Superior SABRINA THERMO 11, Instructions For Installation, Use And Maintenance Manual

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Chimney cleaning
The chimney should be swept at least twice a year. It is important that the flue connection and chimney are
swept prior to lighting up after a prolonged shutdown period.
The installer will have provided access for flue cleaning, such as a soot door. After sweeping the chimney
the stove flue outlet and the flue pipe connecting the stove to the chimney must be cleaned. It is essential
that all seals are secure and effective before reusing the stove. This must only be carried out by suitably
qualified personnel.
Periods of Prolonged Non-Use
If the stove is to be left unused for a prolonged period of time then it should be given a thorough clean to
remove ash and unburned fuel residues.
Extractor fan
There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the stove as this can cause the stove to
malfunction and emit smoke and fumes into the room.
Aerosol sprays
Do not use an aerosol spray on or near the stove when it is alight.
Chimney Fires
If the chimney/flue is thoroughly and regularly swept, chimney fires should not occur. However, in the
unlikely event of a chimney fire turn off the stove immediately and isolate the mains electricity supply. Do not
open the door of the stove. This should cause the chimney fire to go out. If the chimney fire does not go out
when the above action is taken then the fire brigade should be called immediately. Do not relight until the
stove, chimney and flueways have been cleaned and examined by a professional.
Permanent air vent
The stove requires a permanent and adequate air supply in order for it to operate safely and efficiently.
In accordance with current Building Regulations and the instructions the installer will have fitted a permanent
air supply vent into the room in which the stove is installed to provide combustion air. This air vent should
not under any circumstances be shut off or sealed.