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2.5 Fit the blanking plate to the opening that is not required for use using the 4 x M6 set
screws and nuts provided. Thread each nut on to the screw first and then insert the
screw through the fixing hole into the blind hole in the blanking plate until tight. Now
screw up the nut on the thread to compress the gasket and seal the blanking plate to
the stove. Use 3mm ceramic gasket provided or fire cement to seal.
2.6 Now proceed to install the stove according to these instructions and current
installation standards or HETAS advice. The internal parts of the stove can be re-
assembled as the reverse of the previous removal instructions.
3 Installation Instructions
3.1
WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
3.1.1 READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION!
These instructions cover the basic principles to ensure satisfactory installation of the stove,
although detail may need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions. In all cases the
installation must comply with current local regulations including Building Regulations, Local
Authority Byelaws and other specifications or regulations including UK or EU standards referred
to as they affect the installation of the stove. Approved Document J is particularly important for
England and Wales and can be downloaded for no cost at:
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/professionals/en/4000000000503.html
importance are Approved documents L1 A and B conservation of fuel and power. The Domestic
Heating Compliance Guide will also be found useful.
In addition to these instructions the requirements of BS 8303 and BS EN 15287 must be fulfilled.
The installation is a notifiable building works as defined in the building regulations and that it is a
legal requirement under England and Wales Building Regulations that the installation is either
carried out under Local Authority Building Control approval or is installed by a Competent Person
registered with a Government approved Competent Persons Scheme. HETAS Ltd operate such a
Scheme and a listing of their Registered Competent Persons can be found on their website at
3.1.2 Important Chimney Warning
This stove must not
be installed into a chimney that serves any other heating appliance.
3.1.3 Extractor Fan Warning
There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the stove as this can
cause the stove to emit fumes into the room. If unavoidable the appliance must be
checked with A.D. 1.21 and necessary action taken.
3.1.4 Cleaning and Chimney Sweeping
The appliance, flue & chimney must be cleaned and checked internally and
externally regularly in use and especially after a period of disuse (e.g. after
summer).
Lift down the baffle at least weekly to check for build up of soot or debris on
the top from the flue pipe. A slot is provided in the front edge of the baffle plate for the
multi tool to prevent the need to get hands dirty doing this job. Remove the baffle and
check the flue spigot and connector is fully clear at regular intervals. The chimney and
flue connector must be swept at least annually, more often when used with sooty fuels
or damp wood. A wire centred sweeps brush with guide wheel is recommended. Any
loose, broken or leaking joints or flue ways MUST be repaired immediately.
3.1.5 Fuels
Only use recommended fuels which are seasoned (or kiln dried) wood logs or
smokeless briquetted fuels. The appliance can be damaged by burning petroleum coke,