Installation and Instruction Manual for ‘ApplePie’

Wood Burning Stove Range.

IMPORTANT
THIS PRODUCT BECOMES VERY HOT DURING USE. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A SUITABLE FIREGUARD IS USED WHEN YOUNG
CHILDREN, THE ELDERLY OR OTHER VULNERABLE PEOPLE ARE PRESENT.

ONLY HIGH QUALITY SEASONED LOGS TO BE BURNT ON THIS APPLIANCE.

NEVER ATTEMPT TO BURN ALTERNATIVE FUELS OR RUBBISH.

Please read instructions carefully prior to installation and keep them in a safe place.

Instruction manual version 1.1, dated 24.09.2019

 Contents
.................................... Page 3

Getting Started............................................................................................................ Page 4

Safety and General Points ......................................................................................... Page 4

User Instructions ........................................................................................................ Page 5

• Controls for wood-burning............................................................................ Page 5
• Door handle operation ................................................................................. Page 5
• How does heat come out? ........................................................................... Page 6
• ............................................................................................ Page 6
• Tips for successful wood-burning................................................................. Page 9

Maintenance................................................................................................................ Page 10

The Clean Air Act........................................................................................................ Page 11

Installation Instructions ............................................................................................. Page 12

• Unpacking and moving ................................................................................ Page 12
• Pre-install checks......................................................................................... Page 12
• ................................................................................ Page 14
• Connecting the top oven .............................................................................. Page 14
• Connecting to external air supply................................................................. Page 15
• Connecting side plates................................................................................. Page 16
• Connecting top guard rail............................................................................. Page 16
• Connecting pedestal .................................................................................... Page 16
• ................................................................................. Page 17
• Using enclosure system............................................................................... Page 17

Distances to Combustibles ....................................................................................... Page 18

Hearth Requirements ................................................................................................. Page 20

Flue/ Chimney Connection ........................................................................................ Page 20

Cooking ....................................................................................................................... Page 21

............................................................... Page 23

Service Records ......................................................................................................... Page 24

Warranty ...................................................................................................................... Page 25

General Dimensions................................................................................................... Final page/ rear

cover

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 an incinerator and never burn any liquid fuels other than
Getting Started bioethanol, and only then when the appliance is fully setup

adaptation kit.
Welcome
children, the elderly or other vulnerable people are kept

6) Take note of the minimum distance to combustible

years of pleasure and reliable service. items within the ‘Distances to Combustibles’ section of this
manual, and in addition, avoid placing TVs, photographs
The main purpose of this manual is to guide you in the use etc on the wall above the stove or anywhere close by.
and maintenance so that you can get the best out of your Never allow combustible items or furnishings to be
positioned within 1m from the front of the appliance.

All stoves will vary and we recommend that even those 7) Do not store any fuel on or near the appliance.
experienced in the use of wood-stoves read this manual
thoroughly in order to fully understand the workings of the

This manual will also provide installation guidelines fans and cooker hoods should never be located in the
however this is not a step by step installation manual as same room as the appliance as this will disturb air supply
each installation will be dependent upon local and national to the stove potentially causing harmful gases to be emitted
Building Regulations and safety standards which must be into the room.
adhered to in addition to any information given here.
10) Never make unauthorised changes to the appliance.

small spaces, and non-conventional structures including

tents, yurts, timber cabins, glamping pods, as well as small a year, and more frequently depending on usage and soot

12) This appliance is designed to be used with the door

shut, with exception of start up procedure when burning
wood, and when burning bioethanol the door should be
slightly ajar (see more detailed user instructions).
Safety & General Points
unpleasant odour due to the paint curing process. Open a
NB. Safety is the most important consideration when window in the room if this occurs.
installing and using your stove. If not installed correctly
14) Your stove will be heavy and will require between 2 and
poisoning can result. 4 people to lift. Lifting or trolley equipment may be required
dependent upon the body options chosen and the chosen
1) All users of this appliance should fully read and ensure stove location. A 2-wheeled ‘sack’ trolley is normally ideal.
they understand the ‘User Instructions’ section of this
manual. 15) Unpacking: Do not drag the stove to its location,
instead it should be carefully lifted into place. Do not use
sharp blades to cut through packaging material as the
stove paint surface and other components may become
installation, or approved by your local Building Control damaged. Incidental scratches to paint surfaces on the
department. stove from moving or installation can be touched up using
suitable high temperature stove paint.

regulations need to be adhered to when installing. NEVER USE THE STOVE OR SPACE AROUND THE
STOVE TO ATTEMPT TO DRY CLOTHES! - This is a
4) Only seasoned, dry logs of between 10% and 20%
moisture are to be burnt (unless you have purchased the
Bioethanol kit). Fuels must never be mixed. Never use as
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 User Instructions The Secondary air is at maximum position when the lever
is between the ‘BOOST’ position and when pushed fully to
the right.
Controls for wood-burning It is at its lowest setting when the lever is pushed fully to
the left.
Figure 1.1

horizontal holes which can be seen as you look into the

stove above the rear wall.

These inlets allow fresh air to reach the upper parts of the

burn thoroughly and cleanly before escaping out into the

The tertiary air is at maximum position when the lever is

between the ‘BOOST’ position and when pushed fully to
the right.

It is at its lowest setting when the lever is pushed fully to

the left.
CAUTION HOT! Always use the glove provided to con-
trol hot handles when in use. (To comply with the Clean Air Regulations and to ensure

Your ApplePie stove uses a single lever to control the

burning process, however this lever balances the air supply
from three different air systems within the stove.
Handle Operation
Figure 1.1 shows this control located under the door. The
control works by varying the amount of air which can enter

faster the fuel will burn. for operation of the door. In addition your stove is supplied
with a separate hardwood version - you should decide
The single vent control controls three types of air which you prefer. The metal handle will got hot during use
and should be operated using the heat resistant glove

1) The Primary air is introduced via a few small holes upper handle mechanism. Once chosen, the handle is
which are visible on the back wall of the stove, just above designed to remain in place ie. it is NOT designed to be a
the height of the ashpan/burn tray. This air is useful for regularly removable handle. See Figure 1.2

of a weaker chimney draught. The Primary air is introduced

position, and a few degrees to the left and right of this Figure 1.2
‘BOOST’ position. At all other positions of the lever arm,
the Primary air is closed. When the chimney draught is

should be moved away from the ‘BOOST’ position.

box through a channel plate at the top of the stove window.

helping to keep the glass clean.

Some of this air also reaches down to the bottom of the

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 How does heat come out? Figure 1.3

There are two ways in which the heat generated in your

ApplePie stove will come into the room.

1) Radiant heat comes through the large window, and

heats objects in the room

2) Radiant heat also comes from the body of the stove,

which being made from cast iron will store some heat and

out.

Lighting the Fire (wood burning)

Once the appliance has been correctly installed, it is ready

stove users to follow this guide as every stove model

operates differently.
Figure 1.4

The stove needs to go through an initial period of ‘running-

in’ in order to enable the cast iron to normalise to higher
temperatures, and for the paint surfaces to cure correctly.

which is air-dry but not yet cured. The stove should be

brought up to temperature gradually over the course of

hot or not hot enough during this process then the curing
process can fail causing issues with the paint surface.

KINDLING ONLY, with each burning for 15-20 minutes

have burnt through, and whilst the stove is still warm, 6) Close the door but do not lock it - leave it cracked-open
(ajar) an inch or so.

between 45 and 60 minutes. Now allow to FULLY COOL 7) The kindling should within a few minutes take light and
naturally. - The paint should now be cured.

2) Once the curing process has been completed 8) When the kindling is fully alight, glowing red and with

collapse, creating a bed of embers.

lighter on the base of the stove. 9) If it appears there is a good glowing bed of embers,
proceed to step 10), otherwise build another stack of
3) Arrange appr kindling sticks on top.
kindling sticks (Figure 1.3 shows 400 grams of softwood
kindling next to the stove) in an open tower shape similar 10) Have ready 2 or 3 pieces of seasoned dry hardwood
to Figure 1.4, taking care not to assemble the fuel too logs (10 to 20% moisture content), weighing a total of
close to the door glass. not more than 1kg (Figure 1.5 shows two logs weighing
a total of 1kg). Logs 200mm in length are ideal if laying
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them width-ways one behind the other, or 180mm if laid
side by side.

Load the logs carefully on to the hot ember fuel bed one an average 4kW output, the system will consume
at a time and push them down gently to make contact approximately 1 kg of wood per 45 minutes, but the best

the logs. (Logs over 80mm diameter or heavier than 500 ‘little and often’.
grams should be split down into smaller pieces).
Figure 1.6 shows the logs laid in the stove. 16) Move the vent control fully to the right. This will close
the Primary-boost air yet the Secondary and Tertiary air
systems will remain open.
Figure 1.5

refueling always ensure logs are positioned away from

the front, avoiding logs toppling over the front retaining

operation of the air-wash system.

18) If the bed of embers builds up too much, allow it to

burn down a bit before refueling.

19) If there is a delay when refueling, and the bed of

kindling or thin logs to establish a new hot ember bed

before putting on larger logs.

20) The vent control will control the speed of the burn.
When attempting to slow the burn rate, ensure you move
Figure 1.6 the vent control to the left, and past the boost position. As
the lever approaches the central position and beyond, the

It should always be open at least enough to ensure air-

wash system has a ready supply of air and that there is
constant air supply for the solid particles and gases to
burn cleanly.

supply such that the appliance cannot be made airtight.

fully open the vents by positioning the vent control into the
‘BOOST’ position, until any remaining fuel has burnt away.

hot, to help clear deposits from the glass and to minimise

soot/tar and creosote deposits in the appliance and in the
chimney.

12) Close the door and leave it cracked open an inch or 22) Prior to relighting from cold, remove the bottom ash-
so. pan/ burn-tray and dispose of most of the ashes safely. It
is NOT essential to remove all ash though as some of the
13) Once these logs are fully ablaze and with glowing ash will re-burn.
surfaces (usually 3 to 5 minutes), fully secure the door.
23) Weather conditions including wind pattern and

and already your stove will be burning extremely cleanly height and location will all have an effect on draught

glowing, crack the door ajar an inch or so for a few more day.
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 Sometimes it may be necessary to use more kindling

(when draught is weak).

Conversely you may need to close the door earlier and

reduce vent openings sooner when there is a strong

powerfully than cold chimneys.

24) When used as a wood-burner, never be tempted to

use liquid fuels.
Never use any fuel other than dry solid wood kindling or
dry-seasoned logs.

a new fuel charge, excessive smoke emission can occur.

glowing embers and ash that the new fuel charge will ignite
in a reasonable period. If there are too few embers in the

Fuel overloading

should not be exceeded, overloading can cause excess

smoke.

Operation with door left open

Operation with the door open can cause excess smoke.
The appliance must not be operated with the appliance
door left open except as directed in the instructions.

Dampers left open

Operation with the air controls or dampers open can cause
excess smoke. The appliance must not be operated with
air controls or dampers door left open except as directed in
the instructions.

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Tips for Successful Wood-Burning:

Use good quality seasoned-dry logs.

We recommend investing £10 to £20 in a digital

moisture meter - Split some logs and insert the
probe deep into the centre of the log.

Do not burn anything more than 20% moisture

content when measured in the centre of the log as
this will have detrimental effects on heat output,
ease of use, and will create excess tar, creosote
and moisture which will prematurely damage your

Never burn treated, painted, dirty wood, pallet

wood or manufactured boards.

using a good quantity of dry kindling.

Do not overload the stove with wood - best

to load ‘little and often’, once the stove is up to
temperature.

Use the ‘BOOST’ air vent control position for a

or in the event of a slow or weak chimney draught,

only until the stove and chimney have warmed up

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 More Frequently as required....
At least Annually.....
Throughout the season, it is good practice to keep the
stove in generally good clean order which will prolong the
life of serviceable components and enhance the experience

can usually be carried out at the same time. Whether the

system needs sweeping more frequently than this will fully curing), as the paint will be very soft and will damage
depend on use. easily.

warm or hot.

stove and with one hand, hold it there - this will release the 2) To keep the outer body clean, simply dust over with a
clean soft duster when cold.

dropped down and manoeuvered out of the stove. 3) If there are marks which cannot be removed with a
duster, use a slightly moistened cloth very gently, but only
when the stove is cool and has not been in use. Then

on one or more occasions). are removed from the surface when using a damp cloth,
otherwise paint damage / discoloration can occur when
re-heated.
remove any deposits. Clear any debris from the upper parts

small dustpan and brush or a vacuum but only when cool.

distortion (caused by excessive heating) and replace if 5) Regularly vacuum soot and dust from around the inside
necessary. of the door and around the glass and rope seals.

5) Inspect grate and burn-tray/ ashpan for shape distortion 6) If glass gets dirty on the inside from soot, clean
or excessive heat damage. Replace any damaged or with liquid ‘stove glass cleaner’ and a soft cloth OR
warped components without delay.
manufacturers of ceramic stove glass) and available online.
6) Vacuum or brush out the inner stove box thoroughly. Do this as soon as possible once the soot appears, but

7) Visually check that the glass is still making a good seal or soot or any other abrasive or cleaning method on the
against its rope on the inside of the door frame and that its glass.

8) Check that the door is making a good seal with the body

is no longer sealing fully all the way round, it needs to be

replaced). The rope size used here is a 8mm-Soft type.

9) Blemishes or scratches to the paintwork can be touched

up using a suitable high temperature stove paint in a spray

and follow the paint manufacturer’s instructions.

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 The Clean Air Act

The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas:

Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the
whole or part of the district of the authority to be a smoke
control area. It is an offence to emit smoke from a chimney
-
ed in a designated smoke control area. It is also an offence

smoke control area).

list by the Secretary of State in accordance with chang-

es made to sections 20 and 21 of the Clean Air Act 1993
by section 15 of the Deregulation Act 2015. Similarly, in
Scotland appliances are exempted by publication on a list
by Scottish Ministers under section 50 of the Regulatory
Reform (Scotland) Act 2014. In Northern Ireland applianc-
es are exempted by publication on a list by the Department

Ireland) 2016. In Wales appliances are exempted by regu-

lations made by Welsh Ministers.

Further information on the requirements of the Clean Air

Act can be found here:
https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules

Your local authority is responsible for implementing the

Clean Air Act 1993 including designation and supervision of
smoke control areas and you can contact them for details
of Clean Air Act requirements.

recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas

air controls has been implemented to ensure a minimum

opening of the secondary air and also for the tertiary air.

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 Installation Instructions 5) Multi-tool for ash-pan/ burn-tray and pizza cooking shelf
removal.
As every installation is unique, it is not possible to provide
a step by step guide to cover the entire installation. The in- 6) Grate with separate log retaining bars
tention of these instructions is to provide basic information
for use by suitably trained Competent Persons. 7) Ash-pan/ burn tray
This guide will help identify the key points to observe when
8) Spare hardwood handle
All installations need to be carried out in compliance with
local and national Building Regulations and relevant au-
thority guidelines.
Pre Install Checks
Approved Document J is important for England and Wales
and can be downloaded at: 1) Check that the door handle mechanism locks the door
https://www.planningportal.co.uk/info/200135/approved securely. Door seals can easily be checked at anytime by
documents/72/part j - combustion appliances and fuel stor- tearing a small piece of paper. Trap the paper in the door
age systems and secure the door. If the paper is easily pulled out without
resistance, the rope seal in that particular area needs
The following standards may also be relevant: ‘plumping out’ - do this by pinching the rope and gently
BS 6762-2:1991 – Services for leisure accommodation
vehicles and transportable accommodation units. Code of
rope seal.
homes and transportable accommodation units
2) Check the smooth operation of the vent controls - if
BS 8511:2010 – Code of practice for the installation of solid there is friction or a non-smooth movement or jamming, it
fuel heating and cooking appliances in small craft is possible there is residue from steel shot blasting in the
vent mechanism - in this case, remove the grate, pizza

training when installing into non-permanent or holiday of the stove you will see a plate held in place with four
accommodation.
vent mechanism. Insert a vacuum cleaner nozzle into the
inspection access whilst swiftly moving the vent control left
Unpacking & Manoeuvring and right several times. (Figure 2.1)

This stove is heavy and requires at least 2 able bodied

people to lift, and may need more depending on optional
body extras (such oven and pedestal base).

position.

A two wheeled ‘sack trolley’ or lifting trolley may be helpful

or necessary.

Figure 2.1
1) HeatResistant Glove

2) User Manual
3) Check that the inside door glass is correctly in position,
3) Cast Iron Flue Collar with 3x Fixing Screws
but hand tight (never over-tighten glass retaining clips).
4) Pizza/Griddle cook shelf (always remove before

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backwards, leaving a smoke escape gap at the front of the
plate just behind the top of the door frame.

5) Check that the intended location of the stove is safely

into this type of accommodation.
(adjacent to the stove) and their substructures (ie. stud
walls) are either fully non-combustible or are located 9) Ventilation - The appliance requires room ventilation
beyond the minimum clearances required (See ‘Distances when used as a wood-burner. - This is air which is drawn
to Combustibles’ - on pages18+ (diagrams illustrating from the outside to replace air in the room consumed by
distances to combustibles in relevant scenarios).
to have enough natural ventilation to supply this air, unless
6) Check that the hearth and its substructure are suitably
strong and stable if taking the weight of the stove. The carried out. For more modern houses or those with minimal
hearth needs to be made of suitable non-combustible natural ventilation (air permeability less than 5.0 m3/h.m2),
material. an air vent with equivalent-free-surface area of at least
2750mm ² needs to be used. In any case, additional rules

- Regulations Document J, or your engineer).

ple if being installed into a boat or cabin, glamping pod etc
For well insulated or well sealed small spaces such as
cabins, glamping pods, boats etc, ensure adequate
and Wales, the aesthetic hearth needs to be a minimum ventilation to the space or use the direct air supply option
12mm thick, needs to extend at least 150mm either side of connecting the back of the stove to the outside. - See
the appliance, and at least 225mm in front of the appliance. section in this manual on installation of external air
connection.
8) Chimney/Flue -

and a maximum of 20Pa, measured approximately

warmed. Flue systems of excessive strength should be

stove) would normally provide ‘standard’ or ‘mid-range’

commercial building needs to be compliant with the

(150mm). Suitable insulation between the inner walls of

the chimney and the liner should be used.

Additional information for small space/ ‘glamping’ and

boat installations:

When installed into small spaces such as tents, yurts,

cabins, sheds and other alternative non-permanent non-
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 Attaching Flue Collar etc.

Flue Outlet:
The stove has the option of having a top or rear vertical

(see Figure 2.2.3)

Option 1: Top outlet:

seal on the Flue-Collar is compressed and making a good

cement to enhance this seal.

Alternatively, when using the top outlet with (optional)
EKOL supplied ‘Direct to Stove-top Twinwall Adaptor’,
the adaptor will take the place of the cast iron collar. See
Figure 2.2.1

Figure 2.2.1

Figure 2.2.3

Remove the ‘snap out’ sections of the inner and outer

heatshield as shown on Figure 2.2.4 then replace the
heatshields.

Figure 2.2.4
stove behind the heatshield is in place. See Figure 2.2.2

Figure 2.2.2

Connecting the (optional) top oven

When the top oven is ordered at the same time as the

Option 2: Rear vertical outlet: the stove will have been pre-drilled and tapped ready
to accept the top oven. Simply attach the oven to the
the top circular blanking plate is already in place on the top top of the stove using the bolts supplied taking care
of the stove. not to over-tighten the bolts. (See Figure 2.3)

Remove the heat-shields from the rear of the stove via the
the stove will need to be drilled and tapped. Align the oven
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accurately on top of the stove so that the front doors of
stove and oven are aligned, as well as the side accurately
aligned. however it must have anti-corrosive properties.

Mark with a permanent ‘Sharpie’ type marker through the We do not recommend the use of ducting more than 3
centre of each of the oven attachment holes marking onto metres in length.
the stove top.

Remove the top oven and carefully drill each of the four the ducting should be inserted into the connector on
holes with a 5mm drill bit, taking care to accurately drill the back of the stove: (Figure 2.4.2)

Using a tap-handle and 6mm (x1) tapping tool, carefully

thread each hole.

Figure 2.4.2

around the end of the ducting and insert it into the

connector.

2) Using some 15mm self-tapping or ‘tek’ screws, screw

through the holes on the connector biting into the ducting.

3) Finish the seal with a bead of high temperature silicon

Figure 2.3 between the edge of the connector and the ducting.
When using larger sized ducting, the ducting will go
over the connector on the back of the stove: (Figure
2.4.3)

from the rear to an external air supply outside of the

building.

To enable connection to round ducting, the optional

bolts to the rectangular air inlet on the rear of the stove and
seals with a self adhesive rope gasket, see Figure 2.4.1

Figure 2.4.1

Figure 2.4.3

1) If there is space between the inside diameter of the

ducting and the outside diameter of the stove connector,

the stove connector.

2) Carefully feed the end of the ducting over the connector

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 Connecting the (optional) top rail guard
3) Use the jubilee band to tighten the ducting to the To install the optional top rail / guard (often used on boats
connector.
heat-shields on the back of the stove.

cowling with built in anti-insect mesh, to be used on the top rail (Figure 2.6)
outside wall. The ducting can be secured to this cowling
with the built-in clips and self-tapping or ‘tek’ screws. It is Replace the rear heat-shields.
crucial that rainwater or any excess moisture must NOT be
allowed to enter the ducting/stove air system.

kinked along its route.

Connecting the (optional) side plates

If you ordered your ApplePie with one or both side

Figure 2.6
warming plates then we will have pre-drilled and tapped
the side of the stove body for you, ready to receive the

need to unscrew them, offer up the side plate and re-attach

Connecting the (optional) pedestal
the screws with an allen key, taking care not to over-tighten In order to connect the ApplePie stove to its optional ped-
them.
legs:
then you Carefully lift the stove door off it’s hinges by gently tapping
the underside of the hinge pins then lifting the door up.
First offer up the side support plate to the correct side of Remove the ashpan, grate, pizza shelf and other loose
the stove. Line up the plate so that the top is level with the items from within the stove. With some help, carefully lift
cast iron top of the stove, and so that each circular hole in the stove onto its head (upside down), placing it on a clean
the plate aligns with its cast iron circular ‘lump’. surface.

Without moving the plate, use a sharp piece of chalk, a Remove the 4x nuts which hold the legs in place, but keep
scribe or a ‘Sharpie’ type marker pen to mark each of the the threaded bars in place.

Using a 5mm new drill bit, carefully drill each hole through These are for transport only and can now be removed.
the outer shell of the stove.
Lift the pedestal upside down on to the bottom of the up-
Use a tap-handle with M6 (x1) tap to thread each hole. turned stove, locating it on the 4x threads sticking out from
The side plate is now ready to attach. Do not over-tighten. the stove base.
See Figure 2.5

with washers and nuts by hand only (Figure 2.7). Check

visually that the pedestal sides, front and back are well
aligned with the stove above.

If necessary, the bolts which hold the panels of the

pedestal can be loosened to allow better alignment
of the pedestal relative to the stove body, then re-

Figure 2.5 their nuts tightened so that the pedestal and stove are
properly attached.

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 When using the optional enclosure system, if the
adjacent walls will be combustible, then all distances to

Figure 2.7

The enclosure comes with four adjustable feet which can

be used to ensure the enclosure sits level.

On the rear of the enclosure there are circular panels which

can be ‘knocked out’ to provide a route for external air
connection if required.

The enclosure, when ordered at the same time as the

there is a long support or a short support, depending on

hearth. This would normally be necessary where there The use of the bracket is not essential and would only
is likelihood of movement such as on board a boat, or if
there is likely to be a danger of the stove being moved or provide additional rigidity / support to the pipe.
pushed.
In the event that the bracket is not used, it should still be
utilised during installation as a guide to help position the
The kit consists of steel brackets which attach via the leg stove correctly relative to the enclosure.
leveling threads. The other end of the bracket can then be
See also Figure 2.9 to help achieve the correct position of

stove should not be touching the enclosure.

material.

To attach bracket to the stove leg, carefully lift the stove on

to its back then remove the M8 leg leveling bolt from each
leg.

Re-attach the bolt but this time place the bracket and 1 or 2
(See Figure 2.8)

Figure 2.8

Figure 2.9

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The ApplePie stove has been extensively tested Figure 3.1.3
to establish safe distances to combustible
surfaces. These surfaces would normally be
adjacent walls, but the same principles need to
be applied to any combustible object near to the
stove.

The following distances need only be

observed when there are combustible
surfaces around the stove. They do not apply
if all adjacent surfaces are solid non-combustible
and of suitable thickness.

When NOT using the optional Stove is backed up towards a wall,

enclosure system:
outlet: see Figure 3.1.4
Stove is backed up towards a wall,

see Figure 3.1.1

Figure 3.1.1

Figure 3.1.4

Stove is in a corner position at

45degree angle to each adjacent wall, using
Stove is backed up towards a wall,
starting with single skin pipe, and using rear see Figure 3.1.5
see Figure 3.1.2 Figure 3.1.5
Figure 3.1.2

Stove is in a corner position at

Stove is backed up towards a wall,
45degree angle to each adjacent wall, using twin-
see Figure 3.1.3
outlet: see Figure 3.1.6
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 Figure 3.1.6 Stove in enclosure system using

position at 45 degree angles to each wall: see

Figure 3.2.3
Figure 3.2.3

When using the optional enclosure

system:

Stove in enclosure system using

Stove in enclosure system using top

wall behind: see Figure 3.2.1

angles to each wall: see Figure 3.2.4

Figure 3.2.4

Figure 3.2.1

-If it is necessary to use a short length of single

enclosure, from the wall should be increased to

50mm minimum. See Figure 3.2.2
When there is a requirement to
position the stove closer than
these minimum clearances from
combustibles:
In the event that the above safe distances to
combustibles cannot be achieved, additional
heat-shields can be attached to the wall,
allowing the stove to sit much closer to adjacent
walls.

Figure 3.2.2
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 Hearth Requirements Flue/Chimney Connection

When using the ApplePie in the enclosure:

We recommend that the ApplePie stove is installed
When using the optional enclosure, ensure the stove is
centrally placed in the enclosure with equal distances to
left and right between stove body and enclosure walls.

with a chimney expert at the design stage.

This bracket ensures correct distance between the stove

and the rear of the enclosure. draught strength.

The base of the enclosure at the front needs in any case to

be a minimum of 225mm in front of the stove. should be kept to a minimum with bends being ideally 30°
(150°) and a maximum 45° (135°).

If using a short length of single skin connecting pipe off

board should be cut to shape and placed under the
enclosure - include 4x cut outs for the leg levelling feet. system as soon as possible.

Without optional enclosure: A method of simple disconnection from the stove should
always be incorporated - this could for example be via an
The stove should be sat on a solid non-combustible hearth
material of at least 12mm thickness, projecting a minimum
225mm in front of the stove and 150mm either side of the Flues should always terminate a minimum 1.8 metres
stove. above any combustible roof surface.

Connecting to an existing Class1

dwelling in the UK, consider additional UK Building
(usually brick/block/masonry) type chimney:
Regulations.

When installed on a boat, the optional Ekol--Pie-Boat-

either suitable stainless steel or vitreous enamel rigid pipe,
Enclosure system can be used as a complete hearth.
Alternatively refer to BS 8511:2010 Code of practice
for the installation of solid fuel heating and cooking
In order to comply with domestic UK Building Regulations,
appliances in small craft.

strength can be assured.

This type of chimney should be re-lined with suitable

liner with suitable material will ensure a stronger, more

Installation without existing chimney

into temporary accommodation such as yurt,
glamping pod, timber cabin etc:

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insulated (such as tents) will have a naturally weaker Cooking
buildings. Some of this reduced draught can be mitigated Your ApplePie stove comes as standard ready to cook
in various ways using the internal (removable) cookshelf

steaks, griddled vegetables etc.

as is possible in the case of using a short single skin pipe
Cooking on here as well as on any of the optional add-on
cook options, with a bit of practice will reward you with
some amazing food and an experience unrivalled on any
regular domestic oven.
Flue systems need to be fully self supporting via
appropriate support brackets. temperature control, which will require a little
understanding and practice.
In scenarios such as bell-tents, the lack of available rigid

griddle shelf, internal temperatures will be anywhere up to

350°C - substantially hotter than a regular domestic oven,
can then be secured to this independent post structure.
pizza oven - Food at this temperature will cook quickly!
Boats:
Additional pizza stones can be used on top of the plate to
Most of the same principles apply to boats when allow more even cooking of the pizza or breads.
compared to low-height temporary accommodation -
however additional guidelines available from document reduced and breads can be cooked direct on the cast iron
BS8511:2010 should be observed. plate without burning the bottom.

Generally boats are very well sealed and generally have

per log). After around 35 minutes the logs should tamp

importance. down and break up easily when hit gently with a poker.

insert the shelf onto the lowest available shelf support lugs
- Wear the heat resistant glove to do this and take care to
Domestic/ permanent dwelling position the shelf correctly so it is neither too far forward
without existing chimney (using pre-fabricated nor too far back (see Figure 4.1)
insulated chimney): Figure 4.1
When installing into a single storey building or extension,

observed. In the event of bends and offsets being required,

may need to be added to compensate.

used in this scenario, with maximum 1.5m uninsulated

Secure the door and wait 5 minutes. The cook plate should
now be up to temperature - We recommend the use of
a digital-laser-thermometer to help learn ideal cooking
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cooking skills. Using optional Top cook/warming plate
Use a suitable implement (such as pizza paddle) as well
as heat resistant glove or mitt to place the food onto the
cook shelf. (without top oven), the optional stainless steel plate will

For food such as raw meat, we suggest using a digital of water or to cook on using for example a ‘Dutch-oven’.
meat-thermometer probe to ensure safe cooking.
To achieve full temperature on the plate, the stove would

Cooking food directly onto the plate without pots/ pans is

It is important to avoid excessively fatty foods such as NOT advised as it will make a mess and could damage
burgers and fatty meats as this will smoke and spit, leaving paintwork.
deposits inside the stove and on the glass. Never use oil to
cook on the plate as this will create a lot of smoke at such Pat dry (but DON’T RUB!) the stove top/ body immediately
high temperatures. if there are any liquid spills.

Typically a pizza can be cooked in around 2 to 5 minutes When cooking using the top plate, we recommend the use
of heavy cast iron pots/ pans or heavy copper based pans
thickness. Go easy on the pizza toppings! Too much sauce for maximum heat absorption, retention and for even heat
or moisture in the toppings will make your pizza dough distribution.
soggy in the middle.
Cast iron Dutch ovens (cast iron pot with cast iron lid) are
If cooking for a lot of people or if cooking something which great for slow-cooking roasts and casseroles).
takes a long time such as when using a Dutch oven inside
the stove, the temperature can be kept up by using small
stick wood or smaller pieces of well split logs, one or two
at a time. - It is important NOT to add large fuel loads once expected to be a warming plate and is unlikely to get hot
the cook shelf is in place. enough to boil a kettle or to cook on.

See www.applepiestove.com for recipe ideas - we will

keep adding to these constantly for your inspiration!
shelf and place it somewhere safely - DO NOT quench the If you have your own recipes or beautiful images of
hot cast iron plate straight into water as you risk cracking cooking with your ApplePie stove, please email them
it. First let it cool fully. to us for a chance to win prizes in our regular photo
competitions!

The top oven option although smaller (think portion

control!) will be more similar to a regular domestic oven
in terms of cooking temperatures. It also will not have the

Being a heavy cast iron construction, the stove will need to

be on and well fuelled for at least an hour or so before the
top oven is up to around 200°C internally.

Again, using a digital laser thermometer will help the

internal cooking temperatures.

temperature.

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 Service Records
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 Warranty

limited warranty on the main body of the stove.

such as draught problems or chimney defects.
Details of Authorised Retailers can be found at www.
defrastoves.com or www.applepiestove.com 6) Damage caused by corrosion due to the appliance being
stored in unheated damp environments or by excessive
Your warranty needs to be registered within 30 days of
purchase and will be effective from date of purchase.

Your stove can be registered online:

http://www.defrastoves.com
8) Warranty claims are limited to the repair or supply of
replacement parts or entire appliance where necessary
Retailer network will carry the standard 12 month warranty.

If you do not register in time, or have not purchased

through an Authorised Retailer don’t worry - our stoves are warranty and any installation or removal costs or incidental
built to last and you are unlikely to have any issues. In the costs will neither be covered nor accepted.
unlikely event you do encounter any problems, we will still
be here to help.
right to either (at their discretion) replace, repair or refund
the purchase price of the goods in question.

commercial premises, rental accommodation or where the Replaced or repaired parts are covered for the remainder
primary user of the appliance will change on a regular basis of the Warranty period.
will be covered by a limited 12 month warranty only.
Should you encounter any problems with your system
To qualify, the appliance has to be installed to the relevant
Building Regulations standards by a suitably trained contact your installer.

If the appliance is suspected to be at fault, contact your

along with proof of purchase will be required to register the
warranty. - They will be able to help you quickly or contact us at

Any use of the appliance contrary to any instructions in this

manual will invalidate the warranty.
Record (see previous pages of this manual).
The Warranty guarantees the main stove body be free of
manufacturing defects for the relevant period.

Excluded from any warranty are:

considered a fault. Paint which has failed to cure properly

2) Consumable items including but not limited to internal

3) Damage caused by incorrect use, incorrect/ non-

be covered and will invalidate the warranty.

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 Apple-Core General Dimensions
- Pedestal of Apple-Stack adds 209mm to the overall height
- Top oven of Baked-Apple adds 171mm to the overall height

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