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o If the room has a volume of less than 5m³, it will require an air
vent of 100cm² (effective area).
o If it is installed in a room with a volume that exceeds 11m³, then
no air vent is required.
o If there are any other fuel burning appliances in the same room
the current edition of BS 5440: Part 2: should be consulted to
determine air vent requirements.
o Ensure that the room containing the hob is well ventilated, keep
natural ventilation holes or install a mechanical ventilation device
(mechanical cooker hood).
o Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional
ventilation, either by the opening of a window, or by increasing
the level of the mechanical ventilation device (where present).
o This hob is not fitted with a device for discharging the products
of combustion. Ensure that the ventilation rules and regulations
are followed.
o The walls behind and near the hob should be resistant to heat,
steam and condensation.
o Remember that the quantity of air necessary for combustion
must never be less than 2m³/h for each kW of power (see total
power in kW on the appliance rating plate).
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations
IMPORTANT: The appliance MUST be connected to the gas
supply by use of a ½ BSP Elbow, seal, copper pipe and an
isolation tap fitted in an easily accessible position.
o It is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent
persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety
Installation and Use Regulations.
o It is in your interest and that of safety to ensure compliance with
the law.
o In the UK, GASSAFE registered installers work to safe standards
of practice. The cooker must also be installed in accordance with
the current edition of BS 6172. Failure to install the hob correctly
could invalidate the warranty, liability claims and lead to
prosecution.
