Installation Requirements; Health And Safety Information; Introduction; Codes Of Practice - Potterton Suprima 30L Installation & Service Instructions Manual

Introduction

Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998.
This appliance must be installed and serviced by a competent
person, in accordance with the above regulations.
In the UK 'Corgi' Registered Installers (including the regions
of British Gas Plc) undertake to work to a safe and
satisfactory standard.
Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to
prosecution.
It is in your own interest, and that of safety, to ensure that
the regulations are complied with.
Suprima boilers are fully automatically controlled, wall
mounted, fan powered, balanced flue appliances using a
cast iron heat exchanger and are available in outputs
ranging from 8.8 - 28.7 kW (30,000 - 98,000 Btu/h)
The boilers are designed for use on fully pumped open
vented or sealed water systems with an indirect hot water
cylinder.
THEY MUST NOT BE CONNECTED TO A DIRECT
CYLINDER.

1. Installation Requirements

1.1 Health and Safety Information for the
Installer and Service Engineer
Under the Consumer Protection Act 1987 and Section 6 of
the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, we are required to
provide information on substances hazardous to health.
Small quantities of adhesives and sealants used in the
product are cured and present no known hazards.
The following substances are also present.
Insulation and Seals
Material - Man Made Mineral Fibre.
Description - Boards, Ropes, Gaskets.
Known Hazards - Some people can suffer reddening
and itching of the skin. Fibre entry into the eye will
cause foreign body irritation which can cause severe
irritation to people wearing contact lenses. Also irritation
to respiratory tract.
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The boilers are for use on Natural Gas (G20) only.
Samples of the Suprima gas boilers have been examined
by Gastec, a United Kingdom Notified Body. The range is
certified to comply with the essential requirements of the
Gas Appliance Directive 90/396/EEC, the Low Voltage
Directive 72/23/EEC and shows compliance with the Electro
Magnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC , the Boiler
Efficiency Directive 92/42/EEC and are therefore permitted
to carry the CE Mark.
Delivery & Kits Available
The unit is delivered in two packages (1) the boiler with
fittings and (2) the flue/terminal assembly. See pages 38 &
39 for flue options.
Various kits are available for the Suprima range of boilers,
see pages 40 & 41.
Precautions - Dust goggles will protect eyes. People
with a history of skin complaints may be particularly
susceptible to irritation. High dust levels are only likely
to arise following harsh abrasion. In general, normal
handling and use will not present high risk, follow good
hygiene practices, wash hands before touching eyes,
consuming food, drinking or using the toilet.
First Aid - Medical attention must be sought following
eye contact or prolonged reddening of the skin.

1.2 Codes of Practice

The boiler must be installed in accordance with: The Gas
Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 and the
current issue of:-
The Building Regulations, Building Standards (Scotland)
Regulations, Local Building Regulations, Model and local
Water Undertaking Bye-laws, IEE Wiring Regulations and
Health & Safety Document No. 635 "The Electrician At
Work Regulations 1989".
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