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Please pay special attention when handling the ashpan and when removing hot ash due
to danger of burns! The hot ash must not get in contact with flammable objects -e.g. when
throwing in communal waste containers.
When the fireplace stove is used only seasonally and with unfavourable draught or weather
conditions, special attention must be paid when putting the stove into operation. When the
fireplace stove is not in operation for a longer period of time, the flueways must be checked
for obstructions before further operation.
Handling
Adequate facilities must be available for loading, unloading and site handling. This appliance
is heavy and must be handled with care.
Fire Cement
Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not be allowed to come into contact with
the skin. In case of contact wash immediately with plenty of water.
Asbestos
This stove contains no asbestos. If there is a possibility of disturbing any asbestos in the
course of installation then please seek specialist guidance and use appropriate protective
equipment.
Metal Parts
When installing or servicing this stove care should be taken to avoid the possibility of personal
injury.
3.1 Safe distance:
3.1.1 Safe distance of fireplace stoves from flammable materials
200mm to sides
200mm to rear
800mm in front of the centre point of door assembly
Any storage area built into the appliance must not be used to store any combustible materials.
The installation must comply with current Building Regulations, National and European
Standards, Local Authority byelaws and other specifications or regulations as they affect the
installation of the stove. The most stringent clearances to combustibles should be applied.
3.1.2 Safe distance of chimneys from flammable materials and building constructions
Follow Building Regulations and Manufacturers instructions for the type of chimney, the
most stringent clearances should be applied.
3.2 Floor protection
Unless the fireplace stove is installed on a 100% non-flammable floor with a superimposed
hearth or change in level reference Building Regulations Document J section 2.22 – 2.30, it is
necessary to place the stove on a non-flammable insulation mat, e.g. metal plate, ceramics,
hardened glass, stone (at least 12mm thick) and be capable of supporting the weight of the
appliance. The hearth should extend 150mm to sides and rear of the appliance and 300mm
in front of the appliance.
Items made of flammable materials may not be placed on top of the hearth or at a less-than-
safe distance from the fireplace stoves.
Minimal distances:
A > 80cm
B > 20cm
A
B
B
A
