Glow-worm Compact 100E - Manual (Page 9)

9 221894A
25 ABOVE THE TOP OF THE BOILER CASE
OR THE FLUE ELBOW IF FITTED
5 5
450
150
To achieve minimum "Installation" clearance of 5mm.
The side panels will have to be fitted prior
to boiler mounting.
7087
DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETRES Diagram 2.1
2.1 Location
This boiler must be installed in accordance with the rules in
force in the countries of destination.
This boiler is not suitable for fitting outside.
Any electrical switch must be positioned so that it cannot be
touched by a person using the bath or shower.
The boiler must be mounted on a flat wall which is sufficiently
robust to take its weight, refer to Table 1, “Data”.
If the location of the boiler or any part of the system is subject
to severe cold weather conditions, it is recommended that a
frost thermostat is fitted. Any part of the system that may be
vulnerable to freezing must be protected.
2.2 Boilers in a compartment
Where the installation of the boiler will be in an unusual position,
the current issue of BS6798 gives detailed guidance on these
requirements.
An existing cupboard or compartment modified for the purpose
may be used, providing minimum clearances are maintained.
Details of essential requirements for cupboard or compartment
design are given in the current issue of BS6798.
The door way opening should be of sufficient size to allow for
easy removal of the boiler.
Where the boiler is fitted in a cupboard or compartment,
permanent ventillation is not required.
Any existing compartment air vents must not be removed or
blocked off.
2.3 Clearances
The boiler should be positioned so that at least the minimum
operational and servicing clearances are provided, see diagram
2.1. Additional clearances may be required around the boiler for
installation.
2.4 Timber Frame Buildings
If the boiler is to be installed in a timber frame building it should
be fitted in accordance with the Institute of Gas Engineers
document IGE/UP/7/1998. If in doubt seek advice from the local
gas undertaking or Hepworth Heating Ltd.
2 Boiler Position