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3.8. Installation Procedure (Thermobox)
Before commencing installation, ensure that the intended installation will comply
with details in
on Page
.
3.8.1. Magiglo Thermobox Installation Instructions
When installing the Magiglo Solitaire in conjunction with a Magiglo Thermobox, please follow
the installation instructions below.
If installing the Magiglo Solitaire in conjunction with an alternative Thermobox/Hotbox, please
ensure that it conforms to the details given in
Section 3.8.6
.
If installing a fire into an existing fireplace opening, please proceed to
Section 3.9
.
Note:
The Magiglo Thermoboxes are designed to be inset into a 16” or 18” fireplace
opening. Any surround that is to be installed with the Magiglo Thermobox must
be rated at 150
o
C.
The installation of the Thermobox must be carried out by a competent person in
accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1994 (as
amended). It is mandatory that all gas installers are CORGI registered.
These Thermoboxes are suitable for use with Decorative Gas fires only, and
must not be used with solid fuel.
3.8.2. Initial Installation (All Models)
The following notes are applicable to all three Thermoboxes prior to installation. Upon
completing this section, proceed to the relevant Installation section for the particular model
being installed.
1. Ensure that the fireplace opening size is
at least 5mm deeper and 10mm wider
than the size of the Thermobox being
installed, to allow for expansion and
ease of installation.
2. Ensure that the hearth inside the
fireplace is level and the front face of the
opening is square with the hearth.
3. The Gas supply feed pipe must be
routed inside the fireplace opening and
provision made for it to be fed into the
box before permanent fixing of the
Thermobox is carried out.
3.8.3. Installation (Deluxe Thermobox Only)
1. Remove the burner tray from the box, by
undoing the fixing nuts on the front legs
of the burner tray.
2. Slide the box centrally into the opening.
3. While pressing the Thermobox in, mark
out the rear holes on the base, onto the
hearth.
4. Remove the Thermobox then drill and
plug the holes as marked.
5. Apply an appropriate seal to the rear of
the back edge of the flange.
6. Replace the box into the opening and
using appropriate screws, secure the box
to the hearth through the rear holes.
