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Graphite GR910-B Instruction Manual

Multi fuel and wood burning free-standing boiler stove
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Instruction Manual
Model GR910-B Graphite Boiler
Multi Fuel and Wood Burning
Free-standing Boiler Stove
Published May 2014
Please note This appliance has been independently
CE tested in the United kingdom and approved for
the burning of wood and mineral fuels and must,
at all times, be used in accordance with these
instructions to ensure safe and effi cient operation.
You will need to refer to the serial number of your
stove should you ever need to make a claim under the
Hi-Flame Warranty. You will fi nd 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. Remember to keep your
receipt as proof of purchase.
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This appliance has been SEAI verifi ed
The output and effi ciency data for this appliance
have been verifi ed by the Irish government
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and
is listed on their Home-heating Appliance Register
of Performance (HARP) database
Ref: GR910-B / UK-NI-ROI / V3. 06-15
Graphite
www.hi-fl ame.com

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  • Page 1 The output and effi ciency data for this appliance have been verifi ed by the Irish government Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and is listed on their Home-heating Appliance Register of Performance (HARP) database www.hi-fl ame.com Ref: GR910-B / UK-NI-ROI / V3. 06-15...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Gravity circuit pipework purposes only, may differ slightly from your new High and low limit thermostats Hi-Flame Graphite Boiler stove. However, the Hot water cylinder principles illustrated here remain the same. Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs)
  • Page 3 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Continued... Page Thank-you for purchasing the Hi-Fame Graphite Boiler stove. We are confident that Commissioning it will keep your home warm even on the Smoke test Spillage test very coldest of winter days and provide you Legal requirements with many years of pleasurable heat.

  • Page 4: General Dimensions

    GENERAL DIMENSIONS...

  • Page 5: Permanent Air Supply

    PERMANENT AIR SUPPLY – IMPORTANT The total rated output of this stove is 15.1kW. MODEL DETAILS Building Regulations’ permanent ventilation Graphite Boiler Model Name requirements should be based on this total output and not just the stove’s output to the room. Approved...

  • Page 6: Packing List

    • Do not use flammable liquids to ignite the fire. In NB Firebricks are not needed in the Graphite Boiler the confined space of the stove’s fire chamber there is a real potential to cause a life-threatening flash flame or explosion.

  • Page 7: Health And Safety

    / or locating it where young children or HANDLING the infirm won’t accidentally come into contact with it The Graphite Boiler stove is extremely heavy and • The heat output to water from this boiler stove must therefore adequate facilities must be available for its not be significantly greater than any potential usage.

  • Page 8: Building Control And Hetas

    Fuels’. Wood log are not classified as a Smokeless Fuel qualified in the installation of boiler stoves and that and therefore should not be burned in the Graphite the installation complies with all local, national and Boiler stove if it is installed in a dwelling within a European building regulations.

  • Page 9: Assembling The Stove

    – see page 11. • Flue Outlet The Graphite Boiler stove is configured for a top flue outlet. Some model variants may also feature a rear flue option. For models with a rear flue outlet there is a blanking plate for use on the top outlet when using the rear flue.

  • Page 10: Removing The Baffle Plate

    flueway stays clear of soot as well as the stove is installed. maintain the stove’s safe and efficient operation. If With the Graphite Boiler there are no baffle fixing you have never owned a stove before it is important brackets, bolts or fire bricks to remove.

  • Page 11: Accessing The Flueway

    fire cement seal. The Graphite Boiler allows you to sweep the flue Gently and evenly prise around the plate to free it system through the stove without the need to from its cement seal.

  • Page 12: Recommended Fuels

    In the event of a problem with your stove – always you must only burn approved smokeless fuels. The check your choice of fuel first! following fuels are approved by Graphite for use in the GR910-B Graphite Boiler stove: Manufactured or finished wood products, such as plywood and chipboard, must also be strictly avoided •...

  • Page 13: Controlling The Combustion Air

    CONTROLLING THE COMBUSTION AIR • Bituminous House Coal is not recommended because it produces excessive soot deposits, which is Your Graphite Boiler stove has three simple-to-use air not good for the environment, and thus considerably controls: increases the need for frequent cleaning of the stove 1 Primary Air Control This is the large control knob and flue system.

  • Page 14: Burning Wood Logs

    and other factors such as the fuel type, the system still be regularly removed from the ash pan – never let set-up and the pump flow speed. Finding the right the ash pan get over-filled. Once you have lived with setting(s) will be a matter of trial and error as well as your stove for a while you’ll soon get to know how personal preference.
  • Page 15 the weight of typical log) layered criss-cross or ‘wig- staining which the Airwash may find difficult wam’ style and a small firelighter will get the fire well to remove. established and up to operating temperature quickly. Only reduce the Secondary Air control when the wood If you feel you have a weak chimney draught, then has ‘carbonised’...

  • Page 16: Controlling The Boiler Temperature

    Control. if the glass begins to soot up provide more Secondary Air. A typical recommended smokeless mineral fuel load for the GR910-B Graphite Boiler is approximately SOME SIMPLE WOOD BURNING TIPS 3.8kg (8lb 6oz). A typical refuel load would be approximately 2.5kg (5lb 8oz).

  • Page 17: Extended Burning

    The Graphite Boiler is designed to allow extended cause permanent damage. Ideally, when fully burning burning. To do this put a good fuel load into the stove the fuel load should look like a shallow dome.

  • Page 18: Removing Ash

    • The chimney is of sufficient height, is suitably constructed and is in good condition and conforms to all applicable building regulations regarding stove installation. The minimum flue height required for the Graphite Boiler is 4.5 metres (15’) from the hearth to the top of the chimney terminal.

  • Page 19: Appliance Installation Guidelines

    Fire Cement Flue Draught Always read the Fire Cement manufacturer’s The Graphite Boiler has been tested with a flue instructions first. Prolonged contact with fire cement draught pressure of 12pa and therefore to ensure and skin should be avoided. Protective gloves and performance which is line with the test results on glasses should be worn when applying fire cement.
  • Page 20 904L grade liner will provide greater resistance be CE marked and / or Hetas Approved. We strongly to any acidic condensates produced by burning recommend the thicker 904L grade for the Graphite mineral fuels. Boiler, especially if you propose to burn mineral fuels When your new boiler stove is installed with a flexible...

  • Page 21: System Installation General Guidelines

    100ºC Dual fuel linked systems • Feed / expansion tank must be galvanised steel You may have purchased your new Graphite Boiler or copper stove with the intention of adding it to an existing • Float valve should also be copper heating system powered by a different fuel type.

  • Page 23: Electrical Connections

    Hot water cylinder on either side of the pump to allow for easy pump maintenance and safe removal in the event of a fault. The water system must be properly vented and you Allow a minimum of 1.5 metres (5’) of static head and must use a double-feed indirect cylinder which is in always follow the pump manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 24: Commissioning

    When the installation is complete it is important that 9 Warranty Card a final safety smoke test is carried out. Complete the relevant parts of the Graphite Warranty Fully open the Primary and Secondary Air controls, as Card with your Hetas / INFO or competent persons well as the Thermostat Control, and warm the flue...

  • Page 25: System Balance

    SYSTEM BALANCE TROUBLE-SHOOTING With all wood burning and multi fuel boiler stoves, CHIMNEY FIRE given their particular heat cycle and the natural gravity If your stove has been installed correctly and you have fed flow, it is extremely important that the radiators also operated it correctly and regularly carried out the are balanced to ensure an efficient distribution of heat recommended routine checks then it is unlikely that...

  • Page 26: Components Glowing Red

    first instance always seek the expert advice of your • Causes: Excessive Chimney Draught This limits approved installer, or authorised Graphite dealer. the effectiveness of the air controls so that the fire There are a number of factors, either alone or burns with very strong bright yellow flames and with...

  • Page 27: Glass Blackening

    because draught stabilisers limit the exit of flue gases Secondary Air controls are in the fully open position, from the stove, they should only ever be specified, will provide limited heat output. Check that any fitted and subsequently tested by an approved permanent air vent fitted to supply the extra installer.
  • Page 28 ‘trade-off’. In this instance, if you’re sure that the fuel or old system then it is likely that the system needs is seasoned and dry, then burning the stove at very re-balancing to work in conjunction with your stove. high temperature for a short period after a long slow See page 23 burn will usually burn off any sooty deposits.

  • Page 29: Routine Checks

    flueway access hatch sweeps.co.uk or www.chimneyworks.co.uk. and thoroughly clean any debris or caked soot. See • Chimney Cleaning The Graphite Boiler can be pages 11 and 12. swept through the stove by simply removing the baffle •...
  • Page 30 If these can be easily removed or if they slide around you will need to replace the door seal. Your new Graphite stove is supplied with a spare rope seal for the door. To replace, carefully remove the old seal and completely clean the seal channel of debris and old glue.

  • Page 31: Standing Down

    4 You must not have used the stove to burn any of the prohibited fuels listed in the Instruction Manual. Firebricks The GR910-B does not use firebricks. The integral wrap-around boiler takes the place of the 5 The stove must never have been operated without firbricks to maximise the heat going to the boiler.

  • Page 32: What The Warranty Covers

    The Warranty does not cover an illegally service record and a copy should be attached to the claim. installed stove (see point 1 above). 7 You must not have modified the construction of the The Warranty does not cover parts deemed to be stove in any way.

  • Page 33: Annual Service

    In the interests of safety it is important that your • Examine all paintwork for signs of wear and re-paint Graphite Boiler stove is serviced on an annual basis in these areas using an appropriate heat-resistant black accordance with the instructions outlined below. This aerosol paint.

  • Page 34: System Notes And Settings

    SYSTEM NOTES AND SETTINGS For future reference include a basic drawing of the system and notes on the circulation pump and system thermostat settings etc as well as their location and the location of the system drain point.
  • Page 35 Booklet contents may not be copied in whole or in part Hi-Flame Fireplace (UK) Limited without the prior written permission of the copyright Holmes Chapel Business Park holder. Hi-Flame and Graphite are the company name and trading names of Hi-Flame Fireplace (UK) Limited Manor Lane, Holmes Chapel Cheshire CW4 8AF United Kingdom www.hi-flame.com...

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