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3.
BUILDING STANDARDS & REGULATIONS
STATUTE LAW DEFINES THAT ALL GAS APPLIANCES MUST BE INSTALLED BY
COMPETENT PERSONS, i.e. GAS SAFE REGISTERED INSTALLERS.
GAS SAFE MEMBERSHIP ENQUIRIES TEL: 0800 408 5500 IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS (CURRENT EDITION).
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE REGULATIONS MAY LEAD TO PROSECUTION.
3.1
INSTALLATION REGULATIONS
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Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations (as amended)
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Model and Local Authority Byelaws
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Health & Safety Document No. 635.
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The Electricity at Work Regulations
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Institute of Electrical Engineers (I.E.E) Wiring Regulations
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British System Design Manual “Gas Fired Warm Air Heating”
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EN Regulations No. 1196 Supplementary Instructions - Condensing Air Heaters
3.2
BUILDING STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS
Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.
Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidation) Regulations
Building Regulation (Northern Ireland)
Building Regulations Part L
BS 6891
Installation of Low Pressure Gas Pipework of up to 28mm (R1) in domestic premises
(2nd family gases).
BS 5440:1 Flues (for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW).
BS 5440:2 Ventilation (for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW).
BS 5864
Installation of Gas Fired Ducted Air Heaters
BS 5546 Installation of Domestic Hot Water Supplies.
IMPORTANT:
This appliance is CE certificated for safety and performance. It is important that no modifications are
made to this appliance, unless fully approved in writing by Johnson & Starley Ltd. If in doubt please ring Johnson &
Starley Ltd on Telephone 01604 762881.
4.
SAFETY & GAS INFORMATION
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE COMMENCING WITH THE INSTALLATION
4.1
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
4.1.1
Ensure the mains supply voltage, frequency, number of phases and power rating comply with
details on the rating label.
4.1.2
All wiring must be in accordance with the appropriate standards. The equipment must be supplied
with a double pole isolator switch.
4.1.3
Ensure safety regulations and practices are adhered to when installing and using this equipment.
4.1.4
The weight of this appliance exceeds that recommended for a one-man lift. It will therefore be
necessary to gain assistance at times during the installation procedure.
4.1.5
It should be noted that this appliance may contain sharp edges. Care MUST be taken when
handling the appliance to prevent injury.
4.1.6
Once the appliance has been fired beware that certain parts will be hot to the touch.
4.1.7
Do not install flues during rain, high winds or in severe weather conditions.
4.2
GAS INFORMATION
4.2.1
Gas Categories
a. The appliance is certified as a CAT I 2H (20) appliance.
4.2.2
Gas Supply
a. The gas installation must be completed in accordance with the relevant standards (BS 6891).
b. The installation must be tested for gas tightness using suitable methods. The Pipework should
also be purged of air in accordance with the IG Publication Standard.
