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Cast Tec Nevis 8 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Nevis 8
Multi-fuel stove
Ref No: S106M
ECO 2022
Version 02 (13.08.2024)
Installation and Operating Instructions
The Nevis 8 Eco stove must be installed by a suitably qualified engineer.
Instructions must be given to the user when installation is complete, and the installer
must instruct user of the correct use of the appliance and control operation.
The Nevis 8 Eco is manufactured to EN13240:2001 + A2:2004
by Cast Tec Ltd. East Side,
Tyne Dock, South Shields NE33 5SP
Website: www.casttec.co.uk Tel. 0191 4974280

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  • Page 1 Version 02 (13.08.2024) Installation and Operating Instructions The Nevis 8 Eco stove must be installed by a suitably qualified engineer. Instructions must be given to the user when installation is complete, and the installer must instruct user of the correct use of the appliance and control operation.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) Table of Contents THE CLEAN AIR ACT 1993 AMD SMOKE CONTROL AREAS ............ 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ....................4 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT INSTALLATION AND USING THE STOVE ......5 UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY ....................6 INSTALLATION OF THE STOVE ..................... 7 MATERIAL CLEARANCES ........................

  • Page 3: The Clean Air Act 1993 Amd Smoke Control Areas

    Clean Air Act requirements. The Nevis 8 has been recommended for burning wood logs in a smoke control area. The Nevis 8 must be fitted with a permanent stop preventing closure of the secondary controls beyond 11 mm and the tertiary air controls beyond 12.5 mm open.

  • Page 4: Product Specification

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Figure 1 TECHNICAL DATA ACCORDING TO NEN EN 13240:2001/A2:2004 WOOD MAXIBRITE Nevis 8 STOVE FUEL Multi-Fuel 8.1 kW 8.0 kW NOMINAL HEAT OUTPUT 79.4 % 75.9 % ENERGY EFFICIENCY 125 mm MINIMUM FLUE SIZE Side: 650 mm DIST.

  • Page 5: Important Information About Installation And Using The Stove

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT INSTALLATION AND USING THE STOVE All national and local regulations, including those referring to national and European standards, need to be complied with when installing the stove. The stove must be installed by a registered installer or approved by your local building control officer.

  • Page 6: Unpacking & Assembly

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY Warning: Due to the weight of the stove, it is recommended that two people perform the unpacking and assembly. 1. Unpacking a. Before assembling, please check contents against the following list and advise your dealer immediately if any parts are missing.

  • Page 7: Installation Of The Stove

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) INSTALLATION OF THE STOVE PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY For your safety it is very important that your stove is correctly installed. Our Stoves cannot accept any responsibility for any fault arising through incorrect installation or use.

  • Page 8: Hearth

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) HEARTH Hearths should be constructed from suitably robust materials and to appropriate dimensions. The hearth should be able to accommodate the weight of the appliance. Consult a structural engineer for advice before proceeding. If there is no existing fireplace or chimney it is possible to construct a suitable non- combustible housing and hearth setting.

  • Page 9: Fume Emissions

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) FUME EMISSIONS To avoid chimney problems, your fire should not be burnt slowly for longer than 12 hours without a period of fast burning. Properly installed and operated, this stove will not emit fumes. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and refueling may occur.

  • Page 10: Fuel

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) Figure 5 FUEL This stove will function with wood or manufactured smokeless fuel, but in general all fuel should be dried, and timber should be well seasoned so as to have a moisture content below 20%. The use of damp wood will result in more soot and tar deposits being left in the chimney, flue and stove, and will not release heat if thermal energy is being used to drive out moisture from the fuel.

  • Page 11: Lighting A Wood Fire

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) LIGHTING A WOOD FIRE 1. Place 2 or 3 firelighters or screwed up newspaper onto the fire grate with about 1 kg of kindling and light the fire with a taper. 2. When the firelighters or newspaper are burning, leave the door ajar about 1 to 2 cm to achieve a good draw and avoid condensation.

  • Page 12: De-Ashing The Stove

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) Following the above procedure will maximise the performance of the stove. Typically, four logs will burn with an attractive flame pattern and will last for about an hour (although this will depend on weather conditions, e.g., whether it is windy, and specific installations, e.g.

  • Page 13: Guidance On Safe Operation

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) GUIDANCE ON SAFE OPERATION FIRE CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS During operation, the stove and all the fittings (door handles and controls) get very hot. DO NOT OVER FIRE THE STOVE It is possible to fire the stove to such an extent that damage may occur. Look out for parts of the stove or flue glowing red hot.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) MAINTENANCE CLEANING The inside of the stove may require regular cleaning, especially during periods of peak use, the frequency of this being indicated by experience. it is advisable to wear a dust mask, protective gloves and safety glasses when cleaning.

  • Page 15: Fire Rope

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) FIRE ROPE Check the rope around the door and glass, if rope is becoming detached, replace with rope approved for this purpose. Inspect the fireproof door seals where fitted, to ensure there is an effective seal around the door and re-fix it if loose using stove rope adhesive.

  • Page 16: Fault Finding

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) Note: All parts that are in direct contact with the fire (grate, Baffle, back or side air boxes) are considered as normal wear parts. Their life will be depended on how vigorously the stove is operated and they must be inspected and maintained on a regular basis.

  • Page 17: Operational Problems & Troubleshooting

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS & TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES ACTION • Use the recommended fuel. • Wood green, too damp or • To light the fire, use small, very dry poor quality. twigs. • To maintain the fire, use split logs.

  • Page 18: Replacement Parts

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) REPLACEMENT PARTS The Nevis 8 Eco stove is manufactured in cast-iron; exploded diagram and replacement parts list can be found on pages 19 to 20. Only use replacement parts recommended by the manufacturer. Replacement parts are available from your local retailer, through www.firespares.direct website or...

  • Page 19: Exploded Diagram

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) EXPLODED DIAGRAM Figure 6 NOTE: For all spare parts enquiries visit www.firespares.direct or call (0191) 4974280 CastTec Ltd...

  • Page 20: Replacement Components (See Exploded Diagram)

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS (See Exploded Diagram) SPARE PARTS TABLE Name Part Handle Cast Iron Door Door Seal Rope Glass Seal Rope Glass Glass Clip Door Hinge LH Side Panel LH and RH Vermiculite Board Baffle...

  • Page 21: Guarantee

    The following guarantee periods shall apply in respect of the following: • Nevis 8 Eco stoves come with a 10-year warranty to the main body of the stove. The external paint finish carries a one-year guarantee only.

  • Page 22: Terms And Conditions

    Nevis 8 Manual (Ref No: S106) TERMS AND CONDITIONS The following terms and conditions must be satisfied in order for your stove to be covered by the guarantee set out above: 1. Your stove must have been installed by a suitably qualified person and in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
  • Page 23 Nevis 8 Eco Multi-fuel stove Ref. No. S106M ECO 2022 Version 02 (13.08.2024)

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