Specifications

Hercules Boiler Model 18
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.
c) Check for flue or chimney blockage and clean if required.
d) Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause of the fume emission has
been identified and corrected. If necessary seek expert advice.
Use of fireguard
When using the stove in situations where children, aged and/or infirm persons are
present a fireguard must be used to prevent accidental contact with the stove. The
fireguard should be manufactured in accordance with BS 6539.
Aerosol sprays
Do not use an aerosol spray on or near the stove when it is alight.
Use of operating tools
Always use the operating tools provided when handling parts likely to be hot when
the stove is in use.
Chimney Fires
If the chimney is thoroughly and regularly swept, chimney fires should not occur.
However, if a chimney fire does occur turn the air control setting to the minimum,
and tightly close the doors of the stove. This should cause the chimney fire to go
out in which case the control should be kept at the minimum setting until the fire in
the stove has gone out. The chimney and flueways should then be cleaned. If the
chimney fire does not go out when the above action is taken then the fire brigade
should be called immediately.
After a chimney fire the chimney should be carefully examined for any damage.
Expert advice should be sought if necessary
Cleaning the Stove and Summer Shutdown
Only clean the stove when cold. To clean the glass, either use an oven cleaning fluid
or dip a wet cloth in the wood ash (not coal ash – this will scratch the glass) and
gently rub clean. The outside can be cleaned with a soft brush. Use a lint free cloth if
necessary but test an area first. Do not use abrasive cleaners as this will remove the
paint and may leave a chalky deposit. Under no circumstances use a yellow duster as
the fibres will stick to the rough surface of the stove and will produce a pungent
odour next time the stove is used! If the stove has a period of non-use leave the
primary and secondary air controls in the open position to allow ventilation through
the stove. The side and rear baffles can be easily removed and are not fixed. Lift the
side baffle clear of the grate with both hands and then tilt the bottom of the plate
into the stove. At the same time lower it to the grate floor. Repeat with the other
side. The rear plate will lift out. The throat plate baffles are held in a cradle and will
slide out for inspection and cleaning. Remove them to sweep the chimney. Replace
all removed parts before using the stove.