Review of Riva 66 Multi-fuel Fire
Riva Cassette stove
We had a grey Riva installed about 5 years ago. The first problem experienced was a very loud bang as the stove heated up or cooled down. The installer had to remove the unit and pot rivet the back plate to the frame in several places. It still bangs but not as startling as before. the other problem is that the front flap has to be left down (and collects ash as a result) otherwise the control lever binds. For some reason our stove has never performed as well as our neighbours' fitted at the same time. we both use the same wood source. The installer said to open the door "a crack" to get air to flow down onto the fire but I find it better to have the door shut and use the under draught controls. The stove needs emptying every 3/4 days. Fortunately we don't use it that often as otherwise I would suspect its longevity. The grey finish has become grubby over time.
Stove expert replied: Disappointing problem, strange performace is poor compared to your neighbours, is their installation / flue arrangement different?