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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safety zone
Our stoves are highly efficient appliances giving off convected, conducted and radiated heat. All the surfaces of the stoves, except the controls on gas fired stoves, become hot in use and must not be touched or have any combustible objects placed near them. Adequate precautions should always be taken to prevent children, the elderly, the infirm and pets from coming into contact with the surfaces of the stoves.
Please note that, as an added safety measure, all HETAS® approved stoves must be capable of being bolted to the hearth. Drilled holes in the specially designed base plate on the legs supplied with our stoves, allow for this.
For added safety, we recommend that distances between combustible materials and your stove are those set out in document 'J' of the building regulations.
You can obtain a copy from your local authority, or contact the Solid Fuel Association, on 0845 601 4406, for an information booklet.
Lining the chimney
Chimney lining is generally a good idea, and is essential if there is a poor flue pull, if the chimney has an above average internal size or if there is leaking through any mortar joints. The size of the flue liner should be at least the size of the stove flue: 5" or 6" depending on the model being installed.
Changing the height of a stove
If you wish to change the leg height on a multifuel stove, you may require your commissioning fitter to drill the appropriate holes in the base of the stove. Bolt on legs for woodburning stoves can be altered and are available in lengths of 90mm (31/2"). 130mm (51/8") and 250mm(97/8").
Important ventilation requirements
The English and Scottish Building Regulations specify that the following fixed ventilation must be provided when installing woodburning and multifuel appliances.
Appliances rated under 5kW: no ventilation required.
Appliances rated over 5kW: for each kW of rated output above 5kW, 550 sq.mm (0.85 sq.ins) per kW.
Example: for a stove rated at 8kW the ventilation required is 3 x 550 sq.mm = 1650 sq.mm (2.56 sq.ins). This can be achieved by using a standard ventilation brick. Your Villager dealer should be able to give advice regarding the correct size brick that you may require.
Gas stoves
All our gas stoves are rated below 7kW input, therefore there are no requirements for any fixed ventilation to be provided.
The recommended clearance to combustible materials for gas stoves should be 150mm side, 300mm top and 50mm to the rear.
All models installed using the top flue option require an air gap at the back, between the wall and the stove of at least 50mm(2"). On all rear flue models this gap is automatically provided by the draft diverter attached to the back of the stove. The reason for this gap is to allow the T.T.B. (Thermal Trip Breaker) to function properly. The T.T.B. is a heat sensor and is fitted as standard so that, should the chimney become restricted or blocked and the stove fail to vent correctly, the gas supply is automatically cut off.
Conventional gas stove or balanced flue
A conventionally flued stove takes its air from the room for combustion before the exhausted gases are released up the chimney.
A balanced flue stove must be vented directly through a suitable outside wall. It has a completely enclosed flue of two concentric ducts running to the outside. The outer duct draws in fresh air for combustion while the inside duct carries out the exhaust gases. The flue terminal is such that both ducts are subjected to the same air pressures. They are not affected by any changes in wind conditions leaving the fire burning safely at all times. However, it is important that the location chosen has good air access and is not too close to any window or door where venting gasses may blow back into the room.
Installation
The installation and commissioning of all gas fired stoves must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered gas fitter. For information about registered gas fitters in your area, please call the Gas Safe Register on 0800 408 5500
Changing gas type
A Gas Safe registered engineer can easily convert all the current models. A kit is available to do this. Our earlier models can also be converted, but please contact us for details as some need to be factory converted.
What to Burn
Wood
You can burn most types of hard wood as provided it is properly seasoned. This means dry wood with a moisture content below 20% that is well (but not too tightly) packed into the fire box. The more moisture there is in the wood, the more it will smoke and possibly cause tar to build up in the chimney. Not only that but it will produce less heat. If the fire is too loosely packed more air will circulate resulting in a faster, less economical burn rate.
Peat
Only to be used in turf or brick form, and the moisture content must be low.
Solid Fuels
Your Villager dealer or local fuel supplier will be able to advise you, or contact HETAS® on 0845 634 5626
Please note: When burning manufactured or natural smokeless fuels, remove the ash every day.
PETROLEUM BASED INDUSTRIAL FUELS SHOULD ALWAYS BE AVOIDED.
NEVER BURN PLASTICS.
Useful contact information
National Fireplace Association
Tel: 0121 288 0050
Fax: 0870 130 6747
Website: www.nfa.org.uk
e-mail: enquiries@nfa.org.uk
Promotional body for the fire, stove and fireplace industry. Technical information leaflets on fireplace related subjects are available.
Solid Fuel Association
Tel: 0845 601 4406
Fax: 01773 834 351
Website: www.solidfuel.co.uk
e-mail: sfa@solidfuel.co.uk
Promotes the benefits of domestic solid fuel heating and provides a range of services to both public and private sectors.
Gas Safe Register
Tel: 0800 408 5500
Website: www.gassaferegister.co.uk
e-mail: enquiries@gassaferegister.co.uk
The council for registered gas installers.
National Association of Chimney Engineers
Tel: 01526 322 555
Fax: 01526 323 181
Website: www.nace.org.uk
e-mail: info@nace.org.uk
Representing the installers of all forms of chimney relining and maintenance.
National Association of Chimney Sweeps
Tel: 01785 811 732
Fax: 01785 811 712
Website: www.nacs.org.uk
e-mail: nacs@chimneyworks.co.uk
The authoritative body on chimney and flue maintenance.
The Society of British Gas Industries (SBGI)
Tel: 01926 334 357
Fax: 01926 450 459
Website: www.sbgi.org.uk
e-mail: mail@sbgi.org.uk
The society's overall aim is to promote a thriving UK gas industry.
British Flue & Chimney Manufacturers' Association
Tel: 0118 940 3416
Fax: 0118 940 6258
Representing the manufacturers of factory made flue and chimney products.
HETAS®
Tel: 0845 634 5626
Website: www.hetas.co.uk
e-mail: j.lake@blueyonder.co.uk
Official body recognised by government to approve solid fuel domestic appliances.
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