Saey Altum User manual

houtkachel Saey Altum
poêle à bois Saey Altum
Holz-Ofen Saey Altum
Wood stove Saey Altum
Installatie- en bedieningshandleiding
Guide d’installation et d’utilisation
Aufstell- und Bedienungsanleitung
Installation and Operation Manual
Version 09/08

2
Contents
1. General warnings and safety instructions……………………………………………..3
2. Introduction……………………………………………………………………………...3
3. Fuel……………………………………………………………………………................4
4. Technical data…………………………………………………………………………...5
5. Parts…………………………………………………………………………..................6
6. Technology………………………………………………………………………………8
7. Options…………………………………………………………………………………...8
8. Packaging………………………………………………………………………………..9
9. Installing the stove……………………………………………………………..............9
9.1. The chimney……………………………………………………………………….9
9.1.1. Chimney tips………………………………………………………………..10
9.2. Connection from the stove to the chimney……………………………………..12
9.3. Combustion air……………………………………………………………………13
9.3.1. Combustion air supply……………………………………………………..13
9.4. Clearances around the stove to be
respected……………………………………………………………………..……14
9.5. Fitting the heat shield…………………………………………………………….15
9.6. Using the fire lighter dish…………………………………………………….….15
10.Use……………………………………………………………………………………..15
10.1. First use……………………………………………………………………15
10.2. Use………………………………………………………………….……….16
11.Operation…..……………………………………………………………………………16
12.Heating…………………………………………………………………………………17
12.1. lighting………………………………………………………………….……17
12.2. Heating with firewood……………………………………………………...18
12.3. Dousing the
fire……..……………………………………………………………………………18
13.Cleaning and
maintenance………………………………………………………………..………….19
14.Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………….………20
15.Guarantee……………………………………………………………………………….21
English

3
1. General warnings and safety instructions
The general warnings and instructions must be followed closely.
- Read the whole manual carefully before putting the stove into use.
- Your stove may only be carried using approved means of transport with
adequate load bearing capacity,
- When fuel is burning heat is released, so the upper part of the stove, the
doors, the door handles, the inspection windows, the flues and possibly also
the jacket of the stove may become very hot. These parts must therefore not
be touched without suitable heat-resistant gloves or the operating handle
- Tell your children about this danger and make sure that they stay a safe
distance away whenever the stove is used
- Do not place items which are not heat-resistant on the stove or close to it
- Do not put a kettle on top of the stove except on the polished plate specially
provided
- Do not put clothes on the stove to dry
- Drying racks for clothes, etc. must be placed a safe distance away from the
heating installation - FIRE RISK!
- No inflammable or explosive materials must be used in the same or adjacent
spaces,
- The stove is not designed as an all-purpose incinerator. Use only suitable fuel
- The outside of some parts of the stove can become very hot. Take appropriate
precautions
- The stove must not be altered or modified in any way
- Use only original spare parts from the manufacturer
- This stove is not suitable for installation using a flue to which multiple stoves
are connected,
2. Introduction
Dear user,
By purchasing this SAEY Altum stove you have chosen an innovative heating
installation. Congratulations!
We pay careful attention not just to the technology, but also to the materials,
the manufacturing process and sealing. That is why we can guarantee you
problem-free operation.
The Saey Altum was built using innovative techniques and meets European
standard EN 13240.
If you want the stove's performance to be as clean and green as possible, then
you need to read and follow the instructions in this installation and operating
manual with care.
Any damage to the stove resulting from a failure to follow the instructions in
the installation and operating manual will invalidate the guarantee.
Do you need additional information or technical data? An installation problem?
Contact your dealer first.
English

4
3. Fuel
Which type of fuel? Wood or wood briquettes
Which firewood should I choose?
There are various types of firewood which each have their own power and way
of burning. Preference should be given to hardwood such as oak, beech, ash,
hornbeam and wood from fruit trees. These types of wood burn well and form
a bed of coals that stays glowing for a long time.
The wood must be dry!
Damp wood gives off a much less heat, because a lot of energy is used up to
evaporate the moisture from the wood. It also causes soiling of the hearth,
window and chimney.
Dry wood means clean pieces wood with a humidity ratio, by comparison with
dried wood, of no more than 20%. So choose well-cutwood that has been able
to dry out for two years and store it in a protected but well-ventilated spot.
TIP: How to recognise dry wood? Dry wood weighs significantly less and
makes a brighter noise if you bang two blocks against each other.
Use prepared wood or finely chopped wood (splinters) to light the stove!
Things not to use ...
Rubbish, wood chips, shavings and sawdust, bark and waste from chipboard,
plywood and wood with a treated surface must not be used. They cause
soiling of the hearth and the chimney and can emit poisonous fumes.
Watch out:
Do not cut the firewood too small. Very thin wood burns only for a very short
time only and is only suitable for lighting the stove. Let large pieces, generally
about 25 to 30 cm long burn naturally. round short wood must be chopped
small.
Also take account of the power of your stove. If your stove has a power of 7
kW than ± 2 kg dry wood per hour is enough.
Model Altum
WOOD
Max. length of wood blocks cm 25 to 30
Max. diameter / width cm 14
Max. humidity % 20
Maximum volume kg 1.5
WOOD BRIQUETTES
Max. length of wood blocks cm 25 to 30
Maximum volume kg 1 to 1,5
English

5
4. Technical data
Results
Power range kW 3 – 6
Nominal power kW 5
Wood performance % > 80
CO emissions (at 13% o2) from wood Mg/m³ 1250
Fume temperature at nominal power - wood °C 280
Sizes and weights
Height mm 1167
Width mm 362
Depth mm 362
External diameter of flue mm 120
External diameter of combustion air inlet mm 80
Height to underside of combustion air inlet mm 68
Weight
Not packed
Packed
Kg
Kg
130
135
Installation values
Hearth draught at nominal power Pa 12
Hearth draught limits Pa 10 – 20
Supply of fresh air m³/h 25
English

6
5. Parts
English

7
477.5306.013 Saey Altum Bicolor
Saey reference Code Description eng
8775306010 LED1005-02985 BASE
8775306020 LED1005-02986 AIR CYLINDER
8775306030 LED1005-02987 AIR REGULATOR
8775306040 LED1005-02988 LOWER PART FIRE BASKET
8775306050 LED1005-02989 GRATE
8775306060 LED1005-02990 FIRE BASKET SEGMENT
8775306070 LED1005-02991 UPPER PART FIRE BASKET
8775306080 LED1005-02992 BURNERPLATE
8775306090 LED1005-02993 FIRE BASKET RING
8775306100 LED1005-02994 RIGHT HS AIR CHANNEL
8775306110 LED1005-02995 LEFT HS AIR CHANNEL
8775306120 LED1005-02996 FRONT COVER PLATE
8775306130 LED1005-02997 DEFLECTOR PLATE
8775306140 LED1005-02998 UPPER COVER PLATE
8775306150 LED1005-02999 TOPPLATE
8775306160 LED1005-03000 LOWER FRONT
8775306170 LED1005-03001 ASHTRAY DOOR
8775306180 LED1005-03002 FRONT
8775306190 LED1005-03003 UPPER FRONT
8775306200 LED1005-03002 FIRE DOOR
8775306210 LED1005-03005 GLASS PANEL
8775306220 LED1005-03006 LEFT CLOSING FILET
8775306230 LED1005-03007 RIGHT CLOSING FILET
8775306240 LED1005-03008 THREADED ROD
8775306250 LED1005-03009 CLIP
8775306260 LED1005-03010 HANDLE
8775306270 LED1005-03011 HANDLE AXLE
8775306280 LED1005-03012 LOCKING CATCH
8775306290 LED1005-03013 HANDLE FASTENER
8775306300 LED1005-03014 ASHTRAY
8775306310 LED1005-03015 MANTEL
8775306320 LED1005-03016 FIRE BRICK 385
8775306330 LED1005-03017 FIRE BRICK 465
8775306340 LED1005-03018 DEFLECTOR STONE
4795306020 LED1004-00387 FLOOR PROTECTION PLATE
8775306350 LED1005-03019 REGULATION FOOT
8775306360 LED1005-03020 LOWER DECORATIVE RING
8775306370 LED SUPPORT FOR PROTECTION PLATE
8775306380 LED1005-03021 UPPER DECORATIVE RING
8775306390 LED1005-03022 REAR PROTECTION PLATE
8775306400 LED1005-03023 PIPE OUTLET DIA80
4795306000 LED1005-00432 FIRESHELL GEL/ETHANOL
English

8
6. Technology
- Snorkel
Snorkel technology ensures healthy, safe and efficient combustion. It is
available by using the optional airbox for this stove (ref. 479.5306.010).
Healthy, because snorkel technology draws all the necessary oxygen
from outside – just like a snorkel, in fact – and not from your room. That's
important, because the insulation in our houses is constantly improving.
Snorkel technology ensure the maximum breathing space in even the best
insulated houses.
Safe, because the stoves give off nothing indoors except heat. There is
no risk of backwash combustion gases or of CO poisoning.
Stoves with Snorkel technology are also more efficient, because they
no longer suck heated air out of the room.
- Airwash
Naverbranding = post-combustion
Airwash system and post-combustion with our wood and coal-burning stoves
The airwash system provides a natural flow of air across the window of the
stove, preventing soot deposits from forming on it. So you can enjoy the play
of living flame in your hearth to the full through a clean window.
Adding fresh oxygen to the final flue gases gives rise to a secondary
combustion – post-combustion – this improves performance and reduces
emissions of flue gases, which benefits the environment.
7. Options
Options available:
- airbox: ref. 479.5306.010
- outlet pipe Ø 120 mm:
- heat shield: ref. 479.5306.020
- firelighter scales: ref. 479.5306.000
English

9
8. Packaging
Your first impressions are important to us! The packaging of your new stove offers
exceptional protection against damage. However the stove and its accessories can
still be damaged in transit.
So please check the stove for damage and missing components when you take
delivery of it. Notify your supplier immediately of any missing components and also
on the CMR document.
The packaging for your stove is harmless for the environment. The cardboard and the
plastic foil can be returned to the local waste facility for recycling.
The package includes:
- 1 Saey Altum appliance
- 1 handgrip
- 1 manual
If anything is missing, please inform your installer as soon as possible.
9. Installing the stove
All local regulations, including national and European standards must be followed
when the appliance is installed.
Only an appliance connected by a recognised installer guarantees compliance with
legislation on construction and fire prevention. This is certainly required for safe and
proper use of the stove.
The stove may only be installed on a floor with adequate load-bearing capacity. If the
floor is non-compliant, then steps will have to be taken to increase the load-bearing
capacity.
In order that the appliance can be installed level, its legs are fitted with adjustable
feet (levelling screws). If necessary, adjust these so that the appliance is installed as
level as possible.
9.1 The chimney
Before a stove is connected to a chimney connected is, the size and quality of
the chimney must be checked to ensure that they meet locally applicable
regulations. The measurements may need to be calculated.
The chimney must be cleaned yearly. This cleaning must take place in
compliance with local legislation in force.
English

10
9.1.1. Chimney tips
The stove can be connected directly to the chimney. The diameter of the outlet
pipe must match the diameter of the connector pipe on the fireplace.
We can guarantee that the appliance will work well if there is a hearth draught
of between 8 and 20 Pa. The hearth draught can only be determined when the
appliance is lit! If the chimney draws too strongly, then a damper must be
incorporated.
If it draws too little, then the following measures should be considered:
a. Extending the chimney
b. Improving the insulation of the chimney (less cooling of the flue gases)
c. Improving the flow of air into the space in which the stove is installed.
d. Improving the airtightness of the chimney.
Many problems with stoves are caused by badly working chimneys. Therefore
we offer the following tips. These are for information only and are not binding
on us. There are just too many unknown factors affecting how well the
appliance-chimney combination works. If in doubt, you should contact a
specialist. Chimneys that have worked perfectly well with an old stove can give
problems with a new one. The stoves of 30 years ago had much lower
performance than the present generation of stoves which burn a lot cleaner
and also have higher requirements as regards the chimney.
Tips:
e. A round channel is preferable (to minimise friction)
f. The diameter of the chimney must not be smaller at any point than that
of the appliance (except in very long chimneys where a narrower
section should sometimes be included).
g. The mouth of the chimney should be unobstructed.
h. The chimney should be as close as possible to vertical with as few
curves as possible.
i. The chimney must not draw in extra air. Watch out for flue dampers
and cleaning hatches in the cellar or on the roof!
English

11
j. The chimney must not have too many connections - that reduces the
upwards pressure. Consult your chimney specialist!
k. Flue connections to different stoves and fireplaces must not be located
opposite each other at the same height, in order to prevent the chance
that combustion gases will not be drawn out. Two flue connections
must be at separated vertically by at least 30 cm.
l. For the chimney opening, you will need to comply with your national
legislation. For Belgium this is NBN 61-001. Here are a few rules from
this standard that cover chimney openings:
BUILDING WITH FLAT ROOF BUILDING WITH PITCHED ROOF
Zone 1: A
chimney opening
is automatically
permitted
(preferably
without a static
cowl)
Zone 2: A chimney opening is only
permitted if the appliance(s) is /are
fitted with an atmospheric burner and if
a static cowl is fitted to the top of the
chimney.
Zone 3: ·A
chimney opening is
not permitted
under any
circumstances.
For details on chimneys we refer you to the relevant regulations with which the
chimney needs to comply. Because of the highly technical nature of these
regulations, they are primarily aimed at professional installers/chimney
specialists.
List of the most important standards with which chimneys have to comply:
- EN 12446:2003 Chimneys - Components - Concrete outer wall elements.
- EN 1443:2003 Chimneys - General requirements
- EN1856-1:2003 Chimneys - Requirements for metal chimneys - Part 1:
System chimney products
- EN1856-2:2004 Chimneys - Requirements for metal chimneys - Part 2:
Metal liners and connection flue pipes
- EN13384-1:2003 Chimneys - Thermal and fluid dynamic calculation
methods - Part 1:
EN 2006 Chimneys serving one appliance
- EN1857: 2003 Chimneys - Components - Concrete flue liners
English

12
- EN1457: 1999 and Clay/ceramic flue liners. Requirements and test
methods
En 2002
- EN 1806: 2006 Chimneys - Clay/ceramic flue blocks for single wall
chimneys - Requirements and test methods.
- EN13069: 2005 Chimneys - Clay/ceramic outer walls for system chimneys
- Requirements and test methods.
- EN 13063: 2006 Chimneys - System chimneys with ceramic flue liners -
Part 1: Requirements and test methods for soot fire
resistance
For Belgium:
- NBN D51 parts 1, 2 and 3 installation standards for combustion
appliances.
- NBN B61 parts 1, 2 and 3 rules governing the location of combustion
appliances
What must I do in the event of a chimney fire?
We recommend that you take the following steps in the event of a chimney fire
1. Close off the air supply.
2. Call the fire brigade.
3. Clear access routes to the cleaning openings (e.g. cellar and attic).
4. Move all inflammable objects away from the chimney.
5. When the stove is put back into service, the chimney and the stove
should be checked over by a specialist.
6. This specialist should also investigate the cause of the chimney fire
after and take any corrective measures.
Note: If you let the stove burn for 10 minutes each day at maximum power, this
allows combustion products to be burnt off. This reduces the risk
of any chimney fire and also helps keep the window clean.
9.2. Connection from the stove to the chimney
The stove can be connected directly to the chimney (top outlet). The diameter of
the outlet pipe must match the 120 mm diameter of the connecting pipe section
to the stove.
If the chimney draws too strongly (>20 Pa), then a damper must be incorporated.
See also the basic requirements for the chimney in 9.1.
The steps for the actual assembly are shown below (e.g. fixed pipe with rose or
hearth screen).
English

13
9.3. Combustion air
The Saey Altum stove can only be used when the stove door is closed. The
Saey Altum stove uses 25m³ per hour at its nominal power. All combustion air is
drawn in through the opening on the rear of the stove and is thus preferably
taken from outside via the airbox (optionally available, see Section 7) Æor
Snorkel Technology (see Section 6)
Consideration must be given to any other hearths or air extraction installations in
the same space or that share the same combustion air connection, which can
compromise the operation of the stove. The grille that provides incoming air
must not be blocked.
If necessary the combustion air connection must be calculated or a separate
combustion air supply system must be installed outside.
Tip: Consideration must also be given to cooker hoods which may be connected
to the space in which the stove is installed. They cause underpressure, which
can lead to a malfunction in the combustion air supply. The combustion gas
which results can damage residents' health and even cause death.
9.3.1. Combustion air supply
There are two possible systems.
Traditional system: the combustion air is drawn in through the vent low down
on the rear of the stove. When the traditional system is used the space where
the appliance is installed must be adequately ventilated. (see technical data
point 4)
Airbox system: the combustion air is drawn in from an inlet on the stove and
distributed through channels inside the stove. An airbox can be mounted on the
back wall of the stove. From that, a 80 mm Ø tube is used for further
connections. If a smooth 80 mm Ø tube is used, up to 12 m can be connected. If
elements like curves are used, the maximum length should be reduced by 1 m
each time. E.g. 10m pipe + 2 curves = 12m pipe.
Assembling the airbox:
The airbox is fastened to the rear wall of the stove with the screws provided.
English

14
9.4. Clearance around the stove to be respected
Fire safety measures concerning inflammable or temperature-sensitive floor
coverings:
The surface under the stove must have a fire-resistant, non-inflammable
covering (e.g. cast iron plate, marble or tile)
No inflammable or temperature-sensitive material (e.g. firewood) may be
stored underneath the stove.
Safety distance to inflammable or temperature-sensitive items:
From the sidewalls from the stove: at least 60 cm
From the rear wall at the upper connection: at least 30 cm
From the rear wall with protective shield at least 18 cm
Within the line of sight of the glass: at least 80 cm
Floor protection in front: at least 50 cm
Floor protection at sides: at least 30 cm
9.5. Fitting the heat shield (optional)
Fit the holders for the heat shield at the bottom of the rear wall of the stove.
Place the heat shield on the holders. The threaded stud at the top must be
18 cm
30 cm
English

15
unscrewed by about 10 mm so that the top holder for the heat shield can be
screwed fast onto it.
9.6. Using the fire lighter dish (optional)
Place the fire lighter dish at the top of the firebox on the pins provided. When it
used to burn ethanol or firelighter gel, must the combustion air handle must be
set in the "start" position.
10. Use
10.1. First use
When the stove is used for the first time it must first be completely dried. Warm it
for around an hour with a small quantity of fuel.
During this phase a few unpleasant odours may be released as the undercoat
used dries out. If necessary open a window or door.
Stay by the appliance during this phase and remove any condensation
immediately before it has the chance to break through the paint.
10.2 Use
Take care of the following:
The appliance may only be used when the fire door is closed. The doors of
the stove must also be closed when the appliance is not in use.
Take account of the power of the stove when loading wood. E.g. for a
power of 8 kW you need ± 2.5 kg of wood per hour.
English

16
11. Operation
Opening the fire door
The fire door can be opened using the handle supplied
Operating the air inlet
All of the combustion air flow is controlled on the front of the appliance.
Combustion air handle
Start or restart position burn out/retain heat position
English

17
Small flames front position High flames front position
nominal power maximum power
12. Heating
12.1 Lighting
Ensure maximum air supply when lighting the stove (air lever in start position).
Put a good layer of kindling on the grate of the stove. Close the fire door. Open
the ashpan door and slide the ashpan out. Put two firelighters in the holders
provided. Light them and replace the ashpan. Leave the ashpan door open for
three to five minutes. As soon as a lively blaze has developed, the ashpan door
can be fully closed.
Watch out: If 15 minutes after lighting there is still a backdraught of flue gases
because of the weather conditions (strong wind or fog, for example) the lighting
should be stopped until the weather improves.
12.2 Heating with firewood
For the appliance to reach the desired temperature quickly without too many
undesirable emissions, after lighting you should follow the following heating
procedure:
As soon as the kindling is burning well you can put a wood block (max. Ø 14 cm)
into the firebox.
Then set the combustion air handle to the desired position: small or large flames
for nominal or maximum power!
English

18
Wood burns for a long time and produces a lot of gas; it must be burnt fast with a
constant oxygen supply. To reduce the possible undesirable effects of long-term
reduced air supply, it is best to let the stove burn for a quarter of an hour at full
power every day that it is used.
Possible undesirable effects:
Smouldering fire, condensation, tar deposits
High levels of soot
Smoke problems (emissions of poisonous substances)
Risk of explosion
Wood is not suitable for a small fire! In other words, a wood-burning stove can
not be choked. It can just take a long time to burn fully. This means that, when
the air inlet is closed, the set temperature is only reached when the wood is
burnt well down and the degassing process – the large flames die back and only
the glowing embers of the wood remain – is complete!
In particular, avoid adding excessive fuel, otherwise too much heat is released, a
lot of combustion gases are released and the appliance will be overloaded.
12.3 Dousing the fire
When there is only a bed of glowing coals remaining in the firebox, it is advisable
to set the air supply lever to the burn out/retain heat position. This prevents any
heat loss via the chimney and ensures that the relighting of the stove runs
smoothly the next time.
13. Cleaning and maintenance
In general it can be said that if the stove is used on a regular basis, it must be given a
thorough cleaning at least once a year.
Removing and emptying the ashpan
The ashpan must be emptied regularly, and certainly before it reaches the height
of the grate. If not the grille cannot cool down and the cast iron elements can
melt.
English

19
Cleaning the smoke channels
Once per burning season the fly ash must be removed from the smoke
channels.
Fig 1 Fig 2
Fig. 3 Fig 4 Fig 5
Fig 1: cross-section of the smoke channels and heat recovery
Fig 2: the removal of the baffle plate by lifting it sideways and sliding it out
Fig 3: lift the first cast iron baffle plate over the lip and …
Fig 4: … turn through 90° and remove.
Fig 5: lift the second cast iron baffle plate a short distance, turn through 90° and
remove.
The fly ash in the space and on the plates can simply be removed with a vacuum
cleaner.
English

20
Ceramic window
The Saey Altum has a high-performance airwash system which prevents the
window from turning black too quickly. However, it cannot prevent a long-term
attack on the glass. Using damp or wet wood makes the problem worse. The
water vapour released sticks to the window and holds soot particles fast.
To clean the window, first wait until it has cooled down completely. The cleaning
can use glass cleaners which are commonly available in the shops. Do not in
any event use corrosive or scouring products to clean the glass.
14. Troubleshooting
Malfunction Cause Solution
Wood too damp Check, max. residual moisture 20%
Incorrect fuel Only use the appropriate fuel for the appliance
Chimney too weak (min. 12 Pa at the
outlet from the appliance)
Check the airtightness of the flue
Fire started in the chimney
Close open doors of other appliances
connected to the same chimney
Close any open cleaning apertures in the
chimney
If necessary, clean the connector
Inadequate combustion air Check diameter of outlet flues and air supply
Check domestic ventilation systems, cooker
hood and any open windows
If possible install appliance with airbox.
The fire does not burn well
Ashpan is overfull Empty ashpan
Add less fuelCondensation forming Excessive temperature difference
Put an extra firelighter on top of the fuel in
the combustion chamber
Wood too damp Check, max. residual moisture 20%
Incorrect fuel Fuel not small enough, respect maximum
dimensions
Only use the appropriate fuel for the
appliance
Chop wood blocks
Too much wood added Do not add more than one or two pieces
Inadequate combustion air Connect the combustion air pipe directly to
the appliance and to the circulation grid
or run it directly to the outside
Check circulation diameter
Check domestic ventilation systems, cooker
hood and any open windows
Glass quickly gets soiled
Smoke sticks to condensation on the
glass
Put an extra firelighter on top of the fuel in
the combustion chamber
Chimney too weak (min. 12 Pa at the
outlet from the appliance)
Check the airtightness of the flue
Fire started in the chimney
Close open doors of other appliances
connected to the same chimney
Close any open cleaning apertures in the
chimney
If necessary, clean the connector
Smoke problems
Fuel only partially burnt In general, only add fuel when no more
orange flames can be seen in the stove.
English