Valor 550 Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

COMPACT

GAS STOVE

MODEL NUMBER 550

Before installation ensure that the local distribution conditions (identification of the type of gas and

pressure) and the adjustment of the appliance are compatible

This is not a “Do It Yourself” product

This appliance must be installed by a competent person

These instructions must be left with the user

G.C. No. 32-032-25 (Natural Gas)

G.C. No. 32-032-26 (LPG)

This appliance meets the requirements of the European Gas Directive

Manufactured by Valor Heating

Wood Lane, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP, England

600B538/02

The LPG appliance is for use with G31 at an inlet pressure of 37mbar.

These appliances are for use in the United Kingdom (GB) and the Republic of Ireland (IE) only.

LIST OF COMPONENTS

Main Pack

Cast iron stove containing gas burner unit.
1 Spigot
2 Ceramic base pieces.
Set of 5 coals.
1 Pair of ceramic firebox side walls
1 Ceramic firebox back wall
1 8mm nut & olive
Installation and user’s instructions
2 Clamps for securing the side walls in position.

Closure Plate Pack

1 Fireplace opening closure plate
1 Decorative closure plate cover

APPLIANCE DATA

This product uses fuel effect pieces, burner compartment walls and gaskets containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made
vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to these materials may cause temporary irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it
makes sense to take care when handling these articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum. To ensure that the release of fibres
from these RCF articles is kept to a minimum, during installation and servicing we recommend that you use a HEPA filtered vacuum to remove
any dust and soot accumulated in and around the fire before and after working on the fire. When replacing these articles we recommend that the
replaced items are not broken up, but are sealed within a heavy duty polythene bag, clearly labelled as RCF 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 articles, but we recommend you follow the normal hygiene rules of not smoking, eating or drinking in the work area and always
wash your hands before eating or drinking.
This appliance does not contain any component manufactured from asbestos or asbestos related products.

Gas Natural (G20) Propane (G31)*

Inlet Pressure 20mbar 37mbar
Input Max. (Gross) 5.1 kW 5.1 kW

Min. (Gross) 2.3 kW 3.5 kW

Output Max. (Gross) 3.67 kW 3.67 kW

Min. (Gross) 1.66 kW 2.5 kW
Burner Test Pressure (Cold) 18.68 mbar +/- 0.75 mbar 36.36 mbar +/- 0.75mbar
Gas Connection 8mm pipe 8mm pipe
Burner Injector Cat 82 size 320 Cat 92 size 160
Efficiency class 2 2

The stove dimensions are shown in figure 1

GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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.
The Council for the Registration of Gas Installers (CORGI) requires its members to work to recognised standards.
In the United Kingdom the installation must also be in accordance with:
a) All the relevant parts of local regulations.
b) The current edition of the Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment and the Welsh Office or the Building

Standards (Scotland) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department.

c) All relevant codes of practice.
d) The relevant parts of the current editions of the following British Standards:-

BS 1251
BS 5440 Part 1
BS 5440 Part 2
BS 5871 Part 1
BS 6891
BS 8303

In the Republic of Ireland the installation must also conform to the relevant parts of:
a) The current edition of IS 813
b) All relevant national and local rules in force.

An approved fireguard for the protection of young children, the elderly and the infirm is recommended.
Clearances from combustible and non-combustible materials must be at least those shown in figure 1

Figure 1

• The minimum flue diameter is 102mm

• A cast iron elbow for use with direct flue connection from Valor (Valor Part No. 0591189) is available. This gives connection to a

102mm flue. (see below for 127mm)

• A 102mm to 127mm flue adapter from Valor (Valor part No. 0591199) is available.

• The minimum flue height is 3m

• No restrictor plate or flue damper is permitted. Where a variable damper is fitted it must be removed or be permanently fixed in the

open position.

• The flue must be swept before the appliance is installed.
Ventilation: In the United Kingdom (GB) no special ventilation bricks or vents are required in the room for this appliance .

In the Republic of Ireland (I.E.), permanent ventilation must comply with the regulations currently in force.
Location: This appliance must not be installed in a private garage or any room, which contains a bath, or shower or where steam is

regularly present.
Propane gas appliances must not be installed in a cellar, basement or other room that is built entirely below ground level (See Gas Safety

(Installation & Use) Regulations).

This appliance is fitted with a down draught diverter and flue blockage safety device. The flue blockage safety device must not be
rendered inoperable under any circumstances.

Suitable flues are:­a) 225mm x 225mm conventional brick flue. If a liner is used it must be 102mm (4in.) minimum diameter. The liner must be sealed to the

surrounding area above the fireplace opening and to the top of the chimney with an approved terminal being used.

b) A precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to B.S. 1289. This appliance is suitable for installations conforming to older

versions of B.S. 1289 as well as the current edition. The flue blocks must have a minimum width not less than 63mm and a cross­sectional area not less than 13,000mm

2

Older editions of B.S. 1289 required a cross-sectional area of 13,000mm2. The current revision

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of the standard requires 16,500mm2. This appliance is suitable in both cases.

c) A flue pipe 102mm (4in.) minimum diameter of - see B.S. 6461 Part 1 for suitable materials. Metal flue pipes and flue boxes must

comply with B.S 715.

• Any air supply entering the fireplace from below floor level must be completely sealed off.

• This fire is only suitable for hearth mounting. The hearth must be non-combustible and at least 530mm wide x 360mm deep. The

non-combustible hearth material must be at least 12mm thick. Its top surface should be preferably 50mm above floor level in order to
discourage the placing of carpets or rugs over it.

• The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions:-

Conventional fireplace, Pre cast flue and Metal Flue box:

Width: Max. 460mm

Min. 305mm

Height: Max. 595mm

Min. 476mm

Min. Depth: 92mm

For Pre-cast flue see note b) above