Seasoning - The Initial Use of a New Cast Iron Stove.

Seasoning (initial use of stove) - same rules apply for outdoor chimineas
Multi-fuel cast iron stoves need seasoning. Cast iron is the best material known for retaining heat and it MUST be seasoned correctly to avoid it cracking.Prior to initial lighting where wood burning only is required, take out all of the grating and replace with a 25mm (1") bed of sand. For multi-fuel burning, leave all the grating in situ. Please note that in some stoves the grating is not removable and burning can be commenced on the grate provided.First lighting of the stove should be a very small fire with the flames well away from the sides of the stove. Ensure all the air ventilators are CLOSED to prevent the fire from roaring or over-heating. The stove should be kept burning low like this for 3

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