INSTALLER’S GUIDE
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Figure 1 Masonry Fireplace
2.5
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.
2.6
The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance case to a corner
wall or other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is
100mm at either side.
2.7
The minimum height from the top surface of the hearth to the underside of any
shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is detailed below.
•
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.
2.8
The appliance must not be installed in any room, which contains a bath, or shower
or where steam is regularly present.
2.9
In the United Kingdom, as supplied, this appliance can be installed in the following
situations:-
2.9.1
A masonry chimney with a
minimum diameter of 175mm (7”)
free from any obstruction, and with
any damper or restrictor plate in
the chimney removed or secured,
and having a minimum effective
flue height of 3m (10ft). Note the
relevant flat surface area
requirement – See 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. The appliance is
designed to cater for low lintel
installations (min height 505mm) providing a minimum distance of 25mm is maintained
between the lintel and the front face of the fireplace (i.e. 25mm rebated fire surround).
