Wood

Wood is burnt as logs & branches and in many processed forms such as sawdust, chips and pellets. It is seen as a green, renewable, energy resource.

Typical appliances burning this fuel:

Open fires, ranges, word-burners & boilers providing heat, hot water and/or central heating. It is burnt in appliances designed for use in the home and also in large-scale industrial units designed to supply heat, steam and even electrical power.

Servicing advice:

Wood is highly variable in terms of moisture content, calorific value and ash content, all of which affects the servicing needs and lifespan of wood-burning appliances. It is extremely important to follow the manufacturers operating instructions for the appliance, particularly with regard to regular maintenance and having the flue cleaned regularly.

CO signs to look out for on your appliance:

Sooting, smells, moisture condensation and poor heating performance may indicate a likelihood of excessive generation of carbon monoxide and leakage of flue gases into the premises.

Further sources of advice:

The manufacturer of the appliance is the best source of information on how to safely use the appliance. The flues of wood-burning appliances usually require more frequent sweeping than flues of appliances burning other fuels, and your sweep should advise you of excessive condensation and tar deposition in the flue.

Managing Your Appliances

Wood