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Installation
Building Regulations
Installation of your LogFire Stove must comply with all local building regulations, including those referring to national and European
standards. We advise prior to any installation a full site survey is conducted by an installation engineer recognised within an industry
standard such as NACS or HETAS to check the suitability of your chimney and appliance. Document J of the building regulations
contains further information regarding the installation of solid fuel appliances and can be viewed at
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/uploads/br/BR_PDF_ADJ_2010.pdf
or by following the link from our website.
Ventilation
The appliance requires fixed ventilation supplying a minimum of 550mm² free air. Any air inlet grilles should be positioned so that
they are not liable to blockage. An air extraction device shall not be used in the same room as the appliance unless adequate
additional ventilation is provided. Other heating appliances requiring air for combustion shall not be used in the same room as the
appliance unless adequate additional ventilation is provided.
Stoves need a supply of air for combustion, and to evacuate the flue gases otherwise they will not work. Without an air supply the
stove will not light and smoke is likely to pour out into the house. The smoke will not be able to be drawn up the chimney as this
requires air movement up through the chimney which is not possible if there is no source of air. If your stove smokes or does not
burn very keenly, but this improves when you open a window then this is a sign that you need to install some ventilation. We
recommend you discuss your ventilation requirements with your local LogFire Stove authorised retailer/installer. Any airbricks or
grilles fitted should be positioned so that they are not liable to blockage. If other appliances requiring ventilation operate within the
vicinity of the stove there must be adequate ventilation provided for both appliances running simultaneously.
NOTE
Extractor fans
when operating in the same room or space as the stove may cause problems.
Load-bearing capacity of the floor
Before installing the stove, you must ensure that the load-bearing capacity of the floor can withstand the weight of the stove and
any flue pipes and connections. The weight of the stove is
120Kgs.
Hearth
The stove should be installed on a non-combustible hearth. The hearth should extend to a distance of 225mm in front of the stove
and 150mm to each side measured from the door of the combustion chamber. Please refer to document J of the building regulations
for further information on hearth requirements. Please note this stove has a certified maximum hearth temperature of 42°C.
Clearances
The minimum clearance to combustible materials is 400mm to the sides of the stove, 700mm to the rear of the stove and 450mm to
the 6" flue pipe. Adjacent walls should be of suitable non-combustible construction, preferably brickwork.. A minimum of 80mm
clearance should be left at the back and sides of the stove to allow free air movement and for heat from the stove to enter the room,
and there should be a minimum clearance around the 6" flue pipe of 225mm.
Chimney Requirements
An existing chimney or a new flue or chimney installation should be given a visual inspection to check that it is in good order, clear of
obstructions and is of suitable size and type for the stove. It may be necessary to sweep the flue
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which should always be done prior
to fitting a stove or lining a chimney. We also recommend a smoke test is carried out to check for gas tightness and chimney draft.
We recommend lining and insulating your chimney. There should be access to the chimney to allow for sweeping.
Air Damper
It is recommended that chimneys with a strong updraft be fitted with a flue damper or draught stabiliser to allow the chimney
draught to be regulated. No damper should close the flue way completely, 20% of the total opening of the chimney or flue pipe must
remain open at all times.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
An approved carbon monoxide alarm with a 7 year life sealed battery must be installed when any Solid Fuel appliance is installed.
Carbon Monoxide alarms need to meet European safety standards and must be audible. They must be fitted in accordance to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Please Note:
an alarm is no substitute for regular maintenance and chimney sweeping.
