Causes of malfunction
Situation
Probable causes
Action
Fire difficult to
start.
Fire goes out
Wood green,
too damp or
poor quality
Use the recommended fuel.
The logs are too
big
To light the fire, use small, very dry twigs.
To maintain the fire, use split logs.
Air starvation
Increase the amount of air by moving the regulator
.
Insufficient
draught
!
Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep it if
necessary
Seek advice from a chimney specialist.
The fire burns
too quickly
Too much
draught
Reduce the amount of air by moving the regulator.
Excessive draw
!
Install a draught stabiliser. Consult your dealer
Poor Quality
wood.
Do not continuously burn small wood, sticks, bundles,
carpentry offcuts (plywood, pallets), etc.
Smoke when
lighting up
Flue duct is
cold
Burn paper and kindling wood to increase heat.
Room is in
decompression
!
In houses equipped with mechanical ventilation, partly
open a window until the fire is well established
Smokes while
burning
Draught is insufficient
!
Consult a chimney specialist.
Check that the flue is not obstructed, sweep if
necessary.
Down draught
Install an anti-down draught cowl. Consult your Dealer
Low heat
output.
Incorrect fuels
Use the recommended fuel
!
This sign means that you should ask for a qualified engineer to do the work.
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