KENT Rata Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Inbuilt & Insert Wood Fires
CONTENTS
General Information........................................1
Specications...............................................3
Installation..........................................3-7
Inbuilt Zero Clearance Box Installation.......8-9
Operation...............................................9-11
Maintenance........................................12
Replacement Parts..................................13-14
Warranty.................................................15
1. This re must be installed by a trained wood re installer, ideally registered with the
New Zealand Home Heating Association. Do not allow any makeshift or compromising
installation methods as this could result in a house re. Built in Kent wood res must be
installed according to these instructions.
2. A Building Consent from the Local Authority must be obtained before installing this wood
re, and we suggest that the Insurance Company covering building insurance be advised
of the installation.
3. Kent built in wood res, when installed according to these instructions, comply with the
provisions of AS/NZS 2918-2001 “Installation of Domestic Solid Fuel Burning Appliances,
including appendix F”.
4. The clearances given in these instructions are necessary to prevent overheating of nearby
combustibles and drying out of the house structure. They may not be reduced without
authorisation.
5. Important: Read all instructions carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in a re hazard, and may void warranty.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Important: the installer or seller must leave these instructions with the purchaser
GENERAL INFORMATION

SPECIFICATIONS
INBUILT & INSERT WOOD FIRE INSTALLATION
To install an above Kent Wood Fire ensure the following required items are available; the
correct assembled Wood Fire and Fascia, an adequate oor protector, a zero clearance box
if required, the correct ue components and a suitable ashing system for the roof penetration
or chimney top to local Council requirements.
INBUILT FIRE INSTALLATION (TIMBER CONSTRUCTION)
The Kent inbuilt re requires a zero clearance box when installed into a timber cavity. A oor
protector or hearth must be used. The oor protector must extend under the wood re and not
less than 300mm in front of the fuel-loading and ash removal opening. The width of the oor
protector should not be less than the width of the wood re fascia.
Place the wood re into the desired position and plumb for the ceiling and roof penetrations.
Position the wood re to allow for the Kent triple skin ue systems 250mm outer casing to have
a clear path through the roof. Check the proposed route of the ue to ensure it is clear of roof
trusses and rafters in the ceiling space or other obstructions. An inbuilt re must be installed in
conjunction with the Kent KWF298-7374 triple skin ue kit and instructions which are included
with the ue kit.
See page 8 for more information on zero clearance box installation.
INSERT FIRE INSTALLATION (MASONRY CONSTRUCTION)
Prepare the masonry replace to accept the selected insert wood re and ue ensuring
installation requirements for width, depth and height measurements are acceptable for the
wood re to t into the replace (Refer to Table 1). Determine whether the ue pipe will t
vertically in the chimney from the heater to the cowl or if an offset is required in the ue. Install
the selected Kent wood re into the prepared replace. Once in position and level, x the re
to the base of the replace enclosure with suitable anchors. An insert re must be installed
in conjunction with the Kent KWF298-6025 standard inset ue kit and instructions which are
included with the ue kit.
The wood re must be restrained against movement in the event of an earthquake. Ensure the
Kent wood re is restrained by xing the wood re to the oor protector with two bolts of 6mm
minimum diameter through the holes provided in the outer box base. For solid concrete oors,
use 8mm DYNABOLTS® or similar, with a minimum depth of engagement into the oor of 50mm.
INSTALLING THE FASCIA
Unpack the fascia. And remove the top and bottom louvers by lifting the louver up and then
rotating it out from the bottom.
Unpack screws and screw locator’s from supplied bag. Fit screw locator’s to steel re box
clipping them over precut holes in outer box.
External re dimensions (mm)
Model Model No. Width Depth Height Average
emissions
Average
efciency
Rata KWF295-6938 560 520 554 0.51g/kg 69%
Logfire II KWF295-6937 560 520 554 0.51g/kg 69%
TABLE 1
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A
E
B
A
C*
A
D
INBUILT FLUE INSTALLATION
Once zero clearance box and 600mm ue transition is in desired place. Plumb up and cut a
260mm square penetration for the passage of the ue pipe and casing through the ceiling. If
preferred there can be no ceiling in the framed enclosure. Cut an opening through the roof
to position the outer casing through the roof and connect into ue starter transition. Support if
necessary with metal bracing angle to suitable anchorage points.
Join the required number of 150mm ue pipes by inserting the swaged ends of the upper piece
into the plain end of the lower piece. Drill and x each length with three stainless rivets or self-
tapping screws. It is important that each 150mm ue pipe joint is sealed with commercially
available ue sealing compound, including the joint between the re spigot and the rst length
of ue pipe.
Assemble as many 200mm inner ue casings together as manageable with swaged ends up, x
lengths together with 3 rivets or self-tapping screws and slide over 150mm ue pipe from the top
down to sit in position onto 200mm section of ue transition atop the Zero clearance box. Add
Minimum Installation Clearances (mm)
Model Model No. A B C* D E F G H I
Rata KWF295-6938 25 500 300 200 840 59 2000 1200 160
Logfire II KWF295-6937 25 500 300 200 840 59 2000 1200 160
* Floor protector from front of fascia. TABLE 2
Inbuilt InstallationInsert installation
FIG. 1
I
G
H
C*
F
A
Plan ElevationSide Elevation
(Masonry Cavity) (Timber Cavity)
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Open the door of the re and manoeuvre the fascia over the open door taking care not to
scratch the paint on the door. Align holes in fascia with screw locater holes in outer cabinet.
Close the re door and secure fascia to re outer cabinet with screws and washers supplied.
Check that door is central in fascia opening and tighten screws once fascia is in the desired
position.
Ret louvers by placing in position at a 45° angle into the louver opening. Place the rst louver
bar at the top behind the front of the fascia. Rotate louver into position and pull down to locate
bottom pins in position.

No part of a building, or any adjacent object, may be above the ue in a circular area of 3
metres from the ue exit.
These heights are given as a minimum, and in actual practice the presence of surrounding
structures, trees, fences, etc. may necessitate additional ue height for satisfactory
performance.
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INSERT FLUE INSTALLATION
Determine whether the ue pipe will t vertically in the chimney from the heater to the cowl. An
adjustable bend may be required to offset the ue from the heater in order to clear part of the
chimney structure. If an offset is required, it should be tted to the ue outlet on the heater, so
that the ue pipe itself is vertical. The ue pipe should not touch the masonry.
Check chimney for accepting ue is in sound condition, and xing of outer casing or chimney
cap ashing to chimney crest is achievable.
3m 3m
3m More than 3m
0.6m
1m min
or less
Increase as
necessary
until nothing
is within 3m of
top of ue
FIG. 2
Increase from
1m until clear
within 3m of
top of ue
additional 200mm sections of ue as necessary to ensure minimum 1m ue height above roof is
achieved (Refer Fig.2 for more detail). Ensure the 150mm ue pipe extends at least 180mm above
the 200mm ue casing at the top. Trim ues if required.
Join together as many 250mm outer ue casings as manageable with swaged ends up, x
lengths together with 3 rivets or self-tapping screws and slide over 200mm ue casing pipe from
the top down to sit in position onto the 250mm section of ue transition atop the Zero clearance
box. Add additional 250mm sections of ue as necessary to nish at the same height as the
200mm ue liner. Trim last section if necessary.
Fit a suitable ashing over the ue and roof penetration hole to ash the outer casing to the
roof, seal and x ashing to roof and outer liner casing with an appropriate waterproof seal.
Place top spreader bracket in place and tighten, slide the cowl transition over the 150mm ue
pipe until it rests on the top spreader, t the Rain-Hat cowl. Note; Rain-Hat must be removable for
cleaning. In high wind zones secure in place with a self tapper screw.
Where a ue terminates more than one full ue section above the roof penetration, it must be
restrained with guy wires or support bracing bars for stability in high wind conditions.
The ue system should be vertical and without bends. If an offset is required, it should be as close
to the wood re as practicable and should not be offset more than 500mm from the centre line
of the ue stub. Clearances from the ue pipe to combustible materials must be maintained.
Restrictions or leaks in the ue system may reduce the draught, and, in severe conditions, could
cause smoke to enter the room.
NOTE: The ue pipe shall extend not less than 4.6m above the top of the oor protector.
The ue cowl must be at least 0.6m above the highest point of the roof, if within 3 metres of the
ridge. The ue cowl must be at least 1m above the roof penetration if more than 3 metres from
the ridge (Refer Fig. 2).

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DOOR HANDLE AND DOOR
The door handle is pre-tted and should not require
any adjustment on assembly of the re.
To ensure the door is shutting correctly cut a plain
piece of paper about 50mm wide and place between
the open door and the door frame. Close the door
and try to pull the paper out. If the paper can be
freely pulled out, the door will need to be adjusted
so when the door and handle is in the locked closed
position pressure is applied to the paper strip ensuring
door seal is seated correctly.
If the handle has too much sideways movement the back nut on the hinge screw will need
to be released. Tighten the hinge screw with an Allen key until the desired movement is
achieved (not too tight, not too loose), then re-tighten back nut to hold screw in position.
Any adjustment required to maintain the correct t of the door is made at the door catch pin
on the right side of the door lip. To adjust the t of the door catch, loosen the lock nut and turn
the catch pin to loosen or tighten the t. Re-tighten the lock nut (Refer Fig 3).
TOPOGRAPHY OF THE LAND
Given that the Topography of the land and atmospheric conditions vary considerably from house
to house, it is possible for a wood re ue to comply with the minimum requirements set out in g.
2 but still fail to extend upward far enough to establish ambient updraft. It is not uncommon for
replaces in houses that are surrounded by hills or trees, or that are located by large bodies of
water to need more ue height than the minimum required by code.
Seismic resistant
bolt location
Door adjustment
catch pin
FIG. 3
Install the selected Kent wood burner into the prepared replace. Once in position and level x
the re to the base of the replace enclosure with suitable anchors through the supplied xing
points in the base of the wood burners outer box.
Determine the total length of ue pipe and outer casing required by measurement.
Assemble the ue pipe lengths with the swaged ends of the upper section inside the plain ends
of the lower pieces. Drill and x each length with three stainless rivet’s or self-tapping screws. This
may be done on the ground and then the whole assembled length lowered down the chimney
to sit in the re spigot. Note: It is important that each ue joint is sealed with commercially
available ue sealing compound, including the joint between ue spigot and the rst length of
ue pipe.
Locate the ue or adjustable bend into the ue outlet of the heater and ensure ue pipe or
bend is sealed into re spigot with ue sealant.
Ensure the top of the chimney terminates at a point complying with the guidelines noted in g.
2 and that the ue pipe extends above the 250mm casing ue by 180mm. Trim ues as required.
Secure the top spacer bracket to the ue pipe and ensure the slots t snugly inside the 250mm
chimney liner.
Secure outer liner to chimney cap ashing, or cement outer liner in position with mortar or other
suitable sealing compound ensuring that there are no gaps and a water tight seal is achieved.
Note: some areas require a chimney cap ashing to be used (not supplied).
Slide the cowl transition over the ue pipe until it rests on the top spreader. Fit and secure rain hat
or cowl noting it must be readily removable for ue sweeping.

Model No. Description
KWF298-6025 * Kent Insert Flue Kit (3 x 150 Ø x 1200mm stainless steel ue, 1 x 150 Ø x 600mm stainless steel ue, 1 x 250 Ø x 600mm galvanised
ue, 1 x cowl hat & spider)
KWF298-7374 ** Kent Rata / Logre II Zero Clearance Box with Inbuilt Flue Kit (3 x 150/200/250 Ø x 1200mm ue, 1 x 150 Ø x 600mm
stainless steel ue, 1 x cowl hat & spider,1 x zero clearance box)
KWF298-7371 Kent Rata / Logre II Zero Clearance Box and 600mm Flue Transition
KWF298-6027 Kent Inbuilt Flue Kit (3 x 150/200/250 Ø x 1200mm stainless steel ue, 1 x cowl hat & spider)
KWF298-6033 Kent Single Length Stainless Steel Flue 150 Ø x 1200mm
KWF298-6328 Kent Stainless Steel Hat and Cowl
KWF298-7037 Kent Extension Flue 150/200/250 Ø x 1200mm
KWF298-7367 Kent Fixed Offset 150 Ø x 100mm
KWF298-6029 Kent 150 Ø x 1200mm Stainless Steel Flue twin pack
WIND CONDITIONS
Wind causes pressure changes inside as well as outside a house. The design of the house can
inuence the pressure environment around and in your home, the effect of wind on the home
can be complex and unpredictable. Care needs to be taken to ensure the ue termination is in
a good clear position. Your installer should be able to give advice on the best ue termination
position for your situation. Problems associated with wind noise or draft are almost never caused
by the wood re itself and in general a ue that penetrates the roof near the peak and is more
than 600mm above the ridge is unlikely to be affected by wind.
PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL, VENTING AND EXTERNAL AIR INTO THE
BUILDING
Negative house pressure is a common problem that can cause wood burning appliances to
have trouble lighting and performance issues, in some cases causing smoke to be spilled back
into the room. Kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans, air-conditioning units, and well-sealed,
insulated homes are more likely to have a negative pressure problem. Larger homes with
multiple levels are also likely candidates, however any house can have a negative pressure
problem. Care needs to be taken at the design or installation stage to ensure the building has
adequate ventilation to ensure draft in the ue system is always to the outside.
Insert Flue installation
-6328
-6029
-6033
-7367
FIG. 4
Masonry Cavity
Inbuilt Flue Installation
-6328
-7037
-7371
Timber Cavity
FIG. 5
-6025 (Flue Kit) *
-7374 (Flue Kit) **
-6027
-7371
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TYPICAL FLUE INSTALLATION FOR INBUILT AND INSERT FIRES

FOR THE INSTALLATION OF THE KENT LOGFIRE II AND RATA WOOD
FIRES INTO A WALL CAVITY.
This product has been designed and manufactured to comply with the
requirements of AS/NZS2918:2001. For safe installation of a Kent Logre II
and Rata into a wall cavity instead of a masonry replace or chimney.
It is important that these instructions are followed exactly, and that no
substitutions are made for components supplied with the kit, or material
listed. It is suitable only for the Kent Logre II and Rata models manufactured
from 2006. It is not suitable for older models of Kent Logre or other brand
res.
INBUILT ZERO CLEARANCE BOX INSTALLATION
Note:
Timber framing to have a minimum clearance of
30mm on the sides, rear and top (Fig. 6).
Note:
9mm non-combustible facing panel to
have a minimum clearance of 30mm on
the sides and to be set 3mm up from the
top of the inbuilt box (Fig. 7).
FIG. 7
FIG. 6
The Kent Inbuilt zero clearance box must be installed onto a concrete base with a minimum
thickness of 59mm, and must be a minimum of 785mm wide and 640mm deep behind the face
of the wall, with an additional 360mm forward of the wall face to allow for the front clearance
once installed.
Timber framing around the Inbuilt box must have a minimum clearance of 30mm between it
and the outer surface of the Inbuilt box.
Frame up an opening in the wall that is 800mm wide and 719mm above the original oor line
(660mm above the top surface of the concrete oor protector).
Fix non-combustible board with a minimum overall size of 950mm wide x 1200mm high, to the
framing. Please note, it is most often easier to use a full sheet of non-combustible board and
go from oor to ceiling. Once framing is in place, align the zero clearance box with the front
edge level to the face of the wall.
The non-combustible board opening must be 3mm or more from top and 30mm from each
side of the zero clearance box to allow for air ow through the gap, for cavity and ue casing
cooling.
Secure in position with screws or DYNABOLTS through the angle brackets attached to the foot
on each side on the zero clearance box (see quick assembly guide, step 4, page 9).
INSTALLATION
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800mm framing
59mm
59mm
50mm (min)
740mm inbuilt box
620mm inbuilt box
630mm inbuilt box
710mm framing

FLUE STARTER TRANSITION
The Inbuilt box is supplied with a Flue Transition Kit of 600mm long ue components. These
components are specially ventilated and must be used at the bottom of the ue system. The
150mm stainless steel ue ts into the standard ue spigot of the re. The 200mm casing sits
down onto the top of the rebox casing, with the venting holes at the bottom. The 250mm
casing ts into the socket of the Inbuilt box with the venting holes at the bottom. No substitutions
may be made for these components.
Additional extension kits of 150mm, 200mm, and 250mm ue must be purchased to suit the
particular installation. At least three ue extension lengths will be required to meet the minimum
height requirements of 4.6m above the oor protector. Refer to the Logre II or Rata instructions
for general ue requirements.
The Flue extensions are installed in the usual way on top of the Flue Transition Kit.
Step 1: Fix side to
back
Step 2: Fix other
side to back
Step 3: Fix top to
sides and back
Step 4: View from
front. Fix inbuilt box
to oor protector
Top
Side Rear panel
Side
QUICK ASSEMBLY GUIDE
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Before the wood re is used, ensure that a Compliance Certicate (supplied by
a Registered Installer and/or Territorial Authority Inspector) is obtained for the
user. We encourage initial demonstrations on how to light and operate the re to
ensure the user can condently operate the re for safe and efcient performance.
FIREWOOD
Modern clean burning wood res are designed to burn seasoned dry natural soft wood only,
such as pine.
The moisture content of the wood affects the performance of your wood re greatly. The most
important thing you can do to operate your wood re correctly is to use the correct seasoned
dry wood. All types of seasoned natural wood will burn in your wood re, but your wood re is
tuned to burn seasoned clean, dry soft woods.
Fossil fuels such as coal are not suitable. Do not burn garbage or large quantiles of paper,
cardboard or similar materials. Do not use chemically impregnated timber, reclaimed wood
from wet environments and do not use drift wood. These corrode the components of the wood
re and ue systems reducing the life of your wood re.
Handy Hint: When preparing rewood for use, store it in an open shed exposed to wind. If
stored in an enclosed garage or shed it will take longer to dry out.
OPERATION
Thank you for purchasing a Kent wood re. Used and maintained correctly, it will provide you
with many years of warmth in your home. Kent wood res have been the main source of heating
for many Kiwi homes, for over 40 years.
Please ensure your installer completes and signs the warranty registration card
in this booklet. We encourage you to read the warranty conditions and draw
your attention to improper fuel use.

DO NOT BURN TREATED TIMBER
DO NOT BURN WET OR UNSEASONED WOOD
LIGHTING
On initial light up, the presence of smoke may be noticed. This is normal and will dissipate
quickly. DO NOT BURN YOUR WOOD FIRE TOO QUICKLY TO BEGIN WITH. Allow several small res
to build up a layer of ash in the wood re, and cure the paint before using maximum power.
1. Pull out the air control knob, until it is fully open.
2. Place several pieces of crumpled newspaper in the base
of the rebox, and criss-cross with 8-10 pieces of dry split
kindling. Stack several pieces of dry split rewood no
greater than 30cm in length on top of the kindling.
3. Ignite the paper and leave the door slightly ajar (resting it
on the latch). Let the re establish itself for 4-5 minutes,
then open the door and add some more pieces of wood.
Do not leave the re unattended during this process.
4. Close the door fully, but leave the air control fully open until the wood is well alight
and burning brightly.
Note: It may be necessary in some cases to leave the door ajar for longer periods and use
more small kindling in order to establish enough heat to warm up the ue. Only when the ue is
sufciently warm to create the necessary draft to maintain the re may the door be fully closed.
It may take trial and error to nd a lighting procedure that suits your situation.
NORMAL OPERATION ONCE THE FIRE IS ESTABLISHED
The Kent wood re requires fresh air for optimal burning, and this must come from outside the
house. A normal house will allow enough air in through incidental openings to satisfy this. We
recommend that a source of air be located near the wood re for best performance. This can
be simply a window that is left ajar while the wood re is in use. If this is not possible, and the
house is particularly air-tight, a vent may need to be installed next to the wood re to provide
the air required. Lack of air will lead to a wood re that is hard to light and get going, or in bad
cases, to smoke spilling back into the room.
While an air control is tted, it is recommended that, for the cleanest operation, this is left fully
open and the amount of heat generated is adjusted by the amount of fuel that is used. The
heater burns cleanest when it is running at a high rate.
Once the re is well established, the output can be regulated by the amount of wood that is
used.
To reload the re, open the air control fully, and then open the door. Note that the re burns
hottest at the front of the rebox and so there may be unburnt wood at the back when it comes
time to reload. This is normal. Rake through the contents to move any unburnt wood forward
and then place the desired amount of wood into the rebox. Close the door.
The view of the ame through the glass door will give you the best indication of how your wood
re is performing. In order to accomplish maximum combustion performance, the re should
give a rolling, boiling ame pattern. At reduced setting the ame will be slower. For all practical
purposes, the air control should be fully open when there is unburnt wood in the wood re. Fire
holding periods may be increased by turning down the air control, this is generally at the cost
of greater emissions and creosote production. At low settings, creosote may condense on the
glass, reducing the visibility of the re. The best indication that the re is operating correctly is
that the glass remains clean, without build-up of black or brown deposits. Some whitish bloom
on the glass is normal and does not generally indicate a fault in operation.
The way you burn your wood re will also determine what is happening up the ue. Continued
burning at high rates with a good clean ame will minimise smoke emission and soot and
creosote deposits in the ue.
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FOR FIRST FIRE
All Kent wood res are nished in a high temperature quality stove paint. The paint has not
been fully cured until it has been heated. If the re is run too hot, too fast, the paint will burn off
before it has had a chance to fully bond to the steel. When the re is rst used, it should be run
on “low” for the rst 4 hours to allow the paint time to fully cure.
CLEANING OUT THE WOOD FIRE
Your wood re should require minimum cleaning. If the wood re is operated correctly, and
according to the instructions most of the ash will be consumed by the re and a bed of ash will
be maintained that does not build up to any great extent.
If you nd that you have to clean out ashes every day or so, it indicates that the wood re is not
being operated correctly. Either excessively wet wood, unseasoned wood or foreign materials
are being burnt, or the air control is being turned down too much.
Don’t clean out the rebox completely during the heating season. Leave about 25mm of ash
in the bottom of the rebox after cleaning. These ashes in the bottom of the wood re assist the
burning process, by insulating the rebox and allowing air circulation under the re bed.
When emptying ashes use a metal container with a tight tting lid. Do not use this container for
any other purpose. The closed container of ashes should immediately be taken outdoors to a
location well away from any combustible materials, pending nal disposal. If the ashes are to
be disposed of by burial in the garden or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained
in the container until they are completely extinguished and cold. This may take several days.
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL
We recommend the ue of your wood re is inspected before use at the start of each heating
season and also periodically during the season. When you are able to operate the wood re
without creating creosote deposits, the interval between inspections may be increased, but
the ue must always be inspected and cleaned at least once a year.
The ue should be swept by a professional chimney sweep to remove any build-up of creosote
and soot. A professional sweep should also advise of any problems that may be detected in
the inspection of the ue and offer advice on any repair and replacements. Your Kent wood
re requires minimal maintenance, and will keep its good looks for a long time with just a little
attention.
RUST
Your Kent wood re is manufactured using steel components. Due to the extreme operating
temperatures and inconsistent fuel that wood res are subjected to, a small amount of rusting over
time on the inside of the re box is normal. Without adequate care it is realistic to expect that the steel
re box and internal components will show signs of corrosion.
All steel, including stainless steel requires a level of care and protection to retain its appearance. No
steel is immune to corrosion and neither is it maintenance free.
If your re box and internal components are showing signs of more than a small amount of surface
rust, and a water leak can be eliminated, moisture in the re box can only be due to the environment
the re is installed in, and or, through the fuel that is being used.
Seasoned wood is a very vague term as it depends on how the wood has been kept and stored
since it was felled. Just because a log was felled 2 years ago, does not mean that it is seasoned
enough to be considered “good wood” and suitable re wood.
Visual inspection takes a lot of experience to tell if a piece of wood is sufciently seasoned and dry
enough to be “good wood”. Wet or unseasoned wood is not good for heat output as it produces more
smoke. The moisture released from wet wood combined with the smoke is in most cases corrosive.
Purchasing a moisture meter is an inexpensive way to test how dry your wood is. Always test a new
load of re wood to gauge if it is “good wood”. This will help determine how your re wood needs
to be handled - use now, to be aired or stored for next season.
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MAINTENANCE
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CLEANING
The exterior surfaces of the wood re should be cleaned when needed with a damp cloth and
non-abrasive cleaner. Use of caustic or abrasive cleaners will damage the nish on the wood
re. If, due to continued burning at low temperature, the door glass is dirty, use a paper towel
moistened with water and dipped in the cold ashes from the re to lightly scrub the inside of the
glass. Remember that a properly operated wood re will keep the glass clean by itself.
LUBRICATION
The door hinges, door handle spindle and air slide mechanism should be lubricated periodically
with a suitable high temperature grease. Do not use too much as this can melt and drop down
onto the hearth staining it.
RE-PAINTING
All Kent wood res are nished in high temperature paint. If marks and scratches occur, or
the paint is damaged by over ring or aggressive cleaning agents the appliance can easily
be touched up by using stove paint. Any rust or other stubborn marks that may appear can
be cleaned up and removed with the help of a steel wool pad and hot soapy water, then
repainted if necessary. Touch up paint is available from your Kent retailer. Any unprotected
steel surface left exposed in an environment where moisture may sit on it for extended periods
will require cleaning and care to maintain a quality appearance. Without adequate care it is
realistic to expect that steel may show signs of corrosion.
If the re is not in use for extended periods and you want to protect the surface of your re,
sparingly wipe some extra virgin cooking oil onto the steel with the aid of a paper towel or rag.
Buff off with a clean rag or new paper towel until no reside is left. This will protect the steel and
make it easier to clean in the future.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE RECORDS
Date Maintenance

The air tube in your Kent wood re is an important part of the appliance and helps ensure a
clean, efcient and controllable burn. However, air tubes are a consumable item and need
to be replaced from time to time as they are likely to degrade with continual exposure to the
extreme heat generated in the re box.
The life of the air tube will depend on what is burnt in the re, how hot the re usually burns and
also the ash level. If the ash level is allowed to build up. This can push embers up and into the
holes stopping the air cooling effect. It also means hot embers are in closer proximity to the
tube, increasing the temperature exposure. Ensure ember levels do not build up to high, when
reloading the re with fuel.
Replacing air tubes:
1. Remove bricks from both sides
2. Remove the pin from the end of the old tube
3. Slide tube to one side, this will release the opposite end
4. Pull released end up and towards the door and remove
5. Reverse process for installation of new tube
KENT AIR TUBES
Top front
KWF299-6905
Top rear
KWF299-6906
Air Tube Pin
KWF299-6900
REPLACEMENT PARTS
All Fires
Rata & Logre II
Air Tube Spacer
KWF299-6257
All Fires
Replacement parts must be original Kent parts. Maintenance required should be carried out
by a suitably qualied service technician. Please consult your Kent retailer for their details. The
wood re should not be modied in any way except in accordance with instructions supplied
by Kent.
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The re bricks in your Kent wood re are an important part of the appliance and helps ensure a
clean and efcient burn. However, re bricks are a consumable item and are designed to be
replaced as they are likely to degrade with use due to exposure to the extreme heat of the re.
The life of the re bricks will depend on what is burnt in the re and how hot the re usually burns
and also any damage sustained from wood not being positioned correctly.
At the risk of damaging the re box, re bricks should be replaced when they are damaged
enough that they no longer remain in place and cannot perform their intended function. Fire
bricks which are only cracked but still remain in place do not need to be replaced and are
safe to use.
KENT FIRE BRICKS
Dimensions (mm):
2 - 205 x 176 x 25
4 - 180 x 176 x 25
KWF299-7040
Rata & Logre II
KENT BAFFLES
Includes Promat bricks
Dimensions (mm): 480 x 200
KWF299-7043
(Top rear view)
Rata & Logre II
The bafe in your Kent wood re is an important part of the appliance and helps ensure a
clean, efcient and controllable burn. However, bafes and Promat bricks are a consumable
item and are designed to be replaced as they are likely to degrade with use due to exposure
to the extreme heat of the re.
The life of the bafe will depend on what is burnt in the re and how hot the re usually burns.
Replacing bafe:
1. Remove front air tube by pulling locking pin out of air tube spacer slide ring on the left top
side. Slide spacer ring to the right and slide air tube horizontally to the left. Right hand side
of the air tube will drop out of the keyed side.
2. Swing air tube out through door.
3. Lift bafe plate up off side support rails and pull forward 40mm. Push one side up as high as
you can while letting the other side drop over the side support rail.
4. Keep at a 30° angle and remove it through the door.
5. Reverse process to install new bafe. And air tube.
6. Ensure bafe is sitting rm against back.
NOTE: For all other re parts please contact your Kent dealer.
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WARRANTY
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KENT 15 YEAR WARRANTY FORM
Please keep this copy for your records.
MODEL:…………………………………………………....................................................
SERIAL NUMBER:……………………………………………….........................................
RETAILER:…………………………………………………………….................................
PURCHASE DATE:………………………………………………..........................………..
INVOICE NUMBER:……………………………………....................................................
(Please keep your invoice attached to your warranty record)
INSTALLER NAME:…………………………………….………………......................…….
DATE INSTALLED:…………………………………………………..............................…...
NZ HOME HEATING
ASSOCIATION NUMBER:………………………….…………………......................…….
INSTALLER SIGNATURE:………………………………………………........................……
Kent products are distributed by: Aber Holdings Ltd T/A Aber Living, 17 Mainstreet Place, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3200
Free Phone: [phone] | Free Fax: [phone] | www.aberliving.co.nz
Please read this warranty carefully and keep it, and your purchase receipt in a safe place.
You must produce the required Kent product warranty registration information and proof of
purchase in the event of any warranty repair being required.
WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS
Kent agrees to replace, or repair as necessary any part of the appliance which is proven at the time of
delivery, or within the warranty periods shown below to be defective through faulty materials or workmanship.
This warranty is for normal domestic use. Your Kent wood re is warranted for up to 15 years, with the exception
of the following parts; door glass, door and glass seals, re bricks, ue, secondary air systems and bafe plates,
which all have a 12 month (part only) warranty.
The warranty does not cover damage or failure due to incorrect or faulty installation, misuse, negligence,
water damage, burning improper fuel or environmental conditions. Any unauthorised alteration, modication
or substitution of any part of this appliance or use of this appliance not in accordance with the instructions
supplied, will render this warranty void.
Your Kent wood re must be installed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and with the
appropriate approved ue system. Installation must comply with applicable standards, regulations and local
by-laws. Failure to do so will void any warranty offered in its entirety.
If the appliance needs repair and is installed outside the normal service area (25km) of the nearest authorised
service agent the purchaser is responsible for any additional expenses incurred. In the event that an appliance
needs to be replaced, the warranty does not extend to any consequential materials required or additional
expenses incurred.
In the event of a whistling air tube caused due to environmental circumstances, Aber Living will replace the air
tube. The warranty does not extend to related installation, labour or travel costs.
All claims against the warranty must be directed in the rst instance to the store of purchase. Any repairs
undertaken without the manufacturers authority will invalidate this warranty.
In order to claim on the warranty, you will need to supply; proof of purchase, installation, servicing details and
a completed warranty form (below).
Your Kent wood re warranty is transferable on the sale of the home where the wood re is installed. Nothing
in this warranty is intended to limit any conditions of the warranty right or remedy pursuant to the Consumer
Guarantee Act 1993, except to the extent permitted under the Act. Your Kent wood re is intended for
domestic use only and the warranty is not valid for wood res to be used for business purposes. Kent reserves
the right to alter or amend specications or designs of its product without prior notice.

5088-02/19
Product specications are at date of publication and are subject to change without notice.
Kent products are distributed by:
Aber Holdings Ltd T/A Aber Living
17 Mainstreet Place, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3200
Free Phone: [phone] | Free Fax: [phone]
www.aberliving.co.nz