Potterton 80e, Installation & Service Instructions Manual

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Installation Requirements - Page 9
1.2 Location Of Boiler
In siting the combination boiler, the following limitations,
MUST be observed:
a) The position selected for installation should be within the
building, unless otherwise protected by a suitable
enclosure. It must allow adequate space for installation,
servicing and air circulation around the appliance.
b) This position MUST also allow the chosen flue
termination to be made correctly. The boiler must be
installed on a flat vertical wall which is capable of
supporting the weight of the appliance and any ancillary
equipment.
The appliance may be installed on a combustible wall,
subject to the requirements of the Local Authorities and
Building Regulations.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If the combination boiler is to be fitted in a timber framed
building it should be fitted in accordance with the British Gas
publication 'Guide for Gas Installations in Timber Frame
Housing'. (Reference DM2).
If in doubt advice must be sought from the Local Gas Region
of British Gas.
The combination boiler may be installed in any room or
internal space, although particular attention is drawn to the
requirements of the current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations, and in
Scotland, the electrical provisions of the Building
Regulations applicable in Scotland, with respect to the
installation of the combination boiler in a room or internal
space containing a bath or shower.
Where a room-sealed appliance is installed in a room
containing a bath or shower, any electrical switch or
appliance control, utilising mains electricity should be so
situated that it cannot be touched by a person using the bath
or shower.
A compartment used to enclose the combination boiler
MUST be designed and constructed specifically for this
purpose. An existing cupboard, or compartment, may be
used provided it is modified accordingly.
See Section 1.4 Air Supply.
Where installation will be in an unusual location, special
procedures may be necessary. BS 6798 gives detailed
guidance on this aspect.