HITZE LEGNO User manual

OPERATING AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Free-standing cooker
LEGNO
In compliance with the requirements of the Ecodesign Directive
within the EU Member States:
"This product cannot be used as a primary source of
heating."
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Hitze free-standing cooker!
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO READ THE OPERATING AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS IN FULL BEFORE FIRST USE
AND CHECK THE COMPLETENESS OF THE PRODUCT .

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Table of contents
1. INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION ...............................................................................................2
1.1. General information.......................................................................................................................2
1.2. In order to comply with the necessary safety rules, it is necessary to ...................................2
1.3. Never ..............................................................................................................................................3
1.4. Hitze is exempted from civil and criminal liability in the event of ...........................................3
1.5. Purpose of the cooker......................................................................................................... 3
1.6. Construction and operation of the cooker..................................................................................4
2. TRANSPORT, ASSEMBLY, COOKER INSTALLATION ................................................................... 5
2.1. Transport and handling ..................................................................................................... 5
2.2. Assembly .......................................................................................................................................6
2.3. Substrate recommendations.......................................................................................................7
2.4. Flue pipe........................................................................................................................................8
2.5. Connection to flue pipe................................................................................................................8
2.6. The flue system should meet the following features............................................................... 9
2.7. Ventilation of the cooker ............................................................................................................10
2.8. Installation of the insert ............................................................................................................ 10
3. STARTING UP ................................................................................................................................11
3.1. Preparation for commissioning.................................................................................................11
3.2. Firing up the cooker......................................................................................................... 11
4. USE .....................................................................................................................................................12
4.1. Types of fuel................................................................................................................................13
4.2. Adding fuel ..................................................................................................................................13
4.3. Preventing the escape of fumes ............................................................................................. 13
4.4. Glass cleanliness........................................................................................................................14
4.5. Operation in poorer climatic conditions and transition period..............................................14
4.6. Ash disposal................................................................................................................................14
4.7. General comments.....................................................................................................................15
5. CONSERVATION ...........................................................................................................................16
5.1. Recommended periodic cleaning of the cooker.............................................................. 16
6. FAULTS AND ANOMALIES DURING OPERATION ........................................................................17
6.1. The most common anomalies and how to resolve them..................................................... 17
7. NAMEPLATE ...................................................................................................................................18
8. INSPECTION CARD .......................................................................................................................18

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NOTES:
The device must not be used by children.
Never leave children or pets unattended around a burning or just
extinguished hearth.
Danger of burns (hearth parts can be very hot).
1. NEWS INTRODUCTION
Warmth from Nature - these words perfectly encapsulate the Hitze brand philosophy. In line with this philosophy,
we manufacture fireplaces and cookers that burn wood or wood pellets, which are the least environmentally
damaging raw materials. Thanks
to modern technology, we have developed innovative solutions that are
characterised by their modern design and high
heating efficiency.
We wish you trouble-free operation and plenty of warmth!
Before assembling and connecting the cooker to the flue system, it is essential to read the
Operating and Installation Instructions and to check the completeness of the product components.
The information contained in the Operating and Installation Instructions will ensure the correct operation of the
cooker and will help to avoid damage and accidents due to improper use.
If you have any doubts or operating problems, please contact your point of sale or the Manufacturer.
In order to improve the product, the Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the drawings,
photographs and descriptions, as well as to the parameters of the equipment without prior notice and at any
time. It is forbidden to copy the Operating and Assembly Instructions in whole or in part without authorisation
from the Manufacturer. Keep the operating and assembly instructions out of the reach of children.
In the event of damage, loss or destruction of the User's Manual and Installation Manual, please
request a copy from the point of sale or from the Manufacturer, providing the identification details
of the appliance.
1.1. Information general
Security
Compliance with the following rules will enable the cooker to operate correctly, avoiding damage and
accidents
caused by improper use.
1.2. To maintain the necessary safety rules :
▪ Before installing or maintaining the cooker, read and understand the Operating and Installation Instructions;
▪ Install the cooker in the most convenient position taking into account current building and fire regulations;
▪ installation, maintenance and functional testing of the system should be carried out by qualified specialists;
▪ use the appliance for its intended purpose;
▪ It is imperative that the cooker is adequately ventilated and supplied with air at the place of installation;
▪ Place the clothes dryer at least 1.5 m away from the cooker (fire hazard);
▪ check the permissible load on the floor (floor, ceiling) at the intended location of the cooker (taking into
account the total weight of the unit including its installation);
▪ provide a suitable chimney installation to guarantee safe use (e.g. a chimney made of non-combustible
materials with low heat absorption);
▪ avoid installing the cooker in rooms with B-gas appliances, hoods (with and without extractor hoods), heat
pumps, collective ventilation conduits, numerous active smoke ducts, as well as in the vicinity of stairwells and
rooms with appliances which can generate negative pressure;
▪ avoid direct contact with the cooker (the appliance is heated to high temperatures during operation) and if
necessary use suitable protective equipment (clothing, heat-resistant gloves);

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▪ Install the cooker in a room with fire protection, equipped with a fresh air supply and smoke extraction;
▪ in the event of any difficulties, contact the dealer or manufacturer (in the event of repair, request original
spare parts);
▪ periodically check and clean the flue pipe in accordance with the regulations in force;
▪ Include operating and installation instructions in case the unit is sold or rented.
1.3. Never belongs:
▪ resist and climb on the cooker;
▪ use the appliance in the event of faults or malfunctions;
▪ leave flammable materials within 1.5m of the cooker;
▪ light fires with flammable materials and burn waste.
1.4. Hitze is exempt from civil and criminal
liability at :
▪ use of the cooker not in accordance with the Operating and Installation Instructions;
▪ modification of the cooker and unauthorised replacement of parts with non-original ones (these actions
lead to immediate cancellation of the guarantee);
▪ injury and material damage caused by incorrect installation and maintenance (not in compliance with the
Operating and Installation Instructions).
1.5. Purpose cooker
LEGNO type cookers provide an additional source of heat in the rooms in which they are located. They are
equipped with fixed hearths, with manual fuel loading, closed with a standard (box) door. The main fuel is
seasoned hardwood (beech, hornbeam, birch) with a moisture content of less than 20%. During combustion,
heat energy is released from the combustion chamber by convection and radiation.
X
F
Fig. 1 Furnace dimensions
A
C
Zcz
D
B
Y
E

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Dimensions [mm]
Legno
Width
A
385
Height
B
897
Overall depth
C
484
Body depth
D
350
Firebox width
E
263
Burner depth
F
286
Flue diameter
Zcz
150
Glazing width
X
207
Glazing height
Y
316
Table 1 Furnace dimensions
parameter
s
unit
Legno
Rated power
kW
5,5
Heating load range
kW
2,5-7
Thermal efficiency
%
78
CO emissions (at 13% O2)
g/m3
1,137
Pollen emissions (at 13% O2)
g/m3
0,035
Flue gas temperature
˚C
286
Maximum billet length
mm
250
Weight
kg
84
Table 2 Technical data
1.6. Construction and
operation of cooker
Fig. 2 Construction of the furnace
1
17
2
10
16
3
9
15
4
8
14
5
7
13
6
12
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1.
flue
2.
lid
3.
deflector
4.
combustion chamber with insert
ceramic
5.
cast iron grate
6.
ashtray
7. special profile doors
8. air curtain
9.
steel deflector
10.
flue plate
11. adjustable shoe
12. ash pan
13.
lower throttle
14.
handle
15.
door
16. glass
17.
upper throttle

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Construction:
The cooker is made of boiler steel grade P256GH, 3mm thick. The inside of the combustion chamber is lined
with a ceramic insert to keep the heat
4 . The design allows the flue gases to be led out through the upper or
rear wall of the cooker. The flue
1 is 150mm in diameter. The front of the cooker consists of a steel door
made of a special profile
7 and profiled sheet metal, heat resistant glass 16 , and a handle 14 . The door is
bolted to slats fixed to the body of the cooker.
Activity
description :
There are two air intake systems inside - primary and secondary. The quantity of incoming primary air is
regulated by the lower inlet damper located on the front of the cooker under door
13 . The air then flows
around ash pan
6 and enters combustion chamber 4 through grate 5 .
The amount of secondary air is regulated by the upper damper 17 on the front of the cooker. The air is
directed to the upper part of the combustion chamber
4 . The air quantity is adjusted by moving the lever to the
left in order to open the air chamber.
right to close the air inlet.
The cooker is also equipped with an air curtain 8 to help keep the glass clean. Above the combustion
chamber there is a special ceramic plate called deflector 3 and a steel deflector 9 which enhance the heat
exchange. During combustion, the hot gases flow around the deflectors and then into the chimney via the flue
1 and ducting. The environment around the cooker is heated in two ways - the air surrounding the insert is
heated (convection) and escapes through the ventilation slots in the cooker casing. In addition , heat radiates
directly from all hot parts of the cooker.
2. TRANSPORT, ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION COOKER
The device complies with EN 13229:2002 and is CE certified.
Before assembling, installing and operating the cooker, read the following Operating and
Installation Instructions carefully and follow the instructions given therein. This will ensure
safe and efficient operation of the cooker. Failure to observe these Operating and Installation
Instructions may invalidate the warranty and endanger your health or life.
National and local regulations and standards must be observed during assembly, installation and operation, in
particular:
▪ Regulation of the Minister of Infrastructure of 12.04.2002. Dz.U.Nr75, poz. 690 with amendments of 07.05.2004.
r. Dz.U.Nr109, pos. 1156;
▪ Standard PN - B - 03406 :1994 Heating. Calculation heat demand;
▪ Standard PN - 89 / B - 10425 Smoke, flue and ventilation ducts made of brick;
▪ Standard PN - 78 / B - 03421.Ventilation and air conditioning. Design parameters of indoor air;
▪ Standard PN-EN 13229:2002 "Fireplace inserts including open fires for solid fuels. Requirements and
tests".
It is a requirement that the cooker is installed by a qualified person or company and that technical
acceptance is carried out by a master chimney sweep and a fire specialist.
Sequence of work for cooker installation:
▪ Preparing the location where the cooker is to be installed, checking the load-bearing capacity of the ground
▪ connecting the cooker to the chimney and making an air intake;
▪ using the cooker and observing whether there are any faults or anomalies (approximately 2 weeks).
2.1. Transport and handling
▪ The cooker is delivered pre-assembled, fixed to a pallet and wrapped in stretch foil;
▪ transportation of the cooker should be done in an upright position;
▪ After unpacking, check the cooker for transport damage;

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▪ Unpack the cooker close to the installation site; take care when moving it (preferably with a trolley) (pay
attention to the door and the glass);
▪ cooker packaging materials are not toxic or harmful; they should be recycled or stored by the user;
▪ in order to relieve the load on the cooker, in the event of installation in a difficult location, the ceramic
inserts (which cover the firebox) may be removed; after installation, each element must be correctly put
back in place.
2.2. Assembly
The design of the cooker allows 2 different configurations. The flue can be on the rear wall or on top.
Fig. 3 Various cooker configuration options
Operation of transferring the flue from the top plate to the rear wall
1.
view of the cooker in its
factory configuration
2.
unscrew the top and rear
covers by unscrewing them
with an Allen spanner
3. remove plates

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4.
reposition the flue and the top
cover
5. tighten the top and rear covers
with an Allen key
6.
view of the cooker after
configuration
Fig. 4 Flue replacement
2.3. Recommendations for substrates:
▪ Before installing the cooker, check the load-bearing capacity of the floor (whether it meets the load-
bearing conditions for the type of appliance depending on its weight);
▪ the floor must be made of a non-combustible material at least 30 cm thick, with a strip of space in front of
the cooker door, at least 60 cm wide and extending beyond the edges of the door by at least 30 cm.
non-flammable materials
Fig. 5 Recommendations for substrate and space
300mm
600mm
300mm
300mm
400mm
300mm 300mm
400mm
0

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2.4. flue
The cooker requires a suitable cross-section of the flue pipe (flue duct) and a suitable height of the flue pipe.
The cross-sectional area of the flue and smoke duct is determined according to the formula:
Where:
F - cross-sectional area of the flue and smoke duct [m2]; Q - rated thermal
output of the insert [kW];
h - chimney height [m].
According to current regulations, the flue must not be smaller than 14x14 cm, or its diameter must be at least
15
cm. Stoves with a higher output require a larger flue pipe cross-section . The cross-section also depends on
the height of the chimney.
The cooker must be connected to a flue pipe or a riser pipe conforming to
current national standards.
The size of the chimney draught should be:
- minimum draught - 6 ± 2 Pa;
- AVERAGE, RECOMMENDED DRAINAGE - 12 ± 2 Pa ;
- maximum draught - 15 ± 2 Pa.
NOTES:
For proper cooker operation it is necessary to ensure a correct draught in the
flue outlet:
▪ Insufficient chimney draught causes poor operation of the cooker, excessive burial of glass and excessive
contamination of the flue gas ducts; the overall heat output of the cooker is reduced (smoke penetration
into the room can occur);
▪ A draught that is too strong can contribute to over-intensive combustion, high fuel consumption and lead
to permanent damage to the cooker.
Regular inspection of the chimney by a chimney sweep is recommended.
2.5. Connection to the flue:
▪ Before proceeding with the installation of the cooker, an expert's opinion and selection of the flue pipe in
terms of its technical parameters and condition must be carried out;
▪ The installation of the cooker may be carried out following a positive chimney sweep test of the flue pipe.
The flue pipe must comply with the applicable national or European standards.
In accordance with the operating and installation instructions provided, fit and connect the cooker to the
chimney (including installation of screen plates - if used - and insulation of the flue pipe).
The manufacturer does not recommend assembling and installing the appliance yourself. In order to ensure a
proper
and safe start-up of the appliance and the fulfilment of the guarantee conditions, the assembly and
start-up of the appliance must be commissioned by a person or a firm having the appropriate installation
qualifications. The fitter is obliged to confirm in the Warranty Card (entry and stamp) that the installation has
been carried out in compliance with the art. and valid legal regulations. Failure to do so will void the
manufacturer's warranty.

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1
3
4
5
2
1
3
4
5
2
2.6. The flue pipe system should meet the following features:
▪ the cross-section of the flue pipe must not be smaller than that of the flue pipe and must not narrow
towards the chimney (adapters may be used to increase the diameter from the flue pipe to the chimney);
▪ the flue pipe should be as short as possible and have as few bends as possible (increase flow resistance,
avoid condensation build-up);
▪ The cooker must not be connected to a flue pipe which is shared with another heating appliance;
▪ it is advisable to connect the cooker to a separate flue;
▪ the flue pipe may not have more than two inclinations of 45° up to a pipe height of 5m and 20° for pipe
heights of over 5m;
▪ the flue pipe must be made of non-combustible materials and be thermally insulated;
▪ the flue pipe insulation should have a fire resistance of at least 60 minutes;
▪ a straight section of pipe at least twice the diameter of the cooker flue outlet should be used;
▪ the joint should be made tight;
▪ The end of the chimney should allow for a smooth exit of the flue gases and be located at least 60cm
above the highest point of the roof;
▪ the connectors must be made of stainless steel 1.4401 (316), heat-resistant or flue-grade steel suitably
painted with a special paint and of an appropriate sheet thickness (heat-resistant and stainless steel 1mm
thick and flue-grade 2mm thick) - the material should be characterised by resistance to high temperatures,
flue gas acidity and condensate.
1.
flue pipe,
2. the cleanout,
3. non-combustible
material,
4. sealing mortar,
5.
rosette.
Fig. 6 Diagram of the connection of the cooker to the flue pipe

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2.7. Ventilation cooker:
▪ It is necessary to provide fresh air from outside by unsealing the windows so that there is a
constant supply of air. Too little fresh air from outside can cause poor combustion
(production of carbon monoxide) and, in the worst case scenario, air with carbon monoxide
can backflow through the ventilation ducts when the windows are tightly closed and there is
a risk of fume poisoning;
▪ The design of the cooker allows fresh air to be admitted (air intake by dampers is used) directly from the
room where the cooker is located, provided that adequate ventilation is provided to prevent automatic
shutting off of the external air supply;
▪ It is assumed that the amount of air required to burn 1kg of wood is approximately 8m³;
▪ when using an air distribution system to other rooms, in order to circulate the air freely, ensure that the
cooled air is returned to the room where the cooker is installed (otherwise the operating cycle of the
cooker may be disrupted and the heat distribution process may be impaired);
▪ When determining the location and installation of the unit, attention should be paid to the principles of
correct air circulation and air balance in the room;
▪ Ventilation must be provided in the room where the cooker is installed;
▪ To ensure adequate convection space (cooling of the cooker, heating of the air) the cooker should be
positioned at least 80cm away from materials which could be distorted or damaged by the heat (furniture,
panelling, wallpaper, etc.).
2.8. Installation cartridge
The unit must be installed in accordance with current building code standards.
Installation and assembly of the cooker must be carried out by qualified professionals.
Fig. 7 Safe area for flammable materials
▪ The cooker must be positioned at a safe distance from any flammable products (it may be necessary to protect
the walls and surrounding area of the cooker;
▪ The space in front of the cooker should be protected to prevent sparks which may fall out of the firebox
when adding fuel. The minimum safe area is 60cm in front of the cooker and 30cm to the sides from the
edge of the door. The surface can be protected with natural stone, floor tiles, or a dedicated glass base;
▪ Do not install the cooker in bedrooms, bathrooms or rooms where there is another heating appliance
without an independent air supply;
▪ The cooker cannot be incorporated into a recuperation system;
B
B
A - min. 1500mm
B - min. 500mm
A
B

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▪ The cooker is a unitary structure and does not require additional supports;
▪ The height (levelling) of the cooker can be adjusted by means of the feet (a maximum of 20mm can be
unscrewed);
▪ If it is necessary to raise the cooker above the feet adjustment, make a masonry base and place the
appliance on it (do not remove the feet needed for levelling);
▪ If the door is not properly levelled, it will not work properly (it will not close properly);
3. STARTING UP
The initial start-up of the cooker, after it has been seated and properly connected to the chimney, must be
carried out by the installer or an authorised service technician. The user must be present during
commissioning so that he/she can be trained by the installer. The installer must refuse to commission the
cooker if he discovers an installation fault which endangers the safety of the user. Correct commissioning
must be confirmed in writing on the guarantee card.
3.1. Preparation for launch
Before firing up for the first time:
▪ remove any stickers and other paper labels and accessories from the mantle body, ash pan or firebox that
could be the cause of a fire, this also applies to transport protection;
▪ Check that the deflector(s), ceramic pieces and grate are properly seated, and that they have not fallen out of
position during installation (If any seating faults are found, correct them. Otherwise the cooker may not operate
correctly. In cooker types where the door is made of multi-paned glass, check that during transport or use of
the cooker the various parts of the glass have not come apart);
▪ check operation:
• mechanism for regulating the air supply to the combustion chamber (cold-air dampers);
• front door locking mechanism (hinges, handle);
3.2. Firing up the cooker
Before firing up the cooker:
▪ place the thicker logs first in the firebox, then the smaller wood, and finally the small pieces (sub- sticks) -
light with fireplace matches or a lighter;
▪ open the primary air control to maximum and the secondary air control to minimum;
▪ the cooker door must be closed after lighting;
▪ When the fire is burning well, use the air regulators to adjust the combustion air to a rather damped level
(this means that only a small proportion of the primary air is supplied under the cooker grate; the
secondary air damper is set at maximum - the greater amount of air is supplied to the air curtain system,
which protects the glass from scorching and to the post-combustion system at the front of the cooker;
opening the air damper to 100% - as far as possible, results in very intensive combustion of the fire);
▪ it is advisable, in the final stage of combustion, to open the door and burn the remaining embers on the
grate with a poker in order to better burn the fuel;
NOTES:
As a large amount of air is fed under the grate and into the air curtain and
flue gas afterburning
system , too much fuel in the combustion chamber results in the production of a large amount of wood
gas which results in a temporary sooting of the glass.
If the throttle is moved to the right as far as possible, the air supply to the combustion chamber is
completely cut off, resulting in a gradual extinguishing of the firebox.
If necessary, the grate is unclogged with a poker.
During the first hours of operation, it is recommended to operate the cooker at a low load, i.e. up to 50%.

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normal load .
The first ignition may be accompanied by condensation on the inner walls of the combustion
chamber. This phenomenon is normal and results from condensation of the water vapour contained in
the flue gases. It should disappear after the firebox has cooled down.
If flue gas is escaping from the cooker chamber, adjust the flue damper setting and increase the
chimney draught.
1. Secondary throttle closed
2. Primary throttle open
Fig. 8 Operation of the damper - moved to the right - air supply closed, moved to the left - air supply open.
Clean the hearth of ash residue before the next lighting.
4. USE
The surface of the fireplace cooker is coated with a special heat-resistant paint which, when the cooker is lit,
first becomes soft (care should be taken not to scratch it) and then hardens. This process may cause an
unpleasant odour during the first few burns. The manufacturer recommends intensive ventilation of the room.
If there are pets or birds in the room, move them temporarily to another location. During the first burns (for
about 2 weeks), the fireplace stove manufacturer recommends keeping the flame small and burning less fuel
at a lower temperature. This method of combustion is intended to prevent cracks forming in the ceramic
cladding, deforming the structure, and damaging the protective coating (paint) of the insert.
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B

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4.1. Types of fuel
Due to the design of our equipment, the recommended fuel to be used is hardwood such as oak, hornbeam,
ash, beech and birch. We particularly recommend birch. The best fuel is seasoned wood (at least 2 years in
an airy and dry place), in cut and split billets. We discourage the use of coniferous wood. Fresh or badly dried
wood is not a good fuel as it has limited energy properties. Burning poorly dried wood can lead to increased
emissions of creosote deposited in the flue, which can cause a chimney fire, overheating of the firebox, and
cracked glass.
NOTES:
It is forbidden to burn waste fuels, flammable liquids or other fuels not recommended
by the cooker manufacturer.
The manufacturer strictly forbids the use of coal, tropical wood, any type of product containing chemical
compounds such as petrol, alcohol, naphthalene, oil, od- pads and laminated panels containing adhesives,
varnishes, etc. as fuel for the cooker.
4.2. Accuracy fuel:
▪ The fuel is replenished when the flames disappear above the layer of embers in the firebox; it is best to
rake the embers into a "pyramid shape" on the grate (on both sides in order to supply sufficient air from
under the grate for the flame to appear) and to add the wood chunks;
▪ Do not place embers on the grate at one level, as this significantly reduces the air supply to the grate and
produces too much gas in the firebox, which results in gasification of the insert and the possibility of an
explosion;
▪ Wood billets in the combustion chamber must be laid parallel to the plane of the door.
▪ before loading a fresh batch of fuel into the firebox, the grate should be ash-free and the ash container
emptied if necessary.
4.3. Preventing the escape of exhaust gases
To prevent fumes from the cooker escaping into the room when opening the door-check is
recommended:
▪ Approximately 10 seconds before opening the door, fully open the primary air regulator (throttle lever
moved to the left as far as possible);
▪ Open the door slightly and, after waiting a few seconds (the time required for the smoke to be extracted),
slowly open the cooker door;
▪ Be very careful when opening the door and after opening the door, as pieces of burnt fuel may fall out of
the firebox;
▪ once the correct amount of fuel has been added, close the firebox door;
▪ After firing up the fuel, set the air regulator to the original position;
▪ The optimum amount of fuel for a 5.5 kW cooker is 1.6 kg/h.
NOTES:
The cooker manufacturer warns against overloading the cooker with fuel.
Overloading may cause permanent damage to the structure of the appliance.

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4.4. Clean glass
In addition to using the right fuel, keeping the glass clean is influenced by:
▪ to provide an adequate supply of combustion air;
▪ optimum chimney draught;
▪ how to operate the cooker;
▪ use of fuel with a moisture content of less than 20%.
In order to keep the glass clean, it is advisable to add the recommended amount of fuel so that the fuel is
central on the grate and as far away from the glass as possible.
If the glass becomes dirty during heating, we recommend increasing the combustion intensity by opening the air
damper, as a result of which the glass will usually clean itself.
4.5. Operation in poorer climatic and trans- tional conditions
In the so-called transitional period or in poorer climatic conditions (e.g. during fog, on wet rainy days, during
strong gusty winds and when the outside temperature exceeds +15°C), chimney draught may be impaired so
that the combustion gases are not fully discharged. To compensate for this adverse effect, load the insert with
as little fuel as possible, or additionally use draught regulators.
4.6. Removal of ash
Depending on the amount and type of fuel being burned:
▪ using a poker, scrape the ashes through the grate into the ash pan;
▪ After removing the ashes, remove the ashpan and empty it;
▪ The ashtray can only be emptied when cold; we recommend that this is done at the latest before each
start-up;
▪ Before emptying the ashpan, check that it does not contain any glowing remains of fuel that could cause a
fire in the waste bin.
Fig. 8 Door closed, ash pan partially extended.

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NOTES:
The manufacturer recommends that the ash pan should not be overfilled. The manufacturer
recommends that the ash pan should not be overfilled. Overfilling the ash pan will reduce the
air supply to the grate which will result in a decrease in combustion parameters and in extreme
cases will make it impossible to light the cooker.
If ash is left in the ash pan for too long, it can result in premature corrosion . The ash from burnt wood can
be used for compost or as fertiliser.
4.7. Comments general
You should:
▪ make sure the fire door (combustion chamber) is closed (except when operating the fireplace
stove);
▪ after every prolonged break in operation, and before lighting the cooker again, carry out a patency check
on the chimney flue and firebox;
▪ when carrying out any operations relating to the operation and use of the cooker, bear in mind that the
cooker components may be hot, therefore
protective gloves should be used when operating the
cooker;
▪ For all repairs, use only spare parts from the cooker manufacturer;
▪ any repairs should only be carried out by a suitably qualified installer;
▪ During operation and use of the cooker, observe the rules that provide basic safety conditions .
It is forbidden to :
▪ leave anything flammable or heat-sensitive near the glass of the cooker;
▪ operate the appliance with broken glass;
▪ extinguish fireplaces with water;
▪ allow children or animals to enter the appliance;
▪ make any structural changes, alterations to the installation and operating principles without the
manufacturer's written consent;
▪ if you notice a malfunction, put the cooker out immediately.
NOTES:
Emergency extinguishing of the cooker consists of filling the fuel with dry sand or cold ash.
WATER MUST NOT BE USED!
When working on a malfunctioning cooker, it is also necessary to ensure that the room is in-
tensively ventilated and the operations are assisted by a second person equipped with a
powder extinguisher.
As a result of slow combustion, large amounts of organic combustion products are released, resulting in the
formation of creosote in the flue which can ignite. A so-called chimney fire then occurs, from which the entire
building can catch fire.
In the event of a chimney fire, the following steps should be taken:
▪ shut off the air supply to the cooker by closing the cold air inlet dampers;
▪ close the rotary shaft in the flue system (if the system has one);
▪ close the oven door tightly;
▪ notify the nearest fire brigade 112 or 998.

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5. CONSERVATION
In order to maintain safe and trouble-free operation of the unit, it is necessary to observe the following
guidelines:
▪ perform periodic and timely maintenance - at least once a year an inspection of the cooker by a
specialised service;
▪ keep the glass, combustion chamber including ash pan and flue pipe reasonably clean;
▪ Empty the ash pan systematically - ash left for a long time can lead to corrosion of the ash pan;
▪ adjust the frequency of cleaning and maintenance of the combustion chamber to the type of fuel used;
▪ to clean the steel or cast iron parts inside the fireplace stove, use suitable tools such as a brush, scraper,
poker, using protective gloves;
▪ All maintenance must only be carried out on an extinguished and cooled appliance;
▪ clean the ceramic glass of the fireplace stove using kitchen paper (paper towel). Moisten it with water and
then use it to collect some clean ash from the inside of the firebox, avoiding direct contact with the steel
and cast iron parts of the unit. The glass should be rubbed with the damp paper to effectively dissolve the
ashes so that they can be wiped off with a dry steam towel. All agents and preparations used for cleaning
the glass must not contain any abrasive materials that could damage (scratch) the glass;
▪ at least twice a year, have the flue pipes cleaned by an authorised chimney sweep, as documented in the
Warranty Card;
▪ clean the inside of the cooker, check the intake and exhaust vents;
▪ all seals should be replaced before each heating season.
5.1. Recommended periodic cleaning of the cooker
In order to ensure efficient combustion in the firebox of the cooker, the combustion chamber, grate, chimney and
flue pipes.
Element
Frequency
Tools and resources
Convection surfaces of the cooker
and connecting pipes to the flue
pipe - cleaning
As required, but at least once a
year or after a prolonged break in
operation.
Spring material brush, ash
extractor, fireplace cleaners.
Flue pipe, chimney - check
patency of chimney and
condition of flue system
At least twice a year, after the
heating season and an extended
break in operation.
Specialist chimney sweep
Front glass
As required
Cooled - dampened paper towel
with a little clean ash, no
abrasives to damage it
Grate and elements inside the insert
As required
Hoover,
fireplace cleaners .
Maintenance of the flue gas
damper lever - replacement of
glass and fire door seals
At least once a year, after the
heating season or as required
depending on the level of
consumption
Service authorised by the
manufacturer, lubrication with a
small amount of graphite grease