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3.0 Site Requirements – Page 7
3.3 Clearances
(Fig. 4a)
1.
Any combustible material must be at least 300mm
away from the stove or flue pipe.
2.
The wall or surround to each side of the stove must be
flat and unobstructed for at least 300mm.
3.
Any shelf above the stove must be at least 300mm
away from the stove or flue pipe.
4.
No curtains should be within 380mm of the stove or flue
pipe when they are in any position.
3.4 Flues
1.
The chimney or flue system must be suitable for a
Class 1 or Class 2 appliance, as defined by the Building
Regulations.
2.
It must have an internal diameter of minimum 125mm
or equivalent.
3.
Generally brick or block built chimneys, pre-cast flues
or fabricated flues will meet these requirements.
4.
The flue must be a minimum of 4m high, measured
from the hearth to the point of termination. The flue
must befitted with a suitable pot or cowl with an internal
diameter not less than 125mm.
5.
Any obstructions, damper plates or flue restrictors must
be removed before installation.
6.
If the flue is not sound or in good condition a liner of not
less than 125mm internal diameter and conforming to
BS 715 must be fitted.
7.
The flue must be swept before installation and any
underfloor air supply beneath the stove sealed off.
8.
It is essential that there is a positive pull up the flue or
chimney. If there is not,
DO NOT
fit the stove. Seek
expert advice before continuing with the installation.
