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- Page 1 W O O D H E A T E R OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MBP501 / MBWS501 / MBL500...
- Page 2 MBP501 (BOWDEN PEDESTAL) MBWS501 (BOWDEN WOODSTACKER) Glen Dimplex Australia proudly supports the activities of Landcare Australia through its membership of the AHHA. MBL500 (BOWDEN LEGS) VERSION 1.0...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS USER INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Introduction ........Replacement of Fire Bricks . -
Page 4: User Instructions
1.1. AIR CONTROLS USER INSTRUCTIONS The Masport Bowden range of wood heaters feature a single air control system. It is designed to introduce oxygen into the base of the fire, controlling the rate of INTRODUCTION combustion of the wood. In addition, oxygen is drawn into the upper firebox where combustion of the gases occurs. -
Page 5: Wood Storage Compartment
1.4. WOOD STORAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTING THE FIRE Warning: the Masport Bowden Woodstacker (MBWS501) Place firelighters or paper and dry kindling wood in features a storage area for a small amount of firewood. the base of the firebox. Do not overload this compartment - ensure that there Light the paper or firelighters. -
Page 6: Low Heat Output
5.2. LOW HEAT OUTPUT BURNING TIPS The heat output of the appliance can be reduced by 6.1. FUEL QUALITY closing the air slide which will restrict the oxygen supplied Use wood with a moisture content of less than 20%. Logs to the fire and slow down the rate at which the wood should not feel moist/damp, or have moss/fungal growths. -
Page 7: Ash Removal
For advice on the correction of persistent flue problems CLEANING THE FLUE consult your supplier/installer for more detail. Check inside of flue prior to each season for any build-up of creosote (wood tar). To do this: ASH REMOVAL First remove the baffle (refer to “2. Replacement of Depending on the type of wood burnt and frequency, the Baffle”... -
Page 8: Troubleshooting Tips
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS 11.1. GLASS IN DOOR BLACKENING This can have several possible causes: • Burning unseasoned wood — if the wood is too wet, it will cause the glass to blacken. • Appliance operated at low temperature — after an overnight burn where the air slide control has been fully closed, the glass may have blackened. -
Page 9: Maintenance And Servicing
Eventually the baffle will burn through (5+ years) and if so MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING will need to be replaced. To replace the baffle: REPLACEMENT OF FIRE BRICKS Remove the brick retainer and bricks. The purpose of the firebricks in the appliance is to Raise the rear of the baffle, bringing it forward increase thermal mass and to guarantee the longevity of enough to clear the rear support rods. -
Page 10: Removing The Door
REMOVING THE DOOR ADJUSTING THE DOOR HINGE To remove the door: Over time the screws securing the door hinge plate to the heater may loosen resulting in the door dropping, i.e. Open the door all the way. visually appears on slight angle and no longer perfectly horizontal. -
Page 11: Adjusting The Door Latch
ADJUSTING THE DOOR LATCH Over time, the door seal can become compressed, resulting in a less than adequate seal between the door and the front edge of the firebox. For example, if the wood burns unusually fast even with the air slide shut, it may mean that there is an air leak around the door. -
Page 12: Fitting New Door Glass
FITTING NEW DOOR GLASS FITTING A NEW DOOR SEAL This task must be performed with the door removed from This task may be easier with the door removed from the the appliance and laid horizontally on a work-bench. appliance and laid horizontally on a work-bench. To replace the door glass: Remove any old seal from the door. -
Page 13: Replacement Spare Parts List
REPLACEMENT SPARE PARTS LIST PART NO. PART DETAIL N900-291 Fire Brick Set 6 @ 220 x 175 x 25mm 1 @ 220 x 140 x 25mm 3 @ 220 x 85 x 25mm N201-042 Brick Retainer 485 x 290mm N503-074 Baffle Plate 480 x 6mm N503-046... -
Page 14: Warranty
The Wood Fire is not installed in accordance with This warranty is provided to the first domestic purchaser AS/NZS 2918 or any building code or consent; of a Masport wood fire (radiant or convection). It applies from the date of purchase from or through an authorized •... - Page 15 • Direct, indirect or consequential losses or special damages of any kind (including costs of collection and delivery) other than repair or replacement of products or components under this warranty, where any goods are acquired or used for the purposes of a business; How to obtain warranty service? •...
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