Space heating capacity (necessary device output)

()What room heating capacity or output must my heater have?

That depends on the room size. Since these are individual room heaters, the installation room is mainly heated. Ancillary rooms only conditionally.

Installation

()How do I calculate the necessary space heating capacity?

The calculation is regulated in Ö-NORM M7521 or DIN 18893, whereby the space heating capacity depends very much on the building construction method. Low-energy or passive houses, for example, naturally require significantly less energy than buildings built years ago. As an estimate, experts reckon with approx. 60 watts of heating capacity per m3 of room air.
Example: Room with 8x6m and 2.5m room height = 8x6x2.5=120m3 x 60W = 7,200W or 7.2kW necessary heating power of the stove.

()Can the heating capacity also be higher?

Overdimensioning the heater is not recommended, as excess heat must be dissipated by constant ventilation.

 

 

()Where may I place my heater?

Recommended in the area of the fireplace. The max. distance to the fireplace should not exceed 3 metres pipe length. The ground must be level and stable (stoves weigh up to 400 kg!). On combustible floors, a glass or metal underlay is also required.

In principle, of course, the legal regulations must be observed! We therefore recommend consulting a specialist.

()I need more than 3 metres of pipe to the chimney connection

Please be sure to check with your chimney sweep or chimney sweep master.

()Do I have to use an underlay?

For combustible floors such as carpet or wooden floors, an underlay plate is mandatory!

()Can underfloor heating be in the screed?

Yes, no problem with units up to 400 kg if the screed is 6 cm thick.

()How heavy may a heater be?

Max. 500 kg. Otherwise consult a structural engineer or place solid concrete under the area of the heater.

()What safety distances must I observe?

The safety distances are indicated on the type plate and must be observed.

()Where do I have to keep safety distances?

The safety distances must only be observed for add-on walls made of reinforced concrete or wood.

()Must a distance connection be used with a cooker?

A cooker must not connect directly to a fitted kitchen, a safety distance must be maintained. This distance is ensured with a spacer connection.

Chimney & flue pipe connection

()Which chimney is needed

This depends on the fuel and the installation site. Clarification with the chimney sweep or chimney sweep master.

()Can the chimney also be older?

It is essential to carry out a leak test or clarification with a chimney sweep or master chimney sweep.

()What diameter must a chimney have?

For solid fuels, a minimum cross-section of 15 cm. For oil and pellet stoves 12-14 cm.

()Can the chimney have a larger cross-section?

That depends on the fuel used. For solid fuels, yes. Clarification with the chimney sweep or chimney sweep master.

 

()How long does my chimney have to be?

The ideal height is 6-10 metres.

()My chimney is longer than 10 metres

If possible, install a damper on stoves.

()My chimney is shorter than 4 metres

Use flue pipe in the room or place the connection as high as possible in the room Attention! Safety distance to the ceiling: 50 cm.

()May several heaters be operated on the fireplace?

Only room heaters with a self-closing door! This point also depends on the local building regulations. Clarification with the chimney sweep or chimney sweep master.

()Is it advisable to connect the stove directly to the back?

A connection to the top would be ideal. This way you can improve the efficiency even more, as additional heat is given off via the flue pipe.

()At what height must the flue pipe connection be provided?

This depends on the height of the chimney. If the height is less than 4 m, place the connection as high as possible in the room. Attention! Safety distance to the ceiling: 50 cm. This point also depends on the heater. For direct connection to the rear, wait for delivery and take natural measurements!

()How strong should the chimney draught be?

The chimney draught should be at least 12 pascals (PA). For appliance-specific information, see the operating instructions.

()How can the chimney draught be measured?

The chimney draught can be measured by the chimney sweep or chimney sweep master.