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Installation InstructionsThe following pages give instructions for the safe and proper installation of this heatingappliance in the UK. These instructions cover the basic principles of installation,although some details may need slight modification to suit particular local site conditions.In all cases the installation must comply with current UK Building Regulations, LocalAuthority Byelaws and other specifications or regulations as they affect the installation ofthe stove.Please note that it is a legal requirement under England and Wales Building Regulationsthat the installation of the stove is either carried out under local Authority BuildingControl approval or is installed by a Competent Person registered with a Governmentapproved Competent Persons Scheme. HETAS operate such a scheme and a listing oftheir registered Competent Persons can be found on their website at www.hetas.co.uk.It should be noted that the current Building Regulations requirements are given inApproved Document J. These requirements may also be met by adopting the relevantrecommendations given in British Standards BS 8303, BS 6461 and BS 7566.WARNING. Health and Safety Advice Notice.The installation of this heating appliance is governed by the Health and Safety at WorkAct 1974. it is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that all requirements of this Actare met during the installation works. Attention is drawn in particular to the following:Handling:The appliance is a heavy item and adequate facilities must be availablefor loading, unloading and site handling.Fire Cement: Some types of fire cement are caustic and should not be allowed to comeinto contact with the skin. Protective gloves should be worn whenhandling fire cement. In case of contact with the skin, wash immediatelywith plenty of water.Asbestos:Metal Parts:This stove contains no asbestos. If there is a possibility of disturbing anyasbestos in the course of the installation, then please seek specialistguidance and use appropriate protective equipment.When installing or servicing this stove care should be taken to avoid thepossibility of personal injury.Important Warning ­ Preparatory Work and safety Checks:· This stove must not be installed into a chimney which serves any other heatingappliance.· There must not be an extractor fan fitted in the same room as the stove, as this cancause the stove to emit fumes into the room.· If this appliance is installed into an existing chimney, the chimney must first beswept and examined for soundness and suitability, before the appliance is installed(see also section headed ‘Chimney’).