FDC 8 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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FDC 4, 5, 5 Wide & 8 FREESTANDING
4, 5, 5 & 8 kW Nominal Outputs
Installation and Operating
Please hand these instructions to the stove user when the installation is complete.
Leave the stove ready for operation and instruct the user in the correct use of the
Important: – These products must be installed by a suitably
The FDC 5, FDC 5W & FDC 8 stoves only have been exempted under the Clean Air Act 1993
to burn seasoned wood logs in designated smokeless zones in the UK. This is subject to the
correct fitting of the air control plate (the part and fitting instructions are supplied separately)
maintaining the air wash control at a minimum opening at all times. Instructions for wood
burning MUST be followed in order to ensure compliance at all times.
T: 01722 716 161
STOVE RANGE
TTi
With Patented
Instructions
appliance and operation of controls.
qualified installer.
DEFRA Clean Air Act Exemption
FDC (UK) LIMITED
Unit C4, Dinton Business Park
Catherine Ford Road
Dinton, Salisbury
WILTSHIRE
SP3 5HZ
F: 01722 716 162
Air System
e:
sales@fdcsalisbury.co.uk

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Installation Instructions
Warnings and Important Safety Information
Essential safety warnings and compliance information for stove installation.
Installation Information
Chimney Requirements
Details on chimney height, condition, diameter, and sweeping.
Ventilation Requirements
Guidance on necessary ventilation for safe and efficient operation.
Flue Draught Specifications
Required flue draught range for optimal appliance performance.
Chimney Connection Details
Instructions for connecting the stove to the chimney, including flue pipe.
Material Clearances
Safety distances required from combustible surfaces.
Hearth Requirements
Specifications for hearth construction and placement.
Commissioning and Handover
Procedures for final checks, initial firing, and user advice.
Operating Instructions
DEFRA Clean Air Act Compliance
Information on using the stove in smoke control areas.
Air Controls Operation
Explanation of primary, secondary, and tertiary air controls.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Instructions for cleaning the glass, body, and interior.
Recommended Fuels
Guidance on approved fuels for the stove.
Wood Burning Best Practices
Tips for efficient burning and refuelling with wood.
Smokeless Fuel Burning Guide
Specific instructions for burning Ancit and other smokeless fuels.
Lighting the Stove
Step-by-step guide for starting the fire.
Re-fuelling Procedures
How to add fuel for wood and smokeless fuels.
Shutting Down the Stove
Instructions for safely extinguishing the fire.
Long-Term Shutdown
How to prepare the stove for periods of disuse.
Routine Maintenance
Regular checks and upkeep for the appliance.
Safety Notes and Guidance
General Safety Warnings and Procedures
Covers overfiring, fume emission, chimney fires, and CO alarms.
Stove Dimensions
FDC 4 Stove Dimensions
Technical drawings and measurements for the FDC 4 model.
FDC 5 Stove Dimensions
Technical drawings and measurements for the FDC 5 model.
FDC 5W Stove Dimensions
Technical drawings and measurements for the FDC 5W model.
FDC 8 Stove Dimensions
Technical drawings and measurements for the FDC 8 model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common User Queries and Answers
Answers to common questions regarding installation, operation, and maintenance.

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