3.5
The flue must not be used for any other appliance or application.
3.6
Any chimney damper or restrictor should be removed. If removal is not possible,
they must be secured in the open position.
3.7
If the appliance is intended to be installed to a chimney that 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.
3.8
If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any
draughts.
3.9
The appliance must be mounted behind a non-combustible hearth (N.B.
conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-combustible). The appliance can be
fitted to a purpose made proprietary class “O”-150°C surround. The hearth material
must be at least 12mm thick. The periphery of the hearth (or fender) should be at least
50mm above floor level to discourage the placing of carpets or rugs over it.
The surface of the hearth must be sufficiently flat to enable the bottom of the front
surround and the bottom front cover to be aligned horizontally. Any excessive
unevenness (uneven tiles, Cotswold stone, etc.) should be rectified.
The appliance must not stand on combustible materials or carpets
.
3.10
The front face of the fireplace should be reasonably flat over the area covered by
the hotbox top and side flange seals to ensure good sealing. These faces should be made
good if necessary. The fireplace floor should be reasonably flat to ensure that a good
seal with the hotbox can be made.
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