Date: 21/7/2022
Version Number: 2022 Issue no.3
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13.
Further information for all stove owners
13.1 Reduced burning (Slow Combustion)
When wood is burnt slowly in a closed appliance (e.g.: air controls at the minimum setting), it
produces moisture and tar, which will create condensation and deposits in the chimney. This effect
can be minimised by burning hard for a short period, fifteen to twenty minutes twice a day.
To avoid chimney problems your appliance should not be burnt at a reduced burn rate without a
period of fast burning. Fast burning is when the stove is burnt with a 'lively flame' and a higher
temperature. We strongly advise against stoking the fire with wood and reducing the air inlets before
leaving the stove to extinguish (perhaps when retiring to bed) as this can lead to a cooling of the
stove and flue also resulting in incomplete combustion, sooty deposits and high levels of pollutant
gases released into the environment.
13.2 Over firing
DO NOT
over fire your appliance. Firing the stove at maximum for prolonged periods may result in
over-firing. If the chimney connector or casing glows red the appliance is being over-fired, and this
may result in a chimney fire. Other signs include warping, and a red oxide coloring will demonstrate
the over- heating of internal parts, body paint which has turned dusty white is also indicative of such
use.
13.3 Chimney fires
Used in the correct manner, with the correct fuel and regular maintenance a chimney fire should
never occur, however in the event of a chimney fire, the following procedure should be
actioned without delay:
Call the fire service-DIAL 999
Immediately close all the air inlet supplies on the appliance, to reduce the air supply to the
stove.
Move items of furniture and combustibles away from the surrounding area of the stove, to
reduce the risk of fire and allow access for the fire service.
Ensure access to the loft space is available.
Evacuate the property.
13.4 Periods of non-use (summer months)
Please ensure that your stove is left clean and moving components are well lubricated with a water
repelling corrosion inhibitor for the summer months (during periods of prolonged non-use). If
possible, store the throat plate outside of the stove. Check all moveable components at regular
intervals, to ensure they are moving freely. Allow air movement through the stove by opening the
primary air inlet control (s) to about halfway, open or leave the door ajar. This will allow a free flow
of air through the appliance thus preventing moisture and condensation forming inside the stove and
chimney. This preventative maintenance will ensure your stove stays in the best condition for the
coming winter months.
