Monte Carlo - réf. 134 12 07
Technical manual "1291"
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3.8. Trouble Shooting
Problem
Probable causes
- ACTION
Fire difficult to start
Fire goes out
Wood green, too damp or poor
quality.
- Use the recommended fuel.
Logs are too big.
- To light the fire, use small, very dry twigs. To
maintain the fire, use split logs.
Air starvation.
- Open lower air controll and top air control
lever.
Insufficient draught.
- Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep
it if necessary
- Seek advice from a chimney specialist.
Fire burns too quickly.
Too much draught
- Ensure that the lower air control is closed
- Partially close the top air control lever.
Excessive draw.
- Install a draught stabiliser. Consult your
Dealer.
Poor quality wood.
- Do not continuously burn small wood, sticks,
bundles, carpentry offcuts (plywood, pallets),
etc.
Smokes when lighting up.
Flue duct is cold.
- Burn paper and kindling wood to increase
heat.
Room is in decompression.
- In houses equipped with mechanical
ventilation, partly open a window until the fire
is well established.
Smokes while burning.
Draught is insufficient.
- Consult a chimney specialist.
- Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep if
necessary.
Down draught.
- Install an anti-down draught cowl. Consult
your Dealer.
Room is in decompression.
- In houses equipped with Mechanical
Ventilation, an outside air intake must be
installed for the chimney.
Low heat output.
Incorrect Fuels.
- Use the recommended fuel.
: This sign means that you should
ask for a qualified engineer to do the
work.
