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Solid Fuels
We recommend the majority of approved manufactured smokeless fuels. Household
coal, which is ‘Smokey’ fuel, can also be used but note that different types will give
different performances. Use as an incinerator is not recommended as fumes from plas-
tics etc will cause pollution to the atmosphere and will damage stoves internals.
The stove must be operated with the doors closed except for re-fuelling and ashpan
removal. The performance , efficiency and safety will be reduced dramatically other-
wise.
PETROLEUM COKE FUELS OR HOUSEHOLD WASTE SHOULD NOT BE BURNT
ON THIS APPLIANCE
Recommended Fuels
Seasoned wood—moisture content less than 20%
Solid fuel—Anthracite large nuts, briquette smokeless fuel i.e. Ancit, Phurnacite, Tay-
brite, Homefire Ovals suitable for closed appliances.
Please note that when refuelling with solid fuel do not pile fuel higher than 30 degrees
from the front bar rearwards—overfuelling can produce temperatures beyond the de-
signed rating of the appliance, causing damage to internal parts.
Should any difficulties arise over fuel quality or suitability, consult your local supplier or
the Solid Fuel Advisory Service.
Safety Notes For Your Guidance
FIRES CAN BE DANGEROUS –Always use a fire guard to BS6539 specification in the
presence of children, the elderly or the infirm. Inform all persons the dangers of high
temperatures during operation of appliance including the stove pipe use operating tools
provided.
DO NOT OVER FIRE—it is possible to fire the stove beyond its design capacity, this
could damage the stove, so watch for signs of overfiring—if any part of the stove starts
to glow red, the fire is in an overfire situation, and the controls should be adjusted ac-
cordingly. Never leave the stove unattended for long periods without adjusting the con-
trols to a safe setting—careful air supply control should be exercised at all times.
HANDLING—This stove is heavy. Adequate facilities are required for site handling.
ASBESTOS—This stove contains no asbestos.
FIRE CEMENT—Do not allow fire cements to come into contact with skin as some are
caustic.
Warning—Fume Emissions
Properly installed and operated, this appliance will not emit fumes. Occasional fumes
from de-ashing and refuelling may occur. Persistent fume emission must not be toler-
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ated.
If fume emission does persist, then following immediate action should be taken—
1.
Open doors and windows to ventilate the room.
2.
Let the fire out, or eject and safely dispose of fuel from the appliance.
3.
Check for flue chimney blockage, and clean if required.
Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause has been identified. If necessary, seek
professional advice.
DO NOT FIT AN EXTRACTOR FAN IN THE SAME ROOM AS THIS APPLIANCE
Seasonal Maintenance
If the appliance is not to be used for any length of time, e.g. summer months, then it is
recommended that the appliance is cleaned out thoroughly. Air slides should be lightly
oiled and left partially open to allow circulation of air. Regular monitoring of internals
will highlight condensation problems or water ingress. If these problems occur then the
appliance needs drying and the cause of the problem investigating. It is advisable that
after a seasonal shutdown the appliance is re-cleaned. Remove baffle plate, brick lin-
ings, check operation of grate, check flue for any possible blockages. It is advisable to
have the chimney swept at least once or even twice per year. If the appliance is in con-
stant use, the use of bitumas coal or poor quality wood makes flues soot and tar up
more frequently.
Basic maintenance can be carried out by the appliance operator, i.e removal of baffle
plate, bricks, grate, glass replacement and must be done when the appliance is cold.
Any structural repairs, i.e. panel collar replacement or stove pipe must be carried out
by a suitably qualified engineer.
General Maintenance
Baffle Plate
This should be removed at least once a month to prevent any build up of soot or fly ash
which could lead to blocked flueways and dangerous fume emission. If the baffle plate
is removed the chimney/flueway can be swept through the appliance.
Stove Body
The stove is finished with a heat-resistant paint and this can be cleaned with a soft
brush. Do not clean whilst the stove is hot, wait until it has cooled down. The finish can
be renovated with a suitable brand of paint.
Glass Panels
Clean the glass panels when cool with a proprietary glass cleaner. Highly abrasive
substances should be avoided as these can scratch the glass and make subsequent
cleaning more difficult. Wet logs on heated glass, a badly aimed poker or heavy slam-
ming of the doors could crack the glass panels. The glass will not fracture from heat.
