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1.1 RESPONSIBILITIES
1.1.1 INSTALLER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
The person or company that carries out the installation of the fireplace is responsible for this
installation, and also takes responsibility for the existing parts (chimney flue…)
They are hence expected to check the state of the existing installation and to carry out the
necessary modifications to comply with current regulations.
1.1.2 OBSERVANCE OF REGULATIONS
The instructions and recommendations of the guide come in addition to current regulations. They
do not replace them. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the documents mentioned
below. The installation of the appliance must be carried out. The chimney flue to which the
appliance will be connected must comply with guidelines or it will be the object.
Since this fireplace is in compliance with current standards, it is strictly forbidden to modify the
appliance in any way.
1.2 CHIMNEY FLUE
In the case of a chimney flue ending at the level of the ceiling, we draw your attention on the
following requirements:
- either a junction of the connecting duct and the chimney duct ensuring the tightness and the
thermal resistance of the installation,
- or appropriate casing of the throat at the stack base, following the rules of fire spacing.
1.2.1 NEW FLUE
The duct must be made with materials in compliance with current standards and with technical
notice from the CSTB. The duct must also be able to sustain the maximum temperature of the
appliance. The duct must be installed following the DTU guidelines, in particular regarding its
thermal insulation.
1.2.2 EXISTING FLUE
One must check :
- - the compatibility of the duct with the use of wood as fuel,
- - the tightness and vacuity of the duct,
- - its general stability,
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