Broseley THERMO VERONA DSA, Инструкция по установке и эксплуатации

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8.0 ASH REMOVAL
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The removal of the ashes should be done when the appliance is cold.
Ashes must be removed periodically for the correct and efficient operation of your appliance.
Do not wait till the ash pan's completely full. The frequency of this ash removal will depend on the fuel being
burned, ie. Softwood or hardwood
as they
create differing amounts of ash.
Keep in mind that cleaning your appliance boosts its efficiency, as ash, soot or tar deposits will block the heat
from coming out of the appliance and the hob.
Excess ash in the pan can cause the fire to go out and may also cause severe damage to your grates. It will also
block the damper control located at the rear of the ash pan chamber.
If there is ash inside the ash pan chamber, this will also need removing. If not removed it may get pushed into
the damper control aperture; located at the rear of the ash pan chamber; preventing the thermostat control
from working correctly. Periodical inspection is recommended.
Take care when removing the ash, as small bits of hot embers can stay dormant for long periods when buried
in ashes. These will then flare up again when exposed to oxygen, some knowledge of proper ash removal is
required for safety. Here are the important points:
Remove ashes to a metal container using a small trowel. Never vacuum the ashes unless it is a genuine
‘
Ash Vac’.
This is a vacuum you can buy at hearth shops, it is specifically designed for ash removal.
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Place the filled ash bucket on a non ‐ combustible surface such as stone, concrete, brick, or slate, as the
heat will transfer through the bottom of the container. Fit a lid for extra safety.
For your own protection, a pair of heat proof gloves and a dust mask may be necessary.
9.0
WOOD ASH DISPOSAL
The best thing to do with your ashes is to put them in your garden. Wood ashes are high in potassium, calcium,
sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
Wood ash will make your soil more alkaline, so apply it appropriately for your soil.
In areas where of high rainfall, this is a benefit because the soils there are typically acidic.
Dry areas tend to have more alkaline soil, so adding wood ash might be a problem.
If you have no garden, you can dispose of completely cold ash with your household trash.
Place it in a tightly closed bag to keep it contained.