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Operating & Installation Manual The Apex Multifuel Stove PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Rev 3 2004 Part No: AFS1130...
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Every detail on the fire has been carefully engineered and designed which is why we are so confident in the reliability of our product. Should you have any questions about our Apex Stoves that are not covered in this manual, please contact the Aarrow dealer in your...
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Page INSTALLATION Page Safety Notices General Precautions The Principle of the Fire Handling Check List Hearth Technical Data Combustible Materials OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Firebox Liner Panels Firebox Linings and Throat Plate Removal Throat Plate Inspection Airwash System Fitting the Optional Floor Fixing Kit Multi-Purpose Operating Tool Assembling the Multifuel Grate Riddling...
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TO USE THESE FUELS WILL INVALIDATE THE APPLIANCE GUARANTEE www.solidfuel.co.uk IF IN DOUBT CONTACT THE SOLID FUEL ASSOCIATION TELEPHONE NUMBER 0800 600 000 THE USE OF SPARE PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY ARADA LTD WILL INVALIDATE THE APPLIANCE GUARANTEE. Apex Multifuel Stoves...
•Use gloves to provide additional grip. Aarrow Fires are also fitted with an "air wash" so called because it provides a curtain of high speed preheated air behind the glass to help keep it clean and to provide secondary air/over draught.
CHECK LIST Inside the appliance you should find the following: Part Description Apex &Visual Aid Part No. Multifuel (not to scale) 1. Grate bars AFS001 2. Fuel retainers AFS1012 3. Throat plate AFS1102 4. Flue spigot 1(5”) AFS010 5. Hot plate 1(5”)
Max Output to Water (kW) 2 kW Height (mm) Width (mm) Depth (mm) Height to Centre of the Rear 432.5 Flue (mm) Depth from Back to Centre of Flue (mm) 127mm Flue Diameter (5”) Weight unpacked 55kg packed 60 kg Apex Multifuel Stoves...
PRIMARY AIR FOR MULTIFUEL Air enters the appliance through the control on the bottom of the fire door. The Aarrow Apex has a single control knob which slides left to right. Sliding the knob to the right will increase the Fig.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MULTI - PURPOSE OPERATING TOOL Your Aarrow fire comes with a multi-purpose tool, which is used for, riddling and setting the multifuel grate position and for emptying the ash pan. (Fig. 4) Fig. 5a loosening fire door. Fig. 4...
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(fig 6c) Fig. 6c Replacing glass. •Replace the two retaining bars. •Replace the four glass clips. Do not over-tighten the screws as damage may occur to the glass. •Replace the fire door. Apex Multifuel Stoves...
Do not attempt to re-light the fire until the are non-toxic, but which certain persons may find cause of the fume emission has been identified and have an unpleasant or irritant effect. Ensure that corrected. the area is well ventilated during this time. Apex Multifuel Stoves...
Replace the ash pan and close ash door. Close the fire down. CLINKER The formation of clinker suggests that the unit is being over-fired. Any clinker forming on the grate should be removed when cold. Apex Multifuel Stoves...
FIREBOX LINER PANELS REMOVAL OF THE THROAT PLATE Blocked chimneys cause dangerous fumes to The Apex Multifuel stoves have reflective liners to escape. Remove the throat plate at least monthly to the sides and back. The throat plate sits on top of clean.
GRATE BAR REPLACEMENT GRATE After extended use it may be necessary to replace The grates in the Apex Multifuel units comprise a some of the grate bars. Periodic inspection of the series of reciprocating cast iron bars seated on a bars is recommended and the removal of any nails pivoted "comb".
Factory made insulated chimney complying with BS 4543: Part 2 (often called "Class 1 prefabricated metal chimney"). These types of chimney should be installed in accordance with the Building Regulations and BS 7566: Parts 1 to 4. Apex Multifuel Stoves...
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Bookshops and can also be viewed at the ODPM www.nace.org.uk website at www.safety.odpm.gov.uk/bregs/brads.htm NACS (National Association of Chimney Details on the relevant Building Regulations and Sweeps): telephone 01785 811732 BS British Standards are given in the "General www.chimneyworks.co.uk Apex Multifuel Stoves...
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BS7566 P WITH BUILDING REGULATIONS AND IEW OF REGISTER PLATE AND CLEARANCES FOR NON INSULATED FLUES A is minimum clearance for non-insulated flue = 1.5 x D to a non-combustible surface/material 3 x D to combustible surface/material Apex Multifuel Stoves...
Design and calculations Apex multifuel stoves offer the option of a slab for individual heating systems should be carried out boiler, which occupies the position of the rear by a qualified heating engineer.
What is the height and distance of the hot water tank above the stove? A checklist (Pre-lighting Checks) appears in the Operating Instructions, but in addition to this the installer should: Apex Multifuel Stoves...
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I/we the undersigned confirm that the above details are correct. In my opinion, these works comply with the relevant requirements in Part J of Schedule 1 to the Building regulations. Print name and title....................Profession................Capacity........................Telephone................Address................................Post code........Signed......................Date......... Registered membership of..(e.g. CORGI, OFTEC, HETAS, NACE, NACS)..........Apex Multifuel Stoves...
Aarrow fire. If you think your fire is not working correctly or in When you buy an Aarrow Fire, you are not only the case of a breakdown, please call your local buying a first class appliance - you are buying a...
Work Carried Out Signature Date of Visit Should you have any questions about your Apex Multifuel Stove that is not covered in this manual please contact your Aarrow retailer. Please keep all repair receipts safely. Please ensure you have this manual available when an engineer visits as they will complete the service record chart.
FINAL FACTORY CHECK LIST Model........Serial No......QUALITY FINISH I’ve checked it PARTS and it’s O.K. FLUE OUTLET HOT PLATE FUEL RETAINERS GRATE BAR Assembled by......FIREBOX LININGS THROAT PLATE Checked by ........ AIR WASH DOOR CATCHES ASH PAN OPERATING TOOL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Please ensure the enclosed registration card is completed and returned to Arada Ltd and the following infor- mation completed for your own information.
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