Table of Contents 1. Delivery....................................3 2. Disposal of packaging.............................. 3 3. Assembly instructions.............................. 3 4. The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas................3 5. Introduction..................................4 6. Description..................................4 7. Installation..................................4 i. Basic installation regulations and requirements................4 ii.
Delivery As soon as it is delivered, the stove must be carefully inspected and any damage must be noted on the delivery note. Afterwards the damage must be reported immediately to the the retailer. When transporting the stove you must ensure that only safe, strong and approved carrying methods are used.
Clean Air Act requirements” The Opus Trio SE has been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning wood fuel. These have been factory fitted with a modification to prevent the secondary air to close beyond 60% open.
Throughout the installation the installer must refer to Document J of the Building Regulations for detailed guidance on recommended ways of meeting the building regulation requirements. The hearth and floor Before installing the stove, make sure that the floor on which the appliance is standing has sufficient load capacity.
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. Technical specifications Stove Model Trio Nominal Output 5.0 kW Efficiency 77.2% (net)
Removing the self-closing door mechanism The stove has been built with a self closing door mechanism. This can be disabled by removing the spring from under the ash pan. Combustion air supply The stove needs sufficient combustion air. This can be drawn from the installation room, which must have a suitable fresh air supply from the outside.
iii. AirSmart Connecting an AirSmart controller and vent is a way to avoid potential ventilation problems. A door sensor is fitted to the stove and whenever the door is opened the controller opens a sealed vent to the room to supply extra fresh air.
The Chimney All flue components used must be suitable for solid fuel fires, rated to T400ºC, and comply with the relevant regulations regarding their construction and installation and all manufacturers’ instructions must be followed. Calculation of the chimney design can be done according to EN 13384-1 and EN 13384-2 and/or with reference to Document J of the Building Regulations.
The chimney must be able to maintain a draught of 12 Pascal’s. Flue termination heights must comply with the requirements of Document J of the Building Regulations. Adequate provision must be made so that all internal parts of the chimney can be cleaned. This stove is not suitable for use on a shared chimney.
The stove should be used only according to the instructions in this manual. The stove has been built with a self closing door mechanism. This can be disabled by removing the spring from under the ash pan. Starting the stove Please pay attention to the minimum space between the stove and flammable objects when lighting a fire.
fire. At that point close the primary control and leave the secondary air to facilitate the combustion. THE STOVE SHOULD NEVER BE FILLED EXCESSIVELY. EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF WOOD OR AIR FOR COMBUSTION CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND DAMAGE THE STOVE. During the first few times the stove is used, it is possible that it can produce a slight smell while the paint is curing.
iii. Adjusting the locking mechanism Lever to open the side panel; this lever must be carefully pushed forward and upward, and then the side cover can be moved to the left or right. In this picture, the foot is displayed with which you can adjust the stove so that the automatic locking mechanism can function properly.
Instructions on how to access the flue through the stove Pull out ash drawer, and remove Remove both smaller side bricks Carefully lift out both side fire grate 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...
Layout and usage of air regulators Secondary Air Primary Air Open Open (push) (push) Close (pull-out) Close (pull-out) Suitable materials for lighting The stove should be used for the combustion of natural wood and wood briquettes. Some of the best wood for the stove is beech and birch. These types of wood have the highest burn temperature, and they burn the cleanest, as long as they have been stored in a dry place for a sufficient length of time.
release of moisture is quicker. Do not stack the logs too tight to ensure the best possible air 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.
In the case of chimney fire If the wrong or unseasoned wood is used, it is possible that a chimney fire can occur due to the accumulation of deposits inside the chimney. Immediately close all air regulators on the stove and call the fire brigade. If a chimney fire was to occur, an experienced professional should be employed to check the entire flue system.
12. Troubleshooting Symptom Cause and Solution The stove glass is black and sooty. • The firewood is too wet. Only use wood with a moisture content of 20% or less. The glass should be wiped clean every few days but if it is getting •...
13. 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.
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...
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