Recommended Solid Mineral Fuels
Only authorised fuels may be used in UK smoke control areas. A list of authorised fuels can
be found at
http://uksmokecontrolareas.co.uk/fuels.php
This stove has been independently tested and approved to burn manufactured and natural
smokeless fuels that appear in the HETAS guide. A current list of approved fuels can be
found at
http://hetas.co.uk/public/hetas_guide.html
Approval does not cover the use of other fuels either alone or mixed with the suitable fuels
listed above, nor does it cover instructions for the use of other fuels.
Warning!-
Petroleum coke fuels or household waste must not be burnt on this appliance.
Should any difficulties arise over fuel quality or suitability, consult your local approved coal
merchant or:
HETAS Ltd.– Telephone 01242 673257 –
www.hetas.co.uk
Solid Fuel Association – Telephone 0800 600 000 –
www.solidfuel.co.uk
Safety notes for your guidance
FIRES CAN BE DANGEROUS
– Always use a fireguard in the presence of children, the elderly
or the infirm. The fireguard should be manufactured in accordance with BS 6539 – Fireguards for
use with solid fuel appliances.
DO NOT OVERFIRE
– it is possible to fire the stove beyond its design capacity, this could
damage the stove, so watch for signs of overfiring – if any part of the stove starts to glow red, the
fire is in an overfire situation and the controls should be adjusted accordingly. Never leave the
stove unattended for long periods without first adjusting the controls to a safe setting – careful air
supply control should be exercised at all times.
WARNING – FUME EMISSION
Properly installed and operated, this appliance will not emit fumes. Occasional fumes from de-
ashing and refuelling may occur. Persistent fume emission must not be tolerated.
If fume emission does persist, then the following immediate action should be taken: -
1.
Open doors and windows to ventilate room.
2.
Let the fire out, or eject and safely dispose of fuel from the appliance.
3.
Check for flue chimney blockage and clean if required.
4.
Do not attempt to re-light the fire until the cause has been identified and corrected.
If necessary, seek professional advice.
Important! –
Do not fit an extractor fan in the same room as this appliance.
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIMNEY FIRE
•
Raise the alarm to let others in the house know.
•
Call the Fire Brigade.
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Reduce the appliance-burning rate by closing all air controls.
•
Move furniture and rugs away from the fireplace and remove any nearby ornaments.
•
Place a fireguard or spark guard in front of the stove.
•
Feel the chimney breast for signs of excessive heat.
If the wall is becoming hot, move the furniture away. Ensure that the Fire Brigade can gain access
to your roof space in order to check this area for signs of fire spread.
