Vitreous Enamel Cleaning; Cleaning A Matt Black/Senotherm Stove; Frozen System; Prolonged Periods Of Non Use - Stanley Ardmore Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

VITREOUS ENAMEL CLEANING

General cleaning must be carried out when the stove
is cool.
If this stove is finished in a high gloss vitreous
enamel, to keep the enamel in the best condition ob-
serve the following tips:
1. Wipe over daily with a soapy damp cloth,
followed by a polish with a clean dry duster.
2. For stubborn deposits a soap impregnated
pad can be carefully used on the vitreous
enamel.
3. Use only products recommended by the
Vitreous Enamel Association, these products
carry the Vitramel label.
A detailed list of the approved cleaners can be found
on their website www.vea.org.uk/enamel-care/
DO NOT USE ABRASIVE PADS OR OVEN-
CLEANSERS CONTAINING CITRIC ACID ON
ENAMELLED SURFACES. ENSURE THAT THE
CLEANSER MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS
ARE ADHERED TO.
NOTE: Small impact marks on the enamel finish can
be repaired using an appropriate enamel
touch up (a touch up bottle
the stove packaging) but it should not be
used to cover marks greater than ø10mm or
multiple marks on the same casting/area.

CLEANING A MATT BLACK/SENOTHERM STOVE

Cleaning should be done when the stove is cold by
removing any dust or dirt using a dry cloth. Do not
use any water on the matt black/senotherm finish as
this will cause it to rust.

FROZEN SYSTEM

If there is any possibility that the water system may
be frozen do not attempt to light the stove until you
are certain there is no ice in the system possibly
causing a blockage.

PROLONGED PERIODS OF NON USE

If the stove is to be left unused for a prolonged period
of time then it should be given a thorough clean to re-
move ash and unburned fuel residues. To enable a
good flow of air through the appliance to reduce con-
densation and subsequent damage, leave the air
controls fully open.
It is important that the flue connection, any appliance
baffles or throat plates and the chimney are swept
prior to lighting up after a prolonged shutdown
period.
WARNING NOTE:
Properly installed, operated and maintained this
stove will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occa-
sional fumes from the de-ashing and re-fuelling may
occur. However, persistent fume emission is poten-
tially dangerous and must not be tolerated. If fume
emission does persist, then the following immediate
action should be taken:
(a) Open doors and windows to ventilate room.
(b) Let the fire out or eject and safely dispose of
(c) Check for flue or chimney blockage and clean if
i
s included with
(d) Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause
of the fume emission has been identified and
The most common cause of fume emission is flue-
way or chimney blockage. For your own safety these
must be kept clean at all times.

FIRE SAFETY

To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should
be given serious consideration.
1. Do not over fire the stove.
2. Over-firing will also damage painted or enamel
3. Install a smoke detector in the room.
4. A conveniently located class A fire extinguisher to
5. A practical evacuation plan.
6. A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows:-
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fuel from the stove.
required.
corrected. If necessary seek expert advice.
finish.
contend with small fires resulting from burning
embers.
(a) Notify the fire department.
(b) Prepare occupants for immediate evacua-
tion.
(c) Close all openings into the stove.