Good advice

When lighting up the fireplace insert, we recommend that it be done according to the "top down" method. Start by placing 2-3 pieces of wood at the bottom of the combustion chamber. On top, approx. 1 kg dry split sticks layed criss cross like a log house, with 2-3 firestarter tablets or the like.

It is important that the air damper is fully open. The glass door can possibly be slightly open by using the outermost notch on the handle. Allow the air damper and door to stand for another 10-20 minutes so as not to get the glass soaked, and at the same time create a good glow layer for the right firing to begin. The fire must be burned down to the glow (there are no more flames).

The door is opened carefully so that smoke and ash are not pulled out, then distribute the glows in a smooth layer and pull them all the way to the glass door/doors.

Long burn time is achieved if few, larger pieces of wood are burned. The fireplac is not designed to burn at night, as it gives a bad combustion to keep the fireplace at too low a temperature. Much soot will be formed, since all the gases in the wood cannot be burned.

When starting the fire, place 2-3 pieces of wood, approx. 10 cm inside 2 layers, parallel to the front of the insert on the embers, approx. 2 – 2.5 kg. The door is clamped in the outermost notch and the air intake above the door must be completely open, as it is a damper for the preheated air. When the fire has taken hold, close the door again and after approx. 5 min, or until there are permanently clear flames, the damper can be adjusted gradually. When the firewood has burned down to embers after approx. 1 hour, start over.

The amount of heat is regulated by the amount of wood burned. Fire less and more often. It is important that the wood is dry and well split, so that the surface of the pieces of wood is large. This achieves the best degassing and thus the best combustion.

OBS maximum filling up to the bottom row of holes in the back plate.

It is always a matter of firing so it is clear when you look into the oven, otherwise more air must be supplied. It is always sensible to have an ash layer lying in the oven, it facilitates the ignition, and at the same time insulates downwards. The ash is removed as needed.

Fast or strong heat is achieved if many small pieces of wood are burned.

If the Vermaculite in the combustion chamber is black after a firing, the fire must be fed more oxygen so that a higher temperature is achieved in the combustion chamber. This releases all the gases of the tree. Soot formation can also be due to wet wood, poor draft in the chimney or incorrect firing.

The fireplace insert is only EN-approved for wood firing.

It is recommended to use split birch or beech wood that has been stored for at least 1 year, preferably 2 years, outdoors under the roof. Wood stored indoors tends to become too dry and burn too fast. However, it is always a good idea to take the wood in 2-3 days before use. Oak and pine must be stored for 2 years before being put into use, as the wood may contain substances that may be harmful to the fireplace insert.

It is forbidden to fire with chipboard, lacquered, painted or impregnated wood, plastic, liquid fuels and rubber. Milk cartons and newspapers contain substances that can damage the glass.

Parts of the fireplace, especially the exterior surfaces, will become hot during operation. Therefore, caution should be exercised.

Cleaning should only be done when the fireplace is cold. Daily maintenance is limited to a minimum. The easiest thing is to vacuum the fireplace outside with a small nozzle with soft brushes. You can also use a dry cloth or a soft brush. But only on a cold fireplace.

At least every two years, the insert should receive a thorough preventive service check. The inspection includes: thorough cleaning of the fireplace, lubrication of hinges with copper grease, control of air seals, adjustment of handle / door, control of heat insulating material and control of gaskets and possible replacement.

Inspection must be carried out by a qualified fitter. Use only original spare parts. Always remember to provide access to the fireplace, flue connector and chimney pipe.

Installation of refractory stones

Relating to firing in a new furnace, one must expect some smoke and odour during the first firing, as the steel plates on Meteor's fireplace inserts are painted with a special heat-resistant paint. Therefore, properly air out the room after the first performance.

It is pointed out that there is no guarantee on packing, glass and refractory stones.

When your new fireplace insert is mounted remember to report the installation to the chimney sweeper. The installation must be checked and the chimney must by cleaned be the chimney sweeper in the future.

A good circulation of your chimney is crucial to how well your fireplace insert will burn. Note that there must be a cleaning option necessary for access to cleaning doors.

The effective height of the chimney should typically be approx. 4 meters. The chimney's clearence must be min. Ø150 mm. All joints and connections must be tight. The chimney draft should be no less than 1,2 mm water volume (12 Pa).

To prevent the risk of chimney fire, the chimney must be cleaned annually. The flue pipe and the smoke chamber must be cleaned simultaneously with the chimney. If the height of the chimney makes it impossible to clean from above, a cleaning element must be fitted.

In the case of a chimney fire, all dampers are closed and the fire service is contacted. Before further commissioning, the chimney is controlled by the chimney sweeper.

Always remember to check for blockages before restarting and / or longer downtime. It is recommended to supply the chimney or flue pipe with a regulating damper, so that the chimney draft can be regulated on days with strong wind. However, the damper must be able to close the flue tube at maximum 80%.
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