ARTE BOX - Tips and Tricks for Stove Operation

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9.5 Leaving the stove for extended periods
IMPORTANT: If the stove is to be left unused for any period of time, clean it out thoroughly and leave the air
control slightly open to allow airflow. Make sure that the flue does not allow rainwater to come anywhere
near the stove; install a chimney cap, but do not block off the flue completely.
These measures should ensure there is a slight movement of air through the stove, and that the body of the
stove remains dry, right into the corners.
Any ash left within an unfired stove can attract moisture like blotting paper. If moisture is allowed to settle
within the stove, rust will form. Rust expands as it takes a grip. This can lead to undue pressure on the stove
joints, and this in turn may result in damage to the stove.
NOTE: It is best to thoroughly clean the stove after the heating season has concluded. Adding a dessicant,
such as kitter litter, into the combustion chamber helps absorb moisture during the summer months. Be
sure to remove this prior to the heating season.
Your specialized dealer will be pleased to assist you with
any further questions you may have.
11. DIMENSIONS
BOX WOOD STOVE
We hope you have many years of carefree warmth with ARTE
®
wood
stove. Some initial experimentation with loading and running tech-
niques will decide your normal routine. If you have any problems
after this short learning phase, please refer to your stove dealer.
Should they be unable to help for any reason, please contact us in
writing at the address on the front of this publication.
10. TIPS & TRICKS
Wood does not ignite when stove is fired; fire just smoulders away; fire extinguishes:
> Open combustion air slide
> Kindling unsuitable
> Wood too damp
> Firewood too thick
> Too much ash in the combustion chamber
Heavy shooting in the firing chamber; heavy sooting on the window:
> Open combustion air slide
> Too little wood
> Firewood damp or too thick
Smoke escapes from the stove:
> assure adequate extraction in the chimney, light pilot fire
> provide for adequate supply of air