Removing The Ashes - Jotul F 500 ECO Manuel D'installation Et D'utilisation

5.8 Removing the ashes

• Only remove ashes when the fireplace is cold.
• Use a showel to scrape the ashes out, but always leave
a little ash at the bottom of the combustion chamber as a
protective insulating layer.
• Ashes should be placed outside in a metal container.
Fig. 15 Ash grate
A
1. The ash grate is opened (A) by pulling towards the door,
using a suitable fireplace tool.
2. The ashes are swept down through the ash grate.
3. Close the ash grate (B) afterwards. This must be closed
during firing to obtain optimum combustion.
Fig. 16 Ash pan
4. Open the ash door with the handle (A). Remove the ash
pan (B) and empty the ash into a suitable container, then
replace the ash pan.
5.9 How wind and weather affect the
stove
The performance of the stove can be affected considerably by
the wind acting on the chimney at different strengths. It may
therefore be necessary to adjust the air supply to ensure good
combustion performance. It might also be a good idea to install
a damper in the flue pipe so that the chimney draught can be
regulated according to the strength of the wind.
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B
A
B
Fog and mist can have a significant impact on the chimney
draught and it might be necessary to use other combustion air
settings to ensure good performance.
5.10 Condensation
Condensation in a fireplace / flue pipe / chimney may occur.
This may be caused by moist firewood or differences in
temperature in the fireplace and environment.
Condensed water coming from the fireplace appears as a
black, tar-like liquid. This should be wiped off immediately
to avoid discoloration of the fireplace, floor or surrounding
building components.
It is important to get the wood burning quickly to avoid
condensation
.
If the condensation continues, mineral sand can be placed on
the bottom plate.
5.11 The importance of the chimney
The chimney is the engine that drives the fireplace and it's
essential to have a good chimney in order for the fireplace
to function properly.
The draught in the chimney creates a vacuum in the stove.
The combustion air is also used for the airwash system that
keeps the window clear of soot.
The draught in the chimney is caused by the difference in
temperatures inside and outside the chimney. The greater
the temperature difference, the better the draught in the
chimney. It is therefore important to allow the chimney to reach
operating temperature before adjusting the air vents to restrict
combustion in the stove (a brickwork chimney takes longer to
reach operating temperature than a steel chimney).
It is particularly important to reach operating temperature
as quickly as possible on days on which the draught in the
chimney is poor due to unfavourable wind and weather
conditions. Make sure the fuel ignites as quickly as possible.
Practical tip: Chop the wood into much smaller pieces and use
an extra firelighter.
NB: If the stove has not been used for some considerable
time, it is important to check the chimney pipe for blockage.
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