Theme 22 Issue 2.1 09/07/01
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Preparation
Before installation
Ensure that the local distribution conditions (identification of the type of gas and pressure) and
the adjustment of the appliance are compatible. Refer to burner data badge plate.
Inspect the chimney
Ensure that:
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It only serves one fireplace
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Any terminal or cowl fitted is approved for use with this type of appliance.
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It is clear of any obstruction and any damper or restrictor is removed or fixed
permanently in the fully open position.
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Any chimney used for an appliance burning a fuel other than gas must be thoroughly
swept before installing any gas appliances.
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With an L.P.G. (propane) fire, any air supply entering the fireplace below floor level is
completely sealed off.
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The chimney is properly sealed so that the combustion products do not come into
contact with combustible materials outside the chimney.
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The base of the chimney is clear of loose debris, bricking up, etc.
Check with a smoke match that there is a positive updraught present. If a terminal is fitted check
that it is free from obstruction and does not restrict the exit and safe dispersal of combustion
products.
Location
This appliance is not suitable for installation in a room containing a bath or shower. The Theme
22 may be installed to a masonry chimney with a minimum cross sectional area of 24,000
sq.mm, lined flue with a minimum dimension of 100mm or a minimum diameter of 175mm and a
minimum effective height of 3m. A builder's opening with sufficient volume for debris collection
conforming to Fig. 2 must be provided.
The installation is fully described in the next section.
The appliance must only be installed into an opening against a non-combustible wall.
Clearances
If a shelf is to be fitted above the fire, perhaps as part of a surround, it must be positioned a
minimum of 1m (39in.) above the top of the hearth, and project no more than 200mm (8in.) from
the front plane of the opening. Combustible material such as wood may be fitted to within
100mm (4in.) of either side of the opening so long as it projects no more than 100mm (4in.) from
the front plane of the opening. Soft furnishings, decorations and some wall coverings may
discolour or scorch if positioned too close to the fire
Installing the fire
Site preparation
The Straxgas Theme 22 must be installed on a level, non-combustible hearth in accordance
with BS5871, Part 2. See also approved document J 1/2/3 "Heat Producing Appliances" issued
by the Department of the Environment. Clear the working area of all debris before removing the
Straxgas appliance from the packaging.
Items supplied
The following items will be found within the carton:
1. Convection
box.
2. For model S146H, a separate flange for securing to the base of the fire.
3. Separate flat trim or optional canopy trim.
4. Burner complete with controls
5. Restrictor
plate.
6. Optional
fret.
7. 8 shaped ceramic fibre blocks.
8. 19 large, 2 small coals.
9. Foam sealing strip
