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8.3In preparation

Ventilation for open-flued appliances

Calculating the free area needed for open-flued appliances in rooms.

BS 5440-2

This topic supports

  1. M08.3Calculate ventilation for open-flued and flueless appliances, in rooms and in compartments.

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Room ventilation requirements

Choose an appliance type and rating and see the required free area and vent position in a room.

Will demonstrate

  • Choosing appliance type and heat input
  • Calculating the required free area
  • Where vents should be positioned

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