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3.2.8 Refuelling For Best Performance
To reload the LE LAVAL fireplace:
A) Completely open the combustion air control (see figure 1).
B)
Open the doors about 1” and wait 5 seconds until the airflow has stabilized. Then open the
doors completely, put the logs in and close the doors.
C) Set the combustion air control to the desired burn level.
Note: For a spectacular fire and to optimize the fireplace efficiency, we recommend that
the wood be placed in the fireplace as far back as possible.
It may be necessary to close any optional fan(s) in operation during the refuelling process
in order to minimise smoking in the room. Wait 15 to 30 minutes before turning the fan(s)
back on to ensure successful rekindling.
3.2.9 Smoking – Causes and Troubleshooting
To reduce the likelihood of smoke coming into the room when opening the door, set the
combustion air controls to the left (“Accelerated Combustion”) before opening the door. Your
fireplace has been designed and tested to provide smoke free operation. Occasionally, there may
be a small amount of smoking upon lighting the fire until the chimney heats up. If the fireplace
continues to smoke it is probably for one of the following reasons:
A. The doors are partially opened
When you open the doors, open them completely.
B. Negative pressure in the house
A fire needs air to burn. This air must be replaced through the outside air duct (sect. 3.6 p. 25).
When operating the LE LAVAL fireplace, open a nearby window temporarily to check if there is
adequate air supply replacement.
C. Fans operating (e.g.: range hood)
Fans such as range hoods or bath fans draw air out of the house and may actually cause a negative
pressure in the house. Turn off all fans and open a nearby window to determine if this is the cause
of the problem.
D. Wet wood
Wet or tarred wood will smoulder and smoke instead of burning properly. Your dealer can help you
determine if you have properly seasoned wood for burning.
E. Dirty or blocked chimney
Check to make sure the chimney is clear and clean. If dirty call a certified chimney sweep or use a
properly sized chimney brush to clean
F. Chimney not long enough
The minimum chimney height is 15 ft. not including the fireplace height. The chimney must extend
at least 3 feet (915 mm) above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet (610 mm) higher
than any roof or wall within 10 feet (3 m) of it. When installed with offsets, the minimum chimney
height is 18 ft. Additional height will increase draught and will decrease the tendency to smoke.