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6 – General safety advice
In addition to the safety information contained in the standard installation and operating
instructions, when installing in a small craft the following advice should be followed.
4.1 Before lighting ensure the chimney is fully erected and not capped.
4.2 Do not place or hang any combustible material such as towels or clothing on the hearth
or above the stove.
4.3 Ensure and combustible item such as soft furnishing, curtains, furniture, posters and
ornaments are at a minimum 600mm from the appliance and cannot fall or swing nearer
to the stove or flue.
4.4 Any signs of heat damage of combustible material, eg charring, singing or seepage of
liquid (lignin), or of suspicious smells in the vicinity of the appliance or flue pipe should
be investigated immediately. The appliance should not be used until the cause is
identified and rectified.
4.5 Oil or gas lamps should not be located above or within 600mm of the appliance, or in
any position where fuel spillage from the lamp, either when in position or when
dislodged, could hit any surface of the stove or flue.
4.6 Do not use the appliance if any part of the casing, flue pipe or door glass is cracked or if
the flue or door seals are leaking, if it is missing parts or has been modified.
4.7 consider a fireguard manufactured to BS 8423
4.8 Fume emission into the cabin is dangerous and could lead to carbon monoxide
poisoning. If fume emissions persist the following immediate actions should be taken:-
a) Open doors and windows to ventilate the cabin.
b) Let the fire out or eject and safely dispose of fuel from the appliance.
c) Check the flue for blockage and clean if required.
d) Do not attempt to relight the fire until the cause of the fume emission has been
identified and corrected. If necessary seek advice from a competent person.
4.9 If there is a chimney fire the following immediate actions should be taken
a)
Reduce the appliance burning rate by closing all air controls (if safe to do so)
b)
Remove furniture and rugs away from the appliance (if safe to do so)
c)
Place a fireguard or spark guard in front of the appliance (if safe to do so)
d)
If necessary raise the alarm, vacate the craft and if possible let occupants of
adjacent craft and buildings know
e)
If necessary call the fire brigade and determine the best means for the fire brigade
to access the craft and wait for their arrival well away from the craft.
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