Glow-worm Flexicom hx - Manual (Page 11)

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HORIZONTAL FLUES
A DIRECTLY BELOW AN OPENING, AIR BRICK,
OPENING WINDOWS 300
B ABOVE AN OPENING, AIR BRICK,
OPENING WINDOWS 300
C HORIZONTALLY TO AN OPENING,
AIR BRICK, OPENING WINDOWS 300
D BELOW GUTTER, DRAIN/SOIL PIPE 25
E BELOW EAVES 25
F BELOW A BALCONY OR CAR PORT 25
G FROM VERTICAL DRAIN PIPES AND
SOIL PIPES 25
H FROM INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CORNERS 25
H
*
TO A BOUNDARY ALONGSIDE THE
TERMINAL 300
I ABOVE ADJACENT GROUND OR
BALCONY LEVEL 300
J
*
FROM SURFACE OR A BOUNDARY
FACING THE TERMINAL 600
K FACING TERMINALS 1200
L FROM OPENING (DOOR/WINDOW)
IN CAR PORT INTO DWELLING 1200
M VERTICAL FROM A TERMINAL 1500
N HORIZONTALLY FROM A TERMINAL 300
VERTICAL FLUES
P FROM ANOTHER TERMINAL 600
Q ABOVE ROOF LEVEL 300
R FROM ADJACENT OPENING WINDOW 1000
S FROM ADJACENT WALL TO FLUE 300
H* and J* These dimensions comply with the building
regulations, but they may need to be increased to avoid
wall staining and nuisance from pluming depending on site
conditions.
Diagram 4.2
4 Flue Options and Terminal Clearances
Diagram 4.3
4.1 Flue Options
There are various flue options to choose from as illustrated in
diagram 4.1. The flue lengths and installation are described in
section 10.
4.2 Flue Terminal Position
In GB the minimum acceptable siting dimensions for the
terminal from obstructions, other terminals and ventilation
openings are shown in diagram 4.2.
In IE the minimum distances for flue terminal positioning must
be those detailed in I.S.813 “Domestic Gas Installations”.
The terminal must be exposed to the external air, allowing free
passage of air across it at all times.
Being a condensing boiler some pluming may occur from
the flue outlet. This should be taken into consideration when
selecting the position for the terminal.
Carports or similar extensions of a roof only, or a roof and
one wall, require special consideration with respect to any
openings, doors, vents or windows under the roof. Care is
required to protect the roof if made of plastic sheeting. If
the carport comprises of a roof and two or more walls, seek
advice from the local gas supply company before installing the
boiler.
NOTE: If the flue terminal is positioned near a light source
insects may enter the flue system. Where safe and practical to
do so advise the homeowner to check the flue outlet and clear
visible insects from the terminal end.
4.3 Terminal Guard
A terminal guard is required if persons could come into contact
with the terminal or the terminal could be subject to damage.
If a terminal guard is required, it must be positioned to provide
minimum of 50mm clearance from any part of the terminal and
be central over the terminal.
The guard should be similar to that shown in diagram 4.3.
A suitable guard is manufactured by: -
Tower Flue Components
Morley Rd.
Tonbridge
Kent
TN9 1RA.
Size: 280mm x 165mm. Part No. CGDK3
15583