Totem CLASSIC Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
"CLASSIC" Range
www.totemfire.com
Contents
1
Foreword ............................................................................................................................................... 2
2
Operating instructions ............................................................................................................................ 2
2.1
Basic safety rules ........................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.1
General points ......................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.2
Fire hazard zone ..................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.3
In the event of fire propagation in the flue ................................................................................ 2
2.2
How does your Totem fireplace work? ............................................................................................ 2
2.2.1
Door ........................................................................................................................................ 3
2.3
Combustion adjustment elements................................................................................................... 3
2.3.1
Control lever for smoke damper trap ....................................................................................... 3
2.3.2
Combustion air ........................................................................................................................ 3
2.3.3
Reflectors ................................................................................................................................ 4
2.4
Using your appliance for the first time ............................................................................................. 4
2.5
How to operate the fire ................................................................................................................... 4
2.5.1
Lighting ................................................................................................................................... 4
2.5.2
Adding wood ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.5.3
Extinction ................................................................................................................................. 5
2.6
Initial checks in case of poor functioning ......................................................................................... 5
2.7
Maintenance guide ......................................................................................................................... 5
2.7.1
Cleaning the glass ................................................................................................................... 5
2.7.2
Cleaning the fireplace .............................................................................................................. 5
2.7.3
Maintenance and Chimney Sweeping ..................................................................................... 6
2.8
Maintenance record ........................................................................................................................ 6
3
Basic information about firewood ........................................................................................................... 7
3.1
General points ................................................................................................................................ 7
3.2
Drying of wood and its moisture content ......................................................................................... 8
3.3
Types of fuel which are forbidden ................................................................................................... 8
4
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.1
Statutory warranty .......................................................................................................................... 8
4.2
Contract guarantee ......................................................................................................................... 8
4.3
The following are not covered by the warranty................................................................................ 8
12/2017

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Summary of Contents for Totem CLASSIC

  • Page 1 General points ......................... 2 2.1.2 Fire hazard zone ........................2 2.1.3 In the event of fire propagation in the flue ................2 How does your Totem fireplace work? .................... 2 2.2.1 Door ............................3 Combustion adjustment elements....................3 2.3.1 Control lever for smoke damper trap ..................3 2.3.2...
  • Page 2: Foreword

    1 Foreword You have purchased a Totem fireplace, thank you for your custom. The fireplace is intended for burning logs, it cannot be used as an incinerator or for burning liquid fuel, coal or similar by-products. Follow the instructions in this manual to the letter and install the fireplace in line with good practice, any local regulations and notably DTU (French code of practice) 24.1, 24.2 and European...
  • Page 3: Door

    Door Foldaway door Your Totem fireplace is fitted with a foldaway door. This is used to make the appliance function on a daily basis. Open door operation requires some precautions which may vary depending on the characteristics of the installation. We recommend that you try to determine the most appropriate amount of wood and refill frequency to avoid backflow.
  • Page 4: Reflectors

    Reflectors The TOTEM FIRE company recommends that they are installed to improve efficiency. The reflectors fitted on your fireplace reduce the temperature of the smoke evacuated and increase that of the fire. In this way, they directly contribute to improving the performance of your equipment.
  • Page 5: Adding Wood

    2.5.2 Adding wood To open the door during operation, slightly raise the door, pausing before fully opening it to prevent any risk of down draught. Use protective gloves or the Totem safe handling tool to operate the Maximum Weight 50 cm logs Equivalence in kW fireplace’s door handle in order to protect you from burns.
  • Page 6: Maintenance And Chimney Sweeping

    Cleaning the cast iron grate Use a wire brush then rub with household oil to make it shine. s 2.7.3 Maintenance and Chimney Sweeping Maintenance The appliances must be checked at least once a year and repaired if necessary by a qualified professional.
  • Page 7: Basic Information About Firewood

    Basic information about firewood Totem fireplaces are high-performance appliances. Using good fuel is essential for optimal functioning of your fireplace. Wood is a renewable form of energy when it comes from sustainably managed forests. In France, forests represent 30% of the country’s area.
  • Page 8: Drying Of Wood And Its Moisture Content

    Coal, petrol, alcohol… Totem fireplaces are designed for domestic use. They should under no circumstances be used to incinerate waste of any kind. It is forbidden to use treated wood which may produce toxic fumes and clog up the installation.

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