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© F2 Fires Ion REV7 January 11, 2018

F2 Fires UK Limited

Technical support

Trident House

1 Tower Road Business Park

Darwen

Lancashire

BB3 2DU

 Tel: +44(0)1254 205739

Fax: +44(0)1254 790878

[email protected]

www.f2fires.co.uk

F2 Fires Limited UK 

Tel: +44(0)1254 205739

 

Fax: +44(0)1254 790878 

[email protected]

 

www.f2fires.co.uk

Summary of Contents for iCast Ion

Page 1: ...icast range 1 Ion 5kW Multi Fuel Free Standing Installation and operating manual English ...

Page 2: ...2 Ion 5kW Multi Fuel Free Standing ...

Page 3: ...Safety Installation 4 Safety Ventilation 4 Safety Clean air act 1993 and smoke control areas 5 Adjusting the handle 8 Fitting and connections 9 Testing 9 Before you start 6 Item check list 7 Safety check list 7 Considerations 8 Lighting 10 How to light and sustain a fire 11 Types of fuel 12 Introduction and safety Installation and testing Before you start Operation 3 CONTENTS ...

Page 4: ...ey and appliance beforehand Within the UK Document J of the Building Regulations contains further information regarding the installation of solid fuel appliances This can be viewed by searching for Planning Approved Document J online at www gov uk within the United Kingdom You should also check the relevant planning and building regulations in your own country and your local area as they may diffe...

Page 5: ...993 including designation and supervision of smoke control areas and you can contact them for details of Clean Air Act requirements Our appliance the 5kW Ion multifuel stove has been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning wood logs All appliances have been fitted with a modified air control to prevent closure of the secondary air control beyond 6mm 30 open Please note ...

Page 6: ...learance around the 5 flue pipe of 225mm radius above the appliance 3 5 Ensure the suitability of your hearth The appliance should be installed on a minimum 12mm thick non combustible hearth The hearth should extend to a minimum distance of 225mm in front of the appliance and 150mm to each side measured from the door of the combustion chamber Please refer to document J of the building regulations ...

Page 7: ... manufacturer s instructions Please Note Regular maintenance and chimney sweeping is still essential This product weighs 80kg Take necessary precautions and care when lifting and handling this appliance A minimum of two competent people will be required to lift and manipulate this appliance into position Firstly ensure the area is clear and free from obstructions Check the appliance is secure and ...

Page 8: ...ion such as the supplied glove when operating the metal handle as it will become hot during use and for some time afterwards It is recommended that chimneys with a strong updraught be fitted with a flue damper or draught stabiliser to allow the chimney draught to regulate properly No damper should close the flueway completely not less than 20 of the total chimney or flue pipe should remain open at...

Page 9: ...ever outlet is not being used A register plate not supplied may be required to seal off the throat of the fireplace and has a hole for a flue pipe It also provides access for sweeping and if required has a connection for a bracket to support the flue A 5 127mm flue pipe is required from the appliance to the register plate Consult your installation engineer if you require one This appliance has a f...

Page 10: ... oven cured during the manufacturing process However upon initial lighting of the appliance further curing may occur and a slight smell may be evident We recommend that windows and doors are left open during this time which will allow the smell to dissipate Step 1 Place rolled up crumpled paper at the back of the appliance Next place a small amount of tinder kindling on top of the paper followed b...

Page 11: ...f as the height and diameter of the chimney as well as the quality of the fuel used are decisive factors in determining your appliance s efficiency Small hot fires are more efficient than large slumbering ones Most of the energy in burning wood is released as a bright flame The turbulence in the flames creates good mixing between the combustion air and the gases that are released from the wood as ...

Page 12: ...lent heat output and a very long fire life that easily lasts through the night Smokeless fuels are not difficult to light and produce little ash Anthracite Anthracite is a natural hard shiny form of coal that is naturally smokeless Although anthracite can take longer to light it can burn for very long periods producing a large amount of heat per volume It can be a higher price per bag than other f...

Page 13: ...normal and will not interfere with the efficiency of the appliance The vermiculite insulation is not covered by the manufacturer s warranty and may need replacing over time Door glass Blackening of the door glass is usually a result of burning damp wood See Problem solving Blackened glass The longer staining is left to build up on the glass the harder it becomes to clean it off We recommend wiping...

Page 14: ...g temperature Safety Ventilation Smoke in the room when refueling Poor chimney performance Consult a chimney sweep or your installation engineer Check the position of any fitted flue damper to make sure it is in the open position Never open the door when there are high flames on the fuel Wait until the fuel is burning low before refueling Uncontrollable combustion If there is excessive chimney dra...

Page 15: ...pliance over time or ignite the existing accumulation of tar which can result in a chimney fire See Warning below Overheating Should the appliance be allowed to get too hot and overheat you should close the Primary and Secondary air controls fully using the glove provided Keep the fire door closed and allow the fire to burn down and the temperature to drop before allowing air back in gradually See...

Page 16: ...entre from rear intake 132mm to flue centre from rear intake 38mm collar 80mm clearance FRONT BACK 5 Flue 127mm 480mm inc Feet 390mm Top Depth 390mm Inc Handle 455mm 582mm 582mm inc Collar 620mm 330mm internal firebox width Operating parameters Nominal heat output 5kW Ideal operating temperature range 150 300 C Efficiency 79 9 Wood 80 Anthracite SPECIFICATIONS 16 ...

Page 17: ...f the England and Wales Building Regulations 2000 Who certifies that this installation is safe has been demonstrated to the householder conforms to current building regulations has at least a 12Pa flue draught measurement and has been through these instructions with the owner of the appliance TO FIND A QUALIFIED INSTALLER FUEL SUPPLIER or CHIMNEY SWEEP CONTACT UK TheSolidFuelAssociation 95HighStre...

Page 18: ...Installer notes 18 ...

Page 19: ...Thank you for choosing F2 Fires sit back relax and enjoy 19 ...

Page 20: ...hnical support Trident House 1 Tower Road Business Park Darwen Lancashire BB3 2DU Tel 44 0 1254 205739 Fax 44 0 1254 790878 support f2fires co uk www f2fires co uk F2 Fires Limited UK Tel 44 0 1254 205739 Fax 44 0 1254 790878 info f2fires co uk www f2fires co uk ...

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