NORDFLAM ALBA, Installation And User Manual

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-Selection of fire place inserts as regards the heating power is determined by how well is your
house isolated and what size is the surface to be heated. As a rule of a thumb, it is given that
1kW is enough to heat up 10m2 surface with height of 2.5m.
3) Vents, Flues, Air circulation.
It is recommended that the diameter of the flue should be at least 200 mm.
-Min. height of chimney should be no less that 4m; optimal height is 5-6m.
-Chimney should be air leak proof with the same diameter all along the length. It should be at
least 0.5 m higher above the roof, otherwise the air flow may be affected.
-In special applications in ex: very windy areas, special cowl or fan may be needed to avoid the
reverse draw.
Warning:
-Chimneys with smaller diameter than required, crooked or situated in the valleys may not
produce required value of the air flow. All these cases are excluded from the warranty and the
producer can’t accept responsibility of unauthorized applications in these cases.
-It is absolutely necessary to perform air flow measurements to ensure the right range of flow is
present. Optimal flow is specified as 12 +/-2Pa; flow higher than 12 Pa can lead to overheating
of the furnace and void your warranty. Minimal flow is 6 +/-1 Pa.
All Chimneys required systematic maintenance a few times a year.
4) Air Supply
The right quantity of fresh air must be assured in the room where the appliance works. It is
recommended to deliver at least 10m3/h for each 1kW of power. Insufficient quantity of air will
cause excess of smoke and combustion products containing carbon monoxide which is
extremely dangerous to your health and life.
5) Installation of the appliance
Installation of the appliance can only be performed by trained and authorized persons. The
proper note /stamp should be placed in the warranty card.
This manual is to be followed when installing the appliance. The installing specialist should
ensure: