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3. SAFETY
Below you will find tips and instructions for a good operation of
your fire.
3.1 General
Safe installation of a Dik Geurts fire with heat exchanger for
solid fuels requires specialist know-how. This installation manual
is an essential part of the installation and operation instructions
for this type of fires. Therefore, please read this manual
carefully and observe all instructions!
Section 3.4 states additional safety regulations, specifically for
this type of appliances. Appendix 4 includes a check list that
will help you to install the appliance safely.
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Carefully read this chapter on safety, before you start
performing installation or maintenance work;
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Please observe the general regulations and the precautions/
safety instructions in this manual.
3.2 Regulations
Please install the appliance in accordance with the applicable
European, national, local and constructional (installation)
regulations.
3.3 Precautions/safety instructions during installation
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you should only install and maintain the fire if you are a
competent and recognised wood burning CH appliances
fitter;
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mount the fire on a floor of sufficient load-bearing strength;
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place the fire and/or the flue pipes in front of a wall made of
non-combustible material;
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if you discover flammable materials apply sufficient
heat-resistant isolation material;
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place the fire and/or the flue pipes at least 50 mm away
from the non-combustible wall;
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always place the fire and/or the flue pipes at a minimum
distance of 700 mm from combustible objects and/or
materials;
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mount the fire on a protective floor plate, in case of a
combustible floor. The floor plate made of non-combustible
material should extend at least 300mm at the front of the
fire, and it should be at least 300 mm wider than the fire;
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do not cover the fire and/or do not wrap it in an insulation
blanket or any other material;
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connect the fire to a suitable flue duct;
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have the flue duct inspected and cleaned in advance, by a
certified chimney sweeping company;
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do not make any changes to the fire yourself;
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only replace parts by original parts;
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make sure there is sufficient ventilation in the room where
the fire is installed.
3.4 Additional safety regulations for stoves with
CH heat exchanger
When installing a Dik Geurts fire with CH heat exchanger,
the following is essential:
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Installation without the supplied safety devices is not
permitted.
A Dik Geurts fire is always supplied with the following
safeguards:
- Safety heat exchanger (installed in the appliance);
- Thermal safety valve, with fluid filled detector and
capillary tube;
- Pressure relief valve, 3 bar
Check whether these safeguards, which are necessary for
the installation, are present and only then start performing
the installation!
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Taking the stove in operation without the certainty that all
safety components have been installed optimally, is
prohibited.
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Make sure there is a good provision for the aeration of the
heat exchanger. 3/8”.
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After installation, all safety components should be easily
accessible for inspection and service purposes.
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All components used for the installation at the water side
should at least be resistant to a temperature of 110 °C.
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All installed components that are not part of Dik Geurts’
scope of delivery, must be demonstrably suitable for
application in CH systems.
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When the appliance is used for the first time, all steps of the
operating manual must be observed.
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The user must be clearly instructed about the operation and
maintenance of the installation.
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Recommend the user to make annual appointments for
inspection and maintenance.
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The electrical connection must be realized in accordance
with the locally applicable standard.
If the installation does not comply with these points, any
form of product warranty will become invalid.
3.5 Required safeguards explained in more detail
3.5.1 Thermal safety valve
In accordance with standard EN 12828, the appliance is
protected against a water temperature that is too high. For this
purpose, a thermal safety valve is supplied.
The thermal safety valve must be mounted on a ‘cool’
location (< 50 °C) and must always be easily accessible.
A minimum water pressure of 2.0 bar must be guaranteed.
If the water pressure is not guaranteed, installation should only
take place on an open expansion system.
The safety valve is made with a very thin and fragile capillary
tube. It function is to transfer the pressure that is being
accumulated in the detector to the valve.
If the valve leaks due to damage, the operation is no longer
guaranteed and the valve should be replaced.
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