USING YOUR HEATER
A Few Hints
Overnight Burns
Restarting After an Overnight Burn
Wood should be stacked front to back - with the
ends facing the door - and with space between
them for air to flow around.
The door should remain closed at all times
except when first establishing the fire and when
loading.
There are many factors that can affect the way
your heater burns, including flue height, wood
type, shape, amount, the way it is stacked, wind
conditions and outside air temperatures to name
a few. You will find that before long you will get to
know how your heater works best for you.
Large unsplit logs are the best fuel to use.
Make sure you have a good strong bed of
glowing coals and the heater is hot before
loading the logs.
Place a load of wood on the strong base fire and
coals, shut the door and leave on high for about
30 minutes or until the logs are charred all over.
Turn down to low.
Adjust air control to high.
Rake the hot coals.
Place some kindling and small logs on the coals.
Once the fire is established, start putting on
larger logs.
Removing Ashes
Heaters With Fans
When the ashes are level with the firebox
opening, it s time for a clean out. This should only
be done when the firebox has completely cooled.
Removing hot ashes is hazardous.
Push chunks of charred wood to one side. These
will burn in the next fire, so it would be a shame to
waste them. Using a metal scoop, remove
excess ash and place in a metal container.
You should leave a small amount of ash in the
firebox to provide an insulating base for the next
fire. Rake them over so they form a flat bed.
If your heater is fitted with a fan, the fan should
only be used on high or boost when the air
control is on the maximum setting.
The fan should never be used when the air
setting is on low or overnight setting.
We also recommend not using the fan until 30
minutes after the fire is first lit.
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When disposing of the ashes, keep them in a
metal or other non-combustible container with a
tight fitting lid. Move them outdoors immediately
to an area clear of combustible materials. Do not
place them in plastic receptacles.
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