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14 OPERATING IN TRANSITION PERIODS (Summer)
When the outside temperature gets to be more than the temperature within the property, there is a strong
possibility of the flue working in reverse. If the appliance is not lit, this will cause the draught of the flue to travel in
a downward direction and the smell of smoke may be obvious in the room.
If you experience problems lighting the appliance because of the greater outside temperature, then it will be
necessary to warm the flue before loading the appliance with kindling. There are various methods for this
procedure. Ask your local supplier or registered chimney sweep for advice.
If the fire is lit, the heat output of the appliance is often reduced and the exhaust gases may not come out the
chimney completely. This can cause them to come back into the room.
In this case,
•shake the embers more frequently,
•increase the air for combustion and
•Only load a reduced quantity of fuel.
This will help to keep the chimney hot and working efficiently.
Check that all the seals of the appliance are in good order and that the connections to the chimney are also
sound.
15 MAINTENANCE - CLEANING THE APPLIANCE
Take great care choosing the products to clean your appliance. A major amount of cleaning can be carried out
using hot soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not leave the appliance surface wet after cleaning; this may cause
uncoated surfaces to go rusty. Using the wrong products on certain surfaces may cause damage to them, so take
care when choosing a cleaner. Never use bleach or chlorine based products, caustic cleaners, paint solvents,
biological powders, coarse abrasives or salt to clean your appliance. Never mix different products as they may
cause a chemical reaction with each other and cause harm to either you or the appliance. Read below to see
specific cleaning techniques. For any further information, please contact your Dealer!
16 A A DAILY CARE
To keep the surfaces of your appliance bright and clean, a daily wipe over with a lint free cloth is all that is
needed. A wet cloth may be used on certain surfaces.
To buff the cleaned surfaces, a soft, dry, lint free cloth should be used.
In order to keep your appliance in tip top condition, it is necessary to wipe up any spills or condensation streaks
as soon as is safe to do so. (i.e. when the unit is cold)
This will prevent the mark burning onto the appliance and becoming a much tougher stain to remove at a later
date, or causing a permanent mark. Try not to use excessive amounts of water when cleaning the appliance.
16 B CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE APPLIANCE
The appliances have three main surface finishes; these should be cleaned when the appliance is cool. Please
follow any instructions to the letter for any special cleaning agent that you may use. Ash removal and chimney
maintenance are also important areas to be aware of to ensure the efficient and correct operation of your
appliance. Please read on….
16 C CAST IRON
This can be cleaned with a lint free damp cloth. Don’t leave this surface wet as it will go rusty. If it is cleaned when
the appliance is slightly warm, the damp surface will dry by itself. Otherwise, wipe the surface dry after cleaning.
Another method is to brush the surface with a soft brush. This is good for cleaning in the more detailed and
difficult to get to areas. If cast iron is left for long periods in a damp atmosphere; such as a fireplace; it may start
to show signs of rust. To prevent this, wipe the surface over with light oil. This will burn off when the fire is re-lit.
16 D ENAMELED SURFACES:
These can also be cleaned with lint free damp cloth and then wiped over with a dry cloth.
16 E GLASS CLEANING:
Only clean the glass when the appliance is cold. There are various glass cleaners you can buy at stove shops
that are specially designed to remove hydrocarbon (soot) and fly ash (mineral) deposits from the glass. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. Typically, just spray a small amount of cleaner on the glass and use a paper towel or
rag to wipe it clean. Alternatively use a proprietary ceramic hob cleaner such as Hob-brite, as used for ceramic
hobs. Follow the directions on the product. If you break the glass, do not use the appliance until the glass has
been replaced. Contact your dealer to order the replacement glass.
16 F ASH REMOVAL:
The efficient operation of your appliance is dependant on its correct installation, operation and maintenance.
Leaving soot to accumulate inside your appliance will drastically reduce the output of the appliance and prevent it
from doing what it is designed to. Ensure that the ash inside every part of the appliance is removed, not just the
ash pan.
