oIf there are any other fuel burning appliances in the same room the current edition of BS 5440: Part 2: should be consulted to determine air vent requirements.
oEnsure that the room containing the cooker is well ventilated, keep natural ventilation holes or install a mechanical ventilation device (mechanical cooker hood).
oProlonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional ventilation, either by the opening of a window, or by increasing the level of the mechanical ventilation device (where present).
oThis cooker is not fitted with a device for discharging the products of combustion. Ensure that the ventilation rules and regulations are followed.
oExcess steam from the oven, vents out at the top back edge of the cooker, so make sure that the walls behind and near the cooker are resistant to heat, steam and condensation.
oYour cooker must stand on a flat surface so that when it is in position the hob is level. When in position check that the cooker is level by using a spirit level and adjust the 2 feet at the rear and the 2 feet at the front if necessary.
oRemember that the quantity of air necessary for combustion must never be less than 2m³/h for each kW of power (see total power in kW on the appliance rating plate).
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations
oIt is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations.
oIt is in your interest and that of safety to ensure compliance with the law.
oIn the UK, CORGI registered installers work to safe standards of practice. The cooker must also be installed in accordance with the current edition of BS 6172. Failure to install the cooker correctly could invalidate the warranty, liability claims and lead to prosecution.
oIMPORTANT: It is a requirement for a stability chain to be fitted to the appliance. Please see page 33 for more detailed information on this.
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