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MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED)
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, glass positioning,
door alignment, flue damper controls, baffle plates and all consumable parts of the firebox and flue to
ensure the unit is in safe working order.
DO NOT REMOVE THE BAFFLE EXCEPT WHEN PERFORMING A CHIMNEY SWEEP
CAUTION: Cracked and/or broken components (eg. glass panels or baffles) may render the installation/
operation unsafe. Do not use the appliance if this is the case and contact your dealer.
ASH PAN
The ash pan should be emptied regularly in order to avoid any overflow and clogging of the fire grate. Use
the cold handle supplied and pull the ash pan from the appliance. You will find some ashes catching in the
cavities between the ribs of the fireplate. This bed of ashes caught between the fireplate is essential as it
will create a more effective start up operation of the fire.
FORBIDDEN FUELS
This appliance is not designed for burning the following fuels:
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Solid mineral fuels (all coals or similar)
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Liquid mineral fuels (Gasoline, fuel oil, solvents, drainage oils or similar)
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Methylated spirit
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Creosote-treated woods and too moist or green woods
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Paper or cardboard
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Wood workshop residues (Shavings, saw dusts or similar)
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Other forbidden fuels that may harm the appliance or the environment
CHIMNEY SWEEPING
Prior to using and installing into an existing chimney, it’s necessary to perform a chimney sweep and
ensure it’s clear of any build up (cresote, bird’s nest, etc). Chimney sweeps should be performed twice a
year, including at least once during the period of use.
CHIMNEY FIRES
Chimney fires can be caused due to incorrect use of the appliance and lack of periodic cleaning.
Visible signs of a chimney fire include:
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Abundant fumes
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Strong smell of soot
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Roaring in the flue
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Significant increase in the temperatue of the flue
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Cinders flying out of the top of the flue
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
