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Air Control Stop (Low Rate Stop)
The 16i, 18i, 50i and 60i have been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning
wood and are fitted with a low rate stop. This stop prevents the air control lever being slid to the fully closed
position. This will allow the fire to be turned down to a minimum setting without being fully closed.
If the fire is installed into a smoke controlled area then the low rate stop
MUST
be left fitted in position. If the
fire is not installed in a smoke controlled area then the stop may be removed.
Further information on the requirements of the Clean Air Act can be found here:
www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules
Your local authority is responsible for implementing the Clean Air Act 1993 including designation and supervision
of smoke control areas and you can contact them for details of Clean Air Act requirements.
Health and Safety Precautions
Special care must be taken when installing the stove such that the requirements of the Health and Safety at
Work Act are met.
The fire is suitable for hearth installation only. The hearth should be non-combustible and to the requirements and
size as detailed in part J of the Building Regulations. A typical thickness of a superimposed hearth is 48mm
Due to the newness of materials, the fire may give off a slight smell for a period after initial lighting. This is quite
normal and any odours will disperse after being used a few times.
Safety Information
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm
Building regulations require that whenever a new or replacement fixed solid fuel or wood/biomass appliance is
installed in a dwelling a carbon monoxide alarm must be fitted in the same room as the appliance. Further
guidance on the installation of the carbon monoxide alarm is available in BS EN 50292:2002 and from the alarm
manufacturer’s instructions. Provision of an alarm must not be considered a substitute for either installing the
appliance correctly or ensuring regular servicing and maintenance of the appliance and chimney system.
Extractor Fans
Do not fit an extractor fan in the same room as this stove as this may cause the stove to emit fumes into the
room.
Metal Parts
When installing or servicing this stove care should be taken to avoid the possibility of personal injury.
Chimney Sweeping
We recommend that chimneys should be swept at least once a year during the burning season. More frequent
sweeping may be necessary where fires are burned throughout the year or where low grade woods or bituminous
coal are used as fuels. The chimney can be swept through the fire. The fire is provided with removable tertiary air
tubes and board baffles to facilitate chimney sweeping and for the removal of soot from the unit. See Servicing
Instructions.
Chimney Fires
How Do I Know When I Have A Chimney Fire?
Excessive amounts of smoke.
Embers falling down the chimney.
A roaring noise.
Brickwork around the chimney can be very hot.
What Should I Do If I Have a Chimney Fire?
Raise the alarm in the house to let others know.
