Operating instructions

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User Instructions/Care & Maintenance
7.2 Multi-fuelVersions
De-ash the appliance before filling with new fuel. Do not
allow ash to build up on the underside of the grate as this
can cause premature failure.
—Insert the Riddling Tool into the socket, see Diagram 12.
Push/Pull to
operate
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— Move the Riddling Tool backward and forward 3 or 4 times
to remove the ash. Do not force the handle beyond its
natural stop point. The ash will fall into the ashpan.
7.3 Open the door.
Warning: Ash can remain hot long after appliance has
been in use.
Using gloves, carefully remove ashpan using tool supplied,
see Diagram 13. Ensure the tool is fully engaged before
operation. Practise this technique before hand with a cold
ashpan.
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7.4 Place the ash into a Stovax Ash Caddy (Stovax Part No.
4227) or other suitable container.
7.5 Check and remove ash as often as required when burning
solid fuel.
7.6 De- ash at least once a week.
7.7 Do not place hot ash in a container made from plastic or any
other combustible material.
8. Over-Firing
8.1 Do not over-fill with fuel or run at high temperatures for long
periods or over-firing can occur.
DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITH THE
PRIMARY AIR CONTROL FULLY OPEN FOR LONG
PERIODSOFTIMEASTHISCOULDCAUSEOVER-
FIRING AND MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE.
8.2 Over-firing can cause permanent damage to the
appliance and invalid the product warranty.
9. Chimney Fire
9.1 If a chimney fire occurs:
— Shut all air controls immediately.
— Evacuate the building.
— Call the fire brigade.
— Do not re-enter the building until it is confirmed safe.
9.2 Do not use the appliance after a chimney fire until:
a) It has been inspected by a registered installer*,
confirming the appliance is safe to use.
b) The chimney system has been inspected and swept by a
chimney sweep, confirming the system is structurally sound
and free from obstruction*.
c) It is repaired as required before re-use. Use only
genuine Yeoman replacement parts to keep your appliance
in safe, efficient working order.
10. General Cleaning
10.1 Clean and inspect the appliance regularly, especially in
periods of heavy use. Regular cleaning and maintenance
will help give many years of safe use.
10.2 Allow appliance to cool thoroughly to avoid risk of
burns.
10.3 Clean regularly, according to level of use.
Remove the ash completely.
(See User Instructions, Section 7).
10.4 Check internal components for damage and for obvious
build up of soot, ash or debris above the flue baffle(s) (these
can be found in the upper part of the firebox). Use a torch if
necessary.
10.5 If there are any signs of a build up of debris above the flue
baffle(s) either:
— Arrange for the chimney to be swept (see Care &
Maintenance Instructions, Section 12).
*Registered on the Competent Persons Scheme (GB
only) see page 32/ INFO (Republic of Ireland).