
Controls Explained
Fire needs air to burn therefore the stove is fitted with air controls that allow you to
regulate the amount of combustion air therefore controlling the burn rate within the
appliance.
Secondary Air Intake
The secondary air intake is located on the top of the stove, it is in the form of a slider.
Having the slider pushed to the right indicates that the air intake is in the closed/minimum
position and to the left indicates it is in the fully open/maximum position.
In smoke controlled areas you should fit the smoke exempt washer behind the control, this
will prevent the control from fully closing.
Air entering through this control is directed through the holes in the rear firebrick and also
down the inside of the glass creating the AIRWASH system – see below. The air wash
system allows the glass to remain soot and particle free. This control is used at initial
lighting and to control the burn rate of your wood.
The sections LIGHTING THE STOVE & BURNING WOOD give a step by step guide on
how to operate this control.
Primary Air Intake
The primary air intake is located below the door and is also in the form of a slider. Having
the slider pushed to the right indicates that the air intake is in the closed/minimum position
and to the left indicates it is in the fully open/maximum position.
The primary air intake is used at initial initial lighting to provide additional air to heat the
chimney/flue.
Air wash System
Air wash is a system where secondary air is drawn into the stove (by combustion) through
the secondary air control and is deflected down the back face of the glass, thus preventing
the smoke coming into contact with the glass. It does not mean that you will never have to
clean the glass, but substantially lengthens the periods between having to do so. The air-
wash system works best when burning dry wood. Wet wood will produce more deposits
on the glass. Also, deposits will form on the back of the glass when the stove is operated
on low heat for extended periods (where fuel is only just smouldering).
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