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Jetmaster Slow Combustion Fireplace Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

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Slow Combustion Fireplace
Installation & Operation Instructions
November 2006

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  • Page 1 Slow Combustion Fireplace Installation & Operation Instructions November 2006...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jetmaster Fireplace. Please read carefully the installation and usage information in this booklet, if followed correctly this efficient unit will last you for a long time and will generate warmth and ambience wherever it is installed.

  • Page 4: Technical Data

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TECHNICAL DATA Heat output: 5.5kw (min) - 8kw (max) Recommended maximum room size: 275m3 Flue size: Ø150mm...

  • Page 5: General Safety

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS TO START OR REKINDLE THE FIRE. DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS OR PLACE THESE IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHEN IT IS OPERATING.

  • Page 6: Installation

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION PLACING THE UNIT IN THE ROOM Safety distances Heat is radiated from the front of the fireplace. It is therefore important to take special care that no combustible material is placed close to the opening of the fireplace. No combustible materials e.g.
  • Page 7 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: A space of at least 30mm must always be left underneath the unit. EXAMPLE: If the unit is build in at a height of 2 bricks from the floor level, a gap of approximately 130mm will be left underneath the unit.

  • Page 8: Roof, Ceiling & Flue Requirements

    Excessive suction could lead to overheating of the unit and the flue pipe. Consult your nearest Jetmaster agent for assistance, when longer flue sections are planned.
  • Page 9 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Roof pitch less than 10° Then If the flue is closer than 600mm The flue termination must be at to the apex of the roof least 600mm above the roof apex. The flue termination must be at...
  • Page 10 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Ceiling penetration The ceiling boards must be protected from the heat that will be generated by the flue pipe. It is therefore important to comply with the following. The flue diameter is Ø150mm. An Ø175mm hole must be cut in the ceiling, thus leaving a 12-13mm gap all round the flue pipe.
  • Page 11 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Roof Cavity It is important that all combustible materials in the ceiling cavity be protected from the heat radiated by the flue pipe. It is recommended that the complete flue run in the ceiling cavity be insulated, using ceramic wool.
  • Page 12 The steel flue must be thoroughly insulated from the thatch. This can be done effectively by fitting a sleeve through the thatch, around the steel flue. NOTE: For these roofs, only a Jetmaster rotating cowl must be fitted to the flue. See the section on flue termination.

  • Page 13: Build In Units

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BUILD IN UNITS Building in this version of the slow combustion fireplace, requires 3 basic steps: • Building in the outer casing • Fitting the unit into the outer casing • Finishing by fitting the outer frames.
  • Page 14 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS • Allow a gap of 10mm to 25mm between brickwork, and all sides of the casing (except for the bottom). This gap is vital to allow for expanding steel parts while the unit is being used. This gap is typically filled with the ceramic wool that is prescribed to be used.
  • Page 15 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Push the unit all the way back until it reaches a dead stop. Guide on Unit Guide inside outer casing The unit is held in place by gravity. There is no mechanical fastening required.
  • Page 16 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Hook the main frame in place, and slide down. Then hook the bottom frame in place...

  • Page 17: Operating The Unit

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE UNIT NOTE: The stove may emit an irritating gas when used for the first time, and it may smell a little. The gas is not toxic, but it is recommended to open a window or a door to provide additional ventilation in the room.

  • Page 18: Aeration Settings

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Aeration settings The burn pattern is set by controlling the air flow entering the unit. This is done by sliding the aeration lever left and right. Aeration Slider Sliding LEFT reduces the airflow, and causes a slower and cooler burn.

  • Page 19: Wood Selection

    SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The initial heat-up period will depend on the local atmosphere conditions and the type and amount of wood that is burned. Under most conditions this heat-up period will be between 10 and 20 minutes, but it could be even longer.

  • Page 20: Care & Maintenance

    For thorough cleaning from time to time, all ashes can be vacuumed out, and the inside can be wiped down, with a soft, moist cloth. The inside can be touched in with Jetmaster heat resistant paint. DO NOT use any other type of paint.
  • Page 21 SLOW COMBUSTION FIREPLACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The outside of the unit The outer surfaces of the unit can be cleaned using a soft moist cloth. When necessary, general purpose household cleaners can be used to remove dirt. Always ensure that the unit is dry, after cleaning. Excessive moistened areas, or areas where water might have collected, must be avoided at all times to limit the possibility for corrosion.
  • Page 22 For example, do not jam logs into the combustion chamber allowing one end to jam onto the board. Also, when cleaning, do not scrape against this board with hard objects. Replacement logo boards are available from your local Jetmaster agent. To replace the board: •...
  • Page 23 • When a valid claim arises under this Warranty, Jetmaster will, as its sole option, either repair or replace the fireplace, having firstly been investigated by the appointed Distributor of Jetmaster.
  • Page 24 JETMASTER (PTY) LTD PO BOX 43178, INDUSTRIA 2042 SOUTH AFRICA 0800005858 (Toll-Free) Gauteng Gauteng (Johannesburg) (Pretoria) 1316 Clubhouse Street Menlyn Shopping Centre Maraisburg, Johannesburg Shop LF 8/9 Tel: (011) 661 5900 Pretoria Fax: (011) 661 5931 Tel: (012) 348 7741...

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