I Installa ation an nd Ope eration Manual Hercules 12, 20, 30 Boiler Models M s Multti Fuel Stove S Tested to EN 13240 THIS APP PLIANCE MUST BE IN NSTALLED AND A COMM MISSIONED D BY A FUL LLY QUALIFIED ENGINEER. DIY INSTALLAT I TIONS ARE E NOT REC COGNISED IN TH HE GUARA ANTEE RE EAD AND D FOLLO OW THE INSTALLATION AND OP PERATIN NG INSTRU UCTION NS FULLY Y. Failure e to com mply with these require ements may m void d the wa arranty.
HERCULES MULTIFUEL SAFETY BOILER STOVE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Thank You May we take this opportunity to thank you for choosing a Hercules, cast iron Multi-fuel Boiler stove. Please take time to read this manual and follow the guidelines on how to install and operate your new stove, as we feel sure it will enable you to use it to its best advantage for many years. The term multi-fuel refers to the fact that the appliance is capable of burning both wood and coal.
INSTALLATION OF STOVE These instructions cover the basic principles to ensure the satisfactory installation of the stove, although detail may need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions. In all cases the installation must comply with current Building Regulations, Local Authority Byelaws and other specifications or regulations as they affect the installation of the stove.
Additional Air A permanent air entry opening or openings with a total free area of at least 550mm2 per Kw of appliance rated output above 5Kw. If a flue draught stabiliser is used, extra ventilation will be required. There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the stove as this can cause the stove to emit fumes into the room.
Chimney This appliance must not be fitted into a chimney serving another heating appliance. It is most important that there is no obstruction in the flue or chimney. Please ensure that any existing chimney is clear of obstruction and swept clean immediately before installation of the stove. If the chimney has been used for an open fire it is recommended that it be swept for a second time having been used for a month following installation.
S SUMMARY Y OF FLUE PROBLEMS Figu ure 1 – Sum mmary of flu ue problemss The e chimney should be e insulated d and be a minimum of 4.5m h high to ach hieve suffic cient draw w. If there are any be ends in the flue a higher chim mney may y be required. In alll cases loca cal building g regulatio ons must b be satisfied ed. If flued from the top off the stove e the flue pipe p must rise vertic cally a min nimum of 600mm 6 be efore any bends b to ensure e ade equate dra aw.
Figure 1b Hercules Boiler Model 7
Connection to Chimney Flue A single wall metal fluepipe is suitable for connecting the stove to the chimney but is not suitable for using for the complete chimney. It is important that the connection between the stove spigot and the flue pipe is effectively sealed with heat resistant fire cement and/ or glass fibre rope to prevent harmful gases leaking into the room.
Boiler Connections All boiler models are fitted with 4 connections for piping. These connections are 1 ½ Inch BSP and are a female thread. It is possible to only use 2 of these connections, however opposite angles must be used – For example Flow top right, return bottom left. The 2 excess connections can then be capped off.
Fit the Front Plate Offer the vertically recessed rope seals to the leading edges of the Boiler Unit (the top edge of the Top Plate should be about 50mm above the top edge of the Boiler Unit) and allow the Front Plate to slide down until the catches engage with the pins located on the Boiler Unit. To ensure that the Front Plate has been securely located place a woodblock on the top edge of the Front Plate and apply a sharp tap with a lump hammer to the woodblock.
Commission/Handover Ensure loose parts are fitted in accordance with the instructions for “Assembly” given above. On completion of the installation allow a suitable period of time for any fire cement and mortar to dry out, when a small fire may be lit and checked to ensure the smoke and fumes are taken from the stove up the chimney and emitted safely to atmosphere. Do not run at full output for at least 24 hours.
OPERATION OF STOVE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE STOVE It is very important not to leave the stove running with the doors open. This allows far too much air into the stove causing the fire to burn excessively hot and will severely damage the stove. MAINTAINANCE REQUIREMENTS The product you have purchased is a working appliance. It is important that routine maintenance is carried out to ensure its longevity.
Ash Pan The ash pans can be removed using the double end of the poker which fits under the top lip of the ash pan. Care must be exercised when opening the doors as the handle and this part of the stove will be very hot. Use the glove provided. Do not put hot ashes into anything other than a metal container unless you know the ashes are cold. Ash pan removal is best done when either the contents of the ash pan have cooled or the stove is out, as some red hot coals can be covered by the ash and may be unseen.
The tertiary air control The tertiary air control, or afterburner control, is used to burn the smoky fumes and volatile gasses that would normally be lost up the chimney. Because of the lack of oxygen within these gasses, they would not burn any more. When the tertiary air control is used, additional heat will be generated.
Permanent air vent The stove requires a permanent and adequate air supply in order for it to operate safely and efficiently. In accordance with current Building Regulations the installer should have fitted a permanent air supply vent into the room in which the stove is installed to provide combustion air. This air vent should not under any circumstances be shut off or sealed.
NON RECOMMENDED FUELS • Wood off cuts and building materials must not be used as fuel at any time. Off cuts can contain chemicals etc that accelerate the burn rate or produce excessive tar deposits and on some occasions harmful gases. The fuels below are suitable for open fires and therefore are not recommended to burn in a closed appliance.
Burning Solid Fuel Solid fuel needs a flow of air for combustion though the bottom of the grate. Wood does not require this and will readily burn on a bed of ash with a flow of air over the top. Use the single end of the poker provided to push the ash and debris through the grate before refuelling. This will allow the passage of air and prevent the grate from clogging. Make sure there is sufficient hot fuel left to allow the fire to pick up once refuelling has occurred.
WARNING NOTE Properly installed, operated and maintained this appliance will not emit fumes into the dwelling. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and re-fuelling may occur. However persistent fume emission is potentially dangerous and must not be tolerated. If fume emission does persist, the following immediate actions should be taken:a) Open doors and windows to ventilate the room. b) Let the fire out or eject and safely dispose of fuel from the appliance.
Trouble-Shooting 1. Smoke comes out of the stove when the loading door is opened. • • The chimney cavity into which the flue pipe has been installed may be less than the minimum requirement. Deposits (soot) may have built up in the chimney and be restricting the flow of waste products. This flow rate is known as the ‘draw’. 2. The Stove does not produce the expected heat into the room.
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ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD INSTALLATION DATE OF APPLIANCE: 1ST YEAR SERVICE completion date: SERVICE ENGINEER: COMPANY NAME: COMPANY ADDRESS: . REG. No. . . POSTCODE: CONTACT NUMBER 2ND YEAR SERVICE completion date: SERVICE ENGINEER: COMPANY NAME: COMPANY ADDRESS: . . REG. No. . . POSTCODE: 3RD YEAR SERVICE completion date: SERVICE ENGINEER: COMPANY NAME: COMPANY ADDRESS: . . REG. No. . . POSTCODE: 4TH YEAR SERVICE completion date: SERVICE ENGINEER: COMPANY NAME: COMPANY ADDRESS: . . REG. No. . .
LIMITED WARRANTY This appliance must be installed and commissioned by a fully qualified, registered engineer. A “Declaration of completion Certificate” must be obtained for the installation and retained by the end user. Failure to comply with these requirements may void your warranty. You, as the end user, have a contract by law with the supplier / dealer from whom you purchased the product.