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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY
Creosote/Tar Build-up in Firebox
and on Flue Pathways
Insufficient flue draught Seek professional chimney advice
Moisture content of fuel too high Ensure fuel is sufficiently dry
Fuel excessively dirty Use smokeless fuel
Air controls set to minimum settings Constant low burning can produce
excessive soot
Smells From Stove/Installation Final cure of the painted surfaces on
initial firings
This odour is unpleasant but not toxic. It
is best advised to ventilate the room and
leave unoccupied.
Incorrect sealant used All flue Joints must be sealed with fire
cement only
Flue gather not cleaned prior to
installation
Soot deposits on existing fireplace/flue
gather could possibly burn off when the
unit & the surrounding area is heated up.
Inefficient flue draught Seek professional chimney advice
Water In Base Of Stove Condensation on light up It is acceptable to have a little condensa-
tion on start up, when the fire is
established condensation should not be
present
Moisture content of fuel too high Use seasoned wood logs
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