Bronpi BRISTOL Supplementary Instructions Manual page 21

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON
The insert gives
Inappropriate use of the insert
off smoke
Smoke duct is cold
Smoke duct is obstructed
Smoke duct is oversized
Smoke duct is tight
The draw is not enough
Smoke duct with infiltrations
More than one equipment connected to the
duct
Air returns
Inappropriate use of the insert
Combustion range too low. Lack of draw
Excessive ash accumulation
The smoke duct does not protrude the top
of the roof
Combustion out of The door is not sealed properly or is open
control
Excessive draw
Refractory sealing plaster is damaged
Smoke duct is oversized
Strong winds
Green or wet wood with bad quality
Insufficient heat Green or wet wood with bad quality
Lack of primary air
Smoke duct with air infiltrations
Masonry exterior of the chimney is cold
Heat loss in the house
INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
SOLUTION
Open the primary air intake a few minutes and then open
the door
Pre-heat the insert
Check the duct and the connector to see if it is obstructed
or has excessive soot
Install an appropriate diameter
Install an appropriate diameter
Add length to the chimney
Seal connections between sections
Disconnect the rest of equipments and seal the entrances
Open completely the primary air intake one and, later, the
door during a few minutes
Use the insert with an appropriate range. Increase the
primary air intake
Empty the ash pan frequently
Add length to the chimney
Close the door or change the sealing cords
Check the installation or install a draft-diverter valve
Check the joints and use refractory putty
Install an appropriate diameter
Install an appropriate chimney cowl
Use dry wood. Air dried during at least 1 year
Use dry wood. Air dried during at least 2 years
Increase the primary air intake
Use an insulated system of chimney
Insulate thermally the chimney
Seal windows, openings, etc
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