Connect at the air intake either a pipe Ø 125 mm for log wood and We recommend original flue pipes from RIKA for proper connection� combi stoves, or Ø 50 mm or Ø 60 mm for pellet stoves� Fix it with a hose clamp (not included!)�...
RIKA stoves should only be installed in rooms with normal humidity (dry areas according to VDE 0100 Part 200)� The furnaces are not splash water protected and may not be installed in wet areas�...
Stoves type 1 (BA 1): Prior to set up Suitable for multiple occupancy� (Note the different country Floor bearing capacity regulations�) Ensure that the substructure is capable of bearing the weight of the These may only be operated with the combustion chamber door stove prior to set-up�...
5. BRIEF INFORMATION ON COMBUSTIBLE - LOGS Suitable fuels and fuel amounts Output controlling Your stove is generally suitable for burning dry firewood� You can The output of your stove is regulated manually or via the Rikatronic- also burn combustibles such as wood briquettes� control�...
RIKA firelighter Always ignite the RIKA firelighter on the red tip� One block consists out of 8 ribs which can be divided to the desired size� The amount of RIKA firelighters also depends on the size and humidity of your firewood�...
Please proceed in the same way for every further addition of wood� 3� Now place further pieces of chipboard in crosswise layers on top of the logs and place 2-4 ribs of the RIKA-firelighter on top of the Note chipboard� Some uncoated paper can be placed underneath the Sometimes a lot of smoke develops when wood is placed on a chipboard in case there is no firelighter available�...
7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Basic information Empty ash drawer Empty the ash drawer regularly� The ash drawer is simply lifted out Note with the combustion chamber door open� When you vacuum clean around the stove ensure that you do not vacuum into the combustion air intake during heating operation�...
Clean flue gas outlet (annually!) Remove the flue pipes� Inspect and clean the chimney connection� Brush off any soot and dust deposits in the stove and in the flue pipes and vacuum�...
Check seals (annually) Check the condition of the seals at least once a year� Repair or replace seals depending on condition� Note Only intact seals ensure your stove works perfectly! You will find the seals in the spare part overview� Note Accumulated fly ash in the flue gas channels may impair the performance of the stove and pose a safety risk�...
8. PROBLEMS - POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Problem 1 Problem 2 Fire burns with weak, orange flame, window is sooted up� Stove smells strongly and / or fumes are emitted� Cause(s) Cause(s) Poor chimney draught Burning-in phase (taking into service) Damp wood Stove has accumulated dust and/or dirt Possible solution(s) Incorrect heating up...
In cases of doubt, or in the case of missing or incorrect translations, the German version is always the sole valid version. In the interest of ensuring damage limitation in good time, the guarantee claim should be sent in writing to the RIKA specialist or contract dealer.
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