flueless catalytic gas fired heaters installation & servicing instructions
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1. FLUELESS CATALVTIC GAS FIRED HEATERS INSTALLATION amp SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS TO BE LEFT WITH THE CUSTOMER MODENA SERIES 1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION GAS HEAT INTPUT MAX GROSS HEAT INPUT MIN GROSS SUPPLV PRESSURE BURNER PRESSURE HIGH BURNER PRESSURE LOW INJECTOR SIZE GAS CONNECTION GAS CONSUMTION HIGH OXVPILOT 760 422 Fig 1 Modena Installation and Service Manual NATURAL GAS 2 4kW 1 1kW 1 9kPa 1 82kPa 0 45kPa BRAY 3 150 8mm O D TUBE 0 21 m h SEAGAS NG P488 292 617 LPG 2 4kW 1 5kW 2 75kPa 2 75kPa 1 0kPa BRAY 7 70 8mm O D TUBE 0 069 m h SEAGAS P496 top of burner 165 08 06 2 IMPORTANT NOTES This is a High Efficiency Flueless Catalytic Live Flame Effect heater It provides radiant and convected warmth both efficiently and safely utilising the latest type catalytic convector burner technology It is recommended that it is only used as a secondary heat source Before installation ensure that the local distribution conditions identification of the type of gas and pressure and the adjustment of the heater are compatible Refer to the Data plate situated on the underside of bottom tray Fig 2 The heater incorporates a manually controlled gas valve which can be adjusted by the control knob on the front of the gas valve located on the lower right hand side of the heater behind the front panel Fig 2 This heater incorporates a combustion monitoring2. ective devices can be used such as metal heat deflectors but it must be assured that the shelf does not reach an unacceptable temperature before relying on such a solution As with all heating appliances any decorations soft furnishings and all coverings i e flock blown vinyl and embossed paper positioned too close to the stove may discolour or scorch VENTILATION A minimum of 100 cm2 purpose provided ventilation is required for this heater An openable window or equivalent is also required The requirements of any other flued appliance operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation Any ventilation fitted must comply with AS NZS AG 601 NZS 5261 Ventilation fitted under or within immediate vicinity of the heater must not be used as it may adversely effect performance of the ODS system The heater MUST NOT be installed in a bedroom bathroom or any sleeping area Additionally for LPG the heater must not be used in high rise flats or basements Modena Installation and Service Manual 5 08 06 SECURING THE HEATER TO THE WALL Fig 4 Select a suitable site for the heater Remove the front panel and wall plate from the heater Fig 2 Mark the position of the four securing holes using the wall plate as a template ensuring the wall plate is level and that the letter T is at the top Drill and plug the wall with suitable wall plugs Secure the wall plate to the wall using suitable screw
3. h all windows and doors open during this period All surfaces except the controls are considered to be working surfaces Modena Installation and Service Manual 2 08 06 Fig 2 Removing the front panel 1 Remove screw on either side Data plate on underside 3 Lift off m Valve control Modena Installation and Service Manual 3 08 06 3 INSTALLATION This heater is designed to be wall mounted The wall should be reasonabiv flat and of sufficient size to accommodate the heater Fig 1 If the appliance is to be sited near a disused natural draught flue it is recommended that the old flue should be partially sealed off to prevent draughts however some ventilation will be required to prevent condensation ROOM SIZING The room size should be a minimum of 30m e g 3 6m x 3 5m x 2 4m to allow adequate circulation of air and ensure the correct operation of the heater This volume may include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door SITE REQUIREMENTS This heater may be installed in any room in a home however there are exceptions and the heater may not be used in bedrooms bathrooms or shower rooms Additionally for LPG the heater must not be used in high rise flats or basements Installations in living rooms and conservatories are popular however other rooms such as kitchens dining rooms and hallways are permitted providing a suitable gas supply is available and room sizing and ventilat
4. iculite to top of burner A i o lt 4 Fig 4 pilot assembly glass frame securing screws T gas inlet connection Replace the glass frame and the front panel Under no circumstances should the heater be operated with the glass frame removed or the glass damaged or without the vermiculite granules Modena Installation and Service Manual 7 08 06 5 COMMISSIONING THE HEATER The heater is fitted with a pilot light which is also an oxvgen depletion sensor O D S piezo spark and flame sensing device The control is located behind the front panel on the right hand side of the heater Fig 2 The pilot light is located at the right hand end of the burner Should the heater be extinguished for anv reason wait 3 minutes before re ignition is attempted Pull the control valve plastic cover forward and remove Fig 3 Slacken the pressure test point sealing screw and connect a suitable pressure gauge to the pressure test point Fig 3 a Lighting the Pilot Fig 5 Depress control knob fully Whilst depressed turn knob slowly anti clockwise to PILOT Bed setting A click will be heard and the spark should light the pilot Repeat until pilot is visibly lit The operation of the spark can be viewed on the pilot assembly at the right hand end of the burner Keep knob depressed at this point for 15 20 seconds and release the knob Preferably the pilot should be left to stabilise for approximately 5 minutes before igniting the b
5. ion requirements are strictly adhered to The heater is designed to be versatile and as such will operate correctly when exposed to normal gentle draughts experienced within the home It is not recommended however that the heater be installed in areas where it is likely to be exposed to persistent strong draughts that may be generated by outside doors windows or air vents It is recommended that the heater should not be installed within 500mm of any air vent Clearances to non combustibles Non combustible surfaces are defined as brick metal marble concrete etc and also a number of man made materials impervious to flame If in doubt refer to the material manufacturer for further information before proceeding with installation It is recommended that there is at least 300mm 12in clearance above the outlet grille Minimum clearance from the bottom of the outer frame to the floor must be 90mm 3 5 Clearance to the sides of the heater is 50mm 2in however clear and easy access to the controls located on the lower right hand side of the heater behind the front panel on the right hand side must be allowed for and we would therefore recommend that at least 100mm 4 be allowed Clearance to the front of the heater is 500mm 2ft Care must be taken that no brickwork or other incombustible material protrudes into the area immediately around the base of the heater or area underneath the heater in a way that is likely to affect natural airf
6. low into or around the heater Modena Installation and Service Manual 4 08 06 Clearances to combustible materials Combustible materials are defined as wood fabrics or other materials likelv to combust if exposed to flame Generally any material which is likely to discolour melt or misshape when exposed to moderate heat should be considered as a combustible material of surface Any fire surround to be used in conjunction with this heater should be rated at a minimum of 100 C Minimum clearance from the bottom of the outer frame to the floor must be 90mm 3 5 The heater may be mounted directly onto a combustible wall Clearance to the sides of the heater is 100mm 4in but curtains drapes and other fabrics are not permitted within a distance of 500mm 20in of the stove sides No such materials are permitted directly above the heater regardless of distance Clearance to the front of the heater is 1000mm 39in A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the heater providing that it complies with the dimensions given below Maximum depth of shelf Minimum distance from top of outlet grille to underside of shelf 75mm 3in 305mm 12in 150mm 6in 457mm 18in 457mm 18in 1067mm 42in The shelf depth may be increased up to a maximum of 457mm 18 but the height must also be increased accordingly An increase in height of 25mm is required for every 12 5mm of additional shelf depth For shelves that are too low prot
7. ordance with Fig 7 b If the Co figures are more than given in Fig 7 below the catalyser this suggests that either the aeration holes on the burner require cleaning or new vermiculite granules are required Turn OFF the heater and investigate and correct c Ifthe Co figures are more than given in Fig 7 above the outlet grille this suggests that the catalyser is due for changing d Replace the combustion test cover ix Check that the purpose provided air vent is non obstructed remove screws and combustion test cover expose the combustion test hole FIG 6 Fire wall angled View Modena Installation and Service Manual 10 08 06 Above Catalvser Below Catalvser Co ppm Less than 10 Less than 300 Co Approx 2 3 5 Approx 3 5 5 0 Fig 7 Masport Gasfires are distributed in New Zealand bv Glen Dimplex Australasia Ltd 38 HARRIS ROAD EAST TAMAKI PO Box 58 473 Greenmount Auckland New Zealand For servicing heater call 0800 666 2824 New Zealand www masportheating com Installed by Date
8. s ensuring the wall plate is level Secure the heater bodv to the wall plate using the M5 nuts and washers provided pressure test point di in 1 r L n Sa M d d Re CY M Li Tes gas inlet connec Fig 3 tion GAS CONNECTION The gas inlet connection is located on the gas valve underneath the heater at the right hand side Fig 4 The gas supplv mav connect to the heater up the wall or bv concealed connection below the heater Concealed pipes should not be routed through walls without being protected bv sleeving or conduit No more than 2 5m of 8mm dia pipe must be used to avoid unnecessarv pressure drops An isolation tap should be provided on the gas inlet to the heater If a concealed gas connection is to be made the supplv pipe should alwavs be sleeved through walls and floors using the shortest possible route When making the gas connection ensure that the front panel will not foul the pipe or isolation tap Modena Installation and Service Manual 6 08 06 4 FITTING THE VERMICULITE GRANULES Remove the glass frame securing screws and remove the glass panel complete Fig 4 Pour the vermiculite granules into the burner Fill the burner completelv to the top as shown below Do not overfill the vermiculite over the top of the burner in the area of the pilot flame wall template securing holes 4 33 wall template heater body nuts amp washers M5 securing heater body 4 glass frame verm
9. system ODS It must not be adjusted or put out of operation If replaced then manufacturers original parts must be used The heater is designed to fit various types of situations as listed in the Installation Requirements This heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions and with the rules in force and only used in a sufficiently ventilated space A minimum of 100cm purpose provided ventilation is required for this appliance An openable window or louvre is also required This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type and at the pressure stated on the appliance data plate The room size should be a minimum of 30m 1059ft to allow adequate circulation of air and ensure the correct operation of the heater This volume may include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door The heater must not be installed in a bedroom bathroom or any sleeping area Additionally for LPG the heater must not be used in high rise flats or basements The heater does not require a flue system of any type as the catalytic converter cleans the flue products to provide a complete combustion system The heater must only be installed by an authorized person On initial light up of a new heater the newness will burn off within the first few hours of operation During this period some smoke may be emitted from the outlet grille this should be no cause for concern Accordingly the room should be well ventilated wit
10. system requires replacement only original manufacturers parts must be used The following servicing procedure should be carried out regularly and only by a qualified person i Ensure that the heater is turned off and is cold ii Remove the front panel glass frame securing screws and the glass frame Fig 2 iii Carefully remove any deposits of dirt lint etc from the vermiculite burner bed aeration holes and pilot assembly with a soft brush Do not use a vacuum cleaner near the vermiculite burner bed iv Clean the pilot aeration hole v Inspect the catalyst for sign of damage and dirt The expected life of the catalyst is in excess of 11 000 hours 10 years of normal use After this time the catalyst should be replaced If there are any deposits of dirt or soot on the catalyst clean with a soft brush and a vacuum cleaner vi Due to high temperatures reached within the heater surface cracks may appear on the back board behind the flames This is quite normal and will not affect the safe operation of the heater Replace the glass frame vii Check the high and low burner setting pressures as described in 5 COMMISSIONING THE HEATER viii Check the safe operation of the heater If a combustion analyser is available check the combustion performance of the stove as follows a With the heater cold remove the combustion test cover Fig 6 Light the heater on HIGH and after 15 minutes check the combustion performance is in acc
11. urner b High Setting Fig 5 If E is not already lit light the pilot as described above With control knob at PILOT setting depress and turn anti clockwise to HIGH setting and release the knob After a few seconds the burner will light on high setting Check that the high burner pressure is in accordance with that given in the TECHNICAL INFORMATION section The pressure is factory set and should not require adjustment but if necessary adjust the HIGH FLAME SCREW Fig 3 c Low Setting Fig 5 If the heater is not already lit on HIGH setting ignite the heater to HIGH setting as described above Turn the control knob until LOW setting is reached Check that the LOW burner pressure is in accordance with that given in the TECHNICAL INFORMATION section The pressure is factory set and should not require adjustment but if necessary adjust the LOW FLAME SCREW Fig 3 d Turning the Heater OFF Fig 5 From any heat setting depress the control knob fully and turn clockwise to PILOT position Disconnect the pressure gauge tighten the pressure test point sealing screw and test for gas soundness Replace the control valve plastic cover e Turning the Pilot OFF Fig 5 From any heat setting or the PILOT position depress the control knob fully and turn clockwise to OFF position control knob Fig 5 Modena Installation and Service Manual 8 08 06 6 CUSTOMER BRIEFING Advise the customer how to
12. use the heater Advise the customer that the pilot light should be left on even if the main burner is switched off Point out that the operating procedure is in the User Instructions Explain to the customer that the heater has a flame sensing and oxvgen depletion monitoring svstem Point out the explanation of this svstem in the User Instructions Advise that if the monitoring system repeatedly shuts off the heater it should be switched off and a specialist consulted Advise that if the heater goes out for any reason wait at least 3 minutes before re lighting Advise the customer that due to newness of materials the heater may give off a smell for a period of time after commissioning and that this is quite normal and anv odours should disappear after a few hours operation Advise the customer that the heater should not be used if the glass becomes damaged or without vermiculite granules Stress that no coals or logs must be added to the heater and that any replacement parts must only be authorised Masport spares Recommend that the heater is regularly serviced at least once a year by a qualified person Hand these Instructions and the User Instructions to the customer Modena Installation and Service Manual 9 08 06 7 SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS The heater is fitted with a pilot light and flame sensing device which is also an oxvgen depletion sensor O D S This is not adjustable and must not be put out of action If any parts of this
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