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F R E E STA N D I N G 
W O O D   STOV E S

Limit 380

Firepoint 360

Spirit 550

This manual includes instructions for the Installation, 

Operation and Maintenance of your stove.

Models:

Limit 380

Firepoint 360

Spirit 550 

Please read this entire manual carefully before installing 

and lighting your stove. 

Save these instructions for future use.

Always follow the instructions contained in the manual.

For more information go to: www.bosca.co.nz

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Summary of Contents for Limit 380

Page 1: ...eration and Maintenance of your stove Models Limit 380 Firepoint 360 Spirit 550 Please read this entire manual carefully before installing and lighting your stove Save these instructions for future use Always follow the instructions contained in the manual For more information go to www bosca co nz INSTALLATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...do I check that the firewood is dry before using it 7 How do I light the stove 7 How do I reload firewood in the stove 8 How do I turn off the stove 8 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 8 What maintenance does my Bosca stove require 8 How do I clean the flue on my stove 9 How do I remove the ash from my stove 10 How do I clean the glass panel on my stove 10 CHIMNEY FIRE 10 What is a chimney fire 10 What sho...

Page 3: ...RENT SOURCES OR MODIFYING THE DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATION OF COMPONENTS MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS WHERE SUCH ACTION IS CONSIDERED THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE CONSULTED IN THE FIRST INSTANCE CAUTION CRACKED AND BROKEN COMPONENTS e g GLASS PANELS OR CERAMIC TILES MAY RENDER THE INSTALLATION UNSAFE WARNING ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE TESTING AU...

Page 4: ... an area that allows for an adequate circulation of air currents This will enable the hot air to reach the different rooms of the house more easily Additionally the stove must be located so that it is not a danger to people moving around the room especially children 2 Be especially careful to maintain clearances to flammable material such as curtains and carpets The mini mum installation distances...

Page 5: ...mic tiles with grouted joints fixed directly to timber flooring A sheet of toughened glass panel steel etc directly onto a wooden or other combustible floor Note if being installed directly onto concrete or non combustible floor a floor protector is not necessary FLUE INSTALLATION Any flue system used on this fire must comply with and be installed as detailed in AS NZS 2918 2001 We recommend the f...

Page 6: ...the back so that you can hold it firmly with your hands Straighten it and remove from the stove 6 To mount the baffle in its original position insert it into the firebox as indicated by the arrows and rest it on the supports designed for it Ensure the oxygenating tube and the bolts are fully inserted in the perforations located in the back of the stove Place the nuts and tighten them SPIRIT 550 1 ...

Page 7: ...steel bolts from the inside of your stove counter clockwise with the spanner To facilitate the process we recommend you first lubricate the bolts with WD40 or a similar product 3 Once the bolts are loose undo them until you have completely removed them from the bolts Set them aside so as to avoid losing them You can now remove the baffle from inside the stove Do so from the front of the unit 11mm ...

Page 8: ...with the combustion gases burning the volatile material and reducing particulate material This process is known as post combustion OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS How do I choose appropriate firewood It is important that you understand that one of the elements that will allow you to obtain the maximum performance from your stove is the purchase of good quality fuel To maximize the effectiveness of your sto...

Page 9: ...per and some splinter on top of this preferably in a vertical position Set the primary Air Control on Maximum IMPORTANT The first time the stove is lit the high temperature paint on it will smoke and emit a resin smell for some hours Open the windows to ventilate Initial mound splinters and paper Ashtray door is closed 4 Light the fire and close the upper door of the stove 5 Open the door of the a...

Page 10: ...l minutes IMPORTANT The minimum position on the Primary Air Control must be only used to turn off the stove It must never be used as a way to save firewood as the effect will be to make the functioning of the stove deficient MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING What maintenance does my Bosca stove require Cleaning the flue is essential to ensure the proper functioning of your stove This consists of removing t...

Page 11: ... them We recommend using safety gloves to protect your hands 2 Unscrew the cap and remove it 3 Remove the anchoring screws to dismount the baffle of your stove We recommend you carefully read the instructions on removing the firebox baffle IMPORTANT Bosca stoves contain a baffle that must be dismounted in order to clean the unit Oxygenating Tube Anchoring Screws Baffle Baffle Support 4 It is not n...

Page 12: ...esidue is called creosote which is a fuel Under certain circumstances the interior of the flue catches fire producing extremely high temperatures that may reach such a level that the flue turns an incandescent red color Incandescent creosote emanations may appear on the upper extreme of the flue What should I do in the case of a chimney fire Stay calm A properly installed flue in which the correct...

Page 13: ...er The serial number may be requested if you require a service Fill in the information of your stove Model Purchase Date Serial Number Dealer SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Gas gas The stoves are designed to only use firewood as fuel The use of any other kind of fuel could damage the stove and make the warranty void Periodically inspect the flue pipes and clean if necessary The accumulation of creosote can pr...

Page 14: ...mage which will not be covered by warranty 2 1 12 Bosca wood fires are painted with high temperature porous paint that will show signs of surface rust if exposed to moisture for an extended period of time Escea reserve the right to prep and paint a brand new fire that has just been delivered rather than supplying a new fire in the rare event any rust is present Any subsequent rust damage is not co...

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