HERALD 8

HERALD 14
HERALD 80B
MULTIFUEL/WOOD
CENTRAL-HEATING
CE VII MODEL

Instructions for:
Installation/Operating/Maintenance/Servicing
JINHHRW REV B 06/06/2019

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STOVE MODELS

HERALD 8 BOILER
CVWHH08FMN/CVWSHH08FM
CVWHH08FWN/CVWSHH08FW

HERALD 14 BOILER
CVWHH14FMN/CVWSHH14FM
CVWHH14FWN/CVWSHH14FW

HERALD 80B BOILER

CVWHH80FM/CWHH80FW

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 Welcome to the Hunter Stoves family and thank you for purchasing a Hunter
Herald boiler stove. This stove was designed and built to be a high-
performance heating appliance, and we hope it will bring you great
enjoyment. The natural environment is important to us, so our stoves are
manufactured to provide you with a clean and efficient burn that will keep
you warm through cold winter nights.

CONTENTS INDEX:

STOVES MODELS………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION………………………………………………………………………………. 4
IMPORTANT INFORMATION…………………………………………………………………………….. 5
SAFETY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
REMOVE INTERNAL COMPONENTS………………………………………………………………….. 7
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS…………………………………………………………………………………. 8
PRE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS………………………………………………………………….. 9
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………. 10
CLEARANCES……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 11
INSTALLATION OF BOILER MODELS…………………………………………………………………. 11-13
COMMISSIONING AND HANDOVER…………………………………………………………………. 14
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………….. 15-17
MAINTENANCE & SERVICING………………………………………………………………………….. 18/19
TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………………………………………….. 20/21
OPTIONAL EXTRAS…………………………………………………………………………………………. 22
SPARES……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 22-25
INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING CHECK LIST………………………………………………. 26
SERVICE RECORDS…………………………………………………………………………………………… 27
FULL WARRANTY INFORMATION…………………………………………………………………….. 28/29

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 Technical Specification
Herald 8 Herald 14 Herald 80B
Energy Efficiency Class
Nominal Heat Output Wood 8.6kW 13.9kW 21.5kW
Nominal Heat Output Ancit 8.0kW 14.3kW 17.0kW
Energy Efficiency EEI 97 98 94
Output to Water Wood 6.4kW 9.1kW 12.4kW
Output to Water Ancit 6.3kW 9.5kW 12.8kW
GENERAL

Output to Room Wood 2.2kW 4.8kW 9.1kW

Output to Room Ancit 1.7kW 4.8kW 4.6kW
Efficiency Wood 73.4% 73.6% 71%
Efficiency Ancit 71.4% 71.1% 69.5%
Mean CO (@13% O₂) Wood 0.51% 0.50% 0.38%
Mean CO (@13% O₂) Ancit 0.30% 0.31% 0.20%
Appliance Mass 133kg 163kg 218kg
Recommended Fuels Wood Seasoned Wood (less than 20% moisture content)
Smokeless Anthracite or a manufactured briquette smokeless
Fuel fuel which is suitable for closed door appliances.
Log Length 500mm 500mm 533mm
Mean Flue Gas Wood 283°C 344°C 368˚C
Temperature
Mean Flue Gas Ancit 257°C 347°C 314˚C
FLUES

Temperature
Flue Gas Mass Flow Wood 8.9 g/s 11.0 g/s 19.3 g/s
Flue Gas Mass Flow Ancit 9.8 g/s 12.5 g/s 15.6 g/s
Flue Outlet Size (Top or Rear 150mm 150mm 150mm
Option)

- Where leakage is greater than

VENTILATION

5m³/hour/m²
1980mm² 5115mm² 9075mm²
- Ventilation normally required =
550mm² per kW output over
5kW
- Where leakage is less than or
equal to 5m³/hour/m²
- Ventilation normally required = 4730mm² 7865mm² 11825mm²
550mm² per kW output

For further information on ventilation please refer to Building Regulations Document J or your installer.

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 PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND SERVICING.
THIS APPLIANCE WILL BECOME VERY HOT WHEN USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS,
HUNTER STOVES RECOMMEND THAT AN APPROVED GUARD IS USED TO PROTECT THE YOUNG, ELDERLY
OR INFIRM FROM HARM.
THE INSTALLER COMMISSIONING SHEET CAN BE FOUND ON THE BACK COVER. PLEASE ENSURE THAT IT IS
COMPLETED PRIOR TO USE.

General Guidance
It is important that your stove is correctly installed and operated as Hunter Stoves Group cannot accept
responsibility for any fault arising through incorrect installation, use, maintenance or servicing.
These instructions cover the basic principles to ensure satisfactory installation of the stove, although detail may
need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions.
The installation must comply with current Building Regulations, National and European Standards, Local Authority
Byelaws and other specifications or regulations as they affect the installation of the appliance.
The Building Regulations requirements may also be met by adopting the relevant recommendations in the current
issues of British Standards BS 8303 and BS EN 15287-1.
Only use approved fuels on this appliance. Information about this can be found on Page 17.
This is a Domestic Appliance and must only be used in accordance with these instructions. Do not place articles that
are affected by high temperatures on, or near, this appliance. Do not place furniture or other items within 1 metre
of the front of this appliance. See the note on material clearances on pages 11.
Fitting a stove in a room which also contains an extractor fan and/or cooker hood should be avoided where
possible. If this is unavoidable, the suitability of the space for fitting this appliance must be decided at the discretion
of a qualified installer, and a flue draught interference test must be performed.
Do not obstruct the ventilation required for the safe use of this appliance.
Competent Persons Scheme
Hunter Stoves Group recommend that this stove is installed by a member of an accredited competent persons
scheme e.g. HETAS.
If the installer is not a member of a competent person’s scheme, it is a legal requirement, in the UK, to notify your
Local Building Control Officer in advance of any installation work starting.
Health and Safety Precautions
Special care must be taken when installing the stove such that the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work
Act are met.
Handling
This appliance is very heavy. Adequate facilities must be available for loading, unloading and site handling.
Fire Cement
Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not be allowed to come into contact with the skin. In case of
contact, wash immediately with plenty of water.
Asbestos
This stove contains no asbestos. If there is a possibility of disturbing any asbestos in the course of installation then
please seek specialist guidance and use appropriate protective equipment.
Metal Parts
When installing or servicing this stove, care should be taken to avoid the possibility of personal injury.
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Modification
No unauthorised modification of this appliance should be carried out.

Safety
WARNING – This appliance will be hot when in operation and due care should be taken. The supplied operating tool
or glove may be used to open the door and operate the air controls.
Aerosols
Do not use an aerosol spray on or near the stove when it is alight.
Fireguards
Always use a fireguard in the presence of children, the elderly or the infirm. The fireguard should be manufactured in
accordance with BS8423 – Fireguards for use with solid fuel appliances.
Do Not Over-Fire
It is possible to fire the stove beyond its design capacity. This could damage the stove so watch for signs of over-
firing. If any part of the stove starts to glow red, the stove is in an over-fire situation and the controls should be
adjusted accordingly.
Never leave the stove unattended for long periods without first adjusting the controls to a safe setting.
Careful air supply control should be exercised at all times.
Fume Emission
Properly installed, operated, this appliance will not emit fumes. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and refuelling may
occur. Persistent fume emission must not be tolerated.
This appliance should not be operated with the door open.
If fume emission persist, then the following immediate action should be taken: -
➢ Open doors and windows to ventilate the room.
➢ Let the fire go out, or eject and safely dispose of fuel from the appliance.
➢ Check for flue/chimney blockage and clean if required.
➢ Do not attempt to re-light the fire until the cause of the fume emission has been identified and corrected.
If necessary, seek expert advice.
Adverse Weather
In a small number of installations, occasional local weather conditions (e.g. wind from a particular direction) may
cause downdraught in the flue and cause the stove to emit fumes. In these circumstances, the stove should not be
used. A professional flue installer will be able to advice on solutions to this problem (e.g. anti-downdraught cowl).
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Hunter Stoves recommend a Carbon Monoxide Detector that conforms to the latest issue of BS EN 50292 is placed in
the same room as the appliance. The installation of such an alarm is not considered as a substitute for regular
maintenance or servicing or the appliance and Flue system.

IN THE EVENT OF A CHIMNEY FIRE:

➢ Raise the alarm
➢ Call the Fire Brigade
➢ Close appliance air controls
➢ Move furniture, ornaments etc. away
➢ Place a fireguard in front of stove
➢ Check the chimney breast for signs of excessive heat.

If the wall is becoming excessively hot, move furniture away.

Ensure the Fire Brigade can gain access to your roof space in order to check for fire spread.

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Removing Internal Components
All internal components must be removed prior to fitting the stove. This will make handling the stove easier; allow
access to fixings and the flue outlet; as well as protect the internal components from damage during the installation
process.

1. Open the door and remove the ashpan.

2. Remove the grate bars by lifting the front up off the cam bar and sliding forward off the rear grate support and
lift out of the firebox.
3. Remove the cam bar by lifting the left-hand end of it upwards until it clears the side casting. Pull the left-hand
end towards the front of the stove and then slide all the way out. Take care not to lose the cam hole plate.
4. Remove the catch bar by lifting upwards and pulling forwards out of the stove body.
Side Plates Side Bricks

Slide the base of the

Side Brick towards the
Slide out both Side Plates.
centre of the stove and
(Herald 14 only) remove.

Baffle/Throat Plate

Lift the Baffle and slide to the

right. When the left side of
the Baffle clears the support,
lower the baffle into the
firebox and remove.

STOVE ASSEMBLY - Flue Collar/Blanking Plate

Top or rear outlet Place the flue collar gasket

on the outlet to be used.

Wind the four M6 studs Place the gasket on the outlet

supplied into the fixing and put the blanking plate on
holes in the flue collar top of this. Wind the four M6
until finger tight. Place studs supplied into the fixing
the flue collar onto the holes until finger tight. Place
stove and tighten using the plate onto the stove and
the supplied washers and tighten using the supplied
nuts from inside the washers and nuts from inside
stove. the stove.
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Re-Assembling The Stove
Refit all the internal parts by following the ‘removing internal component’ instructions in reverse order.

APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
HERALD 8 BOILER

HERALD 14 BOILER

HERALD 80B BOILER

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Pre-Installation Requirements
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING:

Any existing chimney/flue system must be confirmed as suitable for this appliance as defined in Building Regulations
Document J. It must be swept and inspected, by a competent person (see notes), to confirm that is structurally
sound and free from cracks
The diameter of the Flue should not be less than Ø150mm and not more than Ø230mm. Do not connect to systems
that have large voids or spaces. If any of these requirements are not met, the chimney should be lined by a suitable
method.
If the chimney is suspected of previously serving an open fire it must be swept again, within a month of regular use,
to clear any soot that may have been dislodged due to the variation in combustion levels and higher flue gas
temperature levels. The chimney/flue system exit must comply with Building Regulations Document J. The minimum
height and should terminate in accordance with Table 1.
Connection To The Chimney
An existing fireplace opening can be bricked up or sealed with a register plate. A short length of flue pipe of
minimum 152mm internal diameter may then be used to connect the stove to the chimney. This flue pipe should be
made of 316 grade stainless steel or vitreous enamelled steel, nominal thickness 1.2mm. Ensure that the pipe end is
no closer than 76mm to the chimney walls. The length of any horizontal run of flue pipe must not exceed 152mm. It
is essential that all connections between the stove and chimney-flue are sealed and made airtight.
Make provision to access the chimney/flue system for cleaning and the removal of debris. If there is no existing
chimney then either a prefabricated block chimney in accordance with Building Regulations Approved Document J,
or a twin-walled insulated stainless-steel flue to BS4543 can be used. These chimneys must be fitted in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions and Building Regulations. New masonry and flue block chimneys must meet the
requirements of Building Regulations Document J. Any connecting flue pipe systems must also meet these
regulations.
Please check the suitability of the fireplace and/or surround for use with this appliance before installing it. If you
have any doubts about the suitability of your chimney, consult your local Dealer/Stockist or Installation Engineer.
Both the chimney and flue pipe must be accessible for cleaning and if ANY part of the chimney cannot be reached
through the stove (with baffle removed), a soot door must be fitted in a suitable position.
FLUE OUTLET POSITIONS (DOCUMENT J):
Position on Roof Clearances to flue exit
A At or within At least 600mm
600mm of the ridge above the ridge
B Elsewhere on a roof At least 2.3 M horizontally
(Pitched or Flat) from the nearest point on the
weather surface and:
a) At least 1.0 M above the
highest point of intersection
between the chimney and
weather surface; or
b) at least as high as the ridge
C Below (on a pitched roof) or At least 1.0 M above the top
within 2.3 M horizontally to an of the opening
opening window or dormer
D Within 2.3 M of an adjoining or At least 600mm above any
adjacent building, whether or part of the adjacent building
not beyond the boundary within 2.3 M

Table 1.
A full copy of Document J can be found here: http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/br/BR_PDF_ADJ_2010.pdf

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Legal Requirements
Hunter Stoves Group requests that before installation and/or use of this appliance that you read these instructions
carefully to ensure that all the relevant requirements are fully understood.
These instructions cover the basic principles to ensure satisfactory installation of the stove, although detail may
need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions. In all cases the installation must comply with current
Building Regulations, Local Authority Byelaws, European and National Standards and other specifications or
regulations as they affect the installation of the stove.
It should be noted that the Building Regulations requirements may be met by adopting the relevant
recommendations given in British Standards BS 8303, BS 6461 and BS 7566 as an alternative means to achieve an
equivalent level of performance to that obtained following the guidance given in Approved Document J.
Your local Building Control Officer can advise you regarding the interpretation of the Regulations should there be any
questions.
This appliance must be installed by a Registered Installer (see Competent Persons Scheme) or approved by your local
Building Control Officer.
All works undertaken must be carried out with due care and attention to meet the requirements of the Health &
Safety code of practice and any other legislation that may have been introduced since the publication of these
instructions.
Competent Persons Scheme
Members of the following schemes may self-certify the installation of this stove. If the installer is not a member of
one of these schemes, your local Building Control Department must approve the installation.
Scheme Web address Telephone
APHC (Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors
www.aphc.co.uk 02476 470 626
(Certification) Limited
Building Engineering Services Competence Accreditation
www.hvca.org.uk / www.besca.org.uk 0800 652 5533
(BESCA Limited)
HETAS Ltd (Heating Equipment Testing and Approval
www.hetas.co.uk 01462 634721
Scheme)
NAPIT Registration Ltd www.napit.org.uk 0870 444 1392
NICEIC Group Ltd www.niceic.org.uk 0800 013 0900

Air Supply
The room or space containing this appliance needs a permanent, unobstructed air opening of at least 1980mm2
(Herald 8), 5115mm2 (Herald 14), 9075mm² (Herald 80B) (see Technical Specification on Page 3 for confirmation).
If a draught stabiliser is fitted, the air opening should be at least 4560mm2 (Herald 8), 9405mm² (Herald 14),
15525mm² (Herald 80B).
Due consideration should be given to air requirements for any other appliance in the same room or space.
Any air opening must be kept clear from blockage or obstruction.
Hearth/ Material Clearances
Hearth constructions must comply with the current building regulations. Your stove must be installed on a floor with
adequate load-bearing capacity, otherwise suitable measures should be taken.
If the existing construction does not meet this pre-requisite, suitable measures (e.g. load distributing plate).
Care should be taken to level the stove using the adjusting screws in the feet.

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Material Clearances
Minimum Distances to Combustible Material Herald 8 Herald 14 Herald 80B
Behind the stove 250mm 150mm 200mm
At the side of the stove 150mm 150mm 150mm
In front of the stove 900mm 900mm 900mm

Note: combustible material refers to any material that will degrade when subjected to heat e.g. plaster.
No combustible material must be stored underneath the stove.

Non Combustible – Fireplace Recess

The stove can be recessed in a suitable sized

fireplace but a permanent free air gap of at least
150mm on top and 50mm at the sides (although we
recommend 150mm) and 50mm at the back of the
stove to obtain maximum heat output and for
access to the rear of the stove.
The hearth should extend at least 300 mm from the
front of the stove. The stove should stand wholly
above a solid, non-combustible hearth, at least 125
mm thick (this may include the thickness of a solid
floor and a non-combustible decorative hearth).

Installation Of Boiler Models

We strongly recommend that a knowledgeable, experienced and qualified plumbing and heating
engineer is responsible for the design and installation of the heating and hot water system. Hunter
Stoves Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any consequential loss, however caused, due to under or
over specification of the appliance in any installation.
Do Not – Under any circumstances connect the stove to a sealed (pressurised)heating system or unvented hot water
cylinder.
Do Not – Link the stove into a heating or hot water system with an existing boiler without the use
of suitable equipment such as a neutralizer. When fitting this type of system, the neutraliser manufacturer’s
instructions must be followed.
Do – Fit an open cold feed and expansion cistern with separate cold feed and vent pipes. The cold feed and vent
pipes must be unvalved. The open vent pipe should have a diameter of 22mm and rise continuously from the boiler.
It is common practice to form the vent pipe from an extension of the primary flow (see diagram).
Do – Connect the stove to a double feed, indirect hot water cylinder via 28mm copper flow and return pipework,
rising continuously from the boiler to the cylinder. The cylinder and heat leak radiator must be sited higher than the
stove.

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Semi pumped systems should be used on heating and hot water systems with gravity circulation to the hot water
cylinder and one unvalved 2 KW radiator to act as a heat leak when the central heating is switched off.
All four tappings on wraparound boilers should be used for systems incorporating separate gravity and pumped
heating loops. Each flow and return should be taken from diagonally opposite sides of the boiler.
If a common flow and return is used, these should also be taken from diagonally opposite sides of a
wraparound boiler, and plugs inserted into the sockets not used.
Systems using a common flow and return to the boiler should incorporate an injector tee on the primary return
connection from the central heating pump (see diagram).
A HIGH LIMIT thermostat should be fitted to the gravity flow pipe close to the boiler and set at 90°C. This should
override any pump control, switching the pump on and dissipating any excess heat around the radiator circuit.
To prevent boiler corrosion due to condensation it is necessary to maintain the return water temperature above
45°C. This can be achieved by the use of a LOW LIMIT thermostat on the return pipe from the hot water cylinder,
close to the boiler. The thermostat should make on temperature rise, preventing the circulating pump from
operating until the gravity circuit is up to temperature.
A corrosion inhibitor should be added to the system to ensure satisfactory performance and long system life.

Wiring Diagram for general guidance only

All electrical work must be carried out by a competent electrician in accordance with the rules in force and the
instructions provided by the circulating pump and heating controls manufacturer

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 Four Tapping System

Time Switch

Room Thermostat

High Limit
Thermostat
90°C

Circulating Pump
Low Limit Thermostat (45°C) Drain Cock

Two Tapping System

Time Switch

Room Thermostat

High Limit
Thermostat
90°C

Circulating Pump
Low Limit Thermostat (45°C) Drain Cock
Injector Tee

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Commissioning & Handover
Appliance Check
Please check that all components are correctly assembled and working correctly.
Ensure the Air Controls are working correctly.
Hunter Stoves Group recommend that you carry out a smoke draw test to check the soundness of the chimney/flue
system and seals:
Place a Smoke Pellet in the centre of the Grate, ensure that all of the Air Controls are fully open and close the Door.
The smoke should now be drawn up the chimney and you should be able to see it exit from the chimney/flue
terminal.
We recommend that you do this test with all of the windows and doors, to the room where the appliance is fitted,
closed.
If there any adjoining room(s) that have an Extractor Fan fitted, open the adjoining door to ensure that the
chimney/flue system is not compromised when the fan is operating. If there is a ceiling fan fitted in the room, please
operate it and ensure that it does not affect the operation of the chimney/flue system.
If any of these tests fail, please re-check the suitability of the chimney/flue system together with the ventilation.
A small fire can now be lit and allow the appliance to heat up slowly ensuring that no products of combustion enter
into the room.
Carry out a spillage test using a smoke match around the door opening. If there is excessive spillage, please allow
the appliance to cool and then re-check the chimney/flue system and ventilation.
Do not run the stove at full output for at least 24 hours.
On completion of the commissioning:
Upon completion, allow a suitable period of time for any fire cement and mortar to dry out. Please instruct the user
on the safe operation of this appliance, how the controls work and basic maintenance requirements.
Ensure that the operating instructions and appliance tools are left with the customer and the check lists have been
filled out correctly.
Please advise the customer on the correct use of the appliance with the fuels likely to be used on the stove and warn
them to use only the recommended fuels for the stove.
Advise the user on what to do should smoke or fumes be emitted from the stove.
The user should be warned to use a fireguard to BS 6539 in the presence of children, aged and/or infirm persons.
Hunter Stoves Group also recommend that a CO alarm is fitted into the room where the appliance is located.
Flue Draught
If the draught exceeds the recommended maximum, a draught stabiliser must be fitted so that the rate of burning
can be controlled and to prevent over firing.
If the reading is less than the recommended minimum, then the performance of the appliance will be compromised.
The flue draught should be checked under fire at high output with windows and doors closed. To take the reading
remove one of the coach bolts in the flue collar and put the probe in the hole.
Minimum Draught – 1.2mm Water Gauge
Maximum Draught – 2.5mm Water Gauge

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Operating Instructions
Read the ‘General Guidance’ Section at the start of these instructions before operating your stove for the first
time.
Allow sufficient clearance between the stove and pictures, plasma screen televisions or ornaments etc., as these
could be damaged and could potentially create a fire hazard (For more information read the ‘Material Clearance’
section of these installation instructions).
WARNING – This appliance will be hot when in operation and due care should be taken. The supplied operating
tool or gloves may be used to open the door and operate the air controls.
Please Note
Your Building Insurance Company may require you to inform them of this new installation and that the work has
been carried out correctly. Please check your policy to ensure that it is still valid when this installation is complete.
Using The Appliance For The First Time

SAFETY ADVICE
During the first operation it is highly likely that fumes and smells maybe produced as part of the
normal heat resistant paint curing process, much like a domestic oven. Therefore, good ventilation
during this process is of utmost importance. We recommend that pregnant women, allergic
persons and small children as well as domestic animals, especially birds, should not unnecessarily
stay in subjected areas.

When being heated up for the first time, smells and fumes are often produced. This is a normal chemical process
that allows the specialist heat resistant paint to cure and harden.
Please arrange for good ventilation of the room. Open windows and doors and if necessary, use a ventilator for fast
interchange of air. Heat up to operation temperature for at least one hour. If maximum temperature is not
achieved after heating up, release of odour may appear later.
Aerosols
Do not use an aerosol spray on or near the stove when it is alight.
Air Control
This stove has been designed to burn far more efficiently than a traditional stove if used correctly, with the obvious
notable feature of CLEAN GLASS.
It is essential that the stove has an adequate air supply for combustion and ventilation.
The primary and secondary air inlets must be kept clear from obstruction and blockage.
Primary Air
This provides a conventional air draught to the bed of the fire.

The slider(s) on the door(s) open when

moved to the right. They close when
moved to the left.

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Secondary Air

Secondary air is controlled via the slider

above the door: it is this “Airwash” that
keeps a clean and uninterrupted view of
the fire. The amount of air can be
increased by moving the slider to the right.

Warning! – This Appliance will be hot when in operation and due care should be taken.
We advise that suitable gloves are used when operating the air control, and when opening the door.
Lighting the Stove
To light the stove, open the primary and secondary air controls fully.
Light one or two firelighters placed centrally on the grate, allowing the flames to become established before placing
several pieces of small dry kindling in a criss-cross fashion above the firelighters, taking care not to smother the fire.
Close the stove door. Once the kindling is well alight open the door and build the fire by gradually adding slightly
larger pieces of wood, closing the door afterwards.
Once you have a good fire established across the grate bed, further fuel can be added as required and the air
controls set to the correct position.
Should the fire fail to light correctly open the door and use a poker to spread the fuel across the grate. Close the
door and allow the fuel and stove to cool before attempting to relight the fire.

Locomotive Grate
Grate Operation & Burning Wood
Your Herald 8 and 14 are fitted with a locomotive type grate. So that de-ashing can be
carried out cleanly and easily, it is riddled from the outside of the stove with the doors
closed.
To burn wood, push the operating tool up and away from you.
When left in this position, air is restricted through the bed of the fire providing a solid
base to build up a bed of ash.
Surplus ash can be removed either by gentle riddling or with a shovel.
It might prove beneficial when burning more reactive fuels to leave the grate in a neutral”
position, thus directing some under fire air and some over fire air to the fire bed.
Grate Operation & Burning Solid Mineral Fuels
To burn solid mineral fuels, place the operating tool over the riddling spigot and pull it towards you. When left in
that position, air is directed under and up through the slots in the firebed, giving the optimum conditions for burning
solid fuels.
It is important that the riddling tool is used to remove the ash to ensure airflow through the fire bed and allow the
fire to burn over the entire area of the grate. The ashpan should be emptied at least daily and ash should never be
allowed to build up over a period of time as this will result in damage to the fire bars. The flat end of the riddling tool
can be used to carry the ashpan.
Loading The Appliance (Solid Mineral Fuel)
Solid mineral fuel should be placed in the stove so that there is no more than a 30° incline of the fuel bed from front
to back. It should not be stacked above the level of the rear firebrick as this may result in damage to the stove.
With a full load of fuel, the stove will need to be refuelled approximately once every 2 hours.

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Air Controls (Solid Mineral Fuel)
Solid mineral fuel burns most efficiently with the secondary air control in the closed position. The primary valve
lever can then be used to control the burn rate of the stove.
Always de-ash before refuelling and do not let the ash build up to the underside of the grate bars. Solid mineral fuel
produces ash, which if allowed to build up will stifle the airflow through the Primary air valve cavity and grate. This
will eventually cause the fire to die. With some solid mineral fuels, a residue of burnt fuel or clinker will accumulate
on the grate, allow the fire to go out periodically to remove this.
IMPORTANT!
We cannot stress firmly enough how important it is to empty the ashpan regularly. Air passing through the fire bed
cools the grate bars. Distortion or burning out the grate bars is nearly always caused by ash being allowed to build up
to the underside of the grate.
Extended Burning (Solid Mineral Fuel)
The stove can be banked up for extended burning. When burning solid fuel, empty the ashpan. Open air controls and
let the fire burn brightly for a short period. Refuel and close both air controls, the exact setting required will depend
on the fuel used and the chimney draw so some practice may be necessary.
To revive the fire, open the air controls until the fire is burning brightly de-ash if necessary and refuel. Set air
controls as required.
Never leave the stove unattended until you are certain that the flames are fully established.
Should the fire fail to light correctly open the door and use a poker to spread the fuel across the bottom of the
firebox. Close the door and allow the fuel and stove to cool before attempting to relight the fire.
Notes on Woodburning
With a full load of wood, the stove will need to be refuelled approximately once every hour. Wood can be stacked in
the stove, but care must be taken that logs do not touch the baffle. Overloading the stove can cause excess smoke
to be emitted. Wood burns most efficiently with the secondary air valve lever in the open position and the primary
control closed. Moving the secondary control will control the burn rate of the stove.
Note - primary and secondary air is needed to light the stove, see section entitled ‘Lighting the Stove’
Wood burns most efficiently on a bed of ash and it is therefore only necessary to remove surplus ash from the stove
occasionally.
If there is insufficient burning material in the fire bed to light a new fuel charge, excessive smoke emission can occur.
Refuelling must be carried out with a sufficient quantity of glowing embers and ash, so that the new fuel charge will
ignite quickly. If there are too few embers, add some kindling to prevent excessive smoke.

Maximum Log Length: 500mm (19 ¾”)

Ensure your logs are well seasoned with a moisture content of less than 20%
Reduced Combustion
In order to shut down the stove, close the primary control, then close the secondary air slider by moving the handle
all the way to the left. If the controls are left in this position, the fire will be starved of air and will die down. If you
want to revive the fire it is recommended that the primary air control is open first, and then open the secondary air
slider.
Warning! - The stove will remain hot for a considerable time after the fire has been extinguished.
Refuelling
Refuelling must be carried out with a sufficient quantity of glowing embers and ash, so that the new fuel charge will
ignite quickly. If there are too few embers, add some kindling to prevent excessive fuel. The air controls should not
need adjusting while refuelling.
(When refuelling it is important to have a damper in the open position if you have one.)
Recommended Fuels
Hunter Stoves Group recommend that only wood logs with a moisture content of less than 20% and anthracite or a
manufactured briquette smokeless fuel which is suitable for closed door appliances are used on this appliance.
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Burning wet or unseasoned wood will create excess smoke emissions, tar deposits in the stove and chimney and will
not produce a satisfactory heat output.
Only authorised fuels may be used in UK smoke control areas. A list of authorised fuels can be found at
http://uksmokecontrolareas.co.uk/fuels.php
WARNING - DO NOT BURN BITUMINOUS COAL, PETRO-COKE, OTHER PETROLEUM BASED FUELS OR TREATED
WOOD SUCH AS PALLETS AS THIS WILL INVALIDATE THE PRODUCT WARRANTY. HOUSEHOLD WASTE MUST NOT
BE BURNT ON THIS APPLIANCE.
A list of approved fuels can be found at: - HETAS Ltd – Telephone 01242 673257 –
http://hetas.co.uk/public/hetas_guide.html
Solid Fuel Association – Telephone 0800 600 000 – www.solidfuel.co.uk

Maintenance And Servicing

WARNING!
NO unauthorised modification of this appliance should be carried out.
IMPORTANT!
In order to ensure continued compliance with current Building Regulations and Local Authority Byelaws, this
appliance requires regular maintenance by a competent person. N.B. Refer to the ‘Removing Internal Components’
section of the installation instructions for details on how to remove each component.
Periods Of Prolonged Non-Use
If the stove is to be left unused for a prolonged period, then it should be given a thorough clean to remove ash and
unburned fuel residues. To enable a good flow of air through the appliance to reduce condensation and subsequent
damage, leave the air controls fully open. If the appliance has been unused for a long period, such as during the
spring and summer months, a competent person should check the chimney for potential obstructions before lighting
the stove i.e. get the chimney swept before the start of the heating season?
Baffle
This should be removed and cleaned at least once a month to prevent any build-up of soot or fly ash that could lead
to blocked flue ways and dangerous fume emission. If the baffle is removed the chimney/flue way can be swept
through the appliance.
Stove Body
Painted Finish - The stove is finished with a heat resistant paint and this can be cleaned with a dry microfibre cloth
or dry soft brush. Do not clean whilst the stove is hot. At no point should any water or other cleaning products be
used on the stove. The finish can be renovated with Hunter Stoves paint.
Glass Panel
Clean the glass panel when cool with a propriety glass cleaner. Highly abrasive substances should be avoided as
these can scratch the glass and make subsequent cleaning more difficult. Wet logs on heated glass, a badly aimed
poker or heavy slamming of the doors could crack the glass panels. The glass will not fracture from heat. Should you
need to replace a glass panel please ensure you purchase a new Gasket at the same time. Please check periodically
that the glass clips and screws have not become loose. They should only be finger tight to allow for the expansion
and contraction of the glass.
Gaskets
All gasket used on this appliance are produced from a heat resistant material called Manniglas.
The glass gasket will have to be replaced when a new piece of glass is fitted as the gaskets become brittle after firing
the stove.
Over time you may also find that the gasket changes colour. This is due to a reduction in the pigment used in the
manufacture of the product and no cause for concern.

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Firebricks
In normal use, these can last for many years. It is possible however, to crack them if logs are continually jammed
against them or if they are frequently struck with a poker. Check periodically for seriously cracked bricks, which can
be replaced with new, available from your dealer or our spares website www.hunterstoves.co.uk.
Door Catch
The door catch may require adjustment to maintain the door seal. By slackening the internal locking nut and turning
the catch bolt one turn towards the door you will achieve a tighter lock when the door is closed.
Rope
Check the 12mm rope around the door. If rope is becoming detached, use rope glue to reattach it. If the rope is in a
poor condition, a replacement rope kit may be ordered from the Hunter Stoves Group spares range.
Chimney and Flue ways
It is important that the chimney, flue ways and any connecting flue pipe are swept regularly. This means at least
once a year for smokeless fuels and at least twice a year for wood and other fuels. The baffle will need to be
removed from its supports in order to sweep the chimney (see assembly instructions). Only wire-centred sweeps’
brushes fitted with a guide wheel should be used. If it is not possible to sweep all parts of the chimney through the
appliance, ensure there is adequate access to cleaning doors. If the stove is fitted in place of an open fire, then the
chimney should be swept one month after installation to clear any soot falls which may have occurred due to the
difference in combustion between the stove and the open fire.
Annual Service
Hunter Stoves Group recommend that this appliance is serviced annually, preferably prior to the start of the heating
season, thus avoiding any delay in receiving replacement components, should you need them.
If you feel unable to undertake this task, Hunter Stoves recommend that you contact the installation engineer for
advice.
Remove all the internal components:
Riddling Bars, Cam Bar, Catch Bar, Ashpan, Side Plates and Baffle. Clean them with a brush and inspect them for
damage. Sweep the chimney/flue system if necessary.
Clean down the internal surfaces of the appliance using a scraper or wire brush.
Inspect these surfaces for damage/corrosion. If corrosion or damage is found, we advise that you consult with your
installer about rectification/repair. Brush out or vacuum the inside of the appliance and re-fit the internal
components.
Inspect the Glass and Gasket. Clean the Glass with a non-abrasive cleaner if required. If the Gasket is torn or
damaged, we recommend that is replaced to ensure that no products of combustion enters the room when the
appliance is used.
Painted Finish – Use a dry microfibre cloth or dry soft brush to clean the outer surface and touch up the paint if
necessary. Burn the appliance at a low rate, after maintenance, to allow any new seals, paint or glue cure properly.
The appliance may emit unpleasant odours during this process, please ensure the room is well ventilated. The paint
can be ordered through our website www.hunterstoves.co.uk.

Serial Number
This number is required when making warranty claims. It is found on the appliance data plate. The data plate is
found on the rear of the stove hanging from a small piece of chain.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING

ISSUE CAUSE RESOLUTION

Problem starting the fire and Low flue draught Speak to your installer
keeping it burning Wood with moisture content over 20% Ensure use of dry seasoned wood
with less than 20% moisture content
Unable to control fire High flue draught Speak to your installer
OPERATION

Short burn time Wood with moisture content over 20%. Ensure use of dry seasoned wood
Insufficient amount of fuel – refer to page 15 with less than 20% moisture content
(Notes on Woodburning)
Over firing High flue draught Speak to your installer
Air controls left fully open Close air control to reduce output
Low heat output Low flue draught Speak to your installer with advice on
a suitable flue system.
Wet wood (over 20% moisture content) Ensure use of dry seasoned wood
with less than 20% moisture content
Excessive fuel consumption High flue draught Speak to your installer
Over dry wood Do not use constructional timber of
pallet wood

Smoke and small flames Wood with moisture content over 20% Ensure use of dry seasoned wood
SMOKE PROBLEMS

with less than 20% moisture content

Intermittent smoke spillage into Low flue draught Speak to your installer
room when appliance door is Incorrect additional ventilation air in to the Speak to your installer
opened building
Continuous smoke spillage into Blocked flue Open all doors and windows to
the room when stove is in use ventilate the room. Allow the fire to
go out. Check flue for blockage. Do
not re-use until the problem has been
identified. If in doubt speak to your
installer.
Blue/grey smoke from chimney Wood with moisture content over 20% Ensure use of dry seasoned wood
with less than 20% moisture content

Windy days causing spillage into Down draught in flue caused by air Weather conditions combined with
ADVERSE WEATHER

the room turbulence due to nearby buildings or trees. the flue terminal position can have an
effect on the stoves performance.
Speak to your installer.
Calm days causing spillage into Over size flue giving poor flue draught Weather conditions combined with
the room the flue terminal position can have an
effect on the stoves performance.
Speak to your installer.
Damp/Rainy days lighting and Flue temperature low or rain water inside Use good quality wood to start and
burning problems flue. maintain the fire, speak to your
installer to fit a rain cowl.

Wind noise High flue draught Speak to your installer.

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 ISSUE CAUSE RESOLUTION
Creosote build-up in chimney Wood with moisture content over 20% Use dry seasoned wood (less than
20% moisture content). Operate
at a high temperature for short
periods each time the appliance is
used to avoid large build-ups of
tars and creosotes.
Tar coming from flue joints Appliance operated at continuous low Operate at a high temperature for
THE APPLIANCE

temperatures short periods each time the

appliance is used to avoid large
build-ups of tars and creosotes.
See user instructions for correct
use of air control
Using poor quality wood Use dry seasoned wood (less than
20% moisture content).
Dirty firebricks/glass Wood with moisture content over 20% Use dry seasoned wood (less than
20% moisture content).
Glass blackening Using poor quality wood Use dry seasoned wood (less than
20% moisture content).
Low flue draught Speak to your installer.
Incorrect use of air control See user instructions for correct
use of air control
Appliance operated at low Operate at high output for short
temperatures continuously periods. See instructions for
correct use of air control.

Flue systems have two main functions:

1) To remove the smoke, fumes and combustion gasses from the building safely and efficiently
FLUES

2) To provide a sufficient amount of flue draught (suction) in the appliance to ensure the fire keeps
burning correctly.

The flue draught is caused by rising hot gases when the appliance is burning.

If any flue issues persist then speak to your installer before continuing to use the stove.

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OPTIONAL EXTRAS
These can be purchased through our website www.hunterstoves.co.uk .

PRODUCT CODE
Glass Cleaner (150mm Aerosol) SCPGC
Fire Cement (500gm) SCPFC500
Rope Glue (25ml) SCPGLUE25ML
Gauntlet Gloves (Pair) GGLOVE-HSG
Touch up Paint with Brush (236ml) SCPPB
Spray Paint (400ml) 40.011400HSG
Operating Tool HFR07040
Brass Handle HCR06059B
Brass Slider Knob HHR08045B
CROSS KIT
Herald 8 & 14 CKH814
Herald 80B CKH80B
Flue Damper
5” HHR99992
6” HHR99988
Flue Gather Kit
5” HHR99987K
6” HHR99988K
MULTIFUEL FRONT EXTENSION
Herald 8/14 HHR08062
ROPE SEAL KIT
Herald 8 & 14 SCPH8NDSK (DOUBLE DOOR)
SCPH8SDSK (SINGLE DOOR)
Herald 80B SCPH80RSKN

Spares Information
DOOR FRONT VIEW 8 & 14
Complete Door Complete Door
DH8LN DH8RN

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DOOR REAR VIEW 8 & 14

SINGLE DOOR VIEW 8 & 14

DOUBLE DOOR FRONT VIEW 80B

DOUBLE DOOR REAR VIEW 80B

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TOP AIR DEFLECTOR 8 & 14 (MULTIFUEL & WOOD)
Slider - HHR08027
Shaft - HHR14073
Knob - HHR08045
Deflector - Single Door – HHR08114
- Double Door – HHR08026

BODY ASSEMBLY SPARES - MULTIFUEL (8 & 14)

BODY ASSEMBLY SPARES – WOOD (8 & 14)

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TOP AIR DEFLECTOR HERALD 80B (MULTIFUEL & WOOD)
Slider - HHR16043
Shaft - HHR14073
Knob - HHR08045
Deflector - Double Door – HHR22025

BODY ASSEMBLY SPARES - MULTIFUEL (HERALD 80B)

BODY ASSEMBLY SPARES – WOOD (HERALD 80B)

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 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST
PURCHASE INFORMATION
Dealer/Retailer Name
Address

Telephone Number
Email
Date Purchased

INSTALLER INFORMATION
Installer Name
Address

Telephone Number
Email

APPLIANCE INFORMATION
Date Installed
Appliance Stock Code
Appliance Description
Serial Number

COMMISSIONING CHECK (Complete & Sign)

YES NO
Does the chimney/flue system meet the appropriate standard?
Has the chimney/flue system been swept and passed the soundness test?
Has this appliance passed the flue draught test?
Please write down the flue draught reading:

Has this appliance passed the smoke test?

Has this appliance passed the spillage test?
Have you explained how to operate the appliance and explained the controls?

Signature: Print Name:

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SERVICE RECORDS

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 Hunter Stoves Group Ltd Extended

5 and 10 Year Warranty

2 Year Standard Warranty

Any appliance bought through the showroom of an authorised Hunter Stoves Group dealership will automatically be
covered by our standard 2-year conditional guarantee.
However, this standard 2-year warranty can be extended to a 5 year or 10-year conditional warranty dependent on
the model type (5 years- Boiler model and Gas models, 10 years- Room heater).
To qualify for this extended warranty option, you need to:
1. Register your purchase online at https://www.hunterstoves.co.uk/ProductRegistration
2. Retain your proof of purchase.
Warranty Conditions
For the Standard 2 year or extended 5/10-year warranty to be valid and to remain in force throughout the warranty
period the following must have been carried out:
1. The appliance must have been installed by an appropriately qualified engineer (from the Competent Person
Scheme/Gas Safe) in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance of any relevant
national or local building regulations. Please visit the following links for details on the Competent Person
Scheme: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/competent-person-scheme-current-schemes-and-how-schemes-are-
authorised and Gas Safe register: https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/
2. The appliance will need to be registered within two months of purchase and the commissioning and
installation documentation completed (these need to be kept by the end user).
3. The appliance must be serviced within 12 months of the installation date for the second year of the standard
warranty to be valid, and within every 12-month anniversary thereafter to maintain the validity and coverage
of any extended warranty. For this purpose, the installation and user instructions, supplied with the appliance,
makes a provision for receipts and annual services to be recorded. This is needed in the event of a claim
during the warranty period.
4. Only genuine Hunter Stoves spare parts or consumables can be used in the servicing and maintenance of the
appliance during any standard or extended warranty period. These can be sourced from your authorised
supplier directly or through our website spares portal. www.hunterstoves.co.uk/spares.
5. Any problems or issues giving rise to any claim under the standard or extended warranty must be submitted to
the authorised Hunter Stoves Group retailer from whom you originally purchased the appliance. Hunter
Stoves Group will then offer appropriate support and help through your original authorised supplier to solve
any issues.
6. The standard or extended warranty option is not transferable. It is solely for the benefit of the original
purchaser of the appliance. For this purpose, please retain the proof of purchase.
Warranty Exclusions
No warranty period is extended to naturally-wearing replaceable consumables and spare parts within the appliance.
Such parts include, but are not limited to:

For Solid Fuel Stoves:

Glass and rope/ceramic seals
Fire bricks
Baffles/Throat plates
Log retainers, grate supports & catch bars
Grate parts
Ash-pans
Clip-in Boilers

For Gas Stoves:

Gas pilot assemblies
Thermocouples and Oxy pilots
Ceramic log & coal 'fuel -effects'
Batteries
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Paint and Surface Coverings
The paint or surface covering of the appliance will be covered (for 2 years after installation) provided the warranty
conditions are met. However, damage due to the following events will not be covered:
1. Damage to the paint surface caused by the appliance being stored in a damp and cold environment is not
covered under warranty. Please be aware that any moisture within the room where the stove is installed e.g.
through clothes drying, can be a cause of paint issues.
2. In the course of the initial firings of the appliance the paint or enamel surface may change colour. This is
normal and as such is therefore not covered under warranty.
3. Damaged caused by over firing, resulting in cracking, bubbling or discolouration to the paint or enamelled
surface finish is not covered under warranty.
Warranty Limitations
1. Damage to the appliance due to specific local conditions caused by draft or chimney defects.
2. Damage resulting from installation and use where installation is not in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions or local building and/or safety regulations.
3. Damage or premature wear caused by burning inappropriate fuels such as Bituminous coal, “Petro-Coke” or
any other Petroleum based coals. Please visit the HETAS website, www.hetas.co.uk, for a full list of approved
fuels which are covered by the warranty. Fuels outside of this list are not covered by the warranty.
4. Damage caused by burning material with high creosote content or any other painted/treated timber.
5. Consequential loss to associated non-Hunter Stoves Group products is not covered under the warranty.
6. Consequential loss relating to decorations, soft furnishings or other household assets is not covered under the
warranty.
7. Cost associated with the removal and re-installation of an appliance subject to a warranty claim.

Hunter Stoves Group total liability will only extend to the total purchase price paid for the goods in any warranty claim.
Hunter Stoves Group reserve the right to replace, repair or refund to value of goods purchased.

ANY HUNTERS STOVES GROUP PRODUCT PURCHASED VIA AN INTERNET SUPPLIER, OR THROUGH AN
UNAUTHORISED STOCKIST WILL ONLY BE SUPPORTED BY THE STATUTORY, 12 MONTH GUARANTEE
AND WILL NOT QUALIFY FOR ANY EXTENDED 5 OR 10 YEAR WARRANTY.

The Hunter Stoves Group extended warranty option does not affect your statutory rights.

This revised standard or extended 5 or 10-year warranty option comes into effect on 1st September 2015 and will
apply to all appliances sold from that date.

This standard/extended warranty applies to purchases of Hunter Stoves within the United Kingdom and the Republic
of Ireland. Purchases in all other countries are subject to the warranty conditions specified by the distributer in those
markets.

Hunter Stoves Ltd, 8 Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, Exeter, Devon, EX1 3QS
www.hunterstoves.co.uk Email: [email protected]

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Further Information
For extra guidance on using your stove, please visit our YouTube channel by searching ‘Hunter Stoves
Group’ or see the helpful hints section of our website; www.hunterstoves.co.uk.

This appliance is suitable for continuous burning.

This appliance is not suitable for use in a shared flue.

All genuine Hunter Group spares can be purchased through our website www.hunterstoves.co.uk/spares
or through your authorised dealer.

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