Controls Explained
Primary Air Intake
The primary air intake is the bottom slider situated at the bottom of the door. Having the
slider pushed to the left would indicate the intake is closed. When the slider is moved fully
to the right the intake is completely open. This particular air intake is adjustable throughout
the area left to right to control the total amount of air required for suitable combustion.
The primary air intake brings in air beneath the grate this is used on initial firing of the
stove.
Secondary Air Intake
The secondary air intake is the top slider situated just above the door. Having the lever to
the left indicates the air intake is in its minimum position. The secondary air on these
appliances is designed not to fully close, this is to meet regulations for smoke controllled
areas. Having the lever fully to the right indicates the air intake is completely open. This
particular air intake is adjustable through left to right so the slider can control the total
amount of air required for suitable combustion
The secondary air intake brings in air above the grate, this air is drawn down the inside of
the glass creating the
AIRWASH
system – see below. The air wash system allows the
glass to remain soot and particle free. This control is used at initial start up and when
burning wood products. Please see section
BURNING WOOD
.
Air wash System
Air wash is a system where secondary air is drawn into the stove (by combustion) through
the secondary air control and is deflected down the back face of the glass, thus preventing
the smoke coming into contact with the glass. It does not mean that you will never have to
clean the glass, but substantially lengthens the periods between having to do so. The air-
wash system works best when burning dry wood. Wet wood will produce more deposits
on the glass. Also, deposits will form on the back of the glass when the stove is operated
on low heat for extended periods (where fuel is only just smouldering).
Ash Pan
The ash pan should be removed when the stove is cold and not alight.
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