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LT
6312 (ISS 3)
Consideration should be given to the location of the appliance ensuring it is very visible and it
should be positioned at a height were it can clearly be seen on approach.
Frets, and Fascias used for HOLE in the WALL must be compliant with Paragon Fires CE approval; these are listed at
the end of this page.
Where the fire is fitted as a “Hole in the Wall” without a hearth the installer MUST ensure the appliance is fixed
firmly into the opening to ensure no movement takes place to the fuel bed when the appliance controls are
operated.
The installer MUST ensure that the fuel bed is laid correctly and securely
The installer MUST advise the user that care should be taken when the appliance is in use to ensure occupants do
not get unnecessarily close to the appliance or position furniture or other appliances to close.
The installer MUST remind user of the requirement to fit a “secure fireguard” where the room is used by elderly,
infirm or young persons.
The installer MUST explain to the user that the area immediately in front of the appliance must always be keep clear
of combustible items other than the floor covering (which must be fixed)
CLEARANCE TO SHELF
Minimum clearance from hearth to underside of combustible shelf should be 700mm provided shelf depth 150mm
or less. This height may be reduced to 640mm for a shelf depth of 100mm or less
When the shelf depth is increased by increments of 12.5 mm greater than 150mm, add 25mm to the 700mm
minimum clearance.
CLEARANCE TO SIDES OF FIRE
Minimum width between vertical sides of combustible surround should not be less than 700mm provided fire is
central to surround and sides do not project more than 150 mm. When vertical side forward projection is increased
by 12.5 mm add 50 mm to inside width of surround.
N.B. When fire is fitted this provides a minimum side clearance of 100mm.
Care should be taken to prevent any damage being caused to surrounding soft furnishings or decoration, e.g. many
embossed vinyl wall coverings may become discoloured if placed too close to the appliance.