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11.
USING APPLIANCE
When in use make sure that there are no flammable materials close to the
front, sides or rear of the appliance.
Always use a fire-guard if there are small children or animals in the room.
Users should become familiar with the normal flame patterns of the Pilot
burner and main burners.
Be aware that the Knob, on the control valve cover may become
HOT
, when
the appliance is in use. Gloves or tongs should be used when moving this cover
to access the control valve knob.
12.
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS
There are certain important safety guidelines to be followed with regards to
the provision of adequate ventilation for vent free appliances. These guidelines
must be noted and the installation must adhere to these. The guidelines are
covered in the installation code: SANS 10087-1. Your installer is required to
install the appliance in accordance with the requirements of the code.
The fireplace
CANNOT BE INSTALLED
in bathrooms or bedrooms!
The fireplace specifically designed to be installed in an open area.
There must be permanent ventilation openings in the room at floor and ceiling
levels. These should never be blocked. These openings should supply a direct
flow of fresh air to the areas where the appliance is installed.
The minimum room volume is 35 meters cubed (35m
3
). In the case of open
plan layouts, the total volume of the combined areas, may be used in
determining if the minimum of 35m
3
is met.
In addition to above general room ventilation, specific ventilation opening of
220 x 70mm is required. The opening must be directly in line with burner
(located below the gas grate in the center). The ventilation opening can be on
either side of the gas grate, including exterior walls.
Included with the fireplace is a single ventilation grill (250x100mm) in brushed
stainless steel finish to cover the above opening. (See FIGURE 3 diagram).
A flue or a decorative cowl may be installed over the unit. Your installer will
advise on this. Where a cowl is used, it may be fitted with a flue if desired, but
this is not a requirement.
