Vogue Wood Burning & Multi-Fuel Freestanding Stove Range Instructions for Use, Installation & Servicing For use in GB & IE (Great Britain & Republic of Ireland). IMPORTANT THE OUTER CASING, FRONT AND GLASS PANEL BECOME EXTREMELY HOT DURING OPERATION AND WILL RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND BURNS IF TOUCHED. IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED THAT A FIREGUARD COMPLYING WITH BS 8423 (LATEST EDITION) IS USED IN THE PRESENCE OF YOUNG CHILDREN, THE ELDERLY OR INFIRM. Do not attempt to burn rubbish in this appliance.
Contents Vogue - Freestanding Stove Covering the following models: VG-SMW-E / VG-SMM-E / VG-SMTW-E / VG-SMTM-E / VG-MIDW-E / VG-MIDM-E / VG-MIDTW-E / VG-MIDTM-E / VG-MEDW-E / VG-MEDM-E / VG-MEDSLW / VG-MEDSLM-E Appliance Commissioning Checklist.......................3 User Instructions........................................................4 Getting Started............................................................................ 4 User Instructions......................................................
Appliance Commissioning Checklist To assist us in any guarantee claim please complete the following information:Dealer appliance was purchased from: Name: Address: Telephone number: Essential information - MUST be completed: Date Installed: Model Description: Serial Number: Installation Engineer: Company Name: Address: Telephone number: Commissioning Checks - to be completed and signed: Is flue system correct for the appliance: YES NO Flue swept and soundness test complete: YES NO Smoke test com
Getting Started Welcome Congratulations on purchasing your Stovax Vogue, if installed correctly Stovax hope it will give you many years of warmth and pleasure for which it was designed. The purpose of this manual is to familiarise you with your stove, and give guidelines for its installation, operation and maintenance. If, after reading, you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact your Stovax retailer. 1. General Points 1.
Getting Started AIR CONTROLS 1.14 Multi-fuel Controls Use the tool provided or a protective gloved hand to operate, see Diagram 3. 5 Start Up (Maximum In) 3 Multi-Fuel Running Off / Smoke Control Setting * Wood Maximum Running (Maximum out) DO NOT OPERATE THE AIR CONTROLS WITH BARE HANDS 1.15 * In order to achieve the Wood Nominal (Eco) output the control needs to be set halfway between the Off/Smoke Control Setting indent and the Wood Maximum running indent.
User Instructions WARNING Properly installed, operated and maintained, this appliance will not emit fumes into the room. Occasional fumes from de-ashing and refuelling may occur. 3. Recommended Fuels 3.1 Eco stoves are designed to only burn cut seasoned hardwood with a moisture content of less than 20%. Ideally kiln dried beech, birch, oak or ash can be used. Normal cut wood should be seasoned for 12 to 18 months and checked for moisture content before use.
User Instructions 3.4 Fuel consumption. As tested at nominal heat output to the requirements of EN 13240: 2001 for intermittent operation: Fuel Consumption Kg/hour Description Wood Wood Burning Stove 4.2 Kg/hour Briquette Smokeless fuel Small - Wood VG-SMW-E 1.5 - Small - M/F VG-SMM-E 1.5 0.8 Small T - Wood VG-SMTW-E 1.5 - Small T - M/F VG-SMTM-E 1.5 0.8 Midi - Wood VG-MIDW-E 1.5 - Midi - M/F VG-MIDM-E 1.5 0.8 Midi T - Wood VG-MIDTW-E 1.5 - Midi T - M/F VG-MIDTM-E 1.
User Instructions Multi-Fuel Burning Stove 4.5 10 5. Lighting the Appliance If the Smoke Control setting is enabled, the air control slider must be set to the following: 5.1 For best results set air controls as shown, see Diagram 12. 12 Start Up (Maximum In) Multi-Fuel Running Off / Smoke Control Setting Wood Maximum Running (Maximum out) 4.6 If the Smoke Control kit is enabled the air control slider will be pulled out 47mm, see Diagram 11.
User Instructions 5.3 To create an open stack for top down lighting: 5.5 1. Place two medium sized logs parallel on the base of the firebox. Adjust the operating air controls to the maximum, or start-up, setting and close the door. 5.6 2. Place two smaller logs on top running parallel across the bottom logs. Leave the fire to establish and develop a glowing firebed (this may take 30 to 45min or more in some cases). 5.7 Once the fire is established refuel as described in Section 8.
User Instructions 6. Running the Appliance 6.3 Maximum Running 18 Wood Burning Stove 6.1 Start Up (Maximum In) There are several settings that can be used when burning wood, see Diagram 16. Maximum Running Nominal Running The air control slider is operated by pushing or pulling to increase or decrease the air flow. Each position is indicated by an indent 11mm apart.
User Instructions 6.5 Smoke Control Setting - If enabled This appliance is suitable for use in a Smoke Control Area when burning wood and following the instructions for use specified in this manual but ONLY if the Smoke Control kit has been enabled. Multi-Fuel Burning Stove 6.8 There are several settings that can be used when burning solid fuel, see Diagram 22. The air control slider is operated by pushing or pulling to increase or decrease the air flow.
User Instructions 6.10 Multi-Fuel Running 6.12 24 26 Start Up (Maximum In) Start Up (Maximum In) Multi-Fuel Running Multi-Fuel Running Off / Smoke Control Setting Off / Smoke Control Setting Wood Maximum Running (Maximum out) Wood Maximum Running (Maximum out) The Multi-Fuel Running setting allows the appliance to burn at the stated output when burning solid fuel. Take care not to over fire the appliance. 6.
User Instructions 6.14 To fit the Woodburning Conversion kit: Maximum Wood Running 28 Start Up (Maximum In) 7.1 Remove the Brick Protector and the Log Guard (PreInstallation, Sections 2 & 4). 7.2 Manoeuvre the Woodburning plate carefully through the firebox at an angle. Multi-Fuel Running Place flat on the grate, ensuring the 4 slots on the plate align with the 4 existing slots in the Multi-Fuel grate, see Diagram 30 & 31.
Care & Maintenance WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITH THE AIR CONTROL ON START UP FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME AS THIS COULD CAUSE OVER-FIRING AND MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE. 8. Refuelling Wood Burning Stove 8.1 8.2 Open the air controls fully and rake the embers evenly to establish a glowing firebed. If the firebed is low add a small amount of kindling wood to help re-establish the fire. Multi-fuel Stove 8.
Care & Maintenance 10.2 Shut Down 8.19 If there is still burning fuel in the firebox, Stovax do not recommend shutting down the air controls completely unless there is a chimney fire in progress (see Section 12 for advice). Closing the control during the burning process will cause poor combustion and could lead to a build up of gasses that could ignite dangerously. 8.20 Always have enough air entering the stove to maintain some flame within the firebox. 8.
Care & Maintenance 11. Over-Firing 11.1 11.2 Do not over-fill with fuel or run at high temperatures for long periods or over-firing can occur. WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITH THE AIR CONTROL FULLY OPEN FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME AS THIS COULD CAUSE OVER-FIRING AND MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE. 12.2 13.7 Do not use the appliance after a chimney fire until: a) It has been inspected by a registered installer*, confirming the appliance is safe to use.
Care & Maintenance 15. Chimney Sweeping 15.1 To maintain safe and efficient use of the appliance, the chimney/flue must be inspected and swept at least once a year by a qualified chimney sweep*. 19. Optional Extras Outside Air Kit 19.1 If the appliance is used continuously throughout the year, or it is used to burn wood, more frequent sweeping is recommended. This appliance can be fitted with an optional kit to help bring air directly into the appliance from outside.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Symptom Consult your installer Wet wood (over 20% moisture) Use dry seasoned wood (less than 20% moisture content) Poor burning control High flue draught Consult your installer Short burn times Wet wood (over 20% moisture) Insufficient amount of fuel Refer to the table in section 3 Use dry seasoned wood (less than 20% moisture content) High flue draught Consult your installer Air control left fully open Close air control to reduce output Low flue draught Consul
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Symptom Solution Wet wood (over 20% moisture) Use dry seasoned wood (less than 20% moisture content). Operate at a high temperature for short periods each time the appliance is used to avoid large build-ups of tars and creosotes Appliance operated at continuous low temperatures Operate at a high temperature for short periods each time the appliance is used to avoid large build-ups of tars and creosotes.
Installation Checklist Please Note This section is intended to give an overview of the product performance and essential information required for installing the appliance. It is intended for qualified engineers who are already familiar with Stovax products. For full details and expanded information please see the Technical Appendix at the back of this manual. 1.
Installation Checklist 2. Essential Information - Multi-fuel Stove Small Small T Midi Midi T Medium Slimline Medium Model: Wood kW 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 7.0 Solid Fuel kW 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 7.5 Wood % 80 80 80 78 77 75 Solid Fuel % 80 80 77 78 79 81 Wood % 0.14 0.11 0.11 0.12 0.11 0.12 Solid Fuel % 0.07 0.03 0.04 0.11 0.08 0.08 Multi-fuel stove Kg 61.
Installation Checklist 2. Essential Information - Wood Burning Stove Small Small T Midi Midi T Medium Slimline Medium Model: Nominal Heat Output Wood kW 5.0 4.8 5.0 5.0 5.0 7.5 Efficiency Wood % 81 78 78 80 76 76 CO @ 13% O2 Wood % 0.11 0.09 0.12 0.14 0.10 Weight Wood Kg 68 83 91 98 113 Recommended Fuels Wood ‡153 ‡153 ‡153 Vogue Small / Small T Vogue Midi / Midi T GENERAL Vogue Medium Slimline Vogue Medium 0.
Installation Checklist 3. Minimum Dimensions - Hearth 3.1 1 Wood Models These appliances can stand on a superficial hearth which is a minimum of 12mm thick, see Diagram 1. This is also referred to as a Floor Protector Plate or Floor Protector. 3.2 225mm minimum 150mm minimum Multi-Fuel Models 12mm When installed without a plinth these appliances must stand on a non-combustible constructional hearth which is at least 125mm thick with the minimum dimensions as shown in Diagram 2.
Installation Checklist Combustible Materials IF THE APPLIANCE IS TO BE INSTALLED IN A COMBUSTIBLE SETTING THE MINIMUM CLEARANCES CAN ONLY BE ACHIEVED USING A TWIN WALL FLUE SYSTEM AND HEAT SHIELD, SEE HEAT SHIELD INSTRUCTIONS PM1347. 4.3 It is essential for safety to ensure the following clearances to combustible materials are maintained. See Diagram 3 and tables overleaf.
Installation Checklist Distance to Combustible Materials - Parallel Position Woodburning Multi-fuel Model Flue Configuration D (side) E (Rear) D (side) E (Rear) Vogue Small Single Wall - Without a Heat Shield 400 400 400 450 Vogue Small T Single Wall - Without a Heat Shield 400 400 350 400 Vogue Midi Single Wall - Without a Heat Shield 400 500 375 375 Vogue Midi T Single Wall - Without a Heat Shield 400 500 400 400 Vogue Medium Slimline Single Wall - Without a Heat Shield 2
Pre-Installation Instructions 1. General 1.1 To make the installation of the appliance easier it is best to remove the internal components before fitting into the builders opening/studwork. PACKING LIST • • • • • • • • • • • • User & Installer Instructions Warranty card Eco Label Pair leather gloves Rear Flue Collar Blanking Plate Flue Ring 2 x L shaped brackets for alternative hearth fixing Operating Tool Thermic Seal Ash Pan Tool (Multi-Fuel Only) Smoke Control Plate (Multi-Fuel Only) 3.
Pre-Installation Instructions 3b. Vogue Midi 3b.1 4. Removal of the Fire Bricks The baffle rests on two supporting pins which are fitted with two removable supporting tubes. 4.1 Remove the firebricks as part of the routine maintenance. This can be carried out without the use of tools. Slide the tubes off the pins to provide additional manoeuvrability to the baffle. 4.2 Allow the appliance to cool fully before removing firebricks. 4.3 Take care when handling, as bricks can become fragile after use.
Pre-Installation Instructions Take care not to damage the firebricks. 5. Removal of the Multi-fuel Grate — Remove the bricks in the correct order as shown in Diagrams 8 and 9. 5.1 WOODBURNING BRICK SET 8 2 3 The Multi-fuel grate can be removed for cleaning to maintain good working condition. To remove the grate: 2 — Remove the log guard to enable access (see Section 2). — Remove the ashpan (see User Section 10, Diagram 35). — Remove the firebricks (see Section 4).
Pre-Installation Instructions — Lift the fire tray from 1 side and manoeuvre through the firebox, see Diagram 12. 12 — Replace in reverse order.
Installation Instructions 2. Hearth Fixing 1. Installing the Appliance Each installation is unique to the property so it is not possible to give details to suit every setting. The installation must comply with Building Regulations† and be made using "best practice" construction methods‡. The appliance must be fixed to the hearth in at least two positions. There are various hearth mount locking methods detailed in this section depending on the appliance model.
Installation Instructions 3. Top Flue Installation 3.1 The appliance is factory supplied with a top flue outlet but the flue collar and blanking plate require sealing with Fire Cement before use, see Diagram 3. 3.5 Connect appliance to the chimney using flue pipe. 3.6 Seal the connecting joints. 6 3 Flue Collar Inner Blanking Plate The Flue must be installed in accordance with manufacturers instructions. 3.
Installation Instructions 4.3 A Typical Top Flue Pipe Installation — Use 13mm A/F spanner/socket to remove 1 x M8 from each of the 2 front studs. Connection to chimney as detailed in Building Regulations 9 The deflector plate should drop down and it can be moved clear of the rear support shelves and out through the front of the firebox. 1000mm max unsupported 135˚ Elbow with access cover 600mm minimum First remove the deflector plate.
Installation Instructions — Line up with the flue hole and secure in position using 2 M8 nuts onto the 2 front studs (reverse of removal). 4.9 Line up the cast top flush with the front and sides of the appliance. — Slide the rear flue collar onto the four studs on the outside of the back plate and secure using 4 x M8 nuts. 4.10 Fit the cast plug into the flue hole. — Seal to the firebox using fire cement.
Installation Instructions 5.3 Ensure the sides and front of the appliance are sitting level and flush with the plinth. Remove the levelling feet from the front of the appliance base. 5.6 17 Fix the appliance to the plinth using the 2 M8 screws and 2 M8 washers provided. 20 Standard Plinth shown M8 screw & Washer M8 screw & Washer 5.4 The Standard Plinth front is removable. It is advisable to remove this before fitting the appliance to the plinth.
Installation Instructions Multi-Fuel Burning Stove 6. Smoke Control Setting Multi-fuel appliances are supplied with an additional slide restrictor plate making them exempt from the controls that generally apply in Smoke Control Areas. Wood Burning Stove Woodburning appliances are supplied with a pre-fitted smoke control setting and has been independently tested to PD6434 making them exempt from the controls that generally apply in Smoke Control Areas.
Installation Instructions 6.9 To meet the requirements of a Smoke Control Area the appliance MUST be operated correctly in order to minimise the amount of smoke produced. If these models are installed outside of a Smoke Control Area then fitting the smoke control kit is not necessary. 6.14 Undo the 4 nuts & screws securing the EN plate and remove, see Diagram 26. 26 Fitting the smoke control kit should only be done by a suitably qualified installer and must be done at the time of installation. 6.
Installation Instructions 7.1 The Secondary Air Control is located on the back of the appliance, see Diagram 28. 9. Heat Shield 9.1 28 This appliance can be fitted with a heat shield in order to decrease the distance the appliance can be installed from a wall. This must be done at the time of installation. For installation and operating procedures refer to the instructions supplied with the heat shield- Stovax Part No PM1347.
Commissioning Commissioning 1.1 To commission: — Replace the internal components. — Check the door alignment and catch operation and adjust if required (see Maintenance & Servicing, Sections 6 & 7). — Check the soundness of door seals, castings and joints. — Check the operation of the air controls. 1.2 Now carry out a final smoke draw test: — Warm the flue with a blowlamp, or similar, for about 10 minutes. — Place a smoke pellet on the centre of the grate, with the air controls open.
Certificate Of Compliance Upon completing the installation, the form below must be filled in by your installer to comply with the requirements of HETAS and the building regulations. The installer must give theses details, including their HETAS registration number, for the purposes of any insurance details that may change as a result of the appliance being installed.
Maintenance & Servicing For a complete list of spare parts and accessories contact your Stovax Retailer or call 01392 474011 1. Annual Service 1.1 Before the start of the heating season strip, inspect and clean the appliance as detailed: — Allow appliance to cool. — Remove all internal parts: baffle, log guard and firebricks. Take care handling firebricks as they can become fragile after a period of use. — Sweep the appliance at this point if necessary.
Maintenance & Servicing 3. Removing the Woodburning Conversion Kit (if fitted) To maintain safe use of the appliance the Woodburning tray should be removed and cleaned regularly. 3.1 Remove the Brick Protector and the Log Guard (PreInstallation, Sections 2 & 4). Remove ash from the Woodburning tray with a small shovel and place into a Stovax Ash Caddy (Stovax Part No. 4227) or other suitable container. 3.2 Carefully lift the Woodburning plate and rotate through the front of the appliance. 5a.
Maintenance & Servicing 5b.4 Press the new Stovax rope into the locating groove, placing the joint in the middle of the lower edge of the recess, see Diagram 3. 6a.5 Once the desired position has been achieved ensure the 4 socket head screws are firmly tightened against the hinge block assembly to maintain the position. NOTE: Applying Thermic Seal is not necessary. 3 6b. Hinge Blocks on Firebox To adjust the Hinge Blocks on the Firebox: Ø6mm Door Sealing Rope Rope Channel 6b.
Maintenance & Servicing 7.2 Use a 13mm A/F spanner to loosen the half lock nuts either side of the box section in the appliance body. This will allow the dome catch to rotate in and out, see Diagram 7. 10 Correct Position Appliance Body DO NOT undo the catch more than 3-4mm. Box Section Appliance Body 7 Locking Mechanism Half Lock Nuts 7.
Technical Appendix Legal Requirements Before installation and/or use of this appliance please read these instructions carefully to ensure that all requirements are fully understood. Works must be carried out with care to meet the requirements of Health and Safety‡ and comply with the Health and Safety rules**, and any new regulations introduced during the lifetime of these instructions. Particular attention should be drawn to: — Handling: The appliance is heavy.
Technical Appendix - Flues 2. Flue or Chimney 2.1 The flue or chimney system must be in good condition. It must be inspected by a competent person and passed for use with the appliance before installation. Products of combustion entering the room can cause serious health risks. 2.2 The following must be checked: — The construction of the masonry chimneys, flue block chimneys and connecting flue pipe system must meet the requirements of the Building Regulations†.
Ventilation - Technical Appendix 3. Ventilation 3.1 Many older buildings are sufficiently ventilated by natural leakage of air to provide suitable air supply for an appliance of 5kW output or less. Modern building techniques have reduced the amount of air that leaks in or out of a house. A modern construction with an air tightness of less than 5m3 per hour per m2 requires an air vent for ALL solid fuel appliances including those with a rated heat output of less than 5kW.
Technical Appendix 5. Fitting Appliances On A Boat 5.1 If an appliance is to be fitted in a boat it must be done in accordance with the latest edition of BS 8511 (Code of Practice for the Installation of Solid Fuel Heating Appliances on Boats).
Technical Appendix Product Fiche - Information Requirement for Solid Fuel Local Space Heater Vogue Small Eco W Vogue Small Eco MF Vogue Small Tall Eco W Vogue Small Tall Eco MF Vogue Midi Eco W Vogue Midi Eco MF Vogue Midi Tall Eco W Vogue Midi Tall Eco MF Vogue Medium Slimline Eco W Vogue Medium Slimline Eco MF Vogue Medium Eco W Vogue Medium Eco MF Model Direct Efficiency Class A+ A A A+ A A+ A+ A A A A A Direct Heat Output (kW) 5.00 5.00 4.80 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.
Basic Spare Parts VOGUE WOOD VOGUE WOOD Ref.
Basic Spare Parts STANDARD PLINTH ASSEMBLY VOGUE STANDARD PLINTH Ref. Description 1 PLINTH FRAME ASSEMBLY 2 MOUNTING BRACKET 3 CAST PLINTH MIDLINE PLINTH ASSEMBLY VOGUE MIDLINE PLINTH Ref. Description 1 PLINTH FRAME ASSEMBLY 2 CAST PLINTH 3 HEAT SHIELD ASSEMBLY Due to continual technical improvements please check online or with your Stovax retailer for the most up to date parts lists. Only use Genuine Stovax spares when servicing your appliance.
Basic Spare Parts VOGUE DOOR ASSEMBLY - WOOD WOOD DOOR ASSEMBLY Ref. Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CAST DOOR BRACKET HINGE PLATE ASSEMBLY DOOR GLASS ROPE SEAL 1350mm TOP ROPE CHANNEL 11 12 13 14 15 16 HINGE SIDE ROPE CHANNEL Ø13 ROPE SEAL BLACK LATCH SIDE ROPE CHANNEL LARGE SHOULDER SCREW DOOR SLIDER & PIN SPRING DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY LH DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY RH DOOR CATCH BLOCK DOOR HANDLE BRACKET VOGUE DOOR ASSEMBLY - MULTI-FUEL MULTI-FUEL DOOR ASSEMBLY Ref.
Basic Spare Parts BRICK ASSEMBLY - WOOD WOOD BRICK ASSEMBLY Ref. Description 1 2 3 4 SIDE BRICK UPPER REAR BRICK LOWER REAR BRICK ROPE SEAL BRICK ASSEMBLY - MULTI-FUEL MULTI-FUEL BRICK ASSEMBLY Ref. Description 1 2 3 4 SIDE BRICK UPPER REAR BRICK LOWER REAR BRICK ROPE SEAL Due to continual technical improvements please check online or with your Stovax retailer for the most up to date parts lists. Only use Genuine Stovax spares when servicing your appliance.
Service Records 1ST SERVICE Date of Service:................................................................. Next Service Due:............................................................ Signed:............................................................................. 2ND SERVICE Date of Service:................................................................. Next Service Due:............................................................ Signed:...........................................................
The Clean Air Act 1993 and Smoke Control Areas Under the Clean Air Act local authorities may declare the whole or part of the district of the authority to be a smoke control area. It is an offence to emit smoke from a chimney of a building, from a furnace or from any fixed boiler if located in a designated smoke control area.