7.5 Ash removal
The ash pan should be emptied when the level of ash reaches the top of the ash pan.
On no account should the ash be allowed to build up to touch the underside of the grate
bars, as this will greatly reduce the life span of the grate.
To remove ash use the supplied operating tool & hot glove-
• Open the door of the stove, pausing briefly when ajar so as to allow the fire to
adjust to the increased air supply.
• Put the fork end of the operating tool into the slots of the ash pan and remove
from the ash pit chamber.
• Empty the ash into a suitable container and replace the ash pan into the stove,
withdraw the operating tool and close the fire door.
Warning:
The ash can be very hot. Care must be taken not to burn hands or
household objects with falling embers—ALWAYS USE THE HOT GLOVE SUPPLIED.
Empty only into a metal container. Even if the ash appears cold, red-hot embers may be
concealed and could easily start a fire or cause an injury.
7.6 Periods of non-use (summer months)
Please ensure that your stove is left clean and moving components are well lubricated
with a water repelling corrosion inhibitor for the summer months (during periods of
prolonged non-use). If possible store the throat plate outside of the stove. Check all
moveable components at regular intervals, to ensure they are moving freely. Allow air
movement through the stove by opening the airwash and primary air inlet control(s) to
about half way, open or leave the door ajar. This will allow a free flow of air through the
appliance thus preventing moisture and condensation forming inside the stove and
chimney. This preventative maintenance will ensure your stove stays in the best
condition for the coming winter months.
7.7 Classification
All Solution stoves are classed as intermittent operation . There by meaning, to give
nominal rated output, you will have to refuel a minimum of 45min for wood or 1hr for
solid fuel, as stated in EN 13240:2011 +A2:2004, however, all Solution stoves exceed
the minimum refuelling time and the nominal outputs are quoted at 1hr burn rates for
wood.
7.8 Adverse Weather Conditions
If due to adverse weather conditions your stove does not operate correctly and causes
the stove to emit smoke, do not treat it as a nuisance, this smoke will indicate that
carbon monoxide is being emitted into the room. Extinguish the stove by reducing the
firing rate, open windows and allow the stove’s fuel to burn out before closing the
windows. The probable cause is insufficient draw, check flue ways and have the
chimney tested for flue pressure.
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