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FIRING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
Poor draft
• The connection to the chimney has not been properly sealed. Ask the sweeper to check that the connection between
the range and the chimney is completely sealed.
• The flue pipe is clogged. Clean the flue pipe and combustion chamber.
• The chimney is too short, has too much cross sectional area or has been clogged by a bird nest. Contact sweeper or
dealer for guidance.
• Negative pressure in the home. Open a window or place an exterior wall valve near the range.
The firewood has too high moisture content or is too cold. Only use dry wood with a maximum moisture content of 20%.
Draft is too strong
• The sealing tape at the door is worn. Check the sealing tape and replace worn tape.
• The chimney is too long. Contact chimney sweeper or dealer for guidance.
The glass pane gets sooty
• The wood has too high moisture content. Only use dry wood with a maximum moisture content of 20%.
• The valve is too tightly closed. Open the valve to provide more air to the combustion.
The glass pane turns white
• Poor combustion. Follow the instructions for the correct firing provided in this manual.
• Poor firewood quality. Do not use waste wood, grinded wood, impregnated wood, plastic laminate,
plywood or the like. Always use clean and dry firewood.
Smoke emission in the room when the door is opened
• Too quick opening of the door causes pressure equalization in the combustion chamber. Open the door slowly.
• Poor chimney draft. Contact your sweeper or dealer to check the height of the chimney
in relation to the draft that the range requires.
• Negative pressure in the home. Open supply air valve or window to add oxygen to the air.
White smoke
• Combustion temperature is too low. Increase air supply.
• The firewood is moist and contains water vapour. Use clean and dry firewood.
Black or grey black smoke
• Incomplete combustion. Increase air supply.
