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British Gas,
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Farnborough,
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Tel. (44) 0845 960 5040
The British Gas / Scottish Gas
Range of Gas Stoves
Operating & Installation Manual
PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
FOR USE IN COUNTRIES
GB & IE
Rev 9
(Beacon)
Beacon G.C. No. 32 075 36
Firemore G.C. No. 32 075 37
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of trouble free enjoyment.
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covered in this manual, please contact the British Gas dealer in
your area, or call our Technical support department on
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INTRODUCTION Page
Safety Notices 4
General Information 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Important Notices 5
Statutory Requirements 5
Certification 5
Technical Data 6
Fire Dimensions 6
Fitting The Reflective Panels 6
Arranging The Coals 7
Lighting & Controlling The Fire 8/9
INSTALLATION
Installing The Fire 10
Flue System 10/11
Fire Location 12
Combustible Shelf Clearances 13
Hearth Requirements 14
Connecting The Gas Supply 14
Pressure Test Sequence 14
Fire Testing 15
Final Installation Check List 16
SERVICING Page
Detail of Pilot Assembly 17
Door Trim and Fire Glass Fitting & Removal 18
Component Replacement 19
Replacement of the Door Seal 19
Regular Service 19
Annual Service 20
Cleaning Outer Services 20
Cleaning Door Glass 20
Fault Diagnosis 21
SPARE PARTS
General Components 22
Accessories and Options 22
Spare Parts List 23-26
SERVICE RECORD
Service Record 27
Final Factory Checklist 28
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CONTENTS
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References in this manual to British Standards and
Statutory Regulations and Requirements apply only
to the United Kingdom. For Ireland the rules in
force must be used.
Before installation, check that the local distribution
conditions, nature of the gas, pressure and the
adjustment of the appliance are compatible.
The manual is an important part of the appliance
and must by law be handed to the end user on
completion of the installation.
SAFETY NOTICES
# Do not attempt to burn rubbish or any other
material in this appliance.
# This fire must only be operated with the fire
door shut and secured.
# Do not use the appliance if the fire door is
cracked or broken.
# Do not make any unauthorized
modifications to the appliance.
# It is recommended that the fire be guarded
to protect the young and infirm using a
fireguard complying with BS8423 (2002).
# Coal set -The coal set contains Refractory
Ceramic Fibres (R.C.F), which are man
made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive
exposure to these materials may cause
temporary irritation to the eyes, skin and
respiratory tract. Care must be taken when
handling these items to ensure the release of
dust particles is kept to a minimum. To
ensure that the release of fibre from these
items is kept to a minimum, during
installation and servicing it is recommended
that a vacuum cleaner fitted with H.E.P.A.
filters is used to remove any dust, soot or
any other debris accumulated in and around
the appliance. This should be performed
before and after the installation. It is
recommended that any replacement item(s)
are not broken up but sealed within a heavy
duty polythene bag and clearly labeled
"R.C.F. waste". This is not classified as
"hazardous waste" and may be disposed of
at a tipping site licensed for the disposal of
industrial waste. Protective clothing is not
required when handling these items but it is
recommended that gloves are worn and
normal hygiene rules are followed.
Always wash your hands before eating or drinking.
# In the event of a gas emergency, consult the
telephone directory and ask for your local
gas supplier.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
All materials, appliances and equipment used
should be fit for their purpose, be of suitable
quality and workmanship and should comply with
the applicable British Standards.
Before continuing any further with the installation
of this appliance please read the following guide to
manual handling.
# Always obtain assistance when lifting the
appliance.
# When lifting always keep your back
straight. Bend your legs not your back.
# Avoid twisting at the waist. It is better to
reposition your feet.
# Avoid upper body/top heavy bending. Do not
lean forwards or sideways when
handling the fire.
# Always grip with the palms of your hands.
Do not use fingertips for support.
# Always keep the stove as close to the body as
possible. This will minimise the cantilever
action.
# Use gloves to provide additional grip.
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IMPORTANT NOTICES
A qualified gas engineer must carry out the
installation and servicing of this appliance in
accordance with these instructions and in
compliance with current Building Regulations.
Such person must be a registerd CORGI
engineer.
This appliance is designed to run on natural gas
only. Warning - Only use the appliance with the
specified gas.
The fire is fitted with a safety device to shut down
the appliance if there is inadequate flue draw. If the
fire shuts down for no apparent reason check
chimney and air inlets to the room. In all cases the
fire must not be re-lit until the safety aspects have
been checked by a qaulified gas engineer.
Please note the following:
# The safety device must never be put out of
action.
# Sealed components must not be interfered
with.
# Servicing instructions and part identification
numbers are given towards the back of the
manual.
# Only use genuine parts for replacements.
# Ventilation, purpose built ventilation is not
normally required for either appliance,
normal adventitious room ventilation being
sufficient.
# Coal Set see safety notices on page 4.
All surfaces except the control knob, the control
door handle and control door are considered to be
working surfaces.
Warning: Under no circumstances must the fire
be operated with the door open or if the glass is
cracked or broken.
Warning: If it is known or suspected that an
operational or ignition fault exists on the
appliance, it must not be used until it has been
investigated and corrected by a qualified gas
engineer.
Warning: THIS GAS APPLIANCE MUST BE
SERVICED EVERY TWELVE MONTHS BY A
QUALIFIED GAS ENGINEER.
STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS
The current Gas Safety (Installation and Use)
Regulations (as amended).
The Building Regulations for England and Wales
2000 ref Approved Document J 2002 edition
(issued by the DTLR).
The Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidation)
Regulations.
Detailed recommendations are outlined in the
current issue of the following British Standards:BS5440 parts 1 and 2, BS5871 part 1, BS6891.
Any Manufacturer's Instructions must not
be
taken as overriding statutory requirements.
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CERTIFICATION
This appliance is CE certificated for performance
and safety. Therefore, it is important that no
alteration is made to the appliance.
Any alteration not approved by the manufacturer
will invalidate the guarantee.
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FIRE DIMENSIONS
FITTING THE REFLECTIVE
PANELS
Beacon. The panels are already installed.
Firemore. The reflective panels supplied are to be
installed into the fire before the coal matrix is fitted.
The panels are hung on the lugs located inside the top
of the firebox on either side; the panel simply hooks
over the lug. The panels should be angled in line with
the bracket, so that the rear of the panels are pointing
towards the centre of the fire.
Once the reflective panels are fitted, arrange the
coals. See “Arranging the coals”
Category I2HFor use in GB and IE at a
supply pressure of 20mbar
TECHNICAL DATA
Beacon
Natural Gas
Main Burner
Injector
Max. Heat
Setting
Heat Input
(net)
3.3 kW
4.2 kW
Heat Ouput
(net)
Gas Rate
0.349
m3/hour
0.444
m3/hour
Cold Setting
Pressure
1.5mb
3.5mb
Min. Heat
Setting
2.0 kW
2.6 kW
Bray 82-700
Bray 82-700
Aeromatic
AC13/112511
(mod 263)
Aeromatic
AC13/112511
(mod 263)
2.2 kW
2.8 kW
Heat Input
(net)
Heat Ouput
(net)
1.4 kW 1.8 kW
Gas Rate
0.211
m3/hour
0.275
m3/hour
NOx CLASS
CLASS 4
CLASS 4
Firemore
Natural Gas
293mm
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ARRANGING THE COALS
Safety Notice - Please see SAFETY NOTICES
ref. Coal set page 4.
Warning: The coals and the coal matrices are
fragile and may break with misuse.
Ensure location is correct. Do not force the
matrix into position. If the coals and/or the coal
matrices are damaged they must be replaced
with genuine replacement sets.
Warning: An incorrect coal layout may cause
soot to build up inside the fire and therefore
invalidate the guarantee.
Step 1 Place the base matrix on the matrix plate
centrally between the end tabs of the location bar.
(Fig 3a)
Fig 3a
Step 2 Place the rear matrix cut out section over
the base matrix and centralise the assembly
between the end tabs of the location bar. Ensure the
rear matrix is pushed back against the location bar.
(Fig 3b)
Fig 3b
Step 3 Locate 2 off end coals each side of the base
matrix. (See underside of coals for hand
identification) (Fig 3c)
Fig 3c
Step 4. Place 3 large coals vertical between the
central cut outs of the base matrix and then lean the
coals back to rest on rear matrix. (Fig 3d and 3e)
Fig 3e
Step 5. Firemore only; Place the 2 small coals
each end of the 3 large coals.
(Fig3f)
Fig 3f
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LIGHTING & CONTROLLING
THE FIRE
Under no circumstance must the fire be operated with the fire-door open or if the glass is
cracked or broken.
Open the gas control access door situated at the
bottom of the appliance.
Step 1a. To ignite the pilot push the control knob in,
turn anti-clockwise towards the spark position and
hold in for 15 seconds. (Fig 4a)
Fig 4a
Step 1b. Keep the control knob pressed in and turn
anti-clockwise to the pilot position. (Fig 4b)
Fig 4b
Step 1c. Keep the control knob pressed in for a
further 15 seconds and then release. The pilot will
remain alight.
If pilot does not remain alight repeat this procedure.
Please note that when purging the gas supply it is
usual to have to keep the control knob depressed in
the spark position for longer periods of time.
Step 2. To ignite the main burner, rotate the control
knob anti-clockwise to the HIGH position (fig 4c)
Fig 4c
For maximum heat output leave the control knob at
the high position
For minimum heat output, rotate the control knob
clockwise to the LOW position. (Fig 4d)
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Fig 4d
Fig 4e
Step 3. To turn the main burner off while keeping
the pilot alight, rotate the operating knob back to
the PILOT position. (Fig 4e)
Fig 4f
Step 4. To extinguish the pilot, turn the control knob
to the OFF position. (Fig 4f)
Incorporated into the pilot assembly is a flame
failure device designed to shut off the gas supply in
the event of the pilot flame being extinguished
while the fire is unattended.
Should the pilot flame blow out accidentally or
intentionally whilst the fire is running, no attempt
should be made to re-light the gas for at least
three minutes.
To restart the fire turn the control knob to the off
position and repeat the lighting & controlling the
fire instructions.
The flame failure device is a safety feature required
by law and must not be put out of action by the
installer. If this device or any of its parts are to be
replaced, only original manufacturer's parts are to
be used.
Repeated operation of the flame failure device
indicates that there may be a problem with the flue
draw. In this situation no more attempts at
operating the appliance should take place and your
qualified gas engineer should be contacted to
investigate and rectify the problem.
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INSTALLING THE FIRE
Your CORGI qualified gas engineer should install
the fire in accordance with the following
regulations and standards:The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations
1998 (as amended).
The Building Regulations for England and Wales
2000 ref; Approved Document J 2002 edition
(issued by the DTLR).
The Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidation)
Regulations.
BS5440 parts 1 and 2 1990, BS5871 And these
Installation Instructions.
Warning: Failure to comply with the
regulations, requirements, or these instructions
will invalidate the guarantee and could have
hazardous consequences.
Please note that in tight recesses the gas supply
point may be inaccessible. Therefore it may be
necessary to connect the pipe for the gas supply to
the fire before installing the fire into its recess.
FLUE SYSTEM
The stove must be connected to a suitable and
efficient flue that provides a good updraught to
safely take the products of combustion (fumes)
from the stove outlet to the outside air. To ensure a
good updraught it is important that the flue gases
are kept warm and that the flue size suits the stove.
The termination of the outlet at the top of the flue
also needs to comply with the Building
Regulations. The minimum effective height of the
chimney must be at least 3 metres and when warm
the flue draught should be between 0.05 and 6mb
(0.5mm to 6mm water gauge).
The Beacon requires a minimum flue size of
100mm (4 inches) and the Firemore requires a
minimum flue size of 125mm (5 inches). If the
stove is being connected to a chimney with an internal flue size greater than 225mm (9 inches) diameter or 200 x 200mm square, a 125mm (5 inches)
diameter stainless steel flexible flue liner complying with BS 715 should be installed in the flue.
If a new chimney is being provided it should fully
comply with the relevant Building Regulation
Requirements and BS 5440: Part 1. Suitable types
of chimney include the following.
" Masonry chimney built with clay or
concrete liners, or a chimney block system meeting
Building Regulations.
" Precast concrete gas flue block complying
with BS 1289: Part 1
" Factory made metal chimney complying
with BS 715 (often called "Twin wall Class 2 chimney") or Factory made metal insulated chimney
complying with BS 4543: Part 2 (often called
"Class 1 prefabricated metal chimney"). To ensure
the flue gases are kept warm an insulated chimney
system should be used if the chimney is positioned
outside the building.
The flue must be terminated with a suitable
chimney pot or cowl and the chimney or flue shall
be swept prior to installation unless the previous
appliance was a gas appliance and the chimney is
clean and unobstructed.
The flue and chimney installation must be
carefully checked by a competent person before
fitting the stove to ensure it is suitable and will
work safely. The flue must also pass a Flue flow
(smoke test) to BS 5440: Part 1.
For advice on flues and chimneys contact;
NACE (National Association of Chimney
Engineer): telephone 0800 0924019
www.nace.org.uk
or
NACS (National Association of Chimney
Sweeps): telephone 01785 811732
www.chimneyworks.co.uk
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The British Gas fire is designed so that the flue can
be fitted to either the top or the rear of the
appliance.
Fit the flue spigot and blanking plate for either top
or rear flue outlet in accordance with figure 5a or
5b (below).
Lock the spigot in place by rotating anti-clockwise
and tighten by tapping gently with a block of wood
and mallet. Fit the blanking plate to the unused
opening in the same way. The units are sealed by
the attached gaskets.
REAR FLUE
Open Hearth
Fit and seal a ‘T’ section (with soot box) directly
into the flue spigot. The maximum horizontal
section allowed is 150mm.
Provide a minimum vertical height of 600mm of
flue from the height of the rear flue outlet. See
figure 6b.
Closure Plate
#Connect the flue spigot to the rear outlet.
#Connect a flue extension to the spigot.
#Fit the closure plate in fireplace.
#Position the fire so the flue extension passes
through the hole in the closure plate.
#Ensure all joints are suitably sealed.
See figure 6c.
Top Flue
Provide a minimum vertical height of 600mm of
flue measured from the top of the appliance. See
figure 6d.
Move the fire, with flue spigot in place, into
position under the flue and seal the spigot/flue
connection with fire cement. (Ref fig 5c).
It is recommended that a smoke test is performed
inside the fire to ensure that adequate flue draw is
evident.
Fig 6a
Fig 5a
Fig 5b
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fig 6b.
fig. 6c
fig 6d.
FIRE LOCATION
The appliance must not be installed in a room or
space, which contains a bath or shower.
This fire is designed for use with either top or rear
flue outlets and must be mounted on a hearth with
a minimum of 12mm non-combustible material
thickness.
There must be a minimum of 200mm clearance
from the sides of the fire to any combustible
sidewalls. Fig6a.
For clearance from the top of the fire to any
combustible shelf. Fig 6a. (See Graph 1).
There must be a minimum of 230mm from the
rear of the fire to any combustible back wall. Fig
6b.
With a Non-combustible back wall the fire can be
pushed back until the top diverter touches the wall,
although to improve access and air circulation a
minimum distance of 100 mm is recommended.
Reference non-combustible side walls a minimum
of 100mm is recommended.
Do not place any furniture or furnishings (including
curtains) within 1 metre of the fire.
non- combustible closure plate,
incorporating access for cleaning debris.
non- combustible closure plate,
incorporating access for cleaning debris.
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The minimum height from the extreme top surface of the fire to the underside of a shelf or other projection
made of wood or any other combustible material is shown on graph 1.
Graph 1.Combustible Shelf Clearances
The recommended minimum height from the extreme top surface of the fire to the underside of a non
combustible shelf is 100mm.
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HEARTH REQUIREMENTS
To comply with current Building Regulations the
fire must stand on a fireproof hearth, which has an
upper fireproof layer of 12mm non-combustible
material. If the rear of the fire is to be pushed up
against a surface it must be of a non-combustible
material.
The hearth must protrude at least 25mm in front of
the glass window and 150mm either side.
The hearth must not be capable of inadvertent
covering by a carpet or rug. This should be
achieved by either:
The hearth being 50mm above the level of the room
floor. A 50mm high fender or kerb being fixed
around the edge of the hearth.
CONNECTING THE GAS SUPPLY
Once the fire is in place it is then possible to
connect the gas supply. The gas supply point is
located at the rear of the appliance and should be
connected in accordance with the following
requirements.
Check that the appliance is suitable for the gas
supply; refer to data labels on packaging and/or the
fire for gas type. Note: Natural gas and Propane
(LPG) models are not interchangeable.
The gas installation must be in accordance with the
current issue of BS6891.Gas supply pressure at the
fire should be 20mbar for natural gas.
The gas supply should be connected with the
1/4"BSP nut and olive with 8mm tubing.
A maximum pipe run of 1.5 metres (or 5 feet)
should be adhered to and copper tubing may be
used provided a distance of 25mm is maintained
between pipe-work and any surface of the fire.
A gas service cock should be fitted adjacent to the
fireplace to enable safe removal of the appliance for
servicing. After fitting the supply, operate the gas
cock (supplied) and check all joints up to the
termination of the supply pipe for gas tightness
using a soap/water solution and the pressure drop
method.
To check the pressure to the burner it is
necessary to ignite the appliance and set to
'high rate'.
This is carried out by following instructions on
pages 8 and 9.
Cold setting pressures are in the Technical data
section on page 6.
The pressure test point is located through the hole
in the valve bracket marked 'test point',
See fig.7 below.
Fig 7
TEST SEQUENCE
ENSURE FIRE IS OFF
1. Open control door.
2. Loosen test point screw.
3. Connect hose of test equipment to test point
through the test point hole in bracket. (If necessary
open fire door and remove coal set, base matrix
plate and heatsheild. Close door on completion)
4. Turn on fire and set flame on high.
5. Take reading.
6. Turn fire off.
7. Remove test equipment hose.
8. Re-tighten test screw (If necessary replace
heatsheild, matrix plate and coal set).
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Pressure test
point
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FIRE TESTING
Flame failure device testing
Step 1 Ignite the appliance in accordance with
page 8 and 9 and run for 60 seconds.
Step 2 Turn the appliance off to extinguish the
pilot, listen for a snap at the control valve. This
should occur within 60 seconds of the pilot flame
being extinguished. The snap sound will be the
magnet disengaging, and thus shutting off the flow
of gas to the pilot and burner.
Spillage Test
A qualified gas engineer should Perform a spillage
test as follows:
Step 1. Close all doors and windows.
Step 2. Light the appliance and set to the high rate.
Step 3. Allow the fire to warm up for 10 minutes.
Step 4. Position the smoke match at the back of the
fire centrally beneath the draught diverter as shown
in fig 8.
All of the smoke should be drawn into the fire.
If this does not occur the appliance must be
disconnected and the flue checked.
Step 5. If there is an extractor fan in any room,
this must be turned on and any doors between it
and the fire left open, repeat the spillage test.
Repeated operation of the spillage monitoring
system indicates that there maybe a flue draw
problem. In this situation no more attempts at
operating the appliance should take place.
Warning: The spillage monitoring system is a
safety feature required by law and must not be
adjusted or put out of action by the installer. If
the spillage monitoring system or any of its parts
are to be replaced, only original manufacturers
parts are to be used.
Fig 8
Note: The fire will give off non-toxic fumes when
first used. This is perfectly normal and is due to the
paint curing, it will disappear after
the first few hours. Once the spillage test is
complete open windows and doors to ventilate the
area.
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INSTALLATON CHECK LIST
CHECKLIST
Hearths, Fireplaces, Flues and chimneys
This checklist is to ensure hearths, fireplaces, flues and chimneys are satisfactory, and to show what you have done to comply with the
requirements of The Building Regulations 2000 Approved Document J 2002.
1. Building address, where work has been carried out.......................................................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................
2. Identification of hearth, fireplace chimney or flue
3. Firing capability: solid fuel/gas/.
4. Intended type of appliance.
State model and output.
5. Ventilation provisions for the appliance:
State type and area of permanantly open vents.
6. Chimney or flue construction
a) State the type or make and whether new or existing.
b) internal flue size (and equivelant height, where
calculated - natural druaght gas appliances only).
c) If clay or concrete flue liners used confirm that they are
correctly jointed with socket end uppermost and
state jointing materials used.
d) If an existnig chimney has been refurbished with a
new liner, type or make of liner fitted.
e) Details of flue outlet terminal and diagram reference.
Outlet Details:
Complies with:
f) Number and angle of bends.
g) Provision for cleaning and recommended frequency.
7. Hearth. Form of construction. New or existing?
8. Inspection and testnig after completion
Tests carried out by:
Tests and results
Flue visual
inspection sweepnig
coring ball
smoke
Appliance (where included) spillage
I/we the undersigned confirm that the above details are correct. In my opinion, these works comply with the relevant requirements in
Part J of Schedule 1 to the Building regulations.
Print name and title....................................................................................................Profession..........................................................................
Capacity......................................................................................................................Telephone..........................................................................
Address............................................................................................................................................................Postcode.......................................
Signed........................................................................................................Date.................................
Registered membership of..(e.g. CORGI, OFTEC, HETAS, NACE, NACS)............................................
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DETAIL OF PILOT ASSEMBLY
It is strongly recommended to leave the pilot on
permanently. This will keep the fire and its
components, including the ceramic coal set in a
warmer state and give instant ignition to the burner.
This in turn will reduce condensation in the
chimney and any flue problems associated with
this.
Fig. 9
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DOOR TRIM
The British Gas range of fires are fitted with a
silver trim as standard. This clips on to the small
lugs at the top and bottom of the aperture in the cast
iron fire door, as a "spring fit". When fitted, the trim
locks the glass retaining clips in position. (Fig 10)
The fire door should be removed so that the above
operations can be carried out on a workbench or
similar. Remove the door by GENTLY tapping the
door upwards; this will lift off of its hinges.
FIRE DOOR GLASS
If necessary the glass can be removed as follows
Step 1 Remove the silver trim by pressing on the
curved edge at the top until the trim can be disengaged from the lugs.
Step 2 Slide the two glass retainer clips on one side
only, inwards, towards the centre of the door as far
as they will go.
Step 3 Pull this side of the glass away from the door
casting, easing the tags on the glass retaining clips
past the edge of the aperture in the door casting.
Step 4 Remove the glass completely. Store glass
retaining clips and white gasket (if sound) safely
for re-use.
Step 5 Follow this procedure in reverse to fit
replacement door glass or gasket.
Trim Fit. Fig 10
Glass Fit. Fig 11
GASK ET
FIRE DO OR
GLASS
GLASS CLIP
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COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
Step 1 Ensure the fire is cold. Turn off the gas
supply at the gas service cock.
Step 2 Remove the coals.
Step 3 Remove the rear matrix plate, undo the
three retaining nuts.
Step 4 Remove the control valve heat shield.
Undo the two retaining screws located
on the left-hand side of the shield.
Slide the heat shield backwards and lift out
carefully. Do not damage the covering.
Step 5 Disconnect the gas supply pipe at inlet
to fire.
Step 6 Remove the gas control knob (pull off)
and remove the M15 control valve
retaining nut (17mm spanner).
Step 7 To remove the burner bracket, burner and
control valve assembly, undo the two
retaining screws located on the front ledge
of the appliance.
After component replacement, ensure that a
check on the gas tightness of any new joint is
made by using a soap/water solution.
REPLACEMENT OF THE DOOR
SEAL
Step 1 Remove the door, by opening the door and
gently tapping the door upwards, this will
lift the door off of its hinges.
Step 2 Remove the old door seal and old
adhesive, using a wire brush ensuring that
the surface is clean and dust free.
Step 3 Apply the new adhesive to the door
casting.
Step 4 Starting at one end press the new door seal
into the adhesive, continue around the
door, making sure that the two ends of the
seal are touching. Cut off any excess seal.
Step 5 Allow the adhesive time to cure
(approximately 2 hours depending on the
adhesive).
Step 6 Carefully refit the door and close.
REGULAR SERVICE
See "SAFETY NOTICES" ref coal set page 4.
Any soot or debris should be removed from the
fuel bed regularly by the user.
Step 1 Isolate the gas supply to the fire using
the gas cock supplied at installation.
Step 2 With the appliance cold, open the main
door by turning the handle through
180° degrees.
Step 3 Carefully remove and clean the fuel effect
coals of any soot deposits with a soft
brush.
Step 4 Remove any soot deposits from inside
the fire using a vacuum cleaner.
(See note under ‘Coal set’ on page 4)
Step 5 Replace the coal set as described in
"Arranging The Coals" on page 7.
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ANNUAL SERVICE
THIS GAS APPLIANCE MUST BE SERVICED
EVERY TWELVE MONTHS BY A QUALIFIED
GAS ENGINEER.
See "SAFETY NOTICES" ref coal set page 4.
Step 1 Isolate the gas supply to the fire using
the gas cock supplied at installation.
Step 2 With the appliance cold, open the main
door by turning the handle through
180° degrees.
Step 3 Carefully remove and clean the fuel effect
coals of any soot deposits with a soft
brush.
Step 4 Inspect chimney and flue terminal
ensuring they are in good working order
and sweep as nesscersary to ensure no
debris blocks the flue. Please note
periodic chimney sweeping is vital gas
fire maintenance.
Step 5 Remove any soot deposits from inside
the fire using a vacuum cleaner.
(See not under ‘Coal set’ on page 4)
Step 6 Inspect the pilot assembly to ensure
that it is clean, unobstructed and in
good order.
Step 7 Check system for gas soundness
Step 8 Replace the coal set as described in
"arranging the coals".
Step 9 Carry out spillage test as per instructions
on page 15.
CLEANING OUTER SURFACES
To clean the outside first the appliance must be
cold.
The outside finish of the fire is a durable high
temperature paint, this will give off a slight odour
during the first few days of operation. It is best
cleaned by using a soft brush. Do not allow
moisture to remain on the fire whilst cold or surface
rust may occur.
CLEANING DOOR GLASS
To clean the door glass the applianc must be cold.
Open the main door by turning the handle through
180Odegrees. When cleaning the inside of the door
glass care should be taken that no damage is caused
to the door sealing gasket.
# PLEASE NOTE
FIREDOOR HANDLE
Please note the fire door has no thread to secure it
to the locking spindle.
The handle is desgned to be a loose fit to ensure the
handle is not left in the door when the fire is
running.
This is a safety issue to ensure the fire door remains
shut and can not be inadvertently opened when the
fire is running.
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SERVICING
Is the gas supply
turned on?
Does the pilot
ignite?
Ye s
Does the pilot
stay alight?
Ye s
Does the main
burner light?
Ye s
Fire satisfactory
No
Is their air in the
system?
Ye s
Is the main
injector blocked?
Ye s
Clean and
replace as
necessary
Is the supply
pressure correct?
No
Is the
thermocouple
o.k.?
No
Is the flue
blocked?
Carry out
smoke test
Is their a spark at the
electrode?
No
Is pilot injector
obstructed?
Clean
No
No
No
Turn gas on
Purge system
Ye s
Correct
pressure
No
Correct
alignment or
replace
No
Ye s
Check piezo
igniter
Ye s
Check to ensure the
pilot assy is not
obstructed or faulty
Ye s
No
Has spillage
monitoring
system been
activated?
Ye s
Investigate flue
systems
Ye s
No
Check all pipe
connections
check main valve
magnet
No
Confirm supply
pressure is correct
FAULT DIAGNOSIS
START
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GENERAL COMPONENTS
Spare parts can be obtained by contacting the
supplier of the fire.
Fire Body Ancillary Components.
Only use genuine parts.
ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS
Elegant stands
Are available for the complete Beacon and
Firemore range.
Paint- Matching aerosol paint to tone in any
conecting flues, pipes or surrounding metalwork
Add on Canopies
Beacon - Low available only
Size: 405mm wide x 335mm deep.
Raises the fire approximately 150mm.
Firemore - High and low are available.
Size:-475mm wide x 345mm deep
High. Raises the fire approximately 240mm
Low. Raises the fire approximately 180mm.
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SPARE PARTS
1. Firemore Coal Set
AFGS088
AFGS088A
AFGS089 AFGS089
AFGS090 AFGS090
AFGS091A AFGS091
AFS1042 AFS1042
AFS047 AFS047
1a. Beacon Coal Set
2. Co-pilot
Assembly
3. Elbow Injector
4. Gas Control
Valve
5. Control Door
Magnet.
6. Hinge Kit To Fit
Both Doors
Comprises 2 Hinges
& 4 Fixings Per Set.
Part Description
Visual Aid
(not to scale)
Beacon
Part No.
Firemore
Part No.
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SPARE PARTS
7. Fire Door
Locking Assembly
AFGS103 AFGS103
AFGS101 AFGS101
AFGS092A AFGS092
AFGS080 AFGS080
AFS094A AFS095
AFGS097C AFGS037C
AFS069 AFS088
8. Control Door
Handle Assembly
9. Burner & Fixing
10. Pipe Set
Complete With
Connectors
11. Decorative Door
Surround
12. Main Door
Assembly Complete
With Handle, Glass,
Gaskets, Clips and
Seal.
13. Glass
Replacement Kit
Complete With
Glass, Gaskets &
Clips
Part Description
Visual Aid
(not to scale)
Beacon
Part No.
Firemore
Part No.
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SPARE PARTS
14. Gasket Kit Inc.
Clips
AFS070 AFS089
AFGS064 AFS010
AFGS063 AFGS040
AFGS106
15. Hotplate
16. Flue Outlet
Spigot
17. Fire Door Rope
Kit With Door Rope
Glue.
18. Flue Spigot and
Hot Plate Gasket.
19. Beacon
Reflective Panels
19a. Firemore
Reflective Panels
Part Description
Visual Aid
(not to scale)
Beacon
Part No.
Firemore
Part No.
AFGS082
AFGS062
AFGS105
AFGS1071
AFGS1071
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SPARE PARTS
20. Large Ceramic
Panel
AFGS093
AFGS093
AFGS094 AFGS094
AFGS025 AFGS025
21. Small Ceramic
Panel
22. Gas Tap
Part Description
Visual Aid
(not to scale)
Beacon
Part No.
Firemore
Part No.
23. Fire Door
Locking Handle
AFGS104
AFGS104
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Should you have any questions about your gas fire that is not covered in this manual please contact your
British Gas retailer.
Please keep all repair receipts safely.
Please ensure you have this manual available when an engineer visits as they will complete the service record
chart.
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SERVICE RECORD
Date of Visit
Company Work Carried Out Signature
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FINAL FACTORY CHECK LIST
QUALITY
FINISH
COAL SET
GAS SERVICE COCK
REFLECTIVE PANELS
DOOR HANDLE
FLUE OUTLET
HOTPLATE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Model..................................
Serial No.............................
I’ve checked it
and it’s O.K.
Assembled by.............................
Checked by ................................
Date of Purchase....................................
Name and address of supplier.......................................................................
.......................................................................................................................
.......................................................................................................................
* Please ensure installer completes INSTALLATION CHECK LIST details
on page 16 of this manual.
This product is exclusively manufactured for British Gas/Scottish Gas by Valor.
For service please telephone British Gas on 0845 960 5040.
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