Introduction - Baxi Ecogen 24/1.0 Installation & Servicing Instructions Manual

In Scotland the electrical Installation of an Ecogen appliance requires a building warrant (legal permission from the local authority to start the work). This building warrant has to
be approved by a registered electrical installer (known formally as an 'approved certifier') or be checked by the local authority.
In Northern Ireland guidance should be taken from the local authority or equivalent governing body for all electrical works.
The Health & Safety Executive operates the 'Gas Safe Register', a self­certification scheme for gas heating appliances.
These arrangements represent a change from the situation whereby compliance with Building Regulations was accepted as being demonstrated by completion of the Benchmark
Logbook (which was then left on site with the customer).
With the introduction of Self Certification Schemes, the Benchmark Logbook is being withdrawn. However, a similar document in the form of a commissioning checklist and
service interval record is incorporated at the back of these instructions.
This company is a member of the Benchmark initiative and fully supports the aims of the programme. Its aim is to improve the standards of installation and commissioning of
central heating systems in the UK and to encourage the regular servicing of all central heating systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
Building Regulations require that installations should comply with manufacturer's instructions. It is therefore important that the commissioning checklist is completed by the
installer. The relevant section of Building Regulations only relates to dwellings. Therefore the checklist only applies if the appliance is being installed in a dwelling or some related
structure.
The flowchart opposite gives guidance for installers on the process necessary to ensure compliance with Building Regulations.
Electrical Regulations
The Distribution Network Operator (DNO) and the Electricity
Provider must be informed of the appliances connection to the grid.
The DNO notification is achieved by the completion of a G83/1 connection pro­forma (see Document 5133893 supplied) or entry of the relevant details on the DNO website if
available.
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