Valor 347 Helmsley Installation And Owner's Manual

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Model 347

RADIANT / CONVECTOR GAS FIRE

Fitted with the following fascia

Helmsley

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INSTALLATION AND OWNER GUIDE

We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is required, our Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.

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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20).

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS THIS FIRE TO BE CONVERTED TO LPG.

AN LPG KIT DOES NOT EXIST FOR THIS GAS FIRE.

THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED

KINGDOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).

Safety First.

Valor Fires fires are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British

Standards and Safety Marks.

Quality and Excellence.

All Valor Fires fires are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and

excellence and are manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted

by the British Standards Institute.

The Highest Standards

Valor Fires is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council)

that work to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance.

Careful Installation

This gas fire must be installed by a competent GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer

(CORGI or GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer outside of UK) in accordance with our

installer guide and should not be fitted directly on to a carpet or floor of combustible

material.

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FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 29 TO 44

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CONTENTS

Section Heading Page

INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 28 OWNER GUIDE 29 - 43

1. SAFETY 7

2. LIST OF ACCESSORIES 7

3. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 8

3.1 Appliance data. 8

3.2 Efficiency. 8

4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 9

4.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 9

4.2 Ventilation. 10

4.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD). 10

4.4 Room considerations. 10

4.5 Chimney preparation. 11

4.6 Fireplace preparation. 11

4.7 Fireplace clearances. 12

4.8 The Flue spigot. 13

4.9. The hearth. 14

4.10 Installation options. 14

4.10.1 Conventional fireplace. 14

4.10.2 Precast flues. 14

4.10.3 Wall mounting to conventional or pre-cast flues. 15

4.10.4 Metal flue box. 16

4.11 Flues. 16

5. PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 17

5.1 Unpacking. 17

5.2 Appliance preparation. 17

5.3 Fitting the battery to electronic ignition model 18

5.4 Checking the ignition 18

5.4.1 Electronic ignition 18

5.5 Fireplace flue pull. 18

5.6 Fit the closure plate. 19

6. APPLIANCE INSTALLATION 20

6.1 Installing to a hearth. 20

6.2 Wall mounting. 20

6.3 Gas supply connection. 20

6.4 Radiants installation. 20

6.5 Flue restrictor adjustment. 21

Continued on next page

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CONTENTS (Continued)

Section Heading Page

7. CONTROL AND PRESSURE CHECKS 22

7.1 Check control settings. 22

7.2 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. 22

7.3 Check reference pressure. 23

8. FASCIA FITTING 23

9. SPILLAGE CHECK 24

10. FINAL REVIEW 25

11. SERVICING AND PARTS REPLACEMENT 26

11.1 To replace radiant(s). 26

11.2 To remove the fascia. 27

11.3 To replace the pilot unit. 27

11.4 To remove the complete burner module, pipes and pilot. 28

11.5 To grease the gas tap. 28

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1. SAFETY

Installer

Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling:

- The lifting weight of this appliance is

- One person should be sufficient to lift the fire. If for any reason this weight is

considered too heavy then obtain assistance.

- When lifting always keep your back straight. Bend your legs and not your back.

- Avoid twisting at the waist. It is better to reposition your feet.

- Avoid upper body / top heavy bending. Do not lean forward or sideways whilst

handling the fire.

- Always grip with the palm of the hand. Do not use the tips of fingers for support.

- Always keep the fire as close to the body as possible. This will minimise the

cantilever action.

- Use gloves to provide additional grip.

- Always use assistance if required.

This appliance does not contain any component manufactured from asbestos or asbestos related products.

15.0 kg.

2. LIST OF ACCESSORIES

Description Part number

Spigot extension 0595191

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3. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY

3.1 Appliance data.

The appliance information label is on the inner face of the back panel at the lower left hand side. It is visible when the fascia is removed.

Gas Natural (G20)

Inlet Pressure 20mbar

Input - Max. (Gross) 5.5 kW (18,767 Btu/h)

Input - Min. (Gross) 1.57W (5,357 Btu/h)

Burner Test Pressure (Cold) 17.95 + 0.75mbar (7.2 + 0.3in w.g.)

Gas Connection 8mm pipe

Burner Injector - Upper (Centre Radiants) Cat 28 - 170

Burner Injector - Lower (Outer Radiants) Cat 28 - 170

Pilot & Atmosphere Sensing Device OPNG9093

Ignition Electronic (Mounted on gas valve)

Aeration Non-adjustable

3.2 Efficiency.

The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS 7977 - 1 and the result is as below:

Model

347 Helmsley 73

The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by Advantica Certification services (0087). The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government's Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.

The conversion of net efficiency to gross was achieved by multiplying the net efficiency by the following conversion factor from Table E3 of SAP 2005, rounding down to the nearest whole number.

Efficiency % (Gross)

Gas Conversion factor from net to gross efficiency

Natural Gas 0.901

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4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Regulations, Standards and Law.

The installation must be in accordance with these instructions. For the user’s protection, in the United Kingdom it is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations. Failure to install the appliance correctly could lead to prosecution. GAS SAFE REGISTER and CORGI require their members to work to recognised standards. In the United Kingdom the installation must also be in accordance with:

- All the relevant parts of local regulations.

- All relevant codes of practice.

- The relevant parts of the current editions of the following British Standards:-

BS 715 - Specification for metal flue boxes for gas-fired appliances not

exceeding 20kW. BS EN 1806 - Chimneys – Clay/ceramic flue blocks. BS 5440 Part 1 - Flueing and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not

exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases).

Specification for installation of gas appliances to chimneys and

for maintenance of chimneys. BS 5440 Part 2 - Installation and maintenance of flues and ventilation for gas

appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd

and 3rd family gases). BS 6891 - Installation of low pressure gas pipework of up to 35mm (R1

¼) in domestic premises (2nd family gas) - specification. BS 1251 - Fireplace components. BS EN 1856 Part 1 - Chimneys – Requirements for metal chimneys. BS 5871 Part 1 - Specification for the installation and maintenance of gas fires,

convector heaters, fire/back boilers and decorative fuel effect

gas appliances. Gas fires, convector heaters, fire/back boilers

and heating stoves (2nd and 3rd family gases). BS EN 1858 - Chimneys – Components – Concrete flue blocks. BS EN 15287 Part 1 - Chimneys. Design, installation and commissioning of

chimneys. Chimneys for non-room sealed heating appliances.

- In England and Wales, the current edition of the Building Regulations issued by

the Department of the Environment and the Welsh Office.

- In Scotland, the current edition of the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations

issued by the Scottish Executive.

- In Northern Ireland, the current edition of the Building regulations (Northern

Ireland) issued by the Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland.

- In the Republic of Ireland the installation must be carried out by a competent

person and installed in accordance with:

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a) The current edition of IS 813 “Domestic gas installations”. b) All relevant national and local rules in force.

c) The current building regulations. Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.

4.2 Ventilation.

Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5440 Part 2 and in IE reference should be made to the current edition of IS 813 “Domestic gas Installations” which makes clear the conditions that must be met to demonstrate that sufficient ventilation is available.

4.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD).

The appliance is fitted with an A.S.D (Atmosphere sensing device). If the appliance closes down after a period of operation for no apparent reason, the consumer should be informed to stop using the appliance until the installation and appliance have been thoroughly checked. The A.S.D will shut the appliance down if an unacceptable amount of harmful products of combustion accumulate. Under no circumstances should the A.S.D be altered or bypassed in any way. Only genuine manufacturer’s replacement parts should be fitted.

4.4 Room considerations.

4.4.1 The appliance must not be installed in any room, which contains a bath, or shower or where steam is regularly present.

4.4.2 An extractor fan may only be used in the same room as this appliance, or in any area from which ventilation for the appliance is taken, if it does not affect the safe performance of the appliance. Note the spillage test requirements detailed further on in this manual. If the fan is likely to affect the appliance, the appliance must not be installed unless the fan is permanently disconnected.

4.4.3 Note that soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) are easily affected by heat. They may scorch or become discoloured when close to a heating appliance. Please bear this in mind when installing.

4.5 Chimney preparation.

4.5.1 If the appliance is intended to be installed to a chimney that was previously used for solid fuel, the flue must be swept clean prior to installation. All flues should be inspected for soundness and freedom from blockages.

4.5.2 Any chimney dampers or restrictors should be removed. If removal is not possible they must be fixed in the open position.

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Figure 1. Area to be free of combustible cladding

4.6 Fireplace preparation.

4.6.1 The appliance can be fitted to a purpose made proprietary class “O” 150°C surround.

4.6.2 If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts.

4.6.3 The front of the fireplace should be flat over an area sufficient to ensure a good seal with the closure plate. The flat surface should extend for a height equal to that of the closure plate plus 20mm and for a width equal to that of the closure plate plus 40mm.

4.6.4 If the fire is to be fitted against a wall with combustible cladding, the cladding must be removed from the area shown in figure 1.

4.6.5 The space between the fireplace front face and the back of the fascia must not be filled in.

4.6.6 If the fireplace opening is greater than the acceptable dimensions given in this guide, do not use the back of a fire surround or marble to reduce the opening. This may cause cracking of the surround back or marble.

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Figure 2. Dimensions and clearances

4.7 Fireplace clearances.

4.7.1 The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance fascia to a corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is 48mm at either side (See figure 2).

Although no side clearance is necessary to non-combustible surfaces we recommend a 100mm clearance for service access to the fascia side fixings.

4.7.2 Allow a minimum clearance of 95mm from the top surface of the appliance fascia to the underside of any shelf whether it is made from combustible or non- combustible materials. This clearance is necessary to allow the fascia to be lifted off for servicing and also allows the owner sufficient access to operate the control knob. For a shelf made from wood or other combustible materials deeper than 150mm, the minimum clearance must be as below.

• For a shelf up to 150mm deep: Minimum clearance = 95mm.

• For a shelf deeper than 150mm: 95mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth over 150mm (See Figure 3).

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Figure 3. Shelf clearances

Figure 4. Conventional fireplace catchment space.

4.8 The Flue spigot.

4.8.1 The flue spigot and any spigot extension must be capable of passing through the closure plate by at least 38mm with a minimum clearance of 50mm between its open end and the nearest obstruction. There must also be a minimum clearance of 165mm between the back of the closure plate and the back of the catchment space. On conventional flues the catchment space below the flue spigot must extend at least 250mm downwards measured from the bottom of the flue spigot (See figure 4).

4.8.2 A spigot extension is available (Valor Fires part number 0595191). When fitted this shall extend through the closure plate for at least 38mm and have a minimum clearance of 50mm from the end to any surface.

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4.9. The hearth. The appliance must be mounted on a non-combustible hearth except when the conditions in section 4.10.3 are met (N.B. conglomerate marble hearths are

considered as non-combustible). The hearth must be at least 680mm wide x 300mm deep. The hearth material must be at least 12mm thick. The periphery of the hearth (or fender) should be at least 50mm above floor level to discourage the placing of carpets or rugs over it.

4.10 Installation options.

In the United Kingdom, as supplied, this appliance can be installed in the following situations:

4.10.1 Conventional fireplace.

The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions:

Conventional Fireplace

Width Height

Max. 440mm Min. 305mm

The total height of the closure plate is 660mm and will accommodate a maximum

opening height of 650mm (This allows a 10mm overhang). Heights above

mm (Inclusive of sealing tape) will leave the sealing tape and closure plate visible

620 above the appliance.

4.10.2 Precast flues.

The appliance can be installed to a fireplace that has a properly constructed precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS EN 1858 or BS1289. The appliance is suitable for installations conforming to older versions of BS1289 as well as the current standards. The flue blocks must have a minimum width not less than

63mm and a cross-sectional area not less than 13,000mm2. Older editions of BS1289

required a cross-sectional area of 13,000mm2. The current revision of the standard

requires 16,500mm2. This appliance is suitable in both cases. The chimney should be one or two storeys high but not less than 3m vertical height and be correctly terminated. No mortar fangs between the blocks should be extruded into the flue way. If raking blocks are used, they must be fitted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Mortar must not be allowed to drop down and accumulate in the raked positions.

Max. 610mm Min. 525mm

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