ImaginFires fireplace Safety And Users Manual

Tivolli Ltd, 2nd Floor,145-157 St John Street, London, EC1V 4PY, 01242 694806

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Any fire featuring naked flames or using flammable liquids has a
potential risk of burns or injury. These fires are safe when the user
exercises common sense and reads this manual. Under no
circumstances should these products be used unless these Safety and
Use Instructions have been read first.

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Bio-ethanol is a clean burning fuel derived from plants. When these fuels burn, they
release moisture back into the atmosphere and, as long as the burner box is clean
and free from debris, there should be no noticeable smoke.

No special permits, installation or construction regulations are required to use
this appliance and no electrical or gas connection is required.

• By purchasing this product, you agree to exercise common sense at all
times when operating the fire. Ensure that other persons or animals are
adequately supervised and any risk is minimised during the use of this
product.

• Never put petrol inside or near the biofire. This is extremely dangerous.
Use only Bioethanol Fuel developed for Bioethanol Fireplaces.

• Restrict the use of this appliance to persons who read, understand and follow the

warnings and instructions in this manual.

• Never leave the fire unattended. Always extinguish the fire fully before

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• Ensure that the steel burner box and all parts of the biofire housing is
EMPTY, clean and dry before filling with the liquid Bioethanol.

• Ethanol combustion uses oxygen from the air inside the room and releases
carbon dioxide (non toxic) and water vapours. The room should be well ventilated
with enough oxygen and fresh air being supplied (e.g. partly open window). Do
not block the room's air vents. Avoid air drafts to prevent flare-ups.

• This Biofire and steel burner box should always be placed on a stable, flat,

horizontal surface and away from any combustible materials.

• Always stay at least 1 meter (40 inches) from the bioethanol fireplace when the

flame is lit.

• Keep children and pets at a safe distance; be careful with flammable
clothes or hair.

• Do not blow into the fire. This could cause flames to rise out of the fire.

• Never position the fire in a location where there is a risk of wind blowing the fire

into flammable items or materials.

• Do not use the fireplace and its steel burner box near flammable items such as

curtains, fabrics, furniture, aerosol sprays or other flammable items. Ensure all
flammable items at least 2 metres from the fire and ensure there is a fire

extinguisher nearby.

• The fire is meant for use as a secondary heat source and is not suitable for
cooking food or boiling water.

• Do not use the fire in caravans, boats, vehicles or in unventilated rooms.

• Do not use as a multi-burner or open fire or use any other liquid or solid

combustible materials or other fuel types other than Bioethanol Fuel.

• Only Bioethanol is suitable as fuel for this appliance. It is extremely dangerous to

use Bioethanol car fuel, other liquid or gel fuels (gasoline, diesel, petrol, lighter
fluids, solvents, thinners, etc.) or solid fuels (paper, cardboard, wood, charcoal,
lighting cubes, etc.) or a mix of fuels.

• Always follow the instructions shown on the packaging of Bioethanol fuel and
store out of reach of children and animals.

• Do not smoke while re-filling or lighting the burner, or in the immediate vicinity of
the fire, and avoid physical contact with Bioethanol fuel. Should the fuel come into
contact with skin, please rinse thoroughly immediately.

• Do not operate if under the influence of alcohol, drugs or prescribed medication.

• Do not place paper, cardboard, fabric, clothing or any other flammable materials

on, or around, the burner.

• The stainless steel burner box supplied is fire proof, but must be replaced if there
are any signs of cracks or corrosion. Please contact us at www.imaginfires.co.uk
or 01242 694806 for replacement steel burner boxes.

• Bioethanol burns best when it is at room temperature. In temperatures below 10
degrees Celsius the liquid will not ignite easily and it will take more time for an
attractive flame to develop.

• Do not use near flammable gas.

• Do not store Bioethanol fuel near the appliance. Store it only in a cool, dry place

and ensure the container is always tightly sealed.

• Do not cover the fire, or place any flammable materials or clothing on appliance.

• Do not put any ornaments on this unit at anytime.

• Fill the steel burner box with the Bioethanol fuel only to the max line

indicated on the burner box. Never overfill the steel burner box beyond the
max level.

• Do not leave any bottles of bioethanol or lighters on or near the fireplace

shelf.

• In case of injury or swallowing Bioethanol liquid, immediately call a doctor

or hospital for treatment and show them the label or packaging of the
bottle.

• Do not apply any treatment on burned skin and, should breathing

problems occur, please consult a doctor before use.

• How long will the fuel burn for?

Typically, 1 litre of fuel will burn for approximately 3 hours. If the burner unit is fully
open, then fuel will be used at a faster rate than if the unit is partly closed.

• Does bioethanol have any smell?

Whilst burning, you will not notice any smell, but when the fire is first lit or
extinguished there is a very slight temporary odour, which will disappear within
minutes.

• Will using an imagin fire set off my smoke alarm?

No. The fuel burns without any smoke.

• Where can I buy replacement bio fuel?

You can buy fuel from our website (www.imaginfires.com). We strongly recommend
that you only use bioethanol fuel with at least 96.6% alcohol.

• How do I light my imagin fire?

Refer to the section “Operating the Biofire”.

• How quickly will my imagin fire heat up?

It depends on the conditions in which you are trying to light it but usually within about
5 to 10 minutes. At first the flame may be a blue colour but will quickly turn into a
yellow/orange flame.

• How do I extinguish the flame?

The burner boxes have shutters that can be closed to shut off the flame immediately.
Always use the supplied rods to do this. Do not use your hands or any other part of
your body to do this, as the burner box will of course remain hot for a while even after
closing off the fire.

• Can I pour more biofuel on top of the existing fuel that is inside a burner box?

NEVER pour any fuel on top of a flame/existing fire. Always allow the existing flame
to be extinguished fully and cooled before adding any more fuel.

• What is the best way to be safe around the bioethanol fire?

The flame on the Imagin bioethanol fire is a real flame. You need to treat the fire as
you would any open fire source. Never put any flammable items near the flame.
Always allow the unit to cool completely before touching or moving it. If used
outdoors, remember that the weather conditions can greatly influence how the flame
behaves. For example, winds can make the flame suddenly change direction. Always

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