Stovax RVF40AVH, RVF40AVM manual Fitting and Removal of Firebricks, Fitting a NEW Door Glass

MAINTENANCE and SERVICING

Upper baffle

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5.6The replacement of the system is the reverse of the previous operations.

5.7It is important to remove and clean the baffle system to ensure the flue ways are clear of soot and debris to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the appliance. The frequency of cleaning will depend on the appliance operating conditions.

5.8The baffle system is designed to give safe and efficient operation of the appliance. Replace any damaged baffles immediately.

5.9Do not modify the baffle system

6.FITTING AND REMOVAL OF FIREBRICKS

6.1As part of the routine maintenance of the Riva 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, after removing the baffle system.

6.2Allow the stove to cool fully before removing firebricks.

6.3Replace the bricks in the reverse order from removal.

6.4Care 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.

7.FITTING A NEW DOOR GLASS

Door Rope Seal

Fixing Screw

Trim / Frame

Glass Edge Seal Tape

Glass

Trim / Frame

Door

7.1	To maintain the safe use of your stove you may need to
	replace a damaged door glass. To complete this operation,
	use this method.
7.2	To remove the door first remove the hinge pin. Unscrewing
	the hinge pin from the body of the Riva and pulling the pin
	out from the hinge block 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 to door clear of the hinge blocks.
7.3	Lie the door on a soft flat surface, to protect the glass and

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	the paintwork
7.4	Remove the old door rope seal and scrape old glue from
	the locating groove. Clean the locating groove with a clean
	dry cloth to remove all old dust and debris.
7.5	Using a 2.5mm A/F hexagon key, remove the exposed fixing
	screws in the rope seal locating groove, then remove the
	trim/frame. The old glass can then be lifted clear of the
	door. (Note how the edge sealing tape is fixed.) Remember
	to dispose of the old glass safely.

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