RAIS GABO SERIES USER’S MANUAL RAIS Gabo RAIS Vola RAIS Pina RAIS A/S Industrivej 20 9900 Frederikshavn Denmark Tel.: +45 98 47 90 33 Fax: +45 98 47 92 91 Tested & Listed by: Beaverton Oregon USA C OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
TABLE OF CENTENTS INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 3 Safety and Environmental Testing ................................................................................. 3 Features and Items Included ......................................................................................... 3 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................
Congratulations on your new RAIS wood burning stove. As a product of award winning design and superior quality, we wish you many years of warmth and pleasure. INTRODUCTION We are asking you to: PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR NEW RAIS STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. SAVE IT AND KEEP IT HANDY FOR EASY REFERRAL.
Specifications In addition, make sure that the floor and subflooring is designed to carry the extra weight of the stove. The floor protector or plate must be made of a noncombustible material. The floor plate must cover under the stove and extend 16” (41cm) (18” (45cm) in Canada) in front of the stove door, 8” (20cm) beyond the sides of the fuel-loading door, and under the pipe and 2” (5cm) beyond each side for back venting.
Single wall connector stove pipe – 6” (15cm) diameter Chimney pipe – Class A, UL-103 HT, 6” (15cm) diameter Optimal Thermal Output – 15,300 BTU (4.5 kW); range is 12-26.7 kBTU (3.5-7.8 kW) Minimum stove draft pressure at above output – 0.056” WC (14 Pascals) Efficiency – 74% based on DS standard Tested EPA emission particulate rate – 2.13 grams/hour Minimum distance to non-combustible material – 2” (5cm) Note: Non-combustible must be solid cement or block (not brick or tile over combustible material).
Baffle Plate Assembly Follow the instructions below to properly assemble and install the baffle plates for the RAIS Gabo, RAIS Pina, and the RAIS Vola stoves. 1.Note these notches. 2. Carefully press bracket on to the baffle plates. 3. Note the slots for safety lock. 4. Place the baffle plate into the stove as shown above. The safety lock section should be on top and face out toward front of the stove. 5. Turn and align 6.
Chimney The RAIS stoves must be installed using a Class A UL 103 HT approved factory-built chimney system or a code-approved masonry chimney with a flue liner. In Canada, the installation must conform to CAN/CSA-B365. The chimney must extend through the roof at least 3’ (1m), and 2’ (.6m) above any structure within 10’ (3m). A. B. C. D. B. The condition of the chimney and height is very important. We suggest a total minimum height of 10’ (3m).
For rear venting or other not listed configurations, consult the local building codes and follow the NFPA 211 guidelines. If the stovepipe is fitted with a baffle, it must be manually operated, visibly placed for ease of use, and must not close completely. Consult your chimney expert if you have any questions. Important! Make sure that there is easy access to the chimney cleanout door.
The handle on the right side just behind the door controls the shaker grate. It simplifies the cleaning of the stove. You just shake the ashes through the grate into the ash pan. Refer to Removing the Ashes in the CARE AND MAINTENANCE Section of the Manual for detailed directions. Firewood used should be seasoned, split wood with an adequate low degree of moisture (15 - 22%), and ideally about 12 - 14” (30 - 36cm) in length.
Remember the stove is hot while in operation, so keep children, clothing, and furniture away. Contact may cause skin burns. Firewood Specifications Only burn wood that has been seasoned for at least one full year (2 years is best!). If the wood has not been "seasoned" or dried, much of the energy of the fire will go into evaporating the water. Furthermore, condensation or creosote might occur in the stove and pipe if you burn moist wood.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Although your RAIS stove requires little day-to-day upkeep, it is important to maintain it for your safety and enjoyment. IMPORTANT: YOU SHOULD HAVE YOUR CHIMNEY AND STOVE CHECKED ONCE EVERY 2 MONTHS DURING THE HEATING SEASON OR AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR BY A PROFESSIONAL CHIMNEY SWEEP AND CLEANED AS NEEDED. Creosote – Formation and Need for Removal When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.
Removing the Ashes Remove the ashes into a non-combustible pail or tray. Remember to leave some of the ashes in the firebox (about a 2”/5cm layer) for better insulation! DISPOSAL OF ASHES: ASHES SHOULD BE PLACED IN A METAL CONTAINER WITH A TIGHT FITTING LID. THE CLOSED CONTAINER OF ASHES SHOULD BE PLACED ON A NONCOMBUSTIBLE FLOOR OR ON THE GROUND, WELL AWAY FROM ALL COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, PENDING FINAL DISPOSAL.
The stove is burning too slowly It could be due to too little air getting to the stove. Check that you're not running exhaust fans (kitchen/bath), the chimney is not blocked, or there is a leak between the chimney, the stovepipe, and the stove. If the problem continues or other conditions, we recommend that you contact your chimney sweep or your dealer. If you should experience a chimney fire, quickly close all doors, dampers, vents, and call you local fire department.
