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ENGLISHRAIS manual for Rais Poleo and Rais EpocaAny 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 thewalls of fireplaces or flues could ignite it. Therefore when installing the stove in thepresence of combustible materials due account must be taken of the guidance on theseparation of combustible material given in Building Regulations Approved DocumentJ and also in these stove instructions.If it is found that there is excessive draught in the chimney then a draught stabilisershould be fitted. Fitting of a draught stabiliser will affect the requirement for thepermanent air supply into the room in which the stove is fitted in accordance withApproved Document J (see also combustion air supply).Adequate provision e.g. easily accessible soot door or doors must be provided forsweeping the chimney and connecting fluepipe where it is not intended for thechimney to be swept through the appliance.Chimney FiresIf the chimney is thoroughly and regularly swept, chimney fires should not occur.However, if a chimney fire does occur turn off the stove immediately and isolate themains electricity supply (if applicable), and tightly close the doors of the stove. Thisshould cause the chimney fire to go out. If the chimney fire does not go out when theabove action is taken then the fire brigade should be called immediately. Do not relightthe stove until the chimney and flue ways have been cleaned and examined by aprofessional.HearthThe hearth should be able to accommodate the weight of the stove and its chimney ifthe chimney is not independently supported. The weight of the stove is indicated in thebrochure.The stove should preferably be installed on a noncombustible hearth of a size andconstruction that is in accordance with the provisions of the current Building RegulationsApproved Document J.The clearance distances to combustible material beneath, surrounding or upon thehearth and walls adjacent to the hearth should comply with the guidance on theseparation of combustible material given in Building Regulations Approved DocumentJ and also in these stove instructions.If the stove is to be installed on a combustible floor surface, it must be covered with anoncombustible material at least 12mm thick, in accordance with Building RegulationsApproved Document J, to a distance of 30 cm in front of the stove and 15 cm to eachside measuring from the door of the combustion chamber.8
ENGLISHRAIS manual for Rais Poleo and Rais EpocaCombustion air supplyIn order for the stove to perform efficiently and safely there must be an adequate airsupply into the room in which the stove is installed to provide combustion air. Theprovision of air supply to the stove must be in accordance with current BuildingRegulations Approved Document J. An opening window is not appropriate for thispurpose.InstallationIt is prohibited to carry out unauthorised alterations to the stove.There must be plenty of fresh air in the room where the stove is being installed, in order toensure proper combustion. Note that any mechanical exhaust ventilation e.g. anextraction hood may reduce the air supply. Any air grilles must be placed in such amanner, that the air supply is not blocked.The stove is equipped with four convection air outlets, which may be connected withsuitable air ducts to other rooms.Building Regulations Approved Document J gives specific guidance on the requiredpermanent ventilation into the room for combustion air of solid fuel appliances.The floor structure must be able to carry the weight of the wood burning stove, as well asthe weight of a chimney, if necessary.When you choose where to set up your RAIS wood burning stove, you should consider theheat distribution to the other rooms. This will enable you to get the best use out of yourstove.The stove should be set up at a safe distance from inflammable materials.See the manufacturer's plate on the wood burning stove.Installation of stove:NOTE !A decision must be made concerning the positioning of the inlets and outlets ofthe convection system. Discolouration of the wall above the doors and theconvection air outlets may occur due to convected hot air.RAIS cannot take responsibility for any building work or consequential damage.The stove should be inspected for defects at receipt.9
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