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1.1 Scope of delivery
Carefully remove SPIN from the packaging and check the con-
tent as to completeness or damages. In case any component is
defect, we ask you to please not to use SPIN, but to contact your
distributor. Please remove all packing material prior to assem-
bly. The can containing the combustion gel is not included in the
delivery.
1.2 Combustion gel
• In order to operate the fireplace, only höfats combustion gel
cans must be used. Replace the can after every use.
• The manufacturer accepts no liability for other combustibles.
• Always use a new combustion gel can. An already used can
tends to rust and thus no longer is safe.
• Never pour combustion gel directly into the fireplace, for
otherwise the combustion gel can pour out and an uncontrolled
fire can be caused. Therefore, always use a can
• Do not use liquid bioethanol or other flammable liquids such
as spirit or petroleum
• Always store the combustion gel securely closed in rooms
where no open fire exists – bioethanol is a combustible which
evaporates when open. With temperatures higher than 21°
C (70° F), bioethanol – together with air – forms a highly
flammable, even explosive mixture
• Completely and securely close used combustion gel cans (as
far as not burnt out fully). The quality of open combustion gel
can deteriorate when stored for a longer period and cannot be
lit as easily as before
• Do not store more than 5 liters of highly combustible liquids in
your apartment
1.3 Instructions as to room size
• When operating SPIN in closed rooms, always make sure that
there is sufficient ventilation
• Bioethanol burns without residues or soot, nevertheless
carbon dioxide and water are produced, i.e. the air gets moister
and is consumed faster
• Therefore, no other fire must be lit in the same room except
for SPIN
• In order to prevent dangerous carbon dioxide concentrations
when operating SPIN in closed rooms, the following minimum
room volume must be observed.
Room size
Air exchange per hour
Minimum room volume
0/hour
23 m³ (812 cu. ft), equaling e.g. an
area of 3 x 3 meters with a ceiling
height of 2.5 meters
0,2/hour
18 m³ (636 cu. ft), equaling e.g. an
area of 3 x 2.4 meters with a ceiling
height of 2.5 meters
0,5/hour
11 m³ (388 cu. ft), equaling e.g. an
area of 2 x 2.2 meters with a ceiling
height of 2.5 meters
The air exchange rate indicates how often the room volume is
exchanged by outside air within one hour. With window ventilati-
on, the following air exchange can be reached, for example:
Window position
Air exchange per hour
Window and doors closed
0 – 0,2
Window tilted
0,3 – 3
Window fully open
5 – 15
Opposite window fully open
up to 40
Window opening according to room size
Room size with ceiling
height 2 meters
Room size with ceiling
height 2.5 meters
minimum 8 m²
(86 ft²)
minimum 7 m²
(75 ft²)
minimum 12 m²
(130 ft²)
minimum 10 m²
(107 ft²)
1.4 Instructions as to location
• Please observe the respective, current local and national
regulations concerning the location of bioethanol fireplaces
• Place SPIN on a solid, even and non-slip underground
• Pay attention to a safety distance of 0,6 m (23,6") to flammable
materials such as home textiles, upholstered furniture, shelves
or wardrobes Pay special attention to curtains and lamps in
Foot made of stainless steel with
steel core and synthetic surface
protection
Main SPIN unit made of high-
quality stainless steel
Glass cylinder made of heat-
resistant borosilicate glass
Extinguishing lid made of
high-quality stainless steel
Weight: 4,6 kg (10,1 Lb) incl. combustion gel can
the immediate surroundings of SPIN.
A safety distance of at least 0,6 meter
(23,6") to the room ceiling should be
observed
• Do not operate SPIN under conditions
of strong draught or wind. Only place
SPIN in an area protected against
cross ventilation.
• Do not operate SPIN under conditions of rain
1.5 Indoor and outdoor operating instructions
In combination with the increasing element or ground spike,
SPIN must only be operated outdoors. Without additional acces-
sories (increasing element or ground spike), SPIN can also be
used in well-ventilated rooms.
1.6 Description of safety instructions on the
product
1.7 Operation
• SPIN is a decorative fireplace for private use indoors and
outdoors
• SPIN must not be used for heating purposes
• Remove all packaging materials prior to operation.
Assembly
Prior to every use, check SPIN as to
damages. Screw the threaded pin
of the main unit onto the threads in
the footing. When the main unit lies
on the footing, one full turn has to
be effected in order to establish the
connection. You can place the glass
cylinder next to SPIN before lighting
the device.
Opening of the combustion gel can
Open a new combustion gel can, most
suitable with a flat screwdriver, and
carefully insert the can into SPIN. In
case some combustion gel should be
spilt, it is essential to remove the spilt
gel before lighting.
Lighting
When lighting the combustion gel,
make sure to observe sufficient safety
clearance. Therefore, only use a long-
handled lighter or a long match.
ATTENTION: After lighting SPIN, the
flames of the combustion gel are
hardly visible.
Putting on the glass cylinder
Now put on the glass cylinder onto
the protruding pins of the main unit.
Hold the glass cylinder in centered
position. Always use fireproof gloves
(e.g. barbecue gloves). As the height
of the flames develops only gradually,
no danger is given. In the beginning,
some water vapor arises and the glass
becomes foggy – however, this water
vapor vanishes soon
During operation
Due to the chimney effect and the wings
of SPIN, a high, beautiful and rotating
flame is created.
The fireplace and above all the glass
cylinder get extremely hot during
operation so that every contact can
cause severe burns.
For this reason, SPIN must not be
moved during operation.
well-ventilated
rooms
(as laid down
under 1.3., page 14)
outdoors
in a car /
motorhome / tent
In no case, fill in combustibles
in warm condition.
In no case, fill in combustibles
during operation.
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