a gap behind the stove of at least
75mm for access and to allow air to
enter the airwash inlets. The
positioning of the stove and the size
of the hearth are governed by
building regulations for Class 1
appliances. These building
regulations state that the hearth must
extend in front of the stove by at least
300mm (12 inches) and to the sides
of the stove by at least 150mm (6
inches). If in doubt as to the
positioning of the stove expert advice
should be sought either from the
supplier or the local building
inspector.
The fireplace must allow good
circulation of air around the
appliance to ensure that maximum
heat is transferred to the room and
also to prevent the fireplace from
overheating. A gap of 150mm (6
inches) each side and 300mm (12
inches) above the appliance should
give sufficient air circulation. If a
wooden mantelpiece or beam is used
in the fireplace it should be a
minimum of 460mm (18 inches), and
preferably 600mm (24 inches) from
the appliance. In some situations it
may be necessary to shield the beam
or mantelpiece to protect it.
CONNECTIONS TO
FLUES
The stove must be connected to the
flue using 125mm (5") i/d pipe. This
may be stainless steel, cast iron, or
thick wall steel pipe. Straight lengths
of Charnwood Pipe to match the
stove are available if required.
There are several ways of connecting
the stove to the flue. These are
illustrated in Figs. 3 to 6.
If the optional vertical rear flue
connector is used then the chimney
may be swept through the appliance.
Horizontal lengths of flue must be
HEALTH AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Please take care when installing the
stove that the requirements of the
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
are met.
Some types of fire cement are caustic
and should not be allowed to come
into contact with the skin. In case of
contact wash with plenty of water.
If there is a possibility of disturbing
any asbestos in the course of
installation then please use
appropriate protective equipment.
There must not be an extractor fan
fitted in the same room as the stove
as this can cause the appliance to
emit fumes into the room.
There must be an adequate air supply
into the room in which the appliance
is installed totalling at least 100
square cm. (16 square inches) to
provide combustion air.
In addition to these instructions the
requirements of BS.8303 and
BS.6461 Pt 1&2; 1984 must be
fulfilled. Local Authority Bylaws and
Building Regulations regarding the
installation of Solid Fuel burning
appliances, flues and chimneys must
also be observed.
PERFORMANCE
The output of the Country 4 is 4.0
kW (13,648 Btu/h). This output is
based on a 2 hourly re-fuelling cycle
burning seasoned hardwood logs, or a
4 hourly re-fuelling cycle burning
smokeless fuel.
CHIMNEY
In order for the appliance to perform
satisfactorily the chimney height
must not be less than 4 metres
measured vertically from the outlet of
the stove to the top of the chimney.
The internal dimensions of the
chimney should preferably be 175
mm (7 inches) or 200mm (8 inches)
either square or round and MUST
NOT BE LESS THAN 125 mm (5
INCHES).
If an existing chimney is to be used it
must be swept and checked, it must
be in good condition, free from
cracks and blockages, and should not
have an excessive cross sectional
area. If you find that the chimney is
in poor condition then expert advice
should be sought regarding the
necessity of having the chimney
lined. If it is found necessary to line
the chimney then a lining suitable for
Solid Fuel must be used.
If there is no existing chimney then a
prefabricated block chimney or a twin
walled insulated stainless steel flue to
BS.4543 can be used either internally
or externally. These chimneys must
be fitted in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions and
Building Regulations.
Single wall flue pipe is suitable for
connecting the stove to the chimney
but is not suitable for using for the
complete chimney.
If it is found that there is excessive
draw in the chimney then a draught
stabiliser should be fitted.
It is important that there is sufficient
draw in the chimney and that the
chimney does not suffer from
down-draught. When the chimney is
warm the draw should be not less
than 2.5mm (0.10 inches) water
gauge. If in doubt about the chimney
seek expert advice.
HEARTH AND FIRE
SURROUND
The stove must stand on a fireproof
hearth and must be situated at least
300mm (12 inches) from any
combustible material. There must be
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