INSTALLER SAFETY FIRST
BS 8303 Code of Practice
Please refer to the current issue of
British Standard BS 8303, Code of
Practice for installation of domestic
heating appliances burning solid
mineral fuel. Make reference to Building
Regulations, Local Authority Byelaws
and other specifications / regulations
as they affect the installation of this
appliance. See page 13.
Health and Safety
During the installation of this stove
and any related building works you
must comply with any current Health &
Safety at Work regulations. When the
stove is fired up always wear protective
gloves and use the tool supplied when
adjusting the stove’s air controls.
Asbestos
This stove does not contain Asbestos.
However, check that there is no
possibility of disturbing any asbestos
based materials during its installation.
You may intend removing an older
appliance prior to installing your new
stove, and you should be aware that
the old appliance or installation could
incorporate heat protective asbestos
sheet. Use appropriate protective
equipment and seek specialist guidance
at
www.hse.gov.uk/asbestos
– do not
underestimate the potential dangers
of Asbestos.
Fire Cement
Some types of fire cement are caustic
and should not be allowed to come into
contact with the skin. Protective gloves
and glasses should be worn when
applying fire cement. In case of contact
wash immediately with plenty of water.
Always read and follow the fire cement
manufacturer’s instructions.
Care should also be taken to avoid
unnecessary contact between the
stove’s surfaces and the fire cement as
this could damage the paintwork. Any
excess fire cement should be quickly
removed before it hardens.
Handling
The Alpha I stove is extremely
heavy (79kg / 12st 6lb) and therefore
adequate facilities must be available
for its safe loading, unloading and site
handling.
Metal Parts
When installing or servicing this stove
care should be taken to avoid the
possibility of personal injury from the
stove’s metal parts. Particular care
should be taken to avoid sharp edges
when handling or attaching the flue
liner.
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