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Recommended to Buy Together - Select Size of Rope Above
Replacement Rope Kit is designed to restore the efficiency of your stove by providing all the necessary components to replace worn-out rope gaskets. With this all-in-one kit, you can ensure your stove maintains a tight seal, preventing leaks and optimising its performance. The kit includes 2 metres of white glass fibre rope, Vitcas rope adhesive, and protective gloves for a quick and straightforward installation without the need to purchase additional items separately.
Key Features
All-in-One Kit: Everything you need in one package, eliminating the need to source individual components.
Versatile Use: Suitable for wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves.
White Glass Fibre Rope: A clean, polished look for modern stove aesthetics.
Applications
Flue System Sealing: Restores the tight seal in your stove's flue system, improving safety and efficiency.
Stove Door Sealing: Replaces the gasket between the stove door and body, ensuring a proper seal to prevent air leaks.
Stove Glass Sealing: Ideal for renewing the seal around the stove glass, preventing smoke and heat from escaping.
Installation Instructions
Cool the Stove: Ensure the stove is completely cool before starting.
Remove Old Gasket: Open the stove door, remove the old gasket, and clean the groove.
Measure and Cut Rope: Measure the groove and cut the rope to fit.
Apply Rope Glue: Spread the Vitcas rope adhesive evenly inside the groove.
Install New Rope: Press the rope into the groove, ensuring a snug fit.
Let Adhesive Set and Cure: Allow the adhesive to set and cure fully before using the stove.
Final Check: Close the stove door to ensure the new gasket forms a tight seal.
The White Stove Rope Seal and Glue Kit is available in the following sizes: 3mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm and 12mm thick. The length can be chosen per metre. If you are unsure of the quantity you need, please use our Product Calculator at https://www.vitcas.com...
Is it 14 mill
No, its diameter ranges from 3mm to 12mm. The length is 2m.
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Is it an universal kit, can you use it on any stove.
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Does the kit include everything needed to replace the seal?
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The kit contains 2 metres of white glass fibre rope, VITCAS RA Rope Adhesive and protective gloves. These are the principal materials needed to remove and replace a worn stove gasket. Suitable cleaning tools and a sharp cutting tool may still be required to prepare the groove and trim the rope accurately.
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Can this kit replace the seal around stove glass?
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Yes. The white stove rope kit can renew suitable seals around stove glass, as well as between the stove door and appliance body. Check that round rope is the correct gasket type and choose the diameter specified for the stove. Clean the sealing channel thoroughly before pressing the new rope into the supplied adhesive.
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How do I know which rope diameter to order?
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Check the stove manufacturer’s instructions or compare the replacement with the original rope and gasket groove. The diameter must be large enough to form a close seal without making the door difficult to shut. Do not choose the size solely from the outside dimensions of the stove door.
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Why is heat or smoke still escaping after replacement?
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An incomplete seal may result from the wrong rope diameter, a gap between the cut ends, an unclean groove or uneven fitting. Remove old adhesive and debris before installation, position the rope without stretching it and make sure the ends meet neatly. After the adhesive has cured, close the door and inspect the full seal.
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Should the replacement rope be stretched during fitting?
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No. Measure the cleaned groove and position the rope naturally without pulling or stretching it. Stretching can cause the gasket to contract later or leave an inadequate seal. Cut it so the ends meet neatly, apply the supplied adhesive evenly inside the groove and press the rope firmly into place.
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Can the kit renew a seal in the flue system?
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Yes. The kit is suitable for renewing appropriate rope seals in a stove flue system, as well as around stove doors and glass. Confirm that the selected diameter suits the joint and that the expected temperature remains within the rope’s 550°C rating. Flue arrangements should also meet the appliance manufacturer’s installation requirements.
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When can the stove be used after fitting the rope?
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Allow the supplied rope adhesive to set and cure fully before operating the stove. Follow the adhesive instructions rather than assuming a fixed waiting time. Once cured, close the door and check that the white stove rope remains securely positioned and forms an even seal around the complete groove.
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How can I avoid a gap between the rope ends?
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Measure the cleaned gasket groove carefully before cutting the replacement rope. Fit the rope without stretching it, then trim the ends so they meet neatly without overlapping. A visible gap can prevent the stove door from sealing evenly, so check the complete gasket position before allowing the supplied adhesive to cure.
