2.2
If the appliance is intended to be installed to
a chimney which was previously used for
solid fuel, the flue must be swept clean prior
to installation. All flues should be inspected
for soundness and freedom from blockages.
2.3
The minimum effective height of the flue
must be 3m.
2.4.
Any chimney dampers or restrictors should
be removed. If removal is not possible
they must be fixed in the open position.
2.5
In the United Kingdom (GB) no special
ventilation bricks or vents are required in
the room for this appliance.
In the Republic of Ireland (IE), permanent
ventilation must comply with the
regulations currently in force.
2.6.
Note that soft wall coverings (e.g.embossed
vinyl, etc.) are easily affected by heat.
They may scorch or become discoloured
when close to a heating appliance. Please
bear this in mind when installing.
2.7.
The minimum allowable distance to a corner
wall or other combustible projection from
the outside edge of the front surround at
either side is 100mm.
2.8.
The minimum clearance from the top surface
of the hearth to the
underside of any shelf made from wood or
other combustible materials is as follows:-
•For a shelf up to 150mm deep
Minimum height = 750mm
•For a shelf deeper than 150mm
750mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth
over 150mm.
2.9.
The appliance must not be installed in any
room, which contains a bath, or shower or
where steam is regularly present.
2.10
In the United Kingdom, as supplied, this
appliance can be installed in the following
situations: -
2.10.1
A masonry chimney with a minimum
diameter of 175mm free from obstruction.
Note the flat surface area requirement
(Figure 1). A masonry chimney having a
correctly installed flue liner to BS715 and
with a minimum flue diameter of 125mm is
also acceptable. Chair brick removal may
not be required providing at least 50mm
clearance is available from the flue outlet to
any fireplace component. This appliance is
designed to cater for low lintel installations
(minimum height 505mm) provided that a
minimum distance of 45mm is maintained
between the lintel and the front face of the
fireplace - i.e the fire surround has a
minimum rebate of 45mm.
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Metal flue box
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Hearth minimum dimensions
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