Standard for Unvented Alcohol Fuel Burning Decorative Appliances

Note: The scope of this Notice of Intent (originally published on August 11, 2020) was updated by the responsible SDO on August 20, 2024.

Note: The scope for this NOI (originally published on August 11, 2020) was updated by the responsible SDO on August 29 2023.

1.1     These requirements apply to factory-built unvented decorative appliances, that burn liquid or gelled alcohol-based fuels, and are intended to be fixed, non-moveable appliances, including only the following:

a)     Floor-mounted appliances;

b)     Wall-mounted appliances;

c)     Free-standing appliances

d) Fireplace grates installed in existing masonry fireplaces, and rated below 40,000 Btu/h (11.7 kW) output; and

e)     Appliance combustion chambers installed into site-built enclosures.

1.2     These appliances are intended to be decorative in nature and not intended to be utilized as a primary heat source. These appliances are limited to a maximum fuel input rate of 0.25 US gal/h (0.95 L/h).

1.3     Floor-mounted, wall-mounted and free-standing appliances include an integral enclosure, fire chamber and fuel reservoir, or combination unit, and provision for refueling.

1.4     These appliances are not intended for:

a) Use with fuel oils, kerosene, gasoline, and other non-alcohols;

b) Use in spaces in which flammable vapors or gases may be present;

c) Use as cooking appliances;

d) Use in conjunction with blower assemblies;

e) Installation in a bathroom; or

f) Installation in a room where sleeping accommodation is provided.

1.5     These appliances are intended for installation in occupancies where use is permitted by local codes, such as:

a)      NFPA 1, Uniform Fire Code;

b)      NFPA 101, Life Safety Code;

c)      The National Building Code of Canada; and

d)      The National Fire Code of Canada,

as applicable.