Stovax 7129 manual

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    Stockton 8 Integral Boiler Stove MODEL: 7129 Installation and Operating Instructions F or Use in Great Britain and Eire IMPORT ANT Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance. Keep them safe for future reference and when servicing the stove. PM140-Issue 1 (April 2005) This product is suitable for use in the stated countries.[...]

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    2 FOR Y OUR RECORDS T o assist us in any Guarantee claim please complete the following information:- Stovax dealer appliance was purchased from Name: ...................................................................................................................... Address: ........................................................................[...]

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    3 PRE-INST ALLA TION CHECKS Before installation of this product please read these instructions fully . It is very important to also understand the requirements of the UK Building Regulations (England and W ales – Document J / Scotland - P art F), along with any local regulations that may apply . Should any conflict occur between these instruction[...]

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    4 PRE-INST ALLA TION CHECKS Check that the Flue or Chimney is structurally sound. In particular , it should not be possible for products of combustion to come into contact with combustible materials in the structure of the building . Check the flue draught. This should be done with all windows and doors closed and any extraction fans in adjoining r[...]

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    5 INST ALLA TION 3. HEA TING CIRCUIT All water heating installations should be designed, before product installation, and installed by a competent heating engineer in conjunction with the requirements detailed in the following: The Building Regulations The Local W ater Authority Bylaws IEE Wiring Regulations BS 5449: 1 Any other relevant Local Auth[...]

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    6 INST ALLA TION Hot water An allowance should be made in any calculation for the heat requirement for any hot water tank fitted to the system. Pipe losses Consideration should be given heat loses through the pipework used in the heating circuit.[...]

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    7 INST ALLA TION Because each installation is unique to the property , it is not possible to give full details of the constructional hearth setting . However , this should be constructed to comply with the requirements of the Building Regulations and be made using “ best practice” construction methods. Remember that many fireplace openings will[...]

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    8 INST ALLA TION 2.7 The system vent should be a minimum diameter of 22mm and fitted with an air separation device. 2.8 The Heat Sink (Slumber circuit) must be rated to suit the minimum heat output at slow running , and have no manual or automatic closing valves fitted. 2.9 Thermostatic flow controls (90°C flow and 55°C return) should be fitted t[...]

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    9 INST ALLA TION 3. COMMISSIONING 3.1 Check there are no leaks in the water system and all internal parts are correctly fitted, all seals are undamaged and the air controls and door catch are operating freely . The fit of the door may be adjusted if required by moving the hinge blocks. This may be done by loosening the hinge clamping nuts, and re-t[...]

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    10 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Caution! P arts of the Stockton stove are manufactured from cast iron, which needs to be tempered before the stove is operated at the highest temperatures. Therefore it is recommended that the stove is operated at low temperatures for the first 24 hours of use. During this time the appliance may give off some unpleasant o[...]

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    11 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Solid Fuel 1.1 Using solid fuel. 1.2 Open the Airwash air control to approximately 50% open and Primary air control fully . See diagram 1. 1.3 Place some pieces of firelighters or dry crumpled paper on the grate and cover with some small pieces of dry kindling wood. Light the paper or firelighters. Do not burn plastics. 1[...]

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    12 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 1.4 As the fire becomes established add larger pieces of wood and close the Primary air control and control the burn rate using the Airwash air control only . 1.5 T o burn wood efficiently it is best to allow a bed od ash to build-up on the grate, and continue to control the combustion using the Airwash air control only .[...]

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    13 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 3. ASH REMOV AL 3.1 The burning of any fuel will produce ash, which will have to be removed after a period of use. This time will depend on the fuel used. Before removing the ash from the appliance it is advisable to let the fire burn down to a low level, or even go out completely . 3.2 The ashpan can then be removed from[...]

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    14 MAINTENANCE 1.GENERAL CLEANING 1.1 W e would recommend that your Stockton stove be cleaned fully on a regular basis, according to the level of use. Attention should be given to cleaning the flueways and removing ash. Regular cleaning and preventive maintenance will help give many years of safe use. 2. CLEANING GLASS 2.1 While the correct use of [...]

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    15 MAINTENANCE 4.4 Clean the internal surfaces of the appliance using a wire brush and scraper as required. V acuum and brush the resulting debris from the stove then give the inside of the appliance a protective coating of light oil, such as WD40®. 4.5 Clean the Grate parts with a wire brush, and check the parts for any damage. Replace any damage[...]

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    16 MAINTENANCE 5. RECOMMENDED FUELS W ood:- Burn only seasoned timber , with a moisture content of less than 20%. In most cases this would require drying cut wood for 12 to 18 months before use. P oor quality timber could cause low combustion efficiency , produce large amounts of harmful condensation, which could reduce the effectiveness of the air[...]

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    MAINTENANCE 6. STOV AX STOVECARE PRODUCTS The following products, all available from your local Stovax stove stockist, will help you to keep your stove in the best possible condition. T ask P roduct name Stovax code number Glass cleaning Stove glass cleaner (500ml wipe- on) 4111 Stove glass cleaner (500ml spray-on) 4103 Preventing the Protector (15[...]

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    Stovax Ltd, F alcon Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter , Devon, England EX2 7LF T el: (01392) 474011 F ax: (01392) 219932 E-mail: info@stovax.com www .stovax.com[...]