Paragon FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC Owner's Manual
FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC
OWNER'S
MANUAL
Please read these instructions carefully before you start
using the appliance
Keep this booklet handy for future reference
This appliance is
for use in Great Britain or
IRELAND only
This appliance is
for use in GREAT BRITAIN or IRELAND only
A QUALITY PRODUCT FROM PARAGON FIRES
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CONTENTS
PAGE
USERS INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION ONE Introduction 3
SECTION TWO Operating Appliance 4
SECTION THREE Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout 5
SECTION FOUR Cleaning 8
SECTION FIVE General Points 9
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION SIX Appliance Data 10
SECTION SEVEN Regulations and Warnings 10
SECTION EIGHT Siting the Appliance 13
SECTION NINE To Install Appliance 14
SECTION TEN Checking Fire Operation 17
SECTION ELEVEN Maintenance 18
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SECTION ONE Important Information
Consumer Protection Information
As manufacturers and suppliers of heating products, we take every care, as far as is reasonably
practicable, that these products are so designed and constructed as to meet the general safety
requirement when properly used and installed. To this end, our products are thoroughly tested and
examined before despatch.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Any alteration that is not approved by the appliance manufacturer could
invalidate the approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and could affect your statutory
rights.
Health and Safety Notice
Important
This appliance could contain some of the materials, indicated below, that could be interpreted as
being injurious to health and safety. It is the users / installers responsibility to ensure that the
necessary personal protective clothing is worn when handling these materials, see below for
information.
Artificial Fuels, Mineral Wool, Insulation Material, Refractory/Ceramic Fibres, Glass Yarn - may
be harmful if inhaled, may be irritating to skin, eyes, nose and throat.
When handling avoid inhaling and contact with skin or eyes. Use disposable gloves, facemasks and
eye protection. After handling wash hands and other exposed parts. If a vacuum is used for cleaning
the coals or cleaning after servicing / installation it is recommended that it be of the type fitted with a
HEPA filter.
Disposal of refractory/ceramic materials. To keep dust to a minimum these materials should be
securely wrapped in polythene and be clearly labelled „RCF waste‟. These materials are not classified
as „hazardous waste' and should be disposed of at a site licensed for the disposal of industrial waste.
The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC is a decorative fuel effect appliance with a radiant heat conserver
box and glass panel for improved efficiency.
The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC incorporates a single gas control, which selects ignition pilot, and
variable settings between Low and High.
This appliance is intended for decorative purposes.
The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SC appliance is designed and tested to the requirements of the EN
509.
The appliance is for use on Natural Gas only.
The chimney or flue (unless new or previously used with a gas appliance) must be swept before
installation if it has been used for solid fuel.
WARNING
The glass front of this fire acts as a dress guard, conforming to BS 1945 (1997) however; a fireguard
conforming to BS6539 (1997) must be used to protect young children, the elderly or infirm.
Clothing or other combustible materials must not obstruct the slots at the top of the fire or the base of
the appliance.
SOFT FURNISHINGS
Care must be taken to prevent any damage being caused to surrounding soft furnishing or
decoration; e.g. many embossed vinyl wall coverings may become discoloured if placed too close to
the appliance. Combustible material i.e. wall panelling or wallpaper must be removed from behind the
fire and fire trim.
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SECTION ONE Important Information Continued
INTRODUCTION
The FOCUS HE SLIMLINE SLIDE CONTROL incorporates a single gas control, which selects
ignition pilot, and main burner low and high settings.
The appliance incorporates a safety device in the form of an Oxygen Depletion System, which
constantly monitors the oxygen in the room and will cause the fire to switch off if the oxygen level
reduces, for instance due to insufficient ventilation or a blocked flue. If this regularly occurs do not
attempt to relight the appliance until a qualified engineer has checked it, the problem may not be
due to lack of air or a defective flue.
A fire front (fret) must be used with this appliance.
In GB, the appliance must be installed by a competent person i.e. CORGI-registered, in
accordance with the GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS, The Building
Regulations (or The Building Regulations (Scotland) or The Building Regulations (Northern
Ireland)) and The Current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations, if appropriate.
In IE, the appliance must be installed by a competent person and installed in accordance with the
current edition of I.S.813 Domestic Gas Installation, the current Building Regulations and the
current ETCI rules for electrical installation, if appropriate.
The pilot can be left on or the pilot can be extinguished and relit each time the fire is used.
During the normal operation of the fire some black staining may appear on some parts of the fuel
bed. This is quite normal and adds to the appearance of the appliance. However, if excessive
black staining does occur it may be due to the fuel bed being incorrectly laid. This should be
checked prior to contacting a service engineer.
SECTION TWO Operation
Do not use the fire with the glass safety screen removed, or if the glass is cracked.
Do not use the fire with the canopy removed.
The pilot can be left on or the pilot can be extinguished and relit each time the fire is used.
The full lighting procedure is as follows: -
a. Push slide control lever down, as far as possible a clicking noise will be heard and pilot will light,
HOLD DOWN FIRMLY FOR ABOUT 20 SECONDS.
b. Allow the lever to spring up the pilot light should remain alight and the main burner should light on
its low setting.
c. Should the pilot fail to light, pull the lever fully up to turn off the appliance, wait 3 minutes, and
repeat the procedure (a &b). If the pilot does not light and no clicking noise is heard replace the
battery and try again.
d. After lighting the pilot flame and the main burner on its low setting the control lever may be lifted
until slight resistance is felt, this will put the burner on its high setting.
e. To completely extinguish the fire, pull the lever up past the resistance to its fullest extent. The fire
may be operated on either its low or high setting.
f. It is recommended that the appliance be operated on its high setting for a short period before
adjusting to the low setting.
g. If the ignition does not operate fit a new 9V battery (PP3/MN1602) to the ignition unit, located
behind the fret adjacent to the gas inlet pipe, and repeat ignition procedure prior to reporting a
fault.
Note: - If the ignition fails the pilot can be lit with a taper or a match held at the pilot head.
Remove fret for access and replace after lighting.
If the fire is extinguished for any reason wait 3 minutes before relighting.
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SECTION THREE Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout
Warning: - Before you clean any part of the appliance ensures that the appliance is turned off and
cold.
Important: - Refer to the ‘Health & Safety Notice located on page 3 of this booklet before
cleaning or replacing any refractory material.
The fuel bed components are delicate and they should be handled with great care.
The loose parts and moulded shapes may be removed for cleaning. They can be brushed very gently
with a soft brush to remove dust or any deposits.
A vacuum cleaner may only be used after the loose components and moulded shapes have been
removed.
CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO AVOID CONTACT WITH THE REFRACTORY LINING THIS IS A
DELICATE SURFACE AND SHOULD NOT BE WIPED OR RUBBED.
REMOVING GLASS PANEL
Remove the trim, which is held in position with magnets.
Remove the fret and ash pan cover.
Lift of the canopy and remove.
Remove the glass fixing clamp secure with three securing nuts and lift it out of the retaining
brackets. Take care to support the glass panel when removing the fixing clamp. The glass should
be place in a safe place to prevent damage.
Once the fuel bed has been laid reassemble in reverse order.
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SECTION THREE Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout
6 OFF “A” Coal Shapes
9 OFF “B” Coal Shapes
FUEL BED LAYOUT (COAL OPTION)
Ensure the REAR MATRIX is in position as shown
located against the rear edge of the burner outlet.
Locate the front Matrix as shown.
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SECTION THREE Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout Continued
Locate the first row of coals within the location points in
the front matrix.
Lay a second layer of coals as shown.
Lay the third layer of coals so that they bridge across
the first and second rows.
Refit glass panel, heat shield, canopy, trim and fret.
Note: The appliance MUST no be used if the canopy or
glass panel is missing or
damaged.
6 OFF “D” Pebble Shapes
9 OFF “B” Pebble Shapes
FUEL BED LAYOUT
(PEBBLE OPTION)
Ensure the REAR MATRIX is in position as shown
located against the rear edge of the burner outlet.
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SECTION THREE Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout Continued
Locate the Front Matrix as shown.
Locate the first row of Pebbles within the location points
in the front matrix.
Lay a second layer of Pebbles as shown.
Lay the third layer of Pebbles as shown.
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SECTION FOUR Cleaning
CLEANING: BRASS
The brass fret and brass effect fire surround trim may be cleaned with a clean damp cloth.
N.B The trim and fire front should be removed for cleaning. (The trim is held in place by magnetic
strips.)
CLEANING: BLACK PAINTED SURFACES
These surfaces should be dusted regularly and any marks removed with a soft cloth.
Abrasive or chemical cleaner should never be used for cleaning these surfaces.
GLASS CLEANING
Note: - The glass may discolour quickly when first installed, and it should be cleaned. This is
due to the burning off process of the refractory shapes.
From time to time it will be necessary to clean the glass panel. We recommend you use a Ceramic
hob cleaner these are available for all leading supermarkets: - i.e. ASDA, TESCO, SAINSBURY’S
Etc.
Brands of hob cleaning we have tested and found suitable are - HOB BRITE & VITRO CLEN.
Ensure that the appliance is cold before cleaning the glass.
To remove glass panel for cleaning:
Remove trim, which is held in position with magnets.
Remove the fret and ash pan cover.
Lift of the canopy and remove the refractory heat shield located in front of the glass panel.
Remove the glass fixing clamp secure with two wing nuts and lift it out of the retaining brackets.
Take care to support the glass panel when removing the fixing clamp.
Lay the glass panel down on a flat working surface on top of an old opened newspaper with the
side to be cleaned uppermost.
Follow the instructions on the Hob Cleaner Bottle.
On stubborn stains (where the appliance as been used for a long period without glass panel being
cleaned), use a new Brillo Pad well wetted with the Hob cleaner applied directly to it.
Ensure all the residues of the cleaner are removed with a damp cloth and the glass panel is
completely dry before fitting to the appliance.
Check that the coals are correctly placed before reassembling in reverse order.
Note: The appliance MUST no be used if the canopy or glass panel is missing or damaged.
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