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Summarization of Contents
Introduction and Safety
Safety Precautions
Safety is the most important consideration for stove use and installation, adhering to fire safety standards.
Unpacking the Stove
Your stove will have several of its components stored inside the stove itself for transportation.
Installation Requirements
Installation of your stove must comply with relevant local and national Building Regulations and fire safety standards.
Operating Instructions
Clean Air Act and Smoke Control Areas
Details requirements for using the stove in smoke control areas and its suitability for burning seasoned wood.
Fuel Guidelines
Guidance on suitable types of wood, moisture content, and fuels to avoid for optimal stove performance.
Stove Controls
Air Inlet Systems
Explanation of the Primary, Secondary (air-wash), and Tertiary air inlet systems and their function.
Lighting the Fire
Pre-Lighting Checks
Ensures chimney suitability, ventilation, and correct installation before the first fire.
Essential Instructions Before Use
Initial Paint Curing
Instructions for curing the high-temperature paint finish through a series of controlled fires.
Stove Tempering
Guidance on gradually increasing fire temperature and log size over several hours for stove tempering.
Ignition Procedure
Starting a Fire
Step-by-step guide for starting a fire after initial setup, including air vent adjustments.
Refuelling
Refuelling Process
Instructions on adding fuel, managing air vents, and maintaining efficient burn rates.
Fuel Management
Low Fire Bed Refuelling
Guidance on refuelling with few embers to prevent smoke emission.
Fuel Overloading Warning
Warning against exceeding fuel capacity to prevent excess smoke.
Usage Guidelines
Operation with Door Open
Warning against operating the appliance with the door left open except as directed.
Dampers Operation
Warning against operating with air controls or dampers left open except as directed.
Clean Air Act Compliance
Confirms suitability for smoke control areas and notes initial fumes from high-temperature paint.
Output Ratings and Usage
Details output ratings based on fuel load and advises against constant extended use or overnight burning.
Abnormal Weather Conditions
Guidance on ceasing use if abnormal conditions like downdrafts prevent good combustion.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Regular Cleaning
Essential for safety and efficiency; ash-pan checks and emptying are required after each use.
Flue System Cleaning
Minimum annual cleaning/sweeping of the flue system by a qualified professional.
Baffle Plate Inspection
Baffle plates should be checked twice yearly for debris and signs of over-firing.
Firebrick Inspection
Inspect firebricks for cracks; minor cracks are normal, but significant worsening may need attention.
Maintenance Details
Stove Interior Cleaning
Vacuum or brush out the inner stove box thoroughly.
Door Seal Check
Visually check the glass seal and retaining clips on the door frame.
Door Seal Replacement
Check door seal for flexibility; replace 10mm-Soft rope if it no longer seals fully.
Paint Touch-Up
Blemishes or scratches can be touched up with high-temperature stove paint.
Exterior Cleaning
Dust the outer body with a soft duster when cold; use a lightly moistened cloth for stubborn marks.
Glass Cleaning
Clean inside glass with stove cleaner or 'Atmosfire Dry Wiper' when cool; avoid abrasive methods.
Paint Finish Durability
High-temperature paint lasts years; use heat-resistant spray paint for re-finishing.
Post-Storage Check
Check stove and flue system for blockages before re-lighting after prolonged periods of non-use.
Baffle Plate Position
Clarity 5, 8, and 12 Models
Diagrams showing correct baffle plate positioning bolted to the back plate.
Clarity Vision Model
Ensure baffle plate sits on Tertiary air bar with lugs above the door opening.
Clarity Double Sided Model
Baffle plates sit on flat bars in front of tertiary cross bar and lugs above doors.
Guarantee and Troubleshooting
Product Guarantee
Five-year guarantee on the main body, requiring registration within 30 days of purchase.
Chimney Fire Procedure
Steps to take in the event of a chimney fire, including cutting air supply and evacuating.
Stove Difficulty Lighting
Troubleshooting common causes like damp fuel, poor draught, logs too big, or blocked chimney.
Troubleshooting Stove Issues
Fuel Burning Too Quickly
Addresses causes like strong chimney draught, incorrect fuel type/size, and suggests damper use.
Smoke Entering Room
Troubleshooting insufficient air supply, blocked chimney, poor draught, or gas condensation.
Common Stove Problems
Glass Gets Dirty Quickly
Identifies causes like top vents not open, primary vent left open, or poor fuel quality.
Not Enough Heat Produced
Troubleshooting poor fuel quality, draught issues, insufficient air supply, or wrong stove size.
Too Much Heat in Room
Addresses excessive chimney draw, too much air supply, or the stove being too large for the room.
Advanced Troubleshooting
Grate/Baffle Plate Deformation
Common causes include excessive chimney draw, primary air supply, incorrect fuel, or overloading.
Problem Diagnosis
Email for support with details on fuel type, burning rate, and moisture content for accurate diagnosis.
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