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7.3 LIGHTING
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prepared combustible material, a combustion temperature
to suit the combustion phase and the correct supply of
oxygen.
7.3.1 Lighting for the novice
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adjust the combustion air control to the right (maximum
air supply).
• Check whether the ash tray under the ash grid is
empty.
• Loosely stack small pieces of split wood at the centre
of the
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underneath (paper is not recommended, since it burns
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apparatus, with handle in closed position.
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stacking smaller hardwood logs or larger softwood logs
on top as shown. (do not fully cover or smother the
embers) Lean door against the jamb only or leave slightly
open for apparatus sliding upward.
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