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2.0 SITING & CLEARANCES AROUND THE STOVE -
Clearances to combustible materials (continued)
Clearance to the sides of the appliance are 100mm (4") but curtains, drapes and other fabrics are not permitted within a distance of
500mm (20") of the appliance side (see figure 6). No such materials are permitted directly above the appliance regardless of distance.The
minimum clearance to the celling above the appliance is 800mm (31.5") measured from the top of the appliance.Combustible materials
should not be positioned directly in front of the appliance within a distance of 1000mm.
It should be established that any mirrors or picture frames etc. to be positioned on the wall above the appliance are able to withstand
prolonged exposure to moderate heat, before they are fitted above the appliance or the appliance is installed underneath them.
The back of the appliance may be installed directly in front of a combustible wall, providing it is flat and does not interfere with the var-
ious vent holes in the back panel of the appliance. The wall must be structurally sound and be constructed from a material capable of
withstanding moderate heat. Brick, concrete, finished plaster, most types of conventional wall paper and dry-lined plasterboard are usu-
ally examples of suitable materials, however as there are many methods of wall construction and many variations in the composition of
construction materials, in some circumstances, cracking may occur to plasterwork. Materials such as flock, blown vinyl and embossed
paper which are sensitive to even small amounts of heat should be avoided as scorching and or discolouration may occur over time.
Avoid siting the appliance near joins or joints in plasterboard as exposure to moderate heat may cause cracking along the joint line. The
appliance weighs 32kgs and it is important that the floor can support this weight. Take care that loose rugs are kept clear of the appli-
ance as these can move against the appliance and become damaged.
Take care that loose rugs are kept clear of the appliance as these can move against the appliance and become damaged.
3.0 FIRE GUARDS
The fireguards specified in BS 8423 are intended to protect people from falling into a fire, prevent burns and reduce the risk of injury,
particularly to young children and the infirm. In addition it is intended to reduce the risk of fire resulting from clothing and/or other flam-
mable materials coming into contact with, or in proximity to, burning fuel and/or hot surfaces.
Fireguards can be permanently fixed in position or can be moveable, and can be used with open fires including combination grates, or
closed fires, including room heaters and stoves. See figures 6 & 7 for fireguard examples.
The fireguards specified are not intended to reduce the risk of fires caused by flying particles, which are covered by BS 3248.
Figure 6
Example of moveable fireguard for portable heating appliances
Key
1. Optional base section for total enclosure of a wall mounted appliance
2. Points for attachment to a wall.
4.0 VENTILATION & ROOM SIZE
Purpose provided ventilation of 100cm
ventilation fitted must comply with local Codes and/or Regulations. Ventilation fitted under, or within immediate vicinity of the appliance
must not be used as it may adversely affect performance of the combustion monitoring system (ODS) system. The appliance shall not
be installed within one metre of any existing air vent, and any new air vent shall not be installed within one metre of the appliance.
WARNING :Ventilation openings must never be blocked or restricted in any way.
The requirements of other appliances operating in the space or room must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation
requirements, this should have been carried out by your installer. A supply of fresh air into the room is advisable to maintain tempera-
tures within limits.
The room size MUST be a minimum of 35m
ensure the correct operation of the fire. This volume may include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door.
Note : To calculate a room size in cubic metres (m
It should be noted that heaters create warm air currents. These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to the heater. Installing the
heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating the heater where impurities in the air (such as tobacco smoke, candle smoke
etc.) exist, may cause the walls to become discoloured. This appliance is intended as a secondary source of heat only and should not be
used in a room without some form of background heating present. If the appliance is used in a room as the sole source of heat, then
condensation may occur on colder surfaces within the room. This appliance must not be used in bathrooms. Refer to section 4.0 of the
installation instructions for guidance on installations in bedrooms.
MUST be provided for this appliance. An openable window or equivalent is also required. Any
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(e.g. 3.8m x 3.8m x 2.425m or 12'5" x 12'5" x 8'). This is to allow adequate circulation of air and
3
) divide the room volume in cubic feet (ft
3
3
Figure 7
Example of detachable fireguard
Key
1. Detachable fireguard
2. Screw eye
) by 35.3.
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