Stovax 8627 MA Indoor Fireplace User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SITE REQUIREMENTS
1. FLUE AND CHIMNEY REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: This appliance can only be installed in conjunction
with the flue supplied.
1.1 The flue must be sited in accordance with all local and
national regulations and current rules in force.
1.2 Any terminal which is less than 2 metres above any access
(level ground, balcony or above a flat roof to which people
have access) is to be fitted with a guard.
1.3 All vertical and horizontal flues must be securely fixed and
fire precautions followed in accordance with local and
national codes of practice.
1.4 A restrictor may be required. Refer to Technical
Specifications on page 8.
1.5 Two types of flue terminals are available, horizontal and
vertical. For a horizontal terminal, decide on the terminal
position and measure the height from the top of the
appliance to the centre of the required hole. For minimum
and maximum flue dimensions see Section 2.
1.6 Only the horizontal terminal section can be reduced in size.
TIMBER FRAMED BUILDINGS
1.7 It will be necessary to provide additional clearance when
the flue passes through a wall containing any combustible
materials so as to prevent a fire hazard.
1.8 The hole through which the flue will pass, must have a steel
sleeve which is positioned so that an air gap of at least
25mm is maintained between the outer surface of the flue,
and any part of the sleeve.
1.9 For further guidance on the installation of gas appliances in
timber framed buildings, contact your local buildings control
authority.
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