Stovax 7118 Fitting & Removal Of Firebricks, Fitting A New Door Glass, MAINTENANCE and SERVICING

MAINTENANCE and SERVICING

6.6It is important to remove and clean the baffle system to ensure the flue ways are clear of soot and debris and to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the stove. The frequency of cleaning will depend on the stove operating conditions.

6.7The baffle system is designed to give safe and efficient operation of the stove. Replace any damaged baffles immediately.

6.8Do not modify the baffle system.

7.FITTING & REMOVAL OF FIREBRICKS

7.1As part of the routine maintenance of the stove you may have to remove the firebricks from the stove. This can be carried-out without the use of tools, but the bricks must be removed and replaced as shown, after removing the baffle system.

7.2Allow the stove to cool fully before removing firebricks.

7.3If your stove is fitted with 4 upper firebricks, remove the lower 2 bricks first. Then lower the top bricks and remove.

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7.4Replace the bricks in the reverse order of removal.

7.5Care should be taken when handling bricks, as they can become fragile after a period of use. This is normal and the life will depend on the type of fuels burnt and the level of use. Damaged bricks should be replaced as soon as possible, and can be purchased from your Stovax dealer.

8.FITTING A NEW DOOR GLASS

8.1To maintain the safe use of your stove you may need to replace a damaged door glass. To complete this operation, use this method.

8.2Remove the door, by opening and lifting the door free of the hinge blocks. Then lie the door face down on a soft flat surface, to protect the paintwork and glass.

Single Door

Fixing Screws (x4)

Fixing Clips (x4)

Glass

Glass Seal

Door

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Double Door

Fixing Screws (x10)

Fixing Clips (x4)

Fixing Clip Long (x2)

Glass (x2)

Glass Seal (3mm)

Door (x2)

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8.3Using a screwdriver remove the glass clip fixing screws (4). The old glass can then be lifted clear of the door. (Note how the 3mm sealing rope is placed between the glass and the door.) Remember to dispose of the old glass safely.

8.4Clean, and re-paint, the rear of the door if required. Clean the screws with light oil and coat with high temperature anti-seize grease, this will aid future removal.

8.5Fit a new sealing rope between the new glass and the door, and place the glass into position in the door. Place the glass fixing clips into position and re-fix with the clean fixing screws, tighten the screws evenly until the clips hold the glass. Do not over tighten the clips as this could break the glass.

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