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1. WMAN FIREPLACES LTD VISTA SE Defra approved smoke exempt wood burning stoves Installation amp user instructions To be left with customer VISTA MAGNIFICO SE VISTA PERFETTO SE CE Contents Pre installation checks amp general safety notes The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas Installation introduction including technical data 1 0 Technical data 2 0 Installation introduction 2 1 Unpacking the stove 2 2 Installing the stove 2 2 1 Assembling the baffle 2 3 Stove placement clearance requirements 2 4 The chimney 2 5 Pipe connections 2 6 Connecting to a masonry chimney 2 7 Connecting to a steel chimney 2 8 Draft conditions 2 9 Assembling the handle 2 95 Commissioning and handover 3 0 User Manual 3 1 Choice of fuel 3 2 Use 3 2 1 Use with wood 3 2 2 Ash Removal 3 3 Maintenance 3 3 1 Cleaning glass 3 3 2 External surface cleaning 3 3 3 Gaskets 3 4 Operational problems troubleshooting 3 5 Replacement parts Pre installation checks amp general safety notes Installation of this stove must be completed in accordance with current local codes and regulations in each country All local regulations amp any rules in force including those which refer to national and European standards must be observed when installing this product Reference must be made to current issues of British Standard BS 8303 code of practice for installation of domestic heating and cooking appliance2. Chimney draft If the chimney draft is naturally poor it is better to install the flue from the top of the stove so as to minimize any internal resistance of the flue gases Avoid having any more than 2 bends in the flue system and limit the length of the offset between bends Refer to building regulations and any other rules in force Fresh air supply Refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 Vista Magnifico SE amp Vista Perfetto SE nominal heat output 4 9kw A wood burning stove requires air for combustion and therefore you may need to install additional ventilation to the room An adequate air supply for ventilation amp combustion is required to the room into which the stove is installed As this stove is CE tested to 4 9KW nominal heat output Refer to Building Regulations Document J a purpose provided air vent is not normally required However in certain circumstances a purpose provided air vent may be required such as insufficient natural ventilation or date of building construction etc Purpose provided air vents must be of the correct size and be non closable and unrestricted refer to building regulation amp any other rules in force Do not use any extractor fans or any other similar devices in the room into which the stove is installed Air inlet vents should be positioned in the room at locations to avoid them becoming blocked If the air supply is inadequ
3. Wooden floor protection The product can be placed directly onto a wooden floor providing that it is covered by a metal plate or other suitable non inflammable material The minimum thickness is 12mm Any flooring made of combustible material such as linoleum carpets etc must be removed from under the floor plate Requirements for protecting combustible flooring in front rear amp sides of the stove_must be in accordance with national laws and regulations amp any rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 See figure 2 Figure 2 Product Min distance to combustible wall Min distance from product to brick wall Min distance to combustible wall protected by firewall LY MMM S LUA A t t a t A VY NY h i f T j p i 3 Wa Us MU Ms Whit Min measure floorplate X Y Acc to national standards and regulations Combustible wall Wy yyy pze Dimensions refer to untreated products After painting or Vl Vee LLULL N D enamelling dimensions may have small divergences Ca Contact your local building authority regarding restrictions and installation requirements Walls protection Note The side load door must not be used in corner installations if this product is a side load door version Distance to wall made of combustible material See figure 2 amp refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 200
4. combustible materials in front of the stove should be a minimum of 115 cm When lit a wood burning stove gets hot and therefore adequate protection must be provided particularly in situations where there is a safety risk to children or the infirm When using this stove in situations where children aged and or infirm persons are present a fireguard manufactured in accordance with BS 8423 2002 must be used and such persons must be supervised at all times It is also recommended that all other people should use a fireguard in accordance with BS 8423 2002 at all times when the stove is alight or hot 2 4 The chimney Refer to current building regulations amp any other rule in force including British standard BS EN 15287 1 2007 and BS 8303 This product must never be connected to any shared chimney An efficient modern stove places heavy demands on the chimney and you should have the chimney regularly swept and inspected by your approved chimney sweep The installer must ensure that the chimney is examined for soundness and suitability before the appliance is installed Remedial action should be taken if required seeking expert advice if necessary Where the chimney is believed to have previously served an open fire installation it is possible that the higher flue gas temperatures from a closed appliance may loosen deposits that were previously firmly adhered with the consequent risk of flue blockage It is therefore recommended that the chimn
5. opened slowly avoiding a sudden rush of intake air so that smoke does not escape into the room Operation with door left open Operation with the door open can cause excessive smoke The appliance must not be operated with the appliance door left open except as directed in the instructions Figure 4 Secondary air wash control ola OPEN s CLOSE Primary air control Riddling control Very Important The stove door should never be opened when the stove is being fired vigorously We would strongly recommend that you do not leave your stove alight at night It harms the environment and constitutes very poor use of the wood as the gases in the wood do not ignite at the low temperature but settle as soot unburned gases in the chimney and stove Extreme conditions such as poor draught in the chimney large quantities of wood or wet wood may in the worst case scenario cause an explosive ignition When firing in the summer period when there is minimal need for heat the combustion will be poor The stove provides too much heat so the combustion should be reduced But always remember to make sure that there are lasting flames until the wood becomes charcoal If you want a weaker fire stoke up using less wood After a prolonged shut down period the stove and chimney system should be checked to ensure that there is no blockage For example a bird may have nested at t
6. 7 Distance to walls covered by a firewall See figure 2 amp refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 Firewall requirement Refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 The firewall must be at least 100 mm thick and be made of brick concrete stone or light concrete Other materials and structures with satisfactory documentation may also be used Note When installing this stove into a non combustible chimney or non combustible wall providing all surrounding non combustible walls have a minimum thickness of 200mm the clearance between the rear amp sides of stove can be reduced to 50mm refer to building regulations amp any rules in force However it is recommended that the measurement between the sides amp rear of stove to be as large as possible above this dimension as the efficiency of this stove is dependent on the clearances as shown in figure 2 Ceiling protection Refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 There must be a minimum distance of 1200 mm to any combustible ceiling above the fireplace Clearances to furniture and soft furnishings We recommend that the stove be installed 115 cm from furniture Serious consideration should also be given to positioning of any furniture that could be adversely affected by heat The clearances to
7. This is very dangerous may damage the product and pollute the atmosphere 3 2 Use Odours when using the stove for the first time Painted products 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 the room should be thoroughly ventilated Let the fire burn with a high draught until all traces of the gas have disappeared and no smoke or smells can be detected Evacuate all people from the room until all odours have cleared If for any reason the odours do not clear extinguish the fire amp seek professional assistance Enameled products Condensation may form on the surface of the stove the first few times it is used This must be wiped off to prevent permanent stains forming when the surface heats up taking adequate precautions and protection from the hot stove surface Air Control See figure 4 Always use the key provided to operate the air controls The amount of heat emitted by the stove is regulated using two air controls The primary air supply where air passes up through the riddling grate is controlled using the rotating air control situated below the glass on the front door turn clockwise to close and anti clockwise to open The secondary air air wash system which is supplied to the combustion over the glass is controlled using the upper air control lever move to the left to close and to the right to open A third air inlet normally named tertiar
8. ate the chimney draft may be too weak with the possible result that the stove will not burn properly leading to a potentially dangerous situation Smoke spillage may also occur during the refueling process When determining the ventilation requirements account will need to be made for any other combustion devices in the room 2 8 Draft conditions If smoke spillage occurs when the fire door is opened it is probably due to poor chimney draft This type of stove requires at least 12 pa of chimney draft to achieve satisfactory combustion and smoke spillage prevention However in cases where the stove door is opened too vigorously you could expect that slight smoke spillage may occur If you have any doubts you may want to have your installer measure the draft in the chimney Draft conditions The chimney s draft is the resulting effect within the flue caused by the difference in temperature within the flue and the cooler temperature outside Other factors that can influence the level of draft include the length of the flue insulation of the chimney adverse weather conditions or tall buildings or trees nearby the flue terminal Poor draft occurs when e The atmospheric temperature difference is too low e g a poorly insulated chimney If the chimney is excessively cool it may help to prime the flue before the fire is lit Just place a screwed up sheet of newspaper in the flue way of the stove and ignite The outside temperature is too
9. d administrations The Vista Magnifico SE and Vista Perfetto SE have been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning wood Installation introduction with technical data 1 0 Technical data Vista Magnifico SE amp Vista Perfetto SE Material Cast iron Finish High temp resistant paint Fuel Wood Approved wood logs Log length 32cm maximum Stove outlet collar positions Top and rear Stove collar dimension Internal diameter 125mm 113cm2 cross section Approx weight 89kgs Dimensions distances etc Figure 2 Technical data according to EN 13240 A2 2004 Technical data according to EN 13240 A2 2004 Nominal heat output 4 9kw wood Flue gas mass flow 3 4 g sec wood Recommended chimney draught 12 Pa Efficiency 82 1 wood CO emission 13 O3 0 40 wood Flue gas temperature 244 C wood Operational mode Intermittent 2 0 Installation 2 1 Unpacking the stove After removing the outer packaging unbolt the combustion chamber from the wooden pallet and place it gently on its back The cardboard packaging can be placed underneath to prevent marring Remove the leg pack from the stove and bolt each leg securely to the underside of the base on the combustion chamber using the bolts provided found inside the stove Note There are lower bolts supplied for fitment into holes in the base of each leg these are adjustable to allow level adjustment of stove to uneven surfaces We recomm
10. ddling control amp removal amp replacement of ash pan when necessary e It is recommended that when operating this stove an approved heat resistant five fingered glove is used of the correct size for the user e Where the chimney is believed to have previously served an open fire installation it is possible that the higher flue gas temperatures from a closed appliance may loosen deposits that were previously firmly adhered with the consequent risk of flue blockage It is therefore recommended that the chimney be swept a second time within a month of regular use after installation e Chimneys and connectors should be cleaned at least twice a year by an approved Chimney Sweep At least once before heating season and at least once after e If the stove is to be left unused for a prolonged period of time then it should be given a thorough clean to remove ash and unburned fuel residues To enable a good flow of air through the appliance to reduce condensation and subsequent damage leave the air controls fully open e It is important that the flue connection any appliance baffles or throat plates and the chimney are swept prior to lighting up after prolonged shutdown periods e An approved Carbon Monoxide detector must be installed into the room of stove installation If the alarm sounds unexpectedly follow the instructions given under Warning note above e WARNING NOTE Properly installed operated and maintained this stove will not
11. emit fumes into the dwelling Occasional fumes from de ashing and re fueling may occur However persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must not be tolerated If fume emission does persist then the following immediate action should be taken a Open doors and windows to ventilate the room and then leave the premises b Let the fire go out c Check the flue for chimney blockage and clean if required d Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause of the fume emission has been identified and corrected If necessary seek expert advice The most common cause of fume emission is flueway or chimney blockage For your safety these must be kept clean at all times e Never use aerosol sprays or any other combustible products in the vicinity of the stove when it is in operation or whenever the stove is hot The stove will remain hot for some time even after the fire is extinguished e Fire Safety Serious consideration should be given for the following The installation of smoke detectors a A conveniently located approved fire extinguisher to contend with small fires resulting from burning embers 7 A practical evacuation plan z A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows a Notify the fire department b Prepare all occupants for immediate evacuation c If safely possible close all air openings into the stove 3 1 Choice of fuel Recommended fuel Wood Use hard wood logs Although you can fire th
12. end that two people perform the assembly and installation procedure 2 2 Installing this stove The stove and chimney installations MUST comply with all current National and Local Building Regulations and any rules in force including current issues of British Standard BS 8303 code of practice for installation of domestic heating and cooking appliances burning solid mineral fuel and British Standards BS EN 15287 1 2007 design installation and commissioning of chimneys your approved dealer or your local building control officer can advise regarding this Ultimately it is you and your installer who is responsible to ensure that the installation complies with all relevant regulations and any rules in force Cae 7 2 2 1 Assembling the baffle See EN f lq j bi a is figure 1 1 p Pe AN After the stove is located check the baffle is in 2 correct position See figure 1 1 This shows how to 4 locate the baffle Before lighting the stove for the 9 first time confirm the baffle is in correct location aa 2a stove placement learance i 2 3 Stove placement clearance CoH me pe requirements ee Da This stove must only be installed onto floors with CS E Tu an adequate load bearing capacity If an existing construction does not meet this requirement Figure DEN suitable measures e g load distributing plate must be taken
13. ey be swept a second time within a month of regular use after installation The cross sectional area of the chimney at its narrowest point must comply with National and Local Building Regulations Generally the area needed for a smoke exempt wood burning stove installation should measure at least 125 mm internal diameter An over sized chimney is generally hard to keep warm and results in poor draft In cases where there is an oversized masonry chimney it is recommended that the chimney be lined using an appropriate chimney lining system with the correct internal diameter With respect to the chimney termination all chimneys should terminate in accordance with national and Local Building Regulations Note that National and Local Regulations also apply with regard to the placement of chimneys and flues in connection with thatched roofs The chimney or flue system must be equipped with access doors for inspection and cleaning The size of the cleaning door in the chimney must at least equal to that of the cross sectional area of the chimney In the event that a chimney fire occurs resulting from faulty operation or prolonged use of damp wood fuel close the air vents completely and contact your local fire department immediately 2 5 Pipe connections The stove is supplied with a 125mm diameter outlet collar to which an approved suitable gauged metal rigid stove flue pipe of compatible and correct size is installed not supplied this rigid sto
14. g expert advice if necessary Where the chimney is believed to have previously served an open fire installation it is possible that the higher flue gas temperatures from a closed appliance may loosen deposits that were previously firmly adhered with the consequent risk of flue blockage It is therefore recommended that the chimney be swept a second time within a month of regular use after installation All dampers or restrictors must be removed from the flue This stove must be maintained to ensure safe operation amp efficiency Never use aerosol sprays or any other combustible products in the vicinity of the stove when it is in operation or whenever the stove is hot The stove will remain hot for some time even after the fire is extinguished The stove is hot while in operation and retains it heat for a long time after use When using this stove in situations where children aged amp or infirm persons are present a fireguard manufactured in accordance with BS 8423 2002 must be used amp such persons must be supervised at all times Fire cement can be caustic amp should not be allowed to come into contact with skin Refer to manufacturers instructions This stove contains no asbestos If there is any situation or possibility of disturbing any asbestos during installation seek professional advice Both an installation manual with technical data and a manual on general use and maintenance are enclosed with this product The ins
15. he top of the chimney If you fire the stove using wet wood a lot of the fuel s thermal energy will be spent forcing the water out of the wood without releasing any heat to the stove This incomplete combustion results in a layer of soot being left in the stove pipe and chimney 3 2 2 Ash removal Figure 5 How to remove ash pan Always use the key provided to operate the riddling control and to lift ash pan It is essential to keep the grate free from a heavy build up of ashes This product is equipped with a grate riddling device which is used to shake ashes off the grate into the ash pan Whenever the stove is burning without life when the mid primary air control is open use the key provided to operate the riddling lever to clear the grate of surplus ashes Always empty the ash pan at least once a day or whenever it is full of ashes Use the key provided to remove and replace ash pan into position Never allow the ash pan to overfill allowing ash to be in contact with the underside of the grate If this condition is allowed the grate will wear out pre maturely Disposal of ash Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid The closed container of ashes should be on a non combustible floor or ground well away from all combustible materials pending final disposal If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders ha
16. high e g during the summer months There is no air movement wind outside The chimney is not tall enough with the result that the terminal sits in the lee of the roof surface or in the vicinity of tall trees or neighboring buildings These conditions are also associated with downdraft where the flue gases are pushed back down the chimney e Flue draft is diluted by residual air entering the chimney e g due to inadequate fluepipe joints or leaks at the cleaning door or flue collar Unsealed unused fireplaces are connected to the chimney e The flue is blocked e g by soot due to inadequate cleaning loose debris or even a birds nest e The room to which the stove is installed is too tightly sealed See section on Fresh air supply A good draft is achieved when e The temperature difference between the flue way or chimney and outside atmosphere is high Higher temperature in flue way or chimney and cooler temperature to external atmosphere This also applies during firing when the need is greatest e The weather is clear and there is a good wind e The chimney is of the proper height i e minimum 4 meters over the stove and the termination adequately clear of the roof line e The room that the stove is installed is adequately ventilated e 2 9 Handle This stove is supplied with two handles for customer preference One is a Bakelite handle amp the other is a stainless steel tube handle Handle assembly This stove is as
17. is product with almost all kinds of wood you should not fire with wet wood or unseasoned wood Wood should to be stored under a roof for at least 1 year and preferably 2 years with free access to wind ventilation Wood should be chopped as soon as possible after felling if it is to dry quickly The wood can be used once the moisture content is less than 20 During the EN test all stoves are tested with wood with a moisture content of 16 4 Hardwood has a higher calorific value as the same volume oak ash maple birch elm beech etc Pieces of wood with a diameter greater than 10 cm should always be chopped The pieces of wood should be short enough to be able to lie flat over the layer of embers with air at both ends The maximum length of wood to be no more than 32 cm Not recommended as fuel Green or damp wood reduces stove efficiency and soils the glass the internal walls and the flue soot tar etc Used timber Burning treated wood railway sleepers telegraph poles off cuts of plywood or chip board pallets etc quickly clogs the flue ways soot tar etc pollutes the environment pollution and smell etc and cause the fire to burn too quickly and overheat Green wood and recovered wood can eventually cause a chimney fire Prohibited fuel Plastic bags any form of bituminous coal or petroleum based coke and smokeless mineral fuels Do not use the appliance as an incinerator or use any liquid fuels
18. l seals for soundness and check that the flue is functioning correctly and that all products of combustion are vented safely to atmosphere via the chimney terminal e On the completion of the installation and commissioning ensure that the operating instructions for the stove are left with the customer Ensure to advise the customer on the correct use of the appliance and warn them to use only the recommended fuel for the stove e Advise the user what to do should smoke or fumes be emitted from the stove 3 0 User Manual WARNING e This stove is a high heat producing appliance and may cause severe burns amp injury if touched to any part e Do not touch the surface of this stove when hot This stove may still be hot even after the fire is extinguished e This stove gets very hot when burning and also remains very hot for some time even when the fire is extinguished therefore adequate protection must be provided particularly in situations where there is a safety risk to children aged and the infirm When using this stove in situations where children aged and or infirm persons are present a fireguard manufactured in accordance with BS 8423 2002 must be used and such persons must be supervised at all times It is also recommended that all other people should use a fireguard in accordance with BS 8423 2002 at all times when the stove is alight or hot e Use the long key provided for operating and adjusting all air controls including the ri
19. must be sealed using suitable sealing packing rope The chimney flue must be at least 125mm internal diameter 2 7 Connecting to a steel chimney Refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 If your installation involves taking the chimney straight up and through the ceiling you must comply with National Local Building Regulations or flue manufacturer s instructions concerning clearances to combustible materials such as walls floor joists and ceilings The joint between the stove flue collar and the stove pipe must also be sealed using the glass fibre rope provided It is important that the insulated flue system is properly supported both at ceiling level and at roof level The Stove must_not bear the weight of the chimney system See chimney manufacturer s instructions Excessive weight on the stove will inhibit expansion and could lead to damage of the stove top Damage caused to the stove in this way would not be covered by the manufacturers guarantee The chimney flue must be at least 125mm internal diameter CAUTION In the event that a chimney fire occurs resulting from faulty operation or prolonged use of damp wood fuel evacuate all people from the house if safely possible close the air vents completely and contact your local fire department immediately Cleaning procedure Discuss this with chimney sweep or qualified installer prior to or during the stove installation
20. ndary air controls for 2 3 minutes or until the logs are well alight before closing the primary air and adjusting the secondary air to the desired setting 3 Always refuel onto a good bed of glowing embers 4 Never leave the primary air spin wheel open other than when lighting and re fuelling the appliance 5 Never overload the firebox 6 Never leave the appliance unattended for long periods and always ensure that the newly charged logs are burning well before leaving the room Wood is a material that contains a great deal of gas approximately 75 The gases are released when the wood is ignited and heated up For this reason it is important that the gases are ignited quickly after stoking If the wood just lies smoldering especially after re stoking a lot of smoke is created which in the worst case may cause an explosive ignition of the gasses resulting in damage to the stove In order to ignite the gases that are released from the wood and to keep clear lasting flames during the combustion process it is important to let in the required quantity of oxygen air supply at all times The setting of the air supply the method of ignition and the lighting intervals depend on the draught in the chimney the wind and weather the amount of heat required amp fuel etc This means that it may take some time before you get to know the correct functioning of the stove under any given circumstances Note To load fuel the door should be
21. ression with mechanical ventilation open a window until the fire is well established e Ventilation e Consult a chimney insufficient specialist e Check that the flue is not obstructed sweep if necessary e Down draught e Install an anti down draught cowl Consult your Dealer e Room e In houses equipped decompression with Mechanical Ventilation an outside air intake must be installed for the chimney e Smokes while burning e Incorrect Fuels e Use fuel Low heat output Recommended 3 5 _Replacement parts Only use replacement parts recommended by the manufacturer Modifications to this appliance must not be made WMAN FIREPLACES LTD Address Units 6 amp 7 Rawreth Barns Dollyman s Farm Doublegate Lane Rawreth Wickford Essex SS11 8UD Tel 01268 763586 Fax 01268 762366
22. s burning solid mineral fuel and BS EN 15287 1 2007 design installation and commissioning of chimneys Note Please note that it is a legal requirement under England amp Wales Building Regulations that the installation of this stove is undertaken under Local Authority Building Control or is installed by a competent person registered with a Government Approved Competent Persons Scheme Hetas Ltd operate such a scheme and a listing of their registered Competent Persons can be found on their website at www hetas co uk An approved Carbon Monoxide alarm must be installed into the room into which the stove is installed This stove must not be installed into a flue that shares any other appliance Extractions fans or units must not be installed into the room of stove installation The installer has a responsibility to ensure that all requirements of Health amp Safety At Work Act are observed amp implemented Due to the weight of this stove adequate facilities must be available for loading un loading amp installation Always ensure that there is an adequate air supply into the room containing the stove It is very important that flue ways are regularly swept amp checked by an approved person It is recommended that sweeping and checking should be done at least twice each year The installer must ensure that the chimney is examined for soundness and suitability before the appliance is installed Remedial action should be taken if required seekin
23. sembled with one type of handle when manufactured If your preference is to use the other handle supplied then please refer to the handle assembly picture for instructions on how to change It is recommended that an approved five fingered heat proof glove of the correct size for each users hand is used to operate this stove Bakelite Handle Step 1 Position Bakelite handle screw and washer fixings parts 3 into correct position with steel elbow part 1 Tighten screw securely Step 2 Place elbow shaft part 1 into shaft hole of door and place the washers door catch and nut into position as shown to diagram Tighten nut securely Stainless Steel Handle Step 1 Position handle shaft part 1 into hole of door place the washers door catch and nut into position as shown to diagram Tighten nut securely Step 2 Position the stainless steel handle part 3 onto square end of door shaft part 1 Step 3 If your preference is for the handle to be fixed and not easily removable place the grub screw part 4 into hole to underside of handle and tighten with Allen key provided Note Take care when using Allen Key as fragile and can easily be damaged 2 95 Commissioning and handover e Ensure all parts are fitted in accordance with these instructions e On completion of the installation allow a suitable period of time for any fire cement and mortar to dry out before lighting the stove Once the stove is under fire check al
24. sly the painted surface may assume a grey tinge over time but the stove can easily be freshened up with heat resistant spray paint but only when the stove is not in use and cold refer to manufacturers instructions which is available from your local retailer 3 3 3 Gaskets The gaskets in the door will wear out over time and should be replaced as required in order to prevent runaway combustion Seek advice from a qualified stove engineer 3 4 Operational problems troubleshooting Seek advice from a qualified chimney amp stove specialist Problem Probable causes Action sik Wood green too Use the e Fire difficult to i j i damp or poor recommended fuel siari quality e To light the fire use small very dry e Logs are too big twigs To maintain e Fire goes out A l the fire use split e Air starvation logs e Open lower spin e Insufficient wheel and top air draught control lever e Check that the flue is not obstructed sweep it if necessary e Too much draught e Ensure that the lower e Fire burns too spin wheel is closed iki e Excessive draw e Partially close the q y top air control lever e Poor quality wood e Install a draught stabilizer Consult your Dealer e Do not continuously burn small wood sticks bundles carpentry off cuts plywood pallets etc e Flue duct is cold e Burn paper and e Smokes when T e to lichti increase heat IEUNG UP e Room e In houses equipped decomp
25. tallation can only be used after it has been inspected by a qualified inspector A name plate of heat resistant material is affixed to this product This contains information about identification and documentation for the product The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the whole or part of the district of the authority to be a smoke control area It is an offence to emit smoke from a chimney of a building from a furnace or from any fixed boiler if located in a designated smoke control area It is also an offence to acquire an unauthorised fuel for use within a smoke control area unless it is used in an exempt appliance exempted from the controls which generally apply in the smoke control area The Secretary of State for Environment Food and Rural Affairs has powers under the Act to authorise smokeless fuels or exempt appliances for use in smoke control areas in England In Scotland and Wales this power rests with Ministers in the devolved administrations for those countries Separate legislation the Clean Air Northern Ireland Order 1981 applies in Northern Ireland Therefore it is a requirement that fuels burnt or obtained for use in smoke control areas have been authorised in Regulations and that appliances used to burn solid fuel in those areas other than authorised fuels have been exempted by an Order made and signed by the Secretary of State or Minister in the devolve
26. ve flue pipe must be connected correctly to the chimney or flueway The chimney or flueway that the stove pipe is connected must be of at least 125mm internal diameter Refer to current Building regulations any rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 The flue outlet collar for this product is inside the burn chamber during transportation You can choose between a top or rear outlet position for the flue outlet collar There is a bag supplied containing the fastening screws See Figure 3 The flue collar is placed directly onto the selected flue outlet There are three screws provided to attach amp fasten the flue outlet collar to the selected stove outlet The flue outlet not used is sealed with the blanking plate amp fixings provided Note It is important that the joints are completely sealed Air leakage etc may lead to malfunction i Figure 3 y Jj X yy j ri BiS ve D W a 1c gt ds pb oe 1 i i Flue outlet collar Blanking plate 2 6 Connecting to a masonry chimney Refer to building regulations amp any other rules in force including BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 1 2007 A wall sleeve should be bricked securely into the wall of the chimney at the appropriate height and the stove pipe inserted centrally The pipe must not extend into the actual chimney opening but rather must reach only to the inside of the chimney aperture The gap between the stove pipe and sleeve
27. ve completely cooled Figure 5 Ash pan key This key to be used also for operating all air controls and riddling control 3 3 Maintenance The stove should be regularly serviced by an approved and competent engineer but some simple procedures are given below which the user can also adopt 3 3 1 Cleaning glass This product is equipped with an air wash for the glass Air is sucked in through the air vent above the stove and down along the inside of the glass However some soot will always stick to the glass but the quantity will depend on the local draught conditions and adjustment of the air wash vent Most of the soot layer will normally be burned off when the air wash vent is opened all the way and a fire is burning briskly in the stove Good advice For normal cleaning when the stove is extinguished and cold moisten a paper towel with warm water and add some cooled ash from the burn chamber Rub it over the glass and then clean the glass with clean water amp then dry If it is necessary to clean the glass more thoroughly we recommend using a glass cleaner follow manufacturer s instructions 3 3 2 External surface cleaning The cast surface of the stove is painted with heat resistant paint It is best maintained by simply vacuuming it with a soft brush attachment or wiping it down with a dry dust free cloth but only when the stove is not in use amp cold If the stove is used too vigorou
28. y air provides a constant pre heated air supply to the combustion just above the fire this is preset and does not require to be controlled by the user 3 2 1 Use with wood See figure 4 Lighting amp re fuelling Very Important 1 To achieve clean burning and maximize the performance and efficiency of the appliance it is important to raise the temperature of the stove and chimney as quickly as possible Thus when lighting the appliance the technique is to start with a small amount of kindling with all air controls fully open and maybe the door slightly ajar Then after a few 5 minutes some larger pieces of wood should be added Only when these have been well alight and the flames dying down should the normal sized logs be added After 2 3 minutes when these logs are well alight the primary air control and door should be closed but it is advisable that this first fuel load be operated with the secondary air control fully open so that the room heats up quickly and the stove reaches its optimum operating temperature If there is insufficient burning material in the firebed to light a new fuel charge excessive smoke emission can occur Refuelling must be carried out onto a sufficient quantity of glowing embers and ash that the new fuel charge will ignite in a reasonable period If there are too few embers in the fire bed add suitable kindling to prevent excessive smoke 2 When re fuelling the appliance open the primary and seco
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