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4 - LIGHTING UP AND USE
Important at first start: may come off a few drops of
condensed water from the stove, produced by the
humidity of the environment where the stove was
stored.
It is very important that the first time the heater is lit,
it is done so slowly.
This is for the following reasons:
•Stabilise cast iron parts.
•Harden the joint sealant putty. Advise:
•We recommend that the first loads of fuel be small.
•To generate draw, heat the chimney by introducing
some burning paper in the gap between the front
and the deflector, directing it toward the chimney.
•While lighting for the first time, ensure the room
where the heater is located is well ventilated as the
paint work may let off some fumes.
•Keep the stove on for a few hours at this intensity.
•IMPORTANT! The total height of the fire load
should not exceed 50% of the height of the
combustion chamber.
•The heater must be closed at all times during
combustion to prevent smoke from leaking out.
Only open to add fuel.
Daily use
After lighting up for the first time, your heater will be
ready for daily use.
Your heat requirements will be obtained based on the
frequency and the amount of firewood you load.
When your heater is cold, we recommend lighting it
up slowly.
Overheating.
Overheating means that you have operated your
heater at a excessively high temperatures for a long
period of time. This can damage your appliance and,
therefore, it is a situation that must be avoided.
Overheating is the result of excessive draw, due to any
of the following reasons:
•The Primary Air Valve is excessively open for the
type of wood being used.
•The chimney is too big.
•Improper maintenance of the stove, which may
result in air infiltration.
•Inappropriate fuel that produces high
temperatures.
•Door not closed correctly.
ATTENTION!
During the operation of the stove, the ash pan cover
must be perfectly positioned to seal the fire box.
Any uncontrolled intake of air produces overheating
that can damage the stove.
HEATERS WITH ENAMEL IN MAJOLICA VERY
IMPORTANT!
In the case of stoves enamelled in Majolica, it is
normal for slight fissures to appear in the glazing,
providing the product with its characteristic
appearance, once the heater is lit.
However, in the event of uncontrolled overheating,
these fissures caused by the different expansion
levels of the cast iron and the Majolica enamel with
vitreous components, can cause the enamel to chip.
To avoid this inconvenience, control combustion and
never overheat the heater.
INDUSTRIAS HERGÓM S.L. may not be held liable
for the deterioration of the stove’s enamel if these
instructions are not followed.
