A Pop 3 Stove has an air control that doubles as an Ash Pan at the base of the fire.
Starting the Fire
Start the fire by placing a firelighter or some newspaper on the grate bottom together with some kindling.
Open the Ash Pan and light with a taper.
Once established, add some larger pieces of wood.
DO NOT leave the ashpan out for more than a few minutes as you could over fire and damage your Stove.
The heat is controlled by moving the ashpan cover in or out.
Caution
DO NOT use the Stove with the refuelling lid removed.
When first lighting the fire you may experience some fumes from the heat resistant paint.
DO NOT burn waste that contains glue or oil or any other toxic or volatile substance as this will result in an uncontrolled burn and unpleasant odours.
Always wear safety glasses when loading the Stove
For additional safety, have a fire extinguisher located close by.
Important
The Popular is made from Cast Iron that needs time to cure thus avoid stress.
When lighting the Stove for the first time, burn at a low temperature for the first 5 to 6 hours. For the next 3 or 4 days build up the temperature gradually.
Repeat whenever the Stove has not been used for some time, such as the end of the summer.
Failure to properly cure the Stove could cause the casting to crack.
DO NOT allow ash to build up and touch the grate. As this will overheat it and reduce its life.
DO NOT allow the Stove to glow red hot, as this will shorten the life of the Stove.
DO NOT burn Petroleum coke or similar oil/coal mixes, these could damage you Stove.
Use of these fuels will invalidate the warranty.
At the end of the heating season, thoroughly clean the Stove out leaving the Ash door open to allow air to flow through the Stove and flue, avoiding condensation. Spray inside and out with WD40, including the flue. This will increase the life of the appliance.
