1.5.2 Gas safety (installation and use) regulations
In your own interests and that of safety, it is the Law that ALL gas appliances are installed by a
competent person approved at the time by the Health and safety Executive in accordance with
the current issue of the above regulations.
1.5.3 Gas testing and certification
The boiler is tested and certificated for safety and performance. It is, therefore, important that no
alteration is made to the boiler.
1.5.4 Control of substances hazardous to health
Under Section 6 of The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, we are required to provide
information on substances hazardous to health.
The adhesives and sealants used in this appliance are cured and give no known hazard in this
state.
1.5.5 Insulation pads
These can cause irritation to skin, eyes and the respiratory tract.
If you have a history of skin complaint you may be susceptible to irritation. High dust levels are
usual only if the material is broken.
Normal handling should not cause discomfort, but follow normal good hygiene and wash your
hands before eating, drinking or going to the lavatory.
If you do suffer irritation to the eyes or severe irritation to the skin seek medical attention.
1.5.6 Spare parts
Only original Vaillant spare parts may be used.
1.5.7 Manual handling guidance
During the appliance installation (and any subsequent re-placement of the heat exchanger) it
will be necessary to em-ploy caution. All installers and operatives involved from un-loading the
appliance until it is fully mounted on the wall in its final installed location must exercise full duty
of care for themselves and others with regard to safe lifting and han-dling of this appliance.
Operatives should employ assistance whilst lifting the appliance or components.
In certain situations it may be required to use a mechanical handling aid.
Take care to avoid trip hazards, slippery or wet surfaces.
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