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Warmheart S Wood Fired Stove THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE COMMISSIONED BY A HETAS REGISTERED ENGINEER THE WARRANTY CARD MUST BE RETURNED TO ENSURE GUARANTEE VALIDITY...
Correctly installed and operated, your ESSE stove will provide faithful service indefinitely. We feel certain that like countless ESSE owners since 1854, you will be delighted with the warmth and comfort it will provide.
Figure 1 show the stoves dimensions controls. The fire is loaded, refuelled, and emptied through the large glass fire door. Figure 2 Warmheart S Stove Controls Figure 2 shows the controls and cooking surface of the Warmheart S Stove. Page 4 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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Keep pets and children away and ensure that any curtains near the appliance cannot ignite even when displaced. Surfaces will be hot when in use. An extractor fan MUST NOT be fitted in the same room as the appliance. Page 5 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
Figure 5 Air Control in Open Position Open the fire door and lay two logs along the base of the fire box forming a space between them. Figure 6 Logs Laid in Fire Box Page 6 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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The air flow can be reduced by moving the control to the left once the fire has become established. The filter can now be engaged. Page 7 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
If the fire appears to die down too low then opening the air control slightly for a short period can help revive it. You may wish to fit a flue thermometer to give an indication of the flue temperature. Page 8 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
So, if a tarp is your only option, take it off frequently to air the wood on fine days. And remember to put it back on again. Seasoned firewood will reabsorb large amounts of water if exposed to Page 10 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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The draught created by the hotter fire moves the air up the chimney faster. Page 11 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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When you light the stove a lot of energy will be needed at first to boil away any moisture, which is left in the wood. Using energy to drive off excess water in firewood robs the stove of energy needed for an efficient and clean burn. Also, Page 12 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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Only empty excess ash periodically and always leave a bed of ash on which to light the next fire. When wood burns it gives off volatile gases which contain calorific heat value. Page 13 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
WARNING If any part of the stove begins to glow it is being over fired. Stop use immediately and allow to cool before further use. Page 14 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
With time and experience you will be able to gauge the intervals between cleaning more accurately. It will vary depending on the quality of your firewood and performance of your flue. Take Page 15 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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20 seconds in a plastic bag to catch the particulate. To avoid rust forming on the hotplate pans should not be stored on top of the stove when not in use. Page 16 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
Your ESSE is guaranteed against defects arising from faulty manufacture for 2 years when supplied by an ESSE Specialist. Upon registration of the warranty, ESSE will extend the guarantee period to 5 years from purchase. Your details must be registered with us by either returning the completed warranty card or by completing registration on-line at www.esse.com.
Should you have cause for dissatisfaction with your stove, you should contact your ESSE dealer, who will, in most instances, be able to offer you immediate assistance. You will be required to give the following details. o Your name, address and postcode.
The appliance is heavy and care must be taken during handling. o Although the appliance does not contain asbestos products, it is possible that asbestos may be disturbed in existing installations and every precaution must be taken. Page 19 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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All local regulations including those referring to national and European standards need to be complied with, when installing this appliance. o Outside of the UK, the installer must comply with all local, national & European standards that apply. Page 20 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
If necessary, any adjoining walls should be protected from the effects of heat. Clearances from combustible materials are 350mm from the sides and 400mm from the rear for the Warmheart S. The Warmheart S is also certified for use on decorative hearths.
England. In Scotland and Wales this power rests with Ministers in the devolved administrations for those countries. Separate legislation, the Clean Air (Northern Ireland) Order 1981, applies in Northern Ireland. Page 22 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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Clean Air Act requirements “The ESSE Warmheart S Stove have been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning dry wood logs”...
A single wall starter length with a single to twin wall adapter will be needed to use twin wall insulated flue. The stove will need to be moved away from the wall to accommodate use of twin wall flue. Page 24 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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& invalidate the warranty. A flue stabiliser can be fitted to reduce the draught through the appliance if the draught may exceed 25Pa. The flue stabiliser should be fitted in the same room Page 25 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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High flue draught symptoms: fire difficult to control, fuel will not last, stove too hot, stove damage, chimney fire CAUSE REMEDY External wind conditions Fit stabiliser cowl combined with chimney Fit flue draught stabiliser terminal Page 26 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
Avoid using bends greater than 45 to the vertical. All flue pipe sections should be as close to the vertical as possible. o All joints in the flue system must be effectively sealed. Page 27 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
Measure and record flue draught o Check ventilation o If applicable check plumbing circuit o Check no extractor fan, other appliance or other flue interferes o Complete commissioning card and return to ESSE to validate warranty REPLACEMENT PARTS Fire Door Glass 500-IH-117...
Installation Engineer: Company Name: Address: Telephone No: Commissioning Checks – to be completed and signed: Has the use of the appliance, operation controls been explained? Instruction book handed to the customer? Signature:……………………………………………….. Print Name:………………………………………………… Page 29 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
ESSE Engineering Ltd. Model Name: Warmheart S Energy Efficiency Class: Nominal Heat Output to Room: 5.0 kW Nominal Heat Output to Water: 0.0 kW Net Efficiency: 77.30% Comments / Installation / Handover Notes: Page 30 ESSE WH-S (UK) R3 210225...
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