Stovax REGENCY 1000 - Manual (Page 9)

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7.3 Remove Ashpan carefully. Heat can remain long after use,
See Diagram 12
• Use gloves, or place the ash into a Stovax Ash Caddy
(Stovax Part No. 4227)
• Remove ash at least once every week when burning
wood
• Do not place hot ash in a bin made from plastic or any
other combustible material.
8. eXTeNded BURNING
8.1 It is possible to lengthen the re-fuelling period.
In order to do this:
• De-ash prior to final refuelling
• Close the doors
• Close air controls
• Use smokeless fuel or small, thick logs depending on fuel
desired
9. oVeR-FIRING
9.1 Do not over-fill with fuel or use at maximum output for
long periods or over-firing can occur. If the flue pipe, flue
collar or top plate glow red the appliance is over-firing:
• Close the air controls to reduce the output
9.2 Over-firing can cause permanent damage to the appliance.
10. CHIMNeY FIRe
10.1 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
10.2 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 inspected and swept by a chimney
sweep, confirming the system is structurally sound and free
from obstruction before re-use.**
c) It is repaired as required before re-use. Use only
genuine Stovax replacement parts to keep your appliance in
safe and efficient working order.
11. GeNeRAl CleANING
11.1 Allow appliance to cool thoroughly to avoid risk of
burns:
• Clean regularly, according to the level of use
• Give attention to the baffle system, flue ways and
removing ash
Regular cleaning and maintenance will help give many
years of safe use.
• Clean matt black appliances using Stovax Collodial black
or Stovax Grate Polish
To refresh painted finishes use Stovax Thermolac paint.
• Do not use aerosol sprays near an operating appliance
Wipe dry with a soft clean cloth before re-lighting. Do not
leave unit without drying, as this may cause rust.
do not use abrasive cleaner or cleaning pads to clean
enamel finishes .
12. CHIMNeY sWeePING
12.1 To maintain safe and efficient use of the appliance the
chimney/flue must be inspected and swept at least once a
year by a qualified chimney sweep.*
If the appliance is used continuously throughout the year
or it is used to burn wood or smokeless fuel, more frequent
sweeping is recommended.
The best time to have the chimney swept is at the start of
the heating season.
The above applies even if burning smokeless fuels.
12.2 The chimney, any connecting flue pipe and the appliance
flue ways if incorporated, must be regularly cleaned.
12.3 Ensure adequate access to cleaning doors where it is not
possible to sweep through the chimney.
12.4 If the chimney is believe to have previously served an open
fire the chimney must be swept a second time within a
month of regular use after installation.
UseR INsTRUCTIoNs
In the U.K:
* registered with HETAS (GB only)/INFO (Republic of
Ireland only)
**This should be done by a NACS registered (UK only)/
INFO registered (Eire only) chimney sweep, who will issue
you with a certificate.