Volcano Plus Revised August 2008
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SWEEP CAP
Figure 12
The control can rotate from minimum to
maximum. It can also be pushed in and
pulled out.
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND THE NEED FOR REMOVAL
When wood is being burned slowly, tar and other organic vapors are produced. When combined with expelled moisture,
creosote is formed. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney flue of a slow burning fire. As a result,
creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The chimney
connector and chimney should be inspected at least once every two months during the season it is being heated in order to
determine if a creosote build-up has occurred. If the creosote build-up exceeds 3 mm (1/8 inch) it should be removed to
minimize the risk of a chimney fire.
TO SWEEP THE CHIMNEY
1)
Open your fireplace door.
2)
Push the chimney sweep cap upwards and place it on
the side. The chimney sweep cap is located on top of
the tow stainless steel combustion pipes.
3)
Close the fireplace door.
4)
Sweep the chimney.
5)
Open the door of the fireplace and empty out all the
residues.
6)
Place back the chimney sweep cap.
Note: The chimney sweep cap is sealed with silicon for
transport. After the first fire, the silicon will burn and you
will be able to move the cap.
COMBUSTION CONTROL
The burn rate and the heat output are related to the amount of combustion air. The control handle rotates from the right
(maximum) to the left (minimum) position (Figure 12). It can also be pushed inwards to allow additional air in for start-up or
when a new charge of wood is being loaded.
OPERATION OF THE COMBUSTION AIR CONTROL MECHANISM
When starting the fire or when adding a new charge of wood, the fireplace needs
additional air in order to establish a good fire. When the wood starts to burn
properly, the amount of air can be reduced depending on the heating
requirements.
The control mechanism provides automatic means to gradually reduce the
combustion air to the preset amount.
The preset amount will be established by the operator, depending on his heating
requirements, the type and condition of the wood being used.
To determine the preset amount, the user will have to use the fireplace for several
days, placing the control handle at different positions between minimum and
maximum.
After establishing a position for the control, push the control handle fully
inwards and then pull it back when starting a fire in order to maximize the
combustion air. The combustion air will gradually reduce to the pre-set position
when the wood will start to burn properly.
Note:
Once the control handle has been pushed inwards, it is not possible to
reduce the combustion air by rotating the control handle. The fireplace must burn at a good rate and for a given period of time
in order to allow the control to gradually reduce the amount of combustion air to the preset amount.
WARNING: READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY. Also read the following brief instructions before using
your fireplace.
Note: It is important to assure that a flame is maintained. If the flame is not maintained, reestablish it by cracking the door open
again
. Do not leave the fireplace with the door unlocked without supervision.
Caution:
The wood should be placed away from the door to avoid damage to the glass.
