MAINTENANCE
It is important that your appliance is regularly
serviced in accordance with these instructions.
Note: Only use original Arada components for
service replacements, NEVER substitute parts
for similar items
Service / repairs should be carried out at least
annually by a qualified person and should consist
of the following as a minimum:
CLEANING:
DO NOT clean the stove or door
glass when hot
Important:
Establish a routine for the fuel, wood burner and
firing technique. Check daily for creosote build-up
until experience shows how often you need to
clean to be safe. Be aware that the hotter the fire
the less creosote is deposited, and weekly
cleaning may be necessary in the mild weather
even though monthly cleaning may be enough in
the coldest months. Contact you local municipal or
provincial fire authority for information on how to
handle a chimney fire. Have a clearly understood
plan to handle a chimney fire.
To clean and inspect your stove properly remove
the firebrick linings and throat plate,
inspect all rope gaskets on doors, glass etc, and re
-order any items that may need replacing from
your Arada dealer.
Sweep the chimney and confirm that it is sound.
Examine all joints in the flue pipe etc, and re-seal if
necessary. Re-assemble and leave with the air
inlet and air wash control about half way open.
This will allow a free flow of air through the
appliance thus preventing moisture and
condensation from building up inside the stove and
chimney.
CHIMNEY SWEEPING
Sweeping should be carried out with an
appropriate sized bristle brush and rods to suit
chimney size and type. As with all appliances
regular sweeping of the flue is essential.
Any existing chimney should be swept prior to
installation of the appliance, and swept again a
second time within one month of regular use after
installation to establish frequency of sweeping
required. This should be done by a competent
person such as a chimney engineer who will
provide a Certificate Of Chimney Sweeping.
The whole flue way including the outlet must be
swept at least twice per burning season. It is
important that the flue ways, flue pipe and chimney
be cleaned prior to lighting the fire after a
prolonged shut down period.
DOOR GLASS
The door glass should remain clear during normal
burning. However, under certain conditions, such as
burning at a low rate or damp wood, the glass may
become somewhat blackened. To remedy this,
operate the appliance at a fast rate. Alternatively:-
WHEN THE STOVE IS COLD
open the door and clean the inside face of the glass
with a damp cloth or with glass cleaner (available
from fire stockists). A piece of cloth moistened with
vinegar and dipped in wood ash will provide a good
soft scourer to remove the soot without scratching the
glass.
Do Not Use Abrasive Cleaners
Do Not operate with Broken Glass
Do not operate with the fuel retainer not fitted as
this may result in the fire being to close to the
door glass
OUTER FINISH
The outer finish of the appliance is a durable high
temperature paint. It is best cleaned, by brushing
down, with a clean shoe brush. Do not allow
moisture to remain on the appliance whilst cold or
surface rust may form.
The high temperature paint should not require
attention for some time, depending on use. The hotter
the fire burns the sooner repainting will be
necessary. Aerosol tins of paint are available for
complete refurbishing.
Before repainting make sure that the fire is out and
the stove is cold.
• Remove the door glass
• Lightly wire brush, or rub with wire wool, the
body of the appliance to remove any loose
paint or rust.
• Mask or remove items such as brass work.
Re-spray in a well ventilated area, avoid breathing
the vapour. Refer to safety instructions on paint
cans.
• Leave the appliance for eight hours before
lighting a fire.
• Burn slowly for the first four hours, then build
up heat slowly to gradually cure paint.
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Arada Farringdon 16
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