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LEGISLATION
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Publication No. 5111811
Codes of Practice, most recent version should
be used
IMPORTANT - Installation, Commissioning, Service & Repair
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions and the regulations in force. Read the instructions fully before
installing or using the appliance.
In GB, this must be carried out by a competent person as stated in the Gas
Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations.
Definition of competence: A person who works for a CORGI registered
company and holding current certificates in the relevant ACS modules, is
deemed competent.
In IE, this must be carried out by a competent person as stated in I.S. 813
“Domestic Gas Installations”.
Lifting - This product should be lifted and handled by two people. Stooping
should be avoided and protective equipment worn where necessary.
Carrying & lifting equipment should be used as required, e.g. when installing
in a loft space.
The addition of anything that may interfere with the normal operation of the
appliance without express written permission from the manufacturer or his
agent could invalidate the appliance warranty. In GB this could also infringe
the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.
Warning - Check the information on the data plate is compatible with local
supply conditions.
All CORGI registered installers carry a CORGI identification card and have a
registration number. You can check your installer is registered by
telephoning 0870 4012300 or writing to:-
1 Elmwood,
Chineham Business Park,
Crockford Lane,
Basingstoke. RG24 8WG
or check online at www.corgi-gas-safety.com
Potterton declare that no substances harmful to
health are contained in the appliance or used
during appliance manufacture.
The appliance is suitable only for installation in GB
and IE and should be installed in accordance with
the rules in force, and only used in a suitably
ventilated location.
In GB, the installation must be carried out by a CORGI
Registered Installer. It must be carried out in
accordance with the relevant requirements of the:
• Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations.
• The appropriate Building Regulations either The
Building Regulations, The Building Regulations
(Scotland), Building Regulations (Northern Ireland).
• The Water Fittings Regulations or Water Byelaws in
Scotland.
• The Current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
Where no specific instructions are given, reference
should be made to the relevant British Standard Code
of Practice.
In IE, the installation must be carried out by a
competent Person and installed in accordance with the
current edition of I.S. 813 ‘Domestic Gas Installations’,
the current Building Regulations and reference should
be made to the current ETCI rules for electrical
installation.
All systems must be thoroughly flushed and
treated with inhibitor (see section 6.2).
In GB the following Codes of Practice apply:
Standard Scope
BS 6891 Gas Installation.
BS 5546 Installation of hot water supplies for
domestic purposes.
BS 5449 Forced circulation hot water systems.
BS 6798 Installation of gas fired hot water boilers.
BS 5440 Part 1 Flues.
BS 5440 Part 2 Ventilation.
BS 7074 Expansion vessels and ancillary equipment
for sealed water systems.
BS 7593 Treatment of water in domestic hot water
central heating systems.
In IE the following Codes of Practice apply:
Standard Scope
I.S. 813 Domestic Gas Installations.
The following BS standards give valuable additional information;
BS 5546 Installation of hot water supplies for
domestic purposes.
BS 5449 Forced circulation hot water systems.
BS 7074 Expansion vessels and ancillary equipment
for sealed water systems.
BS 7593 Treatment of water in domestic hot water
central heating systems.