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operation & user guide (Continued)
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 may cause unburnt matter to accumulate in the flue system. this may
in the long term cause a chimney fire. Our recommendation is to therefore avoid closing the damper and
primary air for an extended length of time. Use only dry hard wood with a maximum moisture content of
15% to assist in reducing creosote build up, and regularly light a high intensity fire to burn off the build up.
a draught is created from the difference in temperature between the interior and the exterior flue. the higher
the temperature inside the flue, the more intense the draught is. Before closing the air inlets and reducing
the combustion level in the stove for a slow burn, the temperature inside the flue must be high enough to
adequately draw all the flue gas.
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.
transition period, insuffiCient CHimneY draugHt and poor weatHer Conditions
pay attention to the operations of the insert during transition periods and/or when chimney draught is
insufficient or when weather conditions are unfavourable, especially during severe cold weather. Such
conditions may cause flue gas to flow into the room. to prevent such a situation, you should reduce the
intensity of fire by curbing the influx of air into the combustion chamber until smoke disappears. Afterwards
you may increase air flow monitoring for any appearance of smoke in the room.
maintenanCe
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 to maintain any warranty of the wood stove.
Cleaning tHe 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.
We recommend waiting for the glass to cool before cleaning it. the use of products that are too aggressive
(eg. abbrasive cleaners) 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.
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, 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:
• Solid mineral fuels (all coals or similar)
• Liquid mineral fuels (Gasoline, fuel oil, solvents, drainage oils or similar)
• methylated spirit
• creosote-treated woods and too moist or green woods
• paper or cardboard
• Wood workshop residues (Shavings, saw dusts or similar)
• 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:
• abundant fumes
• Strong smell of soot
• roaring in the flue
• Significant increase in the temperatue of the flue
• cinders flying out of the top of the flue
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