Important Safety Advice; Health And Safety Precautions; Installation Instructions - Dimplex Westcott 12kW Stove User Manual

Westcott 12kW
IMPORTANT: THESE INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY AND RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Important Safety Advice

Please read these instructions carefully before installing
or using this appliance. Failure to do so may result in
damage to persons and property.
Installation of this appliance must be carried out by a
suitably qualified competent person in accordance with
all Building Regulations, including those referring to
Authority Bye-Laws, National and European Standards
and Codes of Practice.
Do not install this appliance on a shared flue.
This appliance operates at very high temperatures and
retains its heat for a period after use. Do not touch any
surfaces while in use. All persons including children and
the infirm should be warned of this and not allowed to
touch any surfaces while in use. Please use a suitable
fireguard to prevent contact when in use.
Do not place any photographs, paintings, TV's or other
combustible items near the appliance as exposure to
hot surfaces will cause damage. Maintain safe distances
from combustibles in all cases in accordance with these
instructions – please refer to installation.
The operator must use the tools provided. The mitten
provided is a tool.
Do not fit an extractor fan in the same room as this
appliance.
Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the room in
accordance with building standards. Do not obstruct any
of the air inlets or outlets on the appliance.
A flue damper should not be fitted when burning solid
fuels other than wood.
This appliance is for domestic heating use only in
accordance with these operating instructions. Do not
make any unauthorised changes to the appliance.
Only use recommended fuels. Do not burn petroleum coke
fuels, household waste or plastic in this appliance.
Burn only fuels with a low moisture content - burning soft
or wet fuels such as unseasoned timber or peat will only
result in a build up of tar in the stove and the chimney
and will cause staining of the glass.
Do not use flammable liquids to ignite the fire.
Avoid the use of aerosols in the vicinity of the stove when
it is in operation.
Clean your chimney at least twice a year and clean the
flue way weekly to ensure there are no blockages. Do not
allow a build up of ash to occur in the ash pan as this will
cause the grate to burn out prematurely.
Regular maintenance should be carried out by a
Competent Engineer.
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Health and Safety Precautions

Handling: Adequate facilities must be available for the unloading
and handling of this appliance. This product is heavy and should
be handled with care. When handling or servicing this stove care
should be taken to avoid the possibility of personal injury. Use
protective clothing.
Fire Cement/Glue: Some types of fire cement/glue are caustic
Local
and should not be allowed to come into contact with the skin. Use
suitable protective gloves when handling. In case of contact, wash
immediately with plenty of water.
Asbestos: This appliance contains no asbestos. If there is a
possibility of disturbing asbestos as a result of installation then
specialist guidance must be sought prior to installing.

Installation Instructions

General
These instructions give a guide for the installation of the stove but
in no way absolves the installer from responsibilities to conform
to all relevant standards relating to the installation of solid fuel
appliances.
We recommend that for UK installations a HETAS registered
installer should be used, who will be able to give a Certificate of
Compliance that installation complies with Building Regulations.
In Ireland a registered installer from the Irish Nationwide Fireplace
Organisation should be used.
Please note that to the best of our abilities these instructions are
correct at time of printing, however we cannot be held responsible
for any differences in legislation which may occur in the future.
Assembly of the stove
To make the product easier for handling on installation, remove
the baffle plate, side bricks, back brick and door. Place these in
a secure place to avoid damage. These must be refitted after
installation. The legs and other fixings are packed in the ashpan
for safe keeping in transport. Fix the legs to the underside of the
product using the bolts provided (Fig 2).
The stove is supplied ready for top flue connection. For Rear flue
connection (Fig 3) remove the heat shield cover (A) and collar (B).
Rotate the expanding range (C) to face in desired direction for rear
flue connection and refit the collar. Tighten all fixing screws and
seal with fire cement to ensure it is air tight.
The primary air sealing plate is located on the front of the grate.
To locate in position, slacken the screws beneath the grate and
pull forward, then close the door fully, open again and tighten the
screws (Fig 4).
Chimney
Before installing, check the chimney is in good condition; dry and
free from cracks and obstructions. The diameter of the chimney
flue should not be less than 150mm and not more than 230mm.
If any of these requirements are not met, the chimney should be
lined by a suitable method by a qualified person.
The chimney height and the position of the chimney terminal should
conform to Building Regulations. If you have any doubts about the
suitability if your chimney, consult your local dealer or stockist. The
chimney must be swept before connection to the stove and swept
every six months thereafter.