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SECTION 3 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (UK)
This appliance must be installed by a competent person in ac-
cordance with the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations.
3.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
The installation of this boiler must be in accordance with the
relevant requirements of the Gas Safety (Installation & Use)
Regulations, the local building regulations, the current I.E.E.
wiring regulations, the bylaws of the local water undertaking,
the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulation and Building
Standards (Northern Ireland) Regulations.
It should be in accordance also with any relevant requirements
of the local authority and the relevant recommendations of the
following British Standard Codes of Practice.
3.2 LOCATION OF APPLIANCE
The appliance may be installed in any room or internal space,
although particular attention is drawn to the requirements
of the current I.E.E. wiring regulations, and in Scotland, the
electrical provisions of the Building Regulations, with respect
to the installation of the appliance in a room or internal space
containing a bath or shower.
BS 5440 Part 1, when the terminal is 0.5 metres (or less) below
plastic guttering or 1 metre (or less) below painted eaves.
3.5 AIR SUPPLY
The following notes are intended for general guidance only.
This appliance is a room-sealed, fan-flued boiler, consequently
it does not require a permanent air vent for combustion air sup-
ply. When installed in a cupboard or compartment, ventilation
for cooling purposes is also not required.
3.6 WATER CIRCULATION
Detailed recommendations are given in BS 5449 Part 1 and
BS 6798. The following notes are for general guidance only.
3.6.1 PIPEWORK
It is recommended that copper tubing to BS 2871 Part 1 is used
in conjunction with soldered capillary joints. Where possible
pipes should have a gradient to ensure air is carried naturally to
air release points and that water flows naturally to drain cocks.
Except where providing useful heat, pipes should be insulated
to avoid heat loss and in particular to avoid the possibility of
freezing. Particular attention should be paid to pipes passing
through ventilated areas such as under floors, loft space and
void areas.
3.6.2 AUTOMATIC BY-PASS
The appliance has a built-in automatic by-pass, consequently
there is no requirement for an external by-pass, however the
design of the system should be such that it prevents boiler
‘cycling’.
3.6.3 DRAIN COCKS
These must be located in accessible positions to facilitate
draining of the appliance and all water pipes connected to the
appliance. The drain cocks must be manufactured in accordance
with BS 2879.
3.6.4 AIR RELEASE POINTS
These must be positioned at the highest points in the system
where air is likely to be trapped. They should be used to expel
trapped air and allow complete filling of the system.
3.6.5 EXPANSION VESSEL
The appliance has an integral expansion vessel to accom-
modate the increased volume of water when the system is
heated. It can accept up to 8 litres of expansion from within
the system, generally this is sufficient, however if the system
has an unusually high water content, it may be necessary to
provide additional expansion capacity (see 6.18).
3.6.6 FILLING POINT
A method for initial filling of the system and replacing water
lost during servicing etc. directly from the mains supply, must
be provided (see fig. 8). This method of filling complies with
the current Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999
and Water Bylaws 2000 (Scotland). If an alternative location is
preferred, it should be connected as detailed in fig. 8.
3.6.7 LOW PRESSURE SEALED SYSTEM
An alternative method of filling the system would be from an
independent make-up vessel or tank mounted in a position at
least 1 metre above the highest point in the system and at least
5 metres above the boiler (see fig. 9).
The cold feed from the make-up vessel or tank must be fitted
with an approved non-return valve and stopcock for isolation
purposes. The feed pipe should be connected to the return pipe
as close to the boiler as possible.
When an appliance is installed in a room or internal space
containing a bath or shower, the appliance or any control
pertaining to it must not be within reach of a person using the
bath or shower. The location chosen for the appliance must
permit the provision of a safe and satisfactory flue and termina-
tion. The location must also permit an adequate air supply for
combustion purposes and an adequate space for servicing and
air circulation around the appliance. Where the installation of
the appliance will be in an unusual location special procedures
may be necessary, BS 6798 gives detailed guidance on this
aspect. A compartment used to enclose the appliance must
be designed and constructed specifically for this purpose. An
existing compartment/cupboard may be utilised provided that
it is modified to suit. Details of essential features of compart-
ment/cupboard design including airing cupboard installations
are given in BS 6798. This appliance is not suitable for external
installation.
3.3 GAS SUPPLY
The gas meter – as supplied by the gas supplier – must be
checked to ensure that it is of adequate size to deal with the
maximum rated input of all the appliances that it serves. Instal-
lation pipes must be fitted in accordance with BS 6891.
Pipe work from the meter to the appliance must be of adequate
size. Pipes of a smaller size than the appliance gas inlet con-
nection must not be used. The installation must be tested for
tightness in accordance with BS6891.
If the gas supply serves more than one appliance, it must be
ensured that an adequate supply is maintained to each appli-
ance when they are in use at the same time.
3.4 FLUE SYSTEM
The terminal should be located where the dispersal of combus-
tion products is not impeded and with due regard for the damage
and discoloration that may occur to building products located
nearby. The terminal must not be located in a place where it
is likely to cause a nuisance (see fig. 7). In cold and/or humid
weather, water vapour will condense on leaving the terminal;
the effect of such pluming must be considered.
If installed less than 2m above a pavement or platform to
which people have access (including balconies or flat roofs)
the terminal must be protected by a guard of durable material.
The guard must be fitted centrally over the terminal. Refer to
BS 5440
PART 1
FLUES
BS 5440
PART 2
FLUES & VENTILATION
BS 5449
PART 1
FORCED CIRCULATION HOT WATER SYSTEMS
BS 5546
INSTALLATION OF GAS HOT WATER SUPPLIES FOR DOMESTIC PURPOSES
BS 6798
INSTALLATION OF BOILERS OF RATED INPUT NOT EXCEEDING 60kW
BS 6891
LOW PRESSURE INSTALLATION PIPES
BS 7074
PART 1
APPLICATION, SELECTION, AND INSTALLTION OF EXPANSION VESSELS AND
ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT FOR SEALED WATER SYSTEMS
