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of the fireplace or in another room. If you have this type of installation, it is essential to take
advice from your approved installer.
There is an option "strop air" which fosters the hot convection air distribution through other
holes, by filling the convection air outlet on the top of the fireplace.
Devices without ventilation MUST have 2 hot air outlets with a finishing grid (not included).
These 2 hot air outlets must be plugged to at least 1 meter flexible diameter 125 mm.
The chimney
The smoke produced by the wood combustion is removed through the chimney flue.
The draft of the chimney reduces the pressure in the fireplace, which removes a part of the
smoke and supplies the combustion.
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A good draft will result in a high temperature difference between the inside of the
chimney and the outside of the house.
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Too great a draft will not enable a high enough temperature to be reached for good
combustion.
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Too small a draft will lead to a risk of reverse flow, fouling of the window and sooting of
the chimney.
An approved chimney sweep should be consulted for any questions regarding the good use
and maintenance of the chimney.
General recommendations
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For devices with an automatic thermostat, it is not recommended to greatly reduce the
operation of the fireplace to such a point that there are no flames, a sign of poor
combustion (speed of the fan too low). The unburned gases are converted into soot.
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In the same way, if overloaded your fireplace will not provide any additional comfort
and will lead to a reduction of efficiency, a pointless increase in the consumption of
wood, a loss of heat and abnormal wear of your fireplace.
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Certain weather conditions (strong wind, fog) may affect the combustion and draft of
the chimney and the air intake will have to be adjusted.
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When removing the ash, pay attention to the persistent presence of embers.
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In the event of a chimney fire, the door must be closed.
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NEVER use flammable liquid products (ex: methanol) to light the fire or reactivate the
fire!
