Portway Rochester 5kW User manual

Rochester 5kW
Wood Stove, Model No. PCWSB5B2
Installation and Operating Instructions
Installation and Operating Instructions
Eco-Design 2022 Compliant
Wood Stove
Read these Instructions and
use only the recommended wood fuels
Leave this manual with the householder following
installation
To find qu lified inst ller, fuel supplier or chimney sweep ple se cont ct :-
UK - The Solid Fuel Associ tion R.O.I. - Irish N tionwide Firepl ce Org nis tion
7 Sw nwick Court 162 C pel Street
Alfreton Dublin
Derbyshire Tel [phone]
DE55 7AS www.firepl ce.ie
Tel : [phone]
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This Portw y Rochester 5kW Wood Stove m y be used in smoke control re s when oper-
ted strictly in ccord nce with these instructions nd with Soliftec Smoke Advice Sheet No.
1 (www.soliftec.com/smoke dvice.htm) when burning :
UK : Untre ted wood logs
ROI : Wood logs (Control of Atmospheric Pollution Regul tions, 1970)

Information Requirements for Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1186
Model Identifier PCWSB5B2
Indirect Heating Functionality No
Direct Heat Output 5.0kW
Indirect Heat Output Not Applicable
Fuel Wood logs with moisture content
<25%
Nominal Heat Output (Measured) 5.0kW
Minimum Heat Output (Indicative) 3.0kW
Seasonal / Useful Efficiency at Nominal Heat Output 83.4%
Useful Efficiency at Minimum Heat Output (Indicative) 50.0%
Energy Efficiency Index 111%
Auxilliary Electricity Consumption at Nominal Heat Output Not applicable
Auxilliary Power Consumption at Minimum Output Not applicable
Auxilliary Power Consumption at Standby Mode Not applicable
Permanent Pilot Flame Requirement Not applicable
Type of Heat Output / Room Temperature Control Single stage heat output, no room
temperature control
Harmonised standard applied BS EN 13240:2001+A1:2004
Notified Body KIWA 0558
Contact Details BFM Europe td.
Gordon Banks Drive
Trentham akes North
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 4TJ
Tel : [phone]
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Contents Description Page Number
Section 1 Stove Information 4
Section 2 Stove Installation Requirements & Smoke Control 5-7
Appliance Exemption.
Section 3 Stove Flue Connection to Chimney 8-9
Section 4 Suitable Wood Fuel 10
Section 5 Suitable Mineral Fuel 10
Section 6.1 Operation of the Portway Rochester MK2 5kW Stove 11
Section 6.2 ighting the Stove - Installer Instruction 12
Section 6.3 Break in Fires - User Instruction 12
Section 6.4 ighting the Stove - User Instruction 12
Section 6.5 Re-fuelling the Fire - User Instruction 13
Section 6.6 Maintenance 13
Section 7 Troubleshooting 14
Section 8 Removal & Re-Fitting the Stove Throat Plate 15
Section 9 Spare Parts 16
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Section 1 - Stove Information
1.1 This Portway Rochester 5kW wood stove meets the safety and
performance requirements of European Standard EN 13420 for intermittant
burning solid fuel roomheaters for installation in a dedicated chimney when
operated in accordance with these instructions. Independently tested by KIWA,
Cheltenham, UK.
1.2 Stove Dimensions - see figure 1 below.
Fig. 1
The stove is supplied with the following loose items :- 1 off ashpan & tool, 1 off outlet spigot
& 1 off stove glove.
Section 2 - Stove Performance Data
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Dimension refers to Intern l flue coll r dimension
Fuel Wood (Beech)
Test standard EN 13240
Re-fuelling Interval 0.83 hrs
Air Control Settings 50%
Flue draught (Pa) (ins WG) 12 (0.05)
Efficiency(%) 83.4
Recommended output (kW) 5.0
Mean flue gas temperature (oC) 252
Minimum air entry requirement 2700mm2
Minimum clearance to
combustible surfaces
500mm Rear, 400mm Side.
Emissions if O2 = 13%
CO % 0.04
Flue gas mass flow (g/s) 3.7
Mean CnHm (Nmg/m3) 46
Mean NOx (Nmg/m3) 108
DIN Plus Dust (Nmg/m3) 25

Section 2 - Stove Installation Requirements
2.1 WARNING - Installing a stove is a controlled service, the law requires that the
installation is completed by a qualified installer or that the building inspector is in
formed. Check with your local authority.
2.2 ASBESTOS - This Portway stove does not contain asbestos, but asbestos material
may be encountered during installation of the stove. If in doubt contact a suitably
qualified professional to deal with Asbestos or material suspected to be asbestos.
2.3 WEIGHT - Your stove is heavy 71.5kg Net (85kg packed) - take care when
moving it and ensure that the fireplace to which you are attempting to install it
can take the weight - consider the use of a load distribution plate.
2.4 FIREGUARD - This stove becomes extremely hot is use, therefore a fireguard
should be used if children, the elderly or infirm are present.
2.5 FIREPLACE - Stoves become extremely hot in use, therefore the fireplace to
which the stove is installed must be made from durable fireproof materials. Thin
stone slabs (less than 50mm) risk cracking unless cut into sections to allow for
expansion and backed by heat resistant concrete. Even beyond the safety
clearances stated items subjected to radiant heat from the stove can still become
extremely hot, therefore please take care when siting items such as fuel, paper
etc.
2.6 AIR SUPPLY - Your stove needs air to breathe and therefore perform correctly.
There must be a permanent fresh air supply into the space to which it is installed
equal to 550mm2 for each kW of output. This can often be provided by air leaking
around door frames etc. It is commonly accepted that this level of adventitious
ventilation alone may suffice for stoves of output less than 5kW but requirements
for additional ventilation should be considered. If an extractor fan is fitted in the
room, any interconnecting room or room in the vicinity can detrimentally affect
the performance of the stove so please check stove performance with these
extraction fans in operation. Where there are additional combustion appliances
within the property please ensure that the relevant requirements of Approved
Document J of the Building Regulations are complied with.
When air inlet grills are positioned to provide combustion air they must not be
liable to blockage. Regular checks should be made to ensure that any air inlet
grill is not obstructed. It is essential that the stove has adequate air supply for
combustion and ventilation. Apertures provided for this purpose shall not be
restricted.
2.7 REGULATIONS : All local regulations including those referring to National
and European standards need to be complied with when installing this appliance.
Refer to the current version of BS 8303, Code of Practise for installation of
domestic heating and cooking appliances burning mineral fuel. Refer to the
current version of BE EN 15287-1, Design, Installation and Commissioning of
Chimneys.The hearth should extend a minimum at least 300mm in front of the
stove (Portway recommend 400mm) and 150mm to each side. A minimum of
50mm clearance to non-combustible materials is required at each side of the
stove for access for servicing and maintenance. There must be no combustible
material positioned within 1000mm of the front of the stove. Page 5 of 17

2.8 CHI NEY - The chimney must conform to the following requirements :-
2.8.1 Generate a draught when in use of minimum 12 Pa (0.05 ins WG).
2.8.2 Have a minimum internal cross section equivalent to not less than 125mm
diameter. (12,272mm2)
2.8.3 Be capable of withstanding the flue gas temperatures generated by the stove.
2.8.4 Terminating at least 1 metre above the ridge.
2.8.5 Be free from any cracks or sources of leakage and be sealed throughout its entire
length to prevent leakage of products of combustion into the property.
2.8.6 Have no bends greater than 45 degrees.
2.8.7 Have no obstructions and having been swept throughout its entire length.
2.8.8 Being connected only to this Portway stove.
2.8.9 Conforming to local building regulations and rules in force.
2.8.10 Being adequately insulated.
2.8.11 Where the flue passes through timber or thatch or vunerable materials specialist
advice must be sought.
2.8.12 THIS APP IANCE MUST NOT BE INSTA ED ON A SHARED F UE SYSTEM.
2.9 APPLIANCE EXE PTION UNDER SECTION 21 OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT
1993 AND S OKE CONTROL AREAS
2.9.1 The Portway Rochester 5kW wood free-standing stove, model number
PCWSB5B2 has been exempted under the Clean Air Act 1993 for use in
smoke control areas when burning wood logs. The Portway Rochester 5kw Wood
Stove, Model: PCWSB5B2 must be fitted with a permanent stop to prevent
closure of the secondary air control beyond 28mm open.
The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Area’s
2.9.2 Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the whole or part of the
disrict 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 aquire 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 a smoke control
area).
In England appliances are exempted by publication on a list by the Secretary of
State in accordance with the changes made to section 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 Wales and Northern Ireland these are authorised by regulations made by Welsh
Ministers and the Department of the Environment respectively.
Further information on the requirements of the Clean Air Act can be found here :
http://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 Page 6 of 17

2.9 APPLIANCE EXE PTION UNDER SECTION 21 OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT
1993 AND S OKE CONTROL AREAS (CONTINUED).
2.9.4 Refuelling on to a low fire bed
If there is insufficient burning material in the fire bed 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.
If the fire bed is too low or cool, suitable kindling must be used to re-light fires.
2.9.5 Fuel overloading
The maximum amount of fuel specified in this manual must not be exceeded,
overloading can cause excessive smoke.
2.9.6 Operation with door left open
Operation with the door left open can cause excessive smoke. The appliance
must not be operated with the door left open except as directed in the
instructions.
2.9.7 Dampers left open
Operation with the air controls or dampers open can cause excessive smoke. The
appliance must not be operated with the air controls or dampers left open except
as directed in the instructions.
2.10 REQUIRE ENTS TO FIT A CARBON ONOXIDE (CO) ALAR
2.10.1 When this stove is installed, Building Regulations require that whenever a new or
replacement fixed solid fuel or wood/biomass appliance is installed in a dwelling a
carbon monoxide alarm must be fitted in the same room as the appliance.
Further guidance on the installation of the Carbon Monoxide alarm is available in
the latest version of BS EN 50292 and from the alarm manufacturers instructions.
2.10.2 IMPORTANT NOTE : The installation a Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm is not a
substitute for installing the appliance correctly, regular servicing and maintenance
of the chimney / flue or the stove itself. Please ensure that regular servicing in
accordance with section 6.6 of this manual is completed.
2.10.3 WARNING NOTE : Properly installed, operated and maintained this stove stove will
not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and
re-fuelling may occur. However, persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous
and must not be tolerated. If fume emission does persist the following action
must be taken:-
Open windows and door to ventilate the room and then leave the premises.
et the fire go out.
Check for chimney blockage and clean if required.
Do not attempt to re-light the fire until the cause of fume emission has been
identified and corrected. If necessary seek expert advice.
The most common cause of fume emission is flueway or chimney blockage. For
your own safety these must be kept clear at all time. Page 7 of 17

Section 3 - Stove Flue Connection to the Chimney
3.1 The flue can be connected to the stove via either the top or the rear outlet. The
stove can then be sealed to the chimney using a short length of uninsulated flue
pipe as shown below and overpage in figures 2, 3 & 4.
3.1.1 Top flue outlet into existing chimney - figure 2
Fig. 2
3.1.2 Top flue outlet sleeved through wall into external insulated flue - figure 3
Fig. 3
Register plate Cleaning access door
Metal sealing collar and
glass rope Fireproof and air tight seal
required all round
Cleaning hatch on bend
External insulated flue Fireproof and air tight seal
required all round
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Fireproof and air tight seal
required all round

3.1.3 Rear flue outlet into chimney with sealing collar - figure 4
Fig. 4
3.1.4 Rear outlet by “tee” piece with cleaning door - figure 5
Fig. 5
3.1.5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION - whichever method is used it is imperative that the
route from the stove to the chimney terminal is completely air-tight, even very
small air gaps can adversly affect the flue draught. Seal all joins with fireproof
cement and / or heatproof rope. The entire construction should be made of
durable fireproof materials.
Cleaning door
Fireproof and air tight seal
required all round
“T” piece with cleaning door
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Section 4 - Suitable Wood fuel for the Portway Rochester Wood Stove - User
Instruction
4.1 SMOKE CONTRO - In certain areas special rules apply regarding the use of some
fuels, please ensure that you check with your local authority. This Portway
Rochester stove may be used in smoke control area’s when operated strictly in
accordance with these instructions and with Soliftec Smoke Advice sheet No. 1,
see front cover of this manual for further details.
4.2 WOOD TYPES - All types of wood are suitable providing they are well seasoned,
untreated and have a moisture level of between 12% & 20%. For softwoods they
will need to have been left in storage for 9 months in order for the moisture to of
evaporated. For hardwoods this could take in excess of 18 months for the wood
to season. If you are unsure of the moisture content of your logs it is
recommended that you purchase a suitable mositure meter which will allow you to
measure the moisture content of the wood you are planning to use.
4.3 WOOD SIZE - It is recommended that logs should be no greater than 5” / 125mm
in diameter and a maximum of 250mm in length. The logs must be dry with a
moisture content no greater than 20%.
4.4 WET TIMBER WARNING - Wet timber and logs must not be used as this will
create excess tar deposits in the chimney and the stove and could considerably
increase the possibility of a chimney fire. Wet timber and wood also increases
emissions, creates more smoke and will reduce the lifespan of the stove.
4.5 JOINERY WASTE - Burning joinery waste is acceptable, providing the wood is un
treated and dry. Joinery waste generally is softwood and hence will not burn as
cleanly or for as long as hardwood logs.
I PORTANT NOTE : DO NOT BURN ANY FOR OF HOUSEHOLD WASTE WITH
THIS STOVE AND NEVER USE ANY FOR OF LIQUID FUEL ON THE STOVE.
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Section 5 - Operation of the Portway Rochester Wood Stove - User Instruction
6.1 The air control on your stove is as shown below in figure 6.
The stove is also supplied with a glove and an ashpan handle to be used as
described in this section.
Fig. 6
5.1.1 Air control - This is located above the stove door in the centre. The
air control provides air for combustion and an air wash facility to keep the stove
glass clean.
5.1.2 Hand glove - a glove is provided with the stove to adjust the air control,
and open / close the door when the stove is hot. Please note all parts of the
stove will become hot in use and care needs to be taken to avoid injury through
burning.
5.1.3 Ashpan & handle - a ashpan and handle is supplied for use with the stove,
please use this in conjunction with the glove and be aware that ash and embers in
the ashpan will be extremely hot. Take care when discarding hot embers.
5.1.4 Smoke Stop - To make sure your stove always receives enough air to burn away
the smoke produced when burning wood, a smoke stop is fitted to prevent the
secondary air control from being fully closed. The smoke stop must always be in
place when burning wood in smoke control areas of the United Kingdom.
Air Control
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Section 6.1 - Lighting the stove - Installer instruction
6.1 Prior to first lighting the stove ensure that the following is complete :-
6.1.1 Installation of the stove and relevant building work is completed.
6.1.2 The chimney is suitable, sound and free from obstruction.
6.1.3 Adequate ventilation and provision for combustion air has been made.
6.1.4 The installation is compliant with building regulations and local authority
regulations as applicable.
6.1.5 The chimney pull is a minimum of 12 Pa
6.1.6 The fuels that are planning to be burnt comply with those listed as suitable in
section 4 of this manual.
Section 6.2 - Break-in fires - User instruction
6.2.1 When the stove is new, for the first 20 hours burning only use gentle small
controlled wood fires during which the first three fires must be small
kindling wood fires only. This is required to correctly adhere the paintwork on the
stove. After the first three fires gently increase the size of the fuel and duration
of the burn time. Failure to adhere to this instruction will result in likely
damage to the paintwork on the stove. In addition, during the “break in
fires” do not touch the paintwork on the stove as during this period the
paintwork will be relatively soft and will mark easily.
Section 6.3 - Lighting the stove - User instruction
6.3 When first lighting the stove comply with the following :-
6.3.1 Ensure that the ash bucket is in place
6.3.2 Ensure that the air control is in the fully open position (to the left hand side when
viewed from the front).
6.3.3 Construct a pile of kindling in the centre of the grate using approximately 1kg of
kindling wood.
6.3.4 Use two chemical firelighter in the base of the kindling and light with an
approprate ignition source. eave the door partially open but do not leave the
area of the stove.
6.3.5 As soon as the fire is well established in the kindling, shut the door of the stove.
6.3.6 After 5 minutes or as soon as the kindling is well lit, add a further 3 small pieces
of wood of approximate weight 0.5kg.
6.3.7 Once these logs are lit, after a further 5 minutes add a further 3 logs weighing
approximately 1.2kg.
6.3.8 Once these logs are lit, reduce the settings on the air
control to a suitable level to suit your requirements.
6.3.9 Re-fuel as per section 6.5 as and when required.
6.3.10 DO NOT OPERATE THE STOVE WITH THE DOOR PER ANENTLY OPEN.
6.3.11 This stove is not suitable for connection to a central heating system.
6.3.12 THIS STOVE UST NOT BE USED AS AN INCINERATOR AND ONLY USE
RECO ENDED FUELS.
6.3.13 IF BURNING WOOD IN S OKE CONTROL AREAS PLEASE READ AND
CO PLY WITH THE REQUIRE ENTS OF SECTION 2.9
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Section 6.4 - Re-fuelling the fire - User instruction
6.4 When refuelling the stove, follow the procedure as detailed below :-
6.4.1 Open the air control to the fully open position.
6.4.2 Add up to 1.2kg of wood.
6.4.3 After approximately 2 minutes or when the flames from the fresh fuel are fully
established, close the air control to the desired position.
6.4.4 At high power output your stove will require re-fuelling approximately every hour.
6.4.5 Do not leave the stove until the newly added fuel is well established.
6.4.6 Always refuel onto hot embers and riddle at each refuel.
6.4.7 If the fire has died out at the point of refuelling use kindling and fire-lighters to
re-establish the fire.
6.4.8 DO NOT OVER OAD THE STOVE WITH FUE .
6.4.9 Reduced burn rates can be achieved via use of the air control.
6.4.10 This stove is suitable for intermittant burning and should not be used constantly
for extended periods. Not suitable for overnight burning.
6.4.11 During certain atmospheric conditions it may be difficult to achieve the required
flue draught. If such conditions occur it may require a specialist cowl on the
chimney to achieve the correct flue draught to ensure correct operation of the
stove. In such circumstances do not use the stove and obtain expert advice.
6.4.12 In the event of a chimney fire, close the air control on the stove, evacuate the
building and call the fire brigade.
Section 6.5 - aintenance - If in doubt contact a competent person
6.5 Regular cleaning and maintenance of the stove is essential for safety and
efficiency. Portway recommend a suitably qualified (HETAS) registered engineer is
used for servicing purposes. Ensure the following steps are completed regularly :-
6.5.1 The ashbucket should be emptied after every use as required.
6.5.2 When the stove is cold, clean out any build of ash or unburnt fuel from the grate,
around the ash bucket and in any nooks or crannies of the stove. Complete
monthly as a minimum, including on top of the stove throat plate, see section 8.
6.5.3 The flue, flue pipe and chimney will require regular sweeping to minimise the
build up of soot and tar, annually as a minimum. The stove should of been
installed with suitable access doors in the flueway to achieve this. However in the
event that suitable access doors have not been installed access to the flue can be
achieved by removal of the throat plate in the stove itself, see section 8.
6.5.4 If the stove door glass is stained, it may be that the air control may
need to be opened up during use, this is dependent upon many factors such as
flue pull etc. In the event of excessive staining use a ceramic glass cleaner to re
move the marks when the stove is completely cool.
6.5.5 Note that the internal boards of the stove will craze with normal use, this is not a
fault with the boards. Cracks will not adversly affect the stove’s performance
providing the boards remain in position. If pieces break from the boards then
replace the boards as necessary. You can significantly increase the life of the
boards by burning the correct wood in the stove as detailed in section 4.
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Section 7 - Troubleshooting
7.1 In the unlikely event of experiencing problems with your stove, please consult the
following :-
7.1.1 Smoke from the chimney - a little smoke will be emitted from the chimney
when the fire is cold. Ensure the correct, dry wood to prevent smoke emissions.
7.1.2 Poor heat output - this Portway Rochester 5kW Wood stove will generally heat
a room of 12m3room volume per kW of heat output, so if operating at 5kW
output it could heat a room of 12m3x 5 = 60m3or 5 metres square. The actual
size depends upon factors such as insulation and air change within the room. To
attempt to use too smaller stove to heat too larger room will result in overheating
the stove and potentially damaging it.
7.1.3 Lack of controllability - some fuels may burn excessively until the gases in
them have been used up, you can reduce this effect by using the air control on
the stove.
7.1.4 Difficulty burning for extended periods - If the fire goes out with plenty of
fuel in the stove, try leaving the air controls open a little more. Check the door
seal is sound and that there are no gaps or cracks in the flue or flue joints.
7.1.5 Overfiring - If the stove is left with the air control in the fully open position for
too long this will result in overfiring, excessive chimney temperatures and risk of
component failure and chimney fires. Use a stove thermometer, available from
your Portway stockist can help to obtain a satisfactory burn temperature.
7.1.6 Smoke coming into the room - Product of combustion (fumes) are poisonous
and hence smoke emission must never be tolerated. If smoke comes back into
the room when the stove is lit the cause must be fully investigated to ascertain
the problem and rectified before using the stove. Check for build up of ash on the
throat plate, the condition of the door seals, the condition of the seal between
flue and chimney and any air ventilation into the room is not blocked. If the
symptoms persist, consult a suitably qualified person, such as a HETAS registered
engineer to further investigate and resolve the problem.
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Section 8 - Removal & re-fitting the stove throat plate
If in doubt contact a competent person
8.1 Ensure the stove is cool.
8.2 Remove the front fuel grate (as shown in figure 7 below) by lifting clear from the
lugs. ift the vermiculite baffle which in turn will allow the side liners and the
baffle to be removed from the stove.
8.3 Caution – the throat plate is heavy and needs to be supported during removal.
To remove (1) rotate the throat plate upwards, (2) slide backwards and (3) pull
downwards to release.
Clean off any fly ash etc. If using throat plate removal as access to the
chimney. Please ensure that all debris is completely removed prior to refitting the
throat plate.
8.6 Ensure that throat plate location areas are clear and then re-fit the throat plate
and side board retaining brackets in reverse order. (It is essential that the throat
plate is located as shown in figure 8).
8.7 On subsequent start-up, check the stove for correct performance and clearance of
combustion products.
Fig. 7 Fig. 8
ift the front fuel
retaining grate
clear from the
lugs
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To remove the throat plate, (1) rotate upwards, (2) slide
backwards and (3) pull downwards to release
ift the vermiculite
baffle to allow the
side liners to be
removed
(1)
(2)
(3)

Section 9 - Spare Parts
I PORTANT : Only genuine Portway spare parts should be used with this stove
and no unauthorised modifications to this stove are permitted.
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Due to our policy of continual improvement and development the exact accuracy
of illustrations and descriptions contained in this book cannot be guaranteed.
B-1033542
Issue 2
9th February 2023
BFM Europe td.
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Staffordshire
ST4 4TJ
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