Cast Iron; Soapstone; Controls - Hergom HERITAGE Libro De Instrucciones Para Instalación, Mantenimiento Y Uso

2.2.5 - CAST IRON

The external cast iron parts are vitrified with mayolic enamel.
The enamels can be cleaned with a normal glass cleaner and in most cases it will be
sufficient to pass a damp cloth (do not wet the painted parts as rust will appear if they are not
dried in time.)
The enamel used to treat your Heritage stove while it is working, and particularly at times
of high combustion, may suffer a change in its texture and colour and fine cracks may appear
that return to their normal state when the stove cools.
This is due to the different expansion coefficients of the materials used in preparing the
special, high quality enamel.

2.2.6 - SOAPSTONE

The surfaces of the stones in your stove may with time show small changes and veins in
the stone. This is a natural reaction of the stone and can not be controlled. It is possible that
following an inspection, very small cracks might be seen on the surface; this does not affect the
integrity of the stone in any way.
Cleaning and polishing is important for keeping an attractive external appearance.
As with furniture made of noble materials, you might wish to poilish the stones from time
to time in order to give back the stove its original shine and colour depth; we recommend a
silicone atomiser applied when the stove is cold.
The warranty covers all stones against cracking or breakage caused by thermal shock
excluding hairline and surface cracks and scratches that do not compromise the performance or
safety of the stove.

2.2.7 - CONTROLS

Your stove is an appliance subject to extreme temperatures and the corrosive effect of
combustion waste. Its periodical maintenance is essential for achieving greater duration and
better use. We therefore recommend the frequent application of the following controls:
DURING THE SEASON OF USE
a) Visually inspect the chimney. Clean the soot and the tars if they have begun to
accumulate on the interior walls of the stove.
b) Make sure the doors seal hermetically, adjusting them if necessary.
AT THE END OF THE SEASON
a) Inspect and clean the chimney (see page 15/16)
b) Pass the vacuum cleaner inside your stove and inspect it. The soot and tars
(creosote) that accumulate on the walls of your stove reduce its output.
c) Inspect the seals on the door. They must be replaced when they fail to ensure
perfect closing.
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