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3.6. Appliance Location
The fire must be fitted on a flat non-combustible base. In addition a non-combustible hearth or
physical barrier with minimum dimensions shown in figures below
should be provided in front
of the fireplace opening where relevant.
However, with hole in the wall fire installations, where it may be desirable not to include a
hearth with the appliance installation, Building Regulation Approved Document J paragraph
3.40 currently states:-
Appliance should be placed on hearths unless:
a) they are installed so that every part of any flame or incandescent material will be at
least 225mm above the floor; or
b) the manufacturer’s instructions state that a hearth is not required.
Burley Magiglo would recommend that a hearth or physical barrier be installed with this
appliance. However, should you decide not to follow our recommendation and do not fit a
hearth or subsequently decide to remove the hearth / physical barrier, then consideration as to
the safety of the occupants of the room should be given.
