apart.
If there is a tall building or tree next to the house, then you should place the chimney at a distance greater than 5m from the obstacle.
It is prohibited to connect several devices to the same chimney. Every chimney should be autonomous.
(Pic. 6.4.2.2)
Follow the operating instructions supplied with the product to help prevent fire and
protect the environment.
Pic. 6.4.1.1