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Villager A Series - User Manual

Villager A Series
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For the warmest of welcomes
OWNERS MANUAL
A comprehensive guide to the installation, assembly, operation
and maintenance for all Villager woodburning stoves
‘A RANGE
‘B’ RANGE
‘C’ RANGE
FLATMATE
KITCHENER
ELITE RANGE
BERKLEY RANGE
BAYSWATER RANGE
CHELSEA SOLO/DUO
and all Villager Multi-Fuel Stoves
approved
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Summary

SECTION 1 Important Information

Installation Compliance and Safety

Guidance on installation standards, installer responsibilities, asbestos awareness, fire cement handling, and chimney requirements.

Hearth, Location, and Flue Connections

Specifications for hearth, stove location, flue pipe connection, and chimney requirements.

Clearances, Ventilation, and Heat Output

Minimum clearances, ventilation needs, and nominal heat output ratings for Villager stoves.

SECTION 2 Stove Installation

Stove Assembly and Components

Instructions for unpacking, assembling legs, fitting flue collar, and identifying stove components.

Model-Specific Assembly Instructions

Detailed steps for assembling firebricks for 'A', 'BH/BL', 'C', Berkley, and Bayswater/Chelsea/Elite models.

Internal Fittings and Final Checks

Fitting the baffle plate, log retainer, grate assembly, and final commissioning checks.

SECTION 3 Lighting and Maintenance

First Time Lighting and Safety Precautions

Guide to lighting the stove for the first time, paint curing, fume emission warnings, and general safety.

Chimney Fire Prevention and Response

Information on preventing chimney fires and procedures to follow if a fire occurs.

Routine Maintenance and Cleaning

Details on regular maintenance, cleaning baffle plates, chimneys, glass, and adjusting door latches.

Glass and Gasket Replacement

Instructions for replacing stove glass, door seals, and adjusting door latches.

SECTION 4 Operating the Stove

Stove Controls and Airflow Management

Explanation of stove controls, operating tool, and air vent functions for different stove models.

Lighting Procedures and Fuel Efficiency

Step-by-step guide to lighting the stove and advice on efficient fuel usage.

Fuel Types and Burning Recommendations

Guidance on recommended and unsuitable fuels, log sizes, and burning techniques for wood and solid fuel.

Ash Removal and Extended Shutdown

Procedures for ash removal, shutting down the stove for extended periods, and fuel advice.

The Last Word

Concluding Remarks and Feedback

Final thoughts from the manufacturer and invitation for user feedback and queries.

Villager Guarantee Information

Guarantee Coverage and Validation

Details on the three-year 'Fireguard' guarantee, what it covers, and how to validate it.

Guarantee Terms and Exclusions

Specifics on what the guarantee covers, items not covered, and important notes on installation.

Useful Contact Information

Key Support Contacts

Contact details for dealers, HETAS, SFA, installers, and chimney sweeps for support.

Villager A Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVillager
ModelA Series
CategoryWood stove
LanguageEnglish

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