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and free from any obstructions. As part of the stoves’ commissioning
and handover the installer should have shown you how to operate
the stove correctly.
CO Alarm
Your installer should have fitted a CO alarm in the same room as the
appliance. If the alarm sounds unexpectedly, follow the instructions
given under “Warning Note” above.
Use of fireguard
When using the stove in situations where children, aged and/or
infirm persons are present a fireguard must be used to prevent ac
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cidental contact with the stove. The fireguard should be manufactu
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red in accordance with BS 8423:2002 (Replaces BS 6539).
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.
If the stove is fitted in place of an open fire then the chimney will
require sweeping after a month of continuous operation. This is a
precaution to ensure that any “softer” deposits left from the open
fire usage have not been loosened by the higher flue temperatures
generated by the closed stove.
In situations where it is not possible to sweep through the stove the
installer will have provided alternative means, 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 with a flue
brush.
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. To enable a good flow of air through the appliance to
reduce condensation and subsequent damage, leave the air controls
fully open.
Extractor fan
There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the
stove as this can cause the stove to emit smoke and fumes into the
room.
Aerosol sprays
Do not use an aerosol spray on or near the stove when it is alight.
Use of operating tools
Always use the operating tools provided when handling parts likely
to be hot when the stove is in use.
Refuelling on to a low fire bed
