Alpha III AL910 Instruction Manual

Alpha III AL910 Free-standing Multi Fuel Non-Boiler StoveInstruction Manualwww.alphastoves.comYou will need to refer to the serial number of your stov

Always use the correct sized Phillips crosshead screwdriver and be careful not to damage the bolt heads as these will be re-used. Remove this plate,

12YOUR LEGAL OBLIGATIONS IF YOU LIVE IN A UK SMOKE CONTROL AREAThe Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control AreasUnder the Clean Air Act local authoritie

– the time between refills. All of this is providing it is fully seasoned wood.Never use wet or unseasoned (green) wood as this will cause nuisance sm

14content used in their production which will also leave harmful residue inside the stove and flue system.For more information about wood fuel visit th

UNDERSTANDING HOW DIFFERENT FUELS BURNWood and solid fuels (multi fuels) burn in different ways and you will need to understand these differences if y

16BURNING WOOD LOGSAs previously stated wood burns best on a bed of its own embers which also forms a barrier that reflects heat and protects the fire g

2 The First Refuel PhaseFor best results: After 10 minutes... Primary Air – close completely Secondary Air – fully open Door – closedOnce the ember

18the wood has with each other piece, the hotter the embers will be. 3 or 4 logs tightly packed to each other will burn longer but at a lower temperat

to avoid overloading the fire chamber.Operating in a Smoke Control AreaTo meet your legal obligations when operating this stove in a UK Smoke Control A

20BURNING MINERAL FUELSDo not use in a Smoke Control Area unless you intend to burn an Authorised Smokeless Fuel. See www.smokecontrol.defra.gov.ukT

CONTENTS3Page45677891012131415151620212223242828333334363738Back CoverStandard FeaturesGeneral DimensionsTechnical DataIntroduction Packing List In

REMOVING ASHWood will produce a lot less ash than multi fuels and it would not be unrealistic to expect to empty the ash pan every two or three days,

22INSTALLATIONCHECK-LISTThis information is intended to outline the general principles of installing your stove. However, as each installation will va

23FGIHHAACDBSTOVEE EHEARTHDOORCOMBUSTIBLE FLOORINGHFEIHBDCAGMinimum Air Space: Sides 150mm (6”)Minimum Air Space: Back 100mm (4”)or at least 50mm (2”)

24should provide the minimum clearances for the stove which are outlined in this handbook. The hearth should extend by a minimum of 225mm (9”) from th

Providing adequate air space around the stove will allow the stove to radiate heat and circulate warm air around the room. It will also prevent struc

26particularly if they are made of old or porous brick and / or are jointed with lime mortar, eventually causing unsightly stains on decorative cover

The British Flue and Chimney Manufacturers Association website, accessed through www.feta.co.uk/bfcma, produces an authoritative and informative dow

28chimney closure (registration) plate and chimney has as many cleaning access points as practicable to enable comprehensive removal of soot, creoso

should be immediately closed to let the fire die down to an acceptable level and to reduce the heat output which will in turn eliminate the glow from t

30stabiliser in the flue pipe may need to be fitted to ensure that the stove will always operate under a stable draught to allow the stove’s controls to

4135542STANDARD FEATURES1 Primary Air Control Air which enters under the grate for burning multi fuels, (other than wood). Also used at the beginning

gauge will provide you with the best indication of whether or not your stove is operating effectively.• Causes: Poor fuel Poor heat output is more tha

32Secondary air as this air flows down and over the glass to help burn and wash away any particulates that have accumulated there. See pages 15 – 19• C

STANDING DOWNThere will be some point in the year when you will not need to use your stove for a considerable time and taking care to clean it thoroug

34side firebrick. Swing the plate around at this angle so that the right hand side of the baffle plate can be manoeuvred out through the door.When refitt

make sure that all traces of the cleaning fluid have been removed and the glass is thoroughly dry as any residue can be ‘baked’ on causing unsightly sm

ANNUAL SERVICEIn the interests of safety it is important that your Alpha stove is serviced on an annual basis in accordance with the instructions outl

FIRST SERVICEWork carried out:SECOND SERVICEWork carried out:THIRD SERVICEWork carried out:FOURTH SERVICEWork carried out:FIFTH SERVICEWork carried ou

THE ALPHA WARRANTYYour new stove has been CE tested in the UK to ensure that it meets strict constructional, performance and safety standards. It is n

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5GENERAL DIMENSIONSAll dimensions in millimetres

TECHNICAL DATA GENERAL SPECIFICATIONModel Name Alpha IIIModel Number AL910Overall Height

INTRODUCTIONThank-you for purchasing thisAlpha III stove. We are confi dent that with its state-of-the-art combustion technology it will warm your home

8INSTALLATION REGULATIONSYou must ensure that your stove is installed by a recognised competent person who is appropriately qualified in the installat

• To ensure your safety make sure that your stove’s installation complies with all local building regulations’ ventilation requirements. Low energy ho

10ASSEMBLING THE STOVEYour new Alpha stove is extremely heavy. Always handle with care and make sure that you have additional strong help when you mov