Security
• Prevention of overheating In the event of a sharp increase in temperature that could threaten overheating, there simultaneously occurs a sharp increase in pressure in the heat exchanger. To avoid the possibility of damage, we have to ensure that the stove will not overheat. This can be avoided with the use of a safety valve, cooling loop, reserve source or by releasing water into the sewer and re-filling the system with cold water from the mains. However, if the intake of water relies upon electricity, we recommend the purchasing of a reserve power source (UPS). All of the AQUAFLAM fireplace inserts have as standard equipment a cooling loop, which along with a thermostatic valve protect the fireplace insert from overheating. Below is a diagram of the function of the cooling loop.
• Prevention of gas explosions If the electronic valve is in the closed position, the intake of air is still not completely cut off. The flap has a partial intake of tertiary air, and so even when it is closed completely, a small quantity of air still flows into the chamber, to prevent the collection of gases that could lead to an explosion.
• Prevention of heat increases in the heat exchanger As soon as the sensor of the electronic valve registers a higher temperature in the exchanger, the flap is automatically closed, thus greatly reducing the intake of air necessary for combustion.
