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M-Series Stove User Guide Contents 1. Identifying your stove 1.1 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—External..5 1.2 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—Internal ..6 2. Warnings 2.1 Important Warnings ............. 7 2.2 Health and Safety ............... 8 2.3 Smoke control areas ............
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M-Series Stove User Guide 9. Care for your stove 9.1 Adjusting the door hinges ......... 22 9.2 Liners / firebricks ............22 9.3 Throat plate ............... 22 9.4 Fire door seal ............23 9.5 Cracked glass ............23 9.6 Chimney / flue sweeping ........... 23 10.
M-Series Stove User Guide 1. Identifying your stove 1.1 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—External Top Flue Outlet (NOTE : Top & Rear Flue Outlets Are Interchangeable & Will Depend Upon Installation.) Fire Door Assembly (NOTE : This will vary depending upon the model chosen;...
M-Series Stove User Guide 1.2 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—Internal Firebox Liners Fire (Sides & Door Rear) Handle Fire Door Ash Pan With Fuel Retainer Glass Fire Door Catch Throat Plate Tertiary Outlet Within Rear Liner Air Controls Page 6 BK766...
Please see sections 7.10 & 16 of the user guide. Ignoring the warnings could lead to damage/injury to persons and/or property. Arada Ltd will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental loss or injury however caused. BK766...
M-Series Stove User Guide 2.2 Health and Safety Please consult health and safety guidelines for advice on handling heavy and / or large items. 2.3 Smoke control areas (The Clean Air Act 1993 & Smoke Control Areas) Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the whole or part of the district of the authority to be a smoke control area.
M-Series Stove User Guide 3. Recommended fuels 3.1 Wood As a natural and renewable fuel, wood is the first choice for burning, however burning wood requires a little effort and planning. Any type of wood is suitable (though hardwood is preferable) provided it is well seasoned and has a moisture content below 20%.
M-Series Stove User Guide 4. Before using your stove M-Series stoves are designed to be operated with the fire door closed at all times, apart from refuelling (when alight) or cleaning (when cold). Never leave the appliance unattended for an extended length of time with the door open. Prior to lighting the stove for the first time, please check with the installer that: Installation and all building work is complete.
M-Series Stove User Guide 5. Air inlet controls 5.1 Air Inlet Your stove requires air to function, this enters the appliance at 2 points; majority of the combustion air enters below the appliance, via the air controls, the remaining air enters via the rear cover, as indicated below.
M-Series Stove User Guide 5.1.2 Primary air control The primary air control regulates the air entering the fire box chamber, suppling air to the under side of the fuel bed. The control has an internal rotary plate with slots, housed inside the body of the appliance and is located below the right hand corner of the fire door assembly.
M-Series Stove User Guide 5.1.4 Secondary Air Control The control has an internal rotary plate with slots, housed inside the body of the appliance and is located below the left hand corner of the fire door assembly, when looking at the front of the appliance.
M-Series Stove User Guide 6. Lighting your stove 6.1.1 Smoke control areas Please check whether your dwelling is located in a smoke control area before installation or use. Please check with your local authority or https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules. 6.1.2 Fuel overloading The maximum amount of fuel specified in this manual should not be exceeded, overloading can cause excess smoke.
M-Series Stove User Guide 6.3 Warning - Fume / Smoke emissions Properly installed, with a suitable flue or chimney, operated and maintained correctly, this appliance will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occasional fumes when de-ashing and refuelling may occur. However, persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must be investigated by an approved / registered installer.
M-Series Stove User Guide 6.5 Smoke Control Area (The Clean Air Act 1993 & Smoke Control Areas) If the stove is to be installed in a designated Smoke Control Area (further information can be found via https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules ) then the installer will have fitted the restrictor plate for the secondary air lever, to prevent total closure of this air control.
M-Series Stove User Guide 7. Further information for all stove owners 7.1 Reduced burning (Slow Combustion) When wood is burnt slowly in a closed appliance (e.g.: air controls at the minimum set- ting), it produces moisture and tar, which will create condensation and deposits in the chimney.
M-Series Stove User Guide 7.5 Ash removal The ash pan should be emptied when the level of ash reaches the top of the ash pan. On no account should the ash be allowed to build up, as this will greatly reduce the life span of the ash pan itself.
M-Series Stove User Guide 7.6 Replacement parts Genuine replacement spare parts can be obtained from your Arada retailer /dealer or via our website https://www.aradastovesandspares.com. You can find a complete list of spares and consumables such as liners, replacement grate parts and throat plates as well as items to enhance its visual appearance and efficiency such as stove paint and rope kits.
M-Series Stove User Guide 7.10 Fire door handle Care must be taken when opening and closing the fire door as any surrounding surfaces will be VERY HOT. The door catch mechanism utilises a ‘click to close’, system where by a receiving pin is located on the body of the stove and a sprung roller catch is located on the fire door.
M-Series Stove User Guide 8. How heat is delivered by your stove Section Through Stove Radiant heat Products of from top combustion Radiant heat through Radiant glass heat from rear Primary and secondary air inlet Radiant heat From base 8.1 Radiant heat All M-Series stoves radiate heat into the room.
M-Series Stove User Guide 9. Care for your stove The need for regular maintenance on your stove will ensure, safe and efficient use of your appliance. The following item listing should be checked and inspected by a competent person or engineer on a regular basis. PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE STOVE IS UNLIT AND COLD, BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSPECT THE BELOW ITEMS - 9.1 Adjusting the door hinges...
M-Series Stove User Guide 9.4 Fire door seal The rope seal around the edges of the main fire door should also be checked. Look for signs of fraying, peeling away or the ends not meeting. If the rope is unable to create a good seal with the stove body it should be replaced.
M-Series Stove User Guide 11 Guarantee When you buy an Arada stove, you are not only buying a first class appliance, you are receiving a commitment from us to look after you and your appliance. 11.1 Guarantee If any part of the main body of the stove fails due to a manufacturing or material defect during the guarantee period that applies in respect of the relevant stove (as set out below), Arada will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace your Arada stove, for no charge.
11. The guarantee is only valid where any spare parts used are supplied by Arada or an approved Arada dealer. The use of spares other than those supplied by Arada Limited shall invalidate the guarantee.
M-Series Stove User Guide 12. Recycling 12.1 Packaging recycling The majority of the packaging components can be recycled, by the material components: WOOD (Pallet) - Household quantities of wood can be taken to your local Household • Waste Recycling Centre. CARDBOARD (Outer packaging) - Most local councils will collect cardboard as part •...
(Schiedel 5” (149644) & 6” (149645)) and when also the optional rear heat shield has been fitted to the appliance. 15. Optional Accessories Optional accessories can be purchased from your supplying dealer or from the Arada web site, for the M-Series range, the following accessories are available : Rear Heat Shield •...
M-Series Stove User Guide 16. IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION—Stove Fixing WARNING! It is strongly recommended that the appliance is securely fixed to the floor or hearth, to prevent movement during the opening and closing operation of the fire door. If excessive force is used when pulling or slamming the fire door, this can result in the appliance moving and damaging the flue connection and surrounding hearth surface.
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