Installation and Operating Instructions for
Bohemia X 40 Inset
Multi Fuel Stoves
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4 of 10
Reference: Pevex10004/AH/ver2 Date: June 2011
Note
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If the fire dies down completely or embers are smoldering then it will be necessary to place some screwed up paper or
firelighters onto the grate with some kindling or small pieces of wood to reestablish the fire once again. Leave the
airsliders fully open and allow the fire to build before refueling with larger pieces of wood and then adjust the sliders for
optimum combustion.
Do not overload the firebox by loading above the tertiary air diffuser at the back of the firebox and ensure that
the wood is retained by the log guard. Always ensure that the wood is not tightly stacked so that air can circulate
freely.
Do not leave door left open: Operation with the door open can cause excess smoke. The appliance must not be
operated with the appliance door left open except as directed in the instructions.
Do not leave the airsliders completely open: Operation with the airsliders permanently open can cause excess
smoke. The appliance must not be operated with air controls or dampers door left open except as directed in the
instructions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A risk of blowback can arise if too much dry wood is placed in the stove and burnt with insufficient combustion air. This
may result in the production of gaseous compounds which can ignite if the intake of primary and secondary air is
insufficient and the firebox temperature too low.
To achieve optimal firing and the best possible heat output, the primary and secondary air intakes must be correctly
adjusted. As a general rule, the fire should be regulated using secondary air supply, with which smoke and gases are
ignited. This produces a high level of efficiency and also keeps the viewing window clean because the secondary air
„washes over‟ the glass.
For woodburning it is an advantage always to leave some ash lying in the bottom of the combustion chamber.
Take care when emptying the ash pan, as cinders can continue to burn in the ash for long periods of time. Only dispose
of ashes when cold.
NOTE
: It is always advisable to leave the top air control open to allow the stove to operate to optimum combustion.
MAINTENANCE OF MATT BLACK PAINT FINISH
The surface of the stove has been treated with heat-resistant paint. The stove should be cleaned with a soft brush. Any
damage to the surface in the form of chips or scratches can be repaired using touch-up paint, which is available in spray
cans. If the stove has become grey in colour due to overheating, touch-up paint of this kind can be used to repaint the
stove entirely. Alternatively the stove can be maintained with a traditional type of stove polish of which there are several
proprietary makes available.
Do not use an aerosol spray when the stove is alight or when the surfaces are hot
.
CLEANING THE GLASS
Incorrect firing, for example using wet wood, or slow burning can result in the viewing window becoming covered in
soot. This soot can be easily and effectively removed by using a damp cloth or when necessary a proprietary stove glass
cleaner or an ordinary scouring liquid, when the glass is cold
4. With the door slightly open the fire will
quickly build warming the stove and chimney.
After about 5/10 minutes the door can be shut
and the stove can be controlled by the
airsliders. Shut the primary airslider and
control the burning rate with the secondary air
to give optimal combustion.
5. After about 40/50 minutes and when
the last flames go out a red hot ember
bed will be left and further wood can be
added.
6. Place 2/3 logs on the ash bed ensuring
that the wood is not stacked too closely
and with the airsliders fully open. The
wood will ignite in 2/3 minutes. Shut the
primary air and adjust the secondary air
for optimum combustion.
