Do
have the chimney swept prior to installation if it was previously used for solid fuel.
Do
have the fire installed in accordance with the installation instructions
Do
allow a minimum clearance of 90mm from the top of the appliance fascia to the
underside of any shelf whether it is made from combustible or non-combustible
materials. This clearance is necessary to allow the fascia to be lifted off for servicing
and also allows sufficient access to operate the control knob. For a shelf made from
wood or other combustible materials deeper than 150mm add 12.5mm to the clearance
for every 25mm of additional shelf depth (See graph 1). Please bear this in mind if ever
you add a shelf.
Do
provide a suitable guard that complies with BS 8423 for the protection of young
children, the elderly and the infirm. Such a guard is also recommended for the protectio
n
of pet animals
. (
Although this fire conforms to all the applicable standards, it is a heating
appliance and certain parts of its surface will become hot).
Note: The guard supplied with the fire acts as a fireguard conforming to BS1945:1971
and satisfies the Heating Appliance (Fireguard) (Safety) Regulations 1991.
Do
wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is switched off or the
flames are extinguished for any reason. (Your fire is fitted with a safety device that will
automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if, for any reason, the flames go out.)
Do
get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire. Soft wall
coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have a raised pattern are easily affected by
heat. They may, therefore, scorch or become discoloured when close to a heating
appliance. Please bear this in mind whenever you are considering redecorating.
Do
provide a minimum clearance of 50mm between the fascia sides and any corner wall
having combustible material or other combustible surface which projects beyond the
front of the fire (See figure 1). Please bear this in mind if ever you are considering
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Graph 1 Shelf clearances
