5
this will usually be 18 . It is recommended that logs should be no more than 5” or
125mm in diameter. If you are unsure of the moisture content of your fuel, then you can
buy a moisture meter which will indicate the moisture levels in your fuel. Liquid fuels must
NEVER be used.
WARNING: Wet timber should not be used as this will create excess tar deposits in the chimney
and stove and could increase the risk of chimney fire. Timber which is not of a suitable moisture
content will also create more smoke and harmful emissions, and will damage the stove and flue
system.
AIR INLET CONTROLS
Your stove has three air inlet areas. The upper vent provides air supply for the air-wash system
and allows air into the higher areas of the fire box – this is called the Secondary air – when this
vent is open, the door glass is kept clean by high speed air rushing downwards across the inside
of the glass. By moving the Secondary vent knob to the right, airflow into the stove is increased.
The secondary air vent is set such that the closure plate does not seal fully, thus allowing some
constant air supply into the stove.
The lower vent knob on the bottom of the door controls the provision of Primary air – this is the
primary source of air supply for combustion. Sliding the knob to the right increases the amount
of Primary airflow into the stove. The third (Tertiary) vent control is located underneath the
stove and controlled by a lever/ knob tucked under the
bottom shelf. Moving the lever towards you increases the airflow into the stove. The air is then
channelled through a
chamber on the rear of the stove and to the rear of the firebox, and enters the firebox via a
series of small holes in the throat plate. The closure plate mechanism on the rear of the stove
incorporates a ‘stop-bolt’ – a physical stop to ensure the Tertiary air inlet vent cannot be fully
closed. This is required to ensure the stove maintains a level of combustion not likely to create
excessive smoke.
TOOLS
The glove is provided for adjusting the air inlets and for opening the door when the stove is hot,
as these knobs will heat up when in use. The tool handle provided is for removing the ash-pan.
NOTE – all parts of the stove will become hot during use and care needs to be taken to avoid
injury through burning.
LIGHTING THE FIRE AND RE-FUELING
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