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3.1.7 Ventilation
Adequate ventilation is ESSENTIAL for the safe and efficient operation of any solid fuel or wood
burning appliance. Ventilation MUST be provided where required by the stove output or flue
under-performance. Keep all ventilation clear and free of blockage, including any direct outside
air connection where used. See VENTILATION in INSTALLATION INFORMATION section.
3.1.8 OVERFIRING WARNING
It is possible to over fire a stove by overloading the firebox with fuel and using too much air –
having the air controls open too wide - during the combustion cycle. This will cause overheating
and potential damage to parts such as the grate, baffle plates, firebox liners and fuel retainers.
IF ANY METAL PART OF THE STOVE GLOWS RED, INCLUDING THE BAFFLE PLATE OR FUEL
RETAINER, IMMEDIATELY REDUCE THE AIR CONTROL SETTINGS UNTIL THE OVERHEATED
PARTS OF THE STOVE COOL AGAIN. Failure to do so will damage the stove and invalidate any
warranty. Parts damaged by overheating, thermal cracking or even melting are NOT covered
by any warranty.
3.2.
Health And Safety Precautions
Special care must be taken when installing this stove to meet all requirements of the Health &
Safety at Work act.
3.2.1.
Handling
Adequate facilities must be available for unloading and site handling. Stoves are very heavily
built so always ask for assistance when lifting and siting them. See Technical Data for weights.
3.2.2.
Fire Cement
Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not be allowed to come into contact with the
skin. In case of skin contact, wash immediately with plenty of water.
3.2.3.
Asbestos
This stove contains no asbestos. If there is a possibility of disturbing any asbestos in the course
of installation then please seek specialist guidance and use appropriate protective equipment.
3.2.4.
Metal Parts
When installing or servicing this stove, proper care should be taken to avoid the possibility of
personal injury. Injury may be caused by component weight, sharp parts or trapping for
example and these risks should be identified and minimised.
4.0
Installation Information
4.1.
Chimney/flue
The chimney height and the position of the chimney terminal should conform to Building
Regulations. Minimum chimney height is 4.5m and the recommended minimum diameter is
150mm wherever possible for safety margin and performance. The chimney must be swept
before connection to the stove. Check that the chimney is in good condition, dry and free from
cracks and obstructions. The diameter of the flue should not be less than 125mm (spigot
diameter) at any point and not greater than 200mm. If any of these requirements are not met,
the chimney should be lined by a suitable method. The chimney must be swept before
connection to the stove. When using a liner, a 5” 125mm flexible flue liner is permitted be used
on these stoves providing that the users only burns smokeless fuel or seasoned wood logs with
the air limiter fitted in in full accordance with the wood burning instructions. A 6” 150mm liner
is always better where it is possible to use one.
