REFUELING FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE
The Ovation Stove performance will be greatly enhanced if the operator will fully open the
combustion air control after refueling. If this process is followed, the firebox and chimney system
will return to optimum operating temperature in the shortest period of time. Combustion efficiency
is directly affected by firebox temperature. Following the above process will ensure maximum
efficiency of your stove over the longest period of time. The upper part of the firebox temperature
should exceed 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit or higher in order to achieve maximum operating
efficiency. To obtain this firebox temperature after reloading of wood, the Ovation should be
operated with the combustion air control fully open for a minimum of 15 to 30 minutes. Again, the
time will vary depending on the room heat, moisture content of the wood and the type of wood
being burned. Once the Ovation has reached a proper operating temperature (approx. 550 deg F.),
the combustion air control can be gradually closed. A good indication that the proper temperature
has been reached is when a flame can be seen at the top of the firebox. This upper fire indicates
excellent combustion and will ensure cleaner glass, less creosoting, greater efficiency, and the
greatest warmth and viewing pleasure for your family to enjoy.
SMOKING – CAUSES
In order to reduce the problematic issue of smoke escaping from the Ovation Stove when opening
the firebox door, always ensure that the combustion air damper is in the fully open position before
the door is opened.
CAUTION: ALWAYS
open the door very slowly. This will ensure that the
stove is drafting through the fresh air intake and the chimney system rather than using your house
as a source for air or the expulsion of air. Your stove has been designed and tested to provide
smoke free operation. Occasionally, there may be a small amount of smoking due to the fact that
the chimney system has not reached proper operating temperature. A warm chimney system
ensures maximum draft efficiency for the firebox. If the stove continues to smoke, it is probably
for one of the following reasons:
1.
Doors Partly Open
Always operate the Ovation Stove with the door fully closed.
2.
Negative Pressure
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As the fire burns, the exhaust gases are drafted up and out of the chimney system. The Ovation
Stove is “pulling” fresh air from somewhere to keep the fire burning properly. A stove will
draw air to the firebox from inside the house if no other source of fresh air is available.
Remember that a minimum of eight square inches of fresh air must be available if the four-inch
outside air duct is not used with the Ovation. If your Ovation Stove has been properly installed,
fresh combustion air will be supplied through some outside available air source. Check the
Ovation Stove by temporarily opening a window near the stove. With the door closed and a
fire operating, you should see no change in the fire when the window is temporarily closed.
This check ensures your Ovation Stove has an adequate air supply
