User manual

Version: 10/09 Page 8
Before installation, it is also important to check that the Vermiculite panels are correctly fitted in the
combustion chamber.
The wood holder in the combustion chamber is not to be removed.
On some baffle plates you will find a metal band. This band is mounted for transport protection only, and
should be removed.
Heat generation and distribution
The Klassic is really two stoves in one. Inside is the actual stove, produced from strong steel plates, and
on the outside a covering of steel. There are two major types of heat: radiant heat and convection heat.
In the airspace between the actual stove
and the covering, convection heat is
generated. The air is drawn in at the
bottom of the firebox.
The heated air then flows upwards and
begins to circulate throughout the room,
subsequently dispersing into the
neighboring rooms, providing perfect
heat distribution.
So the question of where to position
your stove is an important one. The ideal
location is fairly central, in the room
where you require most heat.
Unlike radiant heat, which is highly
concentrated around the stove,
convection heat flows upwards and
spreads to neighboring rooms.
It is very important to ensure that your
chimney has a good draft. Your dealer
or your chimney sweep will be able to
guide and advise you on your chimney
conditions.
Follow the operating instructions and use seasoned wood, which burns easier and cleaner in the
combustion chamber, until a proper draft is obtained. For further information on using wood and lighting
and managing the fire, please refer to sections 3 and 4.
Please note that the stove paint will harden during the first few initial fires.
This means that the stove will generate smoke and an odor of paint, which will dissipate after about an
hour of operation. It is a good idea to ensure effective ventilation during this phase. If ventilation is not
adequate, smoke alarms may be activated. Also, avoid touching the stove during the curing process.
The stove will expand and contract during the lighting and cooling phase, possibly resulting in creaking
noises. This phenomenon is completely normal for steel stoves.