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USER GUIDE
FUEL TYPES
The most efficient use of this appliance is with
the fire door(s) closed at all times, apart from
re-fuelling (when alight) or cleaning (when
cold).
Never leave the appliance unattended for an
extended length of time with the door(s)
open.
If this is the case, a spark guard must be used
and the operating efficiency of the appliance
will decrease.
Wood
Any type of wood is suitable provided it is well
seasoned and has a moisture content below
20%. This usually implies that the timber has
been suitably stored to allow moisture to
evaporate for at least nine months in the case
of soft woods, and at least eighteen months in
the case of hard wood.
We recommend that for general burning,
wood should be split into logs of no more than
100mm(4”) diameter.
WARNING : Wet wood must not be used as
this will greatly contribute to the creation of
tar and creosote which may, in extreme
cases, run down the chimney in liquid form.
This will seriously damage both the chimney
and the appliance, and increase the risk of a
chimney fire.
Please Note : If you have sticky tar inside the
appliance or chimney your wood is ‘Green’ or
too wet.
Please Note : The burn classification for all
appliances in these instructions are classed as
intermittent use.
Paper
Paper will burn successfully. Burn dry paper only
or chimney damage will occur.
WARNING : Never burn plastics, household waste
or liquid fuels in your stove
Please contact Arada Ltd for further details and
advice on the use of other fuels.
Lighting the fire
Prior to lighting the stove for the first time, check
with the installer that:
• Installation and all building work is complete.
• The chimney is sound and has been swept and
is free from obstruction.
• Adequate provision for combustion air has
been made.
• That Building Regulations and any local by laws
have been followed during installation. See
installation section of this manual.
• All firebox liner panels and throat plate are in
place.
• That the chimney draw has been checked and
is within specification. With the chimney warm,
the draught should be between 1-2 mm water
gauge or 0.1 to 0.2 mbar.
WARNING : An over drawing chimney can cause
over firing, resulting in damage to the appliance.
Ensure that you have read and understood these
instructions before lighting the fire. Always wear
suitable protective fire gloves when refuelling
your stove.
DEFRA Stove Installation and User Guide
