There are six possible entry points for the gas supply pipework to enter
the appliance firebox. as shown in figure 2.
These entry points are ‘knock out’ type holes. Non-concealed gas con-
nections may be made using the entry points in the bottom or sides of
the firebox. A concealed gas connection may be made using the knock
out hole in the centre back of the firebox. Select the most appropriate
entry point and knock out the relevant hole with a sharp tap from a ham-
mer and fit the rubber grommet supplied. A small incision can now be
made in the rubber to slip snugly around the outside of the supply pipe
and sleeving.
All installation pipework must be in accordance with the current edition of
National regulations/codes and the rules in force.
In order to avoid unnecessary pressure drops, use of small diameter pipe
should be kept to a minimum, for example, we recommend no more than 1.5
metres of 8mm pipe. If a concealed gas connection is to be made, the supply pipe should always be sleeved through walls and floors
using the shortest possible route. For concealed supply pipe routing, pipes must (where possible) be vertical and providing there is suf-
ficient wall thickness available, they should be placed in pipe chases. Horizontal pipe runs should be avoided. Prior to chasing a solid
wall, an inspection should be made to note the proximity of any cables/sockets outlets which may already be buried. Pipes must be
secured using suitable clips and protected against corrosion. Ideally factory finished protected pipework and fittings should be used. Joints
should be kept to a minimum and compression fittings must not be used. The pipework installation must be tested for tightness before
any protection is applied and/or the pipework and fittings are buried.
Remove any protective film coatings from the finished/decorative surfaces of the appliance. After having selected the final mounting posi-
tion of the appliance, taking into account the requirements as specified in sections 3 and 4
of these instructions, the integrity of the wall, and the feasibility of the proposed supply pipe
routing, the firebox of the appliance may be secured to the wall.
To ensure customer safety, be sure to design the installation so that the strength of both
the wall and any wall fixings used are sufficient.
Focal Point Fires plc. assumes absolutely no responsibility for injuries and/or damages that
may occur due to improper installation or handling. The appliance should not be installed
until all wet plastering and/or dry wall sanding and wall painting has been completed. Do
not block the ventilation holes of the appliance.
The wall onto which the appliance is installed must be flat. Install only on a vertical surface.
Avoid sloped surfaces. Installation onto anything other than a vertical wall may result in fire,
damage or injury. If the appliance is to be mounted on the inner leaf of a conventional cavity brick wall, or a solid wall, then the wall
plugs and fixing screws provided may be used. Depending on the condition of the wall it may be necessary to use additional fixings. In
this situation, any additional fixings and wall plugs should be of the same size and type as the ones provided. At the appropriate stage of
the installation, drill four holes using only a 8mm masonry
bit to a depth of 42mm. Insert the wall plugs provided
ensuring they are flush to the wall.
If the appliance is to be mounted on a dry lined wall or a
timber framed construction wall then efforts should be
made to fix in at least two positions vertically, into one of
the wooden studs, or supporting wooden members of the
wall using two of the fixing screws provided. If this is not
achievable then the wall should be strengthened using appropriate building materials.
If there is no alternative than to rely on some plasterboard fixings then special cavity screw fixings or hollow wall anchors will be required
which are not supplied with this product. These should be constructed from metal and not plastic and of the design indicated in figure
3. For further guidance for wall fixing in timber framed buildings refer to any
relevant local codes of practice.
Flat Wall Fixing - All Models
To assist with fixing the appliance, a template is provided as shown in figure 4.
Mark the positions shown as “Fixing points” on the wall. If a concealed gas
connection is to be made ensure the gas supply pipe is in its final position and
can enter the appliance in the correct position when the appliance is hung on
the wall.
Drill the wall as appropriate for the type of wall as previously described in this
section, and insert the chosen type of wall fixings. Insert the wall fixing screws
into the top wall plugs, taking care to leave the screws protruding approxi-
mately 5mm from the wall.
Now hang the appliance onto these screws through the two keyhole shaped
holes in the upper brackets on the back panel of the appliance. Insert the
lower fixing screws into the lower wall plugs through the corresponding fixing
holes in the lower part of the back panel.
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7.0 FIXING THE APPLIANCE
The wall where the appliance is
to be installed must be capable
of long-term support of the total
load of the appliance. Measures
should also be taken to ensure
sufficient strength to withstand
the force of earthquakes, vibra-
tion and other external forces.
WARNING
Plasterboard alone is not consid-
ered to be a structural material.
It is not recommended to rely on
plasterboard fixings alone to sup-
port the weight of the appliance.
WARNING
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