User instructions, Ash removal, Over night burning – Stovax PM235 RV66AVC User Manual
Page 10: Over-firing, Chimney fire, General cleaning
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7. ASH REMOVAL
7.1 All fuels:
• Open Ash pan Cover (Riva 66 only), See Diagram 8
8
Riva
Ashpan Cover
Riva Avanti
PR7051
9
• Remove Ashpan carefully. Heat can remain long after use
• Use gloves, or place the ash into a Stovax Ash Caddy
(Stovax Part No. 4227)
• Remove ash at least once every week
• Do not place hot ash in a bin made from plastic or any
other combustible material.
8. OVER NIGHT BURNING
8.1 It is possible to get the appliance to burn over night.
In order to do this:
• De-ash prior to final refuelling
• Set air controls to low combustion settings
This will blacken the glass over night but it will clear when
operated at high output for a short period.
• Use smokeless fuel or small, thick logs depending on fuel
desired
USER INSTRUCTIONS
9. OVER-FIRING
9.1 Do not over-fill with fuel or use at maximum output for
long periods or over-firing can occur. If the flue pipe, flue
collar or top plate glow red the appliance is over-firing:
• Close the air controls to reduce the output
9.2 Over-firing can cause permanent damage to the appliance.
10. CHIMNEY FIRE
10.1 If a chimney fire occurs:
• Shut all air controls immediately
• Evacuate the building
• Call the fire brigade
• Do not re-enter the building until it is confirmed safe
10.2 Do not use the appliance after a chimney fire until:
a) It 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. Use only
genuine Stovax replacement parts to keep your appliance in
safe and efficient working order.
11. GENERAL CLEANING
11.1 Allow appliance to cool thoroughly to avoid risk of burns:
• Clean regularly, according to the level of use
• Give attention to the baffle system, flue ways and
removing ash
Regular cleaning and maintenance will help give many years
of safe use.
To refresh painted finishes use Stovax Thermolac paint.
• Clean finishes using warm soapy water and a soft clean
cloth
• Do not use aerosol sprays near an operating appliance
Wipe dry with a soft clean cloth before re-lighting. Do not
In the U.K:
*
registered with HETAS (GB only)/INFO (Republic of
Ireland only)
**This should be done by a NACS registered (UK only)/
INFO registered (Eire only) chimney sweep, who will issue
you with a certificate.