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- Page 1 OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Opus Calypso...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
9. Layout and usage of air regulators........................22 10. Instructions on how to access the flue through the stove..............22 11. Malfunction and service............................23 12. Troubleshooting................................23 13. General warranty conditions..........................25 14. Opus commissioning checklist..........................27 15. Dataplate....................................28 16. Product Fiches................................. 28 17. Energy Labels................................... 29... -
Page 4: The Clean Air Act 1993 And Smoke Control Areas
This opus stove is a highly efficient, clean burning, EcoDesign-ready boiler stove utilising the latest combustion technology to effectively heat your house and hot water. When fitted with the Smoke Control kit the Calypso is also DEFRA Exempt and so may be used to burn wood in Smoke Control Areas. -
Page 5: General Information
Further information on the requirements of the Clean Air Act can be found here: http://smokecontrol.defra.gov.uk . Your local authority is responsible for implementing the Clean Air Act 1993 including designation and supervision of smoke control areas and you can contact them for details of Clean Air Act requirements General information Make sure that your stove is installed by a qualified, knowledgeable and experienced installer who is registered under one of the Competent Persons schemes such as HETAS. -
Page 6: Assembly Instructions
Assembly instructions Your stove should be installed by a qualified, knowledgeable and experienced installer who is registered under one of the Competent Persons schemes such as HETAS. The installer must do a thorough check of the appliance to ensure that it is in full working order before it is installed. -
Page 7: Removing The Self-Closing Door Mechanism
Opus stoves can be connected to a direct air supply duct and, if the intention is to not install a permanently open vent to the room, or to install an AirSmart system in its place, then the installer must follow the procedure in Hetas Technical Note TN_0020 to confirm that the supply of air will be sufficient. -
Page 8: Direct Combustion Air Supply
Direct combustion air supply The spigot for connecting to a direct combustion air supply is at the back of the stove. The design and sizing should follow the methods described in the “Firepower Direct Air Guidance” document. Unless appropriate safety devices are employed to ensure that the stove can only be run with the air supply open, all direct air ducts should be fixed open. -
Page 9: Minimum Distance To Combustible Materials
Shielding Guide” which can be found on the downloads section of the www.firepower.co.uk website. This gives in depth guidance on heat-shielding combustible materials using metal or Thermalux sheets. viii. Technical Specification Stove Model Calypso Nominal Output 8.3 kW Output to water 4.9 kW Output to room 3.4 kW... -
Page 10: The Chimney
The Chimney All flue components used must be suitable for solid fuel fires, rated for T400ºC or over, and comply with the relevant regulations regarding their construction and installation and all manufacturers’ instructions must be followed. Particular attention must be made in regard to the distance to combustible materials. -
Page 11: Connecting The Stove Into The Heating And Hot Water System
The flow and returns must be connected to a pumped circuit. The Calypso is not designed for a thermo-syphon type circuit. -
Page 12: Overheat Safety Valve
Bleed and refill the heating system and heat exchanger before the initial start-up when air locks are detected. All necessary safety devices must be installed in such a way that their safe operation is ensured. Carefully follow the installation and operating instructions of these safety components. -
Page 13: Integration Into The Heating System
Fitting a load unit extends the warranty from 1 year to 3. See the warranty section for more details. Integration into the heating system The boiler stove should only be integrated into a heating system after the complete system has been designed by an appropriately qualified and experienced heating engineer. All the relevant safety standards must be complied with. -
Page 14: Advice On Fitting Suitable Alarms
Advice on fitting suitable alarms At least one suitable and effective smoke alarm should be fitted in a suitable location. Alarms should be mounted on the ceiling at least 300mm from any walls and within 5 meters of the protected area. This may mean installing more than one alarm, and it is recommended to choose units that can be linked together. -
Page 15: General Information On Operation
• The stove must not be altered structurally or technically. In particular, no installation parts may be placed in the combustion chamber or in the exhaust or combustion air ducts, unless these are expressly approved by Opus. Any unauthorised conversion of the stove will void the warranty. -
Page 16: First Lighting
First Lighting Light only a small fire when the stove is first put into operation. The combustion chamber lining can still contain residual moisture and could form cracks if the initial heat is too high. Increase the heat output by 30% over the next three firings so that the heat-resistant paint can cure. -
Page 17: Suitable Materials For Lighting
• It is recommended that the secondary air regulator is kept fully open in order for the “glass cleaning” to be most efficient, and to avoid the glass “fogging”. Use the amount of fuel you place in the stove to regulate the room temperature •... -
Page 18: Fuels
If the glass window blackens excessively during burning it is usually an indication that the moisture content of the firewood is too high. Do not use any of the following: • Damp wood or treated wood • Cardboard • Bark or plywood •... -
Page 19: Reducing Particulate Emissions
circulation. Firewood should not be stored directly on the ground. Do not store your firewood under tarpaulins, plastic sheeting or in poorly ventilated locations. Firewood that is already seasoned or dry should be stored in a suitable dry location. Reducing particulate emissions Sustainably managed and sourced wood has significantly lower carbon emissions than oil or gas. -
Page 20: Controlling The Heat Output
• Fitting an AirSmart automated controller can help to reduce smoke even further because the air supply to the stove is automatically adjusted. iii. Controlling the heat output The heat output from a stove is controlled by the amount of fuel that is put into it, NOT by opening or closing the air control. -
Page 21: Stove Maintenance
After washing, wipe over with clean water and if there are condensates, do not wait until they are dried, rather wipe them immediately. Attention, the stove paint only achieves its ultimate strength after reaching its rated temperature a few times. To avoid damaging the paint, it is recommended to clean the stove surface only when the paint achieves its ultimate hardness. -
Page 22: Instructions On How To Access The Flue Through The Stove
10. Instructions on how to access the flue through the stove Remove grate and base fire Slide outside retaining bars. Carefully lift out both side fire bricks. bricks, ensuring the securing clip remains with the brick. Attention, when removing the second side fire brick, ensure you support the throat baffle to prevent it from being dropped. -
Page 23: Malfunction And Service
11. Malfunction and service In the event of a product malfunction please contact your supplier. If the stove is under warranty your supplier will take care of the warranty claim. Regular maintenance of the stove and flue should be carried out by a competent engineer. Use only replacement parts as recommended by the manufacturer. -
Page 24: General Warranty Conditions
OPUS declines all liability for any accidents due to failure to observe the specifications contained in the use and maintenance manual accompanying the device. Furthermore, OPUS... - Page 25 Opus reserves the right to either eliminate the defect or replace the appliance. The warranty covers supplying a replacement part but does not cover any labour associated with fitting the part or any further damages or costs related to the defect nor costs arising from de- installation or re-installation of the appliance.
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Page 26: Opus Commissioning Checklist
14. Opus commissioning checklist General Information Stove purchased from. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Tel: ___________________________________ Email: _________________________________ Installed by. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Tel: ___________________________________ Email: _________________________________ Installation date. Notice plate and accompanying checklist completed. Notice plate location. Confirm that relevant local and national regulations have been followed, including, in the UK, Document J of the Building regulations. -
Page 27: Dataplate
appliance have been explained to the customer in full in line with this user manual 15. Dataplate 16. Product Fiches... -
Page 28: Energy Labels
17. Energy Labels... - Page 31 Distributed by Firepower Dunkeswell Business Park, Dunkeswell, Devon EX14 4RD, UK www.firepower.co.uk +44(0) 800 246 1260 Opus-Calypso-2022-V005...