Harrie Leenders HL2 Instructions for Installation, Use and Maintenance
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The power of fire
As a matter of fact just a few things withstand a real hot fire. Your fireplace can also be
damaged by overheating.
Just to prevent this, take account of not burning more than 3,5 kilograms of wood at the
same time. 3,5 Kilograms is approximately equal to 3,5 large logs; oak with 15%
moisture. The construction and the materials used from the fireplace are chosen to
control and resist a fire in a considered way. So heat with consideration.
A few tips
Make the fire always on a bed of ash. This is an insulating layer for the fire and an
excellent bed for the fuel.
If the HL2 is overloaded with too much wood and the maximum amount of oxygen is sup
plied (which happens when the air slide is fully open), the fire may 'run wild'. If this should
occur, close air slide by pushing it inwards. Never in such case leave the fireplace unat
tended.
You also control the temperature by the amount and kind of fuel used for each load.
Remove excess ashes using a shovel or an ash cleaner. Never remove ashes using a
vacuum cleaner because fire may still continue to smoulder for days. Make sure you
leave a layer of ashes (± 3 cm) for the next fire to be made.
When the weather is foggy, preheat the flue prior to lighting your fire..
