Do-it-yourself Sauna Stove (brick And Metal): Installation, Drawings, Step-by-step Instructions, Etc. + Video

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-17 22:26

Need a sauna stove? Do it yourself

Probably, there is not a single owner of suburban housing who would not want to build a real Russian or Finnish bath on his site. In order for expectations to coincide with reality, it is necessary to carefully consider the equipment and layout of the structure. And you must definitely choose and install the stove, because it is she who is the heart of any steam room. Of course, you can buy a ready-made unit, but will the standard design make it possible to realize everything conceived? A bath stove that will fully meet all the needs of the owner is best built with your own hands.

Content

• 1 Homemade stoves for a wooden steam room: advantages and disadvantages

  • 1.1 Brick ovens for a frame bath
  • 1.2 Stoves-heaters for a bath made of metal
• 2 Choosing a stove for a steam room: types of designs

• 3 Calculations, diagrams, drawings

  3.1 Photo gallery: projects of wood-burning sauna stoves

• 4 Materials and tools

• 5 Preparatory work

  • 5.1 How to correctly calculate and install the foundation
  • 5.2 Solution preparation rules
  • 5.3 Cutting workpieces

• 6 Step-by-step instructions for laying the walls of a brick sauna stove with your own hands

  • 6.1 Construction of a small iron stove

    6.1.1 Video: how to weld a metal bath stove with a boiler

  • 6.2 How to impose a hollow brick on a steel structure: building a combination oven

• 7 Other structural elements

  • 7.1 Installation of a chimney (chimney) in a Russian bath

  • 7.2 Installing the hot water drum (liquid heat exchanger)

    7.2.1 Video: how to lay out a brick stove with a built-in water heater

• 8 How to finish the stove, depending on its type

  8.1 Photo gallery: examples of finishing stone and iron stoves of different sizes

• 9 How to heat the stove with wood
• 10 Video: how to choose a stove for a Russian bath and a Finnish sauna (expert advice)

Homemade stoves for a wooden steam room: advantages and disadvantages

Almost all existing designs of home-made sauna stoves are not inferior to factory units in terms of appearance, efficiency and productivity. In addition, they are easy to maintain and durable.

A modern sauna stove does not take up much space and is highly practical

As for the opportunity to save space in the steam room, then a homemade design can be entered into the existing room more rationally. Although the choice of the type of stove depends mainly on the features of use (for example, if the bath is two-story, then the stove can serve as a source of water heating) and the arrangement of the bath rooms, nevertheless, several general requirements can be distinguished:

1. Sufficient heat output and the ability to adjust it.
2. Operational safety.
3. The presence of additional elements to redirect convection flows.
4. The ability to adjust the temperature and humidity.

A brick heater is not only a tribute to tradition, but also a truly warm, soulful atmosphere

All modern units for equipping steam rooms can be divided into two types according to the material of manufacture:

• brick stoves;
• metal heating devices.

To understand their performance in more detail, let's take a closer look at each option.

Brick ovens for frame baths

Burnt brick has long been considered the best material for building sauna stoves. Even today, despite the availability of simpler and cheaper options, many prefer a brick structure. And not so much for a solid and presentable appearance, but for the ability to create an indescribable atmosphere of home warmth and comfort. Other advantages of brick heat generators are no less important:

1. High heat storage capacity. The stove heats up quickly and even after the fuel has completely burned out, it retains heat for 6–8 hours.
2. The ability to heat rooms of any size. Sauna stoves can be large enough to heat multiple-room installations, including a steam room, changing room, and a meeting room.
3. Subject to the rules of operation, a brick oven is safer than any other heater with an open flame.

Often, the firebox of a brick oven is taken out into the dressing room, leaving only the heater in the steam room

Such a stove is not without its drawbacks, which will have to pay for the unique atmosphere and comfort. And, I must say, they are no less significant than the advantages:

1. Complexity of installation. To build such a furnace, bricklaying skills are required.
2. Higher cost. Most often, this factor is due to the need to buy refractory materials and furnace casting.
3. Long heating time, so you need to melt it beforehand.
4. Big sizes.

As you can see, brick is far from an unambiguous choice for building a sauna stove. Nevertheless, if you want to equip not just a steam room, but a full-fledged place for rest and relaxation, then this design is optimal. In addition, it is quite possible to build it with your own hands, if you use the orders and drawings of operating furnaces.

Metal sauna heaters

Some steam lovers consider the metal stove in the bath unacceptable for use. Nevertheless, it is necessary to seriously consider this option, since it has a lot of undeniable advantages:

1. The metal stove is compact and can be installed anywhere.
2. Installation takes a minimum amount of time. With the ability to handle a welding machine, such a furnace can be built in a few hours.
3. Low cost. It is not necessary to buy sheet metal to make a furnace. You can use a variety of metal containers, pipe cuttings, car rims and other scrap metal.
4. Instant heat dissipation. The steel stove begins to radiate heat immediately after kindling, and heats up the room in a matter of minutes.

If we talk about the shortcomings of iron bath stoves, then there are few of them. How quickly it warms up, so quickly it cools down. The temperature in the room will begin to drop immediately after the wood burns out. Of course, a massive stove can somewhat alleviate the situation, but even with it metal stoves cannot compete with brick ones in terms of heat transfer. Another disadvantage is the danger of getting burned on the hot walls, although it can be easily eliminated by installing a protective screen.

A good stove can be made from sheet metal yourself.

The best option that can combine all the advantages of metal and brick sauna stoves are combined ones (made of steel and lined with red brick). At the same time, the requirements for the tightness of the masonry joints are reduced, and there is no need to arrange a massive foundation.

Choosing a stove for a steam room: varieties of designs

To make the right choice, you need to have an idea of other features of the sauna stoves. Today we can talk about classification according to the following criteria:

• heating rate;
• layout features;
• way of heating the heater;
• fuel used.

All sauna stoves can be divided into “hot” and “cold” depending on the temperature of the outer walls. In the former, the surface temperature reaches more than 100 ° C, which makes it possible to very quickly heat up a large room. Such a stove is indispensable if the steam room is used sporadically, and constant heating is not provided in it. It is only from the advantages of such structures that significant disadvantages follow. Firstly, touching the hot walls is fraught with burns. Secondly, rapid heating is difficult to control, so there is an increased likelihood of accidental overheating of the air and, as a result, heatstroke.

"Cold" stoves require a longer heating, but the temperature of their walls, even with the most intense flame, does not rise above 50-60 degrees. It is impossible to accidentally burn yourself on it. In addition, the ability of "cold" ovens to accumulate heat makes it possible to maintain the desired air temperature for several hours. This facilitates the operation of structures intended for regular use. It is also important that the heating extended over time allows you to set the optimal temperature and humidity in the room.

As for the layout, there are options for placing the stove both in the steam room itself and in the dressing room. The first design is certainly cheaper and easier to install. However, it has several disadvantages. For example, when the door is opened to add fuel, smoke can enter the room. In addition, due to the high humidity, it will not be possible to store firewood next to the stove, and every time it will not be very convenient to run after them to another room. The safety of the structure will also suffer, since in a cramped steam room the risk of touching a hot door increases many times over. Therefore, it is better to mount a remote combustion part, which can be placed in an adjacent room, and leave only the heater in the steam room. Of course, this option has the right to life only if the bath has a sufficient area.

The open stove design is the most popular

If we talk about the method of heating the stove, then today stoves in which the stones do not come into contact with fire are especially popular. They are placed in a special enclosure welded to the casing of the heater, or in metal baskets that are placed on the walls or on the chimney. In this case, the temperature of the stones reaches 400 degrees. The advantage of this method is the ability to heat the stove and regulate air humidity at the same time as taking water procedures.

Batch ovens are designed in a completely different way. In them, stones are in contact with combustion products, therefore they are heated to a very high temperature - 1000 ° C and more. But you can only start health-improving activities after the firewood has completely burned out and carbon monoxide has been removed from the interior of the oven. And in order to prevent the stove from cooling quickly, it is closed with a casing or a hinged door.

Knowing all the features of sauna stoves, it is not at all difficult to choose the right design, focusing on the features of a particular building, operational requirements and personal preferences of the owner.

Calculations, diagrams, drawings

Some masters prefer to build a bath stove "by eye", arguing this by the simplicity and undemanding construction. But the thermal regime and the quality of the steam depend on how correctly it is designed (if desired, you can always put a steam generator in the bath). For example, with excess power, the air in the steam room will heat up very quickly, but the stones will remain cold for a long time. If the performance of the heating device is not enough, then it will constantly be overheated, which will quickly disable it.

The calculation of the parameters of the sauna stove is based on the actual volume of the room. To determine the volume of the steam room, three quantities are multiplied - its length, height and width. After that, adjustments are made related to the features of a particular structure. So, for baths with a bare log house, the obtained value must be increased by 1.5 times, and for each non-insulated square meter of surface (windows, doors, etc.), 1.2 m ^{3 is} added to the volume of the room. For example, the actual volume of an uninhabited building measuring 2x2x3 m with a window (1x1 m9 and a glass door (1x2 m (taken equal to V = 2x2x3x1.5 + 1.2 + 2.4 = 21.6 m ³.

Experienced stove-makers calculate the power of the stove based on the fact that 1 kW of energy is required for each cubic meter of the actual volume of the steam room. So, in our case, a 20-kW heater is suitable. To calculate the size of its firebox, the resulting power is multiplied by 2. For example, in the example discussed above, a furnace section with a volume of 40 liters is required. As for the linear dimensions, the height of the combustion chamber should be no more than 2/3, and the depth should not be less than 2.5 of its width.

Photo gallery: projects of wood-burning sauna stoves

The order of a small sauna stove will help to carry out the correct calculation of the material

Metal stoves-heaters can be with different arrangement of the water heating tank

The drawing of the stove for a steel bath must be made as detailed as possible

The orders of the stove with an open heater will greatly simplify the masonry process

The vertical sauna stove fits perfectly into a small room

For the bath, you can use pipes of any diameter

The size of the stove for the steam room zaivist from the bath area

The chimney can be placed on the side

Materials and tools

In order to build a brick oven, you will need:

• red and refractory bricks;
• clay;
• sand;
• blower door;
• furnace door;
• grate bars;
• cleaning doors;
• asbestos-cement slab;
• stones.

When choosing a refractory material, preference is given to brick of standard size

Since a brick oven requires a solid foundation, a reinforced concrete foundation must be poured. For this, cement and crushed stone are additionally prepared, as well as a metal mesh or reinforcing rods.

In your work, you will need the traditional tools of a stove maker or bricklayer:

• trowel;
• hammer pickaxe;
• bubble or laser level;
• mooring cord;
• plumb line;
• construction square 40x40 cm
• rammer;
• plastering rule;
• containers for mortar and bulk materials.

If your choice is a metal oven, then prepare:

• sheet steel with a thickness of 1 and 5 mm (it is better to use heat-resistant grades);
• grate;
• metal corner with shelf 40-50 mm.

Doors can be made of the same metal or use purchased ones by hanging them on hinges and latches. A steel pipe with a diameter of at least 100 mm can be taken as a chimney. Its length should be at least 4 m - this will provide good traction. By the way, a metal chimney can also be used for a stone stove.

A beautiful cast-iron door will make the stove more attractive

As for the tools, to build a metal heater you will need:

• welding transformer or inverter;
• angle grinder;
• cleaning and cutting wheel for metal;
• electric drill with a set of drills;
• roulette;
• scriber.

If the design of the bath stove includes a tank for heating water, then you should additionally take care of a large-diameter pipe cut, threads and taps that may be needed to equip a hot water supply system.

Preparatory work

Work begins with the preparation of the construction site. If the stove is installed in the wall between the steam room and the dressing room, then part of the wall is cut out. When placed in the corner, the walls are protected with mineral thermal insulation, after which they are lined with red bricks. When choosing a place, it is imperative to provide for how the chimney will be installed - it is possible that floor beams or rafters will interfere with its installation.

How to calculate and install the foundation correctly

You should be aware that even a small metal stove-heater is an impressive structure, not to mention brick structures weighing hundreds of kilograms. Therefore, the first thing to do is to build a solid, reliable foundation.

For foundation construction:

1. At the place of installation of the structure, a pit is dug with a depth of 0.5–0.6 m and dimensions that are 20–25 cm larger than the dimensions of the furnace.
2. The bottom of the pit is covered with sand (layer 10-15 cm), after which it is watered and thoroughly tamped.
3. After that, a cushion of crushed stone or granite dropout is laid with a thickness of up to 20 cm.

4. For arranging a reinforced concrete slab, a plank formwork is built around the perimeter of the pit, inside which an armored belt is mounted at a height of 7-10 cm from the bottom.

   

   The foundation of the stove for the steam room is best equipped at the very first stages of the construction of the bath

5. Foundation concrete is prepared by mixing 1 part of M-400 cement with 4 parts of crushed stone and 3 parts of sand. When using M-500 cement, the proportion of sand can be increased to 4 parts. There should be enough water so that the concrete, laid in a slide, does not spread and at the same time retains its plasticity. Immediately after preparation, the solution is poured into the formwork, be sure to compact it with vibration. The surface of the foundation is leveled with a rule, after which it is covered with plastic wrap and left until the solution has completely set.

Solution preparation rules

For laying a brick heater, you can use both factory mixes and a simple clay-sand mortar. For its preparation, river sand and oily clay are best suited - it is more plastic, and forms a strong seam during the drying process. To determine the amount of both components, an experiment is carried out. To do this, small parts of clay and sand are mixed in different proportions, after which balls about 5 cm in diameter are rolled out of the solution. Clumps of clay, dried for several minutes, are squeezed between two wooden planks, observing the beginning of cracking of their surface. The optimal composition is one in which the ball began to collapse only after it was compressed by 2/3 of its original size. If this happens earlier, then the amount of clay in the solution must be increased.

Not only convenience in work depends on the quality of the clay solution, but also the strength of the entire structure.

Another way to determine the quality of the masonry mixture is to lower a wooden spatula into a bucket of mortar. The mixture should not drain immediately after removing the tool from the container - this indicates an increased sand content. If there is a lot of clay, then the composition will spread unevenly over the surface of the blade, with the formation of lumps. The optimum composition forms a layer 1.5–2 mm thick.

Cutting blanks

For the construction of a metal furnace, a steel sheet with a thickness of at least 4 mm is used. It will take a lot of time and effort to cut it with a grinder, in addition, you will have to spend more than one abrasive disc. If possible, it is better to cut the metal in advance using a gas cutter or plasma cutter. Even if you or someone you know does not have such equipment, do not despair. Now at any nearby enterprise or car service there is everything you need, including a specialist who can help you.

It is best to use a special tool for cutting blanks.

DIY step-by-step instructions for laying the walls of a brick sauna stove

The design of a solid and simple "cold" stove differs from other brick stoves only slightly. The firebox is laid out from chamotte or other refractory material, an ash pan is arranged under it. In the overlap between the working chamber and the blower there is a grate, which is necessary to supply air to the combustion zone.

All dimensions should be indicated on the drawing

The differences relate only to the arrangement of the heater. It can be set in "white" or "black". In the first case, stones are laid on top of a metal plate, while in the second type of stoves, the stove is in direct contact with fire, as a result of which they heat the room much faster and provide hotter and drier steam (if desired, a steam generator can be used in the bath).

Drawings and orders of one of these furnaces give a complete picture of its internal structure and features of the gas duct.

The orders of a brick heat generator for a bath are necessary for calculating the material

The following instructions will help you to lay out the walls correctly:

1. The prepared foundation is covered with roofing material, after which the "basement" or zero row is laid dry. It is made in solid red brick. The appearance of the sauna stove depends on how flat the base will be, therefore, both the level of the structure and its geometric parameters should be constantly monitored.

   

   Experts recommend one or two basement rows to perform a continuous

2. The first and second rows lay the shape of the furnace and the configuration of niches under the ash pan and the stove. They are advised to be made of fireproof red bricks.
3. On top of the second row, an asbestos-cement sheet with a size of 550x650x10 mm is laid. It will form the bottom of the ash pan.
4. In the third row, the same stove is installed on the other side, under the firebox.

5. In the fourth row, they lay out a niche under the stove and lay the base of the combustion chamber. Under and walls are made of fireclay bricks, after which a grate is installed.

   

   Fireclay bricks are used for laying the furnace part.

6. The combustion chamber is built up in the fifth row and a partial overlap of the bottom of the heater is performed. A small opening in its lower part will be needed to drain excess water.

7. In the seventh row, a layer of stones is laid and a furnace door is mounted. To do this, sections of steel wire are threaded into the ears cast on its frame. Then the cast-iron part is set in place and fixed with bricks, props, etc. Before the next row, the wire is straightened and laid in the seams.

   

   To fasten the firebox door, use wire pieces laid in the masonry seam

8. In the eighth row, a channel is laid out connecting the firebox with the interior of the heater. Thanks to him, the hot gases will be directed to the stones.
9. Before laying the ninth row, a horizontal valve of the direct gas duct is installed.

10. In the tenth row, a vertical damper is mounted, through which the stove can be isolated from the chimney. This will direct the flow of gases into the chimney along the shortest path. The rest of the stones are laid out here, after which the stove cover is made from a steel sheet 1 mm thick.

    

    Installation of a vertical damper is required

11. The combustion chamber is covered with a cast iron stove. An asbestos cord or basalt cardboard is used as a seal.
12. On the eleventh and twelfth rows, they finish building up the furnace massif, preparing the base for the chimney.

After the stove is folded, install the water tank and chimney.

The device of a small iron stove-heater

If you have even the most minimal experience in welding, a metal bath stove can be built in just one day. Small dimensions (length, height and width of this model are equal to 900x800x600 mm) allow you to install the heater even in the smallest steam room.

A metal stove can also be installed in a small steam room

The manufacture of the stove is carried out in stages:

1. Four legs are mounted to a base sheet with dimensions of 600x900 mm, after which the outer perimeter is scalded with a metal corner with a shelf of 30x30 mm.
2. From the same corner, the frame of the future furnace is constructed in the form of a parallelepiped.
3. In the bottom of the furnace, a hole is cut out for the grate, after which the sheet is welded to the vertical posts at a height of 320 mm from the base of the ash pan.
4. The grates are being mounted. If it was not possible to get the factory cast iron grates, then it is possible to weld a grate from pieces of reinforcement Ø14–20 mm. The rods are installed in parallel, keeping a distance of 10–12 mm between them.
5. To make the overlap of the combustion chamber (it will also serve as the base of the stove), a 400x600 mm window is cut out in a metal sheet with a size of 600x900 mm. On the resulting opening, a lattice of steel rods Ø15–20 mm is mounted, between which a gap of 20–25 mm is maintained. It is possible to form the base of the stove from only one piece of reinforcement by making the external strapping of the grill from a corner of 30x30 mm. In this case, the space under the chimney is sewn up with metal to a width of 200-250 mm. This is necessary so that the heated gases go into the chimney not directly, but through stones.
6. Using a welding machine, the rear part of the furnace is sheathed with a steel sheet with dimensions of 600x700 mm, and the side ones - with metal elements 800 mm long and 700 mm high.
7. A front panel is mounted with a furnace and blower opening.

8. The hinges are welded, the doors are hung and equipped with latches.

   

   Doors can be made from the same sheet as the furnace body

9. The top of the stove, at a distance of at least 250–300 mm from the rear wall, is covered with a steel sheet with a cutout for the chimney pipe.
10. A piece of pipe with a diameter of at least 120 mm is introduced into the outlet hole to a depth of 100 mm, after which it is welded with a continuous seam.

The sauna stove is put in place and filled with stones, trying to fit them as tightly as possible. After that, focusing on the height of the heater, the top cover is made of 1 mm thick metal. The stove can be fired immediately after connecting the chimney.

Video: how to cook a metal bath stove with a boiler

How to overlay a steel structure with hollow bricks: building a combination oven

If necessary, the metal stove can be lined with stone or hollow red bricks. Due to the increased storage capacity, the heat from the stove will radiate much longer, which is especially important for devices with a stove equipped with a "black". The decision to dress the furnace in a brick shell is taken even at the design stage, since the increased dimensions of the structure require the necessary allowances for arranging the foundation. In the process of work, you should adhere to the following tips:

1. For masonry, only a heat-resistant mortar is used - natural from clay or a heat-resistant prefabricated oven mixture.
2. The distance from brickwork to metal walls must be at least 100 mm. The air gap will protect the shell from high temperatures and will allow it to keep warm for several hours longer.
3. Airflows are left in the lower and upper parts of the barrels - special openings, due to which the intensity of convection is significantly increased.
4. The outer case can be made either solid or staggered with bricks.

A metal stove with a red brick jacket combines the properties of both types of device

In order to save material, the brick can be laid not flat, but on the edge. Of course, the heat capacity of such a casing will be lower. By the way, it is also possible to transfer the oven to the category of "colder" ones by installing external screens made of metal sheets. They will not allow you to burn yourself against the hot walls and will enhance convection heat transfer.

Other structural elements

Replacing the oven is not enough. It will function only if there is good draft, which will be provided by a properly constructed chimney. In addition, a real bath should have not only dry steam, but also a sufficient amount of hot water. For this, the oven is equipped with a tank for heating it.

Installation of a chimney (chimney) in a Russian bath

Its design depends entirely on which oven it is intended for. So, a massive brick unit needs a pipe with an increased flow area, while even a chimney with a diameter of 100 mm will provide traction in a small heating device. When calculating the chimney, experts recommend starting from the dimensions of the blowing opening, taking its cross section equal to 1/2 of the area of the window for air supply.

The thickness of the walls of the chimney, as well as the section of the internal channel, should not be less than half of the brick. In the construction process, two types of mortar are used - clay for building up an array of pipes indoors and cement or lime - for working outside. Thanks to the latter, the masonry seams will not collapse under the influence of moisture.

Although more loyal requirements are imposed on the installation of a chimney for a sauna stove than for heating appliances in residential buildings, it must rise at least 0.5 m above the roof level.

Installing a hot water barrel (liquid heat exchanger)

The sauna stove can be equipped with an open or closed water heating tank. If the building is connected to the water supply, then it is better to install a sealed container, be sure to equip it with a safety valve configured to operate when the pressure in the system is exceeded by 3-4 atm. Otherwise, the water heater will have to be filled manually, through the opening in its upper part.

The water in the tank is heated in two ways. The first is that the container is installed in the back of the firebox or above it. The second involves the installation of a water heater on the chimney. Passing through the inner channel, the heated gases give off their heat, quickly heating the water to a high temperature.

The water heater provides you with hot water

For the manufacture of a boiler, a steel sheet with a thickness of at least 3 mm is used, boiling its joints with a continuous seam. The pipe that is installed inside must be thick-bodied, otherwise, due to high humidity and temperature, it will quickly corrode.

If the building has running water (for example, if your frame bath has a bathroom), then the tank can be replaced with a liquid heat exchanger. Its circuit is welded from steel pipes up to 1 inch in diameter, installing the structure at the rear of the firebox. To prevent water boiling, the heat exchanger is equipped with a bypass valve, from the outlet of which a pipeline is laid to the heater.

Video: how to lay out a brick stove with a built-in water heater

How to finish the stove, depending on its type

Exterior decoration will help to give the sauna stove individuality. It can be done in various ways - from simple joining of brickwork to facing with marble or granite slabs. It all depends on the taste and financial capabilities of the owner.

Photo gallery: examples of finishing stone and iron stoves of different sizes

The stove, lined with glossy slabs, looks like a fireplace

Natural stone finishes can be very unusual

The furnace part in the form of a fireplace portal looks unusual

Granite is ideal for cladding a sauna stove

A flat stone can be used to decorate not only the oven itself, but also the adjacent wall

Although a wooden fence is not a full-fledged finish, it can save you from burns

The overall structure can be built from facing bricks and simply embroider the seams

How to heat the stove with wood

Before firing up the stove, it is necessary to close the heater channel and open the damper of the direct flue. This will significantly increase traction. Then they put firewood in the firebox, afterburn it with paper or rags dipped in kerosene or barbecue liquid.

The stove is best heated with hardwood firewood.

After the firewood has flared up, it is necessary to open the valve of the channel that connects the firebox to the stove and close the direct flue. At this time, the stones should be covered with a lid.

The stove is heated until the temperature in the steam room rises above 60 ° C. After the firewood has completely burned out with a poker, it is imperative to check if there is unburned wood in the corners of the firebox. If such pieces of logs are found, then they must be thrown away, otherwise they will smoke. The heat must be checked for the presence of blue flames. If they are, then you can't steam yet, because you can get crazy.

Burning coals are thrown out in the same way as unburned wood. After that, water is poured onto the stove, which will remove soot from its surface, and the walls and shelves of the bath are washed from soot.

Video: how to choose a stove for a Russian bath and a Finnish sauna (expert advice)

It is not difficult to build a stove for a bath. It is only important to choose the right heating device, and when building it, follow the recommendations of experienced craftsmen. As for the operation, you should always remember about the safety rules and the features of the stove's firebox.