ruegg Violino 45x60 User manual

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Flex-Line
OPERATING MANUAL

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1. Table of contents
1. Table of contents............................................................................................................................3
2. Editorial..........................................................................................................................................5
2.1. Purpose of the manual...........................................................................................................6
2.2. Keeping the manual...............................................................................................................6
2.3. Other applicable documents ..................................................................................................6
2.4. Safety information..................................................................................................................6
3. Information about the product.........................................................................................................8
3.1. Type test................................................................................................................................8
3.2. Requirements for installation and operation...........................................................................8
3.3. Intended use..........................................................................................................................8
3.4. Temporary-burning fireplace..................................................................................................8
3.5. Instruction by a specialist installer..........................................................................................8
3.6. Multiple use of the flue gas system ........................................................................................9
3.7. Technical data.......................................................................................................................9
3.8. Firebox lining with Thermobrikk®.........................................................................................11
3.9. Type plate............................................................................................................................12
3.10. Operating elements .............................................................................................................13
3.11. Fire door..............................................................................................................................14
3.12. Air regulator.........................................................................................................................15
3.13. Flue gas valve .....................................................................................................................15
3.14. Valves for combustion air/convection air..............................................................................16
3.15. Air grille ...............................................................................................................................16
3.16. Fan......................................................................................................................................17
4. Information about safety...............................................................................................................18
4.1. Safety spacing in the heat-radiation area.............................................................................18
4.2. Air grille ...............................................................................................................................18
4.3. Precoat................................................................................................................................18
4.4. Fire door..............................................................................................................................19
4.5. Combustion air.....................................................................................................................19
4.6. Responsibility to inspect ......................................................................................................19
4.7. Damage to the system.........................................................................................................19
4.8. Changes to the system........................................................................................................19

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4.9. Care and maintenance.........................................................................................................19
4.10. Chimney fire ........................................................................................................................20
5. Fuel..............................................................................................................................................21
5.1. Forbidden fuels....................................................................................................................21
5.2. Flammable and explosive materials.....................................................................................21
5.3. Firewood sizes.....................................................................................................................21
6. Information about operation..........................................................................................................22
7. Commissioning.............................................................................................................................23
7.1. Complete combustion..........................................................................................................23
7.2. Reduce harmful substances.................................................................................................24
7.3. Firing module.......................................................................................................................24
7.4. Putting on wood...................................................................................................................24
7.5. Effect of weathering.............................................................................................................25
7.6. Preparing the system...........................................................................................................26
7.7. Fire......................................................................................................................................26
7.8. Loading in fuel.....................................................................................................................26
7.9. Firing with full load...............................................................................................................27
7.10. Firing with a light load..........................................................................................................27
8. Closing down................................................................................................................................28
8.1. Malfunctions ........................................................................................................................28
9. Information about care and maintenance......................................................................................30
9.1. Cleaning..............................................................................................................................31
9.2. Checks ................................................................................................................................33
9.3. Maintenance........................................................................................................................33
9.4. Repair..................................................................................................................................34
9.5. Spare parts..........................................................................................................................34
9.6. Warranty conditions.............................................................................................................34

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2. Editorial
The fire is part of the family
Creativity
Appreciation
Passion
Matthias Rüegg, CEO of the Rüegg Group
People often ask me what makes Rüegg so successful. That’s a good question, which I am always happy
to answer. There are three things:
First there’s creativity. That is the desire always to look at things in a different light and search for and risk
something new, unknown and unique. For example, Rüegg discovered the firebox that can be sealed with
a pane of glass and therefore created the basic conditions for efficient, clean, living room fires. There
have been thousands of larger and smaller flashes of genius, from which a living room fire with the unique
qualities of Rüegg have ultimately emerged.
Secondly, the appreciation that runs as a thread through all of our activities. But first and foremost, there
is the appreciation of our customers, employees and business partners, without whom we would not exist.
Then there is also the appreciation of natural resources and the careful treatment of our natural basis for
life. It is not just the large but also the very small things that shape our prominence and thanks to which
we can stand behind our products with complete conviction.
The third and equally important catchword is passion. It is the driving force to build systems for our
customers that give satisfaction for a very long time thanks to their quality, long service life, ease of
operation and reliability. Passion is also the desire always to have our finger on the pulse. It simply gives
us pleasure to surprise the market with novelties and clever innovations time and again.
Creativity, appreciation and passion. That is the foundation our success is based on. That is what all my
staff, and indeed, I myself stand for.
And now I hope you will enjoy reading and find much inspiration. I am certain that a few Rüegg sparks will
also jump out at you.
Yours, Matthias Rüegg

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2.1. Purpose of the manual
This manual is aimed at operators of a fireplace. It contains important information for safe and sustainable
operation, as well as for the care and maintenance of your fireplace.
Read this manual through carefully before starting the first fire. No special previous knowledge is
required.
2.2. Keeping the manual
Keep this manual close to your fireplace. You can read through it at a later date, if necessary. Other
useful information and a copy of this manual can be found on the Internet at:
www.ruegg-cheminee.com
2.3. Other applicable documents
Follow applicable documents for components of third-party manufacturers (e.g. fans, dampers etc.) that
are installed in your fireplace.
2.4. Safety information
Carefully read the generally applicable safety information in Section 4.
The warnings embedded in the text will make you specifically aware of potential hazards when operating
and maintaining the fireplace. The warning information is clearly marked and divided into three steps:
Step 1
Indicates a potential hazard. Failure to observe or take remedial action may result in serious injury!
Example:
Example:
Risk of fire!
Flammable materials may ignite when exposed to naked flames and hot surfaces.
▪Do not store combustible materials close to the fireplace
▪Keep a safe distance from the fireplace

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Step 2
Indicates a potential hazard. Failure to observe or take remedial action may result in minor injury!
Example:
Hot surfaces!
Contact with hot surfaces may result in severe burns.
▪Do not touch hot surfaces
▪Use safety gloves
▪Always supervise children
Step 3
Indicates a potential hazard. Failure to observe or take remedial action may result in damage to the
product!
Example:
Ceramic glass
Unsuitable liquids and cleaning agents will damage the surface of the ceramic glass.
▪Only use permitted liquids and cleaning agents
▪Follow maintenance information

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3. Information about the product
3.1. Type test
Our products are checked for fire safety by an accredited test institute and for compliance with country-
specific flue gas emissions. The current versions of the following standards apply to the inspection:
Fireplaces
→
EN 13229
Room heaters
→
EN 13240
Ovens
→
EN 12815
3.2. Requirements for installation and operation
Apply to the relevant authority for the necessary licences for installing and operating your system. Obtain
operating approval, if necessary, before initial use.
Have your system installed by a specially trained installer. They will ensure that all valid European,
national and local requirements and directives are met for the installation and operation.
3.3. Intended use
Your system consists of a fireplace insert, a surround, an air supply and a flue gas system. The fireplace
insert is approved for burning solid mineral fuels, as described in Section 4.1. No other uses are permitted
and may result in damage to property or personal injury.
3.4. Temporary-burning fireplace
The fireplace insert is tested as a temporary-burning fireplace. You may operate your system with the
permitted fuel and maximum permitted fuel quantities without the time restriction.
3.5. Instruction by a specialist installer
Have your specialist installer explain your system to you in detail when it is first used. Always contact your
specialist installer in the first instance if you have any questions or problems with the system. They know
the system in detail and will be able to provide you with expert information.

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3.6. Multiple use of the flue gas system
Multiple use is where several fireplaces are connected to the same flue gas system. The fire doors of all
the fireplaces must be self-closing to ensure that the flue gases are safely removed.
3.7. Technical data
The values listed in the following tables either depend on the particular design or were established during
a type test in accordance with EN 13229.
Violino 45x60
Violino 45x80
Violino 55x73
Fireplace (clear opening) H x W
cm
45 x 60
45 x 80
55 x 73
External dimensions W x D x H
cm
77 x 53 x 113
97 x 53 x 113
89 x 53 x 125
Complete weight
kg
220
280
280
Nominal heat performance
kW
8.4
9.2
12.5
Room heat performance
kW
9.2
10.1
13.7
Efficiency
%
84
80
80
Combustion per hour
kg/h
2.6
4.2
CO (rel. to 13 vol. % O2)
mg/
Nm3
1250
1125
1000
Dust (rel. to 13 vol. % O2)
mg/
Nm3
11
23
10
Flue gas flow rate (closed)
g/se
c
7.9
10.6
12.9
Flue gas temperature (closed)
°C
256
273
304
Minimum pressure head (closed)
Pa
12
12
12
Diameter flue gas outlet
cm
20
20
20
Test in accordance with EN 13229
no.
RRF - 29 15
4144
RRF –29 15
4184
RRF 29 16 4303

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Violino 55x98
Violino 65x87
RIII 45x100x46
Fireplace (clear opening) H x W
cm
55 x 98
65 x 87
45 x 100 x 46
External dimensions W x D x H
cm
115 x 53 x 123
104 × 53 × 145
98 x 61 x 110
Complete weight
kg
314
330
335
Nominal heat performance
kW
14
12.1
11
Room heat performance
kW
14.8
13.4
12.1
Efficiency
%
80
81
84
Combustion per hour
kg/h
4.4
4.3
3.49
CO (rel. to 13 vol. % O2)
mg/
Nm3
1125
1250
1250
Dust (rel. to 13 vol. % O2)
mg/
Nm3
22
14
10
Flue gas flow rate (closed)
g/se
c
13.2
12.1
8.6
Flue gas temperature (closed)
°C
305
294
301
Minimum pressure head (closed)
Pa
12
12
12
Diameter flue gas outlet
cm
20
20
20
Test in accordance with EN 13229
no.
RRF –29 16
4252-1
RRF - 29 16
4219
RRF- 29 16
4399
RIII 45x56x46
Fireplace (clear opening) H x W
cm
45 x 56 x 46
External dimensions W x D x H
cm
55 x 61 x 100
Complete weight
kg
180
Nominal heat performance
kW
8.2
Room heat performance
kW
9
Efficiency
%
81
Combustion per hour
kg/h
2.65
CO (rel. to 13 vol. % O2)
mg/
Nm3
1250
Dust (rel. to 13 vol. % O2)
mg/
Nm3
27
Flue gas flow rate (closed)
g/se
c
7.7
Flue gas temperature (closed)
°C
303
Minimum pressure head (closed)
Pa
12
Diameter flue gas outlet
cm
20
Test in accordance with EN 13229
no.
RRF 29 17 4485

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3.8. Firebox lining with Thermobrikk®
The firebox linings with Thermobrikk® consist of several wall- and floor components. The following images
apply to all shapes and sizes of Rüegg fireplaces fitted with Thermobrikk®.
Install the firebox lining in the specified order and dismantle the individual components in the reverse
order.
Set up the wall elements in the firebox. Start in
the corner of the back and side wall.
Set up the wall elements in the firebox. Push
behind the sheet metal tab in the area of the
firebox opening.
Always place the cut-to-size wall elements
forwards in the area of the firebox opening!
Fill the back and side walls with wall elements.
Push wall elements together without any gap.
Fasten the mounting bracket to the firebox wall
with screws.
Place all floor elements carefully on the floor of
the sheet metal. Evenly distribute any lateral
play between the floor elements.

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3.9. Type plate
Important performance data is captured on the type plate. The type
plate can be found on the right-hand side of the appliance on the
inside of the lining.
Lateral thermal insulation / Isolation latérale: XX cm mineral wool / Fibre minérale
thermal insulation behind / Isolation arrière: XX cm ρ ≥ 100 kg/m³;λr ≤ 0.035 W/(mK);
thermal insulation underneath / Isolation dessous: XX cm T ≥ 750° C
Minimum safety spacing from combustible materials /
Distance de sécurité minimale aux éléments inflammable: XXX cm
Nominal heat performance / Puissance nominale: XX.X kW
thermal performance range / Plage de puissance: X.X - XX.X kW
CO (13% O2): X.X% / XXXX mg/Nm³
Dust / Poussière: XX.X mg/Nm³
Flue gas temperature / Température des fumées: XXX° C
Efficiency / Rendement: XX.X% from the test in accordance with EN 13229
Testing laboratory indicator / No. d'identification du lab. d'essai: 1625
Test standard / Essai suivant norme: EN 13229:2006, A1:2003, A2:2004
Heating element / Foyer: EN 13229-WA
VKF no. / No. AEAI: XXXXX
Multiple connections permitted only with a self-closing door Le raccordement multiple n'est autorisé que pour des foyers à
fermeture de porte automatique
May only be operated as a temporary-burning fireplace Foyer ne pouvant être utilisé qu'en feu intermittent (INT) Read
and follow the manual Lisez attentivement la notice d'utilisation
Sole recommended fuel: Natural wood Combustible agrée: Bois naturel
Rüegg Cheminée AG CH-
8126 Zumikon www.ruegg-
cheminee.com
Fireplace insert name
Manufacturer’s number Date of manufacture
No. de fabrication XXXXX Date de fabrication dd.mm.yyyy

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3.10.Operating elements
The overview shows a possible layout option for the operating elements. The number and the layout of
the operating elements may vary depending on the model. Not all the operating elements mentioned
need be present on your fireplace.
68
71. Air regulator
2. Fire door
3. Air grille ‒ Ambient air inlet
4. Valve flap for combustion air
5. Valve flap for convection air
6. Air grille ‒ Warm air outlet
7. Handle for flue gas flap
8. Regulator for fan
1 2 4
3 5

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3.11.Fire door
The fire door on your fireplace can either be pushed up or swivelled open (swing out). It is constructed
either asa single unit or in two parts, depending on the shape. The fire door consists of the following main
components:
▪Gasket
▪Frame
▪Ceramic glass
▪Handle
▪Hinge
▪Locking mechanism
Push up / push down
The fire door can easily be pushed up and down by hand. Always hold the fire door firmly by the handle
when pushing.
Disengage/swivel open (swing out)
Disengage the fire door as shown in the picture. Remove all objects from the swivel range and
swing/swivel the fire door carefully outwards.
Close (snap shut)/engage
Remove all objects from the swivel range and close/snap the fire door carefully shut. The fire door locks
automatically.
Violino:
View from the front Locking detail View from the side
RII, RIII:
View from the front Locking detail View from above

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3.12.Air regulator
The supply of combustion air to the firebox is regulated with the air regulator. Depending on the operating
condition, for ideal combustion more or less air must be supplied to the fire. The air regulator is variably
adjustable. The symbol in the glass indicates in what setting more or less air is supplied.
Move the air regulator manually to the desired position.
1. CLOSED
2. OPEN
1 2
3.13.Flue gas valve
The flue gas discharge is regulated in the flue gas system using the flue gas valve. The flue gas valve
must always be open during the operation. The flue gas valve is variably adjustable. If there is a strong
draught in the flue gas system the flue gas valve can be closed slightly and the draught restricted in this
way. The symbol on the twist grip indicates the position the flue gas valve is in.
Move the grip to the desired position by hand.
1 2 1. CLOSED
2. OPEN

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3.14.Valves for combustion air/convection air
Depending on your fireplace’s design, one or two air valves may be fitted close to the external facade.
The one valve opens and closes the supply of combustion air. The other valve opens and closes the
supply of convection air. The settings of the valves are controlled by separate gate valves. The valves
must always be fully open when the fireplace is in operation. To avoid thermal bridges, the valves must
be closed when the fireplace is being used.
Pull or push the gate valve into the desired position by hand.
1. CLOSED
2. OPEN
1 2
3.15.Air grille
Air grilles, whose purpose is to circulate air, may be fitted to the casing of your fireplace. Ambient air
enters the fireplace casing through the bottom air grille and the heated air escapes through the top air
grille into the installation room. The air grilles can be lockable or not lockable, depending on the design.
The valves must always be fully open when the fireplace is being used.
Open or close the air grille on the corresponding gate valve.
2
1. Air grille INLET
2. Air grille EXIT
3. Regulator (optional)
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The air grilles are fixed into the casing with clamping plates. If necessary, you can remove the air grille by
pulling it out and fit it again by pushing it back in.
3.16.Fan
Depending on the design, a fan can be fitted in the substructure to your fireplace or outside the casing.
The fan increases the system’s air flow and distributes the warmed air in the installation room by means
of the air grilles. The speed of the fan can be variably adjusted by hand using the rotary control. The fan
should always be switched on when the fireplace is being used.
Turn the regulator to the desired position by hand.
2 3 1. SWITCHED OFF
2. SWITCHED ON (large air flow)
3. SWITCHED ON (small air flow)
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4. Information about safety
4.1. Safety spacing in the heat-radiation area
Flammable materials in the heat-radiation area of the fire door can be ignited. To avoid fires, keep the
safety spacing of X [cm] between combustible materials and the fire door of your system.
Y Y Y
X X X
X
X
X X X
Appliance
X
[cm]
Y
[cm]
Violino 45x60
125
-
Violino 45x80
150
-
Violino 55x73
130
-
Violino 55x98
150
-
Violino 65x87
170
-
RIII 45x100x46
100
60
RIII 45x55x46
80
70
4.2. Air grille
Air grilles can be fitted in the casing depending on the type and function of your system. The convention
air must be freely able to circulate through this air grille. Ensure that the air grilles are not closed or
covered by any objects.
4.3. Precoat
Combustible floors must be protected around the fire doors by a non-combustible precoat. The precoat on
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4.4. Fire door
Your fire door is self-closing or not self-closing depending on the design. Self-closing fire doors have a
safety function combined with other combustion units that are connected to the same chimney.
No manipulation or changes to the fire door are permitted. Have the defective fire doors and gaskets
repaired by the specialist installer straight away.
4.5. Combustion air
Depending on the type and function of your system the combustion air is fed into the system from the
installation room (dependent upon ambient air) or from the outside (separated from ambient air). Ensure
that sufficient ambient air can always flow in when several systems in a composite heating system are
working simultaneously. Appliances that extract ambient air (extractor hoods, ventilation systems, central
dust extraction units etc.) may not affect the operating safety of your system.
System dependent upon ambient air
Ensure that sufficient fresh air is always able to flow into the installation room.
System separate from ambient air
Ensure that the fresh air vent on the external facade or in the basement of the building is neither closed
nor covered by any objects.
4.6. Responsibility to inspect
Small children and young people can sustain severe burns on the surfaces from the system when it is
hot.
Always supervise small children when the system is operating. Explain to young people the risk of burns
from the fireplace when it is in use.
4.7. Damage to the system
Operating damaged or incomplete systems is not permitted!
Do not carry out repairs to your system yourself. Have the defective systems repaired immediately by the
specialist installer.
4.8. Changes to the system
Unauthorised changes to your system or individual parts are not permitted.
The manufacturer must always authorise any changes to the fireplace insert. Have any changes to your
system carried out by the specialist installer.
4.9. Care and maintenance
Support the long-standing and safe operation of your system with a little maintenance and care.
Clean your system regularly and have it checked periodically by a specialist.