SAFETY
Do
have the fire installed by a competent person. In the United Kingdom, installation
must be in accordance with the latest edition of the Gas Safety (installation & use)
Regulations. In the Republic of Ireland, installation must be in accordance with all
national and local regulations in force.
Do
have the chimney swept prior to installation if it was previously used for solid fuel.
Do
have the fire installed in accordance with the installer guide.
Do
provide a minimum clearance as shown in figure 1 above the base of the fireplace
opening to any shelf made of wood or other combustible material.
•
For a shelf up to 150mm deep
: Minimum height = 760mm.
•
For a shelf deeper than 150mm
: 760mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth over
150mm (See Figure 1).
Do
provide a suitable guard that complies with BS 8423 for the protection of young
children, the elderly, the infirm and pet animals. (Although this fire conforms to all the
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Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
OWNER GUIDE
IF YOU SMELL GAS
DON’T SMOKE.
EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES.
DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF.
TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER OR TANK AS APPROPRIATE.
OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS.
IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE FROM A
NEIGHBOURS PHONE - SEE YOUR LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY.
Figure 1. Combustible shelf clearances.
