Operating area, Precautions – MCZ Alpha User Manual
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INSTALLATION AND USE MANUAL
Chapter 2
page
7
Theoretic notions for installation
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2. NOTIONS FOR INSTALLATION ACCORDING TO UNI 10683
2.1.
OPERATING AREA
For good operations and good heat distribution, the stove should be
positioned in a place where the air required for combustion can flow (at
least 60 m
3
/h must be available) according to installation standards and
current regulations in the country of installation.
The room volume must not be less than 60 m
3
.
Air must enter through permanent apertures on the walls (near the
stove) that open outdoors with a minimum section of 150 cm
2
.
These apertures (air vents) must be made so as not to be obstructed in
any way.
Air can also be taken from adjacent rooms as long as these are
equipped with outdoor air vents and not bedrooms or bathrooms or
rooms where fire hazards do not exist such as garages, wood sheds,
flammable material warehouses, strictly observing that stated in current
regulations.
•
Stoves may not be installed in bedrooms,
bathrooms and where another heating device is
installed without autonomous air flow (chimney,
stove, etc.).
•
Placing the stove in explosive environments is
prohibited.
•
The floor of the room where the stove is installed
must be adequately dimensions to support its
weight.
•
In the event of wood floors, install a protective
covering in accordance with current regulations
in the country of installation.
•
If walls are not flammable, install the stove at
least 5 cm. from the walls.
•
The stove could cause overheating and damages
to
plaster
(yellowing,
cracking,
etc.)
if
excessively close to the wall.
2.2.
PRECAUTIONS
The stove must be installed in a suitable surface that permits routine
opening and maintenance operations.
The room must be:
•
set for room operating conditions
•
equipped with an adequate smoke exhaust system
•
equipped with outdoor ventilation