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WOODFIRED  CENTRAL  HEATING  FURNACE

INSTALLATION 

and

OPERATION 

MANUAL

METALFAB

125 WILSON ST BURNIE TASMANIA

Telephone - 03 6431 4766

Facsimile - 03 6431 6811

Email – sales@newmansplumbing.com.au

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Page 1: ...WOODFIRED CENTRAL HEATING FURNACE INSTALLATION and OPERATION MANUAL METALFAB 125 WILSON ST BURNIE TASMANIA Telephone 03 6431 4766 Facsimile 03 6431 6811 Email sales newmansplumbing com au ...

Page 2: ...imum 50mm air space around the sides back and above the unit from combustible surfaces Also the unit should be installed on a level concrete slab of not less than 50 mm thickness FLUE INSTALLATIONS The flue must be 150 mm diameter of 0 6 mm stainless steel and all joints be sealed and lapped so that the lower section of flue is entered into the top section of the adjoining piece This will stop any...

Page 3: ...hanger The ductwork must be designed to recognised standards and installed by competent tradesperson with experience in this field to ensure correct operation RETURN AIR DUCT For maximum economy it is recommended that a minimum 350 mm diameter return air duct be connected to deliver room air back to the furnace for reheating The return air duct should be insulated for noise absorption and thermal ...

Page 4: ...larly that the combustion damper is working correctly and is unobstructed Check that the firebox door gasket is intact and sealing correctly Check the Return Air filter is clean or replace Clean out the ash regularly to prevent excessive build up and obstruction of combustion air intake Check the condition of the firebricks and baffle plates Inspect and clean your flue at least annually 4 ...

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Page 6: ...or Ensure the room thermostat is turned up to set point 21 degrees RE FUELLING Crack open the firebox door for a few seconds before slowly opening fully Place wood in the firebox with care to avoid damage to firebrick lining Space pieces of wood to allow air circulation between them Close the firebox door tightly DO NOT OVERLOAD THE FIREBOX The wood should not be placed higher than halfway up the ...

Page 7: ...the switch on this controller is in the Auto out position In manual mode the fan will run continuously which is undesirable OVERNIGHT BURNING For successful overnight burning it is essential that there is a moderate fire already burning before loading the firebox with DRY wood Turn the room thermostat back to its lowest setting The furnace will now burn on low fire for approximately 6 to 8 hours I...

Page 8: ...n is critical to avoid overheating and damage to the firebox Ensure that the combustion air damper door is closed and un obstructed Do not open the fire box door in this situation If the door is opened the fire will build up and overheating will occur It is recommended that if the supply air fan fails turn the wall thermostat down to ensure that the combustion air damper remains closed off and the...

Page 9: ... to the other side of the firebox and then remove the remaining ash This ash will be very hot Handle and dispose of it carefully 4 Reposition the hot coals and unburned wood centrally and reset the fire with kindling and more wood Close the firebox door Reset thermostat to required temperature 5 Periodically allow the heater to go out in order to inspect the firebricks Cleaning should be done on a...

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Page 13: ...r repairs to damage caused by burning coal or briquettes neglect abuse or accident No responsibility will be accepted for damage caused directly or indirectly by incorrect electrical wiring by incorrect installation or operation of the Heater The guarantee will not be recognised unless the form below is filled in and returned to the manufacturer WARRANTY REGISTRATION NEWBURN WOOD FIRED CENTRAL FUR...

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