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5.1.4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
This appliance has a naked flame and as with all heating appliances a
fireguard should be used for the protection of children, the elderly and
infirm. Fireguards should conform to B.S. 8423 : 2002 should be fitted.
(Fireguards for use with gas heating appliances).
It is important that this appliance is serviced at least once a year by a GAS SAFE
registered gas installer ( in G.B.) and that during the service the fire is removed
from the fire opening and the flue pipe visually checked for debris or blockages
which must be removed. We recommend that during the annual service,
replacement of the Oxypilot is carried out. These are conditions of the
manufacturers guarantee. After installation or during servicing a spillage
test must always be carried out.
Rubbish of any type must NEVER be thrown onto the fuel-bed, this could affect
safe operation and damage the fire.
Any debris or deposits should be removed from the fuel-bed from time to time.
This may be carried out by referring to the cleaning section as described later in
this book.
Only the correct number and type of pebbles or coals must be used and only
complete and genuine replacement sets can be sourced from BFM Europe Ltd.
Always keep furniture and combustible materials well clear of the fire and never
dry clothing or items either on or near to the fire. Never use aerosols or
flammable cleaning products near to the fire when it is in use.
The ceramic fuel-bed remains hot for a considerable period after use and
sufficient time should be allowed for the fire to cool before cleaning etc.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
5.1.5
SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM
This appliance is fitted with a spillage monitoring system which shuts down the fire
if the evacuation of combustion products from the fire is affected by a partially or
fully blocked flue pipe. If this system operates the fire will go out. If this occurs,
leave the fire for at least three minutes then follow the lighting procedure as
described in the previous section. In the event of repeated operation a GAS
SAFE registered gas installer must be called to investigate and rectify the
cause.
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