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operatING INstructIoNs:
prIMarY aIr coNtrol slIDer ValVe
The primary air control slider is positioned underneath the ashpan door (see diagram above left). This slider controls the
intake of primary air underneath the grate, slide to the right to increase the rate of burn and to the left to decrease the
rate of burn. This slider should be fully open (to the right) when lighting the stove. When the stove is in use this control
can get hot and it is advised to use the glove provided with your stove when adjusting. Primary air is normally used
more when burning mineral fuels such as coal.
aIr Wash slIDer
The air wash slider control is positioned underneath the door to the top of the stove (see diagram above centre). This
slider controls the intake of air wash air into your stove, slide to the right for the maximum amount of air and to the
left for the minimum amount of air. Over time you will find the best setting for you installation and type of fuel used.
Airwash air is normally used more when burning wood logs.
re-FuellING/rIDDlING coNtrol
The riddling control is positioned to the left just above the ashpan compartment (see diagram above right). Before
refueling the stove riddle the fire by connecting the operating tool supplied onto the riddling control and slide the
control in and out to release all the dead ash to the ashpan compartment below. When adding more fuel do not over
fill the fire box as this can cause damage by over firing the stove, the fuel should not be filled higher than the front fire
fence. After fueling close the door and adjust the primary air slider to required setting.
Never let the ash pan become over full as this will cause damage to the grate. Be sure to empty the
ashpan before lighting the stove. ensure the ash has cooled completely before removing the ashpan
and disposing of the ash.
lIGhtING the stoVe
First make sure the inside of the stove has been adequately cleaned and that all dead ash has been removed also
ensure the ashpan has been emptied and the ashpan compartment is clear of any dead ash. Open the primary air to its
maximum setting. Place some firelighters or papers on the centre of the grate and light, add some kindling as required,
as the fire establishes itself add your selected fuel and close the door. Adjust the primary air setting as required.
Fuels
The stove has been tested using smokeless fuel (Ancit) and wood logs. Other fuels are available and may give similar
results. Wood logs up to 30cm long can be used. All fuels should be kept as dry as possible before Use.
