Warmington Cardrona Cooker User manual

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Cardrona Cooker
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Fire, Flue System and Instructions to Comply with ASNZS 2918:2001
Keep these Instructions for further reference……Ensure that you have the correct and current Installation details for the Warmington Fire
Installation
The Warmington unit is to be Installed by a Certified Warmington Installer or an Approved NZHHA Installation Technician .
See www.homeheat.co.nz/members for a Certified NZHHA SFAIT Installer in your area .
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE SURFACES UNLESS STATED
IMPORTANT
Read all the Instructions carefully before commencing the Installation. Failure to follow these Instructions may result in a Fire Hazard and void the warranty
Cardrona Cooker - wood burner
Installation Instructions

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Model: Cardrona Cooker
Serial No: SSO - ……………………
TESTED TO AS/NZS 2918.
TEST REPORT : SPECTRUM LABRATORIES LTD
TEST REPORT NO : 0033
Date of installation: _____/_____/20_____

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Minimum Flue Height
Flue height 3600
Measured from top of cabinet C + 3600
FIREBOX DETAILS
Description Cardrona Cooker
Cabinet width A660
Cabinet depth B642
Cabinet height C915
Flue diameter D150
To flue centre E108
Ceiling height F2400
Minimum from fire to ceiling G1500
Height from floor protector H4600
Note:
Please check with your local Council in regard to
Clean Air Regulation Restrictions prior to installing
your Cardrona Cooker.
Check List
Fit baffle (if required)
Fit bricks (if required)
Fit top plate inspection discs
Fit oven trays
Fit thermometer
Holding down brackets
Check door seals
Check door ampers
Check flue damper & handle
Serial umber check
Loading Badge
Packed by:
Ash hearth only is
needed, refer to
AS/NZS 2918.

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PLAN VIEW OF CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - STRAIGHT WALL INSTALL
Description Cardrona Cooker
To flue centre - corner O410
Hearth depth - corner P1247
To wall side - corner Q100
To flue centre - corner S579
* Measurement taken from front ash lip
PLAN VIEW OF CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - CORNER INSTALL
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES - BENCH TOP INSTALL
Description mm
Bench top clearance AA 50
To bench top side AB 240
To flue centre (side) AC 570
Description Cardrona Cooker
Hearth width M830
Hearth projection* N300
Hearth projection to flue centre R668
Description Cardrona Cooker
To wall behind I100
To wall side J350
To flue centre (back) K251
Hearth depth L919
Situation
Non-combustible surface, including walls, finishings and
framing without flue shield, e.g. concrete/block/brick/ACC
block. Hearth only needed if installed on heat sensitive
floor material.
Re clearance to a non-combustible materials walls or
surfaces, ref to ASNZS:2918:2001 3.2.1.
The clearance to a non-combustible surface and in-
cluding wall can be less that 100mm if a wet back is
not fitted and no requirement for maintenance.
* Construction of flue shield must be in
accordance with ASNZS 2918 (minimum flue shield
height is 1200mm)
Ash hearth only is
needed, refer to
AS/NZS 2918.

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WETBACK POSITIONS AND PIPE LAYOUT
kw output*
Wetback Boiler 3.5kw
*Value is approx, tested on Lewis Firebox
CARDRONA COOKER INTERNAL MEASUREMENTS
Tested fuel load
(softwood)
Tested fuel
weight
Firebox size
in litres:
Cardrona Cooker up to 4.75kg 50.1
Description Cardrona Cooker
Internal depth VV 385
Firebox internal height WW 271
Firebox internal width XX 483
Cooker internal height YY 283
Cooker internal width ZZ 483
WETBACK FITMENT
Step 1:
Place the wetback into the firebox,
and ensure the pipes are fitted into the
holes securely.
Oven Dimensions Cardrona Cooker
Oven door opening 430 x 250mm
Oven width 485mm
Oven depth 385mm
Oven height 285mm

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Note:
Wetbacks CANNOT be
fitted to fires that are
Installed in any area
that falls under the
Clean Air Regulations.
Note:
Consult your plumber for Wetback system configurations and operation.
Wetback is to be fitted to an internal heat-sync (e.g. hot water cylinder/radiator/under floor heating etc.
Ensure water is in the wetback before operating the fire. Damage will result if the
wetback is dry.
Step 2:
Once the wetback is in place, the two
BSP threaded pipes should protrude out
the back and through the main outer
wrap of the fire.
Step 3:
Slide the 2 x 12mm galvanized spacer
pipes over the BSP threaded pipe of the
wetback.
Secure with 2 x brass BSP nuts.
(Spacer pipes and nuts supplied).
Step 4:
Cut excess BSP pipe off wetback, to
required length; to be done by Plumber.
Let water enter the wetback before it is
used.
Damage to the wetback will occur is the
wetback is dry.
WETBACK FITMENT cont..

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DAMPER HANDLE FITMENT
Step 2:
Align screw on the Damper handle to the hole in the damper
rod on the top RH side of the Cardrona Cooker, as shown.
Step 1:
Slide damper handle over the damper rod & using a 3mm allen
key tighten screw into the Damper rod hole to secure in place.
SEISMIC RESTRAINTS
Important Note:
Secure Fire down at 2 x lugs located as
shown.
Seismic bolts not supplied.
Step 1:
Lift or remove flue system from the Fire to view the damper
plate. On the damper plate there are 2 x hinge bolts; loosen
these bolts and slide the damper rod out from the R/H side.
Ensure to hold the damper plate to stop it falling inside back of
the Firebox.
Step 2:
Grease end of hinge bushes & rod with high
temp grease to ensure the damper rod
maintains a free motion back & forth.
Step 3:
Slide damper rod back in position
through the side of the Firebox. Ensure
to hold damper plate in position when
sliding the damper rod back in place.
Tighten the bolts, once set in same
position as when you started.
Loosen hinge bolt
Hold damper
plate to stop
fit rom falling
down inside
Firebox.
Slide
damper
rod out Grease bushes
on each side.
DAMPER ROD MAINTENANCE - HIGH TEMPERATURE GREASE (COPPER COAT)
Fixing Instructions:
1. Fix 2 x Seismic restraint brackets through the Hearth into the
floor. They are to penetrate into the base by at least 3 times
their diameter.
2. Use at least 2 x 6 or 8mm diameter Dyna bolts or similar, to fix
the fire to the hearth and through the Hearth into the floor.
3. Fix Hearth to the floor with appropriate adhesive, bolt or
screws.
4. Ensure the Seismic restraint complies with AS/NZA
2918:2001 ref: 3.8

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Note:
Once fire is operational and ash is in
the base of the firebox, the bricks will
be supported.
Note:
Cardrona Cooker can only have
bricks if there is no wet back
inserted
Wetback plugs
CARDRONA COOKER VERMICULITE BRICK FITMENT
Step 1:
Fit the back brick first, sitting it hard
back against the wetback plugs.
NOTE: If wetback if fitted, the back
brick is not used.
Step 2:
Once the back brick is in place, fit the
side bricks by sitting them hard against
the back brick and side walls of the fire-
box. There should be a 25mm gap from
the front.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OVEN
CLEANING THE CARDRONA COOKER
The Cardrona Cooker should only be cleaned when it is cold. The exterior can be dusted with a firm brush. Do not use a cloth
to clean, as this will drag on the paint finish leaving a lint on the surface.
As the cooking stove top is used for cooking, normal wear and tear will occur. Spills should be mopped up immediately with a
damp cloth, but oven cleaners should not be used as they are too abrasive.
The exterior of the Cardrona Cooker is painted with a high temperature cooking stove paint, and from time to time it may be-
come necessary to renovate the exterior by repainting. The surface must be prepared by rubbing down with a wire brush.
The cooking stove paint will not adhere to the surface if there are fat deposits or food particles on the area to be resprayed.
High temperature cooking stove paint is available from Warmington. Do not use this paint until the Cooker is completely cold
and always follow the instructions on the container before starting to paint.
The glass door should stay relatively clean if the correct type of fuel is used, but from time to time this can be cleaned when
cold with a proprietary glass cleaner and a dry cloth, or depending on the soot build up, a nylon pan scourer.
TEMPERATURE GAUGE REMOVAL TO CLEAN
Step 1:
Open the bottom oven door & loosen glass
bracket with 3mm allen as shown.
Step 2:
Remove temperature Gauge as shown.
The Temperature gauge on the oven door provides an indication of oven
temperature. It should be noted however, that since the Gauge is attached to the
door, temperature may drop if the oven door is left open for a prolonged period of
time, so the oven may be hotter or cooler than indicated by the Gauge.
Once the oven door is closed again the Gauge will come back to temperature.
OPERATION OF THE OVEN TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The oven is heated directly by the fire. In order to heat up the oven, the
fire should be lit as described in our specifications. Once the fire is es-
tablished, pull the oven Damper handle forward. This will allow the hot
fumes from the fire to circulate around the inner cavity thus heating up
the oven.
To maximize the heat from the fire into the home, always operate
the oven heated by having the damper control on the side to the
forward position. To reduce the heat going to the oven, the oven
damper control should be pushed to the upright position backward. This
will allow the hot fumes to escape directly up the chimney, thus reducing
the heat to the oven.
NOTE: Do not run the fire for long periods with the door ajar as
damage may result.
The oven Air Control slider on the oven door will allow small amounts of
air to escape when the Air Control is opened This is a fine adjustment
only, & you will find that in time operating the firebox wood load, oven
Damper Control & the oven Air Control slider together, you will get the
desired heat.

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CLEANING OUT SIDE CHANNELS, BASE, SOOT & DEPOSITS
Step 1:
Ensure fire is out and cooled. Remove 2 x inspection caps from
the top plate as shown above.
Step 2:
With both doors closed sweep out 2 x side channels with a 100mm dia
chimney sweeping brush or equivalent until channels are clear of any soot.
Replace caps back in position and fire is ready to use.
Step 3:
Remove the cap screws from the bottom plate and rake out the soot from
the base.
Fit back into place and replace the screws.
CHIMNEY SWEEPING
Step 1:
Remove baffle from top Firebox, as shown in diagram A.
Close both doors to stop any soot coming into the room, as shown in
diagram B.
Open the oven damper control on the R/H top side of the Fire, as
shown in diagram C.
A
C
B
Step 2:
Remove ADD Cowl on roof as shown in diagram A & sweep with suitable
sized chimney wweeping brush to flue diameter from top down.
When finished, replace ADD cowl as shown in diagram B.
Once flue is swept, clean out ash & soot from the firebox & replace baffle
plate as shown in diagram C to complete Chimney Sweep.
A
B
C

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FLUE SYSTEM INSTALLATION GUIDE
Minimum Flue height
Flue height 3600
Measured from top of fire C + 3600
Flue details
No:
Cardrona Cooker
Cowl 1150
Cone 1150
Top Spider 1150
Liner Diameter Slip 1250
Flue Diameter S/S 1150
Flue Diameter Hi Therm Black 2150
Combo 250/200 X 1200MM Galv 1250
Ceiling Plate 1150
Ceramics 4
Double Flue Shield with Brackets 1to suit150
NOTE:
Ensure a standard
Tested Warmington
flue system is used on
all Warmington fires.
This flue kit has been manufactured in accordance with AS/NZS 2918:2001 and tested to Appendix
F. To ensure safety, this flue kit must be installed as outlined in these instructions. Heater and flue
pipe clearances from combustible walls must be in accordance with heater manufacture’s
specifications and AS/NZS 2918:2001.
These installation instructions are for tested appliances only.
THIS IS A GUIDE ONLY - EACH INSTALLATION WILL VARY DUE TO UNIQUE INSTALLATION REQUIRMENTS.
STAGE 1: Locate heater in its proposed position and mark a point on the ceiling that is directly above the centre of the heater’s flue outlet.
Check that the heater’s location allows the Outer Casing to clear all structural roof timbers.
STAGE 2: Cut a 250mm square hole in ceiling. Directly above, cut a hole in roof to accommodate Outer Casing.
STAGE 3: Fit timber nogs around ceiling and roof holes, i.e. nogs form a 250mm square aperture, which allows air to circulate freely over the
Outer Casing surface.
STAGE 4: Position the Outer Casing so that it is flush with the underneath of the ceiling and protrudes through the roof the required height
(Refer to AS/NZ 2918:2001 if more details are required. When calculating roof penetration height, allow for an extra 500mm that
can be achieved by using the Outer Cashing Slip Extension.
A: If the flue is within three metres of the ridge, the Outer Casing must protrude at least 600mm above the ridge of the roof.
B: If the distance from the ridge is more than three metres, the Outer Casing must protrude at least 1000mm above roof penetration.
STAGE 5: Fix an appropriate flashing around the Outer Casing to seal onto the roofing material.
STAGE 6: Assemble Flue Pipes together ensuring seams are in line. Secure each joint with three rivets or self-tapping screws. Flue Pipes
must be assembled with crimped ends down (towards heater).
STAGE 7: Place Ceiling Plate over heater flue spigot, ensuring the folded edge up stands are facing ceiling.
STAGE 8: From the roof, lower Flue Pipes through Outer Casing into position. Ensure not to scratch the Hi Therm Flue coating. The Hi
Therm Coating can be touched up with an approved Spray can (Stovebright). NOTE: Some fires require the crimped end of the
flue that fits into the Fires flue spigot to be trimmed back to from a snug fit. Seal flue to Fire box spigot.
STAGE 9: From the roof, slide the Inner Casing into the Outer Casing, around the flue, until it rests 12mm above ceiling level on the Swage
Ring of the Outer Casing.
STAGE 10: Before securing the Outer Casing Slip Extension to the Outer Casing with three rivets or self tapping screws, ensure the Flue
Pipes extends above the top of the Outer Casing Slip Extension 145mm APPROX. The fitment of the Cowl, Flashing Cone and
Flue is required to form a seal by the flange on the Cowl. Adjust Slip Extension to obtain this measurement. If minimum roof
penetration heights described earlier can not be achieved, add sufficient stainless steel Flue Pipe.
STAGE 11: Fit Top Spacer Bracket to the Flue Pipe making sure the lugs fit snugly inside Outer Casing Slip Extension. Make sure Top
Spacer Brackets fits hard down onto Outer Casing Slip Extension.
STAGE 12: Fit Flashing Cone over the Flue Pipe and push down firmly onto Top Spacer Bracket. Optional to secure with a rivet or self-
tapping screw. The Flashing Cone should be flush with or 5mm above the finished Flue Pipe.
STAGE 13:Fit ADD Cowl but do not secure permanently , as removal for flue cleaning will be necessary. The Cowl will fit tight down onto the
Flashing Cone forming a seal—ensure that the seal is formed. (The Cowl, Flashing Cone and Flue can be secured with a Stain-
less Steel screw but provision must be made for the removal of the Cowl for cleaning of the flue system.
STAGE 14: Fasten Ceiling Plate to ceiling using screws and spacers provided. Ensure an even air gap around Flue Pipe when fixing. Remove
protective plastic from Ceiling Plate.
N.B. 12mm air gap between ceiling plate and ceiling must be maintained.
STAGE 15: Fit of the Flue Shield, fit Bracket to Flue Pipe above firebox and the bracket into the flue spigot on the fire.. Attach S/S Reflector
to brackets, ensure that the plastic coating is removed from all the surfaces before lighting the fire.
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the installation of the flue kit complies with AS/NZ 2918:2001, the
appliance manufacture’s specifications for flues and that relevant Local Body requirements are adhered to.
Note: FLUE SYSTEMS casing
Flue system may require to be doubled lined to
comply. Ref ASNZS:2918:2001 4.3 Flue pipe casing.

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FLUE HEIGHT MINIMUM DETAILS
The flue exit is to comply to ASNZS 2918: 2001
3D View
FRAME OUT - TRIM OUT DETAILS FOR FLUE SYSTEM
Note: FLUE SYSTEMS casing
Flue system may require to be Doubled lined
to comply. Ref ASNZS:2918:2001 4.3 Flue
pipe casing.
Note:
External Requirements
Refer to AS/NZS2918:2001 4.9.1
Install Flue system to AS/NZS2918:2001
When using a rubber or Bitumen flashing (Butynol,
Dectite) an Additional Flue pipe Baffle is required.
All external air vents & ceiling penetrations must
be bird proofed with permanently fixed screens.
All flashing to comply with E2.
FLASHING - TO COMPLY TO THE BUILDING CODE (E2)
Note: ROOF FLASHINGS GENERAL
Flashing are to be complaint to the building code and the
design will vary depending on the type of roof.
Each installation is unique and your Installer will advise of the
most appropriate flashing method to comply.

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GENERAL INFORMATION & OPERATION
1. Double Skin
The Southern Series & Cardrona Cooker Firebox is a radiant/convection stove – it has an inner and outer skin whereby room air flows between the
surfaces, thus becoming hot and efficiently heating the room.
2. Lighting and Operation of Cardrona Cooker (General)
• When lighting the Cardrona Cooker the Firebox Damper Control on Front Top RH Side adjacent the door should be fully open .
• Place paper or fire lighters into the base of the firebox .
• Arrange kindling on top of paper or firelighters, allowing air to move easily through the kindling also Open Oven Damper Control on RH Side
(push back) to allow the Hot Flame & Smoke to bypass the oven and pass up the Chimney.
• Light the fire around the base to ensure good ignition of paper or firelighters.
• Leave the door ajar 5 to 10 mm to aid with speedy ignition of the fire. Do not run the fire for long periods with the door ajar as damage
may result.
• When the fire is happily burning the main fuel loads can be placed into the fire, from the front to the rear in a lined pattern, ensuring that the
flames can easily move through the fuel load.
• Close the door to ensure a seal to the firebox and pull the Oven Damper Control on the RH side forwards (closed). Always operate the fire
in the “heat oven position” (Oven Damper Control forwards as this will return maximum heat into the home).
Once the fire is fully established and burning brightly the air supply can be considerably reduced to control heat output (and fuel consumption).
Note, the air control is designed such that even when fully closed some air still enter the firebox. This keeps unwanted flue emissions to a
minimum.
NOTE: Operating the Cardrona Cooker with the oven damper control forwards (closed) once fire is well established, will heat up the
oven below & give maximum amount of heat into the room. If the fire performance drops or the oven will not reach temperature, the
Cardrona Cooker may need to be swept and cleaned of soot build-up (see sweep details).
When Re-fuelling the Fire with Wood , Open Oven damper Control on RH Side (push back) to avoid smoke entering the Home . Once the Fire
is re-fuelled , close the door & pull the Oven Damper Control Forward to Heat the Oven .
Removing Ash
When you use your fire for a few weeks you will find ashes accumulate in the firebox. The ashes can be removed easily through the fire door
when he fire is at its lowest, such as first thing in the morning, or when it is completely out. The amount of charcoal in the ash is often a good
indicator of how well you are operating the heater. If there is no charcoal and only very fine ash then you are doing an excellent job. If there
is a lot of charcoal you may be turning the combustion air down to soon after refueling, or not raking the charcoal to the combustion air inlet, or
turning the combustion air down too low to support efficient combustion, or all of the above. Warmington wood-burning appliances work best
when a small amount of ash is left approximately 25mm deep in the firebox after cleaning, this aids with stable burning. The ash should be
placed in a noncombustible container with a tightly fitting lid and moved outdoors immediately to a location clear of combustible materials.
3. Cooking
Because the top of the fire is in direct contact with the flame, it offers a large cooking surface. Ideal for entertainment at home or cooking for holiday
homes and farm cottages. If spillage occurs, clean the surface with a soft cloth and dish washing liquid, avoid scratching the surface.
4. Storing/Drying Fuel
Damp wood is dried naturally while it is stored. Use dry timber preferably cut and stored under cover the previous year.
PURCHASING THE FIREWOOD
The quality of the firewood you burn can have a dramatic effect on the efficiency and operation of the heater. The main factors that affect the
burning characteristics of firewood are moisture content, tree species and piece size.
The moisture content of the wood affects the rate at which burns and the efficiency of combustion. When trees are cut, wood moisture con-
tent ranges between 35 and 60 percent by weight. If you attempt to burn wood this wet, it will be hard to ignite, slow to burn and will hiss and
sizzle in the firebox. So much energy will be consumed in boiling off the excess water that the efficiency of combustion and the heat to your
home will be low, condensation and corrosion may be occurring in the flue and smoke may be causing problems to your neighbours. Properly
seasoned wood ignites readily and burns efficiently.
Firewood should be cut and split in the early spring and stacked under cover, with good ventilation, to be ready for burning when
required.
Look and check for cracks in the end grain as a sign of dry wood. The stacks of firewood should be in an open area so that air can circulate
between them. During the summer, as warm breezes flow through the stacks, carrying away the evaporating water, the moisture content of
the wood will fall to around 20 percent. At this moisture content the wood is ready for burning.
Although the energy content of dry wood per kilogram is almost the same regardless of species, softwoods and hardwoods burn differently
because of differences in density. Softwoods, such as pine, are less dense than hardwoods like gums, Manuka or ironbark. A denser wood
will produce a longer-lasting coal bed, while a less dense wood will bring a fire to an optimum burning temperature more quickly.
The size of the firewood pieces affects the rate of combustion. Larger pieces ignite and release their energy more slowly than small pieces.
Smaller pieces are better for short, hot fires and larger pieces are preferable for extended firing cycles. In general, commercial firewood deal-
ers produce firewood in larger pieces than modern wood-burning appliances can handle. It is often necessary to split some of the wood again
before using it.
Firewood harvesting can have an effect on native woodlands and a variety of threatened species. Dead standing and fallen timber provides
habitat for numerous species of animals and birds. Wood heater operators should be encouraged to be sensitive about the source of their
firewood. If collecting it privately, operators should leave some dead wood behind as it provides habitat for birds and animals.

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GENERAL INFORMATION & OPERATION cont..
5. Heat Output
A maximum heat output of approximately 15 - 25Kw can be expected with dry wood, with medium air control setting output of 8 - 12Kw and
with fully closed the heat output is approximately 3 -5Kw. The height of the flue system can have an effect on the draw, control and burn peri-
ods of the fire.
The stove will heat an area of approximately 150 - 250 sq meters of 2.4 meter stud height.
NOTE : The condition, moisture content and type of wood burned will have a direct result on the performance of the fire.
6. Construction
The firebox is constructed from 6mm steel plate with some fairings made from 1.6mm steel. The outer skin and tray are constructed from
3mm and 1.6mm steel plate. The unit has a cast steel door and 5mm Robax glass.
7. Finish
High temperature steel parts are finished with a matt black high temperature paint designed to withstand the rigors of normal combustion.
8. Glass Door
When in operation, the full beauty of the combustion process can be seen through the large ceramic-glass window. This window is kept clean
by the inlet air passing from top to bottom over the glass. Any build up of residue that may occur on the glass can be removed with a mild
abrasive liquid cleaner or proprietary stove glass cleaner. Wet wood is more likely than dry wood to produce window-marking emissions.
9. Testing and Clean Air Approval
The Southern Series & Cardrona Cooker have been tested and approved to ASNZS 2918: 2001 specifications for solid fuel burning heaters
.Contact with your local TA (Territorial Authority) to check for local compliance.
10. Flue System
The installation and construction of the flue system must comply with ASNZS : 2918. The fire requires a Warmington Tested and approved
flue system only, as tested to ASNZS : 2918. The tested flue system should not be modified in any way without the written approval of the
manufacturer. Any additional flue components to the flue system must comply with ASNZS: 2918.
11. Floor Protection
Floor protectors are normally designed to suit each individual “setting”. The installation and construction of the floor protector must comply
with ASNZS: 2918. The fire requires an ash hearth only.
12. Maintenance
The operation, components and general condition of the fire and flue system need to be checked annually, or more
frequently if required. Repair or replace parts when necessary. For more information, contact your local Retailer.
The chimney, firebox and fire ducts are to be cleaned and swept annually or more frequently if required.
Note: For cleaning and maintenance of the damper handle rod see page 6 for applying high temp grease etc.
Chimney Maintenance:
To clean chimney, remove cowl assembly from the top of the flue system, and the baffle system inside the top of the
firebox. Make sure the door is closed on the firebox and push the oven damper control back to open, to ensure the soot
can fall into the top firebox. Use a chimney sweeping brush to suit flue diameter, and clean the flue from the top down.
Remove soot/ash from the firebox and fire ducts (see instructions in this document).
Firebox:
Keep your stove clean by polishing all over with a soft cloth when unit is cool. In humid climates more interior firebox
corrosion will occur in non-use summer months than in winter. The stoves life can be greatly extended by cleaning the
firebox interior at the end of winter and spraying with Stovebright high temperature black paint.
13. Wetback (Check with local Council for compliance if installing a Wetback in a fire that is to be in-
stalled in any area that falls under clean air regulations, contact your local territorial authority for local
compliance)
On special order a wetback model can be supplied. This unit acts as a hot water booster, producing about 2.5kW. The wetback sits in the
firebox . The inlet and outlet are at the fire back and require standard 25mm pipe connections to the threaded brass pipe of the wetback.
Inlet and outlet pipes are at the same height permitting flow of water in either direction but need to be correctly connected by the plumber.
Note: Not all fires have the provision for a Wetback.

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GENERAL INFORMATION & OPERATION cont..
Information on the paint coating is on the web site: http://www.forrestpaint.com/stovebright/troubleshooting_guide1.html
When lighting the fire for the first time
Ventilate the house during the first three times the stove is used. The paint on the stove will give off smoke heavy with carbon diox-
ide and has an odour. Without adequate ventilation, concentrations of smoke could irritate, or be upsetting. Babies, small children,
pregnant women and pets should not be in the area due to these carbon dioxide fumes causing an imbalance in the air quality.
Open doors and windows and use a fan if necessary. After these initial burns, the paint will be set and there should be no more
smoke.
Don’t touch the surface. It will be soft and gummy during this phase. Once set, it will not be soft again.
Most stoves stop smoking after 3 burns. The first two should be at 250 F (121 C) for 20 minutes or about half a normal fire. Do not
let the stove cool down significantly between burns. The last fire should be between 500 F (260 C) and 700 F (371 C) for at least 45
minutes. The point being, operate slowly without a hot fire. It the stove gets too hot, too quickly, the paint will crack. Owners of
stoves that have a door gasket should check with the stove dealer about leaving the door ajar during this process to keep the gasket
from sticking to the jam.
Stoves with a cooler surface temperature and those that were previously painted with another colour will take longer to set. This
process can usually be observed by the effect of the paint turning flat as the heat radiates out from hotter parts of the stove.
Summary on Setting High Temp Pain:
Read Stove Manufacturer instructions
Babies, small children, pregnant women and pets should leave the area during the paint setting phase.
Ventilate well
Paint surface will look “wet” and will smoke
Do not touch paint surface during this process
Set slowly with successive burns
Contact your local Warmington Retailer if you have any other questions.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON PAINT & FINISHING
14. Suggested procedures for soot or creosote fire:
• Alert all the people in the house. Either have them leave, or be ready to leave.
• Call the fire department.
• Suppress the fire the best you can until the fire department arrives, being careful of your own safety. Be sure you
always have a way out of the house should the fire get out of hand.
• If you can, being careful of your own safety:
• Close the air inlet(s) of the appliance.
• Discharge a dry chemical household fire extinguisher into the appliance. Use a chimney fire extinguishing
product (water on the base of the fire will turn to steam and aid to put out the fire).
15. Warranty - for full details and conditions on product Warranties, contact your Authorised Retailer.
The Cardrona Cooker is guaranteed against faulty workmanship and materials for a five-year period.
The black surface while extremely durable and long lasting may need buffing lightly with a soft cloth from time to
time to retain its colour and appearance or touching up with an approved high temperature paint i.e. Stovebright.
Not included in warranty: (List of Warmington Genuine Replacement Parts)
1. Glass in the door (Robax glass 5mm fire box—Toughened Glass in Oven door)
2. Door seals—fire box and Oven
3. Internal baffle System (Consumable)
4. Firebox linings - (consumable - may not be fitted with some models)
5. Flue systems
6. Paint (Stovebright)
7. Handles
8. Temperature Gauge
17. Installation
The fire is to be installed by a certified Warmington installer or an Approved NZHHA Installation Technician.

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NOTE: For these Operation Instruction download from the website
www.warmington.co.nz
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Model Estimated KW Average KW
Cardrona Cooker 25 19
GENERAL NOTES: ASNZS 2918 : 2001
NOTES:
• Warranty - for full details on product warranties, contact your local Authorised Warmington Retailer.
• For the Fire Operational and Maintenance Instructions visit www.warmington.co.nz and up load the PDF.
• Correct installation, operation and maintenance must be maintained to comply with Warmington Warranty's.
• The Appliance and Flue System must be Installed in accordance with ASNZS2918:2001 and the appropriate
Building codes.
• The Flue system and Fireplace is to be swept annually or more frequently if required.
WARNINGS:
• WARNING: ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED IN WRITING BY
THE TESTING AUTHORITY IS CONSIDERED AS BREACHING AS/NZS:4013.
• WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS TO START OR REKINDLE THE FIRE.
• WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE
WHEN IT IS OPERATING.
• WARNING: DO NOT STORE FUEL WITHIN HEATER INSTALLATION CLEARANCES.
• WARNING: WHEN OPERATION THIS APPLIANCE AS AN OPEN FIRE USE A SPARK SCREEN.
• CAUTION: THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED AND OPERATED AT ALL TIMES IN AC-
CORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• CAUTION: THE USE OF SOME TYPES OF PRESERVATIVE-TREATED WOOD AS A FUEL CAN BE
HAZARDOUS.
Tested Fuel Load (Softwood) Kg Fire Box Litres:
Cardrona Cooker up to 4.75kg 50.1