FITTING GUIDELINES FOR MODEL:
CALVIA & PEDROSA.
(These guidelines consist of 8 pages).
Important.
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Please read all of these guidelines and diagrams before commencing any installation.
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This fireplace
must be
installed by an experienced, suitably qualified, and competent fitter.
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The fireplace installation is
NOT
recommended as a DIY or single person installation.
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The fireplace installation
must be
in accordance with Building Regulations, British Standards and any Rules
in Force. Current Document J outlines various British Standards that cover all aspects of fireplace installation
for England and Wales. The fixing of stonework is covered by BS 8298 “Code of practice for Design and
Installation of Natural Stone Cladding and Lining.
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Make reference to the Stone Federation of Great Britain, guidance on fire surrounds.(www.stonefed.org.uk)
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Reference must be made to all Building Regulations and any Rules In Force for areas outside of the UK such
as Scotland and Southern Ireland.
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This fireplace must only be installed onto floors with an adequate load-bearing capacity. If an existing
construction does not meet this requirement, suitable measures must be taken to rectify.
Must be
in
accordance with national laws and regulations & any rules and standards in force
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Should any conflict occur between these guidelines and any applicable regulations and any rules in force then
the Regulations and Rules in Force shall apply.
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The fireplace installation
must
be
in accordance with planning permission and local building control
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Any solid fuel appliance installation completed in conjunction with this fireplace should be installed by
a HETAS (GB only), registered installer or approved by your local building control officer.
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Any electrical connections made whilst fitting this fireplace should meet the requirements of Building
regulations and any Rules in Force. The recognised independent body for electric is the National
Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC).
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Any gas appliance installation completed in conjunction with this fireplace must be completed by a Gas
Safe registered gas engineer, in accordance with the gas fire manufacturer’s instructions.
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Only install the fireplace to a solid brick chimney.
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If the fireplace cannot be permanently fixed to a solid brick chimney, such as block work, studwork, or
any structure other than a solid brick chimney, then we recommend that you consult an architect or
structural engineer for advice.
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All fireplace mechanical fixings must be stainless steel or at least galvanised steel and be totally
corrosion and heat proof and of adequate size and strength to fix fireplace.
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The consequences of failure of a stone fireplace surround incorrectly installed and secured are extremely
serious. It is essential that a fireplace surround is installed and secured to withstand foreseeable abuse
such as a child pulling down on a cantilevered shelf.
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Always inform the user when the fireplace can be used for the first time taking into account of the full
drying times for adhesives etc that have been used.
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Fixing brackets
must be
used.
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Lock wire with anchorage points
must be
used.
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Fixing dowels
must be used
when fitting shelf. The shelf and other overhanging components should be
adequately restrained in all instances as they are liable to tip forward so it is imperative this is securely
fixed back into the wall so there is no possibility of any piece tipping and falling.
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The fireplace
must be
completely adhered to the chimney brickwork with suitable adhesive. Such
products should only be used for applications approved by the manufacturer. If there is any doubt, the
adhesive manufacturer should be consulted.
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Gypsum based products is not recommended as an adhesive and should not be used.