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1. Open the stove door.
2. Use the scraper (2) to open the ash removal port
(1) by opening the bottom of the fire compartment.
3. Scrape the excess ash through the de-ashing
cover into the ash pan (3) below it.
4. Close the ash removal port.
5. Using the glove supplied, remove the ash pan and
empty it.
6. Replace the ash pan and close the stove door.
Fog and mist
Fog and mist hinder the flow of flue gases through the
flue. Smoke can blow back and cause a stench. If it is
not strictly necessary, it is better not to use the stove
in foggy and misty weather.
Solving problems
Refer to the appendix "Diagnostic diagram" to resolve
any problems in using the stove.
Maintenance
Follow the maintenance instructions in this chapter to
keep the stove in good condition.
Chimney
In many countries, you are required by law to have
your chimney checked and maintained.
At the beginning of the heating season: have the
chimney swept by an expert.
During the heating season and after the chimney
has not been used for a long time: have the
chimney checked for soot deposits.
After the heating season: seal off the chimney with
a ball of paper.
Cleaning and other regular
maintenance activities
Do not clean the stove when it is still warm.
Clean the exterior of the stove with a dry lint-free
cloth.
You can clean the stove interior thoroughly at the end
of the heating season:
If necessary, first remove the fire-resistant inner
plates. See the chapter "Installation" for
instructions on removing and installing the inner
plates.
If necessary, clean the air supply ducts.
Remove the baffle plate at the top of the appliance
and clean it.
Checking fire-resistant inner plates
The fire-resistant inner plates are consumables and
subject to wear . Check the fire-resistant inner plates
frequently and replace them when necessary.
See the chapter "Installation" for instructions on
removing and installing the inner plates.
The insulating vermiculite or chamotte inner
plates may develop hairline cracks, but this
does not affect their performance adversely.
Cast-iron inner plates last a long time if you
remove frequently the ash that can accumulate
behind them. If accumulated ash behind the
cast-iron plate is not removed, the plate will no
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