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1. ie Rahs 10 oe es 1 WAU TILING aea 1 ROOMS PACE 1 CONSTRUCTION OF WALLS PARTITIONS 6 5 12 FIXING TO WALLS CEILINGS OR FLOORS IMPORTANT 12 COMMUNAL STAIRWELLS sessssesssssssesssssssessssssssssestsesesenstasetsseesesesttsnetesteseeesenesetsee 13 52 13 SCHEDULE OF TEST CERTIFICATES csecssssssssssstssesssestssssssssseseeesssestsssetnesesneesenesessee 13 SCHEDULE OF 14 NOTE The information contained in this document is for the standard flat types within the development and may not cover specific variations requested by you OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING HOT WATER AND COLD WATER SYSTEMS Introduction Your home has been fitted with a gas fired heating system serving radiators and a domestic hot water Supply The gas fired boiler is located in the hallway cupboard bathroom cupboard or kitchen unit cupboard location depends on flat type You will find the operating and maintenance instructions for the boiler in your Handover Pack You should carry out no adjustments to the boiler If you are unable to find the answers to any boiler problems in the first instance please contact Scotia Homes You are responsible for the annual2. SCOTIA HOME OWNER S INFORMATION PACK for Applicable to 54A 54B amp 54C Chapel Street and 41 amp 43 Summer Street www scotia homes co uk Please read this document in conjunction with the NHBC booklet Guide to your new home A practical guide to looking after your new home as supplied with your Handover Pack Contents Page OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING HOT WATER AND COLD WATER 3 RADIATOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 BOER TY BE ae RR Oe ee 4 GAS GY STE Meck 4 HOT AND COLD WATER 5 KITCHEN sec ina ia aii K eae Mata 6 EXTRACTOR PANS 6 WINDOW VENTILATION AND AVOIDING CONDENSATION ssessscssssssssssssssssssesssesesssessee 6 COMMUNAL TELEVISION SATELLITE AERIAL INSTALLATION csessssssssssssssssssssesssessee 7 TELEPHONE 7 WINDOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION essssssssssssssssssssee 7 IF AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT 8 SMOKE DE TEC TON 8 DOOR ENTRY 9 DOWNLIGHT 9 SPRINKLER SYS TE Mizin a A a a 9 FLATENTAY
3. resistant specification if in the future you should consider making any internal alterations to the flat layout such as removal of an internal partition or forming an opening through an internal partition then the alterations should be checked first with a suitably qualified person such as an Architect before they are made to avoid any chance of reducing the effectiveness of the fire protection measures incorporated within your flat FIXING TO WALLS CEILINGS OR FLOORS IMPORTANT NOTICE Wall fixings for pictures mirrors etc must be of the appropriate type for the type of walls described above Be very careful if nailing or drilling into walls and ceilings to avoid contact with any pipes or electric cables which may lie behind the plasterboard We recommend that you use a Services detector cable detector before drilling or nailing it can reduce the risk of serious accidental injury If using power tools to install a fixing you should use R C D residual current device You should also always check for pipes and cables before drilling or nailing into floors Fixings should never be made to the following wall areas a Directly above or below any electrical socket outlet switch or appliance b Directly horizontal to any electrical socket outlet switch or appliance This is because electrical cables run in these areas Please also refer to your NHBC Guide to your new home Section 7 for more information COMMUNAL
4. STAIRWELLS The Communal staircases will be maintained by the factor For your information please note the following points 1 3 The windows in the communal stairwells are fitted with automatic opening devices for use by the fire brigade only to disperse any smoke arising from a fire Itis not possible to open these stairwell windows and for safety reasons the automatic opening devices actuators must not be uncoupled from the windows Stairwell front doors and back doors where applicable are fitted with overhead door closers to ensure that the doors are self closing This is for your safety and security please do not disconnect or otherwise restrict the operation of these door closers All stairwell doors should be securely closed after use As well as being covered by the same sprinkler system as your flats as described above the stairwell also has a stand alone smoke detector system to warn you if smoke is detected in the stairwell Stairwell lighting the stairwell lighting includes emergency lighting with battery back ups fitted In the event of any loss of power these emergency lights will come on to allow the stairs to be used safely These lights will be maintained by the factor if a stairwell light fails please contact the factor METER LOCATIONS Location of the electrical meter hallway cupboard Location of the gas meter in kitchen unit cupboard under boiler or in hall cupboard location depends
5. contained in your Handover Over filling kettles irons etc can cause this type of fault N B It is important to ensure that the bulbs used in light fittings do not exceed the rating for that fitting SMOKE DETECTOR Your flat is fitted with a smoke detector in the hallway The smoke detector is mains operated with battery back up and connected to their own circuits in the consumer control unit It is extremely sensitive to smoke and dust particles of any kind To test the smoke detector firstly ensure that it is receiving power by looking at the green mains indicator light on the cover is lit Secondly press the test button firmly for 10 seconds until the alarm Sounds and the red light on the cover flashes rapidly If the alarm horn makes a continuous sound and you have not pushed the test button the detector has sensed smoke or dust in the air This could be your warning of a possible serious situation requiring immediate attention If on thoroughly checking the property no trace is found it could be a nuisance alarm caused by cooking smoke or something similar If this occurs open a window to clear the smoke or dust and the alarm will cease or press the test hush button to silence the alarm if a non nuisance alarm trigger has been identified Please refer to the Ei Electronics User Instructions for more detailed information a copy is contained in your package of instructions DOOR ENTRY SYSTEM Maintenance The door
6. in your Handover Pack for operating and cleaning instructions for your kitchen appliances sinks units and worktops Connecting appliances When fitting a dishwasher or washing machine please ensure the blanked end of the waste pipe tee piece has been removed Note this is not applicable where a standing waste pipe has been provided Please also ensure that the water supplies and wastes are securely connected to the pipework EXTRACTOR FANS Bathroom and En Suite fans Control switches are located adjacent to light switches Fans should be switched on to remove moisture and odour Manufacturer s installation and maintenance information is enclosed within your Handover Pack WINDOW VENTILATION AND AVOIDING CONDENSATION Most windows are fitted with trickle ventilators at the top of the windows These can be opened and closed to allow more or less ventilation Condensation will be a problem in all new homes if adequate background heating and ventilation are not used we would suggest that you read carefully the section within the NHBC booklet GUIDE TO YOUR NEW reducing condensation on pages 8 and 9 The following are general guidelines for your information To deal with condensation take these two steps Produce less moisture Ordinary daily activities produce a lot of moisture very quickly Cooking To reduce the amount of moisture in the kitchen cover pans and do not leave kettles boiling use
7. maintenance and servicing of the boiler this can be arranged through any reputable plumbing or gas servicing contractor Heating and Domestic Hot Water Controls The system has the following controls 1 Boiler isolating switch 2 Heating and Hot Water Programmer 3 Thermostatic Radiator valves to radiators 4 Room Thermostat 5 Frost stat integral part of the boiler 1 Boiler isolating switch This switch is located on the wall next to the boiler This switch is to isolate the electrical supply to the boiler and should be left on atall times Only use this switch if a fault develops on the boiler 2 Heating and Hot Water Programmer An electronic 2 channel Full Programmer for the Heating and Hot Water is located in the cupboard next to the boiler It controls the boiler telling it when your central heating and hot water is required Your Handover Pack contains the manufacturer s installation guide and a user guide for this programmer please familiarise yourself with the programmer user instructions The programmer has numerous ON and OFF periods which may be altered to suit your own requirements 3 Thermostatic Radiator Valves Thermostatic Radiator Valves are fitted to the radiators for comfort control and to allow you to set the radiator temperature at a level that gives you the room temperature that you want i e position 1 low level heat 4 maximum level heat Depending on level of comfort required 2 4 should be
8. service pipes and cables hidden by the insulation that you can damage by inadvertently stepping on them Also the attic access door is nota structural product and must not be walked or stepped on Itis advised that you do not enter the attic space CONSTRUCTION OF WALLS PARTITIONS amp CEILINGS External Walls A cavity wall comprising a 100mm thick block work with render outer leaf or a stone granite outer leaf 50mm wide cavity and 140mm block work inner leaf To the inside of the cavity block work wall there is a 70mm thick layer of high performance insulation with a timber framed Service void with a plasterboard inner leaf All Partitions 70mm timber studwork partitions with plasterboard to each side Floor Construction 22mm flooring fixed to timber battens installed into a sound absorbing cradle flooring system on precast hollow core floor units Ceilings with flats above Plasterboard fixed a suspended metal ceiling lining system to provide a Service void and 200mm thick precast concrete hollow core separating floor units Ceilings with attics above Plasterboard fixed to factory made timber roof trusses with attic insulation installed between and over the truss bottom chords SAFETY NOTE There are services pipes and cables located within the external walls partitions ceiling voids attic spaces and in the floors between the battens SAFETY NOTE The flat hall partition walls and ceilings have been constructed to a fire
9. your cooker hood extractor fan Washing clothes Put washing outdoors to dry if you can Or put in the bathroom with the door closed and the window open or fan on If you have a tumble dryer ventilate it to the outside unless it is the self condensing type DIY kits are available for this Ventilate to remove moisture You can ventilate your home without making draughts Some ventilation is required to expel the moisture which is constantly being produced mostly just by the natural breathing of occupants Keep a small window ajar or a trickle ventilator open when someone is in the room You need much more ventilation in the kitchen and bathroom during cooking washing up bathing and drying clothes This means using the installed fan or opening windows wider Close the kitchen and bathroom doors when these rooms are in use This helps prevent the moisture reaching other rooms especially bedrooms which are often colder and more likely to get condensation COMMUNAL TELEVISION SATELLITE AERIAL INSTALLATION A communal digital wide band TV aerial and a communal satellite dish have been installed and linked to your flat providing a twin tuner compatible satellite digital outlet media plate in the living room with cable from the living room TV point to a TV link amplifier the amplifier is installed next your electricity consumer unit and cables from the amplifier to the bedroom outlets TELEPHONE INSTALLATION Telephone points are loc
10. annel Northern Heating 01224 663322 Programmer full programmer Hot Water Cylinder Megaflo Hot water Cylinder Northern Heating 01224 663322 Radiators Myson Premier HE Northern Heating 01224 663322 Radiator valves Danfoss RAS C2 to radiators and RAS Northern Heating 01224 663322 D2 chrome fitted to towel rails
11. ated beside each TV point in the living room and bedrooms it is compatible with any BT approved phone Itis your responsibility to arrange connection to your chosen telephone service provider WINDOW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Your flat is fitted with inwards opening tilt and turn windows First second and third floor flats have Standard non locking handles Please refer to the NorDan Operator s manual with safety guidelines for your tilt and turn window for operating instructions and safety recommendations when cleaning A copy is contained in your Handover Pack SAFETY RECOMMENDATION if you have young children we recommend that you give consideration to having additional child safety catches fitted to your windows OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONSUMER UNIT The consumer control unit for your property is located in a hallway cupboard it contains a labelled main isolator a residual current device RCD and miniature circuit breakers MCBs or trip switches for each circuit in the property This is a device that controls the electricity supply to your home splitting the incoming mains electricity into the various electrical circuits around your home The consumer control unit contains a Main Switch RCBO s Residual Current Operated Circuit Breaker RCD and MCBs The main switch is normally ON in order to isolate all supplies switch to ORFs These circuit breakers and RCDs are des
12. atically controlled shower valve which also fills the bath through a separate filler The shower in the en suite is also thermostatically controlled The temperature of the hot water from the shower valve when used as a shower or to fill the bath is limited to 42 degrees centigrade for your safety a legal requirement which cannot be exceeded It is recommended that an annual check is carried out to test the water temperature to ensure that the shower has not developed any faults and that the maximum hot water temperature identified above is maintained For more details please refer to the shower valve manufacturer s instructions contained in your Handover Pack Hot water temperature kitchen sinks and wash hand basins The hot water from your kitchen sink taps and wash hand basin taps can be very hot depending upon the settings of the hot water cylinder The hot water from the taps can initially have a low temperature as cooler water sitting in the pipes is discharged but can then become hot suddenly Appropriate care Should be taken to avoid risks of scalding Sanitaryware Taps Sanitaryware should be cleaned in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions which are enclosed in your Handover Pack The manufacturer of the bath recommends the use of an anti slip mat when using a shower installed over their bath KITCHEN Kitchen appliances kitchen sink kitchen units and worktops Please refer to the manufacturer s instructions contained
13. e used Hall cupboard doors are also fire resistant although they do not require overhead door closers when fitted with a lock Cleaning Instructions Clean the door with a liquid detergent we suggest a normal washing up detergent applied with a soft Sponge or soft cloth Wipe from top down to dry Handles should be cleaned with a soft non abrasive cloth and for stubborn stains mild soapy water may be used Care should be taken to avoid scratching the surface of the handles WALL TILING Wall tiles and in particular the grout between the tiles should be regularly cleaned using a proprietary tile grout cleaner in accordance with the cleaner s instructions Grout should be inspected and any areas which become loose should be replaced The sealant between the tiles and sanitaryware should be inspected and replaced as necessary ROOF SPACE Applicable to top floor flats only The attic space has not been designed to allow for storage Flooring the roof space and using the attic for storage may cause deflection in the roof structure Do not use the attic space for storage The attic has mineral wool insulation between and over the ceiling joists This insulation can cause skin irritation if in direct contact with the insulation If handling the insulation protective clothing is recommended Care should be taken if entering the attic space the ceiling plasterboard between the joists will not Support your weight and there may be
14. en Trade Contract Matt White Dulux Decorator Centre 01224 573044 Paint to woodwork skirting Dulux trade Eggshell Dulux Decorator Centre 01224 573044 boards facings etc Ceramic Tiles As client s choice Porcelanosa 0141 533 1002 Kitchen Units Worktops amp Hacker Rigid Built kitchen furniture Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 kitchen appliances Kitchens Inverurie Mirrored kitchen worktop Mirror splash backs Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 splash backs Kitchens Inverurie Ventilation extract fans Greenwood Holland House 01224 638129 Electrical switches sockets MEM Holland House 01224 638129 Bath Carron Quantum Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie Bath shower screen Merlyn Folding Screen Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie En suite Shower Screen Matki Radiance Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie Shower valve Hansgrohe Ecostats Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie Shower head and rail Hansgrohe Croma 100 Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie Sanitaryware Laufen Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie Taps Hansgrohe Chrome Laings Bathrooms Bedrooms 01467 626368 Kitchens Inverurie Boiler Worcester Bosch gas fired boiler Northern Heating 01224 663322 Heating and Hot Water Danfoss FP715Si electronic 2 ch
15. entry system will be maintained by the factor If a fault is found or suspected in the door entry system please report it to the factor Operating instructions for Door Entry Handset When a visitor pushes your flat number on the door entry panel beside the front door your handset will ring To speak to the visitor lift the handset and this will connect you to the door entry panel If you wish to let them into the building press the button marked with a key which will release the lock on the door The service button on the door entry panel is to allow access for postmen and the like to your building during a set time period to make deliveries The service button has been set for 7am to 11am When the Service button is pushed on the panel at the front door between these times it will automatically open the door Power failure in the event of a power failure the front door will automatically unlock this is to ensure that access for firemen or other emergency services is maintained if the door entry system is not working due to a power failure DOWN LIGHTS Your flat has recessed down lighters fitted The manufacturer recommends fitting their own brand replacement lamps in this fitting please refer to the manufacturer s information contained in your Handover Pack The manufacturer also recommends the following Always switch off mains supply before servicing fitting or replacing lamps Always check the lamp is correct for the a
16. f and in order for the sprinkler systems to remain effective they must have the full pressure of water available It should be noted that in a power cut the domestic water supply is shut off to maintain the maximum effectiveness of the sprinkler system FLAT ENTRY DOORS Introduction Your flat entrance door is a high performance fire rated security door set Door Closer The flat entry door has been fitted with a Briton overhead door closer to ensure that the door is self closing Occupants should not disconnect or otherwise restrict the operation of the overhead door closer as its function is to ensure that the flat entrance door closes by itself in order to maintain the fire resistant integrity of the flat Door Operating Instructions To lock the flat entry door from the inside lift the handle to activate the multi point locking and return it to the horizontal then turn the thumb turn fully towards the locking side of the door To open the door from the inside turn the thumb turn in the opposite direction To lock the door from the outside lift the handle and return it to the horizontal and turn key fully towards the locking side of the door Open the door by turning the key in the opposite direction Basic instructions for locking the doors can also be found on the edge of the door leaf NOTE Excessive force should not be required or used to lock and unlock the doors Cleaning Instructions Clean the door with a liquid detergent we
17. igned to trip if there is a fault in a circuit or if a faulty appliance is switched on This helps to prevent serious accidents that may result in damage and injury Under fault conditions these will be in the tripped position Off position To reset and for testing regime follow the manufacturer s instructions contained in your Handover Pack in particular refer to the Consumer Unit manufacturer s User Operating instructions which are contained in your Handover Pack We recommend that you have your electrical installation tested by an electrician every 5 years Note Electricity is dangerous and can kill If you are unsure of any aspect of your electrical installation please consult a qualified electrical contractor IF AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT FAILS A circuit may trip OFF If this happens you should follow the procedure set out below 1 Check with aid of torch if necessary whether the RCD mid position or MCB fully down is in the OFF position 2 Switch RCD press down then push to the fully up position or MCB to ON position 3 If the RCD does not re set switch off all the MCB s re set the RCD then switch on each MCB individually until the faulty circuit is identified 4 To identify the cause of the fault switch off all appliances in that circuit re set the RCD and MCB then switch back on each appliance until the defective appliance is found Please also refer to the Consumer Unit manufacturer s instructions
18. ith a sealed system However radiators feeling warm at the bottom but cold at the top would indicate that there is air in the radiator There is an air bleed point normally at the right top side of radiator Use an air bleeding key to turn clockwise to reduce air when the boiler is off Tighten securely after air is released Check pressure gauge on boiler if itis below that recommended in the manufacturers instructions then it will be necessary to top up the system See boiler user manual for the filling method instructions More information is contained in your NHBC Guide to your new home in Section 8 Tips RADIATOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All heating radiators can get hot when in use The temperature of a radiator is dependent upon the temperature of the system water and the various heating controls as described above These controls are set by the system installer and user Users should ensure that those who may come into close proximity to hot radiators are aware of the risks of burns Users should take any necessary steps to minimise the risks of burns from hot radiators for example where there are very young people in the room Where applicable consideration should be given to placing guards in front of the radiators or reducing the temperature of individual radiators by turning the thermostatic radiator valve to a low setting BOILER TYPE Worcester Bosch Gas Fired Greenstar i System Boiler The Installation Commissioni
19. ng and Servicing Instructions which includes commissioning and service record together with the User Manual for your Greenstar i wall hung RSF Gas Fired Condensing System Boiler is contained in your instructions package Please read the user instructions to familiarise yourself with the safety precautions controls and operating and maintenance requirements for your boiler Also contained in your instruction package is a copy of the Greenstar 60 100 flue installation manual this manual also contains important information regarding servicing and maintenance GAS SYSTEM Never obstruct gas boiler flue outlets or ventilation to the boiler Never tamper with the gas installation or equipment If you suspect a gas leak 1 Extinguish all naked flames 2 Do notuse any electrical switches or appliances 3 Turn off the gas at the meter meter location is identified later under Meter Locations 4 Open all doors and windows 5 Call the National Gas Emergency Service on its emergency number which is in the phone book Business listings under GAS Gas Emergency The current emergency number at date of preparation of this document is 0800 111999 This service operates 24 hours a day and 365 days a year There is no call out charge HOT AND COLD WATER SERVICES Mains Cold Water Service There is a single mains water service pipe serving all of the flats in your block which rises in the service duct in the stairwell The incoming cold water pi
20. on type of flat SCHEDULE OF TEST CERTIFICATES Including commissioning certificates records BOILER Installation commissioning and service record logbooks With your instruction manual package HOT WATER CYLINDER Megaflo product guide includes commissioning and service records with your instruction manual SCHEDULE OF MATERIALS Item Description Supplied by Tel No Windows Nordan Prefinished Timber Nordan UK Ltd Aberdeen 01224 854600 Internal Doors Premdor pre primed flush paint grade Orchard Timber Products Forfar 01307 474800 plus FD30 Internal door overhead door TS1500 size 3 4 overhead door Build Centre Ironmongery 01224 591777 closer where fitted closer complete with polished stainless steel cover cap Flat Entrance Doors Swedoor FD30S E6 Architectural Doors Windows 01236 780022 Ltd Cumbernauld Flat entrance door Briton 2130B overhead door closer size Build Centre Ironmongery 01224591777 overhead door closer 2 6 Internal finishings MDF Square Skirting boards and Orchard Timber Products Forfar 01307 474800 facings Internal Door ironmongery Internal door handles Marcus Build Center Ironmongery 01224 591777 transitions range GC5844 Catullo polished chrome lever on rose Bathroom thumb turn and release M Marcus GC0775 polished chrome thumb turn and release Paint to walls Glidden Trade Contract Matt White Dulux Decorator Centre 01224 573044 Paint to ceilings Glidd
21. pe to your flat tees off this service pipe riser The stopcock shut off valve which allows you to shut off your water supply to your flatis located at low level beside the hot water cylinder or in a hall cupboard location depends on type of flat There is also a water stopcock in the service riser which can shut off the water supply to your flat this is for use only by the water board in an emergency situation Tank Cold Water Service Not Applicable to your flat Hot Water Cylinder You have a Megaflo unvented Hot Water Cylinder installed in a hall cupboard or in the utility room location depends on flat type The Megaflo product guide which includes maintenance and servicing instructions and a user guide is contained in your Handover Pack Please ensure that you familiarise yourself with the operation and maintenance requirements for the hot water cylinder The Megaflo hot water cylinder must be regularly maintained in accordance with the instructions The Hot Water cylinder has been fitted with an electric immersion heater this immersion heater can be switched on by using the switch marked water heater which is located alongside the hot water cylinder the switch should normally be left in the off position This electric immersion heater is a back up system for providing hot water should a fault develop with your gas boiler Thermostatic showers hot water temperature of showers and bath Your bath is fitted with a thermost
22. pplication including its voltage and wattage Never exceed the maximum wattage Ensure the lamp is correctly located in the lamp holder SPRINKLER SYSTEM PLEASE ALSO REFER TO THE SEPARATE SHEETS DETAILING HOW THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM COMPONENTS OPERATE Your flat has an automatic life safety suppression system a sprinkler system installed for your safety The sprinkler system is a stand alone fire safety system and is not linked to the separate smoke detection system contained in your flat see above for more information on the smoke detector Smoke from for example burned toast may activate your smoke detector but it will not activate your sprinkler system it takes the direct application of a high heat such as from flames to activate the sprinkler system The sprinklers are hidden behind white cover plates in your ceiling When activated by a fire or other source of very high temperatures the cover plate will fall away and the sprinkler head will drop and Spray water the following points should be noted regarding the sprinkler system 1 Upon activation of any sprinkler head audible warning sounders will also activate in the flat with the activated sprinkler and also all the other flats in your block this is to warn you and other flat residents in the block that there is a fire in one of the flats 2 Once activated the sprinkler will operate until the water is shut off by using an isolating valve at the bottom of the sprinkler ri
23. selected Please refer to the Danfoss User guide in your Handover Pack for full details 4 Room Thermostat The room thermostat is located in the hallway the temperature should be set to meet your own requirements for the heating When the temperature setting is reached the thermostat will switch off the heating function of the boiler If you find your heating is not working check that the thermostat has not been turned down 5 Frost Stat integral part of the boiler The frost stat is an integral part of the boiler in severe weather conditions the frost stat can override the programmer and start up the heating system to warm the water in the boiler and pipework to prevent damage by freezing please refer to the boiler frost protection section in your boiler user manual for more information If you are intending to be away from home for a long period of time and there is a possibility of extremely cold weather while you are away another option is to shut off your heating and hot water system and completely drain it down If in doubt consult a plumber or heating engineer Central Heating Dealing With Faults Should your central heating or hot water fail to work or develop a fault please ensure that all of the procedures laid out in the boiler s user manual are followed before requesting a call out Failure to do this may result in a charge being made for an unnecessary call out Bleeding of Radiators This should not be required w
24. ser pipe only the factor can access the sprinkler shut off valve 3 Individual flats cannot be isolated from the sprinkler system for the system to operate as required the system must be live at all times 4 There is no maintenance required to the sprinkler pipework or sprinkler heads within the flats 5 You must not wallpaper or paint over the sprinkler head cover plates painting or wallpapering over these sprinkler head cover plates would impair their operation 6 You should not remove or otherwise handle the sprinkler head cover plates if you have any queries regarding the sprinkler system installed in your flat please contact the factor The type of sprinkler systems installed at Chapel and Summer Streets are mains water fed they do not have water storage tanks Each system incorporates a priority valve on the incoming water supply which is held open by a power supply from the sprinkler control panel In the event of the sprinkler system activating the priority valve shuts off the water supply to the domestic water riser pipe and diverts all water to the sprinkler system to ensure that the maximum possible flow of water is available to the sprinkler system As this is a life saving fire fighting system in the event of an electricity power cut to the building the priority valve will also automatically shut off the domestic water supplies the reason for this is that in a fire there is a good chance that the electricity will shut of
25. suggest a normal washing up detergent applied with a soft Sponge or soft cloth Wipe from top down to dry Handles should be cleaned with a soft non abrasive cloth and for stubborn stains mild soapy water may be used Care should be taken to avoid scratching surface of the handles Smoke Seals If any damage occurs to the door seals or threshold or to the intumescent strips surrounding the door part of the fire door protection or if any unequal gaps form between the door leaf and its frame then this must be repaired immediately INTERNAL DOORS All internal doors from the hallway to bedrooms or living room kitchens are fire resistant and are fitted with overhead door closers As with the flat entry door these door closers are for your safety and you must not disconnect or otherwise restrict the operation of the overhead door closer as its function is to ensure that the door closes by itself in order to maintain the fire security for the occupants These doors are also fitted with integral smoke and intumescent fire seals recessed into the door side and top frames the brush seals are to protect from smoke and must not be over painted as this will reduce their effectiveness The operation of the door closer and the integrity of the fire and smoke seals Should be checked periodically and repaired if any defect is found If replacing any of these internal door leafs a FD30 fire resistant door specification and fire rated ironmongery must b
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