POSITION
This appliance must be installed in such a way that the furniture fitted around
the unit is manufactured from suitable material and follows the minimum
dimensions as shown in Fig 2. If this cannot be adhered to because of design
constraints, then the design is deemed permissible providing that the
temperature rise on the furniture is tested. To establish whether the temperature
rise is acceptable, the following test must be verified:
Place 4 large pans on top of the hotplate burners and fill up ¾ with
water. Turn on all hotplate burners to full. After 60 minutes establish
the highest temperature points on all the furniture surfaces in direct
line of sight of the appliance. The temperature rise must not exceed
65ºC above the ambient temperature, or where applicable, must not
exceed the maximum allowable temperature, to avoid damage, as
detailed within the suppliers material specification.
A horizontal difference of 200mm must exist between the edge of the burner
and combustible material unless protected by a layer of non-combustible
material.
All combustible materials such as curtains and shelves must be kept
well clear of the appliance.
This appliance must be positioned free from draughts, which may affect the
combustion, and in a manner that will prevent the accumulation of unburnt gas.
When in use ensure that air vents are not inadvertently blocked or shut off.
The underside of the appliance must be shielded. It is recommended that the
shield is fabricated from non-combustible material, but if the enclosure is
manufactured from combustible material, then a minimum air space of 100mm
must exist between the material and the lowest part of the appliance. THIS AIR
SPACE MUST BE WELL VENTILATED.
