Safety
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The wood will dry out most quickly if it is cut into the appropriate length
and split into pieces 4”-5” (10-12cm) thick. The best length is 20” (0.5
m) for the FHG. The wood is best stored in the open air under cover.
Wood will dry most quickly if it is carefully stacked alternatively length-
wise and crosswise so that air can penetrate into the stack. Ideally the
wood should be stored for at least one and a half years (two summer
seasons). Do not burn small pieces of wood or wood chips in the boiler
as they can block the combustion slot. Also, it can be difficult to control
the combustion process effectively with small wood pieces and chips.
2.2.2
Non-permitted fuels
Using non-permitted fuels will cause serious faults in combustion
(e.g. spontaneous combustion of wood gases or flash fires).
Do not burn: coal, fuel coke, garbage or other residual material, gas-
oline, diesel, fuel oil, naphtha, engine oil or other organic materials
and any other inappropriate materials!
Do not use chemicals or fluids to start the fire!
2.2.3
Who may operate the boiler
Non-permitted use of the boiler by unauthorized persons can cause
faults in combustion. The operator is responsible to explain all cautions
before allowing any person’s access to boiler room.
Unauthorized persons, especially children, are to be kept away from the
boiler.
Only trained operators are permitted to operate the boiler!
Successful operation of this boiler will require daily involvement by the
owner/system operator.
Biomass boilers operate differently from fossil fuel boilers, requiring
more oversight and a diligent cleaning regimen.
• The owner/system operator is responsible for correct operation of the
boiler per guidelines in this manual.
• Incorrect operation can reduce the boiler life.
Throughout this manual, safety considerations are noted and discussed.
A few general safety considerations to be considered are:
• Safety faults or deficiencies with the boiler or installation must be rec-
tified as quickly as possible. Either by the owner/system operator or the
installer.
• Outlet pipes, ventilation channels, fresh air openings, etc. must not be
closed or blocked.
