Verine Alpena NBFC**MN2, Alpena NBFC**EN2, Alpena NBFC**RN2, Alpena NBFC**MP2, Alpena Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions
Alpena
COAL EFFECT BALANCED FLUE GAS FIRE
Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions
Hand these instructions to the user
Model No. NBFC**MN2, NBFC**RN2 & NBFC**EN2 are for use on Natural Gas
(G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
Model No. NBFC**MP2 is for use on Propane Gas (G31) at a supply pressure
of 37 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
** denotes trim / fret or fascia variant
CONTENTS
P
AGE
Section 1 Information and Requirements
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.0 Appliance Information 3
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.1 Conditions of Installation 4
1.2 Fireplace surround & suitability 4
1.3 Flue Terminal Position 5
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.4 Shelf position 6
1.5 Hearths 6
Section 2 Installation of Fire
2.1 Unpacking the fire 6
2.2 Fireplace opening 7-8
2.3 Preparation of the wall 8-9
2.4 Preparation of the flue hole 9
2.5 Installation of the gas supply 10
2.6 Preparation of the flue duct 11
2.7 Securing the firebox to the opening 12-13
2.8 Making the gas connection 13
2.9 Fitting the terminal guard 14
2.10 Removal & refitting of the glass frame 15
Section 3 Assembling Fuel Bed and Commissioning
3.1 Fitting the fuel bed 16-18
3.2 Fitting the trim 18
3.3 Fitting the fret 18
3.4 Lighting the appliance (MC variants) 19
3.5 Fixing the infrared sensor in position (RC variants) 20
3.6 Connecting the battery pack (RC variants) 21
3.7 Lighting the appliance (RC variants) 22
3.8 Lighting the appliance (EFC variants) 23
Section 4 Maintenance
4.1 Removal of the burner assembly (all variants) 24
4.2 Removal of the piezo Igniter (MC variants) 24
4.3 Removal of the control valve (MC variants) 25
4.4 Removal of the pilot assembly (all variants) 25
4.5 Removal of the control board (RC & EFC variants) 26
4.6 Removal of the control valve (RC & EFC variants) 26
4.7 Removal of the IR sensor (RC variants) 26
4.8 Removal of the battery holder / lead (RC & EFC variants) 26
4.9 Removal of the EFC trim switch 27
4.10 Parts shortlist 27
Section 5 User Instructions
5.1 Installation Information / about your fire 28-29
5.2 Operating your fire (MC variants) 30
5.3 Operating your fire (RC variants) 31
5.4 Operating your fire (EFC variants) 32
5.5 Turning off the RC / EFC model if the handset is lost or broken 33
5.6 Changing the batteries (RC / EFC variants) 33
5.7 Removal / replacing the glass frame 34
5.8 Removal / replacing the fuel-bed 35-37
5.9 User replaceable parts 38
BFM Europe Ltd, Trentham Lakes, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 4TJ
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SECTION 1
INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS
1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION
Natural Gas LPG
Main injector : (1 off) 1.65mm 1.20mm
Pilot Type - S.I.T.140 Series Size 27 Size 19
Max. Gross Heat Input : 4.6kW 4.8kW
Min. Gross Heat Input : 3.2kW 3.4kW
Gas Rate : 0.427 m3/hr 0.180 m3/hr
Cold Pressure : 20.0+/-1.0 mbar 37.0+/-1.0 mbar
Ignition : Push-button Piezo (MC models only)
Ignition : Electronic (RC & EFC models only)
Electrode Spark Gap : 4.0mm
Weight (without fender) : 25.0 kg inclusive of flue pipe and terminal
Fig 1
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185mm
285mm Min, 625mm Max with standard flue
duct on MC / RC models. 248mm Min,
588mm Max with standard flue duct on EFC
models. A cost option extended flue duct (part
no. CV-MARLT) can be purchased to increase
this dimension on NG MC / RC models to
1010mm or 973mm on NG EFC models)
120mm
580mm
550mm
150mm
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Efficiency Declaration
The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in
BS EN 613 : 2001 and the result is 85%. 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 BSI Testing
Services.
The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government’s Standard Assessment
Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.
1.1 CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION
It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a GAS SAFE Registered
Installer, in accordance with these installation instructions and the Gas Safety
(Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 as amended. Failure to install appliances
correctly could lead to prosecution. It is in your own interest and that of safety to
comply with the law.
The installation must also be in accordance with all relevant parts of the Local and
National Building Regulations where appropriate, the Building Regulations
(Scotland Consolidation) issued by the Scottish Development Department, and all
applicable requirements of the following British Standard Code of Practice.
1. B.S. 5871 Part 1 Installation of Gas Fires
2. B.S. 6891 Installation of Gas Pipework
3. B.S. 5440 Parts 1 & 2 Installation of Flues and Ventilation
4. I.S 813 : 1996 Domestic Gas Installation, issued by the National Standards
Authority of Ireland.
1.2 FIREPLACE / SURROUND SUITABILITY
This product is designed to fit fireplaces with a minimum 1” / 25mm rebate. The
fire must only be installed on a hearth it must not be installed directly onto
carpet or other combustible floor materials. The fire is suitable for fitting to
non-combustible fire place surrounds and proprietary fire place surrounds with a
temperature rating of at least 150 degrees celcius (Class “O”).
Soft wall coverings such as blown vinyl, wall paper etc. could be affected by
the rising hot air and scorching and/or discoloration may result. Due consideration should be made to this when installing or decorating.
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1.3 FLUE TERMINAL POSITION
The minimum acceptable dimensions from the flue terminal to obstructions
and ventilation openings are shown below and listed in the table
It is important that the position of the flue allows the free passage of air
across it at all times. The minimum acceptable space from the flue terminal
to obstructions and ventilation openings are specified below (Fig. 2)
Fig. 2
DIMENSION TERMINAL POSITION MINIMUM DIMENSION
A Directly below an opening, air brick, 300mm (12in)
opening window
B Above an opening, air brick, 300mm (12in)
opening window
C Horizontally to an opening, air brick,
opening window etc.
D Below gutters, soil pipes or drain pipes 300mm (12in)
E Below eaves 300mm (12in)
F Below balconies or car port roof 600mm (12in)
G From a vertical drain pipe or soil pipe 300mm (12in)
H From an internal or external corner 600mm (24in)
I Above ground roof or balcony level 300mm (12in)
J From a surface facing the terminal 600mm (24in)
K From a terminal facing the terminal 600mm (24in)
L From an opening in the car port 1200m (48in)
M Vertically from a terminal on the same wall 1500mm(59in)
N Horizontally from a terminal on the 300mm (12in)
same Wall
O NOT APPLICABLE N/A
P NOT APPLICABLE N/A
Q NOT APPLICABLE N/A
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1.4 SHELF POSITION
The fire may be fitted below a combustible shelf providing there is a minimum
distance of 200mm above the top of the fire and the shelf does not project more
than 150mm. If the shelf overhangs more than 150mm the distance between the
fire and the shelf must be increased by 15mm for every 25mm of additional
overhang over 150mm.
1.5 HEARTHS
This appliance must only be installed on to a concrete or non-combustible hearth.
The hearth material must be a minimum thickness of 12mm with the top surface at
least 50mm above the floor. The hearth must be fitted symmetrically about the fire
opening and have a minimum width of 760mm and a minimum projection of
300mm forwards from the fire opening.
SECTION 2
INSTALLATION OF FIRE
2.1 UNPACKING THE FIRE
Carefully lift the fire out of the carton. Remove the loose item packaging carefully
from the the pack. Check the contents as listed :-
IMPORTANT
: THE CARDBOARD FITMENT THAT IS AT THE TOP OF THE
CONVECTION APERTURE SHOULD NOT BE REMOVED
UNTIL THE APPLIANCE IS FULLY INSTALLED AND READY
TO BE LIT.
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE THIS APPLIANCE IF THE
GLASS PANEL IS BROKEN OR NOT SECURELY FIXED TO THE FIREBOX.
Packing Check List
1 off Fire box & foam seal / burner assembly
1 off Boxed ceramic 5 piece fuel bed set
1 off Flue terminal / pipe unit
1 off Flue terminal guard
1 off Loose Items pack including cable fixing kit
1 off Installation / user manual (combined)
6 off AA batteries (RC / EFC models only)
1 off PP3 battery (RC models only)
1 off Rubber grommet (to seal gas aperture used)
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2.2 FIRE PLACE OPENING
2.2.1 The front opening of the fire place must be between 410 and 420mm
wide, and between 555 and 570mm high. If the opening exceeds these
dimensions then a surround must be constructed from suitable noncombustible material to produce a suitable sized opening. Any surround
must be suitably sealed to the fire place to prevent leakage.
See fig. 3 below
Fig. 3
2.2.2 The minimum / maximum sized distances between the firebox mounting
flange and outside wall are shown below in Fig. 4
Fig. 4
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590mm minimum
4
90mm minimum
Fire Opening
410mm minimum
420mm maximum
555mm
minimum,
570mm
maximum
Minimum Flat
Sealing Area
Minimum Installation Depth
285mm MC / RC models
Minimum Installation Depth
248mm EFC models
Maximum Installation Depth 625mm
with standard flue duct MC / RC models
Maximum Installation Depth 588mm
with standard flue duct EFC models
Maximum Installation Depth
1010mm with extended flue duct
on MC / RC models
973mm on EFC models (cost
option extra) - suitable for NG
models only on all control options
2.2.3 NOTE : WHEN MEASURING LENGTH BETWEEN FIREBOX AND
THE OUTER WALL TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE DISTANCE
BETWEEN THE BACK OF THE FIREBOX AND THE INNER WALL AS
THIS WILL VARY BETWEEN INSTALLATIONS, DEPENDENT UPON
THE FIRE SURROUND REBATE OR CAVITY DEPTH. (DIMENSION
“X” BELOW - FIG. 5).
Fig. 5
2.2.4 The appliance must be fitted into a fireplace or false chimney
constructed of non-combustible materials, minimum width 410mm,
minimum height 555mm and minimum surround or false chimney breast
rebate 75mm.
2.3 PREPARATION OF THE WALL
2.3.1 The appliance and flue pipes must be installed at right angles to the
mounting wall. The appliance itself should be installed vertically against
a flat wall. Where an uneven wall surface is found, appropriate action
should be taken to ensure that the appliance is not stressed or does not
distort when installed.
Ensure that the floor surface onto which the appliance is mounted onto
is flat. The minimum height from the floor to the centre of the flue is
shown on fig. 6 overpage.
760mm
405mm
185mm
X
Outer Wall
Inner Wall
485mm Including
Firebox Flanges
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300mm
Cavity
F
lue Terminal
Fig. 6
2.4 PREPARATION OF THE FLUE HOLE
2.4.1 Mark the position of the centre of the flue on the inner wall.
2.4.2 Cut hole for outer flue pipe. There are two possible methods to achieve
this, either core drill or via hammer and chisel.
2.4.3 To core drill, proceed as follows :-
Drill a pilot hole through the wall, in position as specified in figure 6.
Using a 6” core drill, drill the flue hole.
To Hammer and chisel, proceed as follows :-
Mark the position of the centre of the flue pipe as specified in figure 6.
Mark the position of the hole around this point.
Chisel out the area as marked on the wall.
2.4.4 We then recommend that a cardboard cylinder is placed around the flue
pipe and inserted in the chiselled out hole whilst making good.
NOTE :-
If the appliance is to be installed into a building under
construction, it is recommended that a non-corrosive metal
tube of 6” diameter be inserted into the position of the hole.
150mm diameter
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23mm
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2.5 INSTALLATION OF THE GAS SUPPLY
2.5.1 Before installing the firebox, decide from which side or if a rear
connection to the gas supply is required. Plan the pipe run to enter the
firebox from the left, right or rear and connect to the inlet elbow. See
below :-
2.5.2 If concealed pipe work is required plan the pipe run to enter the fire box
through one of the openings in the sides or rear of the fire box and
connect to the inlet elbow. See Fig. 7 & 8 below for a suggested
concealed pipe layout.
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Note : Before breaking into the gas supply a pressure drop test should be
carried out to establish that the existing pipework is sound. Always insert
the grommet into the entry point used (a sharp blow with a hammer or chisel
will be sufficient to knock out the opening selected in the firebox) and with
the grommet fitted cut with a sharp knife to allow the supply pipework to
pass through into the firebox.
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Firebox
Fireplace
Gas Supply
Firebox
Approx.
40mm
Fireplace
Gas Supply
Approx.
40mm
2.6 PREPARATION OF THE FLUE DUCT
2.6.1 Place the firebox into the fire opening with fire surround correctly
secured in the final position. From the outside of the house measure
from the face of the outside wall to the rear panel of the firebox through
the flue hole. Cut the flue duct to this size, using the polythene support
ring to support the flue whilst being cut. Remove the polystyrene
support ring from the flue duct and remove burrs from the pipe.
IMPORTANT : ENSURE THE PIPES ARE CUT SQUARELY.
2.6.2 The joint between the firebox and the flue duct as shown below in Fig. 9
must be secured with screws and sealed with the foil tape as supplied.
In order to do this, the wall plate must removed from the flue pipe /
termination.
Fig. 9
2.6.3 Due to the varying lengths of flue that will be required via differing
installations it will be necessary to drill the flue pipe using the 3 off holes
in the mounting flange on the rear of the combustion chamber as a
guide for positioning. When the holes have been drilled and the screws
fitted, wrap the joint with the foil tape supplied.
2.6.4 Re-fit the wall plate ensuring the outer set of holes as indicated above
in Fig. 9 are used. Use a high temperature sealant to secure the wall
plate to the outside wall of the property before securing with the screws
and rawlplugs supplied to ensure a mechanical fix.
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Lug as shown
should be fitted
uppermost
Wall Plate
Flue
Termination / Pipe
Use the outer set of holes to
secure the wall plate to the
flue pipe / termination
2.7 SECURING OF FIREBOX TO THE OPENING
2.7.1 There is a choice of methods of fixing the firebox that are provided to
enable the installer to deal with any type of installation. The preferred
method of fixing the appliance is the cable fixing method, which is
described in detail in the following section.
2.7.2 If the standard firebox fixing flange is to be used, the firebox may be
secured using the cable method, but in installations where the cable
method is not suitable, e.g.insufficient space behind the firebox, or
loose masonry, the firebox can be fitted directly to either the front of the
fireplace via the flange with the four off screws provided. The firebox will
require sealing to the fireplace, regardless of the method used.
2.7.3 To secure the fire using the preferred cable method, proceed as follows
below :-
2.7.4 Mark out and drill 4 off No 14 6mm holes in the rear face of the fire
opening in the positions as shown in Fig. 10 below.
Fig. 10
2.7.5 Fit the wall plugs provided and screw the fixing eyes securely into the
rear of the fire opening.
2.7.6 Uncoil the two fire fixing cables and thread one end of the each of the
cables through the rear of the fire box, and through each fixing eye at
the top. Thread both cables through the fixing eye’s at the bottom, then
the holes at the bottom of the firebox
2.7.7 Thread the cables through the rear of the firebox, insert the flue pipe /
terminal through the hole in the rear of the opening and offer the firebox
up to the fireplace.
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360mm
500mm
50mm
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