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Preliminary Installation Procedures for
WAGENER SPARKY RU – Rural Woodburner
To get the full benefit from the Wagener Sparky RU Woodburner it is important that it is installed correctly,
both for efficiency and safety sake. The following points should be noted:-
1.
The characteristics of the Wagener Sparky RU will determine its position within the home.
As a general rule an interior wall installation suits flue requirements better than against an exterior
wall.
2.
Check for flue obstructions above the ceiling. (header tanks, electrical mains or load bearing roof
supports and the like).
3.
The recommended vertical flue height for optimum operation is 4.2metres above the top of Sparky
RU’s Flue Collar Panel. The performance of Sparky RU depends more on the flue than on any other
single component. It is the draw on the flue that drives the stove.
4.
Remember a permit is required from your Local Authority.
Flue System
Must be manufactured in accordance with AS/NZS 2918-2001 and tested to Appendix F.
See installation instructions on pages 4, 5 & 6.
PLEASE NOTE
:
A purpose designed and tested petite flue system is available for Sparky RU
using a 100/150/200mm system with a reduced flue shield and ceiling plate.
Flue Shield
Sparky RU requires a single flue shield standing 1000mm high and spaced 30mm above the flue collar panel.
Please refer to fitting instructions supplied with the flue shield.
Floor Protector/Hearth Requirements & Positioning
Sparky RU
requires an
ash hearth floor protector only
of a minimum size of 610mm wide and 865mm
deep. (eg Tiles, slate, treadle plate etc)
The Ash Hearth floor protector shall have an upper surface, including grouting if required, of a durable,
non-combustible material.
All joints in the surface must be sealed to protect and prevent ash or spilled embers reaching the floor.
Floor protection must extend under Sparky RU and forward 300mm and be 200mm from each side of the
firebox door opening. (120mm from the side panel to each side)
For concrete floors trim back any floor coverings to no less than the minimum hearth requirement.
NOTE: SPARKY RU MUST BE AFFIXED TO THE HEARTH AND FLOOR FOR SEISMIC RESTRAINT.
For Seismic Restraint secure through two holes at the rear of the log box base and screw through the hearth
and into the floor.
Wet Back Fitting
Sparky RU
can be fitted with a wet back. We recommend that you use the “Lion” Wet Back which has been
designed and tested specifically for Sparky RU. In general, wet backs are factory fitted at the time of ordering.
However, a suitably qualified person can fit or change the wet back out in the field if this is required. Water
MUST always be present in the wet back. The wet back MUST be connected by a Registered Plumber to an
open vented system. Tempering valves are required. Please check the PH level of the water supply as wet
backs can become fouled with lime which will void the warranty. NB Some coals are very corrosive and may
shorten the life of the wet back – please check with the supplier as this is NOT covered by warranty. Please
advise the householders NOT to boil the wet back as this will cause vibrations and will fatigue the wet back,
the pipes and the cylinder. This will NOT be covered by the warranty.
