Stove Operation and Maintenance
Do not overload the stove. This can either put out the fire or cause the walls to warp and break
through overheating.
Ensure that no accessories or tools have been left inside the stove.
The first firing may produce some unpleasant smells. This is normal and is completely harmless.
Leave the door closed when in use. Only open the door to add more fuel.
For the first few firings only half-fill the combustion chamber and fire the stove for 6-8 hours
continuously with the air vents on low.
When using the stove try to keep it going for as long as possible to avoid thermal stress to the stove.
Avoid loading too much fuel at once: this may cause thermal shock and damage the stove.
Do not rapidly cool the stove using any means. This may cause thermal shock and damage the stove.
Do not burn household waste, garden waste or flammable fluids in the stove.
It is recommended to install carbon monoxide detectors at the same time as the installation of your
stove.
You should have your flue regularly swept by a professional. Contact your local sweep organisation for
full recommendations.
The stove does not need to be taken apart for cleaning.
Clean the stove before lighting it after the summer. Rust, dust and soot can accumulate in the stove
and make it difficult to light.
Potential Problems and Solutions
The stove will not light.
-Check that all vents are open and that there is sufficient airflow within the stove.
-Ensure you are using dry fuel.
-Ensure your fuel is not too tightly packed, this can stop air from getting to the fire.
-If there is no air flow in the room the fire may not light. Ensure vents to the room are
open.
-Ensure that the stove is clean when you build your fire.
Smoke comes out of the stove.
-Check there are no leaks from the join between the stove and the flue.
-Check that the rear air vent is fully open
-Ensure there is no blockage due to ash or other residue.
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