Lighting Sequence (in smoke controlled areas)
Using the approved appliance in a smoke controlled area
Ignition sequence – burning wood
For the appliance to burn cleanly, it is important to establish a hot fire as quickly as
possible. The following sequence should be followed at the ignition stage:
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Both primary and secondary air intakes should be fully open
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Light a double handful of dry kindling
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Push door to, but do not latch
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When kindling is established (takes around 5 to 10 minutes), add 2 or 3 small logs
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When the fire is established and the smaller logs have blackened, latch the door
For this sequence, it is advisable that the user be in attendance throughout.
Warning Notes
Over-Firing
It is extremely important that you do NOT leave both of the air controls in the fully open
position for extended periods or run the appliance with the door open. Leaving the air
controls fully open (or running with the doors open) will lead to “over-firing”. Over-firing is
caused when too much heat is generated within the fire chamber, this will lead to warping,
buckling and general damage to the stove and its internal components. Over-firing can
also be caused by an excessive flue draft.
PLEASE NOTE ANY DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE CAUSED THROUGH OVER-
FIRING WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
Fumes
Properly installed, operated and maintained this stove will not emit fumes into the
dwelling. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur. However,
persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must not be tolerated. If fume
emission does persist, then the following immediate action should be taken:-
(a) Open doors and windows to ventilate the room and then leave the premises.
(b) Let the fire go out.
(c) Check for flue or chimney blockage and clean if required
(d) Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause of the fume emission has been
identified and corrected. If necessary seek expert advice.
The most common cause of fume emission is flueway or chimney blockage. For your own
safety these must be kept clean at all times.
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