3.6. Trouble Shooting
Problem
Probable causes
Action
Fire difficult to start
Fire goes out
Wood green, too damp or poor
quality.
- Use the recommended fuel.
Logs are too big.
- To light the fire, use small, very dry twigs. To maintain the
fire, use split logs.
Air starvation.
- Open lower spin wheel and top air control lever.
Insufficient draught.
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- Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep it if
necessary
- Seek advice from a chimney specialist.
Fire burns too quickly.
Too much draught.
- Ensure that the lower spin wheel is closed
- Partially close the top air control lever.
Excessive draw.
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- Install a draught stabiliser. Consult your Dealer.
Poor quality wood.
- Do not continuously burn small wood, sticks, bundles,
carpentry offcuts (plywood, pallets), etc.
Smokes when lighting up.
Flue duct is cold.
- Burn paper and kindling wood to increase heat.
Room is in decompression.
- In houses equipped with mechanical ventilation, partly
open a window until the fire is well established.
Smokes while burning.
Draught is insufficient.
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- Consult a chimney specialist.
- Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep if necessary.
Down draught.
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- Install an anti-down draught cowl. Consult your Dealer.
Room is in decompression.
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- In houses equipped with Mechanical Ventilation, an
outside air intake must be installed for the chimney.
Low heat output.
Incorrect Fuels.
- Use the recommended fuel.
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: This sign means that you should
asked for a qualified engineer to do the
work.
Document n° 986-1 ~ 02/07/1999
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