Alpha Boilers AL357i-B Instruction Manual

Model AL357i-B Alpha Inset BoilerMulti Fuel and Wood Burning Inset Boiler StoveInstruction Manualwww.alphastoves.com- -Published September 2012Please

10REMOVING THE BAFFLE PLATERegular checking of the baffle plate will ensure that the stove’s flueway stays clear of soot as well as ensure its continue

RECOMMENDED FUELSPlease note If you live in a UK Smoke Control Area you must only burn approved smokeless fuels. The following fuels are approved by A

• Petroleum Coke Never burn petroleum coke as this burns at a very high temperature and its continued use will almost certainly cause irreparable dama

13and other factors such as the fuel type, the system set-up and the pump flow speed. Finding the right setting(s) will be a matter of trial and error

141 The Lighting PhaseFor best results: Primary Air (bottom control) – fully open Secondary Air (top control) – fully open Thermostat Control – full

15Regular, smaller loads are better because they keep the fire chamber at a higher temperature, without over-firing it. The higher operating temperature

additional fuel (but not too much so that it ‘kills’ the mineral fuel that’s already alight), until there is a good bed of burning fuel. Avoid stackin

REMOVING ASHRemember, you do not need to riddle wood ash during firing, but possibly only at the start when some Primary Air is needed to aid the init

18• The chimney has been swept and tested prior to installation.• The proximity of all combustible materials to the intended stove installation confor

19• Where possible once the stove position has been settled upon any significant gaps along the side and back of the inset stove should be filled with a

20The British Flue and Chimney Manufacturers Association website, accessed through www.feta.co.uk/bfcma, produces an authoritative and informative d

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the run is no further than 300mm (12”) away from the 22mm gravity circuit. No thermostatic or manually adjusted valves should be fitted to the heat lea

23Securely attach the liner to the spigot plate using self-tapping screws and the three pre-drilled screw holes in the spigot. Seal the joint with fire

Front fixing: Use the two pre-drilled fixing holes on either side of the fire chamber frameFire rope seal: Rough surfaces such as stone may require a

COMMISSIONING1 Internal Parts Confirm that all internal parts of the stove are correctly fitted, including the baffle plate.2 Doors and Seals Confirm tha

TROUBLE-SHOOTINGCHIMNEY FIREIf your stove has been installed correctly and you have also operated it correctly and regularly carried out the recommend

27STOVE, FLUE OR OTHER COMPONENTS GLOWING RED• Prevention The Primary and Secondary Air controls, as well as the Thermostat Control, should be immedia

will provide limited heat output. Check that any permanent air vent fitted to supply the extra combustion air required for the stove has not been ac

29is seasoned and dry, then burning the stove at very high temperature for a short period after a long slow burn will usually burn off any sooty depos

CONTENTSPage45556677788891011111212131315161717182020212325252526263030313232333334General DimensionsGeneral SpecificationsReplacement ConsumablesStand

REGULAR MAINTENANCE• Baffle Plate and Flue Way During the heating season check the flue way and baffle plate at least once a month to start with and rem

31Remove the screws and glass clamp washers from each corner and place them in a safe place. Note the gasket spacers on the top corners. Do not attemp

32ALPHA WARRANTYYour new stove has been CE tested in the UK to ensure that it meets strict constructional, performance and safety standards. It is not

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

34SYSTEM NOTES AND SETTINGSFor future reference include a basic drawing of the system and notes on the circulation pump and system thermostat setting

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GENERAL DIMENSIONSVertical viewL.H.Side view Vertical viewL.H.Side view Vertical viewL.H

STANDARD FEATURES1 Primary Air Control Air which enters under the grate for multi fuel burning and to assist a wood log fire to get started 2 Secondary

6IMPORTANT SAFETY ADVICE• Ensure that an approved carbon monoxide detector (BS EN50291:2001) is fitted in the same room as the stove. It should be powe

comply with local water authority regulations in order to safeguard water quality and public health – see page 7.• The hot water cylinder thermostat s

Isle of Man Building Regulations (2007) – Isle of Man www.gov.imRepublic of Ireland Approved Document J – Heat Producing Appliances www.environ.ie

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