Valor 762 Installer And Owner Manual

5136065/06

Model 762

Inset live fuel effect gas fire for assembly with;

Blakely fascia

INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE

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

WHEN CONVERTED USING CONVERSION KIT NO. 0595271 THIS APPLIANCE

IS FOR USE WITH PROPANE GAS (G31).

THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED

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

Safety First.

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

and Safety Marks.

Quality and Excellence.

All Valor 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 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 operative 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 41 TO 58

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CONTENTS

Section Page

INSTALLER GUIDE 5 - 40 OWNER GUIDE 41 - 58

1. IMAGE 7

2. SAFETY 8

3. ACCESSORIES 9

4. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NOx 9

4.1 General information. 9

4.2 Efficiency. 10

4.3 NOx 10

5. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 10

5.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 10

5.2 Ventilation requirements. 11

5.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD). 11

5.4 Fireguard requirements. 11

5.5 Room considerations. 11

5.6 Chimney preparation. 12

5.7 Fireplace preparation. 12

5.8 The hearth. 13

5.9 Fireplace clearances. 13

5.10 Installation options. 15

5.11 Flues. 16

5.12 Propane appliances. 16

6. UNPACKING 17

7. PACK CONTENTS 18

8. FIREPLACE CHECK 20

8.1 Fireplace check. 20

8.2 Fireplace flue pull. 21

9. IGNITION CHECK 21

9.1 Fitting batteries to the remote control handset. 21

9.2 Fitting batteries to the receiver box. 21

9.3 Setting the handset and receiver relationship. 22

9.4 Checking the ignition operation. 22

10. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION 22

11. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 22

12. CONVECTION BOX INSTALLATION 23

12.1 Method 1 - Front fixing to fireplace surround. 23

12.2 Method 2 - Cable retention and floor fixing. 24

12.3 Sealing floor front - All installations. 26

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13. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 27

13.1 Burner installation. 27

13.2 Supply pipe installation. 27

13.3 Burner checks. 27

13.3.1 Lighting the fire. 27

13.3.2 Adjusting flame height. 28

13.3.3 Adjusting to pilot only setting. 28

13.3.4 Turning off. 28

13.4 Check inlet pressure. 29

14. FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT 29

14.1 Fitting the rear ceramic wall. 29

14.2 Fitting the side ceramic walls. 29

14.3 Fitting the ceramic support. 29

14.4 Fitting the port cover. 29

14.5 Fitting the ceramic fuel effect. 30

15. FULL OPERATING CHECKS 32

15.1 Check the burner operation. 32

15.2 Check for spillage. 32

15.3 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. 32

16. FASCIA INSTALLATION 33

17. FINAL REVIEW 34

18. SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT 35

18.1 Checking the aeration setting of the burner. 36

18.2 To remove the window panel. 36

18.3 To remove the fuel effect. 36

18.4 To remove the ceramic side walls. 37

18.5 To remove the burner unit. 37

18.6 To remove the pilot unit. 37

18.7 To remove the gas valve. 38

18.8 To remove the receiver box. 39

18.9 To remove the thermocouple interrupter block. 39

18.10 To replace the burner. 39

18.11 To remove the burner injector. 40

18.12 To remove the appliance from the fireplace. 40

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1. IMAGE

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Blakely fascia

2. 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 (kg) is as below:

Model

Heat Engine (Without ceramics) Fascia Fascia

Blakely 22.14 6.62 (Fret) 8.54 (Frame)

This fire and the fascia are both heavy. We therefore recommend that two people should be sufficient to lift the fire or the fascia. If fitting or moving alone we recommend the use of suitable lifting apparatus.

- 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 product uses fuel effect pieces, burner compartment walls and ceramic gravel containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to these materials may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it is important 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. RCF waste is classed as a stable, non-reactive hazardous waste and may be disposed at a landfill licensed to accept such 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.

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3. ACCESSORIES

Accessory Part number

LPG conversion kit 0595271

4. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NO

4.1 General information.

* When converted using kit 0595271.

The appliance information label is located under the burner on the right hand side of the fire. This can be seen by removing the fascia.

4.2 Efficiency.

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

Model

Efficiency % (Gross)

762 Blakely

75.6

762 Blakely when converted to LPG. 75.6

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Gas Natural (G20) LPG (G31)*

Inlet Pressure 20mbar 37mbar

Input - Max. (Gross) 5.7kW (19,448 Btu/h) 5.6kW (19,107 Btu/h)

Input - Min. (Gross) 2.0kW (6,824 Btu/h) 3.3kW (11,260 Btu/h)

Inlet Test Pressure (Cold)

20.0 ± 1.0mbar

(8.0 ± 0.4in w.g.)

37.0 ± 1.0 mbar

(14.85 ± 0.4in w.g.)

Gas Connection 8mm pipe 8mm pipe

Burner Injector Cat 82 - 067 123

Pilot & Atmosphere Sensing

Device

Copreci Ref. O.D.S

21100/224

Copreci Ref. O.D.S

21100/225

Ignition

Battery powered electronic

remote control.

Battery powered electronic

remote control.

Aeration Setting See section 18.1 See section 18.1

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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.

4.3 NO

For NG the 'Weighted' result for this appliance equates to NOx Class 5.

For LPG the 'Weighted' result for this appliance equates to NOx Class 4.

5. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

5.1 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 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 EN 1856 Part 1 Chimneys - Requirements for metal chimneys. BS 5440 Part 1 Installation of flues. 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 6461 Part 1 Masonry chimney & flues - Installation. BS 1251 Fireplace components. BS 5871 Part 2 Installation - Inset LFE gas fires. BS 6891 Gas pipework installation.

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

Department of the Environment and the Welsh Office.

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Gas Conversion factor from net to gross efficiency

Natural Gas 0.901

LPG 0.921

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- 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 also conform to the relevant parts of: a) The current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations” b) All relevant national and local rules in force. Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.

5.2 Ventilation requirements.

Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5871 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.

5.3 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 a genuine manufacturer’s replacement part should be fitted. The individual A.S.D components are not replaceable.

5.4 Fireguard requirements.

A fireguard complying with BS 8423 should be fitted for the protection of young children, the elderly, the infirm and pet animals.

5.5 Room considerations.

5.5.1 This appliance must not be installed in any room that contains a bath or shower or where steam is regularly present.

5.5.2 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.

5.5.3 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.

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5.6 Chimney preparation.

5.6.1 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.

5.6.2 Any chimney damper or restrictor should be removed. If removal is not possible, they must be secured in the open position.

5.7 Fireplace preparation.

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

5.7.2 The fireplace floor should be reasonably flat to ensure that a good seal with the convection box can be made.

5.7.3 The front face of the fireplace should be reasonably flat over the area covered by the convection box top and side flange seals to ensure good sealing. These faces should be made good if necessary.

5.7.4 If the appliance is to be fitted against a wall with combustible cladding, the cladding must be removed from the area covered by the fascia. The cladding must also not touch the fascia (See figure 1). We suggest that the actual fascia is used as a template to mark the area for combustible cladding removal and that this area is increased by at least 2mm all round.

5.7.5 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 1. Removal of combustible cladding (Fascia shown here as illustration only)

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5.8 The hearth.

The appliance must be mounted behind a non-combustible hearth unless the conditions of section 4.10.2 are met (N.B. conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-combustible). The appliance can be fitted to a purpose made proprietary class “O”-150°C surround. 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. The surface of the hearth must be sufficiently flat to enable the bottom of the front surround and the bottom front cover to be aligned horizontally. Any excessive unevenness (uneven tiles, Cotswold stone, etc.) should be rectified. The appliance must not stand on combustible materials or carpets.

5.9 Fireplace clearances.

5.9.1 The minimum height from the base of the fireplace opening to the underside of any shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is detailed below:

• For a shelf up to 150mm deep: Minimum height = 750mm.

• For a shelf deeper than 150mm: 750mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth over 150mm (See Figure 2).

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Figure 2. Combustible shelf clearances

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5.9.2 Blakely Fascia - 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 shown in figure 3. A 10mm access clearance from a non-combustible surface is necessary at the left side.

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Figure 3. Blakely fascia - Appliance dimensions and clearances (Dimensions are subject to manufacturing tolerances)

Key Description Blakely Model

A Height (mm) 680

B Width (mm) 930

C Depth into room (mm) 130

Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces

projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm)

Recommended clearance to non-combustible surfaces for access

purposes (mm)

5.10 Installation options.

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

5.10.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth.- To a fireplace opening and hearth as shown in figure 4 and complying with BS1251 after removal of the fireback and sufficient material behind the fireback for a debris catchment space. The required fireplace, hearth, debris catchment area and clearance dimensions are shown in figure 5.

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Figure 4. Hearth and fireplace opening dimensions

Figure 5. Fireplace area.

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5.11 Flues.

1. Suitable flues and minimum flue sizes are as follows: -

It should be noted that, as with many appliances, sharp bends or horizontal runs in metal flues at the top of the system can be a cause of problems in these types of installation.

- 225mm x 225mm conventional brick flue.

- 125 or 175mm diameter lined brick or stone flue.

- 200mm diameter factory made insulated flue manufactured to BS4543 Part 2.

- 175mm diameter flue pipe. See BS6461 Part 1 for suitable materials.

- Single wall, twin wall or flexible flue liner with a minimum diameter of 125mm. The

materials to be used are stainless steel or aluminium as specified in BS EN 1856 Part 1. The liner must be sealed to the surrounding area above the fireplace opening and to the top of the chimney. An approved terminal must be fitted.

2. The flue must conform to BS 5440: Part 1 in design and installation. The flue, measured from the bottom of the fireplace opening to the bottom of the terminal, shall be not less than 3m in actual vertical height. When calculated in accordance with BS 5440: Part 1 Annex A, the minimum equivalent height of the flue shall be 2.0m of 125mm dia. flue pipe.

3. The flue must not be used for any other appliance or application.

4. Proprietary terminals must comply with BS 715 or BS 1289. Any terminal or

termination must be positioned in accordance with BS 5440 Part 1 to ensure that the products of combustion can be safely dispersed into the outside atmosphere. Where the appliance is connected to an unlined brick chimney it is generally unnecessary for the chimney pot to be replaced or for a terminal to be fitted unless the flue has a diameter smaller than 170mm.

5.12 Propane appliances.

Propane gas appliances must not be installed in a room that is built entirely below ground level (See BS 5871 Part 2).

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6. UNPACKING

1. The ceramic fuel effect is packed inside the convector box. The window panel is secured at the bottom with two clamps. To release the clamps, hold at the rear and pull down (See figure 6).

2. With both clamps released, gently pull the base of the window panel forward. Hold the window panel base and lift upward until clear of the two upper window retainers (See figure 7).

3. Gently remove the ceramic fuel effect pack.

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Figure 6. Window panel clamp

Figure 7. Window removal

7. PACK CONTENTS

The items required for this appliance are packed in sections.

The ceramic walls are fragile. They are packed inside the top fitment as you open the carton.

Section 1 - Fire unit contains:

1 Burner and convection box unit. 2 Lengths of self adhesive foam seal. 2 Cable clamps. 2 Fire retaining cables. 4 Eyebolts. 7 Wood screws. 7 Fibre / wooden plugs. 2 Strips of floor sealing tape. 1 ‘T’ connector and pressure test point. 1 Nut and olive for 8mm inlet pipe. 1 ‘PP3’ Battery. 4 ‘AA’ Batteries. 1 Smoke match tube. 1 Ceramic wall set. 1 Remote control handset. 1 Port cover. 3 No.8 x 3/8” Tapping Screws (For port cover). 1 Ceramic support. 3 No.8 x 3/8” Tapping Screws (For ceramic support). 1 Rubber grommet (For rear of convector box). 1 Literature pack. 1 Ceramic fuel effect set (Not shown). 1 Tray for ceramic gravel. 2 Window side trims. 2 Fireback spacing brackets. 4 No.8 x 3/8” Tapping Screws (For fireback spacing brackets). 2 Thumbscrews for fascia securing. 2 Washers for fascia securing. 1 Flue Restrictor 3 No.8 x 3/8” Tapping screws

Section 2 - fascia pack contains: 1 Fascia. (Ref. p20)

Carefully remove all the contents. Take special care in handling the ceramic pieces. Check that all the listed parts are present and in good condition.

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