Graphite GR910 Instruction Manual

Free-standing multi fuel non-boiler stove

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Instruction Manual
Graphite 10 Model GR910
Free-standing Multi Fuel Non-Boiler Stove
Published August 2014
Please note This appliance must, at all
times, be operated in accordance with
the instructions to minimise the amount
of smoke produced.
You will need to refer to the serial
number of your stove should you
ever need to make a claim under the
Graphite Warranty. You will find the
serial number, beginning with GR, on
the CE plate at the rear of the stove
as well as on the lid of the outer
packaging.
Write the date the stove was delivered
to you below as this is likely to differ
from the purchase date.
-
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www.hi-flame.com
Ref: GR910 / UK-NI-ROI / V4-05-07-14

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  • Page 1 CE plate at the rear of the stove as well as on the lid of the outer packaging. Write the date the stove was delivered to you below as this is likely to differ from the purchase date. www.hi-flame.com Ref: GR910 / UK-NI-ROI / V4-05-07-14...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Routine Maintenance diagrams used, which are used for guidance purposes only, may differ Annual Service slightly from your new Graphite stove. Service Record However, the principles illustrated here The Graphite Warranty remain the same.
  • Page 3: Standard Features

    firechamber. This ensures a much longer, cleaner burn from the Graphite 10 even in the latter stages of fire cycle 4 Airwash System Part of the secondary air control system...
  • Page 4: General Dimensions

    GENERAL DIMENSIONS All dimensions in millimetres...
  • Page 5: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA SMOKELESS FUEL –ANCIT Continuous use: GENERAL SPECIFICATION 11.7 kW Nominal Heat Output Model Name Graphite 10 Refuelling Interval 4.0 hrs GR910 Model Number 73.6% Efficiency (net) Overall Height 735 mm Mean CO Emission (at 13%) 0.24% 605 mm Overall Width 404ºC...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    PACKING LIST Thank-you for purchasing the As soon as you receive your new stove Graphite 10 stove. We are confi dent please check that you have a full set of that with its state-of-the-art components as set out in the list below.
  • Page 7: Installation Regulations

    INSTALLATION Northern Ireland Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2000 / Amendment REGULATIONS 2006 / Amendment No 2 2006 You must ensure that your stove is www.buildingcontrol-ni.com installed by a recognised competent Isle of Man Building Regulations person who is appropriately qualified in (2007) –...
  • Page 8: Important Safety Advice

    IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE • To ensure your safety make sure that your stove’s installation complies with • Ensure that an approved carbon all local building regulations’ ventilation monoxide detector (BS EN50291:2001) requirements. Low energy houses have is fitted in the same room as the stove. their own particular requirements and It should be powered by a battery these should be strictly adhered to.
  • Page 9: Assembling The Stove

    ASSEMBLING THE STOVE that it has not moved. This is a heavy metal plate which sits at an angle. The Your new Graphite stove is extremely base of this plate should sit securely on heavy. Always handle with care and...
  • Page 10: Flue Options

    FLUE OPTIONS The GR910 stove can be configured for a 150mm (6”) top or rear flue outlet. Under no circumstances should the flue pipe diameter be reduced from 150mm (6”) as this could be extremely dangerous. Remember a top flue outlet will always be the most efficient choice if it can be...
  • Page 11 The decorative lid blanking plate also made between the rear fitted flue supplied with your new Graphite stove pipe and rear heat shield / convection will be contained in the ash pan. This...
  • Page 12: Smoke Control Areas

    YOUR LEGAL OBLIGATIONS Further information on the requirements of the Clean Air Act can IF YOU LIVE IN A UK SMOKE be found at the following website: CONTROL AREA www.smokecontrol.defra.gov.uk. The Clean Air Act 1993 Your local authority is responsible for and Smoke Control Areas implementing the Clean Air Act 1993 Under the Clean Air Act local...
  • Page 13: Recommended Fuels

    fire. In addition, burning wet The following fuels are approved by wood creates other environmental Graphite Stoves for use in the GR910: problems, a less efficient fuel economy • Wood Logs Only ever use dried, fully and can eventually clog your flue seasoned chopped wood logs with a system and cowl.
  • Page 14: Prohibited Fuels

    PROHIBITED FUELS content used in their production which will also leave harmful residue inside the Never use your stove like an incinerator. stove and flue system. Burning prohibited ‘fuels’ is an offence For more information about wood fuel in a Smoke Control Area and could visit the DEFRA funded National Energy create nuisance smoke which is also an Foundation website Logpile at...
  • Page 15: Understanding Fuel Types

    UNDERSTANDING HOW IMPORTANT: FIRST FIRES DIFFERENT FUELS BURN Use smaller and shorter ‘gentle’ fires the first five or six times that you fire up Wood and solid fuels (multi fuels) burn the stove, making these progressively in different ways and you will need to bigger, as this will avoid any potential understand these differences if you thermal shock and allow the steel and...
  • Page 16: Burning Wood Logs

    BURNING WOOD LOGS A Kindling This is generally finely chopped wood, approximately 5 to As previously stated wood burns best 10mm thick (1/4” to 1/2”) from your on a bed of its own embers which also supply of logs. Alternatively use dried forms a barrier that reflects heat and twigs or small branches which have also protects the fire grate from being...
  • Page 17 2 The First Refuel Phase For best results: After 10 minutes Primary Air – close completely Secondary Air – fully open Door – closed Once the embers are starting to glow and the flames start to calm down the first refuelling can take place. For this stage use slightly larger pieces of wood than the lighting wood –...
  • Page 18 are the better the wood is burning. If the log surface is predominately black and / or the flames are a dull orange then there is still some time to go before the fire is operating at full temperature. Maximum height of wood fuel load Never leave the stove unattended after refuelling until the flames are well established on the new logs.
  • Page 19 Never overfill the firechamber and also to avoid overloading the firechamber. avoid over-sized pieces of wood which Operating in a Smoke Control Area will ‘slow’ the fire down at the start but To meet your legal obligations when then could lead to over-firing. operating this stove in a UK Smoke Before refuelling open the Primary and Control Area it must be operated...
  • Page 20: Burning Mineral Fuels

    BURNING MINERAL FUELS maintain the temperature inside the firechamber. At the beginning of the Do not use in a Smoke Control Area lighting stage the grate should always unless it is an Approved Smokeless Fuel be completely clear. (see www.smokecontrol.defra.gov.uk). Light your fire in the traditional way Mineral fuels require much more air with a small wood kindling fire and...
  • Page 21: Some Simple Tips

    SOME SIMPLE TIPS quickly established without ‘damping’ the fire. 1 When refuelling use small regular Re-adjust the air settings once all the loads as this will produce a more fuel is burning normally. efficient and cleaner burning performance. Remove the multi fuel ash by emptying the ash pan regularly –...
  • Page 22: Removing Ash

    REMOVING ASH limit the Primary air flow and cause excessive heat build-up which could Wood will produce a lot less ash than eventually warp or burn out the grate. multi fuels and it would not be Locate the operating tool in the slot at unrealistic to expect to empty the ash the front of the ash pan to make a pan every two or three days, depending...
  • Page 23: Installation Check-List

    INSTALLATION CHECK-LIST This information is intended to outline the general principles of installing your STOVE stove. However, as each installation will vary and must comply with local, national and European building regulations, which could be different HEARTH from country to country, it is unfortunately not possible for these guidelines to be comprehensive.
  • Page 24: Installation General Guidelines

    There are margin. no exceptions to this rule. The Hearth The hearth should be The GR910 has been officially rated made of solid non-combustible at 11.7kW output when burning material, set on a firm and level base smokeless coal (Ancit) and therefore and should be at least 125mm (5”)
  • Page 25 Flue Draught The minimum flue be used. draught requirement for the GR910 is 6.2g/s (wood) and 7.6g/s Please note that some materials, such (smokeless fuels). as marble, may not be suitable when used as a single sheet and will need to...
  • Page 26 (or safely) when your new The Graphite 10 features optional top stove is installed. The best way to or rear 150mm (6”) diameter flue ensure that you have a fully functioning outlets.
  • Page 27 smoke, fumes and potentially inspection and smoke test. Any solid dangerous ‘invisible’ carbon monoxide fuel flexible liner which is specified into other parts of the building. should be double skinned stainless steel, either 904L or 316Ti grade and be • Condensation or creosote ‘tar’, often CE marked and / or Hetas Approved.
  • Page 28: Commissioning

    9 Complete the relevant parts of the been advised by the Fire Brigade that Graphite Warranty Card with your it is safe. Hetas / INFO or competent persons Do not re-light the stove until the flue...
  • Page 29 To discourage the potential for such industry and will invalidate your soot and creosote build-ups, long Graphite Warranty. Check the stove and periods of consistent slow or overnight the flue system for signs of damage burning should be avoided or that these before you re-use the stove.
  • Page 30 flue system advice of your approved installer, or and to counteract the much lower authorised Graphite dealer. temperatures at the exit point of the There are a number of factors, either chimney. Please see the section on alone or combined, which could cause lighting your stove on page 16.
  • Page 31 STOVE NOT PROVIDING of the air controls so that the fire burns ENOUGH HEAT with very strong bright yellow flames and with very little difference when This problem is also usually indicated the air controls are operated. In such by dull orange lifeless flames and wood circumstances an adjustable draught that remains black when burning stabiliser in the flue pipe may need to...
  • Page 32 • Causes: Air Controls Ensure that controls make to the performance of the stove and the best way to burn your you fully understand how the Airwash type of fuel. See pages 13 – 19 system works and that you have determined, through some trial and •...
  • Page 33: Routine Checks

    Order genuine replacement components from your authorised Graphite dealer (or in case of difficulty your National Distributor) – see back cover.
  • Page 34: Routine Maintenance

    fit so co.uk or www.chimneyworks.co.uk. you may have to gently lever these from • Chimney Cleaning The Graphite 10 the top. can be swept through the stove by • Cleaning the Glass Using damp or simply removing the baffle...
  • Page 35 Your new If this is damaged or worn replace it Graphite stove is supplied with a spare completely. Loose ribbon can be held in rope seal for the door. To replace,...
  • Page 36: Annual Service

    In the interests of safety it is important if necessary. Ensure that the new rope that your Graphite stove is serviced on joint is also in the middle at the base an annual basis in accordance with the of the rope seal channel.
  • Page 37: Service Record

    Date FIRST SERVICE Work carried out: Next Service Due Signed Print Dealer’s Stamp or HETAS Registration Number Date SECOND SERVICE Work carried out: Next Service Due Signed Print Dealer’s Stamp or HETAS Registration Number Date THIRD SERVICE Work carried out: Next Service Due Signed Print...
  • Page 38: The Graphite Warranty

    1 year for components standards. It is not the responsibility of (parts and labour), excluding Graphite to ensure that the appliance is consumable parts and 5 years for the installed and operating correctly at the bodywork casing and door (parts and time of the installation.
  • Page 39: Installation Notes

    INSTALLATION NOTES You may need to refer to these at some time in the future INSTALLER’S NAME / CONTACT DETAILS date of installation CHIMNEY SWEEP / CONTACT DETAILS and date(s) chimney swept NOTES eg flue liner details etc...
  • Page 40: Spares Service

    All rights reserved. Booklet contents may not be copied in Cheshire CW4 8AF whole or in part without the prior written permission of the copyright holder. Hi-Flame and Graphite are the www.hi-flame.com original trading names of Hi-Flame Fireplace (UK) Limited...
  • Page 41 WARNING NOTE Properly installed, operated and maintained this stove will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occasional fumes from removing ash and refuelling may occur. However, persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must not be tolerated. If fume emission does persist, then the following immediate action should be taken: •...

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