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structural work, the damper or plate may be left in the
flue provided that it is permanently secured in the fully open
position.
2.4.4.
If the appliance is intended to be installed to a
chimney which was previously used for solid fuel, the
flue must be swept clean prior to installation. All flues
should be inspected for soundness and freedom from
blockages.
2.5
If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught
type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts.
2.6.
The flue spigot and any spigot extension must
be capable of passing through the closure plate by at least
25mm with a minimum clearance of 50mm between its
open end and the nearest obstruction.
There must be a minimum clearance of 165mm
between the back of the closure plate and the back of the
catchment space.
The catchment space below the flue spigot must extend
at least 250mm downwards measured from the bottom
of the flue spigot.
See figure 2.
Figure 2. Fireplace
2.7.
The front face of the fireplace should be
reasonably flat to ensure that a good seal can be made
with the closure plate.
2.8.
The minimum clearance from the top surface
of the appliance to the underside of any shelf made from
wood or other combustible materials is as follows:-
•
For a shelf up to 150mm deep
Minimum height = 203mm
•
For a shelf deeper than 150mm
203mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth over
150mm.
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2.9.
No side clearances are required beyond the
outside edges of the dogs.
2.10
The space between the back of the outer case
and the front face of the fireplace must not be filled in.
2.11.
Note that soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed
vinyl, etc.) are easily affected by heat. They may scorch
or become discoloured when close to a heating
appliance. Please bear this in mind when installing.
2.12.
An extractor fan may only be used in the same
room as this appliance, or in any area from which
ventilation for the appliance is taken, if it does not affect
the safe performance of the appliance. Note the spillage
test requirements detailed further on in this manual. If
the fan is likely to affect the appliance, the appliance
must not be installed unless the fan is permanently
disconnected.
2.13
In the United Kingdom, no special ventilation
bricks or air vents are required in the room for this
appliance.
In the Republic of Ireland, ventilation must comply with
the rules in force.
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