- Product type: Fireplace insert
- Series/model: Adour 500
- Fuel: Wood
- Variants at VillaHome: With turbofan / without turbofan
- Nominal output: 5.0 kW
- Output range: 4–7 kW
- Efficiency: 77%
- Energy class: A
- CO emissions: 0.07%
- Heating volume: 111 m³
- Heating area: 44 m²
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 490 × 490 × 400 mm
- Firebox (W × H × D): 404 × 235 × 290 mm
- Weight: 65 kg
- Max log length: 40 cm
- Flue connection: Ø150 mm
- Exterior material: Steel
- Firebox lining: Vermiculite
- External air supply: Yes
- Features: Double combustion, Easy Fire Control, Extra Clean Glass, Cleaning Access, Silence Mode on the turbofan version
- CE marking: Yes. Documentation: declaration of performance (DoP)
The Lacunza Adour 500 has a compact, almost square black front and a straight glass panel that provides a clear view of the fire even when the wall opening is limited. It is smaller than the Adour 600 and 700, making it ideal when a larger insert would be too dominant or not fit within the planned surround.
You can choose the model with a turbofan for fan-assisted heat distribution or the version without a turbine for a simpler installation without this feature. The basic design for both includes external combustion air, combustion control, and glass air washing, which helps keep the glass cleaner.
The insert itself is included, not a finished mantel or chimney solution. Plan for air vents, a flue duct, and service access before the wall is closed up. Choose the Adour 500 if size and a clean front view are more important than the length of the logs and the width of the firebox.
Installation
Installation must be carried out by a qualified installer in accordance with the Lacunza manual and applicable regulations. For the Adour 500, the manual specifies safety distances to combustible materials of 350 mm above, 1440 mm in front, and 200 mm to the sides/rear. The support must be able to bear the weight of the completed installation, and combustible flooring must be properly protected.
Built-in Installation and Ventilation
When built in, the surround must be ventilated to prevent heat from becoming trapped. Lacunza specifies a minimum fresh air opening of 1000 cm² under the appliance and a minimum hot air outlet of 1250 cm² above. External combustion air must be connected in accordance with the manual when used.
Firing, Care and Servicing
Before the first firing, check the glass, smoke duct, seals, door closure, and deflector. Burn dry wood according to the instructions in the manual. Clean the glass, ash compartment, air intakes, and smoke paths when the insert is cold, and keep access for servicing and chimney sweeping clear. The version with a turbine also requires that ventilation ducts and electrical components are kept free from dust and obstructions.
Combustion Air and Chimney
Size the chimney according to the model's smoke connection and check whether the relevant version has external air supply. Air ducts and any ducted hot air must be planned before the surround is closed and must remain accessible for inspection.
Firing and Air Control
Use dry, untreated wood and follow the Lacunza manual for wood quantity and air control. Double combustion and glass air flushing work best when the air passages are kept clear and the fireplace is not overloaded. Open the door gently when adding wood and avoid overfiring.
