Stovax Medium Wood & Multi-fuel manual

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    PM231 - Issue 2 (November 2008) Riva Plus Wood & Multi-fuel Free Standing Stove M ODELS : SMALL, MIDI, MEDIUM & LARGE WOOD & MULTI-FUEL Instructions for Use, Installation and Servicing For use in GB & IE (Great Britain and Republic of Ireland). IMPORTANT This appliance will become hot whilst in operation, it is therefore recommended[...]

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    COVERING THE FOLLOWING MODELS: SMALL, MIDI, MEDIUM & LARGE WOOD & MULTI-FUEL 2 APPLIANCE COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST 3 USER INSTRUCTIONS 4 General Points 4 Using the Appliance for the first time 5 Recommended Fuels 5 Lighting the Fire 6 Running the Appliance 6 Burning Tips 8 Optional Fan Kit 9 Optional Outside Air Kit 9 Ash Removal 9 Extended B[...]

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    3 APPLIANCE COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST To assist us in any guarantee claim please complete the following information:- Dealer appliance was purchased from Name: ................................................................................................................................................................. Address: .....................[...]

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    4 USER INSTRUCTIONS 1. GENERAL POINTS 1.1 Before use of this appliance please read these instructions fully. 1.2 All local regulations, including those referring to national and European Standards need to be complied with when installing the appliance. 1.3 Only use for domestic heating in accordance with these operating instructions. 1.4 You must b[...]

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    5 3. RECOMMENDED FUELS 3.1 Wood Logs:  •Burn only seasoned timber with a moisture content of less than 20% Wood Length Appliance Wood Length Riva Plus Small 250mm Riva Plus Midi 300mm Riva Plus Medium 350mm Riva Plus Large 400mm  •Dry newly cut wood for 12 to 18 months before?[...]

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    6 USER INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 For advice on suitable solid fuels:*  •Contact your local approved coal merchant A number of factors can affect the performance of the appliance. See Section 16 for details. 4. LIGHTING THE FIRE 4.1 For best results:  •Setaircontr ols ,SeeDia gra m5 PR8024 Slide to the far right [...]

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    7 USER INSTRUCTIONS 5.3 Experience establishes settings to suit personal preferences. PR8035 Opti Burn Position Position 1: Full Running Position 2: Opti-Burn Adjust left to reduce output  •Lowest heat out put for burning wood (Opti Burn). This position helps keep the glass clean, Diagram 9 Shut Down Position P[...]

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    8 USER INSTRUCTIONS 6.3 Air inlets puffing smoke Combustion gases build up in the firebox and ignite as small explosions, causing smoke to puff out of the air inlets and other openings. This occurs if the air controls are shut soon after adding new fuel to a very hot fire. Stop by opening the air controls to increase combustion air and burning rate[...]

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    9 USER INSTRUCTIONS To reduce these problems:  •Use good quality kindling wood to start the fire  •Burn initially at a high temperature for a short period  •Fit a rain cowl to the chimney Your installer should advise you on possible solutions. If the applia[...]

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    10 12.2 Do not use the appliance after a chimney fire until: a) I t has been inspected by a registered installer, confirming the appliance is safe to use* b) The chimney system inspected and swept by a chimney sweep, confirming the system is structurally sound and free from obstruction before re-use.** c) It is repaired as required before re-use. U[...]

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    11 18.4 Appliance is producing tar: This is identified by:  •A very strong pungent smell shortly after the appliance is lit and heats up  •Glass blackening  •Thick, brown and sticky tar oozes from the pipe joints This is caused by burning damp wood and burning your [...]

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    12 2. PACKING LIST • Instructions • Guaranteecard • FlueCollar • Tools:Hex Keys • Gloves • BlankingPlate • DoorTool - Double Door Only • AshPan Tool - Multi-fuel • AccessoriesCatalogue • ThermicSeal • RiddlingTool - Multi-fuel TECHNICAL S[...]

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    13 SITE REQUIREMENTS RIVA DIMENSIONS Description Model A B C D E F (dia) G H I J K Riva Plus Small RVP-SMM/ RVP-SMW 723 637 551 474 420 105 338 128 438 128 378 Riva Plus Large RVP-LAM/ RVP-LAW 1013 848 687 700 640 166 463 150 549 153 499 Alldimensions in mm. (25.4 mm = 1”) PR8120 PR8119 Riva Small A A B B C C D D E E F F K K [...]

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    14 SITE REQUIREMENTS In the U.K: *BS 6461: Part 1, and the requirements of Building Regulations * *Thisshould be done by a NACS registered (UK only)/ INFOregistered (Eire only) chimney sweep, who will issue you with a certificate. † Building Regulations Document J Flue Plate: Where a hearth, f[...]

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    15 SITE REQUIREMENTS 2.1 The appliance must stand on a constructional hearth with the minimum dimensions as shown in the diagram below. 2.2 The building must have a suitable load-bearing capacity for the hearth and appliance.  •Consult a structural engineer for advice before proceeding 2.3 When fitting into an existing [...]

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    16 SITE REQUIREMENTS 3. WALLS NEXT TO A HEARTH Position of Appliance & Hearth in relation to walls Requirement for the walls Distance of hearth from wall 'C' Distance of Appliance to wall Min thickness of Wall 'W' Min height of wall 'H' 0mm 0mm - 50mm 200mm Height of appliance + 300mm Or 1200mmfrom the hea[...]

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    17 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKS 1. FLUE MODEL : Riva Plus Small RVP-SMM/RVP-SMW Riva Plus Large RVP-LAM/RVP-LAW Riva Traditional Small RVP-SMM/RVP-SMW Riva Traditional Large RVP-LAM/RVP-LAW Flue/Chimney Size Withoutflue liner Round (diameter) mm 150 150 inch 6 6 Without flue liner system Square (diameter) mm 135 135 inch 5 1 / 2 5 1 / 2 With[...]

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    18 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKS 3.1 This appliance requires ventilation to supply combustion air. Any room containing the appliance must have a permanent air vent opening with a total free area of at least 550mm 2 per kW of appliance rated output above 5kW. 3.2 Increase air supply provisions where a room contains multiple appliances. 3.3 If vents open i[...]

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    19 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS Before installation of this product please read these instructions fully. It is very important to understand the requirements of the national Building Regulations* and standards**, along with any local regulations and working practices that may apply. Should any conflict occur between these instructions and these regulations t[...]

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    20 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PR8054 All models Flue pipe x 612 long Seal Collar with fire cement Self tapping screws 2.2 Connect a flue pipe 612mm long by inserting it into the flue spigot and seal using fire cement. Fit the cast iron finishing collar over the flue pipe and locate into recess in the top cover PR8052 Connection to chimney as detaile[...]

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    21 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.5 Typical Top Flue Pipe Installation 600mm minimum PR8053 135 Elbow with access cover 600mm minimum All models Connection to chimney as detailed in Building Regulations Flue pipe x 612 long 1000mm max unsupported 4. REMOVAL OF THE LOG GUARD 4.1 To remove the Log guard:  •Lift Log Guard clear of [...]

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    22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PR8057 Upper Baffle Lower Baffle 5.3 Remove the Lower Baffle  (see diagram) by lifting the front edge to unhook it from the support bars  • Pullthe baffle forward to disengage the rear edge from the location above air inlet holes  • Rotatethe baffl[...]

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    23 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7. FITTING AND REMOVAL OF THE MULTI-FUEL GRATE 7.1 The Multi-fuel grate can be removed for cleaning to maintain good working condition. To remove the grate:  •Remove the log guard to enable access, See Section 4  •Remove the ashpan  •Remove the Riddling B[...]

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    24 8. FITTING AND REMOVAL OF THE WOOD BURNING TRAY 8.1 The Wood Burning tray can be removed for cleaning to maintain good working condition. To remove the Wood tray:  • Removethe Log guard, see Section 4  • Removethe bricks, see Section 5  • RemoveRight Hand Side first through?[...]

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    25 COMMISSIONING 1.1 To commission: • Replace the firebricks, baffle, and log retainer  • Check the door alignment and catch operation, adjust if required, see Installation Section 6. Adjusting Door hinges  • Check the soundness of door seals, castings and joints  •C heck the operation of the air controls 1.2 Now carry [...]

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    26 MAINTENANCE and SERVICING For a complete list of spare parts and accessories contact your Stovax or call 01392 474011 1. ANNUAL SERVICE 1.1 At the end of the heating season strip, inspect and clean the appliance as detailed:  •Allow appliance to cool  •Remove all of the following internal parts; baff[...]

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    27 1.4 Using the appliance for the first time:  • Burn at a low output for the first day of use This allows the seals, fixing glues and paint to fully cure. 1.5 During this time the appliance may give off some unpleasant odours:  •Keep the room well ventilated to avoid a build-up of fumes. 1.6 Your Stov[...]

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    28 MAINTENANCE and SERVICING  •Press the new Stovax rope into the locating groove, placing the joint in the middle of the lower edge of the door  •Refit the door and close the door to apply pressure to the new rope  •Leave the appliance closed for [...]

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    29 BASIC SPARE PARTS LIST RIVA PLUS SMALL RIVA PLUS LARGE Diagram No Part No. Description 1 RVPX-CE7213 Side bottom LH/RH 2 RVPX-CE7213 Side bottom LH/RH 3 RVPX-CE7206 Side Top LH/RH 4 RVPX-CE7206 Side Top LH/RH 5 RVPX-CE7397 Top Rear LH/RH 6 RVPX-CE7397 Top Rear LH/RH 7 RVPX-CE7396 Top Rear Middle 8 RVPX-CE7210 BottomRea[...]

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    SERVICE RECORDS 30 1ST SERVICE Date of Service:........................................................................... Next Service Due:....................................................................... Signed:........................................................................................ Dealer's Stamp/HETAS Registration Num[...]

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    Stovax Ltd, Falcon Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, England EX2 7LF Tel: (01392) 474011 Fax: (01392) 219932 E-mail: info@stovax.com www.stovax.com[...]