Connection of a mulifuel or wood burning stove to an existing chimney.
Before installation, the existing chimney must be swept and inspected for soundness.
In order to obtain maximum heat from the stove, it is preferable to place the stove as
shown in sketch 1 and 2, thus situating the stove freely in the room to be heated.
If the stove (due to the hearth being of insufficient depth to accommodate the
stove).needs to be installed as in sketch 3, it should be remembered that there will
certainly be a noticeable loss of heat, if the distance from the top of the stove to the
lintel is 12 inches or less
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The flue is one of the most important items of all. If any trouble
should arise it will almost certainly be due to the flue.
If the only fuel you intend to burn is wood it is advisable to have the chimney lined with
a proprietary flue liner.
VENTILATION
Air is Vital:
heating appliances whatever fuel they burn need to be able to"breathe" in order to
function efficiently and safely.
To 'breathe' they need a constant and sufficient flow of air, so the room must not
be completely air tight. If your home has draught-proofing or double glazing fitted
you may need vents or airbricks in an exterior wall of the room.
If vents or air-bricks are already there always ensure they are not blocked or covered.
FLUE CLEANINGTo enable your appliance to 'breathe' efficiently it is absolutely essential that you
do not allow soot or ash to build up where it can hinder or prevent the free flow of
smoke and other products of combustion.
Flueways at the back of the boiler should be cleaned once a week. But always
remember to let the fire go out and allow ashes to cool before cleansing.
The throat plates at the top of the roomheater cleaned monthly.
Empty and check the ash can every day.
Have your chimney swept at least once every year, preferably before each winter.
Contact a recommended chimney sweep.
R E M E M B E R
Proper ventilation
Regular cleaning and sweeping
Use the right fuel
Never leave an open fire unattended without a fireguard
Always use a securely fitted fireguard when children are in the house.
If, however your appliance begins to burn slowly, goes out frequently or if you
smell or suspect fumes, you must:
Open doors and windows
Carefully put out the fire, or allow it to burn itself out
Do not stay in the room any longer than necessary
Do not attempt to re-kindle the appliance until it has been checked by a
professional