TESTING FOR SPILLAGE
Close all doors and windows to the room containing the appliance. Let the fire run on HIGH for five minutes.
Take a smoke match, light it, and using a smoke match tube, hold it at the top edge of the fire opening, 25mm
down and 25mm in. Starting 50mm in from either side, run the smoke match across the opening. All the smoke
should be drawn away up the flue. Any smoke returning into the room indicates that spillage is occurring. If the
initial spillage test fails, run the fire for a further 10 minutes and repeat the test. When the test has been completed
satisfactorily, repeat with any extractor fans in the premises running on the highest setting, and any
communicating doors open. Finally, repeat with all doors open.
BRIEFING THE CUSTOMER
All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping. Show the customer how to light and control the fire.
After commissioning the appliance, the customer should be instructed on the safe use of the appliance and the
need for regular servicing. Frequency of service depends on usage, but MUST be carried out at least one
annually.
Advise that cleaning of the fire may be achieved when the fire is cold using a damp cloth and mild detergent on
most surfaces.
Scratched and other superficial damage to the matt black paintwork of the appliance can be covered with
matching heatproof spray. Use only the manufacturers’ recommended spray paint. Paint only when the fire is
OFF and cold. Always mask off the surrounding area to prevent contamination with overspray. Ventilate the
room during the use of the spray. DO NOT attempt to spray paint the coals or ceramics, or wash them in water.
Advise that the fire will emit a “newness” smell for a time after initial commissioning and that extra ventilation
may be needed during this time. Advise that the fire is fitted with a spillage safety device (O.D.S.). If the fire shuts
down, this system may be in operation. If spillage is suspected, SWITCH APPLIANCE OFF and call in the installer
to investigate any problems.
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12.1
13.0
A
B
C
C
Cross section of smoke
match tube
Take a length of 10mm dia
pipe and seal one end. Crimp
the pipe to prevent the match
from sliding down inside
A.25mm down
from top of
opening
B. 25mm in
from front of
opening.
C. Disregard
outer 50mm
either side of
f i r e p l a c e
opening
Crimp
Match
Tube
