The A LPHA Collection Instruction Manual Model AL357i-B Alpha Inset Boiler Multi Fuel and Wood Burning Inset Boiler Stove Published September 2012 Please note This appliance has been independently CE tested and approved for the burning of wood and multi fuels and must, at all times, be used in accordance with these instructions to ensure safe and efficient operation. You will need to refer to the serial number of your stove should you ever need to make a claim under the Alpha Warranty.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Page General Dimensions 4 General Specifications 5 Replacement Consumables 5 Standard Features 5 Important Safety Advice 6 Boiler Stoves: Specific Safety Issues 6 Health and Safety 7 Building Control and Hetas 7 Installation Regulations 7 UK Smoke Control Areas 8 Buildings Insurance 8 Packing List 8 Assembling the Stove 9 Thank-you for purchasing the Alpha Inset Boiler stove.
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GENERAL SPECIFICATION RECOMMENDED FUELS Alpha Inset Boiler Model Name AL357i-B Model Number Maximum Wood Fuel Load H605 W490 D 95 Dimensions (mm): Facia 3.6 kg (approx 8 lb) 275 mm (11”) Maximum Log Length Dimensions (mm): Firebox External H515 W380 D175 Or Approved Smokeless Fuels (www.solidfuel.co.uk) 109 kg Net Weight <20% Wood Logs: Moisture content Maximum Mineral Fuel Load 3.
IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE BOILER STOVE SYSTEMS – SPECIFIC SAFETY ISSUES • Ensure that an approved carbon monoxide detector (BS EN50291:2001) is fitted in the same room as the stove. It should be powered by a battery designed for the working life of the alarm. Please note this is now a requirement under UK Building Regulations. • This stove requires a dedicated non-closable air vent of the appropriate size for its maximum heat output and this should be located in the same room as the stove.
BUILDING CONTROL AND HETAS comply with local water authority regulations in order to safeguard water quality and public health – see page 7. In the United Kingdom most installations of solid fuel and wood burning appliances and systems are subject to the requirements of Building Regulations. These regulations must be observed and such installations need to be notified to the relevant Local Authority Building Control department by law.
PACKING LIST Isle of Man Building Regulations (2007) – Isle of Man www.gov.im As soon as you receive your new stove please check that you have a full set of components as set out in the list below. In the unlikely event of a shortage, please report this immediately to the dealer you bought the stove from. Never attempt to operate the stove with missing or damaged components. Republic of Ireland Approved Document J – Heat Producing Appliances www.environ.
ASSEMBLING THE STOVE acid content of certain mineral fuels. Your new inset boiler stove is extremely heavy. Always handle with care and make sure that you have additional strong help when you move it. Should it not be possible to fit a liner then in the interests of safety another means of being able to clean the flue system and top of the stove, for example a soot box, should be created in the chimney.
REMOVING THE BAFFLE PLATE inevitably be some sooty debris removed with the baffle. When the stove and boiler are cold, simply put your hand inside the ‘roof’ of the fire chamber and push upwards. This will release the plate which should then be pulled forward slightly and dropped down on one side to clear the fixed retainers ready for inspection and cleaning.
RECOMMENDED FUELS • Unpleasant smoky smells both inside and sometimes outside the house Please note If you live in a UK Smoke Control Area you must only burn approved smokeless fuels.
• Petroleum Coke Never burn petroleum coke as this burns at a very high temperature and its continued use will almost certainly cause irreparable damage to components such as the grate, baffle plate and fire bars. The stove is not designed to be operated with the door left open continuously – this will reduce its operating efficiency and it will consume more fuel very quickly and produce less heat.
and other factors such as the fuel type, the system set-up and the pump flow speed. Finding the right setting(s) will be a matter of trial and error as well as personal preference. For example the Thermostat Control, can sometimes be used for simultaneous control of both the water temperature and the burn rate of a mineral fuel load by shutting of both the Secondary Air and the Primary Air. the ash pan get over-filled.
1 The Lighting Phase For best results: Primary Air (bottom control) – fully open Secondary Air (top control) – fully open Thermostat Control – fully open (8) Door – slightly ajar (optional) ‘play off’. For example a single dense piece of wood or log will not burn as well as 2 or 3 smaller logs of equivalent mass. The more contact the wood has with each other piece, the hotter the embers will be.
Regular, smaller loads are better because they keep the fire chamber at a higher temperature, without over-firing it. The higher operating temperature helps prevent nuisance smoke and sooty deposits. We therefore recommend burning your Alpha Inset Boiler on high output for at least 30 minutes each day to help burn off any potential soot or creosote buildup – but be careful not to over-fire the stove.
additional fuel (but not too much so that it ‘kills’ the mineral fuel that’s already alight), until there is a good bed of burning fuel. Avoid stacking too much fuel against the back and sides of the boiler as this could potentially overheat the stove’s components and cause permanent damage. Ideally, when fully burning the fuel load should look like a shallow dome. achieve the correct balance of combustion air for your stove and flue system draught.
REMOVING ASH INSTALLATION CHECK-LIST Remember, you do not need to riddle wood ash during firing, but possibly only at the start when some Primary Air is needed to aid the initial combustion. This information is intended to outline the general principles of installing your inset stove.
• The chimney has been swept and tested prior to installation. of 225mm (9”) from the front of the stove (which includes the edge of the ash lip). As a general rule it is best to extend the hearth to at least 75mm (3”) beyond the furthest out-swing of the stove door if possible to avoid any potential live ash held on the inset door falling on to combustible flooring or floor coverings.
• Where possible once the stove position has been settled upon any significant gaps along the side and back of the inset stove should be filled with a suitable inert material such as rockwool. A vermiculite and cement mix (6 parts vermiculite to 1 part cement) can be used for filling large spaces – but under no circumstances should it be packed against the stove sides or pipework thus limiting the potential for the stove to be accessed or easily removed at some later point.
The British Flue and Chimney Manufacturers Association website, accessed through www.feta.co.uk/bfcma, produces an authoritative and informative download Yellow Guide to solid fuel flues and chimneys. The most common problem with link up systems is a failure to understand the existing system which may have faults which are then exacerbated by the new link.
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High and low limit thermostats the run is no further than 300mm (12”) away from the 22mm gravity circuit. No thermostatic or manually adjusted valves should be fitted to the heat leak radiator to ensure that it can never be shut down.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Securely attach the liner to the spigot plate using selftapping screws and the three pre-drilled screw holes in the spigot. Seal the joint with fire cement and / or fire rope before you finally position and fix it to the top of the inset boiler stove. Fire Cement Always read the Fire Cement manufacturer’s instructions first. Prolonged contact with fire cement and skin should be avoided. Protective gloves and glasses should be worn when applying fire cement.
1 Base fixing 2 Front fixing Firstly, remove the ash pan, log bar and firegrate. You will then see a pre-drilled hole in the centre of the base of the stove. There are also two additional pre-drilled fixing holes on either side of the stove fire chamber opening that can be used to attach the stove to the fireplace (see below). Lift the Fire Fence upwards and remove Carefully position the stove within the fireplace opening and mark the two holes on to the fireplace front.
COMMISSIONING 6 Legal Requirements Explain the householder’s legal requirement to use an approved fireguard whenever children (or the elderly and the infirm) are likely to be in the vicinity of the stove. If the installation is in a designated Smoke Control Area then also explain the householder’s responsibility only to use approved smokeless fuels. 1 Internal Parts Confirm that all internal parts of the stove are correctly fitted, including the baffle plate.
SYSTEM BALANCE TROUBLE-SHOOTING With all wood burning and multi fuel boiler stoves, given their particular heat cycle and the natural gravity fed flow, it is extremely important that the radiators are balanced to ensure an efficient distribution of heat as well as an even heat balance from one radiator to the next. The idea is to reduce the flow to the hottest radiators so that more hot flow is available to heat the coolest ones.
STOVE, FLUE OR OTHER COMPONENTS GLOWING RED • Causes: Inadequate supply of combustion air Check that any permanent air vent fitted to supply the extra combustion air required for the stove has not been accidentally blocked. Remember there should never be an extractor fan in the same room as a stove. A simple way of checking whether or not the stove is receiving enough combustion air is to open a window in the same room as the stove whilst the stove is operating.
from the stove, they should only ever be specified, fitted and subsequently tested by an approved installer. will provide limited heat output. Check that any permanent air vent fitted to supply the extra combustion air required for the stove has not been accidentally blocked. Remember there should never be an extractor fan in the same room as a stove. • Causes: Fuel The fuel itself may be of poor quality.
is seasoned and dry, then burning the stove at very high temperature for a short period after a long slow burn will usually burn off any sooty deposits. Glass can be cleaned easily if it is undertaken regularly and the deposits are not allowed to build up. A proprietary stove glass spray or gel is strongly recommended. balanced) your radiators and there is still a lack of heat then the chances are that your radiators will be full of sludge.
ROUTINE CHECKS REGULAR MAINTENANCE During routine checks if you notice anything wrong with your stove then it should be rectified immediately. Never use a stove that you know is not fully functioning – this includes flue components. • Baffle Plate and Flue Way During the heating season check the flue way and baffle plate at least once a month to start with and remove any soot deposits. Should these be excessive then have your chimney and flue cleaned.
Remove the screws and glass clamp washers from each corner and place them in a safe place. Note the gasket spacers on the top corners. Do not attempt to re-tighten the clamps without these spacers. Always use the correct sized Phillips crosshead screwdriver and use releasing oil if the screws prove difficult to remove. Be careful not to dislodge the ribbon seal. If this is damaged or worn replace it completely. Loose ribbon can be held in place with rope seal glue available from your dealer.
ALPHA WARRANTY incidental or consequential damage claims of any nature whatsoever arising from the non-conformance of the stove under the terms of the manufacturer’s warranty. These include loss of profit, commercial losses, transport costs and damage during transport, costs in connection with any dismantling and reassembling of the stove and its installation components. Your new stove has been CE tested in the UK to ensure that it meets strict constructional, performance and safety standards.
ANNUAL SERVICE External Bodywork All external surfaces should be dusted with a soft cloth or light brush. In the interests of safety it is important that your Alpha Inset Boiler stove is serviced on an annual basis in accordance with the instructions outlined below. This should be carried out by a suitably qualified person such as your original approved installer, a Hetas or INFO registered installer or your authorised Alpha dealer.
SYSTEM NOTES AND SETTINGS For future reference include a basic drawing of the system and notes on the circulation pump and system thermostat settings etc as well as their location and the location of the system drain point.
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