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Smoke and Fumes Entering the Room
When properly installed and operated, this appliance will not emit fumes into
the room. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and refuelling may occur and is
normal. Persistent fume emission with closed doors must not be tolerated.
If fume emission does persist, then the following immediate action should be
taken:
1. Evacuate the room, opening doors and windows on your exit to
ventilate the room.
2. Let the fire go out, or eject and safely dispose of fuel from the appliance.
3. Check for a flue blockage and clean if required.
Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause has been identified and
corrected. If necessary, seek professional advice.
These situations are very dangerous and must NOT be tolerated. A list of
Qualified Engineers is available from
UK Solid Fuel Association
7 Swanwick Court
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 7AS
Tel. 0845 601 4406
Chimney Fire
Identified by loud roaring sounds, dense smoke and sparks exiting chimney.
Shut down all air supply to stove by closing air vents, ensure the stove door fully
closed, call the Fire Brigade immediately. Regular chimney maintenance will
prevent chimney fires. Seek advice from a qualified chimney sweep. Chimneys
must be checked at least annually or more often when poor quality fuels that
are not recommended are burnt
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R. o. I.
Irish National Fireplace Organisation
162 Chapel Street
Dublin
Ireland
Tel. 01 801 5959
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