Maintenance; Cleaning And Inspection; Ashes; Thermotte™ Plates - Nordpeis S-31A User Manual

It is advisable to air well when lighting a fire for the
first time as the varnish on the insert will release
some smoke or smell. This smoke and smell will
disappear and are not hazardous. When lighting the fire
for the first time we also recommend opening/shutting
the door regularly the first two hours to aviod the door
gasket sticking to the varnish
Lighting a fire
Kindling wood
Finely chopped (diameter of 3-5cm)
Length: 25-30cm
Ca. amount pr lighting : 2 kg
Open the vent control (FIG 6). Insert small dry pieces
of wood, ignite and ensure that the flames have a good
grip of the wood. Close the door when the flames are
stable and the chimney is warm. If it is not closed the
insert and chimney may overheat. The air supply is then
regulated with the vent control.
When there is a glowing layer of coal, new wood logs
can be inserted. Remember to pull the hot ember
forward in the insert when inserting new logs so that the
wood is ignited from the front. The vent control should
be opened each time new logs are inserted so that the
flames get a good grip. The fire should burn with bright
and lively flames.
Reload size
Chopped wood (diametre of 6-9cm)
Length: 25-30cm
Normal load size. 1,64kg /h
(Max load size: 3kg/h)
Attention!
Using the insert with low combustion effect increases
the pollution as well as the risk of a fire in the chimney.
Never allow the insert or flue to become glowing red.
Turn off the vent control should this happen. Regulation
of the vent control takes some experience, but after a
little while you will find a natural rhythm for the fire.
IMPORTANT! Always remember to open the air
vent control (preferably also the door) before new
wood logs are inserted into a hot burn chamber.
Let the flames get a good grip on the wood before
the air control setting is reduced.
When the draught in the chimney is low and
the vent is closed, the gas from the firewood
can be ignited with a bang. This can cause
damages to the product as well as the immediate
environment.

6. Maintenance

Cleaning and inspection

The insert should be inspected thoroughly and cleaned
at least once per season (possibly in combination with
the sweeping of the chimney and chimney pipes).
See also FIG 11 - FIG 12 - access to the chimney.
Ensure that all joints are tight and that the gaskets are
rightly positioned. Exchange any gaskets that are worn
or deformed.
Remember that the insert must always be cold when
inspected. The inspection shall be performed by the
Professional servicemen.
ATTENTION! In order to secure access to service
the air inlet regulator, make sure to place a suitable
service hatch or vent.

Ashes

The ashes should be removed with regular intervals.
Be aware that the ashes can contain hot ember even
several days after the fire is finished. Use a container of
non-combustible material to remove the ashes. It is
recommended to leave a layer of ashes in the bottom
as this further insulates the burn chamber. Take care
with the Thermotte plates when the ashes are remo-
ved, particularly when using an ash shovel, so as not to
damage them.
Thermotte™ plates
The thermotte plates (FIG 3) in the burn chamber
contribute to a high combustion temperature, which
leads to cleaner combustion of the wood and a higher
rate of efficiency. Any fissures in the plates will not
reduce their insulation efficiency.
If new plates are needed, contact your dealer.
In case it is necessary to take out the Thermotte™
plates, this is done in following order.
A. Smoke baffle plate
B. Back plate
C. Front bottom plate
D. Bottom plate
E. Right side plate
F. Left side plate
Please note: Wood logs that are too long can cause
additional strain and crack the plates, due to the tension
created between the side plates.
Please also note that the Thermotte plates may release
coloured dust when touched. Avoid touching any cast
iron parts with dust on your fingers. Any visible dust
on cast iron can be brushed off with the glove that is
included.
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