hi-flame M U LT I F U E L S T O V E S Instruction Manual Hi-Flame Inset Convector Multi Fuel and Wood Burning Non-Boiler Inset Stove Published June 2014 Please note This appliance has been independently tested and is recommended as suitable for use in Smoke Control Areas when burning wood logs (see pages 10-15). It must, at all times, be operated in accordance with the instructions to minimise the amount of smoke produced.
USER INSTALLER WARNING NOTE SAFETY FIRST BS 8303 CODE OF PRACTICE Properly installed, operated and maintained this stove will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Please refer to the current issue of British Standard BS 8303, Code of Practice for installation of domestic heating appliances burning solid mineral fuel. Make Reference to Building Regulations, Local Authority Byelaws and other specifications / regulations as they affect the installation of this appliance. See page 6.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Page General Dimensions 4 Technical Data 5 CPR Declaration of Performance 5 Stove Controls and Features 5 Important Safety Advice 6 Installation Regulations 6 Household Insurance 6 Packing List 7 Inspecting your new stove 7 Removing the Baffle Plates 8 UK Smoke Control Areas 10 Recommended Fuels 10 Prohibited Fuels 11 How different fuel burns 11 Controlling the Combustion Air 11 Burning Wood Logs 12 Burning Mineral Fuels 13 Slumber Burning 14 Removi
GENERAL DIMENSIONS The Hi-Flame Inset Convector Inset should fit within a standard British or Irish fireplace opening (approx 16” x 22”). However, some adjustments to the depth of the fireplace opening may have to be made.
TECHNICAL DATA IMPORTANT GENERAL SPECIFICATION Model Name Hi-Flame Inset Convector Model Number HF5902 Dimensions (mm): Facia H620 W480 D52 Dimensions (mm): Firebox Ext H557 W406 D350 Net Weight 89 kg Gross Weight (packed) 101 kg In the interests of safety please read these instructions carefully before installing or operating your new stove. Even if you have installed or operated stoves before, remember manufacturer’s requirements can vary and can also change with updates to building regulations.
IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE INSTALLATION REGULATIONS • 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 and NI Building Regulations.
PACKING LIST INSPECTING YOUR NEW STOVE 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 that you bought the stove from. Your new inset stove is extremely heavy. Adequate facilities must be available for its safe loading, unloading and site handling. Always handle with care and make sure that you have additional strong help when you move it.
REMOVING THE BAFFLE PLATES Regular checking of both baffle plates will ensure that the stove’s flueway stays clear of soot to ensure continued safe and efficient operation. If you have never owned a stove before it is important to understand how critical this aspect of operating a stove is. As stated previously it is best to familiarise yourself with removing the baffle plates before the stove is installed.
Inspect both baffle plates for signs of damage and if necessary use a light wire brush to clean them. There should be no need to remove the rear firebrick. 3 Removing the Lower Baffle Plate Check and thoroughly clean the flueway (the flue outlet). If soot and other deposits, such as creosote tar, are extensive then you will need to urgently review your choice of fuel. This could be because of wet or unseasoned wood which causes creosote or soot-producing bituminous house coal – see pages 12 and 13).
UK SMOKE CONTROL AREAS then the longer the seasoning. It should be stacked off the ground with plenty of space between the logs to allow air movement and with the top covered to keep rain and snow out. Seasoned wood will give you approximately 50% more heat output than the equivalent unseasoned log. The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the whole or part of the district of the Authority to be a Smoke Control Area.
• Multi Fuels (Other than wood or peat). Only burn Authorised Smokeless Solid Fuels in a Smoke Control Area. Use solid fuels which are recommended and approved for use in stoves. through the bottom grate which is known as Primary Air, whereas wood fuel works much better when its combustion air is taken from above the grate. This source of air is known as Secondary Air. Wood always burns best on a bed of its own embers and the ashes shouldn’t need to be riddled.
BURNING WOOD LOGS it must not be operated with the door left open except as directed in the following instructions. As previously stated wood burns best on a bed of its own embers which also forms a barrier that reflects heat and protects the fire grate from being damaged. You can therefore leave a bed of ash in place to create a layer of approximately 25mm (1”), only occasionally removing the surplus ash from the grate.
When flue gas temperatures are below 120°C, creosote tars form within the gases and the fire will be smoky and burn with a dull orange flame. Burning the stove like this for a sustained period will create unnecessary smoke, acidic condensates and tars and will not be good for the chimney or flue system. Once the embers of the first refuel phase are glowing then these can be evenly spread with a poker or companion tool and the main larger refuelling wood can be quickly set.
prevent nuisance smoke and sooty deposits. BURNING MINERAL FUELS Never overfill the fire chamber and also avoid over-sized pieces of wood which will ‘slow’ the fire down at the start but then could lead to over-firing. Only use approved smokeless fuels. You can find out more about these by visiting the Hetas website (www.hetas.co.uk) or the Defra website (www.smokecontrol.defra.gov.uk/fuels).
SLUMBER BURNING REMOVING ASH The Hi-Flame Inset Convector is designed to allow ‘slow’ or ‘slumber’ burning without creating the nuisance smoke normally associated with ‘starving’ the fuel load of combustion air. 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. Riddling allows mineral fuel ash to fall into the collection pan below the fire bed to help maintain a flow of Primary combustion air to the fuel.
INSTALLATION CHECK-LIST • Any adjacent walls, next to which a stove is installed, must be of a suitable thickness, made of non-combustible material and must conform to all applicable building regulations. This information is intended to outline the general principles of installing your inset stove.
INSTALLATION: GENERAL GUIDELINES Inset Stove Fireplace Opening Please refer specifically to current local, national and European building regulations and adopt whichever provides the safest margin. Your Hi-Flame Inset Convector has been designed to fit relatively easily within a 16” x 22” standard builders’ fireplace opening with the pre-cast fire back removed. Some adjustment may have to be made to accommodate the depth of the stove.
checked for condition and suitability (see below), in the interests of safety you must ensure that it is swept before the stove is installed, even if it has never been used or you intend to use a flexible liner. To find a local registered sweep visit The National Association of Chimney Sweeps at www.nacs.org.uk or the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps at www.guildofmasterchimneysweeps.co.uk.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Remove fire grate to access base fixing holes Fixing the stove to the hearth Firstly, remove the baffle plates, fire grate and carrier frame from inside the stove because you will need access to the flueway (to attach the flue collar) and the stove base (to anchor the stove body to the hearth). This will also make the stove lighter and easier to make the minute adjustments for its final position. See pages 8 and 9.
temperature – this will be with a completely burning fuel load and could take around 30 minutes, however it cannot be rushed. Check that smoke or any other combustion products do not enter the room during this stage. Please see the note on paint fumes. See ‘Important: First Fires’ page 20. Also ensure that the Primary and Secondary Air controls are all fully operational. 5 Safe Operation Explain the safe operation of the stove to the user and the importance of using the correct fuel types.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING permanently damage or warp your stove and its components. The effects of over-firing are fairly obvious to anyone in the stove industry and will invalidate your Hi-Flame Warranty. Check the stove and the flue system for signs of damage before you re-use the stove.
• Causes: Extreme weather conditions High winds or extremes of temperature can also temporarily affect the performance of the chimney draught and consequently its effectiveness in removing smoke and fumes from the stove’s fire chamber. In the case of freezing temperatures it is important to build a larger pre-fire than normal to quickly provide the additional heat needed to warm the flue system and to counteract the much lower temperatures at the exit point of the chimney.
GLASS STAINING OR BLACKENING STANDING DOWN 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. There will be some point in the year when you will not need to use your stove for a considerable time and taking care to clean it thoroughly then will save you much time later.
with heat-resistant paint and is very easy to maintain. Regularly remove ash and dust from surfaces with a soft cloth or brush. To maintain the original paint finish you can use traditional ‘stove black’ polish which your Hi-Flame dealer can supply. Make sure the stove is cold and always protective gloves as this type of polish can cause deep staining to the skin and fingernails. sweep visit www.guildofmasterchimneysweeps.co.uk or www.nacs.org.uk.
THE HI-FLAME WARRANTY What the Hi-Flame Warranty covers VERY IMPORTANT: • Bodywork • Doors, Door Handles and Door Hinges • Flue collar • Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Air Controls • Ash Pan and Multi-Purpose Tool • External Riddler Control This stove has been CE EN13229 tested in the UK to ensure that it meets strict constructional, performance and safety standards.
HI-FLAME SPARE PARTS Fire Grate and Riddling Bar In the interests of safety, only ever use genuine Hi-Flame replacement components. Once you have identified the component you need this will be readily available from your authorised Hi-Flame dealer.
ANNUAL SERVICE Thoroughly clean the stove glass on both sides using a proprietary glass cleaner. In the interests of safety it is important that your Hi-Flame Inset Convector is serviced annually as outlined below. This should be carried out by a qualified person such as your original approved installer, a Hetas or INFO registered installer or Hi-Flame dealer. Door Seal Check that this makes an air-tight seal and replace if necessary.
hi-flame M U LT I F U E L S T O V E S A NOTE ABOUT BUILDING CONTROL AND HETAS 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. Hetas (www.hetas.co.
