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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Lighting the Fire
Kindling Specifications
Details on the type, length, diameter, and amount of kindling for lighting the fire.
Lighting Procedure Steps
Step-by-step instructions for lighting the fire, including damper and air controls.
Adding Logs
Feeding Wood Specifications
Specifications for chopped wood, including length, diameter, and amounts for normal and max use.
Using Booster for Adding Logs
Instructions on using the booster function when embers have died down to restart logs.
Important Lighting Warning
Warning about quick lighting, smouldering combustion, and potential firebox damage.
Choosing Fuel
Wood Moisture Content Requirements
Details the importance of drying wood to below 20% moisture for optimal combustion.
Prohibited Fuels
Lists materials that must not be burned, such as fossil fuels, plastics, and treated wood.
Candle Usage Warning
Warning against using old candle stubs due to damage to the stove's damper system.
First Time Lighting Odour
Notes that a new fireplace may emit an odour during initial use, which will disappear.
Stove Maintenance
Securing the Door in Open Position
Instructions on how to secure the fireplace door in an open position using a push button.
UK Smoke Control Areas
Clean Air Act and Smoke Control Areas
Explanation of smoke control areas, exemptions, and local authority responsibilities.
Refuelling Advice for Low Fire Bed
Guidance on how to refuel onto a low fire bed to prevent excessive smoke emission.
Fuel Overloading Warning
Warning against exceeding the maximum specified amount of fuel to avoid excess smoke.
Operation with Door Left Open
Warning that operating with the door open can cause excess smoke.
Operation with Dampers Left Open
Warning that open air controls or dampers can cause excess smoke.
CO Alarms Requirement
Information on the building regulation requirement for fitting a carbon monoxide alarm.
Health and Safety Precautions
Handling and Site Safety
Guidance on adequate facilities for loading, unloading, and site handling.
Fire Cement Safety
Information on fire cement being caustic and precautions for skin contact.
Asbestos Warning
Statement that the stove contains no asbestos and advice for potential disturbance.
Metal Parts Safety During Installation
Advice to take care to avoid personal injury when installing or servicing metal parts.
Stove Performance Reference
Refers to the manufacturer's main manual for details on stove performance.
Preparatory Work and Safety Checks
Warning about not installing into a shared chimney and avoiding extractor fans.
Chimney Installation and Requirements
Chimney Height and Draught Requirements
Details on sufficient chimney height for adequate draught and preventing smoke issues.
Existing Chimney Suitability
Checks for sound structure, no faults, correct cross-section, and required flue liners.
New Chimney System Design
Requirements for new chimney systems, fluepipe suitability, and bend limitations.
Combustible Material Clearance
Guidance on separation of combustible material near fireplaces or flues.
Draught Stabiliser Installation
Advice on fitting a draught stabiliser if excessive draught is found in the chimney.
Soot Door Provision
Requirement for accessible soot doors for chimney sweeping.
Hearth Requirements
Details on hearth levelness, ability to accommodate weight, and non-combustible material needs.
Combustion Air Supply
Ensuring adequate air supply for efficient and safe operation, especially in new builds.
Connection to Chimney
How stoves connect to chimneys, joint sealing, and sweeping access.
HETAS Approval and Important Notes
HETAS Ltd Approval
Confirms appliance approval by HETAS Ltd for burning wood logs only.
Warning Note on Fume Emission
Immediate actions to take if persistent fume emission occurs, including ventilation and evacuation.
General Installation and Commissioning Checks
Checks before lighting, installation work, and commissioning are completed correctly.
CO Alarm Requirement and Response
Ensuring a CO alarm is fitted and responding to its unexpected sounding.
Air Controls Operation
Guidance on managing manual air controls to adjust airflow to the stove.
Use of Fireguard
Requirement to use a fireguard for safety with children or infirm persons.
Chimney Cleaning Schedule
Advice on chimney sweeping frequency and prior to lighting after shutdown.
Periods of Prolonged Non-Use
Instructions for leaving air controls open during prolonged non-use to reduce condensation.
Extractor Fan Restriction
Warning against fitting an extractor fan in the same room to prevent fume emission.
User Operating Instructions
Aerosol Spray Safety
Warning not to use aerosol sprays on or near the stove when it is alight.
Use of Operating Tools
Advice to always use provided tools when handling hot parts.
Chimney Fire Procedure
Steps to take if a chimney fire occurs, including closing dampers and contacting fire brigade.
Permanent Air Vent Requirement
Requirement for a permanent air supply vent for safe and efficient operation.
Recommended Fuels
Notes that HETAS approval covers wood logs only and advises on wood seasoning.
Troubleshooting Malfunctions
Poor Draft After New Installation
Checks for chimney dimensions, obstructions, and external factors affecting draft.
Difficulty Lighting Fire or Fire Dies Quickly
Checks for dry wood, house pressure, blocked air ducts, open damper, and initial fire build.
Excessive Soot on Glass
Causes of soot on glass: damp wood, low firebox temperature, and incorrect start-up fire.
Smoke Odour Around Firebox
Causes of smoke odour, often related to wind direction or door opening during flames.
Discoloured Painted Parts
Reason for discolouration is excessive temperature, often due to overloading or wrong fuel.
Waste Management and Sweeping
Waste Management and Recycling
Instructions for sorting and recycling stove packaging materials.
Hot Surfaces and Fire Safety
Warnings about hot surfaces, heat radiation, flammable materials, and smouldering combustion.
Ash-pan Emptying
Reminder to empty the ash-pan when full to prevent blocked air supply.
Chimney Sweeping Procedure
Advice on sweeping chimney ducts and connections, and actions during a chimney fire.
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