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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

The appliance is finished in silicone paint or vitreous enamel. To clean
the surfaces simply wipe over with a dry cloth. Abrasive pads and
scouring cleaners must not be used as these will damage the finish.
Care should be taken not to knock the enamel with hard objects as it
will chip.

Cleaning the Glass

CHIMNEY SWEEPING

The glass in the doors is a special ceramic glass which is able to
withstand high temperatures. Before cleaning the glass open the
doors and allow them to cool. Clean the glass using a damp cloth and
then wiping over with a dry cloth. Any stubborn deposits on the glass
may be removed with a proprietary stove glass cleaner or ceramic
hob cleaner. Some deposits on the glass may be burnt off simply by

If the appliance is in continuous use, the chimney should be swept at

running the fire at a fast rate for a few minutes. Do not use abrasive

least twice a year. In most installations it will be possible to sweep the

cleaners or pads as these can scratch the surface which will weaken

chimney through the appliance.

the glass and cause premature failure. Aerosol spray cleaners should

First remove the front firebars and the throat plate. Then sweep the

not be used near the appliance whilst it is under fire.

chimney ensuring that soot is removed from all horizontal surfaces

When not in use

after sweeping.

If the fire is going to be out of use for a long period (for instance in

In situations where it is not possible to sweep through the appliance

the summer), then to prevent condensation, and hence corrosion,

the installer will have provided alternative means, such as a soot

the thermostat should be left at the maximum setting and the main

door. After sweeping the chimney the appliance flue outlet and the

doors left ajar. It is also advisable to sweep the chimney and clean out

flue pipe connecting the appliance must be cleaned with a flue brush.

the fire. Spraying the inside of the doors and firebox with a light oil,

After cleaning any soot from within the fire, replace the throat plate

such as WD40, will also help to keep all internal parts working well.

and the front firebars.

Door Seals

Different types of sweep’s brushes are available to suit different

For the fire to operate correctly it is important that the door seals

flueways. For standard brick chimneys a wire centre sweep’s brush

are in good condition. Check that they do not become worn or

fitted with a guide wheel is recommended. For prefabricated

frayed and replace them when necessary.

insulated chimneys the manufacturers instructions with regard to
sweeping should be consulted.

Servicing

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Fire Will Not Burn

Check that:

a) the air inlet is not obstructed in any way,

b) chimneys and flueways are clear,

c) a suitable fuel is being used,

It is recommended that the fire is serviced once a year to keep it in
first class working order. After cleaning out the firebox thoroughly,
check that all internal parts are in good working order, replacing any
parts that are beginning to show signs of wear. Check that the door
seals are in good condition and that the door seals correctly. A
servicing guide is available on request. Repairs or modifications may
only be carried out by the Manufacturer or their approved agents.
Use only genuine Charnwood replacement parts

Where the chimney previously served an open fire, it is possible that
the higher flue gas temperature from a stove may loosen soot
deposits with the consequent risk of flue blockage. It is therefore
recommended that the chimney be swept a second time within a
month of regular use after installation.

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