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NORMAL OPERATION:
The unit must be connected to its flue/chimney. The door to the unit must only be opened when
someone is in attendance. For safety reasons, the door should only be opened for loading wood
into the firebox. The firebox must stay closed during operation and during periods of non-use. The
unit must always be used with the door closed otherwise one would create the effect of an open
furnace.
The air controls on the front of the stove regulate the emission of heat from the fire. They must be
opened in accordance with the required calorific output. Better combustion is obtained (minimal
emissions) when, on loading the wood most of the combustion air passes through the secondary
air channel. In order to obtain the maximum calorific output, with a chimney draw between 10-12
pascals is the following:
Primary air intake
– 2/3 open
Secondary air intake
– 20mm open
Hourly consumption
– 1.9kg
The combustion intensity and, by consequence, the calorific output of your stove are in influenced
not only by the air regulation but also by your chimney. IMPORTANT: In order to assure correct
combustion of your stove, ensure that the smoke coming out of your chimney is clear. If the smoke
is white, this indicates that the stove is not correctly regulated or that the wood is too wet. If on the
other hand the smoke is grey or black, it means that complete combustion is not occurring.
USE OF THE OVEN:
The air supply to the firebox will affect the oven temperature. A good draw and clean flue/chimney
will allow optimal circulation of hot fumes around the oven necessary for successful cooking. The
oven rack may be put at different levels. Thick cakes and large roasts should be placed on the
lowest level. Thin cakes and biscuits in the middle and the upper level should be used to reheat or
simmer food.
OPERATION IN TIMES OF TRANSITIONAL WEATHER:
During a period of transition; for example when outside temperatures increase, one could pick up
problems with smoke evacuation. The result is that gases produced during combustion may not be
completely discharged and one may have a gas odour. In this case, one should more frequently
riddle the ash grate and increase the air supply. A smaller load of wood should be used ensuring
that this burns more rapidly (with more flames) and that the draw up the chimney stabilizes. One
should also ensure that any cleaning traps and connections to the chimney are sealed.
MAINTENANCE:
ATTENTION:
When lighting the unit for the first time, it must operate at a reduced rate to
allow the parts to settle correctly. The handles are hot during use and the glove should be
used (if supplied). The glove should only be used for opening and closing the door
handles. It is not to be used as a fire glove to pick up burning embers. It is not impermeable
to liquids and it must not be used as a barrier to chemicals. When not in use the glove
should be kept on a cool surface.
The chimney should be inspected once a year. The enameled parts of the stove may be cleaned
with a bit of water and a mild, non-abrasive detergent. Any brass parts may be cleaned with
suitable commercial products.