FLUE DRAUGHT The chimney can be checked, before the stove is installed, with a smoke pellet. If the chimney doesn’t pull the smoke it may suggest the chimney needs attention (see the Flue Diagnosis Table, below). Measurements There is a flue draught testing point on the right hand upper side of the stove. (See fig. 3) This test is only a guide as an apparently poor flue may improve once the stove is installed, lit and the flue is warmed.
FLUE STABILISER A flue stabiliser can be fitted to reduce the draught through the stove if the flue draught is too high. The flue stabiliser should be: • Fitted in the same room as the stove • The same size as the flue pipe •...
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Position The overall dimensions of the stove are shown in Fig. 3. The table above indicates recommended distances between the stove and surrounding combustible materials. As a rule, any surrounding combustible material should not exceed 80 ºC. There should be sufficient space around the stove for service work. Hearth The construction of the hearth must conform to Building Regulations, must be firm, non-combustible and capable of supporting the stove.
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The flue pipe used to connect the stove to the chimney is 5'' (125mm) in diameter. The stove is supplied ready for top flue connection. For a rear flue connection, an optional ESSE rear flue box or an ESSE cast iron flue collar are available. The rear flue box attachment allows the stove to be installed further out of any building recess.
Important Installation Notes 1. The installation must allow for adequate chimney sweeping. 2. Avoid using bends greater than 45 ºC to the vertical. All flue pipe sections should be as close to vertical as possible. 3. All joints in the flue system must be effectively sealed. 4.
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Parts of the appliance, especially the external surfaces, will be hot to touch when in operation and due care will need to be taken Fig. 6 – Stove Controls Always use stove mitts when adjusting controls and opening or closing the door. Fig.
WOOD BURNING Lighting and Controlling the Stove Before lightning the fire for the first time ensure that the baffle, ash pan, side and back bricks and all the internal components are in position. Burning without either will result in the stove overheating and being damaged.
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Below 115ºC This is below the condensation point of wood gases and may cause the buildup of tar in the chimney, dirty the stove glass and result in the inefficient burning of fuel. Above 245ºC Too hot. Heat will be wasted up the chimney. Excess heat may damage the stove or ignite any existing accumulation of tar resulting in a chimney fire.
SOLID MINERAL FUEL BURNING Set the riddling grate to open (See Fig. 7). Lighting and Controlling the Fire Before lighting the fire for the first time ensure that the baffle, and the side and back bricks are in position. Burning without either will result in the stove castings overheating and being damaged. Open the air wash control and the primary air control fully.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Stove The stove should only be cleaned when it is cold. The exterior can be dusted with a firm brush. Do not use a cloth, as this will drag on the paint finish leaving lint on the surface. From time to time it may be necessary to renovate the exterior by repainting.
How to Proceed With a Complaint If you have cause for dissatisfaction with your stove, you should first contact your ESSE dealer, who will bring your concerns to our attention, We will assess the nature of the complaint and either send replacements parts for your dealer to fit, or nominate a regional engineer to inspect the appliance and carry out any remedial work that may be necessary.
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