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6.0 Operating Instructions
The first fire ay produce odors fro the paint. If possible light and aintain a s all fire for a couple of
hours, this will allow the paint to cure better.
6.1 Always use paper, firelighters or finely split dry soft wood kindling to start a fire. Never use fla able
liquid or aerosols and do not burn treated or painted wood, plywood, MDF or particleboard, as well as
household rubbish, garden waste, plastics, waste oils, paint or construction or de olition waste ust
never be burnt. So e kind of preservative-treated wood can be hazardous. It is reco ended to use dry
wood or charcoal only.
6.2 Always be careful not to overload the fire, as this can result in over firing and logs falling out the front and
cause a fire hazard.
6.3 If you need to extinguish a fire quickly, s other it with loose soil or sand. Avoid using water, except in
e ergencies, as this ay lead to the develop ent of rust, if not dried co pletely. Never leave a lit fire
unattended.
6.4 Do not place the baking plate directly over fla es, wait until the fire has burnt down to e bers or use
charcoal.
7.0 Maintenance
The ash pan should be re oved and cleaned out before it is full to the bri . To get access to the ash pan
first re ove the fascia (see correct operation). Ensure the pan and ashes are cool before handling.
7.1 It is very i portant that the flue is swept and cleaned for soot to reduce the risk of a chi ney fire and to
ensure the perfor ance of the fireplace. This should be done at least once a year, as soot can build up
quickly. Cold cli ate and burning of green or wet ti ber, increasing soot buildup.
7.2 To keep the fire clean, sweep the firebox with a soft cloth when the firebox is cool. Never try to clean the
firebox or fascia when they are hot. Cleaning the firebox in the end of the season and spraying with high
te perature Stove bright paint will extend the life of your firebox. Ensure all surfaces are perfectly
cleaned before applying paint. Also to extend the life of the firebox keep it clean at all ti es.
8.0 Cleaning the Fascia
The fascia ust be cold before starting any for of cleaning.
For cleaning a stainless steel fascia, the following products are reco ended; 3M Stainless steel cleaner,
or ethylated spirits with a clean cloth
For cleaning the powder coated Fascia, use soapy water and a sponge or a clean cloth.
