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Running the appliance with the door open will not
produce maximum heating in the room as it will draw a
lot of already warmed air out of the room.
Do not overload firebox with fuel.
To further maximise heat output, turn the fan onto high
setting to help spread the heat around the room.
Low Heat Output
This setting will provide the best energy efficiency as the
wood burns for longer. However, if not operated correctly
may result in higher particulate emissions.
The heat output on the appliance can be reduced by
closing the air slide which will restrict the oxygen supplied
to the fire and slow down the rate at which the wood
burns.
Prior to closing the air slide, ensure that the fire is
burning briskly. This may require opening the air slide
fully for 5-10mins before shutting down.
For the optimum between clean burning, and getting the
best in efficiency, from the fully closed position, open the
air slide 4-5mm.
The air slide can be adjusted to any position so desired
depending on wanted heat output versus burn time.
Fan may be turned to Low speed setting or off if the
heater is putting out sufficient heat without the fan on.
Reload with more wood
1)
Open the air slide before opening the door.
2)
Rake / break up any existing coals.
3)
Load wood with the length orientated front to back.
Better results will be achieved by loading several smaller
pieces of wood rather than one large piece.
4)
Close the door with the air slide fully open, and leave for
a minimum of 10 minutes to allow the fresh wood to
catch.
5)
After 10 or more minutes, the air slide can be adjusted to
the desired heat output setting.
1.6.
BURNING TIPS
Fuel Quality
Use wood with a moisture content of less than 20%. Logs
should not feel moist or damp, or have moss and fungal
growths.
Symptoms of burning wet wood:
Difficulty starting and keeping a fire burning well.
Smoke and only small flames.
Dirty glass and/or fire bricks.
Rapid creosote build-up in the flue/chimney.
Low heat output.
Short burn times, and blue/grey smoke from the
flue/chimney outlet.
Run appliance at high heat output for a short period each day
to avoid large build-up of tars and creosote within the
appliance and flue.
Flue Draught
The flue has two main functions:
1)
To safely remove smoke, gases and fumes from the
appliance.
2)
To provide sufficient draught (suction) in the appliance to
ensure the fire keeps burning.
Draught is caused by the rising hot air in the flue when the fire
has been lit.
The position, height and size of the flue can affect the
performance of the flue draught. Refer to installation guide
for details on flue installation.
Factors affecting the flue draught include:
Insufficient flue height
Trees or other buildings nearby causing turbulence
High and gusty winds
Outside temperature and weather conditions
Blocked flue
For advice on the correction of persistent flue problems
consult your supplier/installer for more detail.
1.7.
ASH REMOVAL
Depending on the type of wood burnt and frequency, the
ashes will need removing every 2 to 6 weeks.
Excess ashes should be removed when necessary, placed in a
non-combustible container with a tightly fitting lid and moved
outdoors immediately to a location clear of combustible
materials.
