Stovax Comprehensive RV55 Manual for Installation and Maintenance
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Fire Cement

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Adaptor supplied by flue

liner manufacturer.

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1.6If the Riva MF is installed on an unlined, masonry flue:

•Fit a non-combustible closure plate to locate the first section of single wall flue pipe from the Riva MF to the old system

•Make the connection as with a flue liner system

Do not connect the system into large voids that could exist in older chimney systems. If this is the case consider using a flue lining system to improve the Riva MF operation. See diagram 16

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Closure Plate

Ridged Flue Pipe

2.REMOVAL OF THE LOG GUARD

2.1To remove the Log guard:

•Lift Log Guard clear of the supporting brackets

•Rotate to clear the sides of the door opening.

Do not use appliance without the log guard in position.

3a. DOOR REMOVAL (riva)

(Tools required – None)

3a.1 To remove the door from the Riva MF:

•Open the door by approximately 25mm

•Lifting the door free of the hinge blocks on the left of the door

•Lie the door face down on a soft flat surface, to protect the paintwork and glass

3a.2 Take care to protect the top left hand corner of the door to avoid damage to the paintwork.

3b. door removal (RIVA AVANTI)

(Tools required - Large flat-blade screwdriver)

3b.1 To remove the door from the Riva Avanti:

• Remove the hinge pin

Unscrewing the hinge pin from the body of the Riva and pulling the pin out of the hinge blocks does this.

•Support the weight of the door before removing the pin

The door should be kept in the closed position when the pin is removed.

•Release the door catch to lift the door clear of the hinge blocks

3b.2 Lie the door on a soft flat surface, to protect the glass and paintwork.

3b.3 Replace the door in the reverse order from removal. Do not hang the door from the catch only when replacing, as this could damage the catch mechanism.

3b.4 Care should be taken to fully support the weight of the door during the removal and replacement, as the door assembly is heavy.

4. ASHPAN DOOR REMOVAL (riva)

(Tools required – 2.5mm A/F Hex socket key)

4.1To remove the ashpan door from the appliance,

• Lower the door to expose the hinge fixing screws (2 each hinge) Diagram 5

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Contents Riva MF Cassette Models RV40/RV55/RV66/RV66AVC/RV76Service Records Commissioning User Instructions Maintenance & ServicingBasic Spare Parts List Installation InstructionsDealer appliance was purchased from Appliance Commissioning ChecklistInstallation Engineer Essential Information Must be completedGeneral Points Cleanburn Technology and Convector EfficiencyUser Instructions Serial NumberRiva avanti Use a protected gloved hand to operate. See DiagramRiva RivaRiva 66 Avanti Using the Appliance for the First TimeRecommended Fuels Do not touch the paint during the first period of useLighting the appliance Solid fuelBurning Wood Running The applianceBurning Solid fuel Not applicable for Riva Burning tips Over night burning General CleaningASH Removal OVER-FIRINGChimney Sweeping Cleaning GlassDo not use abrasive cleaner or cleaning pads Care of stoveRiddling mechanism jamming Troubleshooting tipsSeasonal use Glass crackingRiva MF Cassette Technical SpecificationSTANDARD FEATURES Packing ListRiva Dimensions TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONRiva Riva 66 Avanti Max. Draught = 2.0mm Wg Min. Draught = 1.0mm Wg U.K Site RequirementsFlue or Chimney Flue PlateMInimum dimensions Hearth Flue Outlet PositionsRiva 55/66/76 only Minimum Builders openingBuilders opening Riva 66/76 onlyFire surround clearances PRE-INSTALLATION Checks VentilationRiva Additional VentilationInstalling the Appliance Installation InstructionsLegal requirements 3b. door removal Riva Avanti Removal of the LOG Guard3a. Door Removal riva Ashpan Door Removal rivaBaffle Removal all Do not modify the baffle6a. Firegrate Removal riva 6b. Firegrate Removal riva avantiBrick Removal all Fitting the Frame RivaFitting Convection AIR Ducts Riva 55/66/66 Avanti/76 OnlyCommissioning CommissioningGive the copy of the Instructions to the customer Annual Service Fitting a NEW Door Glass ALL Models Door Removal allFiregrate Removal all Riva 66, See 3ARiva 66 Avanti see 3B 12A. Adjusting Door Catch RivaFitting a NEW Door Seal Do not glue over the screw heads13A. Adjusting Door Hinges Riva 12B. adjusting door catch Riva avanti13B. adjusting door hinges Riva avanti Adjusting ashpan cover hinges riva Adjusting ashpan door touch Latch rivaBasic Spare Parts List Riva 40 MF CassetteRiva 66 & 66 avanti MF Cassette Bricks Riva 40 MF Cassette Bricks Riva 55 MF Cassette BricksRiva 76 wood burning Cassette Bricks Service Records Page

RV66AVC, RV55, RV76FK, RV40, RV66 specifications

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