Installation Instructions
Before you start: Please read the instructions. Planning your installation will save you time and effort.
Prior to installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (nature of the gas and gas pressure) and the adjustment of the appliance are compatible. The adjustment conditions are stated on the data badge.
This appliance is not connected to a combustion evacuation device. It shall be installed and connected in accordance with current installation regulation. Particular attention shall be given to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
In your own interest and that of safety, it is the law that all gas appliances be installed and serviced by competent persons. CORGI registered installers undertake to work to satisfactory standards.
Where regulations or standards have been revised since this handbook was printed, always use the latest edition.
In the UK the regulations and standards are as follows:
1. Gas Safety Regulations 1996 (Installation and Use).
2.Building Regulations - Issued by the Department of the Environment.
3.Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidated) - Issued by the Scottish Development Department.
4.The current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
5.Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
6.BS 6172 Installation of Domestic Gas cooking Appliances
7.Installation & Servicing Instructions for this appliance.
For installation in countries other than the UK, the appliance must be connected in
accordance with all local gas and electrical regulations. In the Republic of Ireland, Installers should refer to IS813 Domestic Gas Appliances.
Ventilation Requirements
The room containing the appliance should have an air supply in accordance with BS 5440: Part 2: 1989:
•All rooms require an openable window, or equivalent, and some rooms will require a permanent vent as well.
•For room volumes up to 5m3 an air vent of 100cm2 is required.
•If the room has a door that opens directly to the outside, or the room exceeds 10m3, NO AIR VENT is required.
•For room volumes between 5m3 and 10m3 an air vent of 50cm2 is required.
•If there are other fuel burning appliances in the same room, BS 5440: Part 2: 1989 should be consulted to determine the air vent requirements.
•This appliance must not be installed in a bed sitting room of less than 20m3 or in a bathroom or shower room.
Windows and permanent vents should therefore not be blocked or removed without first consulting a CORGI gas installer.
In the Republic of Ireland, refer to relevant Irish Standards for correct ventilation requirements.
Failure to install appliances correctly is dangerous and could lead to prosecution.
This appliance is not connected to a combustion products evacuation device. It shall be installed and connected in accordance with current installation regulations. Particular attention shall be given to the relevant requirements regarding ventilation.
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