Alderlea T4 - Troubleshooting Guide; Common Stove Issues and Solutions

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Problem Cause Cure
Glass is Dirty 1. Wood is wet • Use dry wood
2. Turning down air control • Do not turn down until
or damper too soon a) there is a good bed of coals
b) the wood is charred
3. Draft too low • Improper chimney height and / or
diameter, -consult dealer
• Chimney plugged or restricted,
- inspect and clean
• Provide outside air for combustion
4. Door gasket leakage • Replace gasket
• Check latch for proper operation
Excessive Creosote Buildup See 1,2,3, above. See 1,2,3, above.
Low Heat Output 1. Wood is wet • Use dry wood
2. Fire too small • Build a larger  re
3. Draft too low • Chimney plugged or restricted,
- inspect and clean
Won't Burn Overnight 1. Air control is set too high • Set air control lower
2. Not enough wood • Unsplit wood is preferred for
overnight burns
3. Draft too high • Excessive chimney height and/or
diameter
4. Poor quality or wet wood • Use good quality, dry wood
Wood Won't Burn 1. Combustion air supply blocked • Check outside air supply for
obstruction
2. Draft too low • Chimney plugged or restricted,
-inspect and clean
• Chimney oversized or otherwise
unsuitable, -consult Dealer
Troubleshooting
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