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Operating instructions
Fuels
Soft wood (spruce, poplar, fir...) has a significantly lower fuel value than hard wood
and can cause increased sooting of the firebox pane and the accumulation of soot in
the chimney.
Hard woods (beech, ash, birch,...) are best suited for use in your basic stove.
These wood types have a high fuel value and burn cleanly if stored properly in a dry
place.
Tip: Freshly cut wood should be stored for around 24 months outside in a dry place,
protected from the rain, before being used as fuel.
Use a standard fireplace lighter to light the fire.
The following must not be used for lighting and must not be burnt:
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Liquid fuels
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Moist or treated wood
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Wood chips or bark waste
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Chip boards or comparable coated and uncoated materials
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Plastics and foams
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All materials which are foreign to wood
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Paper, cardboard
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All types of waste
Your fireplace is not a "mini waste incineration plant"!
Please protect the environment and only use approved and suitable fuels!
Cleaning the firebox
When operated properly, wood in the basic stove burns leaving approx. 1-2%
residue.
When removing ashes from the firebox, it must be ensured that there are no residual
embers. Any soiling of the firebox pane can be easily removed with a special
cleaner. Only ever clean the firebox when it is cold.
