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  • Page 1 The Eco Series Short Penguin Hungry Penguin Fat Penguin High and Mighty Chubby 5 Woody (Cat) Woody (Multi fuel) www.chillipenguin.co.uk...

  • Page 2: Your Stove Should Arrive With

    Your stove should arrive with... • A pair of heat resistant gloves • A tool for operating the stove and removing the ash pan • This instruction manual • An ash pan • A stove collar • A fuel retainer bar • An aerosol of spray paint - coloured stoves only • A warm fuzzy feeling indicating that you are now part of the penguin family www.chillipenguin.co.uk...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your stove should arrive with Contents Section 1 Section 4 P. 01 P. 33 Instructions for use Introduction Eco series summary Diagram of the Outside of the Stove (with and without oven) Simple guide to your first fire Read before first fire Diagram of the Inside of the Stove (Multi Fuel Version) The Charter of the Penguin Diagram of the Inside of the Stove Section 2 P. 06 (Cat. Version) Warnings and Pre-lighting Checks The plans & technical details Simple Guide to your First Fire Short Penguin Eco Principles of Combustion Hungry Penguin Eco...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Chilli Penguin Stove. You have purchased a high quality eco design stove that has been built to last. It has been designed and manufactured in the UK with a cleanburn system to ensure a clean and efficient performance. We put a lot of time and energy into developing and improving our stoves to enable them to run as efficiently as possible and be simple to use. Please spend a few minutes familiarising yourself with this manual, so you can get the best possible performance out your stove. We love to hear how the penguins get on in their new homes, if you have any comments or questions, please get in touch or share a picture on social media. If you have a quiet moment and want to make a penguin very happy, our penguins love good reviews - Google, Facebook and Whatstove are a few of the most used platforms for reviews. www.facebook.com/chillipenguin www.whatstove.co.uk www.chillipenguin.co.uk Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin Page 01 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...

  • Page 5: Eco Series Summary A)

    Eco series summary This manual is for the following eco design stoves. Multi Fuel This is a non catalytic converter version and is suitable for both dry wood and smokeless fuel. The low emissions and high efficiencies are achieved by carefully designed flue and combustion air passageways. The advantage of this version is that it offers the option of using either dry wood or smokeless fuel. SHORT PENGUIN ECO SERIES (ESP) Model Short Penguin Short Penguin Chubby 5 Output HUNGRY PENGUIN ECO SERIES (EHP) Model Hungry Penguin Fat Penguin High and Mighty Output WOODY ECO SERIES (EW) Model Woody (Multi fuel) Output Cat (Wood only) A catalytic converters (Cat) is a honeycomb structure that has a special coating that chemically converts harmful gases and superheats to burn off smoke particles. It...

  • Page 6: Simple Guide To Your First Fire

    Simple guide to your first fire We recommend the goldilocks and the three bears method; small fire, medium fire, hot fire. read this manual and all warnings carefully The A, B & C of lighting your 1st stove fire are: A = air control B = burn dry wood C = cure paint carefully prepare a small kindling fire • scrunch up newspaper or use a firelighter, place kindling over the top, light the fire, close the stove door • open all air controls • ventilate room • maintain this SMALL FIRE for 15 minutes • this warms up the stove components gently to prevent the paint from being “shocked” medium fire • add a few split logs • maintain medium fire for one hour • close air boost disc and primary air (left hand knob) when burning well...
  • Page 7 Important - read before first fire To Set / Cure the Paint The painted surface must be cured or set properly during your first fire. We use a high temperature stove paint on all of our stoves. It is extremely important that the paint is cured properly the first time that you light the stove. This is done to ensure the paint finish will be able to withstand the high temperatures needed. Curing is done by following the three step process on the facing page. If this process is not completed properly you may experience issues with the paint. Be aware that curing will cause a very slight colour change, the hotter areas will change colour the soonest, pay extra attention to the curing of lighter colours. We want your penguin to be perfect, so give it the attention it deserves! Once this initial process has been completed, the paint will be properly cured and you can operate your stove normally according to the instructions provided in this manual.

  • Page 8: The Charter Of The Penguin

    The charter of the penguin guarantee that your stove is good quality and well made guarantee that your stove will give you years of warm and efficient heating know this because we design and make them ourselves here in Wales We are convinced that stoves make the autumn fabulous and the winter sublime hope that your stove will make the bad days bearable and the good days great think that human beings with stoves are happier than those without believe that your life has just got better Page 05 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 9 Section 2 The plans & technical details Page 06-10...
  • Page 10 2.a The Plans & Tech Details The Short Penguin Eco (Pengwin Bach Eco) The Plans 380mm 126mm 710mm 537mm Top flue (standard) 534mm 355mm 408mm 126mm 87.5mm 355mm 105mm 432mm Rear flue (extra parts required) Page 07 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 11 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD SMOKELESS FUEL MULTI-FUEL 4.8kW 4.9kW Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % 80.6% 80.4%...
  • Page 12 2.b The Plans & Tech Details The Hungry Penguin Eco (Pengwin Llwglyd Eco) The Plans 380mm 127mm 683mm 365mm 127mm 571mm Page 09 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 13 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD SMOKELESS FUEL MULTI-FUEL 4.7kW 4.8kW Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % 81.2% CO content @13% O...
  • Page 14 2.c The Plans & Tech Details The Fat Penguin Eco (Pengwin Tew Eco) The Plans 460mm 127mm 683mm 365mm 127mm 571mm Page 11 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 15 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD SMOKELESS FUEL MULTI-FUEL 4.7kW 4.8kW Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % 81.2% CO content @13% O...
  • Page 16 2.d The Plans & Tech Details The High and Mighty Eco (Pengwin Bonheddig Eco) The Plans 460mm 127mm 908mm 365mm 127mm 796mm Page 13 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 17 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD SMOKELESS FUEL MULTI-FUEL 4.7kW 4.8kW Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % 81.2% CO content @13% O...
  • Page 18 2.e The Plans & Tech Details The Chubby 5 Eco (Pengwin Llond Eu Crwyn 5 Eco) The Plans 460mm 127mm 689mm Top flue (standard) 355mm 408mm 110mm 88mm 355mm 105mm Rear flue (extra parts required) Page 15 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 19 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD SMOKELESS FUEL MULTI-FUEL 4.8kW 4.9kW Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % 80.6% 80.4%...
  • Page 20 2.f The Plans & Tech Details Woody Eco (Cat) (Woody Eco (Cat)) The Plans 565mm 470mm 293mm 127mm 120mm 88mm 584mm 293mm 127mm 780mm 490mm Page 17 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 21 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD ONLY Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % (wood) CO content @13% O (wood) 0.06%...
  • Page 22 2.g The Plans & Tech Details Woody Eco (Multi fuel) (Woody Eco (Aml Danwydd)) The Plans 565mm 470mm 293mm 127mm 120mm 88mm 584mm 293mm 127mm 780mm 490mm Page 19 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...
  • Page 23 Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin The Tech Details WOOD SMOKELESS FUEL MULTI-FUEL 4.8kW Nominal Output Total Energy Efficiency % CO content @13% O 0.09% 0.04%...

  • Page 24: Installation Instructions

    Section 3 Installation instructions Page 21-32 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...

  • Page 25: Warning

    3. Installation Instructions 3.a Warning All local and national regulations must be observed when installing the appliance. If installed incorrectly serious accidents can be caused. Building Regulation Document J must be referred to when installing this appliance. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure the manufacturer’s instructions are complied with. A HETAS qualified installation engineer should carry out the installation and issue a compliance certificate. In addition, they should complete the commissioning checklist at the back of this manual. If a HETAS installer is not installing your stove your local Building Control department needs to inspect the installation and register the work carried out. 3.b Health and Safety Precautions Special care should be taken when installing a stove so that the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act are met, with particular attention to the following. Lifting and handling: adequate facilities must be available for loading, unloading and handling Fire cement: some types of fire cement are caustic and should not come into contact with the skin. In case of contact, wash immediately with plenty of water Asbestos: our stoves do not contain asbestos. If there is any possibility of disturbing asbestos in the course of installation, please seek specialist guidance and use appropriate protective equipment Metal parts: when installing/servicing this stove take care to avoid the possibility of personal injury A safe penguin is a happy penguin Page 22 of 60...
  • Page 26 3.c Smoke Control Areas and Exemption of Appliances Chilli Penguin Eco design stoves are classed as exempt stoves which means you can use them in smoke control areas. If you live in a smoke control area (introduced by The Clean Air Act, 1993, see below) you are permitted to burn approved smokeless fuel only, this does not include wood. However if you use an Exempt multi fuel stove then you can burn both seasoned wood and approved smokeless fuels. NEVER BURN HOUSE COAL in a closed appliance like a stove. The appliances are not exempted when burning wood briquettes or paper bricks or unauthorised fuels. The general principle to be observed in an Exempt chilli penguin stove is that the air controls cannot be completely closed, allowing a permanent air supply to the fire chamber. This means that fuel burns more efficiently, thereby emitting less harmful emissions into the atmosphere. This adaptation is factory fitted in the eco series. These Chilli Penguin eco design stoves are fitted with a mechanical stop to prevent closure of the secondary air controls beyond 35mm (CAT) and 36mm open (MF).
  • Page 27 3.d Hearth A hearth is made up of 2 layers: a constructional hearth (base concrete layer) and a superimposed hearth (top decorative layer). In some circumstances a superimposed hearth is acceptable on its own. All of our stoves require a constructional hearth unless the stoves are either on a plinth or have a base heat shield fitted. All models without Constructional total depth (incl. superimposed) 125mm base heat shield or plinth All models on plinth Superimposed 12mm (minimum) All models with base heat shield Superimposed 12mm (minimum) In front of the stove 225mm (minimum) Both sides of the stove 150mm (minimum) All freestanding stoves require a superimposed hearth of at least 850x850mm square (in addition to any constructional hearth requirements) NB. Do not place any soft furnishings within 1150mm of the stove 150mm 150mm 225mm Minimum distance from stove to edge of superimposed hearth 3.e Floors Make sure the floor can take the weight of the stove, the flue, the hearth and any decorative surround. Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin Page 24 of 60...
  • Page 28 3.f Combustible Walls Diagrams illustrating the minimum distances to combustible walls i.e wood/plasterboard Rear Side MINIMUM DISTANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE WALLS Model Rear Both Sides Above Short Penguin 350mm 500mm 450mm Short Penguin 200mm 500mm 450mm with insulated pipe Hungry Penguin 250mm 550mm 450mm Hungry Penguin 200mm 550mm 450mm with insulated pipe Fat Penguin 250mm 250mm 450mm Fat Penguin 200mm 250mm 450mm with insulated pipe High and Mighty 250mm 250mm 450mm...

  • Page 29: F) Clearance To Non Combustible Walls F) G) H)

    3.g Clearance to Non Combustible Walls Diagram illustrating the minimum distances to combustible surfaces i.e stone/brick 50mm 50mm 100mm 100mm MINIMUM DISTANCES TO NON COMBUSTIBLE WALLS Model Rear Sides Above All Models 50mm 100mm 150mm Rear wall thickness needs to be at least 200mm thick. These are minimum distances. NB. Flue pipe safe distances can be greater than the appliance, depending on type 3.h Base Heat Shield The temperature at the base of a stove will affect the type of hearth required, see “hearth requirements”. If a constructional hearth is required but is not possible, then a base heat shield can be fitted underneath the stove. This reduces the hearth temperatures and allow, the stoves to be installed onto a superimposed (12mm) hearth. Record on the stove installation page whether a base heat shield has been fitted. To fit: Slide in at the base of the stove prior to installation. It needs to slide in from the rear. The edge with the cut-out should slide in first, resting at the front of the stove. The folded legs of the heat shield will sit on the tabs for the leveling screws, (these are small square tabs with a hole in the centre). Page 26 of 60...

  • Page 30: Co Alarms

    3.i CO Alarms Building regulations require that when ever a new or replacement fixed solid fuel or wood/ biomass appliance is installed in a dwelling a carbon monoxide alarm must be fitted in the same room as the appliance. Further guidance on the installation of the carbon monoxide alarm is available in BS EN 50292:2002 and from the alarm manufacturer’s instructions. Provision of an alarm must not be considered a substitute for either installing the appliance correctly or ensuring regular servicing and maintenance of the appliance and chimney system. 3.j Flue Dampers We recommend that dampers are not used with our stoves. 3.k Heat Shielding FREE STANDING STOVES, 5kW It is possible to reduce the distances to combustibles with an appropriate heat shield, (British Standard 8303). We manufacture several sizes of wall mounted heat shield made from 1.5 mm steel which maintains a 40 mm air gap. (This is greater that the minimum distance required by BS8303). They have an open top and bottom to allow for a flow of cool air between the heat shield and combustible material. Be aware that you are heat shielding both the stove and flue collar. Distances to combustibles, square into corner & flat wall installation 5kW The distances to combustibles can be reduced to a minimum of 95 mm from the rear of the stove to the front of the heat shield, when installed square into a corner. This applies to free standing installations on a flat wall as well, (see diagram on facing page).
  • Page 31 SQUARE Number Key INTO CORNER Combustible wooden stud wall Fixing Sheet metal shield Stove Letter Key Air gap behind shield min. 25mm Distance to closest point of appliance min. 95mm Distance from connecting flue pipe to metal shield: 1.5 x diameter of the flue pipe Distance from start of chimney to ceiling min.

  • Page 32: Ventilation

    3.l Ventilation It is essential that the fire has adequate air supply for combustion and ventilation. Apertures provided for this purpose shall not be restricted. For stoves of 5kW and under like the Woody a permanently open air vent may sometimes be required. In new build houses air vents are required for all sizes of stoves, this can apply to new extensions as well. This will depend on the air leakage (air permeability) of your property. Your HETAS installer should be able to guide you on your particular property. Permanent ventilation must be fitted in accordance with the guidelines given in Approved Document J of The Building Regulations. If a stove is to be fitted in a room with an appliance such as an extractor fan, tumble drier or ceiling fan, it will affect the draw of the flue system and could lead to fumes entering the room. Additional room ventilation may be required, a flue draught test under worst case scenario must be carried out by a qualified installer. In the case of an extractor fan, often the simplest solution is to convert it to carbon filter extractor. Air vents should be positioned so that they are not liable to blockage. 3.m Plinth Clamp If you order a plinth it will come with a plinth clamp. This consists of two flat bars. In addition the Woody plinth clamp has 4 bolts. It is designed to clamp the stove and the plinth together securely. Position of Plinth clamps Stove Stove levelling bolt (For Woody swap for longer bolts supplied) Plinth Plinth Clamp To fit: Place the bars inside the plinth, one on the left side and one on the right, running front to back. Replace the levelling bolts with the longer ones, supplied supplied. Page 29 of 60 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...

  • Page 33: N) Rear Fluing

    3.n Rear Fluing The usual route for a flue is out of the collar on top of the stove. However the way some chimneys and fireplaces are set up, fluing out of the rear can be a better option. The Short, Chubby 5 and both the Woody models would need a rear adaptor, either vertical or horizontal. The other models; the Hungry Penguin, Fat Penguin, High and Mighty do not need the chilli rear adaptors, they have a removable blanking plate suitable for a rear swept bend with soot trap or 90° “T” and cop. 3.o Rear Adaptor (Vertical or Horizontal) The rear vertical adaptor (RVA) allows you to flue out of the rear of the stove, the flue pipe then goes vertically up the chimney (diagram 1). There are some circumstances where you may want to flue horizontally from the rear of the stove (diagram 2). There is a very limited distance that you can rear flue horizontally (RHA), for safety reasons, regulated by building regulations. Your installer will be able to advise. Rear Vertical Adaptor (RVA) Diagram 1 Diagram 2 To fit: Remove both rear heat shields and blanking plate (10mm &13mm spanners required), bolt the rear vertical adaptor to the area where the blanking plate was removed from, with the blanking plate bolts. Replace the rear heat shield, having removed the cut out with tin snips. Place the circular blanking plate onto the top flue hole. Rear HorizontalAdaptor (RHA) Page 30 of 60...

  • Page 34: P) Direct Air Kit

    3.p Direct Air Kit (non-room sealed only) All of our models have the option of a factory fitted direct air kit. There are a large number of criterias that need to be assessed prior to fitting and commissioning. Please refer to the HETAS Guidelines and Commissions Procedure (HETAS TN-0020). Dimension A Short Penguin 50mm Hungry Penguin 50mm Fat Penguin 50mm High and Mighty 270mm Chubby 5 195mm The Woody (Cat) 70mm The Woody (Multi fuel) 70mm Flexipipe ext.dia 72mm 750mm 270mm Direct Air Inlet dia 62mm, Spigot can be turned 90° to face...

  • Page 35: R) Chimney And Access For Sweeping C)

    3.r Chimney and Access for Sweeping Chimney / Flueway Must comply with all current building regulations (British Standards BS EN 15287-1:2007 design, installation and commissioning of chimneys). We recommend that all masonry chimneys are lined. Minimum Flue Height 4.5 metres Flue Diameter Lined with 150mm diameter class 1 liner where possible, where not, 125mm flue is permitted, due to pre fitted smoke control adaptation A flue way must not be shared with other appliances A flue way must be gas tight and free of tar deposits. The chimney must be swept and examined for soundness and suitability before the stove is installed. Remedial action should be taken if required, seeking expert advice if necessary. Where the chimney is believed to have previously served an open fire installation it is possible that the higher flue gas temperature from a closed appliance may loosen deposits that were previously firmly adhered, with the consequent risk of flue blockage. It is therefore recommended that the chimney be swept a second time within a month of regular use after installation. New chimney: A new chimney of factory made insulated flue system must comply with Building Regulations. Consult a chimney specialist for advice on suitable flue systems for solid fuel. Sweeping The chimney must be swept and examined for soundness and suitability before the stove is installed (see note above*) Provision must be made for sweeping access and for the removal of soot and debris. Sweeping access Woody Eco (Cat) Remove throat plate brick and sweep through stove.

  • Page 36: Instructions For Use

    Section 4 Instructions for use Page 33-45 www.chillipenguin.co.uk...

  • Page 37: Diagram Of The Outside Of The Stove

    4. Instructions for use 4.a Diagram of the Outside of the Stove (with and without oven) Stove Components Flue collar Oven door Hinge pin Fire door Fire door Handle Boost disc Fuel retaining bar Primary Secondary control knob control knob Stove levelling bolts x 4 Grate: the cast iron grill that sits on the base of the fire chamber (not shown in diagram). Fuel retaining bar: this bar prevents logs falling against the glass and reduces ash fallout. Stove levelling bolts: bolts on each leg used to level the stove during installation. Primary air control knob: stainless steel knob on the LH side of the stove as you face it. It controls the flow of air underneath the fire.
  • Page 38 4.b Diagram of the Inside of the Stove - Multi Fuel Version Short Penguin Eco / Hungry Penguin Eco / Fat Penguin Eco High and Mighty Eco / Chubby 5 Eco / Woody Eco (Multi fuel) Internal Stove Components Throat plate 14mm Rope seal Side brick Fuel retaining bar...
  • Page 39 4.c Diagram of the Inside of the Stove - Cat. Version Woody Eco (Cat) Internal Stove Components Catalytic converters Throat plate brick 14mm Rope seal Side brick Fuel retaining bar Rear fire bricks Ash pan Glass retaining screws and channel Catalytic converter cassette: This forms the “roof” of the fire box. The throat plate brick and catalytic converters are assembled in a steel “cassette”. The throat plate brick can be removed without disturbing the casette. Tertiary air jets: additional pre-heated combustion air is introduced into the fire box. Side brick: vermiculite brick at each side of the stove. Rear fire bricks (4): vermiculite bricks at the rear. Ash pan: rectangular metal drawer used for the collection of ash. Glass retaining screws and channels: screws and channels to hold the door glass in situ.

  • Page 40: Warnings And Pre-Lighting Checks

    4.d Warnings and Pre-lighting Checks Chilli penguin stoves will not be responsible for any damage caused to the stove due to either the incorrect installation of the stove or the incorrect use of the stove, including the use of the wrong fuels. We strongly recommend the use of a qualified and experienced installer.

  • Page 41: Simple Guide To Your First Fire

    WRONG FUEL Only burn dry, seasoned wood in the Woody Cat. In the Multi Fuel stoves, dry, seasoned wood or smokeless fuel can be used. DO NOT treat your stove as an incinerator for gereral rubbish. DO NOT use any liquid fuels. CHIMNEY FIRE In the event of a chimney fire, close all stove doors and air vents. Evacuate the house and phone the fire service. PRE-LIGHTING CHECKS • Check that the door closes correctly and the rope seals and glass are intact • Check that the throat plate brick is positioned correctly • Check that all labels and packaging have been removed (including from the flue system) • Check that any access points in the flue are closed off e.g. sweeping access 4.e Simple Guide to your First Fire We recommend the goldilocks and the three bears method; small fire, medium fire, hot fire. read this manual and all warnings carefully The A, B & C of lighting your 1st stove fire are: A = air control B = burn dry wood C = cure paint carefully prepare a small kindling fire • scrunch up newspaper or firelighters, place kindling over the top, light the fire, close the stove door • open all air controls • ventilate room...

  • Page 42: Principles Of Combustion

    4.f Principles of Combustion All fuels need the presence of oxygen to burn. The more oxygen a fire gets the hotter and faster it will burn. When, where and how air is introduced into a firebox of a stove will greatly influence the heat output, burning rate, fuel efficiency and impact on the environment. Different fuels burn in different ways and it is important to know the basics in order to operate your stove with confidence. WOOD Wood needs to be seasoned (cut and stored for at least one year after cutting) or kiln dried prior to burning in the stove with a moisture content of less that 25%. As a fuel it gives a good flame and a reasonably high heat output, the burn rate is high and will vary considerably depending on size and species. Wood requires combustion air to be directed down onto it to burn most efficiently. The secondary combustion air supply on your stove provides the air necessary for burning off the volatile gases Tips for identifying dry wood 1) Visible cracks at the end of the log 2) Bang two logs together, they will sound hollow 3) Wood moisture content measuring devices are available There are 3 stages in the burning of wood stage 1 Drying out. When a piece of wood enters the firebox it will stay below the boiling point of water (100°C) until all the moisture has been driven out. Between 150 – 200°C wood begins to give off volatile gases, some of these will burn while others will mix with the carbon dioxide and water vapour and be carried out the chimney as smoke. stage 2 In the second stage of combustion temperatures must reach 600°C for the gases to start burning off. This will only occur with the right amount of air and heat leading to higher efficiencies. These gases burn as a yellow flame above the wood.
  • Page 43 If you are looking for a local wood supplier www.woodsure.co.uk has a list of certified fuel suppliers. It is important to burn wood in complete loads, this will ensure all the wood in the load is at the same stage of combustion as much as possible. By doing this the firebox temperature will stay in the gas burning stage for longer making the stove more efficient and cleaner burning. We do not advise you to try and keep a wood fire in overnight. When the air controls are put on a low setting, logs can smoulder and burn inefficiently, releasing harmful emissions into the atmosphere. If you have the multi fuel version it is advised not to burn wood and solid fuels simultaneously, it can effect both your glass and flue. SOLID FUELS (Cannot be used in The Woody (Cat)) Those which are suitable for your stove include: • Natural smokeless fuel - anthracite • Manufactured smokeless fuels for closed appliances. The fuel must state “suitable for closed appliances” and “suitable for heating appliances”. It should have a low petroleum content. A fuel with a high petroleum or sulphur content can damage both the stove glass and flue liner Your local approved coal merchant will be able to source a suitable product for you. The Solid Fuel Association will also advise on fuels, www.solidfuel.co.uk, however if your property is located in a smoke control area you should only burn authorised fuels. A list can be found at www.smokecontrol.defra.gov.uk/fuels.php. If in any doubt contact your Chilli Penguin stockist. These fuels burn most effectively when air is introduced beneath the fuel bed. Depending on the type of fuel used, they will gas off different amounts during the first stage of combustion. Secondary combustion air assists in the burning of these gases before they escape up the chimney. When you are left with glowing coals the secondary air requirement reduces.

  • Page 44: Making A Fire - Wood

    4.g Instructions for use with wood Making a fire - wood We recommend placing scrunched up paper or firelighters in the centre of the grate. Arrange kindling in a tepee shape around it. Light the paper or firelighter. Once the kindling is burning gradually increase the size of log until the fire is established. Only burn seasoned wood. Damp, impregnated or painted wood will damage the catalytic converter and tar up your flue. Damp wood will also give reduced heat to room and cause more emissions. THE AIR CONTROLS To start Pull both controls out to the open position and swing the boost disc up (the RH knob...
  • Page 45 REFUELLING Wood will burn most efficiently when burnt in complete loads – let the fire burn down to a bed of glowing embers before refuelling the fire box with new logs. Open both controls fully again to get the new fuel burning – once alight re-adjust contols to the desired position. WARNINGS Refuelling on to a low fire bed (not much fuel glowing) If there is insufficient burning material in the fire bed to light a new load of fuel, excessive smoke emission can occur. Refuelling must be carried out onto a sufficient quantity of glowing embers so that the new fuel load will ignite in a reasonable period. If there are too few embers in the fire bed, add kindling and follow previous steps i.e. open controls and disc etc. Warning - loading fuel without opening controls can lead to a sudden ignition and potential damage to your stove and flue system. Fuel overloading The maximum amount of fuel specified in this manual should not be exceeded, overloading can cause excess smoke.
  • Page 46 4.h Instructions for use with Authorised smokeless fuels MAKING A FIRE Solid fuels can be more difficult to light in a cold stove – especially when damp. We recommend placing scrunched up paper or firelighters in the centre of the grate. Arrange kindling in a tepee shape around it. Then arrange the smokeless fuel on and around the tepee shape. Light the paper or firelighter. Leave this to start glowing before adding more fuel. It is easy to smother the fire by adding too much fuel too soon. USING THE AIR CONTROLS TO START When you first light the fire, close the glass door and pull both controls out fully. Also open the air boost disc (the RH knob will always protrude approx 10mm more than the LH knob in the fully open position). ONCE ESTABLISHED Close the boost disc. When you are burning anthracite or manufactured smokeless fuel you need to close the RH (secondary) knob nearly all the way once the volatiles have burnt off leaving the glowing coals. Leaving it a little open will prevent the glass blackening. The rate of burn is now controlled using the LH (primary) knob. (1.4kg /3 lb of smokeless fuel will last about 2 hours when the stove output is 5 kW). Air Boost Disc (closed) Primary control knob Secondary control knob (left hand knob) (right hand knob) Main control for solid fuel Main control for wood...
  • Page 47 REFUELLING Before refuelling open primary knob (LH) fully for a few minutes before adding new fuel – do not put too much on at once as you may smother the fire. WARNINGS Refuelling on to a low fire bed (not much fuel glowing) If there is insufficient burning material in the fire bed to light a new load of fuel, excessive smoke emission can occur. Refuelling must be carried out on to a sufficient quantity of glowing embers and ash so that the new fuel load will ignite in a reasonable period. If there are too few embers in the fire bed, add suitable kindling and follow previous steps. Warning - loading fuel without opening controls can lead to a sudden ignition and potential damage to your stove and flue system. Fuel overloading The maximum amount of fuel specified in this manual should not be exceeded, overloading can cause excess smoke.

  • Page 48: Cooking On A Penguin

    4.i Cooking on a Penguin ALL MODELS: The top surface of all of our stoves (the top plate) is hot and can be used to boil a kettle or warm up a small saucepan. You will require a flat bottomed kettle or pans. If you plan to use it regularly you will want items with a heavy bottom. COOKER MODELS: All our cooker models have an oven box above the stove. Do not place cookware directly on to the oven bottom. If cookware is placed on the oven bottom the lower layer of food will burn. If you plan to cook on it regularly consider rear fluing the stove. There is a small rectangular cut out at the rear of the oven box, this is a vent for cooking smells. The oven temperatures are completely dependent on the fire below, the fuel used and how it is maintained. Cooking over fire is one of the oldest methods of cooking but one of the least familiar to most people. When you begin using it, it will involve trial and error. Once the fire has been established for 20-30 minutes you can acheive temperatures between 140-280°C. 140-180°C is the average for a nicely established, medium fire, with fuel glowing. Longer, slower cooking is easier to achieve. Always begin with a familiar well-tried recipe and compare the results with what you would normally expect from your usual cooker, then adjust accordingly. You can purchase an oven thermometer to monitor the oven temperature. You can also purchase a stove pipe thermometer. Be aware that a stove pipe thermometer will not give you the oven box temperature but the flue temp. However, what it will do is indicate how steady the temperature is and any rises and fall in it. The fire should always be well established before you begin so you can be more sure of getting a steady temperature. The usual precautions apply when applying heat to any food item. Ensure that food is throughly and safely cooked. Always check the centre of the food, use visual checks. Use a meat thermometer if you are unsure. If in doubt do not consume. CARE OF THE OVEN BOX: The oven box is a steel chamber with an oven door. It may arrive with a thin spray coat of paint over the internal surface. This is just to preserve the steel surface in storage and transit. The heat of the fire will burn off waste food that falls...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

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  • Page 50: Routine Checks And Cleaning

    5. Maintenance 5.a Routine Checks and Cleaning AS REQUIRED Stove surface should be cleaned with a soft brush or lint free cloth when cold, some people use a vacuum cleaner attachment. Ash pan should be emptied daily when using smokeless fuel, if this is done while the stove is still warm, use glove and tool provided. Ensure hot ashes are disposed of safely. Glass cleaning should be done when cold. There are proprietary stove glass cleaners available, however a paste made from wood ash and water is very effective (or dip a damp cloth/kitchen roll into the wood ash). For stubborn carbon deposit fine grade wire wool can be used. MONTHLY Throat plate brick (Cat. version) - must be removed monthly for cleaning, ensure it is refitted correctly – failure to do this could result in a partial blockage of the flue. Throat plate (multi fuel version) - must be removed monthly for cleaning, ensure it is refitted correctly – failure to do this could result in a partial blockage of the flue. Catalytic converters - remove throat plate brick, brush soot off the top of the converters and hoover from the underside. Catalytic converters have a lifespan, once they have stopped glowing on a high flame they will need replacing.

  • Page 51: Painting Your Stove Or Stove Pipe

    5.b Painting your Stove or Stove Pipe If you are painting your vitreous flue to match the stove colour or touching up an area of your stove there are 3 steps (do not use an aerosol spray when the stove is lit). 1. Preparing the surface 2. Applying the paint 3. Curing or setting the paint The most critical step is surface preparation. The paint will adhere to the surface coat, if there is rust, it will fail. If the stove/flue has a coating that is peeling, blistering or chalking in any way, the topcoat will release in the same way. If there is oil/grease/ contaminant the paint will not adhere. 1. Preparing the surface • Remove all rust by sandblasting, sanding or grinding. IF YOU APPLY ON TOP OF RUST the paint will adhere to the rust and fail . A new stove /flue should arrive rust free, this will only be relevant if you are renovating an old stove • Remove oil, grease, contaminants. New flue can arrive with a chemical on the surface used during the manufacturing process. We recommend the use of an acetone based paint thinner and that you key the surface with fine sandpaper. This preparation is vital Trouble shooting Paint coming off in patches indicates a problem with surface preparation. The remedy is to remove the paint, prepare the surface and start again.
  • Page 52 • You can apply the second coat after 15 minutes. The paint will be touch dry in about 20 minutes. We recommend leaving it 4 hours before lighting the first fire • If you are touching up a stove be aware that there are minute variations from batch to batch of paint so you may need to paint a whole surface to avoid these variations showing. eg if you are covering a mark on the top you may want to apply a coat to the whole top plate. YOU WILL BE COMPARING CURED PAINT WITH UNCURED PAINT SO THE DIFFERENCE WILL BE MORE APPARENT UNTIL THE NEW PAINT HAS CURED Trouble shooting If paint peels/looks like shattered glass/comes off in thin strips, too much paint was applied. If the surface is gritty the spray was applied too far fom the surface. The remedy is to remove as much paint as possible, prepare the surface and repaint. 3. To set or “cure” your paint • Wait 4 hours after paint is applied (this does not apply if unpacking a new stove, this time is allowed in the workshop). Then we recommend the Goldilocks and the 3 bears method; small fire, medium fire, big fire • Light a small kindling fire, keep burning for 10-15 minutes • Add fuel gradually to build a medium fire. Building a hot fire immediately will “shock” the paint and cause it to release from the surface. Keep it burning like this for about 60 minutes (bringing the stove surface temperature to 450°F/230°C) • For the final stage of curing, add fuel to make a very hot fire. Keep it at this level for about 60 minutes (achieving temperatures above 600°F/315°C) Warning Don’t touch the surface with anything during the curing process. There is likely to be a strong smell when the paint is curing, ventilate the room well, open windows/doors as necessary. Take extra care if anyone else in the household has breathing difficulties. There will be a very slight colour change as the paint cures, the hottest areas will cure the soonest. This is completely normal. (It can be more...

  • Page 53: Keeping Your Stove Glass Clear

    5.c Keeping your Stove Glass Clear To maintain clear glass there are 2 factors. 1. Correct and dry fuel (see Principles of combustion, section 4) 2. Correct use of air controls (see Making a fire - wood/solid fuel, section 4) As a general rule the hotter the fire the clearer the glass will be. If you have wet fuel the fire will struggle to reach high temperatures, an inefficient burn = blackening. If not enough air is being drawn through the firebox, due to incorrect use of the controls, the fire will slumber and not burn as well or efficiently also leading to blackening. However there are also times within both the burn cycle and areas within the physical firebox where the temperatures are cooler. As far as the burn cycle you can just wait for a hotter fire and any discolouration will burn off. Cooler spots in the fire box such as in front of the fuel retaining bar and the corners of the glass can show signs of discolouration after a number of fires. This is easily dealt with. When the stove is cool either use an off the shelf stove glass cleaner or dip a damp cloth/piece of kitchen roll...
  • Page 54 5.f To Remove the Throat Plate - Multi Fuel Version Short Penguin Eco / Hungry Penguin Eco / Fat Penguin Eco High and Mighty Eco / Chubby 5 Eco / Woody Eco (Multi fuel) Diagram illustrating the location of the throat plate. Locating Pin Metal Throat Plate Throat Plate Brick Throat Plate Pin Location Rear Upper Bricks LOCATING THE THROAT PLATE STEP 1 Take note of the position of the throat plate and bricks. Remove top rear brick by pushing...
  • Page 55 5.g To Remove the Throat Plate Brick - Cat. Version Woody Eco (Cat) Diagram illustrating the location of the throat plate. Throat plate brick LOCATING THE THROAT PLATE STEP 1 Take note of the position of the throat plate brick before removal, the correct position is important, it can move in transit, and it needs be be removed regularly for soot clearance and chimney sweeping. STEP 2 Push brick up from inside the stove and withdraw it through the cut outs in the middle of the aperture. STEP 3 For cleaning, brush soot off the top of the Cat and hoover it from the underside. Then brush off the brick and replace. STEP 4 To fit new bricks it is the reversal of step 2. Make sure the brick is sitting flat and central. Page 52 of 60...

  • Page 56: Vermiculite Bricks

    5.h Vermiculite Bricks The vermiculite bricks which line the fire chamber will need replacing over time, they are a perishable item. They are a pressed board, not a ceramic brick so they should be treated with care. They insulate the stove allowing it to burn more efficiently and protect the steel body from the heat of the stove. The amount of time they will last depends on stove usage, the fuel you burn and the care you take re-fuelling. Fire brick signs of damage Cracks Hairline cracks are caused by impact or vibration, usually a log thrown in a little roughly or a log that is slightly too large being pressed againt the bricks when the door closes, replace if steel body of the stove is exposed or if the crack causes part of the brick to fall into the fire. A hairline crack in a brick will not damage the stove body. Crumbling edges and corners Expected wear and tear, replace if steel of stove body is exposed. Caring for your vermiculite bricks Do not use over sized logs Do not over fill the fire chamber Place logs in rather than throwing or dropping If using a poker or tool inside the fire box try not to disturb the bricks Do not use water or water based cleaning agents to clean the interior of the stove, vermiculite will weaken if it absorbs water Only burn seasoned wood, due to moisture content, see point above If the bricks require replacement it will first be necessary to remove the throat plate and the grate. Take a note of their position. It is very common when replacing one fire brick to damage another. For this reason we recommend that if very small areas of damage/ hairline crack are visible and the steel is not exposed, wait until you are ready to replace the whole set. Bricks are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct bricks.

  • Page 57: To Remove The Catalytic Converters

    5.i To Remove the Catalytic Converters Diagram illustrating the location of the catalytic converters. STEP 1 Take out top rear fire bricks. STEP 2 Lower Cat. cassette, remove catalytic converters. STEP 3 Pull out the catalytic converters from the cassette. STEP 4 Carefully drop in the new converters. Refit cassette and rear fire brick. Page 54 of 60...

  • Page 58: To Remove The Grate

    5.j To Remove the Grate Take care when doing this as the new grate is heavy and it is possible to trap your fingers. Wear gloves if possible and do not rush the job. Please see our online video at: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/faqs/looking-after-your-penguin/vermiculite-fire-bricks/ STEP 1 Remove the ash pan, place one hand inside and push the grate upwards, lifting the grate into the diagonal position (left to right, not front to back). STEP 2 Reach into the fire chamber with your other hand to receive the grate, support the grate on the stove while you find a comfortable 2 handed hold. STEP 3 Tilt the grate onto an angle which will allow it to exit the door. STEP 4 Manoeuvre carefully out of the stove, usually a left to right angle first, then tilt forward. STEP 5 To re install it, follow the same steps in reverse, then replace the ash pan. Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop. There are diagrams online to help you identify the correct parts and advice about how to fit: www.chillipenguin.co.uk/FAQ/looking-after-your-penguin Page 55 of 60...

  • Page 59: Trouble Shooting

    5.k Trouble Shooting Problem Possible cause Remedial Action CANNOT GET FUEL TO STAY ALIGHT 1. Fuel is damp 1. Ensure fuel is dry 2. Fire has been smothered 2. Load smaller amounts of fuel at a time – be patient! 3. Insufficient air 3. Air boost disc has been closed before the fire has been established (see Making a Fire, section 4) SMOKE ENTERS ROOM 1. Blocked flue way...

  • Page 60: Energy Efficiency & Guarantee

    6. Energy Efficiency & Guarantee 6.a Energy Efficiency Labels Short Penguin Eco Chubby 5 Eco Chilli Penguin Stoves Short Penguin Eco, Chubby 5 Eco Chilli Penguin Stoves Hungry Eco, Fat Eco, H&M ECO. ENERGIA · · ΕΝΕΡΓΕΙΑ · ENERGIJA · ENERGY · ENERGIE...
  • Page 61 6. Energy Efficiency & Guarantee 6.a Energy Efficiency Labels Woody Eco (Cat) Woody E Cat - wood only Chilli Penguin Stoves Chilli Penguin Stoves Woody E Mul�-fuel ENERGIA · · ΕΝΕΡΓΕΙΑ · ENERGIJA · ENERGY · ENERGIE 2019/1186 Woody Eco (Multi Fuel) ENERGIA ·...

  • Page 62: Guarantee

    6.b Guarantee 7 Year Guarantee (available on registration) Year Guarantee A free 7 year extended guarantee is offered if your stove is purchased and registered through your local approved Chilli Penguin stockist. We run this extended guarantee scheme through our stockist network so that you have access to a local, competent and experienced engineer with whom you will already have an established trade relationship. A Chilli Penguin Stove guarantee covers the materials listed plus the construction and workmanship. The assembly, installation and operation of the stove, because they do not come under our direct control, are not included in this guarantee. You are advised to take these matters up with your stove supplier or accredited installation engineer. The painted surface of the stove does not come under the guarantee. In the unlikely event of the failure of components covered by this guarantee, CPS will repair or replace them to their original specification. Labour and shipping costs will be discretionary. It is important to use only replacement parts recommended by CPS. Should any components arrive in a damaged state upon delivery, they will be replaced provided a written claim is made within 5 days. Items covered The steel body, door, handles and grate. Catalytic converters carry a 3 year guarantee. Items NOT covered Those items that are considered service items, these include; vermiculite bricks, door seals, door glass, ash pan, operating tool, gloves and painted surface. The whole of the guarantee is invalid if there is any unauthorised modification of the appliance or if any part of the stove assembly, installation, operation and maintenance does not comply with the instructions supplied and with all Building Regulations in force at the time of purchase. In addition they must be certified by either a Hetas installer or your local building control dept. Spares are available through your local Chilli stockist or our online shop.

  • Page 63: Commissioning, Stove And Installation Details

    6.c Commissioning, Stove and Installation Details Commissioning checklist (Initials) Have all parts been fitted in accordance with the instructions? Has fire cement and mortar dried out before lighting the stove? Once under fire have all seals been checked for soundness? Is the flue functioning correctly so that all combustion products are vented safely to the atmosphere via the chimney terminal? Have operating instructions, tool and gloves been left with the customer? Has the customer been advised about the correct use of the stove ? Has the customer been warned to only used the correct fuel for this stove? Stove and installation details Shop Name Purchase Date Installers Installation Name Date Installers Or Building HETAS No. Control Ref. Is Direct Air Direct Air Commissioning Kit Fitted Test Completed Base Heat Sign Shield SERIAL NO.
  • Page 64 Sales and Technical Support Call: 01758 721 247 stoves@chillipenguin.co.uk Local Stockists www.chillipenguin/contact Chilli Penguin Workshop 11 Glan y Don Industrial Estate | Pwllheli | Gwynedd LL53 5YT. Follow Us: www.chillipenguin.co.uk VEGETABLE BASED PRINTING INKS...

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