Yeoman 200 - Manual (Page 15)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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5.3 When burning wood the amount of ash will be smaller
and may only need removal once every week. To do this,
allow the fire to burn out and cool. Then after removing
the log retainer scoop out the ash with a suitable shovel.
It is best to leave a layer of ash in the stove to form a bed
for the new fire.
5.4 Do not place ash in a bin made from plastic or any other
combustible material.
6. RECOMMENDED FUELS
6.1 Wood: - Burn only seasoned timber, with a moisture
content of less than 20%. In most cases, this would
require drying cut wood for at least 12 to 18 months
before use. Poor quality timber could cause low
combustion efficiency and produce large amounts of
harmful condensation, which could reduce the
effectiveness of the airwash system, and ultimately the life
of the stove.
6.2 Do not burn painted or impregnated wood or
manufactured board products.
The symptoms of poor performance related to wet wood
include: -
• difficulty getting a fire going and keeping it burning well
• smoky fires with little flame
• dirty glass
• rapid creosote build-up in the chimney
• low heat output
• short burn times, excessive fuel consumption and
blue/grey smoke from the chimney.
6.3 To help avoid large build-ups of tars and creosote within
in the stove and the flue system, it is recommended to
burn at maximum output for at least 30 minutes each
day. The use of Stovax Protector chimney cleaner will
also help to reduce this problem.
6.4 Solid fuel: - Burn manufactured smokeless fuels, listed as
suitable for use with closed heating stoves. Do not burn
bituminous coal, ‘petro-coke’ or other petroleum based
fuels, as this will invalidate the product guarantee.
6.5 If you require advice on suitable solid fuels contact your
local Approved Coal Merchant. Details can be obtained
by ringing the Solid fuel Association advice line on
Freephone 0800 600 000, or their web site at
www.solidfuel.co.uk