Dean Hembury 5 SE, Operating Instructions Manual

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If the stove has been used for a long period of time we suggest the chimney be swept twice a
year.
Notes
Down draughts
In adverse weather conditions down a draught may occur this could make the stove smoke, if
this should happen shut all the stove air controls.
If this occurs on a regular basis call in your engineer.
It is possible a chimney cowl could cure this problem.
Air vents
Check periodically that the exterior ventilation grill is clear.
Servicing
All servicing must to be carried out by a qualified competent engineer on a regular basis.
No unauthorised modifications of the appliance should be carried out.
Use only replacement parts recommended by the manufacturer.
Fault finding
If the stove starts emits fumes into the room:-
(1) Check there is no blockage or restriction in the flue.
(2) Check the external air vent is not blocked.
(3) Check the baffle plate has not dislodged itself from the stove.
(4) Call an engineer.
If the stove does not perform properly this is could be due to unseasoned/wet wood or too
much ash in the firebox.
In the case of the stove malfunctioning shut all vents, open the windows and let the residual
fuel in stove burn out.
In the event of a chimney fire
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Call the fire brigade
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Raise the alarm to let others in the house know
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Close down all the air controls of the stove, but be careful they could be very hot
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Move furniture, rugs and other objects away from the stove
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Check the chimney breast in other rooms for signs of excessive heat and move objects
away if necessary
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At all times consider the safety of yourself and others in taking the above action