Instruction Manual
English
Insert Fires
SIENA | ORION | RIALTO | SIRIUS | URANO | IACO
BASIC | SLIM | DUO – BOX
BASIC | SLIM | DUO – BACK BOX
HERA | LOKI | JUNO | HEKA
Mod. 115 – H
Please read this Instruction Manual carefully and keep it for future
reference.
All Solzaima products come with a 2-year warranty.
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Thank you for purchasing a SOLZAIMA unit.
Please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
* All our products fulfil the requirements of the European Regulation (Reg
UE 305/2011) and have been certified with the CE conformity trademark;
* SOLZAIMA disclaims responsibility for damages to the unit if it is installed
by non-qualified personnel;
* SOLZAIMA disclaims responsibility for damages to the unit if the rules for
installation and use described in this manual are not followed;
* All local regulations, including those referring to national and European
standards, should be complied with when installing the unit;
* Our Insert Fires have been tested according to standards EN 13229:2001
+ EN 13229:2001/AC:2003 + EN 13229:2001/A1:2003 + EN
13229:2001/A2:2004 + EN 13229:2001/AC:2006 + EN
13229:2001/A2:2004/AC:2006;
* Technical support is normally provided by SOLZAIMA, except in
exceptional cases to be determined by the installer or support technician;
* Whenever you need assistance, you should contact your unit’s supplier or
installer. You should provide its serial number, which is on the identification
plate located on the left side of the ash drawer, as well as on the label on the
back cover of this manual.
Contents:
Solzaima………………………………………………………………. ...... 3
Technical Specifications……………………………………………… ..... 4
Your Unit………………………………………………………………. ...... 9
Components…………………………………………………………….... 12
Installation……………………………………………………………… ... 13
Instructions for Use…………………………………………………… .... 17
Troubleshooting………………………………………………………. .... 26
End of Life……………………………………………………………… ... 27
Sustainability……………………………………………………………... 27
Glossary……………………………………………………………….. .... 28
Warranty……………………………………………………………….. .... 30
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Solzaima
Having first entered the market in 1978, we are a leading specialist company
in the design and manufacture of biomass heating solutions, including insert,
backboiler and free-standing fires.
As a market leader and specialist in the area in which we operate, we put a
premium on the quality of our products to make sure that we satisfy our
customers' needs.
Solzaima is certified in accordance with standards ISO9001:2008 (Quality
Management) and ISO14001:2004 (Environment) and is well aware of its
environmental obligations. In addition, we submit to a demanding testing
regime in order to guarantee top quality and performance across our entire
range of products, in terms of raw materials selection, control of the
manufacturing process, and treatment of all the waste generated. All this to
ensure your home is fitted with solid and reliable equipment.
Technical Specifications
Insert fires are designed to heat their surroundings and are perfect for those
who already own a fireplace and intend on refurbishing it or simply making it
more efficient and cost-effective - such is the case of wall-mounted fires or,
as they are commonly known, "cassettes".
Our stores offer you a range of options to suit the design of your room. The
Back Box and Box units come in Basic, Slim and Duo variants, so you can
find the right model to blend harmoniously into its surroundings without any
need for major alterations, as they do not insert into the wall.
* Technical specifications across the range:
* CE certified
* Average reloading time: ≤ 45 minutos
* Fuel: Dry firewood
* Voltage: 230 V (except Urano/Iaco, Basic/Slim/Duo - Box)
* Frequency: 50 Hz (except Urano/Iaco, Basic/Slim/Duo - Box)
* Power: 2x8.5 W (except Urano/Iaco, Basic/Slim/Duo - Box)
* Type of Equipment: intermittent use
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Table 1 – Technical Specifications for each Unit
W – Width; H – Height
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Power output is calculated by taking into account a variation of 30% in relation to the rated output.
2
Consumption of firewood, taking into account the range of power outputs.
3
Power output is calculated by taking into account a variation of 30% in relation to the rated output.
4
Consumption of firewood, taking into account the range of power outputs.
Siena
Orion
Rialto
Sirius
Urano
Dimensions
W H W H W H W H W
H
Front (inches/mm)
27.6/
703
26.6
/678
31.6
/803
34.5
/678
35.5
/903
26.6
/678
35.5/
903
26.6
/678
27.6
/703
23.3
/593
Casing (inches/mm)
24.6/
627
23.2
/590
28.6
/727
23.2
/590
32.5
/827
23.2
/590
32.5/
827
23.2
/590
24.6
/627
19.8
/504
Total Depth (inches/mm)
16.7/425
18.2/462
18.2/462
24.5/624
16.7/425
Flue Ø (inches/mm)
Ø 5.9/150 int.
Ø 7.0/180
int.
Ø 7.0/180
int.
Ø 7.8/200
int.
Ø 5.9/150
int.
Rated output (kW)
7
9,5
11
16,5
7
Efficiency (%)
71
71
71
75
71
CO Emissions (13%O2)
(%)
0.2
0.2
0.37
0.26
0.20
CO2 Emissions (%)
8.8
9.7
8.79
11.2
9.7
Average combustion
temperature (ºF/ºC)
802/428
703/373
599/315
696/369
802/428
Combustion flow (g/s)
10
11
10
13
10
Power output1 (kW)
4,9 – 9,1
6,7 – 12,4
7,7 – 14,3
11,6 – 21,5
4,9 – 9,1
Firewood consumption2
(pounds/kg / h)
3.7/1.7 –
6.8/3.1
3.5/1.6 –
6.4/2.9
4/1.8 –
7.5/3.4
7.9/3.6 –
14.5/6.6
3.7/1.7 –
6.8/3.1
Weight (pounds/kg)
172/78
200/91
220/100
268/122
147/67
Maximum heated volume
(m3)
207
279
323
488
207
Energy efficiency rating
Class 1
Class 1
Class 1
Class 1
Class 2
Length Firewood
(inches/mm)
15,7/400
19,6/500
19,6/500
19,6/500
15,7/400
Depression (Pa)
12
12
12
12
12
Box
Iaco
Basic
Slim
Duo
Dimensions
W H W H W H W
H
Front (inches/mm)
31.6/
803
23.3
/593
33.4
/850
36.6
/933
33.4
/850
37
/942
66.9/
1700
36.7
/933
Casing (inches/mm)
28.6/
727
19.8
/504
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Total Depth (inches/mm)
18.1/462
23.6/600
23.6/600
23.6/600
Flue Ø (inches/mm)
Ø 7.0/180 int.
Ø 7.8/200
int.
Ø 7.8/200
int.
Ø 7.8/200
int.
Rated output (kW)
9,8
10
10
10
Efficiency (%)
68
75
75
75
CO Emissions (13%O2)
(%)
0.20
0.26
0.26
0.26
CO2 Emissions (%)
9.7
11.2
11.2
11.2
Average combustion
temperature (ºF/ºC)
703/373
696/369
696/369
696/369
Combustion flow (g/s)
11
13
13
13
Power output3 (kW)
6.9 – 12.7
7.0 – 13.0
7.0 – 13.0
7.0 – 13.0
Firewood consumption4
(pounds/kg / h)
5.4/2.45 –
10.1/4.6
3.7/1.7 –
6.8/3.1
3.7/1.7 –
6.8/3.1
3.7/1.7 –
6.8/3.1
Weight (pounds/kg)
176/80
317/144
337/153
383/174
Maximum heated volume
(m3)
290
294
294
294
Energy efficiency rating
Class 2
Class 1
Class 1
Class 1
Length Firewood
(inches/mm)
19,6/500
23,6/600
23,6/600
23,6/600
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Power output is calculated by taking into account a variation of 30% in relation to the rated output.
6
Consumption of firewood, taking into account the range of power outputs.
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Power output is calculated by taking into account a variation of 30% in relation to the rated output.
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Consumption of firewood, taking into account the range of power outputs.
Back Box
Basic
Slim
Duo
Dimensions
W H W H W
H
Front (inches/mm)
33.4
/850
40.5/
1030
33.4
/850
40.7/
1036
66.9/
1700
40.5/
1030
Casing (inches/mm)
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Total Depth (inches/mm)
16.9/430
16.9/430
16.9/430
Flue Ø (inches/mm)
Ø 7.0/180
int.
Ø 7.0/180 int.
Ø 7.0/180 int.
Rated output (kW)
11
11
11
Efficiency (%)
71
71
71
CO Emissions (13%O2)
(%)
0.37
0.37
0.37
CO2 Emissions (%)
8.79
8.79
8.79
Average combustion
temperature (ºF/ºC)
599/315
599/315
599/315
Combustion flow (g/s)
10
10
10
Power output5 (kW)
6.4 – 12
6.4 – 12
6.4 – 12
Firewood consumption6
(pounds/kg / h)
3.39/1.54 –
6.3/2.86
3.39/1.54 –
6.3/2.86
3.39/1.54 –
6.3/2.86
Weight (pounds/kg)
279/127
286/130
337/153
Maximum heated volume
(m3)
267
267
267
Energy efficiency rating
Class 1
Class 1
Class 1
Length Firewood
(inches/mm)
23,6/600
23,6/600
23,6/600
Hera
Loki
Juno
Heka
Dimensions
W H W H W H W
H
Front (inches/mm)
27.6
/703
26.6
/678
31.6
/803
26.6
/678
35.5
/903
26.6
/678
35.5
/903
26.6
/678
Casing (inches/mm)
24.6
/627
23.2
/590
28.6
/727
23.2
/590
32.5
/827
23.2
/590
32.5
/827
23.2
/590
Total Depth
(inches/mm)
17.2/437
18.5/469
18.5/469
24.9/634
Flue Ø (inches/mm)
Ø 5.9/150
int.
Ø 7.0/180
int.
Ø 7.0/180
int.
Ø 7.8/200
int.
Rated output (kW)
7
9,5
11
16,5
Efficiency (%)
71
71
71
75
CO Emissions (13%O2)
(%)
0,2
0,2
0,37
0,26
CO2 Emissions (%)
8,8
9,7
8,79
11,2
Average combustion
temperature (ºF/ºC)
802/428
703/373
599/315
696/369
Combustion flow (g/s)
10
11
10
13
Power output7 (kW)
4,9 – 9,1
6,7 – 12,4
7,7 – 14,3
11,6 – 21,5
Firewood consumption8
(pounds/kg / h)
3.7/1.7 –
6.8/3.1
3.5/1.6 –
6.4/2.9
4/1.8 –
7.5/3.4
7.9/3.6 –
14.5/6.6
Weight (pounds/kg)
172/78
198/90
222/101
271/123
Maximum heated
volume (m3)
207
279
323
488
Energy efficiency rating
Class 1
Class 1
Class 1
Class 1
Length Firewood
(inches/mm)
15,7/400
19,6/500
19,6/500
19,6/500
Depression (Pa)
12
12
12
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Your Unit
BOX Range
BACK BOX Range
BACK BOX also comes in SLIM BACK BOX and DUO BACK BOX variants.
DUO BOX
BASIC BOX
SLIM BOX
Combustion air
intake damper
Door handle
Vermiculite
panels
Firewood box
Smoke outlet
Combustion air
intake damper
Door handle
Firewood box
Forced ventilation
Smoke outlet
Vermiculite panels
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BASIC BACK BOX
URANO
URANO with STAINLESS
STEEL FRAME
Combustion air
intake damper
Door handle
Vermiculite panels
Vermiculite panels
SIRIUS
SIRIUS with STAINLESS
STEEL FRAME
Combustion air intake
damper
Door handle
Forced
ventilation
ORION with STAINLESS
STEEL FRAME
Range with optional accessory –
stainless steel or colour-matching frame,
either 1.95in (5cm) or 3.9in (10 cm) wide
ORION
Combustion air
intake damper
Door handle
Forced
Ventilation
Vermiculite
panels
Fig. 1 – Orion, Sirius, Urano, Box, Back Box, Heka and Juno units
Components
* Our insert fires are built entirely of top quality carbon steel plate, with a
thickness of 0.118 inches (3mm) and 0.19 inches (5mm) in the combustion
chamber and 0.019 inches (1.5mm) in the casing. Other parts, such as the
door and ash drawer, use 0.019 inches (1.5mm) and 0.078 inches (2mm)
plates;
* Heat-resistant ceramic glass. Can handle temperatures of up 1382°F
(750°C) in continuous use;
* The combustion chamber is coated with a heat-resistant material known as
vermiculite, a hydrosilicate that can withstand temperatures in the order of
2012°F (1100°C). Its insulating properties allow the unit to take better
advantage of the heat, improve efficiency and provide greater protection for
the steel plate forming the combustion chamber walls, thus prolonging the
life of the equipment.
* Heat-resistant paint for temperature peaks up to 1652°F (900°C) and
operating temperatures in the order of 1112°F (600°C);
* The ash grate is made from a 0.19 inches (5mm) thick plate.
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Vermiculite panels
HEKA with 4 SIDES
FRAME
Combustion air intake
damper
Door handle
Forced
ventilation
HEKA with 3 SIDES
FRAME
HEKA with INTEGRAL
FRAME
GLASS Range
JUNO with 4 SIDES
FRAME
Vermiculite panels
Combustion air intake
damper
Door handle
Forced
ventilation
JUNO with 3 SIDES
FRAME
JUNO with INTEGRAL
FRAME
Installation
Attention: all regulations and standards must be complied with when
installing this stove.
1. Combustion air and gas circulation
* This type of stove should be installed in a well-ventilated area. Any air
intake grilles should be placed in locations that are not liable to become
blocked;
* Additional air inlets may be needed if the stove is used in simultaneous
with other devises that require an air supply. The installer should evaluate
the situation according to the overall air flow requirements;
* Use of this unit at the same time as other heating devices that require an
air supply may necessitate additional air inlets. The installer should assess
the situation in light of total air flow requirements;
* Under normal operating conditions, the combustion gas flow should create
a draught of 12 Pa one metre above the throat of the flue. For proper
installation, at least 78.7 inches (2 metres) of metal flue tube with the same
diameter as the unit's smoke outlet should be fitted vertically above the unit.
After this section, sections of tubing with a maximum angle of 45° may be
used;
Figures 2 and 3 illustrate correct and incorrect angles for installing a bend.
45º45º
Fig. 2 – Correct angle for bends Fig.3 – Incorrect angle for bends
* A single-walled tube installed on the outside of a building results in the
condensation of water vapour in the combustion gases. We therefore
recommend the use of a double – walked insulated pipe;
* The flue outlet should allow for good air circulation and be placed at least
23.6 inches (60cm) above the top of any obstacle located within a distance
of 9.8 feet (3m);
* The same flue should not be used for more than one unit or open fireplace.
With shared chimneys, each flue should reach its outlet independently and
these should be at the same level to ensure that the air circulation expels the
gases;
* Brick chimneys should not be too wide, as the smoke will cool as it
disperses, reducing the draft. In case of draft problems, a revolving chimney
cowl can be installed;
45º45º45º
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2. Installation location requirements
* The unit should stand on a masonry hearth made of refractory bricks or
another type of non-combustible material;
* It is recommended for insert fires to be insulated with insulating material
with a thickness of 1.57 inches (40mm) and a density of 154 pounds
(70kg)/m3 (except for the Back Box and Box ranges, in their Basic, Slim and
Duo variants). All units should be installed at least 15.7 inches (400mm)
from combustible materials;
* Combustible materials should not be installed close to the walls of the unit;
* The floor on which the unit will stand must be able to support a permanent
load of 2.2 pounds (1kg)/cm². If the load capacity of the floor is insufficient, a
solid plate can be used to distribute the load over an area larger than the
unit’s base;
* The building’s air intake grilles should not be obstructed;
* There should be a gap of around 0.19 inches (5mm) between the unit and
ornamental stones, to allow room for the metal to expand. These should also
be installed so as to allow the unit to be removed without causing damage, if
the need arises; This recommendation does not apply to the Back Box and
Box ranges, in their Basic, Slim and Duo variants.
* Ensure that the opening in the wall is of an appropriate size to house the
unit;
* Materials/objects placed in front of the unit, as well as behind in the case of
the Box range, should be able to withstand the heat radiated from the glass
of the door(s), so should not be combustible;
* Refractory cement or other refractory material should be applied on the
chimney walls;
* The use of wood finishings may increase the risk of fire. Therefore, we
recommend the use of adequate insulation or that wood not be used at all.
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3. Forced Ventilation
* Units that are equipped with forced ventilation include 2 ventilators, with a
power of 8.5 W and a pulsating air flow of 67 m3/h each, connected in
parallel through a thermostat according to the circuit diagram below.
Fig.4 – Circuit diagram
Attention: all three wires in the power feed cable – earth, neutral and live – should be
connected. We take no responsibility for any damage resulting from non-compliance with this
warning.
* The electrical components should always be connected to the power
supply;
* The cable used for the electrical connection should be silicon-coated and
heat-resistant to 356°F (180°C). If the power feed cable is damaged, it
should only be replaced by a qualified technician;
* You should take care to not lay the cable where it may be crushed;
* The electrical installation should incorporate means to switch the unit off,
with a minimum separation of 0.118 inches (3mm) between the contacts,
pursuant to the applicable legislation in force.9
Instructions for Use
Attention: all regulations and standards must be complied with when
installing this unit.
1. Fuel
* Only firewood should be used in this type of unit. It may not be used as an
incinerator, nor should other materials such as coal, painted wood,
varnishes, thinners, liquid fuels, glues or plastics be used. Also avoid
burning common combustible materials such as cardboard and straw.
* The firewood should have a low water content (less than 20%) in order to
ensure efficient combustion and avoid creosote build-up in the smoke duct
and on the glass;
* See Table 2, which lists some of the types of wood that can be used in
these units;
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We recommend the use of a 30 mA differential switch and a 0.5 A circuit breaker for the unit’s
electrical installation.
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TERMOSTATO
TERRA
NEUTRO
FASE
VENTILADOR VENTILADOR
JUNÇÃO CERÂMICA
JUNÇÃO CERÂMICA
CERRA-CABOS
TERRA
TERRA
EARTH
NEUTRAL
LIVE
CERAMIC TERMINAL BLOCK
CERAMIC TERMINAL BLOCK
EARTH
EARTH
VENTILATOR
VENTILATOR
CABLE-CLAMP
THERMOSTAT
Table 2 – List of types of firewood that may be used in SOLZAIMA fires, their geographical
distribution and calorific value/reactions.
Common
Name
Scientific
name
Distribution
(total: 18 districts)
Characteristics
Smoke
Heat
Lighting
Combustion
Speed
Hardness
Pine
Pinus
Europe, except
Finland; Northern
Sweden and
Norway.
Little
High
Easy
Fast
Soft
Cork Oak
(+)
Quercus
suber
Southern Europe
Little
Very
High
Easy
Regular
Hard
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptu
s
Mediterranean
Region
Lot
Regu
lar
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Holm Oak
(+)
Quercus
ilex
Southern Europe
Little
Very
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Olive tree
Olea
Mediterranean
Region
Little
Very
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Oak
Quercus
Across Europe
Little
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Ash
Fraxinus
Across Europe
Regula
r
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Birch
Betula
Across Europe
Little
Very
High
Easy
Fast
Soft
Beech
Fagus
Europe, except
Iberian Peninsula
and Northern
Europe, including
United Kingdom.
Little
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Elm
Ulmus
Across Europe
Regula
r
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
Maple
Acer
Across Europe
Little
Regu
lar
Regular
Slow
Soft
Poplar
Populus
Across Europe
Little
High
Easy
Fast
Soft
Chestnut
Castanea
Across Europe
Regula
r
High
Difficult
Slow
Hard
(+): greatest commercial availability
1.1 Power
The power of your unit indicates its heating capacity, i.e. the energy your unit
transfers from the firewood to your home (usually measured in kW) and is
directly related to the amount of firewood that you place in it.
The rated output is the measure of a standard load of firewood when tested
in laboratories during a certain amount of time.
The power output is a manufacturer's recommendation from tests to the
equipment with firewood loads within a reasonable operation range. This
power output range will present different firewood consumptions per hour.
1.2 Energy Efficiency and Performance Ratings
Implementing solutions that seek to achieve greater energy efficiency allows
for substantial reductions in energy needs, and thus reduces our current
dependence on fossil fuels and other non-renewable sources of energy.
Energy efficiency enables you to make large savings from both an economic
and an environmental point of view.
As a result of Solzaima's commitment towards the equipment's efficiency,
most of our products are classified as efficiency class 1, i.e., with an
efficiency rate equal to or greater than 70%.
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A 70% efficiency rate means that 70% of the energy contained in the
firewood is used to warm your home or, in other words, you are able to
produce the same amount of energy with much less firewood.
*in accordance with EC classification standards for insert fires.
A Solzaima 5kW stove with an efficiency rate of 75%, i.e. efficiency class 1,
will consume approximately 3.5 pounds (1.6kg) of firewood per hour to warm
a 389 sq ft room (35m2).
Typically, a traditional fireplace has an efficiency rate of approximately 10%,
which means it will consume about 26.5 pounds (12kg) of firewood to
produce the same 5kw necessary to warm the same 389 sq ft room (35m2).
2. First Use
* Ask the installer to light the unit to ensure that all is functioning correctly;
* The stove’s paint is cured by the heat when it is first used, which may give
rise to additional smoke. If this happens, you should ventilate the room by
opening external windows and doors.
EFFICIENCY RATING*
EFFICIENCY RATE*
(fire door closed)
70 %
60% < 70 %
50% < 60 %
30% < 50 %
FIREWOOD CONSUMED IN ONE HOUR TO WARM APPROXI MATELY
389 SQ FT (35 m2) WI TH A 5kW UNIT
A traditional fireplace with an
efficiency rate of 10% consumes
26.5 pounds (12kg) of firewood
A fireplace equipped with a simple
fire (class 4) and providing an
efficiency rate of 30% consumes 8.8
pounds (4kg) of firewood
A fire with an efficiency rate of 50%
(class 3) consumes 5.3 pounds
(2.4kg) of firewood
A Solzaima fire with an efficiency
rate of 75% (class 1) consumes only
3.5 pounds (1.6kg) of firewood
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2
3
4
1
2
3
4
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3. Normal Use
a) Open the combustion air regulator on the door;
b) Place some pine cones (preferably) on the ash grate;
c) Place some kindling wood on top, piled horizontally;
d) The lighting period is over when the unit has reached a constant
temperature. You should then regulate the combustion air intake;
* You should check that there is sufficient ventilation in the room where the
stove is installed, otherwise it will not work properly. For this reason, you
should check if there are any other heating devices which consume air
during operation (e.g. gas-fired equipment, braziers, etc). We recommend
against using these devices all at once;
* The air for combustion is drawn from the surrounding room, consuming
oxygen. You should check that ventilation grilles and other devices for
allowing air to enter from outside remain unobstructed;
* You should only open the door during reloading. Normal conditions of use
require the door to remain closed;
* Reload before the previous load has burnt completely, in order to make it
easier for the combustion to continue;
* When reloading with firewood, open the door slightly and wait a little while
to allow a good draft, and only then open the door completely.
* Use of the stove is not recommended when weather conditions are so bad
that the draught is seriously affected (particularly when there are very strong
winds).
3.1 Optional Accessories
* The stove is supplied with three/four frame elements or a full frame and
accompanying components to attach them to the wall.
* The Sirius, Siena, Orion, Rialto, Urano and Iaco models offer a choice of
frame designs to best suit the room where the unit is to be installed.
* The following frames are available:
a) stainless steel, either 1.95in (5cm) or 3.9in (10cm) wide;
b) full colour-matching frame, either 1.95in (5cm) or 3.9in (10cm) wide;
c) 3 or 4 separate colour-matching frame sides.
4. Additional Outlets
* There are 2 outlets (each 3.9 inches (100mm) in diameter) on the top
surface of the unit, which may be used by removing the covers and adapting
ducts to direct the warm air to other rooms; this does not apply to the Box
and Back Box ranges, in their Basic, Slim and Duo variants;
* If the warm air duct always runs upwards, there is no need for a forced
system. If it is for distributing the heat, you should install an aspirator to force
the air to circulate. In this case, it should be installed as plumb over the unit
as possible, so the thermostat can detect the rising heat immediately;
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* An air outlet grille should be placed in each room and all the ducts should
be well insulated;
* If you are interested in this form of heating, we recommend you contact a
specialised installer.
5. Safety
* The ventilators should always be connected to the power supply;
* You should take care to not lay the cable where it may be crushed;
* The exposed metal parts reach high temperatures - 212°F (100°C) on the
door and 140°F (60°C) on the frame. The door handle does not reach
temperatures above 113°F (45°C). Do not touch the hotter areas;
* You should use a glove or other protection if you have to touch the unit
when it is in operation;
* In case of fire in the flue, immediately close the door of the unit and
the combustion air intake damper;
* If there is a power cut, resulting in the ventilators cutting out when the unit
is in operation, close the combustion air intake and do not load the unit with
any more firewood. Keep the door closed.
6. Cleaning and Maintenance
* You should remove ash from the drawer on a regular basis (after the unit is
switched off), so that the combustion air can enter through the ash grate
unobstructed;
* The window should be cleaned with a suitable product,10 by following the
instructions for use and not allowing the product to come into contact with
the sealing ring and painted metal parts, which could trigger oxidation. The
sealing ring is glued, so should not be moistened with water or cleaning
products. If it becomes detached, it can be reattached with contact glue after
cleaning the groove with fine sandpaper;
* We advise you to clean the flue and flue throat (at the exit of the unit) at
least once a year, removing the baffle plate to do so;
* If you do not use the unit for a prolonged period, check to make sure that
the flue pipes are clear before lighting it;
* The stove should be cleaned using a dry cloth.
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Seek advice from your supplier/installer.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Glass gets dirty
. Check moisture of firewood
. Increase burn intensity by opening the
combustion air intake regulator slightly
Excessive draft
. Close the combustion air intake damper
. Contact the installer
Weak draft, causing smoke
to be expelled into the
room
. Check that the flue is clear of obstructions
. Clean the flue
. There may be exceptional weather
conditions
Weak fire
. Check moisture of firewood and opening of
the combustion air damper
. Check entry of air into the room
Ventilation stopped
working
. Check possible obstruction of ventilators
. Check and/or reconnect power supply
. The stove may not be hot enough to make
the ventilators switch on
Ventilation working but
flow is weak
. Clean all dust, ash or other residue that may
have accumulated in the ventilator grilles
Problems associated with
the weather
. Contact the installer
End of Life
* Around 90% of the materials used in the manufacture of these units is
recyclable, thus helping to reduce environmental impact and contributing to
the sustainable development of the planet;
* End-of-life units should be taken to licensed waste operators. We advise
you to contact your local council for collection.
Sustainability
* Solzaima designs solutions and equipment "moved" by biomass as their
primary energy source. This is our contribution for the sustainability of our
planet – an economically viable and environmentally-friendly alternative,
following environmental best management practices to ensure an efficient
carbon cycle management.
* Solzaima cares about being up to date with and assessing the existing
forest area while efficiently responding to energetic demands, with a
constant watch on biodiversity and natural wealth, critical aspects to the
quality of life in our planet.
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Glossary
* Ampere (A): SI unit of measurement of electric current
* bar: unit of pressure equal to exactly 100,000 Pa. This pressure is very close to
standard atmospheric pressure.
* cal (calorie): equal to the amount of heat required to increase the temperature of
one gram of water by one degree centigrade.
* Groove: housing for the sealing ring.
* cm (centimetres): unit of measurement.
* CO (carbon monoxide): Lightly flammable, colourless, odourless and very
dangerous gas, due to its toxicity.
* CO2 (carbon dioxide): Gas needed by plants on the one hand for photosynthesis,
and emitted into the atmosphere on the other, contributing to the greenhouse effect.
* Combustion: a process that releases energy. Combustion is basically a chemical
reaction that requires three things in order to take place: fuel, oxidant and ignition
temperature.
* Oxidant: chemical substance that feeds combustion (essentially oxygen) and is
essential for it to take place.
* Fuel: anything that can undergo combustion, in this case wood.
* Creosote: chemical compound created by combustion. This compound is
sometimes deposited on the glass and flue of an insert fire.
* Circuit breaker: Electromechanical device that protects a given electrical
appliance.
* Energy Efficiency: capacity to generate large quantities of heat with the least
amount of energy possible, causing the least environmental impact and reducing the
energy budget.
* CO Emissions: emission of carbon monoxide gas into the atmosphere.
* CO Emissions (13% O2): carbon monoxide content corrected for 13% of O2.
* Differential Switch: protects people and property against earthing failures,
preventing electric shocks and fires.
* kcal (Kilocalorie): multiple unit of measurement of calories. Equivalent to 1,000
calories.
* kW (Kilowatt): Unit of measurement equal to 1,000 watts.
* mm (millimetres): unit of measurement.
* mA (milliampere): unit of measurement of electric current.
* Pa (Pascal): standard SI unit of pressure and tension. This unit is named after
Blaise Pascal, eminent French mathematician, physicist and philosopher.
* Calorific Value: also known as specific combustion heat. Represents the quantity
of heat released when a certain quantity of fuel is completely burned. Calorific value
is expressed in calories (or kilocalories) per unit of weight of fuel.
* Rated output: Electric power consumed by an energy source. Measured in watts.
* Nominal heat output: heating capacity, i.e. the heat energy the unit transfers from
energy present in the firewood – measured for a standard load of firewood over a
given period of time.
* Power output: a manufacturer's recommendation from tests on the equipment with
firewood loads within a reasonable operating range. This power output range will
present different firewood consumptions per hour.
* Plumb: vertically above the installation.
* Efficiency: expressed as a percentage of “useful energy” that can be extracted
from a given system, taking into account the “total energy” of the fuel used.
* Ignition temperature: temperature above which the fuel can enter into combustion.
* Heat-resistant: resistant to high temperatures and thermal shock.
* Ceramic glass: Highly resistant ceramic material produced through controlled
crystallisation of vitreous materials. Used widely in industrial applications.
* W (Watt): SI unit of power.
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Warranty
* All SOLZAIMA units have a 2 (two) year warranty from the date the invoice
was issued. In order for your warranty to be valid, you must keep the invoice
or receipt of purchase throughout the warranty period.
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* The warranty applies only to defects in materials or manufacture;
* The unit's components – ventilators, thermostats, terminals, electric cables,
etc. have a 2 (two) year warranty;
* SOLZAIMA is happy to replace defective elements free of charge, following
analysis and verification by a qualified agent/installer.
* Exclusions:
* Fracture of the glass due to misuse of the unit does not fall within the
scope of this warranty; the chances of natural fracture of the glass are
minimal, as this would only be possible due to overheating. The glass can
withstand temperatures of 1382°F (750°C) in constant operation, as well as
temperature peaks of 1562°F (850°C) – temperatures which are never
reached during normal operation;
* The type of fuel used and how the unit is handled are not within
SOLZAIMA’s control, so the parts in direct contact with the flame – the ash
grate, comb and baffle plate – are not covered by this warranty;
* The vermiculite and sealing ring are not included in the warranty;
* The installer bears full responsibility for all problems and/or defects
resulting from the installation process;
* Costs associate with moving, transport, labour, packaging, disassembly
and immobilisation of the unit incurred during warranty operations shall be
borne by the purchaser;
* Any malfunctioning caused by mechanical or electrical parts not supplied
by SOLZAIMA and which are prohibited under the instructions governing
heating appliances are not covered by this warranty;
* SOLZAIMA disclaims responsibility for damages caused by the use of any
fuel other than firewood.
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