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4. 3 Pre-lighting warning
4.3
Warnings and Pre-lighting checks
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage caused to the stove due to
either the incorrect use or incorrect installation of the stove. We strongly recommend
the use of a qualified and experienced installer. Please read through these warnings
and following information carefully prior to use.
Protecting the stove surface
Your stove has been painted using a high temperature paint, this will give
a long lasting and durable finish after the
paint has cured. The process of curing occurs during the first few times you light the
stove, (see stove paint section).
Care must be taken when handling the stove prior to the first firings. It is at its most vulnerable at this stage. With the
lighter colours, particularly the almond, we recommend you wear clean gloves from unpacking onwards. It is dry
surface clean only, do not
use damp cloths. If you are plastering /decorating in the same room, keep the stove
covered.
Painting flue or stove
If
you wish to touch up your stove or paint your flue pipe to match the stove, please read the stove paint
instructions
before
you begin. All coloured stoves will come with an aerosol of the matching colour.
Fumes
While the stove paint is curing, it will give off fumes. Please ensure you ventilate the room, opening doors and
windows as necessary
.
Smoke emissions
Properly installed and operated the stove will not emit smoke into your home with the exception of the occcasional
smoke from de
-ashing and re-fuelling. Occasionally adverse weather conditions can cause a down-draught, this
should be very occasional. Persistent smoke emission is dangerous and must not be tolerated. If smoke emission
does persist:

Open all doors and windows

Let the fire go out

Check flue or chimney for blockage.
Do not re
-light fire until cause of problem has been rectified. Seek professional help.
Hot surfaces
The surfaces of the appliance are designed to get hot during operation. It is recommended to use a fireguard in the
presence of children or vulnerable adults.
SAFETY
Alarms: It
is a legal requirement to install a Carbon Monoxide and smoke alarm when you install a
solid fuel appliance such as a stove.
Fuel
Only burn
dry seasoned wood
Chimney fire
In the event of a chimney fire close all stove doors and air vents. Evacuate
and phone the fire brigade.
Pre
- Lighting checks

The loading door closes correctly and the rope seals and glass are intact.

All labels and packaging have been removed ( including from the flue system)

Any access points in the flue are closed off.