Dry Stove Installation Guide
A chimney may comply with regulations but could still be subject to down
draught and similar problems. A chimney terminating above the ridge level is
generally less likely to suffer such problems.
If a new chimney is being provided it should fully comply with the relevant
Building Regulations that specify the requirements for solid fuel burning
installations. Suitable types of chimney include the following :
•
Masonry Chimney : Built with clay or concrete liners, or a chimney block
system meeting Building Regulations.
These types of chimneys should
be installed in accordance with the Building Regulations and BS EN
15287-1:2007.
•
Factory Made Insulated Chimney : Complying with BS 4543:Part 2 (often
called Class 1 prefabricated metal chimney). These types of chimneys
should be installed in accordance with Building Regulations and BS EN
15287-1:2007.
Due to the gradual introduction of European Chimney Standards chimneys
will be specified according to their performance designation as defined in BS
EN 1443 that covers the General Requirements for chimneys. The minimum
performance designation required for use with solid fuel burning stoves is T450
N2 S D3.
The flue and chimney installation must be carefully checked by a competent
person before fitting the stove to ensure it is suitable and will work safely.
If the chimney is old (i.e: built of brick or stone without a liner) or being opened
up for reuse additional checks and smoke testing as described in Appendix E
of the Approved Document J 2010 Edition should also be carried out to ensure
the flue and chimney are in good operating condition.
Check the existing flue is in good condition with suitable access for collection
and removal of debris.
It is also important that suitable flue pipe (recommended at least 600mm in
length) complying with the Building Regulations is used to connect the stove to
the flue in the chimney. Suitable access should be provided into the flue for
regular inspection and sweeping of the flue ways.
The installer should comply with Building Regulations requirements in respect
of providing a Notice Plate giving details on the chimney, flue lining, hearth and
fireplace installation.
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