RAIS TOPAS User manual

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US English User Manual RAIS Topas & RAIS Opus
USER MANUAL /
MANUAL D’UTILISATION
RAIS Topas & RAIS Opus

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RAIS Topas
RAIS Opus
OMNI report no. : #138-S-13-2
Revision : 1
Date : June, 2008
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................4
WARRANTY ...........................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................5
CONVECTION ........................................................................6
GLASS AND REPLACEMENT OF GLASS.......................................... 6
COLD HANDLE COVER ...............................................................7
CHIMNEY ...........................................................................8-9
INSTALLATION ......................................................................10
INSTALLATION WITH TURNTABLE ...................................................11
NAME TAG ................................................................12-13
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE WALLS ........................................14-15
CLEARANCES TO NON-COMBUSTIBLE WALLS ......................................16
FLOOR PROTECTION..........................................................16
FIREWOOD ..........................................................................17
DRYING AND STORING ...................................................17
ADJUSTING THE COMBUSTION AIR............................................18
USING THE STOVE ...................................................................19
ADJUSTING THE AIR CONTROL ...............................................19
CONTROL ...............................................................19
FIRST FIRE............................................................................21
LIGHTING AND STOKING ...................................................22-23
FUEL CAUTION ...............................................................24
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..........................................................24
CLEANING THE SMOKE/BAFFLE SYSTEM............................................25
DISPOSAL OF ASHES .........................................................26
TROUBLE SHOOTING ...............................................................27
SPARE PART DRAWING RAIS TOPAS .............................................28-29
SPARE PART DRAWING RAIS OPUS ............................................. 30-31

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new RAIS woodburning stove.
A RAIS woodburning stove is more than just a source of heat, it is a symbol of the empha-
sis you put on decorating your home with superiorly designed high-quality products.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE YOU INSTALL AND USE YOUR NEW
RAIS STOVE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY
DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.SAVE THIS MANUAL AND KEEP IT
HANDY FOR EASY REFERRAL.
“DO NOT INSTALL IN A MOBILE HOME”
“WARNING: Do not overre. If the stovetop or chimney connector pipe glow red,
you are overring”.
Safety and environmental testing
The RAIS Topas/Opus Series stoves have been tested by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc., Beaver-
ton, Oregon and are listed to UL 1482 and ULC S627. They are also EPA certied..
For future reference, please write down the production number of your RAIS woodburn-
ing stove here. The number must be stated in all inquiries or complaints concerning this
product.
Warranty
We oer a ve-year warranty on your RAIS stove. The warranty covers any defects in ma-
terials or workmanship. However, it does not cover damage from misuse or neglect, and
the glass, gaskets and rebricks are not covered either.
Distributor:
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RAIS Topas RAIS Opus
Weight - Stove
Heat storage (soap stones)
364 lbs (165 kg) 397 lbs (180 kg)
220 lbs (100 kg)
Stove exterior: Width/depth/height (inches) 19.5 / 19.1 / 50.4 19.5 / 19.1 / 63.0
Firebox interior Width/depth/height (inches) 14,6 / 15,0 / 16,2
Heating capacity at -20°C/-4°F Approximately 90 m² / 1000 Square Feet
Recommended wood quantity: 2-3 logs of 10”in length each
1,5 kg / 3,3 lbs
Intermittent operation: Stoke the stove every three hours
Flue gas mass ow: 6.4 grams per second
Flue gas temperature: 232°C / 450°F
Single wall connector stove pipe: 6”(15 cm)
Chimney pipe - class A, UL-103 HT: 6”(15 cm)
Optimal thermal output : 17 kBTU (5 kW)
Min./Max. output (kW): 12 - 23 kBTU (3 - 7 kW)
Minimum stove draft pressure at above
output:
0.048”WC (12 Pa)
Tested EPA emission particulate rate: 5.7 grams/hour
Specications:

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Convection
All RAIS stoves are convection stoves, which means that the sides of the stove never get too
hot. Convection works by pulling cold air into the system at the base of the stove and up
through the convection duct that is located along the combustion chamber of the stove. The
heated air is released from the top of the stove, creating rapid air circulation in the room.
Glass and replacement of glass.
All RAIS stoves supplied with Robax® glass in the door. Robax® glass is a ceramic glass type
suitable for stoves. The glass is installed from RAIS as an integral part of the door and stove.
Inspect the glass for cracks prior to the rst re.
Abuse may cause damage to the glass and door.
Do not strike the door or glass nor slam the door
Do not build the re close to the glass or opening.
Do not use the stove if the glass is broken - contact your local authorized dealer.
In case of broken glass during use of stove - let the stove slowly burn the remaining rewood
under supervision. Do not close the chimney bae if installed. Contact you local authorized
dealer
The glass is supplied as an integral part of the door for spare part. The Robax® glass may only
be replaced by genuine spare parts from RAIS. Do not use substitute material. Replacement
of the glass as separate component is only for authorized personnel.

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The stove is supplied with a loose “cold”handle cover,
which enables you to operate the handle without the use
of a glove. Please note that one must always be very careful
when touching any other part of the stove while it is still
hot.
The loose cold handle cover is placed over the door handle.
Open door: Turn the handle clockwise to stop and
pull out approx 1/4”until stop.
Turn handle counterclockwise to vertical
position and open the door.
Close door: Turn the handle to vertical position and
close door until stop.
Turn the handle clockwise to stop
position and push door lightly inwards
until stop.
Turn the handle counterclockwise until
vertical position.
Info: The cold handle cover will fall of the door handle
if not held in hand.
Place the cold handle cover in its resting position when not
in use on the magnetic holder supplied with the stove.
The resting position is at the lower aft end of the right side
of the stove.
Cold handle cover

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Chimney
RAIS stoves must be installed using a Class A UL 103 HT approved factory-built chimney
system or a code-approved masonry chimney with a ue liner. In Canada, the installation
must conform to CAN/CSA-B365.
The chimney must extend through the roof at least 3’ (1m), and 2’(.6m) above any struc-
ture within 10’(3m).
The condition and height of the chimney are very important for optimal use of the stove
and we recommend a total minimum height of 10’(3m).
Note the chimney connector pipe should not pass through an attic, roof space, closet,
concealed space, oor or ceiling.
Do not connect this stove to a chimney ue or air distribution duct or any system serving
another appliance.
Each chimney connector or stove pipe section, must be installed to each other with the
crimped end toward the stove. This prevents any amount of condensed or liquid creosote
from running down the outside of the pipe or the stove top.

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Chimney
Flue
Masonry
Insulated
Chimney
Connector Pipe
18” (46cm) below ceiling
Min.
2” (5cm)
Min.
2” (5cm)
For rear venting or other unlisted congura-
tions, consult the local building codes and
follow the NFPA 211 guidelines.
If the stovepipe is tted with a bae, it must
be manually operated, visibly placed for
ease of use, and must not close completely.
Consult your chimney expert if you have any
questions.
Important note:
Please ensure that there is easy access to
the chimney cleanout door.
For venting vertically into a Class A chimney, a single
wall pipe (at least 24 gauge) may be used in the room
where the stove is installed. Refer to the manufac-
turer’s instructions for the connection to the listed
chimney. The chimney/stove pipe must not be smaller
than 6”(15cm) in diameter.
For venting directly into a masonry chimney or
through a thimble, the top of the single wall pipe
must be at least 18”(46cm) below a combustible
ceiling and must conform to NFPA 211 guidelines and
methods. Please see the diagram to the left.
B.
A.
E.
F.
C.
D.
B.
Required Installation Components:
A. Chimney Cap
B. Insulated Chimney
C. Storm Collar
D. Roof Flashing
E. Ceiling Support Box or Joist Shield/Firestop Spacer
F. Chimney Connector

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Installation
Precautions and Specications
Before installation, remember to consult
your local building inspector or re marshal
to determine the need to obtain a permit.
Also enquire about restrictions and installa-
tion inspection requirements in your area.
If utilizing an existing chimney, it is recommended that a professional mason or stove
installer do a complete check-up of the chimney, liner, and ue beforehand.
In order for the stove to work and draw properly, sucient air supply is important. Be
especially aware of any mechanical fans (e.g. kitchen or bathroom exhaust systems) that
may aect the proper draw.
Do not use grates, andirons, or other fuel support methods. Build re directly on hearth.
Make sure that the oor and the sub-oor of the room in which the stove is installed is
designed to carry the extra weight of the stove. The oor protector plate must be made of
a non-combustible material.
The oor protection plate must lie under the stove and extend 16”(41cm) (18” (45cm) in
Canada) in front of the stove door, 8” (20cm) beyond the sides of the fuel-loading door,
and under the pipe and 2”(5cm) beyond each side for back venting. In Canada, an 8”
(20cm) oor protection is required beyond the sides of the stove and in the back of the
stove (0”in the back for the US).
When deciding where to install your stove, the heat distribution to other rooms should be
taken into consideration. Put the stove at a safe distance from combustible materials; see
the references at the name tag of the stove.
Ift h I s s t o v e Is n o t I n s t a l l e d
p r o p e r l y , ah o m e f I r e m a y r e -
s u l t . tor e d u c e t h I s r I s k , p l e a s e
f o l l o w t h e dI re c tI on s f o r I n s t a l -
l a t I o n c a r e f u l l y .

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Installation with turntable
If the stove is mounted with a revolving base from the distributor, perform the following:
Push the foot pedal/release arm backwards, after which the stove is turned at intervals of 30°.
After reaching the required position, release the pedal, after which the stove is turned
slightly until the pedal falls into place.

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Ref. Description Minimum clearence
A Sidewall to unit 7”(17.8 cm)
B Backwall to unit 5”(12.7 cm)
C Cornerwall to unit 1”( 2.5 cm)
D Sidewall to connector 14”(35.6 cm)
E Backwall to connector 11”(27.9 cm)
F Cornerwall to connector 11”(27.9 cm)
G Ceiling to appliance 9”(22.9 cm)
H Backwall to unit 15”(38.1 cm)
I Backwall to connector 21”(53.3 cm)
J Sidewall to unit 31”(78.7 cm)
K Sidewall to connector 38”(96.5 cm)
L Distance to frontwall/furnishing 43”(109.2 cm)
M Cornerwall to connector 54”(137.2 cm)
Clearance to combustible walls
To nd out whether the wall by which the stove is to be placed is combustible or not,
please contact your architect or the local building authorities.
If the oor is combustible, the stove must be placed on a non-combustible plate such as
steel, glass or stone.

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**:
Please refer to NFPA guidelines in
USA and CAN/CSA B365-M91 in
Canada.
9”

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Clearance to non-combustible wall
We recommend a minimum clearance to non-combustible material of at least 2”(50 mm) so
that cleaning is easy. The cleaning door should be accessible at all times.
Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority.
Floor protection
Floor protection must be non-combustible material extending beneath the stove, and to the
front and sides from door opening and to rear as indicated.
Floor protection for Canada: 18”(45 cm) from unit to front of oor protector.
Floor protector must be under connector pipe an 2” (5 cm) to the side for a thru-the wall
conguration.

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Firewood
Only burn wood that has been seasoned for at least one full year (two years is better). If
the wood has not been seasoned or dried, energy will be lost in evaporating the water
held in the wood. Furthermore, condensation or creosote might occur in the stove and
pipe when damp wood is burnt.
Freshly cut wood contains approx. 60-70% water and is completely unsuited for burning.
Log size should be about 2”(5 cm) less than the width of the rebox
never b u r n t r a s h (p l a s t I c a n d o t h e r t y p e s o f a r tI fIcIa l m a t e r I a l s e m I t
h a r m f u l g a s e s ), d r I f t w o o d , t r e a t e d o r p a I n t e d w o o d , ar t IfIc Ia l l o g s o r
n o n -s e a s o n e d w o o d .
All types of wood heat equally per pound; however, the density of wood is not the same
as is shown in the table below, where the combustible value of wood dried for two years
with a moisture of 15-20% is taken into account. See table to the left.
Drying and storage
Wood to be used for burning in a stove should be dried for two years to ensure optimal
burning.
Here are some storage tips:
• Cut and split the wood before storing.
• Keep the woodpile in a dry sunny place, protected from the rain. Do not cover the pile
with plastic, because that prevents the wood from drying properly.
• Stack the wood with enough space between the rows to ensure good air circulation.
• Bring the logs inside the house two-three days prior to use.
Wood type Dry wood
kg/m³
In comparison
to beech
Beech and oak 580 100 %
Ash 570 98 %
Maple 540 93 %
Birch 510 88 %
Mountain pine 480 83 %
Fir 390 67 %
Poplar 380 65 %
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Adjusting the combustion air
All RAIS stoves are equipped with an easy-to-use handle for adjusting the air control. For
the various positions of the control please see the following illustrations. To ensure proper
combustion process it is very important to supply the correct quantity of air at the right time
and place. The adjustment range made from factory may not be altered for increasing ring
for any reason.
Primary air is dened as combustion air for burning the mass of wood and stimulates pro-
duction of volatile gases.
Secondary air is used to burn o the gases at high temperatures (above 1,000°F/540°C) and
to keep the glass free of soot. The secondary air is let through the air control beneath the
combustion chamber and is heated through the side channels, which is then directed to the
glass. The warm air runs along the glass, keeping it free of soot.
At the very back of the combustion chamber there is a tertiary channel at the top that helps
to combust the remaining gases.
When positioning the air control between Pos. 1 and 2 optimum utilization of the energy
contents of the wood is obtained, because of sucient oxygen for combustion. When the
ames burn bright and yellow, the control has been adjusted correctly. Finding the correct
position takes some trial and error, but is easy to nd.
Never close the air control completely when using the stove. A typical error is to close the
control too soon, because the heat gets too intense. This results in the appearance of a dark
cloud of smoke from the chimney and that means the energy value of the wood is not being
used properly.
It is important for proper control of the re that the instructions in the manual are followed
and the stove door normally is kept closed. It is also necessary to keep the seals in a good
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Using the stove
Only use wood as fuel as described in the rewood section of this manual.
Adjusting the air control
There are three dierent positions for air control:
Position 1:
The damper is almost closed meaning that there is a
minimal air intake.
Position 2:
Push the handle towards the right until it stops. This
position provides full secondary air intake.
In the event of ordinary combustion the handle is to
be adjusted to the interval between pos. 1 and 2.
When the ames are clear and yellow, the damper
has been adjusted correctly resulting in slow/optimal
combustion.
Position 3:
Pull the handle out, and push it towards the right. The
damper is fully open and provides full primary and
secondary air intake. This position is for the kindling
phase and is not used in connection with normal
operation.
REMEMBER THE STOVE IS HOT WHILE IN OPERATION, SO KEEP
CHILDREN, CLOTING, AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT WITH A
STOVE WHEN BURNING MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
Control
If the ashes are white and the combustion chamber walls not covered with soot, the air
adjustment has been correct and the wood suciently dry.

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