Date: 21/7/2022
Version Number: 2022 Issue no.3
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Any further warnings in this document will be marked out in a box such as this one.
Ignoring the warnings, could lead to damage / injury to persons and / or property.
2.Warnings
2.1 Important Warnings
It is a LEGAL REQUIREMENTS that the installation of all new or replacement, wood, or solid fuel
heating appliance(s), obtain building control approval, from your local authority or that the
installation work must be carried out through a government approved competent person’s scheme. A
list of all competent person schemes can be found:
https://www.gov.uk/building-regulations-competent-person-schemes
All local regulations, including those referring to National & European standards, need to be
complied with when installing the appliance.
For the appliance installation, please refer to BS 8303-3:1994 as the code of practice for installation
of domestic heating and cooking appliances burning solid mineral fuel.
This stove should not be installed into a chimney or flue system that serves other heating appliances.
The manufacturer’s instructions must not be taken as overriding statutory requirements.
Any form of an extraction fan must not be fitted into the same room as the appliance.
Flue & Ducting Ltd will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental loss or injury
however caused.
3.Health & Safety
3.1 Health & Safety Practice
Before any installation work is undertaken consideration must be given to the Health and Safety at
work Act 1974. Safe working practices should be always followed.
Please consult health and safety guidelines for advice on handling heavy and / or large items.
During installation ensure that adequate precautions are taken to avoid unnecessary risk to yourself
or any householder.
The danger from the caustic nature of fire cement, should be avoided by using these accepted
methods: Wear gloves when handling fire cement. Wear goggles when chiseling or looking up
chimneys.
This stove contains no asbestos. Any possibility of disturbing asbestos during the installation then
always seek specialist guidance and use appropriate protective equipment for its removal.