Pyroclassic Fires Operating Instructions | Updated May 2019 | V4 | 6
REFUELING and using the PYROCLASSIC CURVED ASH RAKE
Refueling should take place only once the flames have died down (almost no visible flames). Use the ember rake if
necessary to evenly distribute the hot embers and ash along the base of the fire chamber, ensuring there is enough hot
ember at the front to provide adequate ignition to the fresh fuel load. Load the fuel so one end of each log is close to the
back wall of the firebox. If you keep your fire burning under the air tubes, this will ensure the maximum amount of heat is
captured within the ceramic cylinder.
Please Note: Only use Pyroclassic Fires tools as using others may cause damage to the cylinder. Always take care not to
heavily impact the ceramic surface.
CONTINUOUS AND OVERNIGHT OPERATION
The Pyroclassic® IV acts as a heat store and small, hot fires store surplus heat in the ceramic cylinder. The unit then
continues heating your home like an electric night storage heater. There are a few simple steps to follow to ensure your
fire burns overnight with a solid ember bed for relighting the next morning. Firstly, make sure you have a hot, glowing
ember bed all the way to the back of the firebox. Load the firebox with larger logs approximately 30 minutes before you
retire. Open the turboslide to boost the air supply to the fresh fuel load if necessary. When hot, bright flames are well
established, close the turboslide. In the morning, rake hot embers out of the ash to the front of the firebox. Remember to
keep the turboslide hole clear to allow air in to rekindle the fire. Add kindling and a few larger pieces on top. With the
turboslide open, you should have a roaring fire in less than 10 minutes. You may not be able to maintain an overnight fire
with softer wood fuel.
THE PYROCLASSIC IS SELF-REGULATING.
The vigorous fire towards the front of the chamber automatically slows down as the burning advances towards the back
of the fire chamber. Each cycle ends with ash and hot ember at the far end of the chamber. The Pyroclassic® is designed
to save on firewood and keep emission levels to a minimum by storing surplus heat in the cylinder, which normally goes
up the flue. This heat is released into the room even when the fire is low at the end of each burn cycle.
USE OF TURBOSLIDE
The turboslide covers a hole that allows start up air to enter quickly into the chamber to
ignite your fire. To open the hole, move the turboslide to the left or right. When your fire is
well established (40 – 60 minutes depending on wood type), slide the turboslide back into
the middle position. Always keep a small area around the very front of the fire chamber free
of ash and embers so the hole is clear and the turboslide can work effectively. Simply push
back the build-up a little with the Pyroclassic curved ash rake.
Please note: The turboslide is to be used only for the initial start-up of fires and to help ignite
fresh fuel if required. By following these instructions, you will enjoy low emissions, high
thermal efficiency and conserve your wood supply. Not following these instructions can
result in higher emissions, damage to the air tubes inside the fire chamber and accelerated
discolouration of your flue pipes.
LOADING FIREWOOD
Do NOT try and insert wood sideways. The orientation of the Pyroclassic’s unique fire chamber ensures you can only
insert firewood lengthwise. Burning wood end to end and along the grain like this is far more efficient than across the
grain.
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