Esse 125SE Assembly Instructions

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ESSE
Engineering Limited
, Ouzledale Foundry, Long Ing, Barnoldswick, Lancashire,
BB18 6BN
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone] , e-mail: enq[email protected]m
Website: http://www.esse.com, On-line store: http://www.esseparts.com
Your ESSE stove is guaranteed against defects arising from faulty manufacture for one year
subject to the following express conditions. Failure to comply with these conditions will invalidate
the guarantee.
•Your ESSE dealer or a suitably qualified engineer must install the stove. Upon
installation the receipt must be kept as proof of purchase.
•The guarantee is one year from date of purchase.
•The guarantee does not cover parts deemed to be replaceable in the normal usage of
the stove. These parts are: glass panels, rope seals, glass seals, bottom grate, ashpan,
firebricks, baffle plate.
If you have cause for dissatisfaction with your stove, you should first contact your ESSE dealer,
who will bring your concerns to our attention, We will assess the nature of the complaint and
either send replacements parts for your dealer to fit, or nominate a regional engineer to inspect
the appliance and carry out any remedial work that may be necessary. If the fault is not actually
due to faulty manufacture but some other cause i.e. misuse, failure to install correctly, or failure
to service at regular intervals, a charge will be made to cover the cost of the visit and any new
parts required. In the 1
st
year ESSE will only deal with the dealer direct.
Only genuine ESSE spare parts are recommended, Parts that may need occasional replacement
are:
Fire bricks
Ashpan
Fire grate
Fire bricks
Mitt
Baffle
Conditions of Guarantee
GU R NTEE
How to Proceed with a Complaint
Spare Parts
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125SE
SMOKE EXEMPT WOODBURNING STOVE
INST LL TION & USER INSTRUCTIONS
(TO BE LEFT WITH THE CUSTOMER)
UK & Ireland
GB IE

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General Safety Notes Page 2 Installing the Stove Page
Installation Instructions Page 3 Operating Instructions Page 8
Chimney & Flue Page 3 Wood Burning Page 8
Flue Draught Page 5 Maintenance Page 11
Flue Stabilizer Page Technical Information Page 11
Dimensions & Clearances Page Guarantee Page 12
•Properly installed, operated and maintained, this appliance will not emit fumes into the
dwelling. However occasional fumes from de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur. Persistent
fume emission is potentially dangerous and must not be tolerated. If fume emission does
persist, open doors and windows to ventilate the room. Let the fire burn out or eject and
safely dispose of fuel from the appliance. Once the fire is cold, check the flue and chimney
for blockages and clean if required. Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause of the
fume emission has been identified and corrected. Seek expert advice if necessary.
•Do not fit an extractor fan in the same room as the appliance.
•An adequate air supply for combustion and ventilation is required. As this stove does not
exceed 5.0 kW nominal heat output (Refer to Building Regulations Document J) a purpose
provided air vent is not normally required. However, in certain circumstances a purpose
provided air vent may be necessary – for example, small or tightly sealed rooms. Air
openings provided for this purpose must not be restricted.
•It is important that flue ways are cleaned frequently and the chimney swept regularly. Also
the stove must be maintained in good mechanical order. Regular sweeping means at least
once per year for smokeless fuel and a minimum of twice per year for other fuels.
•If the chimney was previously used for an open fire, it is possible that the higher flue gas
temperatures generated by the stove may loosen deposits that were firmly adhering to the
inner surface of the chimney and cause blockage of the fluepipe. We recommend that in
such a situation a second sweeping of the chimney should be carried out within one
month of regular use of the stove after installation. Also, lock or remove any existing
dampers in the flueway.
•Should it be likely that children, aged or infirm people approach the fire, then a fireguard
should be fitted.
•Avoid the use of aerosol sprays in the vicinity of the stove when it is in operation.
•This appliance must be installed as per these instructions and regulations complied with.
No modifications or alterations of any kind are permitted.
CONTENTS
GENER L S FETY NOTES
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The installer has a responsibility under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to provide for the
safety of persons carrying out the installation. Attention is drawn to the fact that fire cement is
caustic and hands must be washed thoroughly after use. The appliance is heavy and care must
be taken during handling. Although the appliance does not contain asbestos products, it is
possible that asbestos may be disturbed in existing installations and every precaution must be
taken.
These instructions give a guide for the installation of the appliance but in no way absolves the
installer from responsibilities to confirm to British Standards, in particular BS
BSBS
BS8
88
8303
303303
303 and BS 4
BS 4BS 4
BS 4 1
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1,
relating to the installation of solid fuel appliances. All local regulations, including those referring
to National and European standards need to be complied with when installing the appliance.
This successful operation of these appliances relies on the adequate performance of the
chimney to which it is connected. The chimney must:
•Have an internal cross section of no less than 320cm
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(200mm dia). If a flue liner is used it
should be 125mm diameter (5'') and suitable for solid fuel.
•Be a minimum 4. m high from hearth level to pot.
•Be terminated at least 1m above roof level so that the chimney does not terminate in a
pressure zone (see Fig.2).
•Be free from cracks, severe bends, voids and obstructions.
•Be connected to this one appliance only.
•New chimneys must be tested in accordance with HETAS requirements.
•If this stove is installed as a freestanding appliance, it should not support any part of the
chimney.
•Voids in the chimney should be avoided, as these will prevent a steady flue draught.
•The stove flue pipe should pass beyond the narrowing of the chimney (see Fig. 1).
•Consideration should be given to falling soot. For rear outlet stoves it may be necessary to
provide a soot catchment area in the flue pipe so that soot does not settle in the path of
the flue gases. The optional rear flue box attachment available from ESSE has a
detachable base that allows for fallen soot to be removed (see Fig.1).
•A flue/chimney access point may also be required so that the state of the chimney can be
checked and any fallen soot removed.
•External flue must be insulated to prevent heat loss.
INST LL TION INSTRUCTIONS
CHIMNEY & FLUE
Parts of the appliance, especial
ly the external surfaces, will be hot to touch
when in operation and due care will need to be taken.

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Fig. 1
–
Ideal Flue Connections.
Fig.2
–
Chimney and Flue Performance
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The chimney can be checked, before the stove is installed, with a smoke match. If the chimney
doesn’t pull the smoke it may suggest the chimney needs attention (see the Flue Diagnosis
Table, below).
The flue draught test hole must be drilled in the flue pipe as close to the stove as possible and
before any flue draught stabiliser.
The stove should be lit and allowed to warm the flue thoroughly. The air controls can then be set
so that the stove burns on a low setting. Allow the burning rate to become steady. The flue
draught reading should now be taken with the primary air intake closed and the airwash control
fully open.
The primary air intake can now be opened to allow the stove to burn at maximum rate. Give the
stove some time for the burning rate to become steady and then close the primary air intake,
make sure the airwash control is fully open and take a flue draught reading immediately.
Ideally, the flue draught reading should range between 1mm wg (10 Pa) and 2.5mm wg (25 Pa).
Any readings significantly outside this range may indicate the need for remedial action.
Low flue draught symptoms:
Low flue draught symptoms:Low flue draught symptoms:
Low flue draught symptoms: difficult to light and smoke coming into the room.
CAUSE
CAUSECAUSE
CAUSE REMEDY
REMEDYREMEDY
REMEDY
Cold chimney Line the chimney
Chimney too short Extend the chimney
Down draught Relocate/extend chimney terminal. Fit an anti down draught cowl
Chimney diameter too large Line the chimney
Chimney obstruction Clear/sweep the chimney
Restricted air supply Check for competing draughts (other chimneys, extractor hoods/fans).
Fit an air vent if the room Is sealed.
High flue draught symptoms:
High flue draught symptoms:High flue draught symptoms:
High flue draught symptoms: fire difficult to control, fuel will not last, stove too hot, stove damage,
chimney fire.
CAUSE
CAUSECAUSE
CAUSE REMEDY
REMEDYREMEDY
REMEDY
External wind conditions
combined with chimney
terminal
Fit stabiliser cowl.
Fit flue draught stabiliser.
FLUE DR UGHT
Measurements
Minimum
Maximum
This test is only a guide as an apparently poor flue may improve onc
e the stove
is installed, lit and the flue is warmed. If, once the stove is installed, there is any
doubt that the chimney is providing an adequate draught, reading can be taken
with the stove llit. Two flue draught readings should be taken, one with the s
tove
at minimum rate and one at maximum rate.

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A flue stabiliser can be fitted to reduce the draught through the stove if the flue draught is too
high. The flue stabiliser should be:
•Fitted in the same room as the stove
•The same size as the flue pipe
•Fitted no closer than 700mm to the flue outlet of the appliance.
The overall dimensions of the stove are shown in Fig. 3. The table above indicates
recommended distances between the stove and surrounding combustible materials. As a rule,
any surrounding combustible material should not exceed 80 ºC. There should be sufficient
space around the stove for service work.
FLUE ST BILIZER
DIMENSIONS & CLE R NCES
INST LLING THE STOVE
Positioning
Fig. 3
–
Stove Dimensions
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The construction of the hearth must conform to Building Regulations, must be firm, non-
combustible and capable of supporting the stove. (Refer to Building Regulations Document J).
The flue pipe used to connect the stove to the chimney is 125mm (5'') in diameter. The stove is
supplied ready for top flue connection. To change to rear connection the flue blanking plug
supplied with the stove is used to block the top flue outlet. The blanking plug in the rear flue
connection must then be removed (to access the bolts attaching the rear flue connection the
convector panel must first be removed) – see Fig.4. A rear flue box attachment is also available
from ESSE that allows the stove to be installed further out of any building recess. Fig.1 shows
suitable flue connections.
1. The installation must allow for adequate chimney sweeping.
2. Avoid using bends greater than 45 ºC to the vertical. All flue pipe sections should be as
close to vertical as possible.
3. All joints in the flue system must be effectively sealed.
4. All flue sockets must face upwards.
5. Check the appliance for sound of seals between castings and main components and
that all supplied parts and fitting are correctly fitted.
On completing the installation, check that all the internal components of the stove are positioned
correctly.
Check – ashpan, iron grate, baffle, side and back bricks.
Hearth
Flue Connection
Important Installation Notes
Fig. 4
–
Arranging the
F
lue
P
lug for
T
op or
R
ear
O
utlet

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Fig. 5 shows stove and its controls.
Additional loose parts supplied inside your stove include:
•A stove mitt – for removing the ash pan, adjusting the primary air controls, adjusting the
airwash control, and operating the door handle. Fig.5 shows how the stove mitt is used.
•A flue blanking plug to blank the top flue outlet if the rear flue outlet is to be used.
Before lightning the fire for the first time ensure that the baffle, side and back bricks and all the
internal components are in position. Burning without either will result in the stove overheating and
being damaged.
Open the air wash control and the primary air control fully. Place some tightly rolled paper on top
of some crumpled paper on the base towards the back of the stove. On top of this, place some
small pieces of wood. Light the crumpled paper and close the door. Once the fire becomes
OPER TING INSTRUCTIONS
Your Stove
WOOD BURNING
Lighting
& Controlling the Fire
Fig. 5
–
Using the
S
tove
M
itt
As the handles become hot in use it is recommended that you u
se the stove
mitt supplied.
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established add some larger pieces of wood. As the stove comes up to temperature close the
primary air control using the stove mitt as shown in Fig.5. The burning rate of the stove can now
be regulated by the rate at which fuel is added and by adjusting the air wash control.
With the above in mind it is plain to see that the stove should ideally be run with the primary air
inlet closed and the air wash control open whenever possible. Another advantage of running the
stove with the air wash open is that the air being drawn into the stove travels across the glass
forming an air barrier between the glass and the fire bed helping to prevent smoke particles
sticking to the glass.
If the fire dies down too low, opening the primary air control for a short period will revive it. When
reviving a low fire it is important to also use kindling before adding larger logs to help prevent
smoke.
Only remove small amounts of ash from the firebox. When de-ashing, leave 30-40mm depth of
ash in the bottom of the firebox for the best performance. Always use the stove mitt to open and
close the door.
To get the best results from your stove it is recommended that a wood stove thermometer
(available from your stove dealer) be fitted to the flue pipe above the stove, at eye level if
possible. The figures below show the recommended temperature of the flue gases:
115ºC – 245ºC (240ºF - 475ºF)
The flue gases should be in this temperature band for the safest, most efficient and most
economical operation of your stove.
Below 115ºC
This is below the condensation point of wood gases and may cause the build up of tar in the
chimney, dirty the stove glass and result in the inefficient burning of fuel.
Above 245ºC
Too hot. Heat will be wasted up the chimney. Excess heat may damage the stove or ignite
any existing accumulation of tar resulting in a chimney fire.
Ash Removal
Correct Running Tem
perature for Burning
Wood burns most efficiently when the air for combustion is supplied from above
the fire bed rather than below. The air supplied above the fire bed provides the
oxygen necessary for the volatile gases (smoke), given off by the wood a
s it
heats to combust. This ensures that the gases are burnt and used to heat the
stove instead of being wasted up the chimney or condensing and forming tarry
deposits inside the stove, in the flue or on the stove glass. Running the stove
with the primary
air control open and the air wash control closed will provide
oxygen for the wood to burn on the fire bed but will not provide air for the volatile
gases above the fire bed to combust resulting in a smoky inefficient fire.