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3. CO Alarms
All open flued appliances can be affected by temporary
atmospheric conditions which may allow fumes to enter
the house. Building regulations require that whenever
a new or replacement fixed solid fuel or wood/biomass
appliance is installed in a dwelling a carbon monoxide
alarm must be fitted in the same room as the appliance.
Further guidance on the installation of the carbon
monoxide alarm is available in the latest edition of
BSEN50292andfromthealarmmanufacturers
instructions.
HETAS recommend the unit is permanently fixed
inaccordancewiththemanufacturersinstallation
instructions or with the guidance contained in Approved
Document J where no other information is available.
Provision of an alarm must not be considered a
substitute for either installing the appliance correctly
or ensuring regular servicing and maintenance of the
appliance and chimney system.
4. Minimum Dimensions - Hearth
4.1 If the appliance instructions specify a non-combustible
hearth this must be at least 125mm thick with the minimum
dimensions as shown in diagram.
If the appliance instructions allow a superimposed
(decorative) hearth then this must be 12mm thick and the
dimensions as shown.
225mm minimum
500mm minimum
125mm
12mm
150mm
minimum 150mm min
150mm min
840mm minimum
840mm
minimum
Constructional Hearth
Appliance
Decorative Hearth
Change in level to
mark safe perimeter
If the appliance can be installed in an elevated setting it is
recommended to increase the 225mm hearth depth to safely
contain any falling logs or embers. The higher the appliance
is installed the deeper the hearth should be to protect the
floor.
4.2 The building must have a suitable load-bearing capacity for
the hearth and appliance. Consult a structural engineer for
advice before proceeding.
4.3 When fitting into an existing hearth check that the appliance
complies with current construction regulations and is at least
the minimum sizes shown.
4.4 If there is no existing fireplace or chimney it is possible to
construct a suitable non-combustible housing and hearth
setting. The flue must be installed in accordance with all
local and national regulations and current rules in force.
4.5 Check if adding a new chimney to your property requires
planning permission.
4.6 Some houses are built using a timber frame construction
with high levels of thermal insulation. Isolate the appliance
from combustible materials, and provide sufficient ventilation
to maintain the heating efficiency.
5. Clearances to Combustible Materials
5.1 When fitting the appliance use the minimum clearances
detailed in the instructions between any point of the
appliance and any combustible material.
5.2 Use of combustible materials near the appliance should
conform to the requirements of the national Building
Regulations - Approved Document J.
For detailed dimensional clearance information refer to
the Appendix contained in the specific product installation
instructions, or product data plate.
5.3 Donotplacephotographs,TV’s,paintings,porcelainor
other combustible items on the wall or near the appliance.
Exposure to hot temperatures will cause damage. Do not
place furniture or other items such as drying clothing closer
than 1m from the front of this appliance.
WARNING: Extra fuel should not be stored on or next to the
appliance. Only keep enough fuel for immediate use nearby
and never leave the appliance unattended for long periods
with any combustible material in close proximity.
6. Fitting Appliances On A Boat
6.1 If an appliance is to be fitted in a boat it must be done in
accordance with the latest edition of BS 8511 (Code of
Practice for the Installation of Solid Fuel Heating Appliances
on Boats). The Code covers the design, installation
and operation of solid fuel heating appliances that are
suitable for fitting into inland waterway boats, and gives
guidance on product selection, design considerations,
installation requirements, inspection and testing, as well as
maintenance and safe use tips.
6.2 Consideration should also be given to the requirements
oftheBoatSafetyScheme(BSS)toensuretheboat’s
insurance remains valid.
6.3 The appliance should only be installed by a competent
person with experience of the latest edition of BS 8511 and
the Boat Safety Scheme (BSS).
6.4 Secure the product to a suitably constructed non-
combustible hearth.
6.5 All open flued appliances can be affected by temporary
atmospheric conditions which may allow fumes to enter the
boat. An electronic carbon monoxide detector conforming
to the latest edition of BSEN50292 must be fitted and
maintained.
6.6 Failure to safely install the appliance could endanger the
boat and persons on board.
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