Some ash will automatically fall directly into the ash pan below the fire grate, more will fall
through when the grate is agitated by the riddler, this is the sliding arm connected directly to
the grate, ensure the door/s are closed prior to doing this. Do not exercise excessive force
when agitating the stove. If the grate will not move it could be due to small pieces of fuel
being stuck so removal will be required with a poker, tongs or similar tool. The ashpan is
easily removed using the operating tool. Use extreme caution when emptying as the ashes
are generally very hot and must only be emptied into a non combustible container. If
emptying outside beware of any draughty conditions that could cause the ashes to escape and
start a fire or cause an injury. Purpose made Ash Carriers are available from your
WARRIOR Stoves dealer that will assist in the safe removal and storage of ash until cold.
Overnight Burning:
This stove has been tested and approved as a continuously rated appliance when burning
solid mineral fuel. It will burn overnight so long as it has been correctly installed and
operated. For overnight burning follow the procedure below:
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Empty the ashpan.
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Load the fire with fuel and ensure the door/s are closed.
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The Air inlet vents should be nominally open to allow only a small amount of air for
combustion to the stove.
Should the fire not stay in overnight and there is un burnt fuel in the stove then open the air
controls slightly more so extra air is available, conversely if the fire has burnt away too
quickly adjust the controls so that less air is available. If an optional flue damper has been
fitted then this should be regulated similarly to the air inlet controls, the further closed then
the slower the fire burn rate will be. Observe the note in the Air control section regarding
use of damper whilst the stove is unattended. The stove may also stay in overnight when
using wood or a mixture of fuels, experience and experimentation with the air inlet controls
will best teach you how to regulate the stove for burning at extended periods without
refuelling.
Slow overnight burning in your stove can produce excess tar deposits and soot build up in
the chimney, it is recommended that before and after overnight burning that the stove is
operated at high output for short periods. This will assist in reducing the build up of the
products of combustion in the chimney.
To restart the fire in the morning follow the procedure below:
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Empty the ashpan.
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Load the fire with fuel and ensure the door/s are closed.
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Open air inlets and damper if fitted to re-establish fire.
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Once the fire is established add more fuel to the fire bed as necessary and adjust the air
controls according to your heat requirements.
This stove must not be over fired, operating at extreme temperatures can damage the stove
and the chimney it is connected to and possibly cause a chimney or house fire. If any part of
the stove or chimney starts to glow red then the stove is being over fired. If this situation
does arise the air inlets should be swiftly closed, this will reduce the air for combustion in
the stove. If a chimney fire should ensue evacuate all members of the property and alert the
Fire Brigade immediately. The stove must not be reused after a chimney fire until the entire
flueway has been inspected by a competent person or installer such as a HETAS approved
engineer. Damaged sections will need to be repaired or replaced as necessary.
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Stove Operation Continued.
