Operation In Transition Periods; Oven Operation (If Present); Maintenance And Care; Cleaning Of The Flue - LA NORDICA CORTINA Instructions Pour L'installation, L'utilisation Et L'entretien

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Besides the adjustment of air for combustion, the intensity of the combustion and consequently the thermal
performance of your appliance is influenced by the stack. A good draught of the stack requires a stricter
adjustment of air for combustion, while a poor draught requires a more precise adjustment of air for
combustion.
To verify the good combustion, check whether the smoke coming out from the stack is transparent.
If it is white, it means that the appliance is not properly adjusted or the wood is too wet; if instead the
smoke is grey or black, it signals that the combustion is not complete (it is necessary a greater quantity of
secondary air.

11. OPERATION IN TRANSITION PERIODS

During transition periods when the external temperatures are higher, if there is a sudden increase of
temperature it can happen that the combustion gases inside the flue cannot be completely sucked up.
The exhaust gases do not come out completely (intense smell of gas). In this case, shake the grating more
frequently and increase the air for the combustion. Then, load a reduced quantity of fuel in order to permit a
rapid burning (growing up of the flames) and the stabilization of the draught.
Then, check that all openings for the cleaning and the connections to the stack are air-tight.
12.

OVEN OPERATION (if present)

After shaking the grate, load some fuel. Thanks to the air flow for the combustion, the temperature of the
oven may become remarkably affected. A good draught of the chimney and channels well cleaned for the
flow of burning smokes around the oven are fundamental for a good cooking result. The oven pan may be
located on different plans. Thick cakes and big roasts must be introduced in the lowest level.
Flat cakes and biscuits must reach the medium level. The upper level may be used to heat or grill.

13. MAINTENANCE AND CARE

Let the installation of your stove, the connection to chimney and the ventilation check by your chimney
sweeper.
For the cleaning of enamelled surfaces use soap water or not aggressive and not chemically abrasive
detergents.
IMPORTANT: It is possible to use exclusively spare parts clearly authorized and offered by LA
NORDICA. In case of need please apply to your dealer!
THE APPLIANCE CAN NOT BE MODIFIED!
13.1.

CLEANING OF THE FLUE

A correct lighting, the burning of a proper fuel, the loading of the suggested quantity of fuel, the right
adjustments of the secondary air control, the sufficient draught of the chimney and the presence of air for
the combustion, are essential for the good operation of the appliance.
The appliance should be completely cleaned at least once a year or every time it is needed (in case of bad
working and low yield).The cleaning must be carried out exclusively with cold equipment.
This operation should be carried out by a chimney sweeper who can simultaneously perform an audit of
the flue (checking of possible deposits). During the cleaning, it is necessary to remove from the appliance
the ash drawer and the smokes pipes. It is possible to clean the space for the collection of smokes from
the hearth or through the smoke exhaust, by using a brush and a vacuum cleaner.
Once the cleaning has been completed, the same has to be positioned back in its seat.
13.2.

CLEANING OF THE GLASS

Thanks to a specific entry of the secondary air the building of deposit on the glass of the door is slowed
down in a remarkable way. However the building of this deposit cannot be avoided with the use of solid
fuels such as wet wood, and this is not to be considered as a defect of the appliance.
IMPORTANT:
The cleaning of the sight glass must be carried out only and exclusively with cold appliance to
avoid the explosion of the same.
Do not use cloths, abrasive or chemically aggressive products by cleaning the hearth glass.
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