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VI. VENTILATION
If your stove has a lower nominal heat output than 5.0kW, a purpose provided air vent is not usually
required. However, one may need to be fitted in small or tightly sealed rooms to ensure the efficient
combustion of air.
Air openings provided for this purpose must not be restricted. See Building Regulations Document J
(Document L in Northern Ireland) for further information and seek expert advice if in any doubt.
For every kW above 5.0kW, a permanent vent with a total free area of at least 550mm (22”) should be
connected directly to the outside air. Failing this, it should be connected to an adjacent room which itself
has a permanent vent of the same size direct to the outside air.
An extractor fan must NOT be fitted in the same room as the stove. This can prevent the chimney from
drawing correctly, resulting in the emission of fumes into the room. Installation of an extractor fan in an
adjacent room may also prevent the chimney from functioning correctly and is not advised.
IMPORTANT:
On completion of the installation and commissioning, please leave the Installation and User
Instructions and leave the User Manual and any operating tools supplied. Explain the correct
operation and maintenance of the appliance to the user.
