Revised: 10/05/2008
Printed: 22/04/2009
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Reloading
The firebox should be loaded to a minimum of 2/3 full, preferably when the fuel has burnt down to a
bed of coals. Attempting to reload part way through a burn period risks smoke, coals, or a log rolling
from the heater.
Before reloading, it is important to position the air inlet control to high. Taking care, open the door
slowly, rake over the coals and load the fuel as recommended. After reloading, close the door
securely and leave the air inlet fully open on high until the fuel load is well alight. Then the inlet
control can be adjusted to your desired heat output.
Do not throw wood into the firebox
This is an unsafe practice and may dislodge the baffle plate in the heater. It may also cause sparking
or dislodge burning wood, which could ignite any combustible materials in the area surrounding the
heater (eg. Carpet).
Do not slam the door closed
Wood may be protruding from the firebox and cause the glass to break. It will also diminish the
longevity of the door seal.
Preparing for a low (overnight) burn
For an extended low burn, following the reloading procedure outlined previously, ensuring a
maximum fuel load is placed into the heater. Remember, the greater the fuel load, the longer the
burn. After reloading, close the door and leave the air inlet fully open (high) until the load is alight.
The air inlet should then be turned down to a *lower setting. To minimise emissions the fan should
be switched off during low burning.
*The optimum low setting may vary for different reasons, experiment to find the best result!
Self cleaning through high firing
It is perfectly normal for the glass door to experience some blackening after extended periods of low
burning. High firing helps burn the door glass clean and minimise soot, carbon and creosote
formation on the baffle plate and flue as well. High firing can be done daily during the heating season
and morning is usually the best time.
Just start or rebuild the fire with the firebox at least 2/3 full, set the air inlet control to high and let the
heater operate in this manner for at least 90 minutes.
Note: Ensure that the heater fan is switched to high during this procedure, failure to do so may result
in excessive deflection of the heater top panel, or damage to the fan / wiring.
Paint curing
To prevent discolouration of the high temperature paint, do not burn a large fire until the paint on the
heater has cured, ie., do not operate with the air inlet control positioned any higher than mid-point for
approximately the first 12 hours of burn time. The curing process may produce a light smoke and
odour, which is normal. Should this occur, ventilate the room by opening a window.
Replacement parts
Consult your
Coonara
Dealer regarding any of the normally replaceable components of the heater
ie. handles, baffle plate, cast iron liners, door glass, fans, and door seal.
