Operation Manual

thus the smoke is not led away in full as usual. Therefore, during such period, you should
operate the fireplace stove with smallest possible quantity of fuel, to allow improving the
firing process and the chimney effect by opening the air inlets in case you need to make
adjustments.
5.6. How to substitute the blind element by the exchanger
With selected models, the warm water exchanger is screwed in the construction of the
heating body. Therefore, when you remove the exchanger, you need to install the so-
called blind element. The blind element serves as a flue conditioner as well. The fireplace
stove modified in this way becomes an air heating device then. The blind element is
supplied as special accessory (detailed instructions for operation and installation provided).
Caution! A fireplace stove equipped with a warm water exchanger must not be
operated without the connection to the warm water distribution system or the water
filled in, or without anti-freezing mixture, respectively.
5.7. Ash removal
Depending on the length and the intensity of the firing process, you need to use a fire hook
or poking lever (if installed with the particular model) in order to knock the ash down the
grate to the ashpan. Monitor the content of the ashpan - do not allow too much ash in
it. Excessive ash may block the air supply under the grate thus causing problems at
fire setting or burning.
Always empty the ashpan when cold. The best approach is to empty the ashpan just before
you start preparing the next fire. Ash from wood may be used for composting or for
fertilizing.
Caution! Before you touch the ashpan to empty it, check it for fire brand. Prevent any
likely fire in the dustbin.
6. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
6.1. Cleaning
The fireplace stove (cold) needs cleaning at least once a year (after the season), or twice
or more (if needed). During the cleaning, you should remove any dirt caught in the smoke
flue, the firing area and on the partitions. Loose parts of the fireclay lining should be
repaired (i.e. replaced). Check the fireclay lining for integrity even during the heating
season. The gaps between the brick shapes are designed for heat dilatation, to avoid brick
cracking. Therefore YOU SHOULD NOT fill any sealing in the gaps (as it used be before
with older heating devices).
Cracked fireclay bricks do not lose the function unless they are completely fallen out
of the position!
In the course of the cleaning procedure, we recommend you to remove all movable
partitions (for easier access in the area above them). To clean the glass, apply standard
cleaning agents designed for cleaning fireplace stove, cooker or oven. Use a soft cloth or
paper, or special agents designed for cleaning fireplace glass, e.g. CINOL. Only clean the
glass when cold. For cleaning the painted surface, never use water: it is recommended to
clean such surface with sponge or soft flannel cloth.
Caution! With selected types of fireplace stove, the vertical side of the firing area is
provided with VERMICULITE. The same material is used for some chimney effect
conditioners. The material is irreparable. In case of any damage, just replace it.
Vermiculate products are characteristic with top heat-insulating parameters and good
resistance to cracking. The resistance to abrasion is somehow lower so it is recommended
to keep this in mind while reloading and cleaning.
6.2. Cleaning the ceramics and tiles
To clean ceramic tiles or tiles, it is recommended to use a dry or slightly wet cloth. Clean
the fireplace stove only while cold.
6.3. Cleaning the warm water exchanger
The exchanger vents require cleaning (when needed). Use the brush (a part of the supply).
Clean the exchanger vents at least once a heating season. The level of dirt depends
especially on the wood moisture and on the operating mode (i.e. economic operation – air
regulators closed).
The exchanger vents are accessible from the area of the firing chamber (alternatively, if
you remove the smoke pipe). If your fireplace stove is equipped with partitions, you need
to remove them.
6.4. Sealing lines and tapes
Contact areas of doors and glass (or other parts of the heating device) are provided with a
special glass-ceramic sealing line (tape) that is resistant to high temperatures. We
recommend you to check the tape for integrity, and have it replaced if necessary.
After some time, any newly installed sealing tape lays flat so it is recommended to check
the tightness (the glass tightly installed in the door construction) after approx. 3 months of
usage. If you find any release, tighten the glass holders (carefully!)
6.5. Spare parts
In case of repair, use only original spare parts recommended by the manufacturer, see
Chapter 10.3 (Recommended spare parts). Identify the spare part with use of the Technical
Card (a part of the supply).
7. WHAT TO DO IF... ...Do you do it yourself?
Problem Cause Corrective action
Chimney or smoke flue sealing
(malfunction, “false” air is being
added).
Contact a chimney sweep (ask them to check the chimney).
For example, new sealing for the chimney door is needed.
Adjust the positions of smoke pipes or replace them if
damaged.
Chimney effect bad or not working Ask the chimney or fireplace stove specialist technician for
inspection to find out the reason and the solution (e.g.
cleaning the chimney, remove the smoke flue reduction
elements, higher chimney, more air in the room, etc.
The door of another heating device
connected to the same chimney is
open
Shut the door
Chimney cleaning holes are open. Close the cleaning holes
Smoke flue elements or other parts
of the heating system are dirty or
clogged
See 6.1. Cleaning
Insufficient fresh air supply
See 4.9.
External combustion air supply
system External combustion air supply system
Worsened weather conditions See 5.5. Operation during temporary period and at
worsened weather conditions
Malfunction (weak fire, weak chimney effect) or
excessive smoke during reloading or during the firing
Wrong type of fuel was used for
burning
Provide proper kind of fuel, see 2.2. Fuel
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