Stuv 6-IN Installation Manual

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REQUIRED TOOLS
Impact drill
Hammer
Level
Measuring
tape
Pliers
STÛV 6-IN
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Keep these instructions for future reference
REQUIRED HARDWARE
T20
Crowbar
Torx 20 bit
7
mm
Cutting pliers
7 mm
hex socket
#2
No. 2
square bit
T25
T30
Torx 25 bit
Torx 30 bit
8
10
mm
mm
8 mm
10 mm
hex socket
hex socket
5
mm
5 mm
hex bit
REQUIRED MATERIAL
Stûv handles
Protective fabric or
cardboard
Ø4'' clamping collar
No. 8
and flexible duct
wood screw
(option)
EN
Chimney kit
(flexible or rigid)
No. 10
concrete screw

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  • Page 1 STÛV 6-IN INSTALLATION MANUAL Keep these instructions for future reference REQUIRED TOOLS REQUIRED HARDWARE REQUIRED MATERIAL Impact drill Hammer Crowbar Torx 20 bit Torx 25 bit Torx 30 bit Stûv handles Protective fabric or Chimney kit cardboard (flexible or rigid)
  • Page 2 APPENDICES This manual explains how to carry out a standard installation of a Stûv 6 unit. To install a frame, an air damper or any other option, it is necessary to respect, when applicable, certain particularities that are outlined in the appendices provided. If the appendices are missing, contact customer service and request the necessary Thank you for choosing a instruction manual(s), mentioning the code(s) under the icons below.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS VISSERIE À PRÉVOIR VISSERIE À PRÉVOIR 1. CERTIFICATION 4. INSTALLATION 6. USE 6.1 Wood Selection 1.1 Certification 4.1 Combustion 1.2 Technical Specifications 6.2 Safety 4.2 Unpacking and Moving 6.3 Door Handling 1.3 Marking Label 4.3 Disassembly 1.4 Safety Instructions 6.4 Starting the Fire 4.4 Connection to the Combustion 6.5 Reloading the Fire...
  • Page 4: Certification

    CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION ..........................5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................5 MARKING LABEL ......................... 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................7...
  • Page 5: Certification

    This This unit must be installed by a qualified can result in fire, property damage, This manual describes the installation and operation of the Stûv 6-in wood heater. professional. Improper installation could bodily injury and even death.
  • Page 6: Marking Label

    MARKING LABEL This Stûv fireplace must be registered to be covered by the warranty. Please refer to the last section of this document for guidance. The self-adhesive marking label and the riveted label with the serial number are located in the drawer under the combustion chamber. They contain all the information needed to register this product.
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS firewood, wet clothing, etc. placed cause burns. WARNING too close to the unit could catch fire. 24. Inspect and sweep the chimney 15. Some parts of the fireplace can be frequently. In certain operating 7. We recommend storing solid fuels in a very hot when operated at rated conditions, creosote can build up 1.
  • Page 9: Components

    COMPONENTS LIST OF COMPONENTS ......................10 FRAMES ............................12 OPTIONAL KITS .......................... 13...
  • Page 10: List Of Components

    LIST OF COMPONENTS Option Included STÛV 6 COMPONENTS...
  • Page 11 LIST OF COMPONENTS 66x50 76x60 FW1000600101 FW1000600XXX DESCRIPTION CODE DESCRIPTION CODE Fireplace Fireplace Support casing Support casing Outside air intake connector - from underneath AW1200202400 Outside air intake connector - from underneath AW1200202400 Outside air intake connector - from back AW1200206700 Outside air intake connector - from back AW1200206700...
  • Page 12: Frames

    FRAMES (MANDATORY OPTION) THIN EDGE FRAME PICTURE TYPE FRAME " 2 1/2" to 3 1/4" " 2" | 4" | 6" 2" CODE 66x50 AW1100600702 29 3/8" 21 3/8" 76x60 AW1100600XXX 33 5/16" 25 5/16" Thin edge CODE 4" CODE 66x50 66x50 AW1100600101...
  • Page 13: Optional Kits

    OPTIONAL KITS (NOT INCLUDED) OUTSIDE AIR INTAKE CONNECTORS AIR DAMPER For outside air intake Installation p.23, 27 and 28 Follow the instructions supplied with the air damper. " Ø4" FROM UNDERNEATH AW1200102400 Ø 4" " FROM BACK WIRE AW1200206700 Ø4" 4’...
  • Page 14: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS OVERALL DIMENSIONS ......................15 DIMENSIONS OF THE CONNECTORS ..................16 DIMENSIONS OF THE OPENING ....................17 NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS ................... 18 RISK AREA ........................... 20 CONVECTION AIR ........................20 COMBUSTION AIR ........................21...
  • Page 15: Overall Dimensions

    OVERALL DIMENSIONS MODEL 66x50 24 1/2" 23 1/4" 24 1/8" 11 7/16" 20 9/16" 12 1/16" 16 3/4" 19 1/4" 76x60 28 7/16" 27 3/16" 28 1/16" 15 3/8" 24 1/2" 16 1/16" 20 3/4" 23 3/16" 9" 14" 16 1/4" STÛV 6 DIMENSIONS...
  • Page 16: Dimensions Of The Connectors

    DIMENSIONS OF THE CONNECTORS SMOKE OUTLET AT 90° SMOKE OUTLET AT 45° Ø6" Installation p.23 et 30 Installation p.23 et 30 9 7/8" Ø7" Ø6" 10 5/16" Ø7" 5 7/8" 1 1/8" BOTTOM VIEW BOTTOM VIEW MODEL 66x50 11 5/16" 18 13/16"...
  • Page 17: Dimensions Of The Opening

    DIMENSIONS OF THE OPENING FLUSH THIN EDGE FRAME PICTURE TYPE FRAME 12 1/2" to 13 1/4 12 1/2" " 3/16 2 1/2" to 3 1/4" *3/16" expansion joint mandatory around the frame 2 5/8" 16 1/4" to 17" 16 5/16" PROTRUDING THIN EDGE FRAME FROM THE GLASS TO THE FRAME 3 3/4"...
  • Page 18: Non-Combustible Materials

    NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS MASONRY HEARTH The Stûv 6-in is designed to be installed in a masonry hearth. The specific di- mensions for each of the frames are indicated on the previous page. For bigger hearths, larger picture type frames are available, or a painted steel plate can be cut in the shape of the hearth.
  • Page 19 NON-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS FLOOR PROTECTION To be compliant with the building code, floor protection is mandatory. The floor area in front of the unit must be protected by floor protection made of a non-combustible material. This protection must extend the entire width of the glass pane plus 8" on each side, on the projection (P) according to the standards applicable in the country concerned.
  • Page 20: Risk Area

    RISK AREA CONVECTION AIR The heat radiating from the glass pane is significant. Any combustible objects must The Stûv 6 unit is equipped with an integrated convection air circuit. Fresh air be placed at least 48" by 90° from the glass face to prevent all risk of fire. enters into the convection mantel through the inlets under the door and via the bimetallic system, and is heated as it circulates around the combustion chamber.
  • Page 21: Combustion Air

    COMBUSTION AIR The duct leading to the outside air... NOTE ... must be protected outdoors by a grille whose clear passage section is at least The fireplace needs air for combustion. The Stûv 6 unit is designed to be equivalent to the air inlet section. connected directly to an outside air intake (independent of the house's ...
  • Page 22: Installation

    INSTALLATION COMBUSTION ..........................23 UNPACKING AND MOVING ......................24 DISASSEMBLY ..........................25 CONNECTION TO THE COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE .............. 27 REASSEMBLY AND CHIMNEY ....................29...
  • Page 23: Combustion

    COMBUSTION Step 1 If the outside air intake option has been chosen, install the flexible air intake duct for the combustion, connecting either at the back or from underneath. Step 2 Affix the flange with a clamping collar. Step 3 Retract the duct to facilitate the support casing's insertion into the wall.
  • Page 24: Unpacking And Moving

    UNPACKING AND MOVING IMPORTANT The paint is not cured. It is therefore fairly fragile, but it will harden after being heated several times. Handle the unit with care. Step 7 Use a pallet truck to move the fireplace close to its final location. Carefully remove the packaging.
  • Page 25: Disassembly

    DISASSEMBLY Step 11 Open the door, using the small handle on the bottom right. Step 12 Remove the door by freeing the hinges from their support. Step 13 Remove the cardboard box from the combustion chamber and check its contents. 1x can of spray paint for touch-ups 1x installation manual 1x black Stûv glove (to be given to the...
  • Page 26 DISASSEMBLY Step 16 Push the bottom of the cast iron part at the back of the fireplace to lift it Step 17 Do the same for the two middle rows. Step 18 To remove the cast iron parts on the bottom, slide slightly backward. Remove the two in the middle.
  • Page 27: Connection To The Combustion Air Intake

    CONNECTION TO THE COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE CONNECTION - UNDERNEATH Step 22 Using a hammer, knock out the perforated circle under the casing. Step 23 Position the fireplace in the recess. Step 24 Remove the two screws securing the plate at the back of the casing. Step 25 Connect the outside air intake duct by turning it counterclockwise.
  • Page 28 CONNECTION TO THE COMBUSTION AIR INTAKE CONNECTION - FROM BACK Step 27 Using a hammer, knock out the perforated rectangle at the back of the casing. Step 28 Still at the back of the casing, position and screw on the connector. Step 29 Attach the flange to the connector with three screws, inserting a gasket seal between the two.
  • Page 29: Reassembly And Chimney

    REASSEMBLY AND CHIMNEY WITH CONNECTION Installing the front plate Step 32 The plate can be found in the box containing the outside air kit. Position it in the middle under the combustion chamber. Step 33 Affix the plate on both sides with screws.
  • Page 30 REASSEMBLY AND CHIMNEY Step 37 Using the two screws previously removed, secure the combustion chamber to the casing. Step 38 Put the cast iron parts from the bottom of the chamber back into place. Step 39 Put the back parts back into place.
  • Page 31 REASSEMBLY AND CHIMNEY Step 43 Using a pair of pliers, pivot the handle. Repeat the torsion until the small corners have broken off. Throw away or put in the recycling bin. Step 44 Put the vermiculites back in place, starting with those on the sides. Step 45 Place the middle vermiculite back in place and rebalance everything.
  • Page 32: Chimney

    CHIMNEY DIMENSIONS AND CERTIFICATION ..................33 TYPICAL INSTALLATION ......................33 CONNECTION TO A CHIMNEY PIPE ..................34...
  • Page 33: Dimensions And Certification

    DIMENSIONS AND CERTIFICATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION Follow the instructions below to install the chimney. Always refer to the chimney NOTE instruction manual. • Do not use makeshift means during installation. This could pose a danger and Flashing cause a fire. • Do not connect the appliance to a chimney that is already connected and used by another appliance.
  • Page 34: Connection To A Chimney Pipe

    CONNECTION TO A CHIMNEY PIPE FLEXIBLE LINER RIGID LINER Calculating the height of a rigid liner: When ordering the unit, a decision must be made regarding the smoke outlet connector to the chimney's configuration. Stûv recommends using a claw hose clamp to connect the flexible duct to the unit's smoke outlet.
  • Page 35: Use

    WOOD SELECTION ........................36 SAFETY ............................37 DOOR HANDLING ........................38 STARTING THE FIRE ........................38 RELOADING THE FIRE ....................... 40 ASH REMOVAL ........................... 40...
  • Page 36: Wood Selection

    WOOD SELECTION WOOD TYPES Ash and beech are recommended as firewood: they dry quickly and are easy to Humidity level Calorific value find. They must be stored under a shelter immediately after being cut and re-split, otherwise they rot very quickly and lose their calorific value. They are easy to light, offer dynamic and very bright flames.
  • Page 37: Safety

    WOOD SELECTION CAUTION - NOT TO BE USED Burn only firewood. Do not burn: Composite logs (ecological) : Composite/ecological logs are to be avoided. These • Liquid fuel sometimes emit residues that sully the mechanisms and cause the device to age •...
  • Page 38: Door Handling

    DOOR HANDLING Step 1 To open the fireplace, pull on the handle under the door and swing open. Step 2 To close the door, swing shut and then press on the end of the handle as hard as you can with your thumb. CAUTION The door may be hot! Be careful with the door.
  • Page 39 STARTING THE FIRE MAKING AN UPSIDE-DOWN FIRE Step 1 Place the big logs in the combus- tion chamber first. Step 2 Add smaller pieces with no bark, placed perpendicularly. Step 3 Gather the kindling and cover the wood already present (approximately 1 kg of kindling).
  • Page 40: Reloading The Fire

    RELOADING THE FIRE Step 1 Open the door. Step 2 Add wood using the Stûv glove supplied with the unit. Step 3 Close the door and enjoy the fire. It is normal to feel resistance when opening the glass door when the fire is burning.
  • Page 41: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE GLASS PANE AND SEALS ......................42 CREOSOTE AND CHIMNEY-SWEEPING................... 42 COMPONENT REPLACEMENT ....................43...
  • Page 42: Glass Pane And Seals

    GLASS PANE AND SEALS CREOSOTE AND CHIMNEY-SWEEPING CLEANING THE GLASS PANE Creosote is a thick, black, brittle or Before carrying out a complete swee- smooth (vitrified) residue resulting from ping, Stûv recommends using a product • Do not clean the door when the glass pane is hot. incomplete combustion of wood.
  • Page 43: Component Replacement

    COMPONENT REPLACEMENT DOOR SEAL Step 1 Visually inspect the seal to ensure it is in good condition. Even if it is, it might not be airtight enough to keep smoke from escaping. Step 2 To check its airtightness, place a 3- or 4’’-wide sheet of paper in the door and close.
  • Page 44 COMPONENT REPLACEMENT GLASS PANE Step 1 After removing the seal (see previous page), continue the steps by re- moving the screws on the glass retaining clips. Step 2 Remove the glass retaining clips. Step 3 The pane of glass is now acces- sible and can be changed.
  • Page 45: Warranty

    WARRANTY WARRANTY DETAILS .........................46 WARRANTY FORM ........................47...
  • Page 46: Warranty Details

    WARRANTY DETAILS WARRANTY COVERAGE WARRANTY TERMS Stûv fireplaces are guaranteed against : This document must be returned to us, duly completed, within one month of the date of the Reseller's invoice to the Buyer. • manufacturing defects, • painting defects in the visible portions of the fireplace; Duration of the warranty : •...
  • Page 47: Warranty Form

    WARRANTY FORM THE FIREPLACE THE RESELLER Serial #* : _______________________________________________________ Company : __________________________________________________________ Model : _________________________________________________________ Name: ______________________________________________________________ Invoice date : ____________________________________________________ Address : ___________________________________________________________ Date of installation : ______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Telephone : _________________________________________________________ *This indication can be found on the marking label attached to the top of the hearth on the top face of the door.
  • Page 48 Stûv fireplaces are designed by: Stûv sa – Belgique stuv.com Rue Jules Borbouse n°4 B-5170 Bois-de-Villers And manufactured in North America by: Stûv America inc. – Canada stuvamerica.com 34, Boulevard de l’ A éroport Bromont, QC Canada J2L 1S6 1-514-396-3463 | 1-866-487-7888...

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