Air Controls (Wood)
Wood burns most efficiently with the primary control in the closed position and the secondary
control approximately 60% open. Moving the secondary control will control the burn rate of the
stove.
The secondary air lever should not be completely closed unless the primary air lever is also in the
closed position.
Wood burns best on a bed of ash and it is therefore only necessary to remove surplus ash from on
top of the grate occasionally. Do not let the ash level under the grate reach above the primary air
inlet holes. If allowed to build-up, ash will stifle the airflow through the grate.
Burn only dry, well-seasoned wood, which should have been cut, split and stacked for at least 12
months, with free air movement around the sides of the stack to enable it to dry out. Burning wet or
unseasoned wood will create tar deposits in the stove and chimney and will not produce a
satisfactory heat output.
Extinguishing the Fire
In order to reduce the rate of combustion, close the primary air lever and then the secondary air
lever by moving the handles all the way to the left. If the controls are left in this position, the fire
will be starved of air and go out. If you want to revive the fire it is recommended that the primary
air control is open first, then open the secondary air slider.
Warning!- The stove will remain hot for a considerable time after the fire has been extinguished.
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 deashing 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.
Adverse weather – In a small number of installations, occasional local weather conditions (e.g.
wind from a particular direction) may cause downdraught in the flue and cause the stove to emit
fumes. In these circumstances, the stove should not be used. A professional flue installer will be
able to advise on solutions to this problem (e.g. anti-downdraught cowl).