Charnwood Skye 5, Skye 5 Low, ARC 5, ARC 5 LOW, ARC 7 Operating & Installation Instructions Manual

Operating & Installation Instructions

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C O N T E N T S

O P E R AT I NG IN S T R U C T I ONS

Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Ash Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Reduced Burning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Throat Plate & Flueway Clearing . . . . . . . . . 8

Chimney Sweeping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

If you need further help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

INSTAL LATION INS TR UC TIONS

Health & Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . .

CO Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chimney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hearth & Fire Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connection to Flues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Soot Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Pre Lighting Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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Multi Grate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Riddling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Controlling The Fire

Unpacking The Stove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Optional Rear Heat Shield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Clean Air Act Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Dimensions Skye 5 & Skye 5 low

Skye 5 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Skye 5 Low Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Add kindling and paper or
firelighters. Keep air control

fully out and close door

Once kindling is alight, add
smaller logs. Keep air control

fully out and close door

Add larger logs once fire is
established. Air control can

be reduced to medium

LIGHTING AND CONTROLLING THE FIRE

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OPERATING I NSTRUCTIONS

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QUICK GUID E

Your Charnwood at a glance

Throat plate

Improves efficiency of stove by
slowing down flue gases

a

b

Door

Keep closed when stove is in use

c

Door handle

Pull to open

Fuel retainer

Ensure fuel does not protrude
beyond retainer

d

b

Glass

Wipe with damp, lint free cloth.
removed with a proprietary stove glass cleaner or ceramic hob cleaner.

Any stubborn deposits on the glass may be

Throat plate

Take down once a month and clean. Sweep sooty deposits into fire.

Chimney

Have chimney swept twice a year. Chimney can be swept through stove.

Servicing

Stove should be serviced by a professional at least once a year.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Suitable fuels for your
Charnwood:

Wood logs
Smokeless Fuel

Unsuitable fuels:

Petroleum coke
Liquid fuel
Household waste
Coal singles
Small nuts or coal dust
Wet or unseasoned wood

p5

Riddler knob

Use operating tool to riddle

Operating Tool

e

a

c

d

e

Nominal

Low

Output

Boost

High

Output

Air control

p6

Wood logs

Only dry well seasoned wood should be burnt on this appliance as

burning wet unseasoned wood will give rise to heavy tar deposits in

the stove, on the glass and within the chimney. For the same reason

hard woods (such as Ash, Beech and Oak) are better than soft woods

(such as Pine and Spruce). Burning wet unseasoned wood will also

result in considerably reduced outputs. The wood should be cut and

split and then left to season in a well ventilated dry place for at least

one year but preferably two years before use. Approximate suitable

log sizes are:

290mm(7in) long and 75mm (3in) diameter

Log moisture content of <20% is recommended.

PETROLEUM COKE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE ON

THIS APPLIANCE. ITS USE WILL INVALIDATE THE

GUARANTEE.

This stove is not designed to burn household waste.

HETAS Ltd Appliance Approval only covers the use of Wood Logs

and Smokeless Fuels on this appliance.

MULTI GRATE

Your Charnwood Skye is fitted with a multi grate to enable wood or

smokeless fuel to be burned and ash to be cleared. The grate has two

positions:

1) In the solid fuel position the grate bars are vertical with gaps in

between allowing the primary combustion air to come up through

the grate and through the fuel bed.

2) In the wood position the grate bars are horizontal, allowing the

combustion air to come round the sides of the grate and over the top

of it. When in the closed position ash is able to build up on the grate

as is necessary for effective wood burning.

Movement of the grate from one position to the other is effected

using the operation tool supplied as shown in Fig.1.

The grate is put into the solid fuel position by turning the operation

tool anticlockwise and pulling out the fuel selection slider shown in

Fig.1. The grate is put into the wood position by turning the

operation tool clockwise. To riddle the appliance the tool should be

moved between the clockwise and anticlockwise positions several

times. When burning wood the ash should be allowed to build up and

riddling should only be carried out once or twice a week.

Congratulations on becoming the owner of a Charnwood Skye Stove

Your stove has been approved in smoke control areas to burn wood

logs if it is used in accordance with these instructions. It is very

important that you read and understand these instructions before

using the stove.

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FUEL

Before lighting the stove check with the installer that the work and

checks described in the Installation Instructions have been carried out

correctly and that the chimney has been swept, is sound and free

from any obstructions. The stove is not suitable for use in a shared

flue system.

Remember that the stove will be hot and that it is made from hard

materials – ensure that you have good balance before operating the

fire. Always use the provided operating tool and gloves.

Do not use an aerosol spray on or near the stove when it is alight.

There is a risk of explosion or flash ignition of the spray.

When using the stove in situations where children, aged and/or

infirm persons are present a fireguard must be used to prevent

accidental contact with the stove. The fireguard should be

manufactured in accordance with BS 8423:2002.

The stove is suitable for intermittent operation.

Please pay careful attention to the special points made with each type

of fuel as they will help you to get the best from your stove. It must

be remembered that only authorised fuels and wood logs may be

burnt in smoke control areas on this stove. If you are not sure

whether you are in a smoke control area, please check with your

Local Authority.

At first you may find it helpful to try several fuels to find the most

suitable. If you are unable to obtain the fuel you want, ask your

supplier, or an approved fuel distributor, to suggest an alternative.

Authorised Mineral Fuels

Authorised mineral fuels may be burned in smoke control areas on

this appliance. Your local fuel supplier or stove shop will be able to

advise you which fuels are available locally. A list of authorised fuels

can be found at:

https://smokecontrol.defra.gov.uk/fuels.php

Take care to only burn good quality fuels in order to obtain the

greatest efficiency and to maintain the life of the appliance.

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RIDDLING

When burning wood, ash should be allowed to build up and only

riddled when the ash begins to cover the rear fireplate. The fire

should be riddled with the door shut (see Fig.2). Place the operating

tool onto the riddling lever and rotate between the open and closed

positions several times. Too much riddling can result in emptying

unburnt fuel into the ashpan and should therefore be avoided. After

riddling, the grate should be put back into the closed position for

burning wood.

On initial lighting, the stove may smoke and give off an odour as the

silicon paint with which the firebox is painted reacts to the heat. This

is normal and will cease after a short time, but meanwhile the room

should be kept well ventilated.

At first only light a small fire and burn it slowly for two hours to allow

any residual moisture in the chimney to evaporate.

Light the stove using dry kindling wood and paper or fire lighters. Put

the paper, or fire lighters, and kindling in the firebox and cover with a

few small dry logs. Open the air control fully (see Fig. 3). Light the

paper or fire lighters. The door may be left cracked open for a few

LIGHTING

minutes to assist the combustion and heat up the firebox more

quickly. When the kindling wood is well alight add a few more small

logs, close the door but leave the air control fully open. When the

flames are established around these logs, load the stove with the

required fuel load. Maintain the air control at maximum at this stage.

Once the fire is up to temperature the airwash system will begin to

work, so allow the fire to become hot before adjusting the air control

to the required setting. During the lighting period, do not leave the

stove unattended. Do not leave the door open except as directed

above to avoid excessive smoke.

When relighting the stove, leave the ash on the base if burning wood,

unless it is becoming too deep, in which case some of it may be

removed.

When the fire is burning normally the air control gives enough

airwash to keep the glass clean. However, it will not always be

possible to keep the glass clean with the air control fully closed. For

correct firing we recommend the use of a stove pipe thermometer

which may be purchased from your supplier or from Charnwood.

CONTROLL ING THE FIRE

The rate of burning and hence the output is controlled by the air

control (see Fig.3).

Open the air control fully (boost position) when lighting or when

rapid burning is required. It should not be left fully open for long

periods as this can cause over-firing or excessive smoke production.

For high output move the air control to the ‘click position’ or for low

burning to the fully closed position.

The Charnwood Skye is fitted with an air control stop for use in a

smoke control area. This stops the stove from burning too slowly.

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Fig. 3 Stov

e controls

Fig.2 Riddling tool

Air Control
Pull out to open
Push in to close

Riddler Knob

Identification Plate,
Located underneath
on the left

Door Handle
Pull to open

Fig.1 Operating the multi gr

ate

W

ood

Solid F

uel

F

uel Selection Slider

Pull out - Solid Fuel
Push in - W

ood Logs

W

ood

Solid Fuel

Nominal

Low

Output

Boost

High

Output

REFUELLI NG

ASH CLEARA NCE

Keep the firebox well filled but do not allow fuel to spill over the top

of the fuel retainer.

Logs should be evenly distributed, filling the firebed to give the most

pleasing flame pattern. The air control must be fully opened after

refuelling until the flames are established above the fire. It is best to

refuel on to a hot bed of embers. If at this point the fire starts to die,

the door must be cracked open until the fire is revived. If the fire has

started to die down before refuelling, then more kindling wood must

be added, the air control opened fully and the door cracked open to

re-establish the firebed before adding larger logs (see suitable log

sizes in Fuel section). This will avoid excessive smoke emission.

Care should be taken, especially when burning wood, that fuel does

not project over the fuel retainer or damage to the glass may be

caused when the door is closed. It can also cause the glass to blacken

up. Maximum filling height is such that logs cannot fall from the fire

when the door is opened.

In smoke controlled areas do not fill the stove above the level of the

air holes in the back bricks, as overloading can cause excess smoke.

Do not operate with the door left open except as directed by the

instructions as this can cause excessive smoke.

For optimum wood burning, it is important to leave a layer of ash

around 1cm thick on the base of the stove. Before removing ash

ensure that it has cooled down,

The ashpan is handled using the operation tool and gloves provided.

Ensure that the tool is fully engaged before lifting (See Fig.4). When

carrying the ashpan, it should be kept horizontal and supported by

the carrying handle to prevent it falling off the tool. Please avoid

emptying hot ash into plastic liners or bins.

The Ashpan should be emptied regularly before it becomes too full.

Never allow the ash to accumulate in the ashpan so that it comes in

contact with the underside of the grate as this will seriously damage

the grate bars.

To make ash removal easier there are ash carriers available. These

may be purchased from your supplier or, in case of difficulty, from

Charnwood.

When not in use the operating tool can be stored inside the store

stand or on the shelf underneath the stove. (See fig. 5.)

For reduced burning the fire door must be closed.

When burning wood in areas that are not smoke controlled, load

some large logs on the fire and allow to burn for half an hour before

closing the air control (this will help to reduce tar deposits in the

chimney). Some experimentation may be necessary to find the setting

most suitable for the type of fuel being used and the draw on the

chimney.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Glass

OPERATING TOOL HOLDER

REDUCED BU RNI NG

MAINTENA NCE

The stove is finished with a high temperature paint which will

withstand the temperatures encountered in normal use. This may be

cleaned with a damp lint-free cloth when the stove is cold. Should re-

painting become necessary, high temperature paints are available

from your supplier or from stove shops.

Most deposits on the glass may be burnt off simply by running the fire

at a fast rate for a few minutes. If it becomes necessary to clean the

glass then open the door and allow it to cool. Clean the glass using a

damp cloth and then wiping over with a dry cloth. Any stubborn

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Operating Tool

Extra carrying handle

Use with glove

Fig.4 Ashpan

Fig. 5. Operating tool storage

Tool storage shelf underneath
stove on right hand side

(Skye 5 Low only)

Tool storage inside stand (Skye 5)

the throat plate so that it sits on top of either the right or left side

brick. Raise the opposite side and slide so that the throat plate is

central and supported by the side bricks. Slide back so that the throat

plate rests neatly on the top of the back bricks. Refit the remaining

side plate.

Where the chimney previously served an open fire, it is possible that

the higher flue gas temperature from a stove may loosen soot

deposits with the consequent risk of flue blockage. It is therefore

recommended that the chimney be swept a second time within a

month of regular use after installation.

The chimney should be swept at least twice a year. Where the top

outlet or vertical rear flue connector is used it will generally be

possible to sweep the chimney through the appliance.

First remove the fuel retainer and the throat plate. Then sweep the

chimney ensuring that soot is removed from all horizontal surfaces

after sweeping.

In situations where it is not possible to sweep through the appliance

the installer will have provided alternative means, such as a soot door.

After sweeping the chimney the appliance flue outlet and the flue

pipe connecting the stove to the chimney must be cleaned with a flue

brush.

After clearing any soot from within the stove, replace the throat plate

(see Fig. 6) and the fuel retainer.

CHIMNEY SWEEPING

Different types of sweep’s brushes are available to suit different

flueways. For prefabricated insulated chimneys the manufacturers

instructions with regard to sweeping should be consulted.

deposits on the glass may be removed with a proprietary stove glass

cleaner or ceramic hob cleaner. Do not use abrasive cleaners or pads

as these can scratch the surface which will weaken the glass and cause

premature failure

After long periods

where the fire has been out of use, the chimney and appliance

flueways should be cleaned before lighting.

It is important that the throat plate and all the stove flueways are kept

clean in order to prevent potentially dangerous fume emission. They

should be cleaned at least monthly, and more frequently if necessary.

It is necessary to let the fire out to carry out these operations.

To remove the throat plate, first remove the fuel retainer (item ‘e’

page 5) and one side plate to allow enough room so that the throat

plate clears the sides of the fire box when removed.

Slide the throat plate forwards so that it clears the back brick, then

slide it either right or left so that the opposite side clears the top of

the remaining side brick and can be gently lowered. Any sooty

deposits should then be swept from the throat plate and into the fire.

To return the throat plate to its correct position- At an angle, insert

When Not in Use

If the fire is going to be out of use for a long period (for instance in

the summer) then to prevent condensation, and hence corrosion, the

air control should be left fully open and the fire door left ajar. It Is

also advisable to sweep the chimney and clean out the fire. Spraying

the inside of the door and firebox with a light oil, such as WD40, will

also help to keep all internal parts working well.

Door Seals

For the fire to operate correctly it is important that the door seals

are in good condition. Check that they do not become worn or

frayed and replace them when necessary.

Servicing

It is recommended that the fire is serviced once a year to keep it in

first class working order. After cleaning out the firebox thoroughly,

check that all internal parts are in good working order, replacing any

parts that are beginning to show signs of wear. Check that the door

seals are in good condition and that the door seals correctly. A

servicing guide is available on request. Repairs or modifications may

only be carried out by the Manufacturer or their approved agents.

Use only genuine Charnwood replacement parts.

THROAT PLATE AND

FLUEWAY C LEANING

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Fig.6 Throat Plate Location

Side view

Throat Plate

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Fire Will Not Burn

Check that:

a) the air inlet is not obstructed in any way,

b) chimneys and flueways are clear,

c) a suitable fuel is being used,

d) there is an adequate air supply into the room,

e) an extractor fan is not fitted in the same room as the stove.

f) there is sufficient draw in the chimney. Once the chimney is warm a

draught reading of at least 1.25 mm (0.05 in.) water gauge (12Pa)

should be obtained.

Blackening of Door Glass

Differences in chimney draughts mean that the best settings of the air

controls will vary for different installations. A certain amount of

experimentation may be required, however the following points

should be noted and with a little care should enable the glass to be

kept clean in most situations:

a) Wet or unseasoned wood, or logs overhanging the front fence will

cause the glass to blacken.

b) The airwash relies on a supply of heated air to keep the glass clean,

therefore, when lighting the stove allow the firebed to become well

established before closing the air control. This may also be necessary

when re-fuelling the stove.

c) When re-fuelling keep the fuel as far back from the front fence as

possible, do not try to fit too much fuel into the firebox.

d) Do not completely close the air control.

It is always more difficult to keep the glass clean when running the

stove very slowly for long periods.

If blackening of the glass still occurs check that all flue connections

and the blanking plate are well sealed. It is also important that the

chimney draw is sufficient and that it is not affected by down-draught.

When the chimney is warm a draught reading of at least 1.25 mm

(0.05 in.) water gauge (12Pa) should be obtained. Some blackening

of the glass may occur below the level of the fuel retainer. This will

not obscure the view of the fire or affect its performance.

Fume Emission

Warning Note:

Properly installed and operated this appliance will not emit fumes.

Occasional fumes from de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur.

Persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must not be

tolerated. If fume emission does persist, then the following

immediate actions should be taken:

a) Open doors and windows to ventilate the room and then leave

the premises.

b) Let the fire out and safely dispose of the fuel from the

appliance.

c) Check for flue or chimney blockage, and clean if required.

d) Do not attempt to re-light the fire until cause of fuming has

been identified, if necessary seek professional advice.

The most common cause of fume emission is flueway or chimney

blockage. For your own safety these must be kept clean.

Fire blazing out of control

Check that:

a) The door is tightly closed.

b) The air control slider is fully closed.

c) A suitable fuel is being used.

d) Door seals and airwash slide are intact.

Chimney Fires

If the chimney is thoroughly and regularly swept, chimney fires should

not occur. However, if a chimney fire does occur close the air control,

and tightly close the door of the appliance. This should cause the

chimney fire to go out in which case the controls should be kept

closed until the stove has gone out. The chimney and flueways should

then be cleaned. If the chimney fire does not go out when the above

action is taken then the fire brigade should be called immediately.

After a chimney fire the chimney should be carefully examined for

any damage. Expert advice should be sought if necessary.

CO ALARM

Your installer should have fitted a CO alarm in the same room as the

appliance. If the alarm sounds unexpectedly, follow the instructions

given under “Warning Note” above.

IF YOU N EED F URTHE R HEL P

If you need further help with your Charnwood then your Installer will

be able to provide the answers to most questions. Your Local

Charnwood Premier Dealer has a great deal of experience and will

also be able to provide helpful advice. Further help is available from

the Charnwood Customer Services department who will be pleased

to give advice, if necessary.

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UNPACK ING T HE STOVE

The stove arrives bolted and strapped to its pallet. There must be

adequate facilities for unloading and manoeuvring into position. The

wrapping is first removed, then the stove released from the pallet by

removing 4 pallet bolts using a 10mm spanner. The pallet brackets

can now be removed from the stove by tilting it and using a 13mm

spanner to remove the bolts. The pallet is intended to be cut up and

used for kindling fuel.

Please take care when installing the stove that the requirements of

the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 are met.

HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not be allowed to

come into contact with the skin. In case of contact wash with plenty

of water.

If there is a possibility of disturbing any asbestos in the course of

installation then please use appropriate protective equipment.

There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the

stove as this can cause the appliance to emit fumes into the room.

There must be an adequate air supply into the room in which the

appliance is installed to provide combustion air. The combustion air

supply must be via a permanently open vent. The requirement for

minimum free area is partly dependent on the design air permeability

of the house. In older properties the air permeability will be above

5.0m³/(h.m²), but in some modern properties it may be less. The

vent must be positioned such that it is not liable to blockage.

Minimium areas are given in the following table:

A fixed ducted air supply may be used as an alternative to the

traditional method of using a permanent open vent into a room to

supply air for combustion.

External air supply kits are available please contact Charnwood for

more information.

This stove is capable of intermittent operation, and is not suitable for

use in a shared flue system.

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INSTALLATIO N INSTRUCTIONS

In addition to these instructions the requirements of BS.8303 and

BSEN 15287-1:2007 must be fulfilled. Local Authority Bylaws and

Building Regulations, including those referring to national and

European Standards, regarding the installation of Solid Fuel burning

appliances, flues and chimneys must also be observed.

CO ALARMS

Building regulations require that whenever a new or replacement

fixed solid fuel or wood/biomass appliance is installed in a dwelling a

carbon monoxide alarm must be fitted in the same room as the

appliance. Further guidance on the installation of the carbon

monoxide alarm is available in BS EN 50292:2002 and from the

alarm manufacturer's instructions. Provision of an alarm must not be

considered a substitute for either installing the appliance correctly or

ensuring regular servicing and maintenance of the appliance and

chimney system.

The outputs in the table are based on a 45 minute re-fuelling cycle

burning seasoned hardwood logs. Solid fuel results are based on a 1

hour refuelling cycle. All tests are carried out in accordance with

BSEN 13240.

In order for the appliance to perform satisfactorily the chimney height

must not be less than 4 metres measured vertically from the outlet of

the stove to the top of the chimney. The internal dimensions of the

chimney should preferably be 150-200 mm (6"- 8") either square or

round and MUST NOT BE LESS THAN 125 mm (5") - Skye 5.

SPECIFIC ATION

CHIMNEY

Specification

Skye 5

Skye 5 Low

Skye 5

Skye 5 Low

Fuel

Wood Logs

Smokeless Fuel

Nominal Heat Output

kW (BTU/hr)

5kW

5kW

Stove Weight kg

(Packed)

155kg

136kg (low)

155kg

136kg (low)

Flue Temperature °C

239°C

247°C

Minimum

Flue Draught

12Pa

12Pa

Flue gas Mass Flow g/s

3.4

4.0

Hearth Temperature °C

<100

<100

Minimum distance from combustibles mm

Side

Back

With Insulated Flue

300

270

With Insulated Flue and Heat shield

200

90

Air Permeability

m³/(h.m²)

Minimum Vent Area

cm²(in²)

Skye 5

Skye 5 Low

> 5.0

No requirement

No requirement

<5.0

27.5 (4.3)

27.5 (4.3)

If an existing chimney is to be used it must be swept and checked, it

must be in good condition, free from cracks and blockages, and

should not have an excessive cross sectional area. If it was previously

used by an open fire then the chimney should be swept one month

after installation to clear any soot falls which may have occurred due

to the difference in combustion between the stove and the open fire.

If you find that the chimney is in poor condition then expert advice

should be sought regarding the necessity of having the chimney lined.

If it is found necessary to line the chimney then a lining suitable for

Solid Fuel must be used.

If there is no existing chimney then a prefabricated block chimney or

a twin walled insulated stainless steel flue to BSEN 15287-1:2007 can

be used either internally or externally. These chimneys must be fitted

in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and Building

Regulations.

Single wall flue pipe is suitable for connecting the stove to the

chimney but is not suitable for using for the complete chimney. If it is

found that there is excessive draw in the chimney then a draught

stabiliser should be fitted.

It is important that there is sufficient draw in the chimney and that

the chimney does not suffer from down-draught. When the chimney

is warm the draw should be not less than 1.25mm (0.05") water

gauge (12 Pa). If in doubt about the chimney seek expert advice.

HEART H AND F IRE SURROUND

The stove must stand on a fireproof hearth and must not be situated

closer than the minimum distance from combustible materials (see

specification table) to the sides or rear above hearth level unless

adequately fireproofed in accordance with local building regulations.

The hearth must be of fireproof material and at least 12mm (1/2in.)

thick. The positioning of the stove and the size of the hearth are

governed by building regulations for Class 1 appliances. These

building regulations state that the hearth must extend in front of the

stove by at least 225mm (9 in.) and to the sides of the stove by at

least 150mm (6 in.). When the fire door is open, it extends beyond

the flat front of the stove by 430mm - Skye 5.

If in doubt as to the positioning of the stove, expert advice should be

sought either from the supplier or the local building inspector. The

fireplace must allow good circulation of air around the appliance to

ensure that maximum heat is transferred to the room and also to

prevent the fireplace from overheating. A gap of 150mm (6") each

side and 300mm (12") above the appliance should give sufficient air

circulation. If a wooden mantelpiece or beam is used in the fireplace it

should be a minimum of 460mm (18"), and preferably 600mm (24")

from the appliance. In some situations it may be necessary to shield

the beam or mantelpiece to protect it.

In order for the fire to operate correctly and to allow for access,

there must be an air gap behind the appliance of at least 50mm, but

be aware that this distance will need to be greater in some cases to

meet Building Regulation requirements.

The appliance should be installed on a floor with adequate load-

bearing capacity. If an existing construction does not meet this

requirement then please take suitable measures to achieve this. (e.g.

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Alternative
Soot Door
Positions

Register Plate
With Soot Door

Register Plate

Soot Door
in side or rear
of Chimney

Fig.7. Vertical register plate with bricked up fireplace

Fig.8. Horizontal register plate with rear flue connection

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load distributing plate.)

This may be stainless steel, cast iron, or thick wall steel pipe. Straight

lengths of Charnwood Pipe to match the stove are available if

required.

There are several ways of connecting the stove to the flue. These are

illustrated in Figs. 7 to 10.

CONNECTI ONS TO FLUES

The stove must be connected to the flue using flue pipe of 125mm

(5") diameter - Skye 5.

If the top flue connection or optional vertical rear flue connector is

Fig. 9. Horizontal register plate with top flue connection

used then the chimney may be swept through the appliance.

Horizontal lengths of flue must be kept to a minimum and should not

be more in length than the flue diameter.

The stove comes with the blanking plate (fig. 11) fitted to the top flue

outlet. The seal for the top outlet is a 155mm dia ring of rope seal.

The seal for the rear outlet is a length of adhesive backed fibre

webbing supplied with instructions. This is applied to the flue collar or

the Vertical Rear Flue adapter for rear outlet installations. For top

outlet installations, the blanking plate must be removed, have the

webbing fitted to its sealing face, and fitted to the rear flue outlet.

Ensure that the fold on the clamping plate is in line with the lugs on

the firebox as shown in Fig 11. Ensure that the clamping plate does

not prevent the throat plate from seating correctly. All flue

connections must be well sealed.

It is possible to pass a 16 inch diameter sweeps brush through the

appliance but in most back outlet installations it will be necessary to

have a soot door to enable the chimney to be swept. The optional

vertical rear flue connector does allow the chimney to be swept

through the stove.

The top outlet connection is made

directly to the cast top, the Skye store stand and low models are

supplied with a flue collar for rear outlet installations.

SOOT DO ORS

PRE LIGHTING CHECK

Soot doors may either be in the actual brickwork

of the chimney or in the register plate. Various positions of soot doors

are shown in Figs. 7 to 10.

Ensure that the throat plate is fitted in the roof of the appliance. The

location and positioning of the throat plate is shown in Fig. 6.

Check that the front fence is fitted correctly and that the door closes

properly.

Fig. 10. Horizontal register plate with optional vertical rear flue connector

Alternative
Soot Door
Positions

Register Plate
With Soot Door

Alternative
Soot Door
Positions

Register Plate
With Soot Door

Fig. 11. Flue Blanking Plate.

Blanking Plate

Glass Fibre Webbing

Seal Blanking Plate with
Glass Fibre Webbing

Blanking Plate

Back of Stove

Clamping Plate

M8 Nut

Clamping plate finishes

flush with the inside face

of the firebox top and

bottom.

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FITTING THE REAR HEAT SHIELD

COMMISSI ONI NG

The Skye 5 is supplied with an optional rear heat shield. When fitted

to the back of the stove it will reduce the rear distance to

combustibles to 90mm.

To fit the optional rear heat shield, loosen the button head allen

screws and slide the heat shield on so that the slots on the back of the

heat shield fit over the screws. (fig. 12)

On completion of the installation allow a suitable period of time for

the fire cement and mortar to dry out before lighting the fire. Make a

layer of ash or sand on the base of the stove before lighting. Check to

ensure that smoke and fumes are taken from the appliance up the

chimney and emitted safely. Also check all joints and seals. On

completion of the installation and commissioning please leave the

operating instructions with the customer and advise them on the use

of the appliance.

CAA AND SMOKE CONTROL

The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas

Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the whole or

part of the district of the authority to be a smoke control area. It is an

offence to emit smoke from a chimney of a building, from a furnace

or from any fixed boiler if located in a designated smoke control area.

It is also an offence to acquire an "unauthorised fuel" for use within a

smoke control area unless it is used in an "exempt" appliance

("exempted" from the controls which generally apply in the smoke

control area).

In England appliances are exempted by publication on a list by the

Secretary of State in accordance with changes made to sections 20

and 21 of the Clean Air Act 1993 by section 15 of the Deregulation

Act 2015. Similarly in Scotland appliances are exempted bypublication

on a list by Scottish Ministers under section 50 of the Regulatory

Reform (Scotland) Act 2014.

In Northern Ireland appliances are exempted by publication on a list

by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs

under Section 16 of the Environmental Better regulation Act

(Northern Ireland) 2016.

In Wales appliances are exempted by regulations made by Welsh

Ministers.

Further information on the requirements of the Clean Air Act can be

found here: https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules

Your local authority is responsible for implementing the Clean Air Act

1993 including designation and supervision of smoke control areas

and you can contact them for details of Clean Air Act requirements.

The Skye 5 Store Stand and Skye 5 Low have been recommended as

suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning wood logs.

Fig. 12. Fitting the optional rear heat shield.

Optional rear heat shield

Slots in position

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EN13240:2001

ROOMHEATERS FIRED BY SOLID FUEL

A Division of A.J.Wells & Sons Limited Registered in England No. 03809371

17

Bishops Way, Newport, Isle of Wight PO30 5WS, United Kingdom

A.J WELLS & SONS LTDA.J WELLS & SONS LTD

CE Certificate for compliance with EN13240:2001

SKYE 5

SKYE 5

SKYE 5 LOW

SKYE 5 LOW

EC Certificate of conformity no:

BU44-CPD-2017

BU44-CPD-2017

BUL44-CPD-2016

BUL44-CPD-2016

Fuel type:

WOOD LOGS

SOLID FUEL

WOOD LOGS

SOLID FUEL

Space heating thermal output:

5kW

5kW

5kW

5kW

Emission of CO in combustion
products:

0.06%

0.10%

0.06%

0.10%

Mean flue gas temperature:

239°C

247°C

239°C

247°C

Energy efficiency:

86%

82%

86%

82%

3

Particles (mg/m )

n

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Minimum distance to
combustible materials with
Insulated flue
Side:
Rear:

Minimum distance to
combustible materials with
Insulated flue & rear heat shield
Side:
Rear:

300mm
270mm

300mm

90mm

300mm
270mm

300mm

90mm

300mm
270mm

300mm

90mm

300mm

270mm

300mm

90mm

Fulfilled requirements: BStV of
the City of Munich and the City
of Regensburg FBStVO of the
City of Aachen and the City of
Düsseldorf 1.and 2. level of 1.
BlmSchV of Germany

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423

301

498

122

81

808

509

160

390

833

623

509

390

648

160

63

249

709

63

64

524

Standard Model

Low Model

Optional vertical rear flue adaptor

To suit 125mm (5") flue

pipe

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DIMENSIO NS (mm)CHARNWOOD SKY E 5

Item Part No. Description Item Part No. Description

1 008/BU002 Rope Door Seal

38 008/FFW027 M10 Wavy Washer

2* Door Seal Adhesive

39 010/BU061 Tabbed Locking Washer

3 006/BU018 Glass

40 008/FFN019 M10 Half Nut

4 008/BU003 Glass Seal

41 008/BU049 Door Handle

5 004/KV23 Glass Retainer

42 008/BU110 Air Control Gasket

6 011/BU031 Brick Throat Plate

43 008/EZ006 Airbox Gasket

7 004/XV30 Brick Bracket

44 010/BU111 Air Control Top Slider Plate

8 011/BU029S Set of Firebricks

45 004/BU112 Wood/Multifuel Surround Plate

9 002/BU015L LH Side Fire Plate

46 010/BU130 Air Control Lower Plate

10 002/BU015R RH Side Fireplate

47 004/BU115 Air Control Slider

11 002/BU016 Back Fireplate

48 004/BU113 Wood/Multifuel Selection Slide

12 002/BU007 Front Fence

49 004/BR015 Clicker Retainer Plate

13 004/EZ095 Ashpan/Riddling Tool

50 008/ES36/01 Brass Ball Catch

14 004/BU017 Ashpan

51 004/ER016 Control Rod

15 010/BU097 Carrier Bar Clamping Bracket

52 012/BU037 Air Control Handle

16 002/BU030 Carrier Bar

53 008/BR052 Felt Washer

17 012/AY13 Idler Rod

54 004/BU120 Air Box Cover

18 010/BU077 Driver Bar Assembly

55 008/BR044 Duct Gasket

19 010/BU033 Mover Bar

56 004/BR054 Blanking Plate

20 002/CG20S8 Set of Grate Bars (8)

57 004/BR053 Air Inlet Spigot

21 002/BU098 Riddler Spigot

58 008/FFS067 Defra Stop

22 008/FFM081 Circlip

59 002/BU040 Door Hinge Bracket

23 002/BU009 Cast Top

60 008/FFW024 M8 Brass Washer

24 010/BU012 Blanking Plate

61 004/BU039 Door Hinge Shim

25 008/BU004 Flue Fixing Rope Seal

62 DY24 Spacer

26 008/BU021 Self Adhesive Webbing

63 012/BU011 Serial No. Label

27 010/BU019 Blanking Plate Retainer

64# 001/BU010 Firebox

28 010/EY51 Clamping Plate

65# 004/BU081 Rear Heatshield

29 010/BU013 Top Flue Trim Ring

66# 004/BU080 Rear Panel

30# 002/BU001 Door Casting

67# 004/BU059 Rear Lower Panel

31 004/BU050 Rope Seal Channel

68# 004/BU093L Left Side Panel

32 002/BU041 Upper Hinge

69# 004/BU093R Right Side Panel

33 002/BU042 Lower Hinge

70# 010/BU058 Base Plate

34 010/BU063 Door Latch

71# 002/BU072 Front Casting

35 010/BU064 Door Latch Bracket

72# 002/PV12B Flue Collar

36# 010/BU060 Door Catch Arm

73 010/EW51 Ash Carrier (Optional Extra)

37 008/FFW029 M10 Brass Washer

74# 010/BU034 Vertical Rear Flue Adapter (Opt'l Extra)

* These items are not shown on the drawing
# Please specify colour when ordering.

To obtain spare parts please contact your local stockist
giving Model, Part No. and Description. In case of
difficulty contact the manufacturer at the address
shown.
This drawing is for identification purposes only.

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72

74

66

68

24 23

26

2728

25

67

60

59

61

636470

42

43

44

45

46

57

55

58 54

53

47

48

50

49

51

52

71

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7

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8

69

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20

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10

19

17

18

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35

32

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30

36 41

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65

55

56

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62

29

13

40

39

36

38

37

37

Item Part No. Description Item Part No. Description

1 008/BU002 Rope Door Seal

38 008/FFW029 M10 Brass Washer

2* Door Seal Adhesive

39 008/FFW027 M10 Wavy Washer

3 006/BU018 Glass

40 010/BU061 Tabbed Locking Washer

4 008/BU003 Glass Seal

41 008/FFN019 M10 Half Nut

5 004/KV23 Glass Retainer

42 008/BU049 Door Handle

6 011/BU031 Brick Throat Plate

43 008/BU110 Air Control Gasket

7 004/XV30 Brick Bracket

44 008/EZ006 Airbox Gasket

8 011/BU029S Set of Firebricks

45 010/BU111 Air Control Top Slider Plate

9 002/BU015L LH Side Fire Plate

46 004/BU112 Wood/Multifuel Surround Plate

10 002/BU015R RH Side Fireplate

47 010/BU130 Air Control Lower Plate

11 002/BU016 Back Fireplate

48 004/BU115 Air Control Slider

12 002/BU007 Front Fence

49 004/BU113 Wood/Multifuel Selection Slide

13 004/EZ095 Ashpan/Riddling Tool

50 004/BR015 Clicker Retainer Plate

14 004/BUL048 Ashpan/Riddling Tool Holder

51 008/ES36/01 Brass Ball Catch

15 004/BU017 Ashpan

52 004/ER016 Control Rod

16 010/BU097 Carrier Bar Clamping Bracket

53 012/BU037 Air Control Handle

17 002/BU030 Carrier Bar

54 008/BR052 Felt Washer

18 012/AY13 Idler Rod

55 004/BU120 Air Box Cover

19 010/BU077 Driver Bar Assembly

56 008/BR044 Duct Gasket

20 010/BU033 Mover Bar

57 004/BR054 Blanking Plate

21 002/CG20S8 Set of Grate Bars (8)

58 004/BR053 Air Inlet Spigot

22 002/BU098 Riddler Spigot

59 008/FFS067 Defra Stop

23 008/FFM081 Circlip

60 002/BU040 Door Hinge Bracket

24 002/BU009 Cast Top

61 008/FFW024 M8 Brass Washer

25 010/BU012 Blanking Plate

62 004/BU039 Door Hinge Shim

26 008/BU004 Flue Fixing Rope Seal

63 DY24 Spacer

27 008/BU021 Self Adhesive Webbing

64 012/BUL011 Serial No. Label

28 010/BU019 Blanking Plate Retainer

65# 001/BUL010 Firebox

29 010/EY51 Clamping Plate

66# 004/BU081 Rear Heatshield

30 010/BU013 Top Flue Trim Ring

67# 004/BUL080 Rear Panel

31# 002/BU001 Door Casting

68# 004/BUL093L Left Side Panel

32 004/BU050 Rope Seal Channel

69# 004/BUL093R Right Side Panel

33 002/BU041 Upper Hinge

70 004/BUL089 Front Casting Reciever

34 002/BU042 Lower Hinge

71# 002/BUL071 Front Casting

35 010/BU063 Door Latch

72# 002/PV12B Flue Collar

36 010/BU064 Door Latch Bracket

73 010/EW51 Ash Carrier (Optional Extra)

37# 010/BU060 Door Catch Arm

74# 010/BU034 Vertical Rear Flue Adapter (Opt'l Extra)

* These items are not shown on the drawing
# Please specify colour when ordering.

To obtain spare parts please contact your local stockist
giving Model, Part No. and Description. In case of
difficulty contact the manufacturer at the address
shown.
This drawing is for identification purposes only.

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56

54

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58

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59

49

51

50

48

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46

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44 43

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70

71

68

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67

66

74

72

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24

26

27

28

65

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7

8

6

11910

12

21

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36

33

34

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32

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55

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39

38

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