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iMPortant Warning
storing any flammable materials (paper, linen, furniture, solvents, flammable liquids, spray containers,
gas bottle, etc.) close to the fireplace is strictly forbidden.
all these products should never be stored even for a short while in wood storages or recesses laid out
under or near the appliance.
Caution:
the window, the front panel of the appliance, as well as all external faces including the
facade, will attain high temperatures (above 100°). uninitiated persons, young children and infants
should be monitored at all times while in the vicinity of the appliance
slow burning
please be aware that this method has the drawback of the blocking the flue system because of unburnt
matter which can accumulate. This may in the long term cause a chimney fire. Our recommendation is
to therefore to avoid closing the damper and primary air for an extend length of time. Use only dry hard
wood with a maximum moisture contact of 15% to assist in reducing cressote build up.
Caution: continuous and intensive slow burn operation may cause early deterioration of the appliance
and its components, as well as a chimney fire if the flue has not been regularly cleaned.
maintenanCe
the door joints are made of stainless steel for a longer service life. they can be replaced as soon as
they are no longer flexible. they can be ordered from your retailer.
the vitro-ceramic glass can withstand temperatures of up to 750°c. if the glass breaks following a
handling error, it is not recommended to replace it using a material other than that supplied by the
manufacturer. the original glass quality must be used.
Before the first fires in autumn we strongly recommend cleaning the top of the appliance to prevent
carbonising the dust that could then be deposited on the convection grate. it is important to regularly
check that the convection grates are clean.
glass
The window of the fireplace requires regular cleaning with specific products intended for this use. The
use of moist hard wood with a moisture content above 15% causes excessive creosote build up on the
glass. once again we recommend only burning very dry hard wood.
Cleaning the glass
We recommend waiting for the glass to cool before cleaning it.the use of products that are too
aggressive may lead to the deterioration of some of the wood heater parts. an effective and ecological
method of cleaning the glass is to use a piece of damp newspaper dipped in ash and then rinsing with
clean water. you can also use a commercially available glass cleaning product.
flue & firebox
flues should be professionally cleaned and checked twice a year, including at least once during the peak
period of use and more if required. a professional should also check seals, door ropes, baffle plates and
all consumable parts of the firebox and flue to ensure the unit is in safe working order.
ASH PAN
the ash pan should be completely emptied regularly in order to avoid any overflow and clogging of
the fire grate. A 2-3cm bed of fine ashes on the base of the firebox is perfectly acceptable for a more
effective start up operation of the fire. Only empty the ashes when the embers are totally extinguished
into a steel bucket (it is recommended that you wait a minimum of 24 hours after the last embers have
extinguished).
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operation & maintenance
