Stovax 7126 - Manual (Page 19)

19
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
Before installation of this product please read these
instructions fully.
It is very important to understand the requirements of the national
Building Regulations* and standards**, along with any local
regulations and working practices that may apply. Should any
conflict occur between these instructions and these regulations
then the regulations must apply.
Your local Building Control Office can advise regarding the
requirements of the regulations.
The appliance must be fitted by a registered installer†, or
approved by your local building control officer.
Works must be carried out with care to meet the requirements of
Health and Safety‡ and comply with the Health and Safety rules,
and any new regulations introduced during the lifetime of these
instructions.. Particular attention should be drawn to:
• Handling: The appliance is heavy. Adequate facilities
must be available for loading, unloading and site handling.
• Fire Cement: Some fire cement is caustic and must not
come into contact with the skin. Protective gloves must be
worn. Wash hands thoroughly with plenty of water after
contact with skin.
• Asbestos: This appliance contains no asbestos. If there
is the possibility of disturbing any asbestos in the course of
installation seek specialist guidance and use appropriate
equipment.
• Metal Parts: Take care when installing or servicing the
stove to avoid personal injury.
A faulty installation can cause danger to the inhabitants and
structure of the building.
For users of this appliance:
Your building insurance company may require you to inform them
that you have installed a new heating appliance. Check that your
cover is still valid after installing the appliance.
1. INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
Each installation is unique to the property so it is not possible
to give details to suit every setting. The installation must comply
with Building Regulations and be made using "best practice"
construction methods.
Many fireplace openings have a supporting lintel. Do not remove
without supporting the remaining structure of the building. Do not
support the structure with the appliance or the flue system .
1.1 Take care when installing the appliance. Careless
handling and use of tools can damage the finish and/or
area .
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
• Remove internal components and door to make
installation access easier and prevent damage, See Removal
sections following
• Fit the required top option (flat or canopy) and secure
with fixing bolts, See Diagram 1
Fixing bolts
• Slide the appliance into the opening
Take care not to damage the hearth.
• Fill void at the back of the box with 6:1 vermiculite/
cement mix or any other good non-combustible insulation
material
It is important to insulate the back, top and side of the box.
• Insert the flue spigot from inside the appliance
• Connect the flue liner to the spigot
• Seal liner and the spigot with fire cement
PR7581
Rear Fixing (x2)
Short Bolt &
Washer
Flue Collar
Front Fixing (x2)
Long Bolt &
‘Top Hat’ Spacer
Closure Plate
Ridged Flue
Pipe
Flue Liner
Adaptor
Supplied By
Flue Liner
Manufacturer
PR7560 PR7559
In the U.K: * England and Wales – Document J / Scotland -
Part F/Document J (Republic of Ireland only)
** BS 8303, BS 6461, BS 7566
† Registered body: HETAS (GB only)/INFO (Eire)
‡ Health and Safety at Work Act 1974