ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE RAIS Q20 IMPORTANT INFORMATION On first lighting the stove you must be careful not to touch the painted surfaces and it is MOST IMPORTANT that the door is kept slightly ‘ajar’ in order for the door seal and sealant to cure. This will prevent the door seal sticking to the painted body and becoming damaged.
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ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Q20 Revision : Date : 2011 MARCH INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………………….. WARRANTY …………………………………………………….………….. SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………………………………….. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ………………………………….……… QUICK GUIDE …………………………………………………………. CONVECTION …………………………………………………………. CHIMNEY ………………………………………………………….…… FLUE OUTLET POSITIONS ………………………………………….
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Rais wood burning stove. These appliances have been approved by HETAS as intermittent operating appliances for burning wood logs only. A Rais wood burning stove is more than just a heat source: it also shows that you care about design and quality in your home. To make the most of your wood burning stove it is important that you read the manual thoroughly before installing and using it.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 SPECIFICATIONS Q20 Nominal output (kW): 5 Min. / Max. output (kW): 37 Heating area (m2): Ca. 60105 Size, width/depth/height (mm): 426 426 1290 Combustion chamber width/depth/height (mm). 308 275 558 Recommended amount of wood when fuelling (kg) (Based on 2 3 logs of wood approx. 25cm) 1.6 Min. uptake / Min. draught (Pascal): 12 Weight (kg): 115 / 220 Efficiency ( % ) 79 Particles after NS3058/3059 (g/kg) 2.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Installation Instructions The following pages give instructions for the safe and proper installation of this heating appliance in the UK. These instructions cover the basic principles of installation, although some details may need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions.
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ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Convection Rais stoves are convection stoves. This means that the stove’s back and side panels are not overheated. Convection means that there is a circulation of air, which ensures that the heat is distributed more evenly throughout the entire room. The cold air is sucked in at the base of the stove and up through the convection channel, which runs along the stove’s combustion chamber.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Any bend in the chimney or connecting fluepipe should not exceed 45°. 90° bends should not be used. Combustible material should not be located where the heat dissipating through the walls of fireplaces or flues could ignite it.
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ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Hearth The hearth should be able to accommodate the weight of the stove and its chimney if the chimney is not independently supported. The weight of the stove is indicated in the brochure. The stove should preferably be installed on a noncombustible hearth of a size and construction that is in accordance with the provisions of the current Building Regulations Approved Document J.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Installation distance in case of combustible wall To find out whether the wall next to where the stove is going to be installed is flammable, you should contact your building contractor or the local building authorities. The hearth should be able to accommodate the weight of the stove. The chimney must be independently supported by wall brackets or a ceiling support plate. The weight of the stove is indicated in the brochure.
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ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Installation distances for non combustible wall We recommend a minimum distance to non combustible material of 50mm ( F ) for cleaning considerations. Using uninsulated flue pipe, the minimum distance to a combustible wall must be 450mm or 225mm if the wall is heatshielded ( see Section J of the Building Regulations ) from the flue pipe.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Operating instructions Please note that HETAS Appliance Approval only covers the use of dry seasoned wood logs on this appliance. HETAS Approval does not cover the use of other fuels either alone or mixed with the wood logs, nor does it cover instructions for the use of other fuels. Fuel The stove is designed and approved in accordance with EN 13240 and NS 3058 for stoking split, dried firewood. The firewood must have a water content of 1522% and its max.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Drying and storage Drying wood takes time: proper air drying takes approximately 2 years. Here are some tips: Store the wood sawn, split and stacked in an airy, sunny place, which is protected against rain (the south side of the house is particularly suitable). Store the firewood stacks at a hand's breadth apart, as this ensures that the air flowing through takes the moisture with it.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Using the wood burning stove Adjusting the air damper. The damper has 3 settings. Position 1 The damper is almost closed meaning that there is a minimal air intake. Position 2 Pull the lever until the first click. This position gives full secondary air. During normal use the lever is set between position 1 and 2. When the flames are clear and yellow, the damper is set correctly, i.e. resulting in a slow/optimal burning. Position 3 Pull the lever until the next click.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Before lighting the stove check with the installer that the installation work and commissioning checks described above have been carried out correctly and that the chimney has been swept clean, is sound and free from any obstructions. As part of the stoves’ commissioning and handover the installer should have shown you how to operate the stove correctly.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Lighting and fuelling To light the stove, use alcohol briquettes or similar, as well as approximately 1kg of firewood, split into kindling sticks. Set the air damper to the fully open position. Light the fire and shut the door, leave the door ajar. When the flames are clear, after approximately 510 minutes, close the door. Damper see adjustment of the damper. After approximately 1020 minutes, when you have a good bed of glowing embers, add 23 pieces of wood.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and care The wood burning stove and the chimney must be serviced by a chimney sweep twice a year. During cleaning and care, the stove must be cold. If the glass is sooty: Moisten a piece of paper or newspaper, dip it in the ash, and rub the sooty glass with it. Now rub with a dry piece of paper and the glass will become clean. As an alternative you can use glass cleaner, which you can buy from you RAIS distributor.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Cleaning the flue ways The baffle plate is lifted so that the hook is free, then gently pulled forward. The baffle plate is now loose and can be carefully removed. The smoke conductor can then be lifted up from the two anchor bolts and removed. Remove any dirt and dust and replace the parts in reverse order.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Problem solving Smoke spillage around door: could be due to too low draught in the chimney <12Pa check if the flue or chimney is blocked Soot on glass: could be because the firewood is too wet. make sure that the stove is heated properly when firing up, prior to closing the door could be because the damper regulation is too low.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 DO’S AND DON’TS Do’s · · · · · · · · Sweep the chimney / flue twice a year. Service the appliance at least once a year Dry, burn dry wood only. Use a moisture meter if unsure. Spares, only use genuine Rais spare parts Contact your dealer if you are unsure about the operation of your stove. Line and insulate the chimney. Use a qualified installer ( HETAS ) or building control. Spend time with your stove get to know how your stove and chimney works.
ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 Accessories and spare parts If spare parts other than those recommended by RAIS are used, the warranty is voided. All replacement spare parts can be purchased from your RAIS distributor / stockist. See the following spare parts diagrams for the individual products.
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ENGLISH RAIS manual for Rais Q20 U K Distributor. Robeys Ltd. Riverside, Goods Road, Belper, Derbyshire, England. DE56 1UU Tel: 01773 820940 Fax: 01773 820477 E Mail: info@robeys.co.uk www.robeys.co.
