Ekofires eko 2010, eko 2020 Installation And User Instructions Manual

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fuel effect gas fire

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Preliminary Notes Before Installation

This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance which provides radiant warmth utilising the
latest type burner technology.

The fire is designed to fit various types of fireplaces and natural draught flues as listed in the
Installation Requirements.

The appliance must be installed by a competent

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person in accordance with Gas Safety

(Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.

Read all these instructions before commencing installation.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and only used in a suffi­ciently ventilated space.

The appliance is designed for installation on to a non-combustible hearth of at least 300mm
depth.

This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the pressure stated on the appli­ance data plate.

This appliance is available in either a manual control version, or a battery powered remote con­trol version, with a number of fuel effect options. These instructions cover both control options,
and all fuel effect options. See the relevant sections of these instructions for further details.

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Please note : Except where otherwise stated, all rights, including copyright in the text, images and
layout of this booklet is owned by Focal Point Fires plc. You are not permitted to copy or adapt
any of the content without the prior written permission of Focal Point Fires plc.

[1] GB - Gas SafeTMregistered operatives (Northern Ireland only- CORGI registered operatives) are the only class of person considered as competent by the HSE under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use)
Regulations 1998.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

This fire is an Inset Live Fuel Effect Gas Fire providing radiant warmth. It is designed to operate
on Natural Gas only. See Data Plate on appliance.

It is the LAW that all gas appliances and fittings are installed by a competent

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person and in accor­dance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British Standards
for Installation, Codes of Practice and in accordance with the Manufacturers’ Instructions. The
installation shall also be carried out in accordance with the following regulations:

The Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, the Building Standards
(Scotland) (Consolidation) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department.

BS 5871 part 2

BS 5440 part 1

BS 8303

BS 1251

BS 6891

BS 6461 part 1

Failure to comply with these regulations could lead to prosecution and deem the warranty
invalid.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and used only in a suf­ficiently ventilated space. Consult all instructions before installation and use of this appli­ance. This appliance is intended for decorative purposes.

This appliance is free from any asbestos material. Refractories and coal bed are construct­ed from ceramic fibre.

Note : Remote control models only - This appliance features a battery-opearated remote control

system, and under normal usage will need new batteries approximately every twelve months.

Remote control Handset requirements - 1 x ‘PP3’ type (9 volt)
Reciever/motor unit requirements - 4 x ‘AA’ type (1.5 volt)

Refer to the appropriate section of these instructions for details of how to change the batteries.

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Contents

Important Notes
Appliance Data
Installation Requirements
Site Requirements
Ventilation
Flue Boxes
Unpacking the Appliance
Component Checklist
Preparing the Appliance
Preparing the Opening

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Gas Supply
Fitting the Firebox
Cable Fixing
Gas Connection
Fuel Bed Layout (coal versions)
Fuel Bed Layout (pebble versions)
Fitting Fireframe and Front
Testing & Commissioning
Operating the fire (manual versions)
Operating the fire (remote versions)
Servicing
Troubleshooting Guide

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Note - For Republic of Ireland, reference should be
made to the relevant standards governing instal­lation, particularly in regard to flue sizing and
ventilation. See IS813, ICP3, IS327 and any other
rules in force.

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[1] GB - Gas SafeTMregistered operatives (Northern Ireland only- CORGI registered operatives) are the only class of person considered as competent by the HSE under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use)
Regulations 1998.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

This appliance MUST NOT be installed into a room containing a bath or shower, or where steam
may be present. The fire has been designed to fit into a builders’ opening or fireplace conform­ing to BS 1251 (and meeting certain dimensional requirements), or a suitable flue box complying
with the constructional requirements of BS 715. The flue box must be installed onto a suitable
non-combustible insulating surface at least 12mm thick, covering the entire base area of the box.

The flue must have an effective height of at least three meters, as measured from the hearth to
the top of the flue. Any flue damper plates or restrictors should be removed and no other restric­tion fitted to the flue. Where removal is not practical, the restriction must be fixed in the fully
open position.

A natural draught flue system is required, and if previously used for solid fuel or oil burning, the
flue and chimney must be swept prior to appliance installation. The flue must be checked before
installation by using a smoke pellet or similar to ensure proper draw and that leakage is not evi­dent at any joints. Repair and re-test as necessary before the appliance is installed.

The flue must be connected to only one fireplace, and the flue must not vent more than one appli­ance (i.e. not shared with a gas back boiler). There must be no opening in the flue apart from the
one that the appliance is installed into, and the one venting the gases into the air. A suitable ter­minal may be fitted, such as class GC1, as regulations allow.

This appliance is suitable for use with a “lightweight” surround and back panel of 150ºC minimum
rating.

SITE REQUIREMENTS

The fireplace opening should be inspected and repairs made where necessary. Any chair brick or
fireback may be left in place, providing that the dimensional requirements for debris collection
and spigot clearance are met.

The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between 400mm and 460mm wide, and
540mm to 570mm high.

Opening DEPTH should be 210mm or greater. Opening DEPTHS include any plaster or infill pan­els which form part of the installation.

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APPLIANCE DATA

Manual Control Version Remote Control Version
Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H
Inlet Pressure 20mbar (+/- 2.0mbar) 20mbar (+/- 2.0mbar)
Max Energy Input (gross) 6.8kW 6.8kW
Min Energy Input (gross) 3.5kW 3.5kW
Pilot Energy Input (gross) 166W 166W
Setting Pressure (cold) 15.8mbar (+/- 1.5mbar) 15.8mbar (+/- 1.5mbar)
Main Injector Burner Stereo 81/Bray cat. 82/420 Stereo 81/Bray cat. 82/420
Gas Inlet Connection 8mm Inlet Restrictor Elbow 8mm Inlet Restrictor Elbow
Gas Control Valve Dungs BM 733/NGC 6802 Mertik Maxitrol GV34 Series
Ignition Integral Piezo spark Integral Piezo spark
Spark Gap 3.5 to 4.5mm 3.5 to 4.5mm
Weight 20 Kg 22 Kg

Please see Data Badge affixed to appliance for current data.

This appliance is for use only with the gas type, and at the pressure stated on the appli-

ance Data Badge, and is for decorative purposes.

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SITE REQUIREMENTS - continued

This appliance requires a natural draught flue system which may be one of the following;
225mm x 225mm (9in x 9in) brick or stone.

175mm (7in) minimum diameter lined brick or stone.

175mm (7in) minimum diameter twin wall flue conforming to BS 715.

Any existing under grate draught device must be sealed off.

The opening wall must be non-combustible and have adequate flat surface for appliance sealing.

The appliance requires a hearth with non-combustible surface of at least 12mm thick. The top sur­face must be at least 50mm above the surrounding floor level, or be surrounded by a raised edge
or fender 50mm high.

To enable the products of combustion to be cleared properly up the flue, the outlet on top of the
firebox must have a minimum 50mm clearance between it and the back wall of the opening or
other obstruction. The area immediately above the outlet must form a smooth path into the flue.
Any type of fire surround used with this appliance must be adequately sealed to the wall and floor.

A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the
dimensions given below.

A non-combustible shelf may be fitted to within 10mm of the top edge of the fireframe.
Combustible materials, such as wood, may be fitted to within 100mm (4in) of either side of the
frame of the appliance, providing the forward projection does not exceed 100mm (4in). Any
combustible side walls must be at least 500mm to the side of the radiant heat source.

As with all heating appliances, any decorations, soft furnishings, and wall coverings (i.e. flock,
blown vinyl and embossed paper) positioned too close to the appliance may discolour or scorch.

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A. Opening height: 540mm
min/570 mm max.
B. Opening width: 400mm
min/460mm max.
C. Mounting depth: 210mm
D. Hearth must extend minimum
of 150mm either side of the open­ing.
E. Hearth must extend minimum
of 300mm in front of the opening.
F. Non-combustible hearth must
be a minimum of 50mm in height,
or be surrounded by 50mm high
fender.
G. 500mm, this area must be flat
and vertical to ensure a good seal.
H. 585mm, this area must be flat
and vertical to ensure a good seal.

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Maximum depth of shelf Minimum distance from finished hearth

surface to underside of shelf

100mm (4in) 745mm (29 1/4 in)

150mm (6in) 845mm (33 1/4 in)

203mm (8in) 895mm (35 1/4 in)

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VENTILATION

No purpose provided ventilation is normally required for this appliance. The requirements of
other appliances operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when
assessing ventilation.

If spillage is detected when commissioning the appliance then amongst other problems there may
be insufficient natural ventilation for the correct operation of the flue. This is potentially a greater
problem should the property be of modern nature. If the appliance does not spill with windows
open but does with windows closed, this proves that lack of ventilation is the problem, if not, it
will be the flue at fault. Installation of an air brick is the best solution. Any ventilation fitted must
comply with BS 5871 part 2 and BS 5440 part 2.

Spillage detected during commissioning is almost always a result of poor flue performance, which
cannot be corrected by any amount of ventilation.

For Republic of Ireland ventilation may be required, see IS 813, ICP3, IS 327, and any other rules
in force.

PREFABRICATED FLUE BOXES

This appliance can be fitted into a number of proprietory flue boxes, provided that the minimum
dimensions given in the diagram below are complied with. The flue outlet of the fire must not
obscure the flue outlet from the flue box. A smooth path into the flue must exist.

Constructional Note: The frame of the fire, any back panel or other infill panel, and the flue box
must be sealed together so that there is no possibility of leakage between them. Adequate clear­ances to combustible materials (e.g. false chimney breast construction) must be maintained.

The manufacturers’ instructions for the fitting of the prefabricated flue box shall be com­plied with at all times.

Some flue boxes may require minor adaption when fitting the fire using the cable fixing kit.
The firebox, base of the flue box, and the hearth may be drilled to allow plugs and screws to
secure installation.

It is important that the sealing requirements of the appliance are met at all times and that the flue
box is well sealed to any back or infill panel.

Note: The DEPTH dimensions shown are inclusive of any back or infill panels.

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175mm min internal
dia twin wall flue tube

210mm min depth

400 mm min
opening width

540mm min
opening height

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UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE

Stand the carton right way up, cut the strapping bands and remove the top end cap. Read all the
instructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance.

Remove the box containing the fire front, and the bags and boxes containing the ceramic parts.
Remove the cardboard packing pieces, and any bags containing other fittings or parts. When all
loose parts have been removed, the outer sleeve may be lifted off to reveal the appliance. Check
that the components supplied correlate with the checklist given in section 7.1. Please dispose of
the packaging materials at your local recycling centre.

COMPONENT CHECKLIST

QUANTITY DESCRIPTION

1 Firebox and burner tray assembly.
1 Decorative frame, one of several finishes.
1 Fire front with separate ashpan cover, one of several designs and finishes.
1 Moulded ceramic fibre combustion matrix.

22 Individual ceramic coals (coal effect option only)
22 Individual ceramic pebbles (pebble effect option only)

2 Moulded ceramic front coal strip (coal effect option only)
2 Moulded ceramic front strip (pebble effect option only)
3 Ceramic radiant panels.
1 Set of manufacturers instructions and warranty card.
1 Cable fixing kit comprising; 2 cables, 2 tensioners, 2 clamps, 4 fixing eyes, 4 fibre rawl plugs.
2 Ceramic brick panel retaining clips
1 Remote control handset (remote control option only)
1 Pack of batteries (1 x ‘PP3’, 4 x ‘AA’) (remote control option only)
1 Self tapping screw pack
3 Lengths of self adhesive sealing strip.
1 Rubber grommet.

PREPARING THE APPLIANCE

Note: Ensure that the gas supply is isolated
before commencing installation of the appli­ance.

The fireplace opening and environment must be
in compliance with the specifications laid down
in the appropriate sections of these instructions.

Remove the appliance from it’s carton as
described previously and stand upon a dust
sheet or similar. Place the decorative frame, fire­front, ceramics and fixings safely to one side.
Remove the burner from the assembly by
releasing the two screws through the tray legs.
The tray is now free, and may be lifted away.

The three radiant panels may now be fixed inside the firebox. Select the
textured side of each panel and insert as follows; Lay the firebox on it’s
back. Lay the large rectangular panel onto the rear face of the firebox. The side panels should be
fitted by inserting their front edges into the pre-fitted retaining brackets on the front face of the
firebox. Gently align the side panels with the side of the firebox, over the top of the back panel
already in place. Make sure that the side panels are pushed up firmly to the roof of the firebox,
and back firmly to retain the back panel. Make small adjustments to line up the mortar lines if
required (brick patterned pads only). Secure the side panels using the small ‘Z’ shaped brackets
and screws provided. The screws should locate into the pre-punched holes in the sides of the fire­box.

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