Paragon FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC, Owner'S Manual

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LT5316 (iss 5) 10/10
FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC Users Instructions
SECTION ONE Important Information
Consumer Protection Information
As manufacturers and suppliers of heating products, we take every care, as far as is reasonably
practicable, that these products are so designed and constructed as to meet the general safety
requirement when properly used and installed. To this end, our products are thoroughly tested and
examined before despatch.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Any alteration that is not approved by the appliance manufacturer could
invalidate the approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and could affect your statutory
rights.
Health and Safety Notice
Important
This appliance could contain some of the materials, indicated below, that could be interpreted as
being injurious to health and safety. It is the users / installers responsibility to ensure that the
necessary personal protective clothing is worn when handling these materials, see below for
information.
Artificial Fuels, Mineral Wool, Insulation Material, Refractory/Ceramic Fibres, Glass Yarn - may
be harmful if inhaled, may be irritating to skin, eyes, nose and throat.
When handling avoid inhaling and contact with skin or eyes. Use disposable gloves, facemasks and
eye protection. After handling wash hands and other exposed parts. If a vacuum is used for cleaning
the coals or cleaning after servicing / installation it is recommended that it be of the type fitted with a
HEPA filter.
Disposal of refractory/ceramic materials . To keep dust to a minimum these materials should be
securely wrapped in polythene and be clearly labelled „RCF waste‟. These materials are not classified
as „hazardous waste' and should be disposed of at a site licensed for the disposal of industrial waste.
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The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC is a decorative fuel effect appliance with a radiant heat conserver
box and glass panel for improved efficiency.
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The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC incorporates a single gas control, which selects ignition pilot, and
variable settings between Low and High.
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This appliance is intended for decorative purposes.
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The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC appliance is designed and tested to the requirements of the EN
509.
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The appliance is for use on Natural Gas only.
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The chimney or flue (unless new or previously used with a gas appliance) must be swept before
installation if it has been used for solid fuel.
WARNING
The glass front of this fire acts as a dress guard, conforming to BS 1945 (1997) however; a fireguard
conforming to BS6539 (1997) must be used to protect young children, the elderly or infirm.
Clothing or other combustible materials must not obstruct the slots at the top of the fire or the base of
the appliance.
SOFT FURNISHINGS
Care must be taken to prevent any damage being caused to surrounding soft furnishing or
decoration; e.g. many embossed vinyl wall coverings may become discoloured if placed too close to
the appliance. Combustible material i.e. wall panelling or wallpaper must be removed from behind the
fire and fire trim.