3.10. Trouble Shooting
Problem
Probable causes
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Action
Fire difficult to start
Fire goes out
Wood green, too damp or poor
quality.
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Use the recommended fuel.
Logs are too big.
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To light the fire, use small, very dry twigs. To maintain
the fire, use split logs.
Air starvation.
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Open lower air control (coal) or top air control (wood).
Insufficient draught.
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Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep it if
necessary
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Seek advice from a chimney specialist.
Fire burns too quickly.
Too much draught.
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Ensure that the lower air control is closed (with wood
burning)
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Partially close the top air control lever.
Excessive draught.
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Install a draught stabiliser. Consult your Dealer.
Poor quality wood.
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Do not continuously burn small wood, sticks, bundles,
carpentry offcuts (plywood, pallets), etc.
Smokes when lighting up.
Flue duct is cold.
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Burn paper and kindling wood to increase heat.
Room is in decompression.
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In houses equipped with mechanical ventilation, partly
open a window until the fire is well established.
Smokes while burning.
Draught is insufficient.
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Consult a chimney specialist.
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Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep if
necessary.
Down draught.
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Install an anti-down draught cowl. Consult your Dealer.
Room is in decompression.
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In houses equipped with Mechanical Ventilation, an
outside air intake must be installed for the chimney.
Low heat output.
Incorrect Fuels.
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Use the recommended fuel.
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Instructions for user
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: This sign means that you should ask
for a qualified engineer to do the work.
