Valor 956 Installer And Owner Manual

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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. Telephone 0844 879 35 88 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom). In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 01 842 8222.

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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE

Model 956

INSET LIVE FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE

Fitted with one of the following fascia.

Blenheim,Whitsbury Seattle or Siva fascia.

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

WHEN CONVERTED USING CONVERSION KIT NO. 0595221 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).

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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 (GAS

SAFE REGISTER or CORGI 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 38 TO 51

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CONTENTS

Section Heading Page

INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 37 OWNER GUIDE 38 - 51

1. IMAGES 7

2. SAFETY 8

3. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 9

3.1 General information. 9

3.2 Efficiency. 9

4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 10

4.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 10

4.2 Ventilation requirements. 11

4.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD). 11

4.4 Fireguard requirements. 11

4.5 Room considerations. 11

4.6 Chimney preparation. 12

4.7 Fireplace preparation. 12

4.8 The hearth. 12

4.9 Fireplace clearances. 13

4.10 Installation options. 15

4.10.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth. 15

4.10.1.1 ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations. 15

4.10.2 Metal flue box and hearth. 16

4.10.3 Precast concrete or clay flue block system and hearth. 16

4.11 Flues. 17

4.12 Propane gas fires. 18

5. PACK CONTENTS 18

6. FIREPLACE CHECK 21

6.1 Soundness for appliance attachment. 21

6.2 Fireplace flue pull. 21

7. IGNITION CHECK 21

8. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION 22

9. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 23

9.1 Appliance preparation. 23

9.2 Fitting the foam seal (All models). 23

9.3 The flue restrictor. 23

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CONTENTS (Continued)

Section Heading Page

10. HOTBOX INSTALLATION 24

10.1 Method 1- Front fixing to fireplace surround. 24

10.2 Cable retention. 24

10.3 Floor sealing. 26

11. BURNER INSTALLATION 27

11.1 Burner and supply pipe installation. 27

11.2.Lighting the burner. 27

11.3 Operating the burner. 27

11.4 Inlet pressure check. 28

11.5 Fitting the burner tray trim. 28

12. FULL OPERATING CHECKS 28

12.1 Check the control settings. 28

12.1.1 Lighting the burner. 28

12.1.2 Operating the burner. 29

13. FASCIA AND FIREFRONT INSTALLATION 29

13.1 Fitting a firefront that has not been supplied with the fire. 29

13.2 Fitting the magnetic three piece fascia trim. 30

13.3 Fitting the Blenheim firefront. 30

13.4 Fitting the Seattle/Siva firefront. 30

14. SPILLAGE AND FLAME SUPERVISION CHECKS 32

14.1 Check for spillage. 32

14.2 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. 32

15. FINAL REVIEW 33

16. SERVICING AND PARTS REPLACEMENT 34

16.1 Checking the aeration setting of the burner. 35

16.2 To remove the burner unit. 35

16.3 To remove the pilot unit. 36

16.4 To remove the gas valve. 36

16.5 To remove the burner. 37

16.6 To remove the main burner injector. 37

16.7 To remove the appliance from the fireplace. 37

16.8 To remove the magnetic three piece fascia. 37

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1. IMAGES

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Blenheim

Whitsbury

Seattle

Siva

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 the appliance heat engine and hotbox is 4.4 kg. This does

not include fascia or ceramics.

- 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 product uses fuel effect pieces and a burner compartment rear wall

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. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY

3.1 General information.

* When converted using Kit 0595221.

The appliance information label is located on a plate at the base of the fire. This can be seen by removing the firefront.

3.2 Efficiency.

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

Model

Efficiency % (Gross) Efficiency % (Net)

956 51 56

956 when converted to LPG 52 56

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.

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Gas

Natural (G20) Propane (G31) *

Inlet Pressure 20mbar 37mbar

Input - Max. (Gross) 6.0kW (20,500Btu/h) 6.1kW (20,800Btu/h)

Input - Min. (Gross) 2.3kW (7,850Btu/h) 3.8kW (12,965Btu/h)

Input - Max. (Net) 5.4kW (18427Btu/h) 5.61kW (19147Btu/h)

Input - Min. (Net) 2.07kW (7063Btu/h) 3.50kW (11928Btu/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 - 069 Size 128

Pilot & Atmosphere Sensing

Device

Copreci Ref. O.D.S

21500/166

Copreci Ref. O.D.S

21500/166 Fitted with RBM

180 - 02 injector

Ignition

Piezo Electric. Integral with

Gas Tap

Piezo Electric. Integral with

Gas Tap

Aeration Factory set Non-adjustable

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. 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 EN 1856 Part 1 - Chimneys - Requirements for metal chimneys. BS 715 - Specification for metal flue boxes for gas-fired appliances not

exceeding 20kW. BS EN 1858 - Chimneys - Components - Concrete flue blocks. BS EN 1806 - Chimneys - Clay / ceramic flue blocks. 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.

- 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.

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Gas Conversion factor from net to gross efficiency

Natural Gas 0.901

LPG 0.921

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

person and installed in accordance with: 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 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.

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

4.4 Fireguard requirements.

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

4.5 Room considerations.

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

4.5.2 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.

4.5.3 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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4.6 Chimney preparation.

4.6.1 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.

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

4.7 Fireplace preparation.

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

4.7.2 The fireplace floor should be reasonably flat to ensure that the hotbox can be installed without it rocking and so that a good seal can be made at the bottom front of the box.

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

4.7.4 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.

4.7.5 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.

4.8 The hearth.

The appliance must be mounted behind a non-combustible hearth unless the conditions of section 4.10.1.1 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 appliance must not stand on combustible materials or carpets.

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Figure 1. Removal of combustible cladding (Fascia may differ from that shown)

4.9 Fireplace clearances.

4.9.1 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).

4.9.2 The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the 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. For access purposes the recommended clearances to non combustible surfaces are shown in figure 3.

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Figure 2. Combustible shelf clearances

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Figure 3. Appliance dimensions and clearances (Fascia may differ from that shown)

(The appliance dimensions ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ shown in the table are subject to

manufacturing tolerance)

Key

A B C D E

Model

Height

(mm)

Width

(mm)

Depth

into room (mm)

Minimum

mandatory

clearance to

combustible

surfaces projecting beyond the front of

appliance (mm).

Recommended

clearance to non-

combustible

surfaces for access

purposes (mm).

Blenheim 588 450 85 100 10

Seattle 588 450 63 100 10

Siva 590 455 80 100 10

Whitsbury 588 450 73 100 10

4.10 Installation options.

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

4.10.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth.

To a fireplace complete with hearth as shown in figure 4. Chair brick removal may not be required providing at least 50mm clearance is available from the flue outlet to any fireplace component. The appliance is designed to cater for low lintel installations (min height 505mm) providing a minimum distance of 25mm is maintained between the lintel and the front face of the fireplace (i.e. 25mm rebated fire surround).

4.10.1.1 ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations.

- It is recommended that a hearth should be installed as in section 4.8 (See figure 4).

- If a reduced depth hearth is fitted, the fire must be installed so that the distance

from the base of the fireplace opening in the wall to the finished floor level is at least 72mm. Where there is no floor covering or carpet and the floor is of a type that is likely to be covered in such a way then the distance from the base of the fireplace opening in the wall to the finished floor level should be increased to at least 147mm.

! If the lower part of the fascia (the firefront) is free standing, the recommended

reduced hearth depth is 110mm. This is necessary to support the firefront (See figure 3 for appliance dimensions).

- To protect from the risk of burns and ignition of clothing a tactile separator shall be

used. The hearth detailed in section 4.8 meets the requirements for a tactile separator. If this is not used then a 625mm long fender, kerb, horizontal bar, or other barrier, being fixed not less than 50mm above floor level and positioned 300mm in front of the fixing plane of the fire will meet the requirement.

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Figure 4. Hearth and fireplace opening dimensions.

4.10.2 Metal flue box and hearth.

The appliance can be installed to a fireplace incorporating a metal flue box complying with the constructional requirements of the current edition of BS 715 and with a flue conforming to BS EN 1856 part 1. The dimensions of the flue box must conform to those shown in figure 5. The top surface of the metal flue box must be covered with a 50mm layer of mineral wool or equivalent insulation (See figure 5).

Important Note: Where the flue box has a base sheet that is single wall (i.e. a single metal sheet) the flue box must be mounted on a non-combustible hearth. The hearth material must be at least 12mm thick.

4.10.3 Precast concrete or clay flue block system and hearth.

The appliance can be installed to a precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS1289 or BS EN 1858 with dimensions as in figure 6. BS 1289 part 1 recommends there should be an air space or insulation between the flue blocks and the plaster because heat transfer may cause cracking on directly plastered flues. However, generally this appliance is suitable for installations under all circumstances unless there is a history of cracking problems. Remember that faults such as cracking may be caused by poorly built and restrictive flues, e.g. mortar extrusions, too many bends, flue heights below three metres, restrictive terminations etc. The appliance is suitable for installations conforming to older versions of BS1289 as well as the

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Figure 6. Pre-cast fireplace

Figure 5. Metal flue box

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