
Pre-installation checks & general safety notes
Installation of this stove must be completed in accordance with current local codes and
regulations in each country. All local regulations & any rules in force, including those which
refer to National and European standards, must be observed when installing this product.
Reference must be made to current issues of British Standard BS 8303, code of practice for
installation of domestic heating and cooking appliances burning solid mineral fuel and BS EN
15287-1:2007 design, installation, and commissioning of chimneys.
Note: It is a legal requirement under England & Wales Building Regulations that the
installation of this stove is undertaken under Local Authority Building Control or is installed
by a competent person registered with a Government Approved Competent Persons Scheme.
Hetas Ltd operate such a scheme and a listing of their registered Competent Persons can be
found on their website at www.hetas.co.uk
Should any conflict occur between these instructions and any regulations and rules in force
then the regulations and rules in force must apply.
An approved Carbon Monoxide alarm conforming to the latest edition of BS EN 50291 must
be installed into the room into which the stove is installed. Installation and positioning must be
in accordance with current National laws, Building Regulations & any Rules in Force
including (Approved Document J England & Wales). Also refer to the alarm manufacturer's
instructions.
This stove must not be installed into a flue that shares any other appliance.
Extractions fans or units must not be installed into the room of stove installation.
The installer has a responsibility to ensure that all requirements of Health & Safety at Work
Act are observed & implemented as stated on the date of installation.
Due to the weight of this stove adequate facilities must be available for loading, unloading &
installation.
Always ensure that there is an adequate air supply into the room containing the stove.
It is very important that flue ways are regularly swept & checked by an approved person. It is
recommended that sweeping and checking should be done at least twice each year for
approved smokeless fuel use and quarterly each year for wood burning. The installer must
ensure that the chimney is examined for soundness and suitability before the appliance is
installed. Remedial action should be taken if required, seeking expert advice if necessary.
Where the chimney is believed to have previously served an open fire installation it is possible
that the higher flue gas temperatures from a closed appliance may loosen deposits that were
previously firmly adhered, with the consequent risk of flue blockage. It is therefore
recommended that the chimney be swept a second time within a month of regular use after
installation.
All dampers or restrictors must be removed from the flue.
This stove must be maintained to ensure safe operation & efficiency.
Only use this appliance for domestic property heating in accordance with these instructions.
Fire cement can be caustic & should not be allowed to come into contact with skin. Refer to
manufacturer’s instructions.
This stove contains no asbestos. If there is any situation or possibility of disturbing any
asbestos during installation seek professional advice.
An installation / user manual is enclosed with this product. The installation can only be used
after it has been inspected by a qualified inspector. A name plate of heat-resistant material is
affixed to this product. This contains information about identification and documentation for