Morso Squirrel 551 Owner's Manual

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Squirrel - Gas Stoves

Model No. 551 - With Open Flue

Model No. 552 - With balanced Flue

OWNER’S GUIDE

THESE APPLIANCES ARE FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20)

OPEN FLUE STOVE MODEL 551 IS FOR USE WITH PROPANE GAS (G31) WHEN CON-

VERTED USING KIT NO. 0555111.

BALANCED FLUE STOVE MODEL 552 IS FOR USE WITH PROPANE GAS (G31) WHEN

CONVERTED USING KIT NO. 0555211.

THESE APPLIANCES ARE SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED KING-

DOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).

We trust that these instructions give sufficient details to enable this appli-

ance to be installed and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further infor-

mation is required, our Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.

Telephone [phone] (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).

This guide is intended to help you care for your gas stove. Please read thoroughly before

using your gas stove and keep for future reference.

Manufactured by Morsø Jernstøberi A/S . DK-7900 Nykøbing Mors

E-Mail: [e-mail] · Website: www.morsoe.com

Distributed by Morsø UK, Unit 5, io Center, Valley Drive, Swift Walley,

Rugby, Warks, CV21 1TW - www.morsouk.com

INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner

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C u s t o m e r C a r e

Thank you for choosing morsø.

All morsø appliances are designed to meet the most stringent quality, per­formance and safety requirements to provide our customers with many years
trouble-free service.
Your owner guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of
your gas fire by providing simple and informative instructions to ensure that
you benefit from the excellent performance and features it has to offer.

LIST OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY 3

OPERATING YOUR STOVE 6

The Flame Sensing & Flue Blockage Safety System 6
To Light The Pilot 6
To Light the Main Burner 6
To Turn Off the Main Burner Only 7
To Turn Off the Main Burner and Pilot 7

CLEANING YOUR STOVE 8
Cast Iron Surfaces 8
Opening the Door 8
The Glass Window 8

FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT AND
BURNER COMPARTMENT WALLS 9

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 12

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SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS
DON’T SMOKE
EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES
DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF
TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER
OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS
IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE - SEE YOUR
LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY

Do have the gas stove installed by a competent person. In the United Kingdom,

installation must be in accordance with the latest edition of the Gas Safety (in­stallation & use) Regulations. In the Republic of Ireland, installation must be in
accordance with all national and local regulations in force.
Do have the chimney swept prior to installation if it was previously used for
solid fuel.
Do have the gas stove installed in accordance with the installation instructions.
On no account must the stove stand on carpets or other combustible materials.
The stove must stand on a non-combustible hearth surface. The hearth material
must be at least 400mm wide x 420mm deep x 12mm thick.
Do provide the minimum clearances shown in figure 1.
Do ensure that the flue terminal on the outside wall (Balanced flue model 552)
is kept free from all obstructions and blockages.
Do always use a fireguard complying with BS 8423 for the protection of young
children, the elderly or infirm.The cast iron top, front, rear and sides of this stove
are considered to be working surfaces and so will become very hot when in use.
Always take care when using this appliance. Such a guard is also recommended
for the protection of pet animals.
Do wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the gas stove is switched
off or the flames are extinguished for any reason.(Your gas stove is fitted with a
safety device that will automatically shut off the gas supply to the gas stove, if
for any reason , the flame goes out)
Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your gas stove.
Soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have a raised pattern are
easily affected by heat. They may, therefore, scorch or become discoloured
when close to a heating appliance. Please bear this in mind whenever you are
considering redecorating.

Don’t hang clothing, towels or any other fabrics over the gas stove.
Don’t put more loose ceramic coals on the gas stove than the number given

in this guide or use any ceramic coals other than those authorised for this gas
stove. Incorrect combustion could result.

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Don’t put paper or other materials into your gas stove.
Don’t use the gas stove with damaged base ceramics.
Don’t place any combustible material (rugs, carpet, plastic tiles, etc.) on the

hearth
Don’t attempt to clean or service the gas stove until it has been switched off
and allowed to cool completely.
Don’t use this stove with the door open or with the glass panel damaged or
removed. The door should always be secured with the locking screw (See
“Cleaning your stove”). If the window is damaged or will not close securely
the fire must be turned off and not used until the window is changed or cor­rected by a competent service engineer.
Don’t leave the stove on if the house is left unoccupied for a long period. We
recommend that the stove is turned fully off.