Hunter Stoves DI Lusso R6 User manual

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Wood Burning Inset Stove
Installation and Operating Instructions
CVSDL06-FP3BLK/CVSDL06-FP3PWTD/CVSDL06-FP4BLK/CVSDL06-FP4PWTD
CVSDS06-FP3BLK/CVSDS06-FP3PWTD/CVSDS06-FP4BLK/CVSDS06-FP4PWTD
JINDLU06/06S REV F 13092017
R6/R6 Slimline
SSlimline

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CONTENTS INDEX:
WARRANTY………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION………………………………………………………………………………… 3
GENERAL GUIDANCE…………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
SAFETY………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4/5
INSTALLATION
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS…………………………………………………………………………………… 6
FLUE REQUIREMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
DI LUSSO R6/R6 SLIMLINE INSTALLATION…………………………………………………………. 8 - 10
FITTING THE STOVE –BOTH………………………………………………………………………………. 11
DI LUSSO R6/R6 SLIMLINE FLUE CONNECTION………………………………………………….. 11/12
DI LUSSO R6 ENCLOSURE INSTALLATION…………………………………………………………… 12/13
RE-ASSEMBLING THE STOVE……………………………………………………………………………… 14/15
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS………………………………………………………………………………. 15 - 18
MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18/19
TROUBLESHOOTING…………………………………………………………………………………………. 19
SPARES…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 - 22
INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING CHECK LIST…………………………………………… 23
SERVICE RECORDS……………………………………………………………………………………………. 24
FULL WARRANTY INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………… 25/26
HUNTER STOVES GROUP,
8 Emperor Way,
Exeter Business Park,
Exeter, Email: [e-mail]
Devon. EX1 3QS Website: http://www.hunterstoves.co.uk
WARRANTY
HUNTER STOVES GROUP OFFER A STANDARD 2-YEAR WARRANTY IF PURCHASED THROUGH A RECOGNISED DEALER. 1-YEAR STATUTORY
APPLIES IF PURCHASED THROUGH AN INTERNET COMPANY. WE ALSO OFFER AN EXTENDED 10-YEAR WARRANTY ON NON-CONSUMABLE
PARTS. PLEASE SEE THE WARRANTY SECTION AT WWW.HUNTERSTOVES.CO.UK OR ON PAGES 25/26 OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION.
THE WARRANTY WILL ONLY BE VALID IF THE APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED BY AN APPROPRIATELY QUALIFIED ENGINEER IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS AND TO THE APPROPRIATE BUILDING REGULATIONS AND/OR LOCAL BY-LAWS AND SERVICED WITHIN
12 MONTHS OF INSTALLATION.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE REGULARLY SERVICED AND MAINTAINED, USING ONLY HUNTER STOVES GROUP APPROVED COMPONENTS FOR
THE WARRANTY TO BE VALID.

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Technical Specification
GENERAL
Di Lusso
R6
Di Lusso
R6
Slimline
Energy Efficiency Class
Nominal Heat Output
Wood
4,9kW
4,9kW
Energy Efficiency
101
101
Efficiency
Wood
76%
76%
Mean CO (@13% O₂)
Wood
0.20%
0.20%
Appliance Mass
116kg
116kg
Recommended Fuels
Wood
Seasoned Wood (less than 20% moisture
content)
Log Length
330mm
330mm
FLUES
Mean Flue Gas Temperature
Wood
269°C
269˚C
Flue Gas Mass Flow
Wood
5.8 g/s
5.8 g/s
Flue Outlet Size (Top or Rear Option)
127mm
127mm
VENTILATION
-Where leakage is greater than
5m³/hour/m²
-Ventilation normally required =
550mm² per kW output over 5kW
NONE
NONE
-Where leakage is less than or equal
to 5m³/hour/m²
-Ventilation normally required =
550mm² per kW output
2695mm²
2695mm²
Minimum Clearance to Combustible Material
At the sides of the stove
400mm (from outside of
frame)
40mm (from outside of
frame
In front of the stove (to furniture etc.)
1200mm
1200mm
This appliance is not suitable for use in a shared flue
This appliance is suitable for intermittent burning
Smoke Control Areas
This appliance is only exempt for use in a smoke control area when fitted with a smoke control area kit (JDLU0501).
Find out if you are in a Smoke Control Area by contacting your Local Authority

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General Guidance
It is important that your stove is correctly installed and
operated as Hunter Stoves Group cannot accept
responsibility for any fault arising through incorrect
installation, use, maintenance or servicing.
These instructions cover the basic principles to ensure
satisfactory installation of the stove, although detail
may need slight modification to suit local site
conditions.
The installation must comply with current Building
Regulations, National and European Standards, Local
Authority Byelaws and other specifications or
regulations as they affect the installation of the
appliance.
The Building Regulations requirements may also be met
by adopting the relevant recommendations in the
current issues of British Standards BS 8303 and BS EN
15287-1.
Only use approved fuels on this appliance. Information
about this can be found on Page 16.
This is a Domestic Appliance and must only be used in
accordance with these instructions. Do not place
articles that are affected by high temperatures on, or
near, this appliance. Do not place furniture or other
items within 1.2 metre of the front of this appliance.
See the note on material clearances on pages 8/9.
Fitting a stove in a room which also contains an
extractor fan and/or cooker hood should be avoided
where possible. If this is unavoidable, the suitability of
the space for fitting this appliance must be decided at
the discretion of a qualified installer, and a flue draught
interference test must be performed.
COMPETENT PERSONS SCHEME
Members of the following schemes may self-certify the
installation of this stove. If the installer is not a member
of one of these schemes, your local Building Control
Department must approve the installation.
Scheme
Web address
Telephone
APHC (Association of
Plumbing and Heating
Contractors
(Certification) Limited
www.aphc.co.uk
02476 470 626
Building Engineering
Services Competence
Accreditation (BESCA
Limited)
www.hvca.org.uk /
www.besca.org.uk
0800 652 5533
HETAS Ltd (Heating
Equipment Testing and
Approval Scheme)
www.hetas.co.uk
01462 634721
NAPIT Registration Ltd
www.napit.org.uk
0870 444 1392
NICEIC Group Ltd
www.niceic.org.uk
0800 013 0900
HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Special care must be taken when installing the stove
such that the requirements of the Health and Safety
at Work Act are met.
PACKAGING
All packaging supplied with this stove can be re-used
or recycled. Please contact your local authority for
information on recycling schemes in your area.
HANDLING
Adequate facilities must be available for loading,
unloading and site handling.
FIRE CEMENT
Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not
be allowed to come into contact with the skin. In case
of contact, wash immediately with plenty of water.
ASBESTOS
This stove contains no asbestos. If there is a possibility
of disturbing any asbestos in the course of installation
then please seek specialist guidance and use
appropriate protective equipment.
METAL PARTS
When installing or servicing this stove, care should be
taken to avoid the possibility of personal injury.
AIR SUPPLY
The room or space containing this appliance should
have purpose provided ventilation (where necessary)
in accordance with Building Regulations. Due
consideration should be given to air requirements for
any other appliance in the same room or space.
Any air opening must be kept clear from blockage or
obstruction.
MODIFICATION
No unauthorized modification of this appliance should
be carried out.
SAFETY
WARNING –This appliance will be hot when in
operation and due care should be taken. The supplied
operating tool or gloves may be used to open the
door and operate the air controls.
AEROSOLS –Do not use an aerosol spray on or near
the stove when it is alight.
FIRES CAN BE DANGEROUS –Always use a fireguard
in the presence of children, the elderly or the infirm.
The fireguard should be manufactured in accordance
with BS8423 –Fireguards for use with solid fuel
appliances.

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DO NOT OVER-FIRE –it is possible to fire the stove
beyond its design capacity. This could damage the
stove so watch for signs of over-firing. If any part of
the stove starts to glow red, the stove is in an over-
fire situation and the controls should be adjusted
accordingly. Never leave the stove unattended for
lengthy periods without first adjusting the controls to
a safe setting. Careful air supply control should be
exercised at all times.
FUME EMISSION –properly installed and operated,
this appliance will not emit fumes. Occasional fumes
from de-ashing and refueling may occur. Persistent
fume emission must not be tolerated.
This appliance should not be operated with the door
open.
If fume emission does persist then the following
action should be taken immediately –
•Open Doors and windows to ventilate room.
•Let the fire out, or eject and safely dispose of
fuel from the appliance.
•Check for flue/chimney blockage and clean if
required.
•Do not attempt to relight the fire until the
cause has been identified and corrected.
•If necessary seek professional advice.
ADVERSE WEATHER –In a small number of
installations, occasional local weather conditions (e.g.
wind from a particular direction) may cause
downdraught in the flue and the stove to emit fumes.
In these circumstances, the stove should not be used.
A professional flue installer will be able to advise on
solutions to this problem (e.g. anti-downdraught
cowl).
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIMNEY FIRE -
•Raise the alarm
•Call the Fire Brigade
•Close appliance air controls
•Move furniture, ornaments etc. away
•Place a fireguard in front of stove
•Check the chimney breast for signs of
excessive heat.
If the wall is becoming excessively hot, move furniture
away. Ensure the Fire Brigade can gain access to your
roof space in order to check for fire spread.

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Installation
(N.B. All dimensions are in Millimetres)
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
DI LUSSO R6
DI LUSSO R6 SLIMLINE

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FLUE OUTLET POSITION
The flue outlet angle and position is determined by
the orientation of the flue collar. The outlet can be
either vertical or leant backwards by 30°. To change
the angle, rotate the flue collar by 180°. The effective
centre dimensions in millimeters are shown below.
DI LUSSO R6
DI LUSSO R6 SLIMLINE
FLUE REQUIREMENTS
The flue serving this appliance must be dry,
free from cracks and obstructions and be in
accordance with the designations shown in
Table 1.
The diameter of the flue should not be less
than 127mm and not more than 200mm.
If these requirements are not met the chimney
should be lined by a suitable method.
If there is no existing chimney then either a
prefabricated block chimney in accordance
with Building Regulations Approved
Document J or a twin-walled insulated
stainless steel flue to BS EN 1856 can be used.
These chimneys must be fitted in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions and
Building Regulations.
The chimney/flue should have a vertical height of at
least 4.5 metres and should terminate in accordance
with Table 2.
If the chimney is believed to have previously served
an open fire installation, it is possible that the higher
flue gas temperature from the stove may loosen
deposits that were previously firmly adhered, with the
consequent risk of flue blockage. It is therefore
recommended that the chimney is swept a second
time within a month of regular use after installation.
If you have any doubts about the suitability of your
chimney, consult your local dealer/stockist.
Both the chimney and flue pipe must be accessible
for cleaning and if ANY part of the chimney cannot
be reached through the stove (with baffle removed),
a soot door must be fitted in a suitable position.

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Table 2 - Flue terminal positions
FLUE DRAUGHT
If the draught exceeds the recommended maximum, a
draught stabiliser must be fitted so that the rate of
burning can be controlled and to prevent over firing.
If the reading is less than the recommended minimum
then the performance of the appliance will be
compromised. The flue draught should be checked
under fire at high output.
Minimum Draught –1.2mm Water Gauge
Maximum Draught –2.5mm Water Gauge
DI LUSSO R6/R6 SLIMLINE
APPLIANCE OPENING
This stove must be fitted on a hearth or base with
adequate load bearing capacity. The opening into
which this stove is fitted should be constructed wholly
from non-combustible materials. The dimensions of
the opening should be at least those shown in the
diagram. Ensure there is a sufficient overlap where
the convection chamber flange meets the face of the
opening. If not, either the opening should be made
smaller, or a suitable fire surround should be fitted to
reduce the opening dimensions.
Any non-combustible walls within 50mm of this
appliance should be at least 200mm thick and should
extend at least 300mm above the top of the
appliance and at least 1.2 metres above the hearth.
Any walls more than 50mm from the appliance may
be reduced to a thickness of 75mm. Ensure the inter-
connecting flue pipe also has adequate clearances to
combustible materials.
The wall above the stove will become hot and should
therefore be finished in a heat resistant plaster.
IMPORTANT Do not hang pictures, electrical
equipment or ornaments above the stove, as these
could be damaged and could potentially create a fire
hazard.

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Please check the suitability of any fireplace/surround
for closed solid fuel appliances before installation. Di
Lusso cannot be held responsible for any fault arising
through incorrect use or installation. Fire surround
back panels suitable for solid fuel are usually in three
sections and slabbed. Many fire surrounds are
suitable only for use with gas and electric fires and
therefore not suitable for solid fuel.
DIRECT AIR ADAPTOR
If fitting the direct air adaptor kit the opening depth
may need to be increased. Read the instructions
supplied with the kit before proceeding.
HEARTH REQUIREMENTS
A constructional hearth with a minimum thickness of
125mm should be provided. The constructional
hearth should be made of solid non-combustible
material and can include any solid non-combustible
floor. The boundary of the hearth must be clearly
marked. This can be done by adding a super-imposed
hearth on top of the constructional hearth –e.g. a
slate slab on top of a solid concrete floor.
Appliances installed with the base plate lower than
560mm above the hearth should have a
constructional hearth extending to at least 650mm in
front of the stove and 150mm at the sides.
Appliances installed on a surface more than 560mm
above the hearth require a constructional hearth with
a depth of 225mm in front of the stove. The base on
which the appliance is mounted should be an
extension of the constructional hearth –i.e. all
material between the stove base and the
constructional hearth must be solid-noncombustible
material.
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
There should be no combustible materials for a
distance of 400mm either side of the stove or 680mm
above. No combustible furniture should be placed any
closer than 1200mm from the front of the stove.
Allow sufficient clearance between the stove and
pictures, electrical equipment or ornaments etc., as
these could be damaged and could potentially create
a fire hazard.

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PREPARING THE STOVE FOR INSTALLATION
The firebox must be separated from the outer
convection chamber prior to fitting the stove. This
allows easier handling of the stove and protects the
internal firebox from damage during the installation
process. It is also recommended that the loose
internal components (fire bricks and log retainer)
within the firebox are removed.
1. To open the stove door, pull the door lever
towards you to release from the magnet.
Swing the handle out to the right until the
mechanism engages and the door catch is
released.
N.B. When closing the door keep the door handle out
to the right until the door is closed.
2. Remove the nuts, washers and M8 x 25mm
studs located at either side of the flue outlet.
3. Remove the Air Valve Cassette by removing
the two fixing screws holding it in place,
turning both air controls fully clockwise and
gently pulling on the fascia to slide the
cassette out from under the firebox.
N.B DO NOT remove the Air Valve Cassette
with the controls in the closed position as
this will damage the valve gaskets.
4. Remove the two fixing screws located on the
firebox legs.
5. Carefully slide the firebox out from the
convection chamber, remove any packaging
and put the firebox and Air Valve Cassette in a
safe place. These parts will not be needed
again until the final stages of the installation.

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FITTING THE STOVE –BOTH
IMPORTANT –Read this section carefully and ensure
that any required access holes, register plates or flue
connections are in place before carrying out the
installation.
If the installation is to be back filled with vermiculite
concrete the convection chamber flange should be
sealed to the fireplace using fire cement, heat proof
silicone or similar. All seams in the convection
chamber should also be sealed.
It is recommended that the convection chamber
flange is sealed to the fireplace in all cases as this
will reduce the chance of airflow into any voids
reducing the stoves efficiency or the ingress of
unpleasant smells into the room.
If fitting the Direct Air Adaptor Kit the instructions
supplied with the kit should be read in conjunction
with these instructions.
1. Offer the convection chamber into position in
the recess pushing it back far enough so that
the flanges on the edges are pushed up tightly
against the front face of the chimney
breast/fireplace.
2. Drill a 6mm hole into the hearth in the centre
of the base plate fixing hole. Use the screw
supplied to fix the stove in place.
Any voids around the stove must be In-filled with
vermiculite concrete with a recommended mix of six
parts vermiculite to one-part Ordinary Portland
Cement. This may be carried out once the flue has
been fitted provided a suitable access hole for
backfilling is made in the chimney breast (see section
on connecting to a masonry chimney). Sufficient
water should be added so that when a handful of the
mixture is squeezed no more than one or two drops
of water are released.
FLUE CONNECTION
The flue connection is made to the convection
chamber and not to the firebox. The connection
between the flue and firebox is completed when the
firebox is re-fitted to the convection chamber.
Dependent on the type of installation the flue collar
may need to be connected to the convection
chamber before or after installation of the flue/liner.
1. Determine the required orientation of the flue
collar (vertical or leant backwards by 30°).
2. Offer the flue collar into position from inside
the convection chamber and fix in place using
the four M8 countersunk screws. Ensure that
the screw heads are not proud of the flue
collar flange.
If connecting to a stainless-steel liner, the flue liner
and single skin adaptor can be lowered down the
chimney and the spigot end of the adaptor lowered
into the firebox. The flue collar can then be
connected to the adaptor.
The completed flue collar assembly can then be
pushed up to the top plate of the stove and secured in
position using the four M8 nuts and washers. Check
the clearance of the flue liner adaptor through the top
of the stove before deciding on this method.
If connecting to an existing masonry chimney it is
recommended that a flue forming pipe (short length
of flue pipe) is used and the void between the flue
forming pipe and the chimney filled with vermiculite
concrete.
A suitable access hole will need to be made in the
chimney breast to allow the back filling to be carried
out and then filled and sealed once the installation is
complete. Alternatively, a connection can be made
using a register plate although it will be necessary to
allow access for fitting the flue pipe to the register
plate and sealing all joints.

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Alternatively, a connection can be made using a
register plate although it will be necessary to allow
access for fitting the flue pipe to the register plate and
sealing all joints.
INSTALLATION INTO A NON-COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE
BOTH
The Di Lusso R6 and R6 Slimline has been designed,
tested and approved to be installed either into solid
non-combustible material or into an enclosure
according to the following specification. It is the duty
of the installer to ensure that the requirements of
this specification and all relevant standards are met.
•There must be no combustible material
within the construction of the enclosure.
•The stove should be supported on the Di
Lusso enclosure stand (part no.
HMR05ARRT013).
•The enclosure must be produced from 30mm
Skamol Super Isol board, held together with
a non-combustible framework and finished
in heat resistant plaster.
•Particular attention must be paid to the size
and position of ventilation openings. These
openings must be kept clear at all times.
•All flue pipe within the enclosure must be
insulated twin-wall flue pipe suitable for
solid fuel as specified in Table 1 on page 7
(factory made metal chimney)
•If fitting the Direct Air Adaptor Kit, the
adaptor box and ducting must be insulated
with 30mm thick Rockwool Rocklap H&V
Pipe Sections, having a nominal density not
less than 120kg/m³.
•If fitting the Convection Duct Kit, the ducting
within the enclosure must also be insulated
with 30mm thick Rockwool H&V Pipe
Sections, having a nominal density not less
than 120kg/m³ as per the instructions
supplied with the kit.
•The clearances to combustible material
shown on page 9 must be met (N.B the side
distance is for material proud of the front
face of the wall).
•The enclosure should be stood wholly above
a non-combustible hearth with a minimum
thickness of 12mm. The hearth should
extend at least 225mm in front of the stove
and 150mm either side. The hearth may be
super-imposed

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Di Lusso R6/R6 Slimline Enclosure Details (all dimensions in millimetres)
Internal heat shield
N.B. Ventilation openings are identical on
both sides of the enclosure.
All panels including heat shield to
be produced from 30mm Skamol
Super Isol Board
Internal heat shield

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RE-ASSEMBLING THE STOVE
1. Smear a bead of fire cement around the flue
hole on the outside of the firebox.
2. Offer the firebox into position and slide it
back as far as possible.
3. Refit the fixing screws through the firebox
legs. Tighten the screws equally to draw the
firebox into place. Do not over-tighten!
4. Refit the two M8 x 25mm studs into the two
fixing holes around the flue outlet. Fix in
place with the washers and nuts.
5. Wipe off any excess fire cement around the
inside of the flue which may have been
squeezed out when fitting the firebox.
6. Refit the firebricks and log retainer.
7. Check that the valves are in the fully open
position (fully clockwise) and refit the Air
Valve Cassette.
8. Close the stove door.
9. Refit the two fixing screws through the holes
in the Air Valve Cassette fascia.
10. Unpack the Flue Baffle and identify the two
halves –
11. Stack the two baffle halves with the right-
hand baffle sat on top of the left-hand baffle
as shown –
12. Lift the two baffles up together inside the
firebox to the right-hand side of the baffle
support bracket, slide the baffles to the left
and rest them on the support bracket at the
front of the stove and Tertiary Air Bar.
Fire Cement
Wipe off excess
fire cement
Left Hand Baffle
Right Hand Baffle
Support Bracket
Tertiary Air Bar

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13. Slide the Left hand baffle to the left and the
right hand baffle to the right, push them
towards the rear of the firebox so that the
baffles drop down and sit tightly together as
shown.
FITTING THE FRAME PACK
1. Loosen the four M6 Nuts to the ends of the
studs on the convection chamber sides.
2. Slide the frame into position, making sure that
the lower inner edge of the frame is in line
with the base of the stove, and tighten the
nuts with a 10mm spanner.
3. Place a round spacer (supplied with the frame
pack) over each of the fascia studs.
4. Offer the door fascia into position, passing the
three M6 studs through the holes. Ensure that
the fascia is resting on the two clips at the top
of the door and fix in position using the nuts
and washers provided.
5Close the door and check that there is an even
gap between the frame and door fascia on the
left and right-hand sides (approximately
16mm). Adjust as Necessary.
COMMISSIONING
Upon completion of the installation, allow a suitable
period of time for any fire cement and mortar to dry
out. A small fire may then be lit and the installation
checked to ensure the smoke and fumes are drawn up
the flue and emitted safely to atmosphere. The stove
should not be run at full output for at least 24 hours.
Read the Operating Instructions before lighting the
stove for the first time.
Leave the instructions and operating tool(s) with the
customer and advise them on -
•Correct use of the appliance
•The recommended fuel
•Action to be taken should smoke or fumes be
emitted from the stove or installation.
•The use of a fireguard when the stove is used
in the presence of children or the infirm.
Operating Instructions
Read the ‘General Guidance’ Section at the start of
these instructions before operating your stove for the
first time.
IMPORTANT! - Do not hang pictures, televisions or
combustible ornaments above the stove, as these
could be damaged and could potentially create a fire
hazard (For more information read the ‘Clearance
Distances to Combustibles’ section of the installation
instructions).
WARNING! –This appliance will be hot when in
operation and due care should be taken. The
supplied operating tool or gloves may be used to
open the door and operate the air controls.
Fascia resting
on clips

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THE CLEAN AIR ACT 1993 AND SMOKE CONTROL AREAS
Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare
the whole or part of the district of the authority to be
a smoke control area. It is an offence to emit smoke
from a chimney of a building, from a furnace or from
any fixed boiler if located in a designated smoke
control area. It is also an offence to acquire an
"unauthorised fuel" for use within a smoke control
area unless it is used in an "exempt" appliance
("exempted" from the controls which generally apply
in the smoke control area).
In England appliances are exempted by publication on
a list by the Secretary of State in accordance with
changes made to sections 20 and 21 of the Clean Air
Act 1993 by section 15 of the Deregulation Act 2015.
Similarly, in Scotland appliances are exempted by
publication on a list by Scottish Ministers under
section 50 of the Regulatory Reform (Scotland) Act
2014.
In Northern Ireland appliances are exempted by
publication on a list by the Department of Agriculture,
Environment and Rural Affairs under Section 16 of the
Environmental Better regulation Act (Northern
Ireland) 2016.
In Wales appliances are exempted by regulations
made by Welsh Ministers.
Further information on the requirements of the Clean
Air Act can be found here:
https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules
Your local authority is responsible for implementing
the Clean Air Act 1993 including designation and
supervision of smoke control areas and you can
contact them for details of Clean Air Act
requirements.
The Di Lusso R6 and R6 Slimline have been
recommended as suitable for use in smoke control
areas when burning wood logs.
Refuelling on to a low fire bed
If there is insufficient burning material in the firebed
to light a new fuel charge, excessive smoke emission
can occur. Refuelling must be carried out onto a
sufficient quantity of glowing embers and ash that the
new fuel charge will ignite in a reasonable period. If
there are too few embers in the fire bed, add suitable
kindling to prevent excessive smoke.
Fuel overloading
The maximum amount of fuel specified in this manual
should not be exceeded, overloading can cause excess
smoke.
Operation with door left open
Operation with the door open can cause excess
smoke. The appliance must not be operated with the
appliance door left open except as directed in the
instructions.
Dampers left open
Operation with the air controls or appliance dampers
open can cause excess smoke. The appliance must not
be operated with air controls, appliance dampers or
door left open except as directed in the instructions.
RECOMMENDED FUEL
IMPORTANT! –Use only recommended fuels
This appliance is designed and approved to burn wood
logs with a moisture content not exceeding 20%.
The maximum recommended log length is 250mm
and the maximum recommended log diameter is
100mm.
Do not load fuel higher than the bottom of the
compound tertiary cover!
Burn only dry, well-seasoned wood, which should
have been cut, split and stacked for at least 12
months, with free air movement around the sides of
the stack to enable it to dry out. Burning wet or
unseasoned wood with a moisture content in excess
of 20% will create tar deposits in the stove and
chimney, increase harmful emissions and will not
produce a satisfactory heat output. Do not burn
waste, coal or petroleum coke fuels or treated or
painted wood in this appliance (e.g. pallet wood) as
this will invalidate your warranty.
AIR CONTROLS
Installed and used correctly, this stove will burn
cleanly and efficiently. Therefore, to avoid the
disappointment of poor performance or dirty glass,
please familiarize yourself with the controls and their
recommended settings before use.

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To prevent excess smoke emissions, the air controls
of this appliance must only be operated as directed
in the instructions.
To access the air controls, pull the door lever towards
you to release it from the magnet and swing it to the
right.
If the door handle is swung past the point where
resistance is felt, the door will be unlatched and may
swing open.
When the stove is hot the door, handle can be opened
by using a glove or by putting the head of the
operating tool into the slot in the door lever and
pulling it towards you.
Ignition Air control –regulates air flow directly into
the firebed. This is used when lighting from cold or
when reviving a fire that has nearly burnt out. Turn
clockwise to open and anti- clockwise to close. The
Ignition Air Control must be closed once the fire is
established.
Combustion Air Control –regulates the flow of air
downwards into the combustion chamber via the
airwash (airflow over the inside of the glass) and air
inlet holes in the back of the firebox. Turn clockwise
to open and anti-clockwise to close. This control is
used to regulate the burn rate and therefore heat
output of the stove.
Tertiary Air –Tertiary Air enters the firebox through
the series of holes in the rear wall. This air supply
helps to reduce emissions into the atmosphere. The
tertiary air supply is fixed and cannot be adjusted.
N.B. When closing the door, keep the door handle
out to the right until the door is closed.
LIGHTING
We recommend that you have two or three small
fires before you operate your stove to its maximum
heat output. This is to allow the paint to cure in
steadily and to give a long service life to the paint
finish. During this curing in process, you may notice
an unpleasant smell. It is non-toxic, but for your
comfort we would suggest that during this period
you leave all doors and windows open.
Open both air controls fully and light one or two
firelighters placed centrally on the bottom of the
firebox, allowing the flames to become established
before placing several pieces of small dry kindling in a
crisscross fashion above the firelighters, taking care
not to smother the fire. Close the stove door. Once
the kindling is well alight, open the door and build the
fire by gradually adding slightly larger pieces of wood,
closing the door afterwards.
Once the fire is established, close the Ignition Air
Control (anti-clockwise) and add more fuel as
necessary. The Combustion Air control can now be
used to regulate the burn rate of the stove (see
Recommended Settings).
Should the fire fail to light correctly, open the door
and use a poker to spread the fuel across the bottom
of the firebox. Close the door and allow the fuel and
stove to cool before attempting to relight the fire.
N.B. Leaving the air controls in the closed position,
adding too much fuel or using wood that is wet or too
large will prevent the fire from establishing correctly
and may result in smoke emission from the stove.
Combustion Air Control
Ignition Air Control

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When the stove is up to operating temperature, the
operating tool or gloves should be used to operate
the air controls.
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
Once the fire is established, the Ignition Air Control
should be fully closed and the Combustion Air Control
turned to a setting of approximately 40-50% open.
This setting should allow the nominal output and
efficiency to be achieved.
Avoid running the stove on very low air settings as
this could result in a reduction in efficiency and
increase emissions into the atmosphere.
REFUELLING
Avoid refueling on to a low firebed as this may cause
excessive smoke emission. Ensure there are sufficient
embers to ignite the new fuel load rapidly.
Alternatively add some more kindling before adding
larger pieces of firewood.
Do not add firewood above the level of the tertiary air
inlet at the back of the stove. Exceeding this amount
can result in the production of excessive smoke.
DE-ASHING
From time to time it will be necessary to remove
excess ash from the firebox. This can be done by
lifting up the log retainer to release it from its
supports and removing the ash with a small shovel.
Maintenance
Important! –In order to ensure continued compliance
with current Building Regulations, Local Authority
Byelaws and the Clean Air Act (if applicable), this
appliance requires regular maintenance of the
following –
N.B. Refer to the ‘Removing Internal Components’
section of the installation instructions for details on
how to remove each component.
MONTHLY
Baffle Brick –this should be removed and cleaned at
least once a month to prevent any buildup of soot or
ash that could lead to blocked flue ways. With the
baffle removed, the chimney can be swept through
the appliance.
Firebricks- in normal use, these can last for many
years. It is possible however, to damage them if care
is not taken when refueling the stove. Check
periodically for seriously cracked bricks, which would
need to be replaced with new.
Air Valve Cassette- this should be removed and
cleaned monthly to remove any ash that may be in
the controls. N.B. Make sure that controls are in the
maximum position (fully clockwise) before removing
the Air Valve Cassette.
Glass Panel- Printed glass should not be cleaned using
cleaners high in alkaline or acidic content. Clean the
glass panel when cool with a propriety glass cleaner
by applying the cleaner to a cloth. Do not apply
directly to the glass as this could cause run off, which
could soak into the rope seals around the edge of the
glass. Highly abrasive substances should be avoided
as these can scratch the glass and make subsequent
cleaning more difficult. Wet logs on heated glass, a
badly aimed poker or heavy slamming of the doors
could crack the glass panels. The glass will not
fracture from heat.
Rope –if the rope around the door is becoming
detached use, proprietary rope adhesive to re-attach
it. If the rope is in poor condition, it will need
replacing.
All spares can be ordered from our website
www.hunterstoves.co.uk/spares or from your dealer.
ANNUALLY
Annual maintenance of the following should be
carried out by a competent person –
Chimney and flue ways- it is important that the
chimney, flue ways and any connecting pipe are swept
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Woodburning appliances. Only wire-centred sweeps’
brushes fitted with a guide wheel should be used. If it
is not possible to sweep all parts of the chimney
through the appliance, ensure there is adequate
access to cleaning doors.
If the stove is fitted in place of an open fire, the
chimney should be swept one month after installation
to clear any soot falls which may have occurred due to
the difference in combustion between the stove and
the open fire.
PERIODS OF PROLONGED NON-USE
If the stove is to be left unused for a prolonged
period, then it should be given a thorough clean to
remove ash and unburned fuel residues. To enable a
good flow of air through the appliance to reduce
condensation and subsequent damage, leave the air
controls fully open.
If the appliance has been unused for a prolonged
period, such as the spring and summer months, a
competent person should check the chimney for
potential obstructions before lighting the stove i.e.
get the chimney swept before the start of the
heating season.
AS NECESSARY
Stove body –The stove is finished with a heat
resistant paint and this can be cleaned with a dry
microfiber cloth or a dry soft brush only. Do not clean
whilst the stove is hot. At no point should any water
based or other cleaning products be used on the
stove. The finish can be renovated with Hunter Stoves
paint.
Door Catch –Over time, the rope seal in the door will
become compressed. It may therefore be necessary to
adjust the door catch to maintain the door seal. To
adjust the catch, slacken the two set screws on the
catch bar and adjust the position of it as necessary.
Air Valves - Over time, the sealing face of the air
valves may wear. This will reduce the effectiveness of
the controls. To replace a worn valve, remove the air
valve cassette, lift off the worn valve and replace with
new.
Trouble Shooting
FIRE WILL NOT BURN
Check that –
•The air inlet or slots in the front of the stove
are not obstructed in any way.
•Chimneys and flue ways are clear.
•A suitable fuel is being used.
•There is an adequate air supply into the room.
•An extractor fan is not fitted in the same
room as the stove.
•Flue draught is above minimum level (see
installation instructions).
FIRE BLAZING OUT OF CONTROL
Check that –
•The door is tightly closed.
•The air controls are in the closed position.
•A suitable fuel is being used.
•The glass is not loose.
•The door rope seal is in good condition.
•The air valve sealing faces are not worn
•Flue draught is below maximum level (see
installation instructions).

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SPARES
DI LUSSO R6 BODY SPARES
DI LUSSO R6 SLIMLINE BODY SPARES