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thoroughly and open the primary air
control slightly.
This will help to prevent condensation,
and hence corrosion.
6.4
CHIMNEY ClEANING
The chimney should be cleaned at least
once a year and this can be done through
the inset stove. Remove the throat plates
(baffles) and fire bars prior to undertaking
a chimney clean.
Where the chimney is believed to have
served an open fire installation, it is
possible that the higher flue gas tempera-
ture from a closed appliance may loosen
deposits that were previously adhered,
with 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
6.5
CHIMNEY FIRES
If the instructions in this manual are
followed and the chimney is cleaned once
a year, chimney fires should not occur.
Should the chimney go on fire, close both
air intakes and ensure the door is fully
closed. This should be enough to ensure
the chimney fire dies. If the fire continues,
then call the fire brigade. Do not open the
inset stove door at any time during this
period as it may cause re-ignition. Leave
the door closed until the inset stove is cold.
The chimney must be swept and carefully
examined for damage after a chimney fire.
6.6
FUME EMISSION
Properly installed, operated and main-
tained, this stove will not emit fumes into
the dwelling. Occasional fumes from
de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur.
However, persistent fume emission is
potentially dangerous and must not be
tolerated. If fume emission does persist,
then the following immediate action
should be taken:
1. Open all windows and doors to
ventilate the room.
2. Let the fire go out.
3. Check for flue or chimney blockages
and clean if required.
4. Do not attempt to relight the fire until
the cause of the fume emission has
been identified and corrected. If
necessary seek expert advice.
5. Do not light the fire until the problem
is rectified.
The most common cause of fume emission
is a flue way or chimney blockage. For your
own safety, these must be kept clean at all
times.
6.7
PIPE PROTECTION
If there is a possibility that a part of the
heating system may be frozen, you should
not light the stove until you are confident
that the water system is able to circulate
fully.
6.8 SERVICING
The following is a guideline checklist which
can be used during servicing. Note that
other checks may be required (system
dependant):
- Check flue to ensure it is clear and free
from soot.
- Remove baffles, clean and ensure they
are replaced correctly.
- Check air supply to room or inset stove.
Ensure that it is clean, secure and free
from debris.
- Ensure that all seals are in good
condition.
- Ensure that air wash openings
are clear.
