Regulations And Standards - STOVES ST RICH DX S900DF User Manual

REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS

Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas and gas pressure)
and the adjustment of the appliance are compatible. The adjustment conditions are stated on the data
badge.
This appliance is not connected to a combustion evacuation device. It shall be installed and connect-
ed in accordance with current installation regulation. Particular attention shall be given to the relevant
requirements regarding ventilation.
In your own interest and that of safety, it is the law that all gas appliances be installed and serviced by
competent persons. GAS SAFE registered installers undertake to work to satisfactory standards.
Where regulations or standards have been revised since this handbook was printed, always use the
latest edition.
In the UK the regulations and standards are as follows:
1. Gas Safety Regulations 1996 (Installation and Use).
2. Building Regulations - Issued by the Department of the Environment.
3. Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidated) - Issued by the Scottish Development Department.
4. The current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
5. Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
6. BS 6172 Installation of Domestic Gas cooking Appliances.
7. Installation & Servicing Instructions for this appliance.
For installation in countries other than the UK, the appliance must be connected in accordance with all
local gas and electrical regulations. In the Republic of Ireland, Installers should refer to IS813 Domestic
Gas Appliances.
Ventilation requirements
The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in the room in which
it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated: keep natural ventilation holes open or install a
mechanical ventilation device (mechanical extractor hood). Prolonged intensive use of the appliance
may call for additional ventilation, for example, opening of a window, or more effective ventilation, for
example increasing the level of mechanical ventilation where present.
The room containing the appliance should have an air supply in accordance with BS 5440: Part 2:
1989:
All rooms require an openable window, or equivalent, and some rooms will require a permanent vent as
well.
For room volumes up to 5m³ an air vent of 100cm² is required.
If the room has a door that opens directly to the outside, or the room exceeds 10m³, NO AIR VENT is
required.
For room volumes between 5m³ and 10m³ an air vent of 50cm² is required.
If there are other fuel burning appliances in the same room, BS 5440: Part 2: 1989 should be consulted
to determine the air vent requirements.
This appliance must not be installed in a bed sitting room of less than 20m³ or in a bathroom or shower
room.