Flexicom cx combination boiler - installation and service manual

3 Boiler Location, Clearances and Ventilation3.1 LocationThis boiler is not suitable for outdoor installation.This boiler may be installed in any room, although particularattention is drawn to the installation of a boiler in a roomcontaining a bath or shower where reference must be made tothe relevant requirements.This boiler is suitable for installation in bathroom zones 2 and3.In GB this is the current I.E.E. WIRING REGULATIONS andBUILDING REGULATIONS.In IE reference should be made to the current edition ofI.S.813 “Domestic Gas Installations” and the current ETCIrules.131273.2 ClearancesThe boiler should be positioned so that at least the minimumoperational and servicing clearances are provided, seediagram 3.1.Additional clearances may be beneficial around the boiler forinstallation and servicing.For flue installations where external access is not practicable,consideration should be given for the space required to insertthe flue internally, which may necessitate clearance largerthan those specified in diagram 3.1.3.3 Timber Frame BuildingsIf the boiler is to be installed in a timber frame building itshould be fitted in accordance with the Institute of GasEngineers document IGE/UP/7/1998. If in doubt seek advicefrom local gas undertaking or Glow-worm.3.4 Combustible MaterialThe boiler and flue are suitable for installation onto andthrough combustible materials provided that:-1) Minimum 5mm clearance is maintained around thecircumference of the flue (air intake).2) The combustible surface and fixings are suitable forsupporting the load.3) The minimum clearances from the boiler case aremaintained.Diagram 3.13.5 Room VentilationThe boiler is room sealed so a permanent air vent is notrequired.3.6 Cupboard or Compartment VentilationDue to the high efficiency and hence low casing temperatureof this boiler, cupboard or compartment ventilation is notnecessary.Leave existing air vents.9