|
What
size stove do I need? 
Do I need a chimney?
What about chimney sweeping?
What fuels can I burn?
What size is the flue outlet?
What is seasoned wood?
Has the chilli penguin stove been
independently tested?
What does "Clean Burn" mean?
What type of paint is used on the stoves?
Will the door glass blacken?
Who can install my stove?
|
| Top |
What
size stove do I need?
As a rough guide, 1kW of heat will be sufficient for 14 cubic meters.
E.g. Room size = 4.5m x 5m x 2.2m equals 49.5 cubic meters. Divide 49.5
by 14 = 3.5kW
|
| Top |
Do
I need a chimney?
You do require a flue for the removal of smoke and combustion gases. If
you have an existing chimney this must be checked for soundness and
must be swept. This could be carried out by an approved installer. If
your chimney is in poor condition it can be lined with a flexible
liner. If you do not have a chimney, a twin wall insulated stainless
steel flue system can be installed. *All installations must comply with
the latest
|
| Top |
What
about chimney sweeping?
Your chimney must be swept at least twice a year by a qualified chimney
sweep. Your local phone directory should list them- alternatively the
approved list is available from HETAS
or NACS.
You cannot sweep your chimney through the chilli penguin stove,
therefore provision must be made either with a access panel in your
register plate or a connecting pipe with an access door. The latter can
be purchased with your stove - see price list.
|
| Top |
What
fuels can I burn?
The chilli penguin stove is approved for burning seasoned hardwood and
smokeless fuels for closed appliances from the HETAS
approved list. These include Taybrite, Ancit, Coalite, Maxibrite,
Phurnacite, Sunbright Doubles, Cosycoke, Pureheat, Supercoke, Jewel,
Excel, Newflame, Supacite, Fireglo Ovoids.
For local suppliers of seasoned wood contact Logpile.
|
| Top |
What
size is the flue outlet?
Outlet diameter is 125mm(5") and is currently only available as a top
outlet.
|
| Top |
What
is seasoned wood?
Seasoned wood means it has a maximum moisture content of 20%. This is
achieved by storing it for between 12 - 18 months once cut prior to
burning. This will vary from species to species. If the wood is not
seasoned you will be creating a lot of smoke and steam with very
inefficient combustion.
|
| Top |
Has
the chilli penguin stove been independently tested?
Yes. It has been tested by HETAS
( Heating Equipment Testing and Approval Scheme) they are the
government approved body for the testing of domestic solid fuel
appliances in the UK. The tests carried out were performed to the
single tick specifications and relate to the non boiler version. Single
tick refers to Safety and Function. The chilli penguin stove has been
approved as "safe and fit for purpose".
|
| Top |
What
does "Clean Burn" mean?
This is the ability of a stove to burn off volatile gases given off by
the fuel which would otherwise go up the flue and into the atmosphere.
This is usually achieved by introducing additional preheated air at the
top of the combustion chamber. This function gives maximum efficiency
and heat output from the fuel, together with having less detrimental
impact on the environment.
|
| Top |
What
type of paint is used on the stoves?
A high temperature paint specifically formulated for use on stoves is
used. They have a matt finish, we offer as standard 6 choices of colour
as shown on the "stove" page.
The stove will emit an unpleasant odour during the first couple of
firings, this is the paint "curing off" - this is quite normal.
Aerosols matching your stove colour are readily available through us.
|
| Top |
Will
the door glass blacken?
No. The "Air Wash" vents above the door are very effective at keeping
the door glass clear. If fuel is touching the glass you will get
localised discolouring, this will burn off as the stove get hotter. If
it doesn't burn off, you can clean it with a mixture of paste made from
wood ash and water.
|
| Top |
Who
can install my stove?
It
is always advised to use a HETAS
approved installtion engineer. If is however the person carrying out
the installtion is not on the approved list you will have to seek
authority from your local 'Building Control' office. They will come out
and inspect the installation. There will be a charge for this service.
The
installtion must conform to the 'Building Regulations' 2000 approved
Document J.
|