Testing before use

This is done by means of a flue flow test as described in BS5440:Part 1-2000. It can be summarised as follows:- After a visual and physical check of the joints in the system, and ensuring an adequate air supply for combustion has been provided, close all doors and windows in the room in which the appliance is to be installed. It will be necessary to introduce heat to the flue system for a minimum of 10 mins. and possibly up to 30 mins. using a blow-torch or similar. Position a smoke pellet (providing a performance of 5m3 of smoke in 30 secs. burn time) at the intended position of the appliance. The test is satisfactory if there is no significant spillage from the appliance position, no seepage over the length of the system, and discharge only from the terminal. If these conditions are not met, the test has failed and all faults must be rectified and the system retested before connection of the appliance to the fuel supply. In the event of any further problems, reference to BS5440:Part 1-2000 must be made.

Maintenance

It is essential that the flue way be kept clear at all times. The system should be checked regularly during the appliance maintenance (refer appliance manufacturer’s instructions).