Date: 21/7/2022
Version Number: 2022 Issue no.3
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14.5 Cracked glass
It is not recommended to operate the stove with cracked glass, this can lead to over firing due to air
leaking into the firebox and it may fail completely leading to personal injury or a fire.
You should discontinue use of your stove until it has been repaired. You can source replacement
glass kits from
or your local retailer.
14.6 Chimney/Flue Sweeping
Sweeping should be carried out with an appropriately sized bristle brush and rods to suit chimney
size and type. As with all appliances regular sweeping of the flue/chimney is essential to avoid
dangers of blockage and the escape of poisonous fumes. Access for cleaning should also be
incorporated in the chimney (e.g.: soot door or access through the register plate etc.).
It is important that the flue connections, flue pipe and chimney be cleaned prior to lighting after a
prolonged period of non-use.
15.
Further resources/information
15.1 Information
Competent Person Schemes
https: //www.gov.uk/guidance/competent-person-scheme-current-schemes-and-how-schemes-
are-authorized
Document J Building Regulations (Combustion Appliances)
The National Association of Chimney Sweeps (NACS)
Smoke Control Areas-The Rules
www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules
15.2 Specification
All Lowry stoves are manufactured and independently tested to EN standard 13240
:
2001. Within
the above EN standard, material specifications and criteria are defined.