AS NZS 5263.1.8:2021 pdf free download – Gas appliances Part 1.8: Decorative effect gas appliances

AS NZS 5263.1.8:2021 pdf free download – Gas appliances Part 1.8: Decorative effect gas appliances.
For Australia, the fuel gases are natural gas (as described by AS 4564), town gas. liquefled petroleum gas (L,P Gas, as described by AS 4670), simulated natural gas (SNG) and tempered liquefied petroleum gas (TIP).
For New Zealand, the fuel gases are natural gas (as specified in NTh 5442) and general product liquefied petroleum gas (NZLPG) (as specified In NZS 5435).
NOTE I Space heating appliances are not covered by this Standard hut are covered by the requirements of
AS/NZS 5263.13.
NOTE 2 Indoor flueles.s appliances are not covered by this Standard.
NOTE 3 ApplIances falling within the scope ofAS 2658 are not covered by this Standard.
NOTE 4 Other statutory or regulatory requirements may be applicable to a product that falls within the scope of this Standard- It is the responsibility of the manufacturer, importer or distributor (as appropriate) to ensure that products conform to such requlrementL
Test methods are set out in Appendices ZA. LB and ZC (see Clause 1.4).
1.1.2 Application
This Standard Is complementary to, and Is intended to be used in conjunction with AS/NZS 5263.0. The requirements given herein shall take precedence over corresponding requirements in that Standard.
AS 3645 specIfies essential requirements for gas equipment that requires regulatory approval before sale. This Standard, together with AS/NZS 5263.0, is intended to provide a means of demonstrating conformance to AS 3645.
1.2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document.
NOTE Documents for Informative purposes are listed In the Bibliography.
AS 4566. Flue cowls — Gas uppliances
AS 4567, TWin wall metal flues — Gas appliances
AS/NZS 5263.0, Gas appliances, Flirt 0: General requirements
1.3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this Standard the terms and definitions given in AS/NZS 5263.0 and the following apply:
5.4.2 Appliance operating conditions
The appliance shall be operated with normal test gas pressure at the appliance in let with the thermostat, if fitted. set at maximum for not less than 1 h or until thermal equilibrium is reached.
The room or return air thermostat sensor shall not be allowed to reduce input.
5.4.7 Temperature limits — Protection from contact with the heat source
5.4.7.2 Temperatures of unguarded surfaces (Australia only) Where not protected by a primary guard:
(a) For all working surfaces with an open area less than 85 % of the total area of the working surface, the temperature shall not exceed 200°C above ambient.
(b For all heat sources and exposed surfaces within 25 mm of working surfaces, the temperature shall not exceed 200 °C above ambient.
(c) For all exposed surfaces, except working surfaces and surfaces within 25 mm of a working surface, the temperature shall not exceed 95 °C above ambient.
For T’pe 1 appliances, the temperature of unguarded surfaces that lie behind the face of masonry fireplaces shall not be measured.
5.5 Heat resistance of appliance
This Clause of AS/NZS 5263.0 applies, except as modified below.
5.5.1 Resistance to temperatures
5.5.1.2 Test conditions
The appliance shall be operated continuously at overload gas consumption For 100 cycles of 2 h on and 1 hoff with the thermostat. If fitted, set at maximum.
5.5.1.3 Assessment
After operation in accordance with Test Method ZC.9. the appliance shall function normally and satisfy the requirements listed under this Clause of AS/NZS 5263.0 and there shall be no accumulation of carbon that adversely affects the appliance performance or aesthetics.
5.6 Durability
This Clause of AS/NZS 5263.0 applies.
5.7 Electrical supply variation or failure This Clause ofAS/NZS 5263.0 applies.
5.8 Appliance operation under linting conditions This Clause of AS/NZS 5263.0 applies.