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1.3 Fireplace / surround suitability
The fire must only be installed on a hearth it must not be installed directly on to a carpet or other
combustible floor materials.
(this appliance may be installed without a hearth when fitted as a hole in the wall and is fitted so the
bottom of the appliance is installed a minimum of 300mm from floor level)
This fire is suitable for fitting to a non combustible fire place surrounds and proprietary fireplace
surrounds with a temperature rating of at least 150º C (class “o”)
If this appliance is fitted directly against a wall without the use of a fire surround or fireplace all
combustible materials must be removed from behind the trim .soft wall coverings such as blown
vinyl ,wall paper etc, could be affected by the rising hot air scorching and /or discolouration may
result ,due consideration should be made to this when installing or decorating.
1.4 Shelf position
The fire may be fitted below a combustible shelf providing there is a minimum distance of 200mm above
the top of the fire and the shelf does not project more than 150mm.if the shelf overhangs more than
150mm the distance between the fire and the shelf must be increased by 15mm for every 25mm of
additional overhang over 150mm
1.5 Flue / Chimney inspection
Before commencing installation ,a flue or chimney should be inspected to ensure that all of the following
conditions are satisfied.
1.
check that the chimney / flue only serves one fireplace and is clear of any obstruction .any dampers or
register plates must be removed or securely locked in the open position
2.
brick/stone built chimneys or any chimney or flue which has been used for an appliance burning fuel
other than gas must be thoroughly swept .the base of the chimney /flue must also be cleared of debris etc
3.
any under floor air supply to the fireplace must be completely sealed off
4
.ensure that the inside of the chimney / flue is in good condition along its length and check that there is
no leakage of smoke through the structure of the chimney / flue during and after the smoke pellet test
5
.using a smoke pellet check there is an updraft in the chimney / flue and that the smoke can be seen
coming from the terminal/ pot outside
There must be no leakage of smoke through the structure of the chimney during or after the smoke pellet
test and it is important to check the inside upstairs rooms adjacent to the chimney / flue
Check the chimney pot / terminal and general condition of the brickwork and masonry.if the chimney / flue
is in poor condition or if there is no up-draught do not proceed with the installation, if there is a history of
down draught conditions with the chimney / flue,
A tested and certificated flue terminal or cowl suitable for the relevant flue type should be considered
6.
a spillage test must always be carried out during commissioning of this appliance
