DAMAGED FIREBOX LINERS
The stove gets very, very hot inside, it is quite usual for the replaceable liners to crack or craze.
They need only be renewed when they begin to disintegrate. Help them last by using only
very dry fuel.
POOR HEAT OUTPUT
A stove can heat a typical room of
about
12m³ volume for each kW of output, so a 5kW model can heat
up to (12x5 = 63m³) about 5m x 5m square. The actual size depends on the insulation, dampness and air-change ratio of the
room. To attempt to heat a larger room will result in excessive fuel consumption and damaging overheating.
CONDENSATION
onto cool surfaces inside the stove can be severe if fuel is in any way damp. Use only
very dry
fuel.
OVER-FIRING
Leaving the fire too long with the controls set too high can cause 'over firing', excessive chimney temperature and
risk of parts failing or chimney fires. Always set controls to the lowest practical setting. A chimney thermometer can help.
SMOKE COMING INTO ROOM
Fumes are poisonous. A tiny amount of smoke may be emitted when the door is opened, but
regular smoke emission must NEVER be tolerated, causes might be:
NEW STOVE
There is often a smell and some fumes as the paint cures. This normally stops after an hour or so.
SEALS
Are all flue pipes and connectors
absolutely
gas-tight? Even the tiniest crack or gap can spoil the draught.
BLOCKED BAFFLE PLATE
Has soot and ash collected above the inner back part of the firebox?
UNSUITABLE OR BLOCKED CHIMNEY
The first requirement for correct operation is a sound chimney. Check the
requirements earlier in this document and in any case of doubt engage a professional sweep.
POOR AIR SUPPLY
is a common cause of smoking and poor performance. Air supply problems may be worse in certain wind
conditions where air can be
sucked out
of the room. The Proximity Air Supply is highly recommended.
DOWNDRAUGHT
Wind can blow down a chimney if there is something higher nearby such as a tree, hill or high building. Fitting
an anti-downdraught cowl (one which can be swept through) to the chimney top can cure this.
CHIMNEY DRAUGHT
Chimney draught in use must be at least 12Pa. Much higher draught may result in somewhat fiercer
burning - use less fuel and refuel more often. This stove remains safe and controllable up to 40Pa.
CHIMNEY FIRE
In the rare event of deposits inside the chimney igniting (roaring sound + dense smoke and sparks from the
chimney) immediately close the stove door, shut all air controls and call the fire brigade. Prevent fires by using
very dry fuel
and having your chimney swept regularly.
MAINTENANCE
MONTHLY
With the fire cold, check that the flueways are clear and unblocked, and that the door seals are sound.
ANNUALLY - SWEEP THE CHIMNEY
The entire length of the chimney from stove to outlet should be swept annually, by a
qualified sweep, more often if smoky fuels are used.
NEW PARTS
Your stove has been extensively tested for safety - please don't modify it and always use genuine spare parts.
SURFACE FINISH
Wipe the stove body with a slightly damp cloth when cool. NEVER use aerosol spray or wax near the hot fire –
they can ignite. Painted steel parts can easily be refurbished using special spray stove paint.
INTERNAL PARTS
Your stove gets VERY hot. Eventually the internal parts will require replacement. Help parts to last by:
Using only recommend,
very dry,
fuels.
Cleaning the baffle plate regularly.
Avoiding 'over-firing'
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
When ordering parts, specify the version of the Portway Luxima stove you have, wood-only or multifuel
Portway spares Tel. 01782 339034
Standard Spare Parts
British Fire Manufacturers
Trentham Lakes, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, England ST4 4TJ
01782 339000
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Patent. We are always striving to improve these products and may change their specification without notice.
