Classic Cast Iron Stove COTTAGER II PART NO: 6910110 USER GUIDE GC0610
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Classic Cast Iron Stove. Before attempting to install or use the stove, please read this manual throughout and follow the instructions carefully. Thoroughly familiarise yourself with this stove & it’s operation in order to ensure the safety of yourself and others around you. Henceforth, you can look forward to the stove giving you long and satisfactory service.
INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT WARNING! AN ACCREDITED HEATING ENGINEER MUST CARRY OUT THE INSTALLATION OF THIS STOVE. ALTERNATIVELY, SHOULD A NONACCREDITED ENGINEER UNDERTAKE THE INSTALLATION, YOUR LOCAL BUILDING CONTROL OFFICER WILL BE REQUIRED TO APPROVE THE COMPLETED INSTALLATION UNDER BUILDING REGULATION “J”. IT IS AN OFFENCE UNDER UK LAW, NOT TO COMPLY WITH THIS MANDATORY REQUIREMENT. IF THE STOVE IS NOT FITTED CORRECTLY BY AN APPROVED PERSON, IT COULD RESULT IN A HOUSE FIRE OR CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING.
THIS STOVE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A SUITABLE FLUE OUTLET. Due to high temperature this stove should be located well away from furniture and curtains. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of hot surfaces. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the same room as the stove. Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the stove. Keep the stove area clear of combustible materials, flammable liquids or vapours. CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING CAN BE FATAL.
UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY UNPACKING Before assembling, please check contents against the following list and advise your dealer immediately if any parts are missing. Refer also to parts list & diagram on pages 24 & 25.
3. Sit the stove upright and attach the flue adaptor as shown in Fig 2 using the screws supplied. Ensure the fireproof gasket is correctly seated in the base of the flue adaptor. Fig 2 4. Check that the blanking plate is installed in the rear panel of the stove when the normal flue exit is required. • If the rear mounting flue configuration is to be used, the blanking plate will be fitted to the top of the stove and the flue connector to the rear panel. 5.
POSITIONING AND INSTALLATION In England and Wales, there are only two routes to legally install a domestic solid fuel or wood burning appliance. In other parts of the UK there are variations in legislation and processes. You can either: · Use a registered installer who can self certify that the work he does complies with the relevant Building Regulations; or · The consumer applies to their local authority building control department for a building notice, and pays the appropriate fee.
MATERIAL CLEARANCES The stove must have a minimum clearance of 1200 mm to a combustible ceiling above. Fig 4 It is recommended that the stove be installed at least 800 mm from combustible materials. However, any household furnishings should be at least 1000 mm away as they could be adversely affected by heat.
Flue pipes with a smaller cross-sectional area than that of the stove outlet should never be used. Flue pipes must not project into the chimney connector, such as to cause a restriction to the gas flow. Sizes of flues in chimneys are stipulated in Table 2 of the Building Regulations 2000 Approved Document “J” as follows: 1.
Fig 5 External flue pipes should be Twin Wall. These retain the heat, enabling it to rise and disperse from the chimney. As an alternative approach, the calculation procedure within BS EN 133841:2005 can be used as the basis for deciding whether a chimney design will provide sufficient draught. If in doubt, consult the Building Regulations.
INSPECTION & CLEANING Check that the chimney is in good condition, dry and free from cracks and obstructions. The diameter of the chimney should not be less than 150mm and not more than 230mm. If any of these requirements are not met, the chimney should be lined by a suitable method. The chimney must be swept before connection to the stove.
Stove Air Supplies Permanently open vents as below: Stove with flue draught stabiliser If design air permeability>5.0m3/(h.m2) then 300mm2/kW for first 5kW of appliance rated output 850mm2/kW for balance of appliance rated output If design air permeability<5.0m3/(h.m2) then 850mm2/kW for balance of appliance rated output Permanently open vents as below: Stove with no flue draught stabiliser If design air permeability>5.0m3/(h.
Fig 6: Vertical register plate with bricked up fireplace. Fig 7: Horizontal register plate with top flue connection Fig 8: Horizontal register plate with rear flue connection. 13 Fig 9: Horizontal register plate with optional vertical rear flue connection.
A non-combustible register plate minimum 1.5 mm thick should be fitted to all installations between the flue and the building structure. It’s suitability and fit should be checked by a qualified stove installation engineer against the current Building Regulations “J”. Fig 10 CLEANING THE FLUE Access for cleaning the flue should be incorporated in the system other than through the appliance (e.g. a soot door or access through a register plate).
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS Due consideration should be given to the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning following incomplete combustion of solid fuels in an enclosed space. Carbon monoxide detectors to BS EN 50291 are available for use in domestic premises and details are available in the official HETAS guide that can be viewed on their website at www.hetas.co.uk.
USING YOUR STOVE THE CONTROLS The amount of heat emitted by the stove is regulated using the following air controls: A) The primary air supply is controlled using the two lower air controls built into the door. B) A second air inlet provides a constant, pre-heated air supply to the combustion just above the fire. This is controlled using the upper air control mounted near the top of the stove. This air supply will not normally need to be regulated so will usually be kept open.
With solid fuels, there is less need to burn the stove hard after refuelling. The rate of refuelling will also be less often than with wood. Avoid using the stove to incinerate other materials including household waste. Avoid using ‘green’ unseasoned wood, treated wood such as telegraph poles, or plywood / chipboard containing glues and resins which pollute the environment and cause the fire to burn too quickly.
the metal during the period of non-use. When used for the first time the fireplace may smell a little, due to gas being given off. The gas is not toxic but the room should be thoroughly ventilated. Let the fire burn with a high draught until no smells can be detected. Take care not to open the stove doors too vigorously in case of causing smoke spillage. If smoke spillage occurs after the fire door has been opened this could be due to poor chimney draft. SEE TROUBLESHOOTING. FIRE-LIGHTING WITH WOOD 1.
• If overnight burning is required, it can best be achieved by first driving off any gasses or moisture as usual, following a full charge of fuel and then closing the air vents fully. Experience will indicate the optimum setting. However, by reducing the burn rate to such a level that the fire is still burning the following day, the burning process creates heavy, tarry chemicals which will become deposited on the inside of the flue or chimney.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Fire difficult to start. Wood green, too damp or poor quality. Use recommended fuel. Logs are too large. When lighting, use small, dry kindling. To maintain the fire use split logs. Air starvation. Open upper and lower air controls. Insufficient draught. Check that flue is not obstructed, sweep flue if necessary. Too much draught. Ensure that the lower air control is closed. Partially close the top air control. Excessive draw.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING The inside of the stove may require regular cleaning, especially during periods of peak use, the frequency of this being indicated by experience. It is advisable to wear a dust mask, protective gloves and safety glasses when cleaning. Use a stiff brush and industrial type vacuum cleaner to dislodge and remove as much material as possible, starting at the top of the stove and working down to the bottom.
GLASS PANELS Clean any glass panels when cool, avoiding abrasive substances which could scratch the glass and make subsequent cleaning more difficult. Wet logs against a heated glass, a badly aimed poker or heavy slamming of the doors could crack the glass panels. The glass will not fracture with heat. Never replace any broken glass with glass NOT approved for use with cast iron stoves.
PARTS DIAGRAM IMPORTANT: The use of parts other than CLARKE replacement parts may result in safety hazards, decreased appliance performance and may invalidate your warranty.
COMPONENT PARTS LIST No Parts List No Parts List 1 Baffle 26 Log Retainer Bar 2 Baffle Cover 27 Roundhead allen bolt 6 x 8mm 3 Baffle Base 28 Stainless Steel Knob 4 Air Wash Cover 29 X-headed Bolt 8 x 35mm 5 Door Frame 30 Blanking Plate Clamp 6 Leg 31 Fire Rope gasket 8mm dia 7 Baseplate 32 Glass Securing Tab 8 Side Firebrick Panel 33 Riddling Grate Rod 9 Sideplate 34 Riddling Grate Attachment 10 Ashpan 35 Retainer Spring 8mm dia 11 Grate Baseplate 36 Rear Air Vent Operating
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