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Instructions for use
Ignition
1. Remove the excess ash, place 2 logs weighing +/- 1 kg in the centre of the fire bed, place
some kindling on top and place a solid firelighter on the pile thus formed.
2. Then light the firelighter.
3. To start the appliance correctly, we recommend that you slightly ajar the door and open the
outside air supply for a maximum of 10 to 15 minutes, the time needed to reach a sufficient
temperature in the firebox.
4. When the glass is hot, close the door tightly. At this point, you can position the control lever
to regulate the air supply to the right, depending on the heat required.
Do not exceed the maximum load allowed per hour (see page 8).
- To ensure correct operation, do not completely remove the ashes from the fireplace.
- The fireplace is designed for use with the door closed, after the fire has started.
- Reload when only glowing embers remain.
- We recommend the use of solid ignition blocks.
Do not use liquid flammable products!
Combustion
Combustion air
This sealed appliance is fitted with an external air intake for combustion air (diameter
100mm).
The combustion air intake is adjusted using the control lever in the centre of the appliance:
use your cold hand or a glove.
Turn it to the left to open the combustion air intake completely.
Turn the lever to the right to close the combustion air supply almost completely.
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Convection air
Your appliance is fitted with ventilation controlled by a dimmer and an airstat. The airstat is
an accessory that switches the ventilation on and off depending on the temperature detected
by a sensor. Ventilation is not switched on directly when the fire is lit, but as soon as your
fireplace reaches a certain temperature. The fan must always be switched on when the insert
is hot, otherwise the fan(s) may be damaged. When the fire needs to be reloaded, open the
door slowly to prevent smoke from escaping into the room and to give the fans time to switch
off using the switch on the bottom of the appliance.
In the event of a momentary power cut, reduce the load and maintain a medium fire (half
load).
As an option, it is possible to install hot air nozzles fitted with valves to channel hot air from
the appliance to an adjoining room.
In this case, it is essential to seek advice from your installer.
The chimney
The smoke produced by burning wood is evacuated through the chimney flue. The chimney
draught generates a vacuum in the firebox, which evacuates the smoke and fuels combus-
tion.
- A good draught will result in a high temperature difference between the inside of the chim-
ney and the outside of the house.
- If the draught is too strong, the temperature will not be high enough for good combustion.
- If the draught is too weak, there is a risk of back draught, soiling of the glass and clogging of
the chimney flue.
If you have any questions about the correct use and maintenance of your chimney, you
should consult an approved chimney sweep.
General recommendations
- It is not advisable to reduce the fire so much that there are no flames, which is a sign of
poor combustion. Unburned gases turn to soot.
- Similarly, if your fireplace is overloaded, it will not provide you with any additional comfort
and will lead to a reduction in efficiency, an unnecessary increase in wood consumption, a
loss of heat and abnormal wear and tear on your fireplace.
- Certain weather conditions (strong winds, fog) can affect combustion and the chimney
draught, and the air supply will need to be adapted.
- When removing the ashes, beware of the persistent presence of embers!
- In the event of a chimney fire, the door must be closed.
- NEVER use liquid flammable products (e.g. methanol) to light or rekindle the fire!
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