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I-Series (S3) Cassette Stove User Guide PLEASE RETAIN THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE EN 13229:2001 +A2:2004 BK 776 Rev 03 ISSUE DATE : 15/01/2025...
Please ensure that you read these instructions in full and understand them before operating your stove. Arada has a policy of continuous product development and therefore we reserve the right to amend specifications without prior notice. Due to printing cycles, items or options may be described before they are generally available or after they have ceased.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide Contents 1. Identifying your stove 1.1 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—External..…….. 1.2 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—Internal ………. 2. Warnings 2.1 Important Warnings ……………………………………………….. 2.2 Health and Safety …………………………………………………. 2.3 Smoke control areas ……………………………………………… 3.
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I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 7. Further information for all stove owners 7.1 Reduced burning (Slow combustion)…………………………... 7.2 Over firing…………………………………………………………. 7.3 Chimney fires……………………………………………………... 7.4 Periods of non-use (Summer months)…………………………. 7.5 Riddling the firebox ……………………………………………… 7.6 Ash removal ……………………………………………………... 7.7 Replacement parts………………………………………………. 7.8 Classification………………………………………………………...
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 1. Identifying your stove 1.1 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—External PLEASE NOTE : Appliance shown without front trim fitted for clarity Fire Door Assembly Stove Gauntlet (Packed Loose) Operating Tool (Packed Loose) Fire Door Handle Top Flue Outlet...
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 1.2 Identifying parts & terminology of your stove—Internal Fire Door Glass Firebox Liners (Sides, Base & Rear) Fuel Retainer Ash Pan Location Primary & Secondary Air Controls Fire Door Handle Throat Plate Riddling Grate Outside (Direct) Lever Air Inlet Base...
This will result in an over firing situation and will lead to severe damage to the stove and flue system. 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. BK776...
• I Series I400-S3 cassette stove— 21.5mm (4.2mm on underside of control lever) • I Series I500-S3 cassette stove— 18mm (1.75mm on underside of control lever) •...
It is important to ensure that your fuel is intended for use in a stove or closed appliance. Modern stoves are designed for use with the cleaner burning and smokeless fuels. Arada stoves, recommends the use of approved smokeless fuels which have been deemed suitable for use on closed appliances including multi fuel stoves or boilers.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 4. Before using your stove All Arada I-Series S3 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.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 5. Air inlet controls 5.1 Air Inlet Your stove requires air to function and this can enters the appliance at 3 points (each of the lower sides and rear duct, via the air gap between main stove body and outer trim). In addition to this, when the optional direct air kit is fitted, then outside air can enter the stove via the knock out duct connectors on the underside or rear of the external outer casing.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 5.1.2 Primary Air Control 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. Sliding the control knob to the right, as far as it will go, achieves the fully open position, see Figure 3.
I-Series S3 Cassette 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.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 6. Lighting your stove 6.1 Smoke control areas Please check with your Local Authority or https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules whether your dwelling is located in a smoke control area before installation or use. 6.2 Fuel overloading The maximum amount of fuel specified in this manual should not be exceeded; overloading can cause excess smoke.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 6.6 Burning solid fuels Solid fuel burns best with its air supply for combustion coming from underneath the fuel. To achieve this, the burn will be controlled by the primary air control. A reduced setting may also be required on the secondary air control, to maintain clear glass on the door assembly.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 6.7 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.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 6.9 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.
I-Series S3 Cassette 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 setting), it produces moisture and tar, which will create condensation and deposits in the chimney.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 7.5 Riddling the firebox To riddle the grate the main fire door must be CLOSED. Using the stove gauntlet supplied, locate the operating tool onto the riddle lever, with the hole on the front tab. Move the operating tool repeatedly up and down and thus moving the grate bars, allowing for the ash to fall within the ash pan.
Fig. 11. Ash Pan & Operating Tool 7.7 Replacement parts Genuine replacement spare parts can be obtained from your Arada retailer /dealer or direct via the website at www.aradastovesandspares.com It is worth noting that the fitting of non-official parts to your stove will invalidate the guarantee.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 7.9 Adverse weather conditions If due to adverse weather conditions your stove does not operate correctly and causes the stove to emit smoke do not treat it as a nuisance, this smoke will indicate that carbon-monoxide is being emitted into the room.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 8. How heat is delivered by your stove Products Of Combustion Convection Heat Radiant Heat Through Glass Primary & Secondary Air Inlet Fig. 13. Section Through I-Series S3 Stove 8.1 Radiant heat All I-Series S3 stoves radiate heat into the room. The radiated heat is most intense at the front of the stove, especially through the door glass and less intense the further you move away from the stove.
I-Series S3 Cassette 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.
I-Series S3 Cassette 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.
I-Series S3 Cassette 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.
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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.
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 11.3 General Our guarantee is offered as an addition to your statutory rights and will not affect your statutory rights. You can obtain information about your legal rights from a Trading Standards office's or a Citizens’ Advice Bureau. If you believe your appliance is not working correctly or it has broken down, in the first instance please contact your local retailer or installer for assistance.
I-Series S3 Cassette 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 •...
I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide 14. Optional Accessories Optional accessories can be purchased from your supplying dealer or from the Arada web site. For the I Series S3 range, the following accessories are available : 4 Sided Trim 60mm Wide •...
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I-Series S3 Cassette Stove User Guide AFFIX DUPLICATE STOVE DATA LABEL HERE Arada Ltd The Fireworks, Weycroft Avenue Axminster, Devon EX13 5HU United Kingdom www.aradastoves.com T: +44 (0)1297 632 050 Spare Parts : www.aradastovesandspares.com Technical Helpline - Tel: +44 (0)1297 632 052 DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS FROM www.aradastoves.com/support...
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