GRAFTON BLARNEY User Manual

GRAFTON

STOVES

U S E R M A N U A L

B L A R N E Y

C O N T E N T S

SECTION ONE: BLARNEY

I. Technical Data .............................................................................................................4

II. Technical Description .....................................................................................................4

SECTION TWO: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

I. Health and Safety .........................................................................................................5

II. Stove Installation ...........................................................................................................5

III. Chimney .....................................................................................................................6

IV. Flue Connection ...........................................................................................................6

V. Hearth and Fire Surround ...............................................................................................8

VI. Ventilation ...................................................................................................................8

SECTION THREE: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

I. Stove Model ..............................................................................................................10

II. Fume Emissions ..........................................................................................................11

III. Use in a Boat or Mobile Home .....................................................................................11

IV. Use of a Fire Guard ....................................................................................................11

V. Use of a Spark Guard .................................................................................................11

VI. General Use ..............................................................................................................11

VII. Fuel .........................................................................................................................12

VIII. Initial Burning and Curing .............................................................................................12

IX. Lighting a Log Fire ......................................................................................................12

X. Overnight Burning.......................................................................................................13

XI. Air Controls ...............................................................................................................13

XII. Ash Clearance and Disposal ........................................................................................13

XIII. Flue Draughts ............................................................................................................. 14

XIV. Maintenance .............................................................................................................14

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

This appliance must be installed and commissioned by a fully qualified, registered installer. HETAS
registered installers are recommended by Grafton Stoves. Please visit www.hetas.co.uk for a list of
approved installers in your area.

• This appliance must be installed as per these instructions. No modifications o ralterations of any kind

are permitted and will invalidate the warranty. All relevant regulations must be complied with.

• With correct installation, operation and maintenance this appliance will not emit fumes into the

dwelling. However, occasional fumes may be emitted when refuelling or removing ash.

• An adequate air supply for combustion and ventilation is required. If the stove you have purchased

exceeds 5.0kW nominal heat output, a purpose provided air vent is always required.

• If your stove has a lower nominal heat output than 5.0kw, a purpose provided air vent is not usually

required. However, one may need to be fitted in small or tightly sealed rooms. Air openings provided
for this purpose must not be restricted. See Building Regulations Document J for further information and
seek expert advice if in any doubt.

• Always ensure your stove is maintained and kept in good mechanical order. This will ensure safety

and maximise efficiency.

• Flueways must be cleaned frequently and chimneys must be swept regularly. The chimney should be

swept at least once a year for smokeless fuel. If using other fuels, this should be carried out twice per
year. Please contact your local, HETAS registered chimney sweep for advice.

WARNING:
If the chimney is thoroughly and regularly swept, chimney fires should not occur. If a chimney fire
does occur, turn off the stove immediately and tightly close the doors of the stove. This should cause
the chimney fire to go out.

If it does not go out as a result of the above action, the fire brigade should be called immediately.
Do not relight the stove until the chimney and flueways have been cleaned and examined by a
professional.

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SECTION ONE: BLARNEY

I. TECHNICAL DATA

TOTAL OUTPUT: (Kw) 9.0

PRODUCT EFFICIENCY (%) 93

MINIMUM FLUE PIPE DIAMETER: (mm) 125

MAXIMUM QUANTITY OF FUEL - WOOD: (KG) 0.2

WOOD CONSUMPTION PER HOUR (WOOD WITH MAX 20% HUMIDITY): (KG) 1.1

TOTAL WEIGHT OF THE APPLIANCE: (KG) 99

WIDTH: (mm) 490

DEPTH: (mm) 425

HEIGHT: (mm) 615

REMOVABLE ASH PAN YES

II. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

The Blarney stove is suitable for heating living spaces with most homes.

The appliance has been developed to burn wood as its primary fuel source.

The Blarney is made primarily from cast iron with plates of sheet steel. The fire chamber is internally
lined with cast iron firebricks. There is a riddling grate for clearing ash. The stove is equipped with
ceramic glass (resistant up to 800 C) this provides an exceptional view of the combustion, whilst also
preventing sparks and smoke deposits from escaping.

The appliance is equipped with primary and secondary air controls, by which it is possible to control
the burn rate and therefore the output of the appliance.

SECTION TWO: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this guide carefully prior to installation and retain for reference purposes.

I. HEALTH AND SAFETY

All installation work must meet with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

Appropriate protective equipment must be worn to ensure the safety of persons carrying out the
installation.

Attention must be given to the possibility of disturbing asbestos. This should only be removed by a
licensed contractor. Contact the Health and Safety Executive to ensure your contractor passes the
essential requirements for removal and disposal.

Fire cement is caustic - hand and eye protection should be worn when handling, chiselling or looking up
the chimney. Avoid prolonged contact with the skin. If contact occurs, wash skin immediately.

The appliance is heavy and care must be taken during handling. Do not attempt to move the stove
alone. Use a handcart to position the appliance. Never drag the stove as this may cause damage.

WARNING: Parts of the appliance, especially external surfaces, will be extremely hot during operation.
Due care must be taken to prevent injury.

WARNING: Only recommended fuels must be used in this appliance, please see Section Three for
details of recommended fuel.

II. STOVE INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: Any manufacturer’s instructions must not be taken as overriding statutory requirements.
Please consult a local Building Control Officer or HETAS registered installer for further advice on all
information contained below.

The installation of this stove must comply with the following requirements:

1) BS 8303: Code of Practice for the installation of domestic heating and cooking appliances burning
solid mineral fuel.

2) BS 6461: Installation of chimneys and flues for domestic appliances burning solid fuel (including
wood and peat). Code of practice for masonry chimneys and flue pipes.

3) Building Regulations regarding the installation of solid fuel burning appliances, flues and chimneys.

4) Local Authority Byelaws.

The installation of this stove is a notifiable building works as defined in the building regulations. It
is a legal requirement under England and Wales Building Regulations that the installation is either
carried out under Local Authority Building Control approval or is installed by a Competent Person
registered with a Government approved Competent Persons Scheme.HETAS Ltd operates such a

Scheme and a listing of its Registered Competent Persons can be found on its website at
www.hetas.co.uk.

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