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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these operating instructions carefully for full information on the
safe installation, use and care of your new ESSE appliance.
In the UK, the installer has a responsibility under the Health and Safety at
Work Act 1974 to provide for the safety of persons carrying out the
installation. Attention is drawn to the fact that fire cement is caustic and
hands must be washed thoroughly after use. The appliance is heavy and care
must be taken during handling.
Although the appliance does not contain asbestos products, it is possible
that asbestos may be disturbed in existing installations and every precaution
must be taken.
These instructions give a guide for the installation of the appliance but in no
way absolve the installer from responsibilities to conform to British
Standards, in particular BS8303 and BS6461, relating to the installation of
solid fuel appliances. All local regulations including those referring to
national and European standards need to be complied with, when installing
this appliance.
Outside of the UK, the installer must comply with all local, national &
international standards that apply. Any adjacent combustible material
should be far enough away from the appliance so as not to raise 60ºC above
the room temperature when the appliance is in operation. If necessary, any
adjoining walls should be protected from the effects of heat. Clearances
from combustible materials are 50mm from the sides and 100mm from the
rear.
It is also recommended that a smoke alarm, a carbon monoxide detector,
and appropriate fire safety equipment such as a fire extinguisher and fire
blanket are installed in the kitchen as a safety precaution, see Approved
Document J of the Building Regulations for more information.
An adequate air supply for combustion and ventilation is required. A purpose
provided air vent may be necessary, see Approved Document J of the
Building Regulations for guidance. Air openings provided for this purpose
must not be restricted.