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SAFETY CHECKLIST
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Ensure proper ventilation (see page 8, ventilation section)
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Regular cleaning and sweeping (see page 21 )
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Always use the right fuel ( see page 20 )
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Regularly check the condition of wearing parts such as fire rope seals, glass and
fire grate and replace when necessary. Use only Hotpod original parts available
from
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Always use a securely fitted fireguard when children are in the house.
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If your appliance begins to burn slowly, goes out frequently or if you smell or
suspect fumes:
- Open doors and windows.
- Carefully put out the fire, or allow it to burn itself out. Do not stay in the
room any longer than necessary.
- Do not attempt to re-light the appliance until a professional has checked it.
CHIMNEY FIRE
What to do:
In the event of a chimney fire...
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Dial 999 and ask for the Fire Service.
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Make sure that the Hotpod door, ash pan and air vents are firmly closed.
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Close any access hatches to the chimney
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Do not re-light the Hotpod until the chimney has been checked and inspected
by a qualified chimney sweep.
ALwAyS CALL THE fIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE fOR A CHIMNEy fIRE - IT HAS
THE AbILITy TO DESTROy yOUR HOME
MAINTENANCE
DAILy MAINTENANCE
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Empty the ash-pan
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Check and clean light stains from the glass. Wipe the door glass using a lint-free
cloth and appropriate stove glass cleaner.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
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When the weather warms up and you stop using your Hotpod it is important to
carry out an annual maintenance check.
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Empty your Hotpod of ash and clean.
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Arrange for your chimney sweep to check and clean your chimney
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Replace door glass and fibre rope if needed
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Check the grate and replace if necessary
CHIMNEy MAINTENANCE & SwEEPING
To avoid accidents (chimney fire, etc.) regular maintenance should
be carried out. If the stove is regularly used, the chimney should be inspected by a
competent person at least once a year.
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