Smeg combined installation manual A 300807 - 2
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1. i i i 2 2014 Focal Point Fires plc Clearances to combustible materials continued Clearance to the sides of the appliance are 100mm 4 but curtains drapes and other fabrics are not permitted within a distance of 500mm 20 of the appliance side see figure 6 No such materials are permitted directly above the appliance regardless of distance The minimum clearance to the celling above the appliance is 800mm 31 5 measured from the top of the appliance Combustible materials should not be positioned directly in front of the appliance within a distance of 1000mm It should be established that any mirrors or picture frames etc to be positioned on the wall above the appliance are able to withstand prolonged exposure to moderate heat before they are fitted above the appliance or the appliance is installed underneath them The back of the appliance may be installed directly in front of a combustible wall providing it is flat and does not interfere with the var ious vent holes in the back panel of the appliance The wall must be structurally sound and be constructed from a material capable of withstanding moderate heat Brick concrete finished plaster most types of conventional wall paper and dry lined plasterboard are usu ally examples of suitable materials however as there are many methods of wall construction and many variations in the composition of construc2. Inlet openings DO NOT BLOCK exception of the control knob The guard glass front is to prevent risk of fire or injury from burns and no part of it should be permanently removed It Does Not Give Full Protection For Young Children Or The Infirm Where young children pets the elderly or infirm are concerned a suitable fireguard should be used e Consult ALL instructions before installation and use of this appliance This appliance is free from any asbestos material 2 2014 Focal Point Fires plc 2 0 APPLIANCE DATA GD Inlet Operating Destination Country wea eee Te os EAE Specifications NGMods O LPG Models TBC Please see Data Badge affixed to appliance for current data This appliance is for use only with the gas type and at the pressure stated on the appliance Data Badge 3 0 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS If the appliance is to be sited near a disused or unserviceable fireplace served by a natural draught flue then the old flue must be sealed off It will be necessary to ventilate the old flue to prevent condensation and dampness forming however any air vent used to ventilate the old flue must not be sited within 1000mm of this appliance If the flue can be ventilated to the outside of the building then this is usually the best solution If in doubt then advice should be sought from a local building control officer The appliance is designed to be floor mounted If the appliance is to be mounted in fro
3. 3 All appliances must have been installed and operated in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 3 Year Guarantee Terms and Conditions Please be advised that the 3 year guarantee only covers products purchased on or after 1st February 2009 The 3 year guarantee is only applicable to purchases made through an authorised stockist retailer Please see our website for a list of authorised stockists Any purchase s made through an unauthorised stockist s will be eligible for a statutory 1 year guarantee For all gas fires purchased the 3 year guarantee commences from the date of purchase provided that the following 4 terms and conditions are adhered to 1 For any claim to be made within the 3 years from date of purchase you will be required to provide and supply us with your original proof of purchase 2 Your gas fire must have been commissioned by Gas Safe registered installer evidence of which you must provide together with the registration number 3 Your appliance must have been serviced annually by Gas Safe registered installer evidence of which must be provided such as the receipt 4 Purchase s must be made through an authorised stockist retailer Please note all consumable items such as any ceramics including coals pebbles the matrix front strips side cheeks rear panels and tapered rear panels are not covered by the 3 year guarantee During the guarantee period any product or component which is proved to be faulty or def
4. control handle left to the HIGH flame setting The fire can also be set to operate anywhere between HIGH and LOW by moving the control handle to an intermediate position To turn the fire OFF move the control handle left fully to the position marked O The pressure test point is located on the inlet restrictor elbow in the centre of the burner as shown in figure 19 Release the pressure test point screw and attach a pressure gauge Light the fire on the HIGH setting To commission the appliance the operating pressure must be in accordance with the figures stated in section 2 0 of these instructions The fire is factory set to achieve the correct flow rates at the specified inlet pressure Any significant variation in the operating pressure could indicate a supply problem If the inlet pressure is too high the gas supply meter governor may be set incorrectly This should be checked with the fire running and if necessary reset by the gas supplier If the operating pressure is too low then check the meter governor pressure with the appliance running If this is less than the inlet pressure stated in section 2 0 of these instructions it will need to be reset by the gas supplier If the inlet pressure is too low but the meter governor pressure is acceptable then a problem in the supply pipework is to be suspected Upon satisfactory checking of the inlet pressure turn the fire off disconnect the pressure gauge and refit the test point scre
5. electrode lead thermocouple lead and then the complete valve Replacement must be original manufacturers parts Re assembly is the reverse of removal Ensure setting pressures are as stated in Section 2 Appliance Data Remove the burner unit as detailed in section 8 1 then remove the lint arrestor and pilot unit by using a screwdriver to remove the retaining screws Clean the pilot assembly with a soft brush and blow through Check the aeration holes are free of any dirt or lint Clean thoroughly The connection can be removed from the base of the pilot unit using two spanners to make cleaning easier Do not damage or try to dismantle the pilot injector The unit is factory set and the only check necessary is to ensure the spark gap is correct See spec ifications for gap setting in section 8 1 NEVER MODIFY OR BEND THE THERMOCOUPLE TO MAKE THE PILOT STAY ALIGHT If the pilot will not stay lit there is a problem with dirt the gas supply or the thermocouple needs replacement Modifications are dan gerous and can have a serious unseen effect on safety and therefore MUST not be done Replacements must be original manufacturers parts Re assembly is the reverse of removal Ensure setting pressures are as stated in Section 2 Appliance Data It is recommended that the catalysts are inspected for signs of damage and dirt during routine servicing procedures The expected life of the catalysts is in excess of 1 000 hours 10 years of normal use After t
6. 0 Combustion Monitoring System 4 8 0 Servicing 4 9 0 Cleaning 5 10 0 Replacing the Battery 5 11 0 List of Replacement Parts 5 12 0 Installation Details 6 13 0 Service History 6 14 0 Appliance Dimensions 7 15 0 Guarantee Terms and Conditions 7 e The installation and servicing of this fire MUST only be carried out by a correctly quali Figure Outlet openings fied GAS SAFE registered person DO NOT BLOCK Before you let your gas engineer into your home to work on your gas appliances make sure you check the front and back of their Gas Safe ID card If they don t show this to you when they turn up at your door then don t be afraid to ask to see it The card is there for your protection Make sure that you check the front and back of the card Check the front of the card for the photo the start date and expiry date the licence number the security hologram and that the engineer is from the business you employed Check the back of the card to make sure your engineer is qualified to do the gas work you want to be done which in this case is Fire and Pipework Check their qualifications are up to date You can also check that your engineer is Gas Safe registered by calling Gas Safe Register on 0800 408 5500 using the check an engineer online at www gassaferegister co uk or by texting Gas followed by the engineers licence number to 85080 Please note Your provider may charge a standard network charge to use the text service If
7. 0 LIST OF REPLACEMENT PARTS The Installation instructions carry full servicing details for the use of the installer PART NO ITEM F550436 Ceramic log set F550433 Ceramic brick tiles F550435 Glass tiles F550339 Glass door assembly F730067 Gas valve F730069 Pilot assembly Natural Gas TBC Pilot assembly LPG Propane F730070 Injector Natural Gas 1 30 F730104 Injector LPG Propane 83 F510127 Burner unit Natural Gas F510133 Burner unit LPG Propane F780079 Catalyst F740004 Ignitor 2014 Focal Point Fires plc 12 0 INSTALLATION DETAILS Supplied by Name amp contact details of installer Installer GAS SAFE registration No Model Fire serial No Date installed 13 0 SERVICE HISTORY Serviced by name GAS SAFE No Contact details of Engineer 6 2014 Focal Point Fires plc Figure 14 628 All dimensions in mm Registration is not required Appliances purchased prior to 1st February 2009 and those specifically marked as 1 year guarantee on this website are guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase provided that the following three terms and conditions are adhered to 1 For any claim to be made within 1 year from date of purchase you will be required to provide and supply us with your original proof of purchase 2 Your gas fire must have been commissioned by Gas Safe registered installer evidence of which you must provide together with the registration number
8. Focal Point Fires plc cD Firstly remove the decorative casting assembly as described in section 7 1 Remove the control handle and disconnect the gas connec tion inside appliance The gas connections to the gas valve can now be released Undo the two screws retaining the burner support brackets to the left and right hand side of the firebox The burner may now be removed Remove the pilot and main burner pipes and blow through to dislodge any debris Now remove the restrictor elbow and blow through to make sure it is entirely clear Unclip the pilot lint gauze and clean with a soft brush Clean the exterior of the pilot assembly with a soft brush and blow through the flame ports on the pilot head Check the aeration holes are free from lint or dirt The pilot assembly can be removed if required by dis connecting the electrode HT lead gas pipe and unscrewing the mounting screws and lifting away The pilot assembly is a non serviceable item and should not be taken apart Aeration holes must be absolutely clear internally for prop er operation NEVER MODIFY OR BEND THE THERMOCOUPLE TO MAKE THE PILOT STAY ALIGHT Modifications are dan gerous and can have serious unseen effects on safety If the pilot will not stay lit there is a problem with dirt the gas supply to it or the thermocouple needs replacement The gas valve is a non serviceable item If this needs replacement remove securing screws holding the valve in place remove all pipe unions
9. a All dimensions All dimensions shelf above the appliance to protect the TV from the heat produced by the stove mm a The shelf must be constructed from a non combustible material positioned Figure 6 All dimensions in mm 400mm from the top of the appliance There must then be a clearance of 200mm from the top of the shelf to the bottom of the TV The depth of the shelf depends 500 on the depth or protrusion from the wall of the TV but must extend at least 50mm outward from the front of the TV See figure 5 If a minimum distance of 50mm to the TV from the shelf front cannot be achieved it is acceptable to posi tion the stove forward from the wall and use a deeper shelf If this the case then the stove must be installed so as to prevent movement back to the wall The non combustible shelf must not project further forward than the back edge of the outlet grille on the top of the stove In all cases the shelf must extend at least 50mm forwards from the TV Clearance to other combustible materials Clearance to the sides of the appliance are 100mm 4 but curtains drapes and other fabrics are not permitted within a distance of 500mm 20 of the appliance side see figure 6 No such materials are permitted directly above the appliance regardless of distance The minimum clearance to the celling above the appliance is 800mm 31 5 measured from the top of the appliance Combustible materials should not be positioned directly in
10. air circulation These vents should commu nicate with each other via the space inside of the false chimney breast in order to prevent heat build up within the void and maximise the heat released into the room Inside the inglenook the minimum clearance from the top of the appliance is 220mm Refer to figure 2 for clearance to the back sides and front of the appli ance Where an inglenook type installation is created below a disused flue then the flue should be properly de commissioned and sealed at the base using non com bustible materials The old flue should be ventilated to prevent condensation and possible damage to the fabric of the building This ventilation cannot be used as purpose provided ventilation for the appliance and separate provision must be made for this refer to section 4 0 for information on ventilation Clearance to combustible materials For other types of installations it may be necessary to install the appliance in prox All dimensions imity to combustible materials Combustible materials are generally defined as wood fabrics or other materials likely to combust if exposed to flame Generally Figure 5 All dimensions in mm any material which is likely to discolour melt or misshape when exposed to mod E erate heat should be considered as a combustible material or surface If a com bustible shelf or wooden fire surround are to be sited in proximity to the stove the following clearances see figure 5 mus
11. cD No gas to fire check isolators are open and gas supply is on Pipework blockage clean out Air not fully purged re purge supply or wait longer Spark earthing to metalwork reset gap correctly Blocked pilot clean out internally Severe restriction in gas supply clear obstruction Faulty thermocouple replace pilot unit Blocked pilot clean out Blocked lint gauze clean Hold control handle in the spark position for longer Check control handle does not foul front casting If the pilot will not stay lit there could be a problem with contamination of the gas supply drafts room size and or ventilation or the thermocouple needs replacement Modifications are dangerous and can have a serious unseen effect on safety NEVER MODIFY OR BEND THE THERMOCOUPLE TO MAKE THE PILOT STAY ALIGHT Replace battery See section 10 0 of the user instructions HT lead detached refit Check the spark gap see section 8 1 Faulty piezo unit replace Debris shorting out electrode clean Spark shorting to metalwork under tray check routing of HT lead under burner Loose or faulty thermocouple rectify Blocked pilot clean out Fire is sited in a draft Door or window has been opened creating a draft A wall which the fire is sited near has a hole holes through which there is a draft Fire is too close to an air vent Fire is sited on disused chimney breast which has not been adequately sealed up Dirt or lint in pilot aeration
12. de commissioned and sealed at the base using non com bustible materials The old flue should be ventilated to prevent condensation and possible damage to the fabric of the building This ventilation cannot be used as L purpose provided ventilation for the appliance and separate provision must be made for this refer to section 4 1 for information on ventilation Clearance to combustible materials For other types of installations it may be necessary to install the appliance in prox imity to combustible materials Combustible materials are generally defined as wood fabrics or other materials likely to combust if exposed to flame Generally any material which is likely to discolour melt or misshape when exposed to mod erate heat should be considered as a combustible material or surface If a com bustible shelf or wooden fire surround are to be sited in proximity to the stove the following clearances see figure 4 must be adhered to Figure 3 i N Ye All dimensions J el in mm eee Minimum distance from the top of the Maximum depth of shelf appliance to the underside of the shelf 50mm 220mm 75mm 280mm 150mm 450mm a TV installation Note TV manufacturer s instructions must be consulted and take precedence insofar as positioning of heating appliances are concerned If the stove is to be installed underneath a wall mounted TV then this can be achieved by installing
13. figure Do not place objects on top of the appliance e It should be noted that heaters create warm air currents These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to the heater Installing the heater next to vinyl or cloth wall cov erings or operating the heater where impurities in the air such as tobacco smoke can dle smoke etc exist may cause the walls to become discoloured e This appliance is intended as a secondary source of heat only and should not be used in a room without some form of background heating present If the appliance is used in a room as the sole source of heat then condensation may occur on colder surfaces within the room e On first light up of a new appliance burning off of high temperature paint and lubri cants may occur for 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 with all windows and doors open during this peri od During this period the appliance may cause smoke alarms to sound If this happens reset the alarms but do not remove the batteries e WARNING Due to the nature of this product the area around the top of the appli ance i e the grille gets very hot Care should be taken when operating the appliance The manufacturer of this appliance considers all surfaces as working surfaces with the Figure Outlet openings DO NOT BLOCK
14. front of the appliance within a distance of 1000mm It should be established that any mirrors or picture frames etc to be positioned on the wall above the appliance are able to withstand prolonged exposure to moderate heat before they are fitted above the appliance or the appliance is installed underneath them The back of the appliance may be installed directly in front of a combustible wall providing it is flat and does not interfere with the var ious vent holes in the back panel of the appliance The wall must be structurally sound and be constructed from a material capable of withstanding moderate heat Brick concrete finished plaster most types of conventional wall paper and dry lined plasterboard are usu ally examples of suitable materials however as there are many methods of wall construction and many variations in the composition of construction materials in some circumstances cracking may occur to plasterwork Materials such as flock blown vinyl and embossed paper which are sensitive to even small amounts of heat should be avoided as scorching and or discolouration may occur over time Avoid siting the appliance near joins or joints in plasterboard as exposure to moderate heat may cause cracking along the joint line The appliance weighs 32kgs and it is important that the floor can support this weight Take care that loose rugs are kept clear of the appli ance as these can move against the appliance and become damaged 4 2014 Focal Po
15. installed in any room in the home except bathrooms In accordance with BS5871 part 4 installation in bed rooms is permitted If the appliance is to be installed in a bedroom then an electric carbon monoxide detector complying with the current edition of BSEN 50291 must be installed in the same room as the appliance For maximum safety it is recommended that such device is continuously mains powered and arranged in such a way that the gas supply to the appliance is isolated in the event of an alarm The selection and installation of such device shall be in accordance with the current edition of BSEN 50292 and the user must be briefed regarding the use and maintenance of such device 2014 Focal Point Fires plc The appliance is designed to be versatile and as such will operate correctly when exposed to normal gentle draughts experienced within the home It is 100 not recommended however that the appliance be installed in areas where it is likely to be directly exposed to persistent strong draughts that may be gen TTT amp S erated by outside doors windows air vents air conditioning units extractor fans ceiling fans etc See section 4 0 for more information on ventilation Clearances to non combustibles Non combustible surfaces are defined as brick metal natural stone concrete etc and also a number of man made materials impervious to flame If in doubt refer to the mate
16. INSTALLATION amp USER INSTRUCTIONS HIGH EFFICIENCY GAS STOVE MODELS COVERED BY THESE INSTRUCTIONS LEIRVIK FLUELESS STOVE FOC OINT DALVIK FLUELESS STOVE Focal Point Fires plc Christchurch Dorset BH23 2BT Tel 01202 499330 Fax 01202 499326 www focalpointfires co uk e sales focalpointfires co uk lt D MODEL SHOWN DALVIK FLUELESS STOVE Questions or problems with your appliance Don t take it back to the store WR V ULHI GIUI just give us a call on 01202 588601 were here to help lines open between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday SUBJECT TO TERMS amp CONDITIONS For details please see www focalpointfires co uk tandes or telephone 01202 588635 Option 7 IN THE UK ALWAYS USE A GAS SAFE REGISTERED ENGINEER TO INSTALL REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS APPLIANCE Please note Except where otherwise stated all rights includ ing copyright in the text images and layout of this booklet is owned by Focal Point Fires plc You are not permitted to copy or adapt any of the content without the prior written per All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping mission of Focal Point Fires plc REGISTER Revision B 10 14 2014 Focal Point Fires plc Dd Section Contents Page No Section Contents Page No 1 0 Important Notes 2 0 Appliance Data 3 0 Installation Requirements 3 1 Room Sizing 4 0 Site Requirements 4 1 Ventilation 5 0
17. Unpacking the Appliance 5 1 Component Checklist 6 0 Gas Supply Routes 7 0 Fixing the Appliance 7 1 Removing Installing Castings 10 3 Catalysts O U U U WM UW WW WwW DN 10 0 Servicing 10 1 Servicing the Burner Unit 10 2 Pilot Assembly 7 2 Installing the ceramics 6 8 0 Testing and Commissioning 7 8 1 Checking the Burner amp Spark Gap 7 8 2 Operating the Appliance 8 8 3 Operating Pressure 8 9 0 Briefing the customer 8 8 9 9 9 9 10 4 Testing for Firebox Leakage 11 0 Troubleshooting Guide 10 e This appliance is a high efficiency flueless catalytic flame effect gas fire It provides radiant and convected warmth both efficiently and safely utilising the latest type of catalytic converter and burner technology e The appliance does not require a flue system of any type as the catalytic converter cleans the flue products to provide a com plete combustion system which is intrinsically safe It is designed to operate on Natural Gas or LPG and is factory set for oper ation on the gas type and at the pressure stated on the appliance data plate e The appliance incorporates a combustion monitoring system Oxygen Depletion System It must not be adjusted or put out of operation If replaced then manufacturer s original parts must be used e This appliance must be installed by a GAS SAFE registered person to ensure that the size of the room in which the appliance is to be installed is sufficient and the ventilation provisio
18. d 0 0015 If replacing firstly remove the decorative castings as described in section 7 1 and outer casing The catalysts are located on the top of the internal firebox and can be removed by unscrewing the retaining nuts securing the clamping plates Refit the new catalysts and seals in reverse order ensure the catalysts and the glass door have good seals Appliances that are several years old or have been extensively dismantled should be checked for soundness It is important that all the products of combustion pass through the catalytic converter at the top of the firebox before leaving the appliance The firebox is heat ed by lighting for a few minutes to provide a flow through the firebox The burner is then shut off and a smoke pellet or match intro duced at the base of the fire underneath the burner tray Large quantities of smoke will emerge from the top of the appliance but none should emerge from the joints or gasket faces especially around the door It is important to note that the appliance can never be expect ed to be 100 smoke tight and small quantities of smoke may be seen in corners of joints and gasket faces etc without affecting safety when the fire is in operation 9 2014 Focal Point Fires plc Fire sparks but pilot does not light Pilot lights but then goes out Fire does not spark at pilot Fire runs for a time and then cuts off Pilot flame shrinks when fire is on high Fire smells when first lit or in use
19. eable fireguard for portable heating appliances Example of detachable fireguard Key Key Optional base section for total enclosure of a wall mounted appliance Detachable fireguard 2 Points for attachment to a wall 2 Screw eye Purpose provided ventilation of 100cm MUST be provided for this appliance An openable window or equivalent is also required Any ventilation fitted must comply with local Codes and or Regulations Ventilation fitted under or within immediate vicinity of the appliance must not be used as it may adversely affect performance of the combustion monitoring system ODS system The appliance shall not be installed within one metre of any existing air vent and any new air vent shall not be installed within one metre of the appliance WARNING Ventilation openings must never be blocked or restricted in any way The requirements of other appliances operating in the space or room must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation requirements this should have been carried out by your installer A supply of fresh air into the room is advisable to maintain tempera tures within limits The room size MUST be a minimum of 35m e g 3 8m x 3 8m x 2 425m or 12 5 x 12 5 x 8 This is to allow adequate circulation of air and ensure the correct operation of the fire This volume may include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door Note To calculate a room size in cubic m
20. ease note that this does not affect your statutory rights As our policy is one of continuous improvement and development we hope therefore you will understand we must retain the right to amend details and or specifications without prior notice 7 2014 Focal Point Fires plc F861227
21. ective in manufacture will be repaired or replaced free of material and labour charges providing that we have authorised or carried out the repair or replacement We will not accept or reimburse the costs of any third party who undertakes any work carried on the product or fits parts unless we have approved such work in advance of it being carried out The guarantee period will not be extended even if we repair or replace any product or part For all electric fires purchased the 3 year guarantee commences from the date of purchase providing that you can supply the proof of purchase This does not cover consumable items such as pebbles coals or light bulbs Purchase s must be made through an authorised stockist Making a claim Making a claim is easy If you wish to make a claim under our guarantee and all the terms and conditions for your product have been met then please submit the fol lowing information for the attention of the 3G Service Department to the address below Alternatively you can email or fax Focal Point Fires 3G Service Department Reid Street Christchurch Dorset BH23 2BT Email 3g focalpointfires co uk Fax 01202 588639 Details required 1 Name full address including postal code and contact telephone number 2 A copy of your proof of purchase e g receipt or bank statement 3 Original installers Gas Safe registration number gas fires only 4 Annual service receipt for every 12 months gas fires only Pl
22. etres m divide the room volume in cubic feet ft by 35 3 It should be noted that heaters create warm air currents These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to the heater Installing the heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating the heater where impurities in the air such as tobacco smoke candle smoke etc exist may cause the walls to become discoloured This appliance is intended as a secondary source of heat only and should not be used in a room without some form of background heating present If the appliance is used in a room as the sole source of heat then condensation may occur on colder surfaces within the room This appliance must not be used in bathrooms Refer to section 4 0 of the installation instructions for guidance on installations in bedrooms 3 2014 Focal Point Fires plc 5 0 FUEL BED LAYOUT Ensure that the fire is off and cool before attempting to remove or assemble casting The stove is supplied with the casting fitted To access the fuel bed it is nec essary to partially dis assemble the stove see figure 8 A no 2 pozi drive screwdriver will be required for this The procedure is as follows Figure 8 Remove the top grille by the two screws in the top of the appliance and push the rear of the grille down so the opposite end of the grille lifts up DO NOT LEVER OFF 2 Remove the top casting by unscrewing the four screws holding it in place 3 Unscrew the cross head screw holding
23. his time the catalysts should be replaced If there are any deposits of dirt or soot on the catalyst they should be cleaned with a soft brush and a vacuum cleaner The perform ance of the catalysts may be checked using a combustion gas analyser as follows Any analyser used should conform to EN 50379 3 Ignite the fire as per the operating instructions and run at maximum setting for 15 minutes Position gas sample probe directly over the cata lysts via the outlet grille on top of the appliance Record the carbon dioxide CO concentration and then the carbon monoxide CO concentration as displayed by the analyser also noting the units in which the values are expressed Most analysers display carbon diox ide CO4 concentrations in percentage terms and carbon monoxide concentration in parts per million ppm terms The reading will be more accurate if the CO3 is greater than 1 In order to calculate the combustion ratio for the appliance CO CO gt it is first necessary to express both gas concentrations in terms of percentage To convert from parts per million ppm to a percentage divide the ppm figure by 10 000 Examples 35ppm 0 0035 I5ppm 0 0015 5ppm 0 0005 Now divide the concentration of carbon monoxide CO expressed in percent by the concentra tion of carbon dioxide CO3 to obtain the appliance combustion ratio er ratio CO The combustion ratio of the gasses emitted by the catalytic convertor should not excee
24. hole or on the lint gauze clean thoroughly If the pilot will not stay lit there could be a problem with contamination of the gas supply drafts room size and or ventilation or the thermocouple needs replacement Modifications are dangerous and can have a serious unseen effect on safety NEVER MODIFY OR BEND THE THERMOCOUPLE TO MAKE THE PILOT STAY ALIGHT Poor gas flow to fire check pressure with fire on high If pressure is low remove any restriction in pipework or valve Check all isolators are adequately sized and fully open Check meter pressure is adequate If the pilot will not stay lit there could be a problem with contamination of the gas supply drafts room size and or ventilation or the thermocouple needs replacement Modifications are dangerous and can have a serious unseen effect on safety NEVER MODIFY OR BEND THE THERMOCOUPLE TO MAKE THE PILOT STAY ALIGHT Newness smell from brand new appliance Leakage occurring Carry out leakage check and rectify any problems Combustible materials used in incorrect positions Airborne substances such as cleaning materials air fresheners are being drawn through the fire Other airborne contaminants such as dust tobacco smoke paint vapours 10 2014 Focal Point Fires plc Section Content Page No 1 0 Important Notes 2 0 Siting amp Clearances Around the Stove 2 3 0 Fire Guards 3 4 0 Ventilation amp Room Size 3 5 0 Fuel Bed Layout 4 6 0 Operating the Appliance 4 7
25. ind e Combustible items such as flooring and furniture or soft wall coverings such as blown vinyl or embossed paper low temperature surrounds etc may discolour if fitted too close to the fire See relevant section for further details on clearances to combustibles No combustible materials or flooring should protrude onto the hearth if fitted e This appliance incorporates a combustion monitoring system ODS e DO NOT burn any foreign material on this fire Under no circumstances shall the appliance be used if the glass front door or panel has been removed damaged or is open On no account should the appliance inlet or outlet openings be blocked or obstructed in any way see figure 1 DO NOT place objects on top of the appliance e WARNING Due to the nature of this product the area around the top of the appliance i e the grille gets very hot Care should be taken when operating the appliance The integral catalysts should be checked by the installer upon servicing to ensure there are no defects or obstructions that may pre vent the satisfactory flow of combustion products 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 e Should any home improvements be carried out to the property after the fire is installed such as installation of extractor fans for example the fire should be re checked by a competent person for safe operation e This appliance may be
26. int Fires plc No part of any combustible curtains or drapes are permitted within 500mm of the sides of the appliance 4 1 VENTILATION GB IE If the room in which the appliance is installed is naturally ventilated a minimum of 100 cm purpose provided ventilation MUST be pro vided for this appliance This may be achieved either with one vent 100 cm at a high or low position in the room or split ventilation i e 50 cm to be installed at high level and 50 cm to be installed at low level within the room An openable window or equivalent is also required To reduce the possibility of draughts road noise or insects entering the room via the air vent we recommend an air vent of the type that feature internal baffles Ventilation fitted under or within immediate vicinity of the appliance must not be used as it may adversely affect performance of the ODS system The appliance shall not be installed within one metre of any existing air vent and any new air vent shall not be installed within one metre of the appliance If the room in which the appliance is to be installed is served by heat recovery ventilation HRV or energy recovery ventilation ERV then no purpose provided ventilation is required but a room air change rate of at least one air change per hour is required for this appli ance The appliance MUST be interlocked with the ventilation system such that it is only possible to operate the appliance if the venti lation system is i
27. is recommended that such device is continuously mains powered and arranged in such a way that the gas supply to the appliance is isolated in the event of an alarm The selection and instal Figure 2 lation of such device shall be in accordance with the current edition of BSEN 50292 and the user must be briefed regarding the use and maintenance of such a device The appliance 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 appliance be installed in areas where it is likely to be directly exposed to persistent strong draughts that may be gen erated by outside doors windows air vents air conditioning units extractor fans ceiling fans etc See section 4 1 for more information on ventilation Clearances to non combustible materials Non combustible surfaces are defined as brick metal natural stone 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 Clearances to the sides of the appliance are 100mm 4 Clearance to the a e e 99 aa Cc OO Cc OO Cc Cc OO Cc CU o all front of the appliance is 500mm 20 The back of the appliance may be installed directly in front of a non com Note oe minimum dance be no
28. n bustible wall providing the area behind the appliance is flat and does not inter a saat s ths solic woe ades fere with the various vent holes in the back panel of the appliance Bl Ain tin atin 2014 Focal Point Fires ple A non combustible shelf of any depth may be positioned above the appliance pro vided it is no closer than 220mm 8 66 from the top of the appliance glass panel and the wall above the appliance is non combustible The appliance can be mount ed directly onto all types of combustible floors and hearths Inglenooks amp false chimney breasts Where fitting in an inglenook or false chimney breast the top back and sides of the inglenook wall must be of a non combustible material such as calcium silicate brick or stone Sizes and clearances must be in accordance with figure 2 If a void is created in a false chimney breast above the appliance it should be vented at high and low levels to allow air circulation see figure 3 These vents should com municate with each other via the space inside of the false chimney breast in High and order to prevent heat build up within the void and maximise the heat released a 220 oe into the room Inside the inglenook the minimum clearance from the top of the appliance is 220mm Refer to figure 2 for clearance to the back sides and front of the appliance Where an inglenook type installation is created below a disused flue then the flue should be properly
29. n for that room is sufficient for the appliance Details of how to deter mine the suitable room size is given in section 3 1 of these instructions and details of how to determine suitable ventilation are given in section 4 1 e In the event of gas leakage from the appliance the gas supply must be turned off at the nearest isolating valve e The appliance must be installed in accordance with the following e Manufacturers Instructions e The Building Regulations issued by the Department for Communities and Local Government the Building Standards Scotland Consolidation Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department e Relevant British standards insofar as the relevant areas are not covered by these instructions e For Republic of Ireland reference should be made to the current edition of IS813 the relevant standards governing installation e Failure to comply with the above could lead to prosecution and deem the manufacturer s warranty invalid e This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and used only in a sufficiently ventilated space The appli ance is designed to fit various types of situations as described in sections 3 0 and 4 0 The appliance must be installed in a cor rectly sized room see section 3 1 and the correct purpose provided ventilation must be provided see section 4 1 e On no account should the appliance inlet or outlet openings be blocked or obstructed in any way see
30. n of BS 6891 natural gas installations or the current edition of BS 5482 ptl propane installations For Republic of Ireland reference should be made to the current edition of IS813 the relevant standards governing installation 8 1 CHECKING THE BURNER AND SPARK GAP The appliance features a ribbon burner which is designed to produce a continuous band of flame over its length The burner should be visually inspected to ensure it is free from any foreign matter If it is necessary to clean or dust off the burner ensure that the fire is off and cool To remove see section 7 The gap between the spark electrode and the pilot should be 3 5 4 5mm to pro duce a good spark see figure 17 There should be no need to adjust this If under any circum stances the piezo electric spark fails the pilot cannot be lit manually 2014 Focal Point Fires plc The control handle is located in the centre of the appliance The Figure 18 control handle is marked as shown in figure 18 The pilot is visible behind the centre of the burner Move the control handle fully right to the SPARK position and hold there for approximately ten seconds Now release the control han dle and the pilot should stay alight When the pilot light has estab lished move the control handle left to the LOW flame setting If the pilot is extinguished during use wait three minutes before repeating the ignition procedure To achieve the HIGH setting move the
31. n operation In all cases the requirements of any other gas oil or solid fuel appliances operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation All ventilation must communicate directly with outside air and must not pass through rooms or voids unless ducted Any ventilation fitted must comply where applicable with BS 5871 part 4 and BS 5440 part 2 For Republic of Ireland refer to the current edition of IS813 and any relevant rules in force 5 0 UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE Remove the outer packaging remove any instructions Read ALL these instructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance Lift off the remaining packaging components and remove the contents of the box Check that the components supplied correlate with the component checklist Please dispose of all the packaging materials at your local recycling centre 5 1 COMPONENT CHECKLIST QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Stove assembly Set of manufacturers instructions Control handle Control handle position marking sticker Decorative control handle Log set I x Front amp 2 x Rear Levelling feet Tiled ceramic set 2 x side panels amp x back No8 x 5 16 screws L brackets 6 0 GAS SUPPLY ROUTES All installation pipework must be in accordance with the current edition of National reg ulations codes and the rules in force In order to avoid unnecessary pressure drops use of small diameter pipe should be kept to a minimum f
32. nings should not be blocked or obstructed in any way IMPORTANT Show the customer where the battery compartment is and how to change the battery Isolate the fire from the gas supply Ensure that the fire is fully cold before attempting service A suggested procedure for servicing is detailed below Lay out the dustsheet and tools 2 Remove the decorative casting assembly See section 7 1 3 Remove the glass door assembly 4 screws and clean carefully 4 Inspect the burner ceramics and the catalyst and clean if necessary with a soft brush 5 Disconnect the gas supply 6 Undo the two screws retaining the burner support brackets to the left and right hand side of the firebox 7 Remove the burner unit strip off the burner pipes and clean thoroughly 8 Clean the injector pilot assembly and the burner tube Do not attempt to remove the pilot injector as this can cause damage 9 Re assemble components 10 Turn on the gas supply and leak test Check pilot and burner for good ignition I Refit the glass door assembly ensuring correct orientation and a good seal 2 Refit the decorative casting assembly Installation is reverse of section 7 1 13 Check the purpose provided ventilation is un obstructed l4 Light the fire and test the operating pressures 15 Check safe operation of the appliance by performing a combustion test as detailed in section 10 3 For specific servicing instructions see relevant sections 8 2014
33. nt of a newly fabricated area of wall that also serves the purpose of sealing off the old flue then it is very important that there are no holes gaps or otherwise in this wall that will allow draughts from the old flue to enter the room especially directly behind the appliance Such draughts could affect the performance of the ODS system and result in nuisance cutting out for example If the gas supply pipe is to enter the appliance from the rear i e emerge from the wall behind the appli ance then any hole in the wall from which the pipe emerges must be tightly sealed Propane LPG models must not be installed in cellars basements or any room which is completely below ground level 3 1 ROOM SIZING The room size MUST be a minimum of 35m e g 3 8m x 3 8m x 2 425m or 12 5 x 12 5 x 8 This is to allow adequate circulation of air and ensure the correct operation of the fire This volume may include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door Note To calculate a room size in cubic metres m divide the room volume in cubic feet ft by 35 3 4 0 SITE REQUIREMENTS This appliance may be installed in any room in the home except bathrooms In accordance with BS5871 part 4 installation in bedrooms is permitted If the appliance is to be installed in a bedroom then an electronic carbon monoxide detector complying with the current edition of BSEN 5029 must be installed in the same room as the appliance For maximum safety it
34. or example we recommend no more than 1 5 metres of 8mm pipe If a concealed gas connection is to be made the supply pipe should always be sleeved through walls and floors using the shortest possible route For concealed supply pipe routing pipes must where possible be vertical and providing there is sufficient wall thickness available they should be placed in pipe chases Horizontal pipe runs should be avoided Prior to chasing a solid wall an inspection should be made to note the prox imity of any cables sockets outlets which may be buried Pipes must be secured using suitable clips and protected against corrosion Ideally factory finished protected ZA eta pipework and fittings should be used Joints should be kept to a minimum and compres a sion fittings must not be used The pipework installation must be tested for tightness M aj before any protection is applied and or the pipework and fittings are buried YVN N Figure 7 7 0 FIXING THE APPLIANCE Position the stove in the proposed final location in accordance with sections 3 0 3 1 4 0 4 1 and 6 0 If the hearth or floor surface is uneven there are two adjustment feet that can be fitted behind the front two cast legs Unscrew in a anti clockwise orientation to extend the feet and clockwise to contract the front legs The horizontal alignment of the stove may be checked with a spirit level Ensure that the stove sits on the adjustment feet not the legs as
35. out by a compe tent person such as a GAS SAFE registered installer 2014 Focal Point Fires ple 9 0 CLEANING GD Before carrying out any of the following operations ensure that the appliance is OFF and completely cold Regularly clean around the appliance to ensure that dust fluff pet hair etc are kept to a minimum There are no other specific requirements for care other than regular cleaning of the general appliance A wipe with a dry cloth is normally sufficient DO NOT use abrasive cleaners as they can damage the finish Metal parts may be cleaned using an appropriate metal cleaner Test on a hidden part before cleaning Clean only in the direction of the grain GLASS PANEL This can be cleaned with a suitable glass cleaner Test on a small area first PAINTED AREAS These can be cleaned using a dry cloth CERAMICS Remove the ceramic components Gently clean in the open air Be careful not to create dust from the logs Where neces sary replace damaged components with genuine spares Seal scrap components in plastic bags and dispose of at proper refuse sites as directed 10 0 REPLACING THE BATTERY Ostet E Ensure appliance is off and cool The battery is located in the front of the ignition unit on the right hand side of the burner Shown in figure 13 Unscrew the battery holder cap Insert x AA 1 5 volt battery Replace cap This can be achieved without removing the castings 11
36. rial manufacturer for further information before proceeding with installation Clearances to the sides of the appliance are 100mm 4 Clearance to the front of the appliance is 500mm 20 See figure 2 The back of the appliance may be installed directly in front of a non com bustible wall providing the area behind the appliance is flat and does not inter fere with the various vent holes in the back panel of the appliance rj E S 500 IRI lili MN HU vere vie seg enanana ws Leese eeeeee A non combustible shelf of any depth may be positioned above the appliance Lenn s s m m m me m me mm me me me m m e a e of akm provided it is no closer than 220mm 8 66 from the top of the appliance and e e e Note defines the minimum distance to non the wall above the appliance is non combustible The appliance can be mount combustible materials such as brick walls ed directly onto all types of non combustible floors and hearths inglenook fireplace enclosures etc Inglenooks amp false chimney breasts All dimensions in mm Where fitting in an inglenook or false chimney breast the top back and Figure 3 Figure 4 sides of the inglenook wall must be of a non combustible material such as calcium silicate brick or stone Sizes and clearances must be in accordance with figure 2 If a void is created in a false chimney breast above the appliance it should be vented at high and low levels to allow
37. t be adhered to All dimensions in mm No part of any combustible curtains or drapes are permitted within 500mm of the sides of the appliance Minimum distance from the top of the Maximum depth of shelf appliance to the underside of the shelf 50mm 220mm 75mm 280mm 150mm 450mm TV installation Note TV manufacturer s instructions must be consulted and take precedence insofar as positioning of heating appliances are concerned If the stove is to be installed underneath a wall mounted TV then this can be achieved by installing a shelf above the appliance to protect the TV from the heat produced by the stove The shelf must be constructed from a non combustible material positioned 400mm from the top of the appliance There must then be a clearance of 200mm from the top of the shelf to the bottom of the TV The depth of the shelf depends on the depth or protrusion from the wall of the TV but must extend at least 50mm outward from the front of the TV See figure 4 If a minimum distance of 50mm to the TV from the shelf front cannot be achieved it is acceptable to position the stove forward from the wall and use a deep er shelf If this the case then the stove must be installed so as to prevent movement back to the wall The non combustible shelf must not project further forward than the back edge of the outlet grille on the top of the stove In all cases the shelf must extend at least 50mm forwards from the TV Ef
38. the front casting down at the top 4 Unscrewing the control handle in a anti clockwise orientation The front casting is now free to be removed 5 Remove the glass door by unscrewing the four retaining screws in each corner 6 The fuel bed ceramic components may now be removed for cleaning see section 9 0 for further details 7 To replace the ceramic logs first place the log marked A on the top left rear ledge behind the burner as shown in figure 9 8 Place the log marked B on the right rear of the burner as shown in figure 10 9 Place the log marked C on the front ledge of the burner behind the return and in front of the gas burner as shown in figure I 10 Clean glass panel if required see section 9 0 1 Re fit the glass door after cleaning or inspection ensuring a good seal 2 To re assemble the castings read instructions in reverse order Figure a Ps Figure 10 epee Figure I hone The control handle is located in the centre of the appliance The con trol handle is marked as shown in figure 12 The pilot is visible behind the centre of the burner Move the control handle fully right to the SPARK position and hold there for approximately ten seconds Now release the control han dle and the pilot should stay alight When the pilot light has estab lished move the control handle left to the LOW flame setting If the pilot is extinguished during use wait three min
39. they prevent the fire from sliding on smooth surfaces 2014 Focal Point Fires plc 7 1 REMOVING INSTALLING THE CASTINGS Ensure that the fire is off and cool before attempting to remove or assemble castings The stove is supplied with the castings fitted To fit the fuel bed it is necessary to partially dis assemble the stove as follows Figure 8 Remove the top grille by the two screws in the top of the appliance push the rear of the grille down so the front end of the grille lifts up DO NOT LEVER OFF WITH A SCREW DRIVER 2 Remove the top casting by unscrewing the four screws holding it in place 3 Unscrew the cross head screw holding the front casting down at the top 4 Unscrew the control handle in a anti clockwise orientation The front casting is now free to be removed 5 Remove the glass door by unscrewing the four retaining screws in each cor ner 6 Fit the ceramic components as detailed in section 7 2 7 Re fit the glass door after cleaning or inspection ensuring a good seal 8 To re assemble the castings read instructions in reverse order 7 2 INSTALLING THE CERAMICS The firebox tabs should be factory set If not use a flat blade screw driver to carefully lever the two rear return tabs out to 90 on both left and right hand sides of the firebox as shown Figure Next insert the rear brick panel through the bottom of the firebox as shown in front of the re
40. tion materials in some circumstances cracking may occur to plasterwork Materials such as flock blown vinyl and embossed paper which are sensitive to even small amounts of heat should be avoided as scorching and or discolouration may occur over time Avoid siting the appliance near joins or joints in plasterboard as exposure to moderate heat may cause cracking along the joint line The appliance weighs 32kgs and it is important that the floor can support this weight Take care that loose rugs are kept clear of the appli ance as these can move against the appliance and become damaged Take care that loose rugs are kept clear of the appliance as these can move against the appliance and become damaged The fireguards specified in BS 8423 are intended to protect people from falling into a fire prevent burns and reduce the risk of injury particularly to young children and the infirm In addition it is intended to reduce the risk of fire resulting from clothing and or other flam mable materials coming into contact with or in proximity to burning fuel and or hot surfaces Fireguards can be permanently fixed in position or can be moveable and can be used with open fires including combination grates or closed fires including room heaters and stoves See figures 6 amp 7 for fireguard examples The fireguards specified are not intended to reduce the risk of fires caused by flying particles which are covered by BS 3248 Figure 6 Figure 7 Example of mov
41. turned tabs but behind the bottom lip Ensure the brick effect is in the correct ori entation with the lip on the top edge Figure 2 Install one side brick panel in the left hand side of the firebox behind the bottom return Install the right hand brick panel in the same manner the brick effect panels are not labelled Ensure the brick effect is in the correct orientation with the lip on the top edge so the brick effect is continuous around the firebox 6 2014 Focal Point Fires plc 7 2 INSTALLING THE CERAMICS CONTINUED Finally screw the L ceramic clamps into position in both side of the firebox with the self tapping screws provided Remove the ceramic components from their protective packaging Place the log marked Figure 14 A on the top left rear ledge behind the burner mixer chamber as shown in figure 14 Figure 15 2 Place the log marked B on the top right rear of the burner as shown in figure I5 Ensure that both rear logs are pushed back against the rear brick panel A Ef 7 iS Figure 16 3 Place the log marked C on the front ledge of the burner behind the return and in front of the burner mixer chamber ESY Py on pO Ee i 7 8 EAS Te o oe OA E D 3A o teh i R A ayaa E ah Yong Sat k 7 ae y CA EZ i W rd He ies 8 0 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING Turn on and test the gas supply up to the fire for any leaks in accordance with the current editio
42. utes before repeating the ignition procedure To achieve the HIGH setting move the control handle left to the HIGH flame setting The fire can also be set to operate anywhere between HIGH and LOW by moving the control handle to an intermediate position To turn the fire OFF move the control handle left fully to the position marked O 7 0 COMBUSTION MONITORING SYSTEM This fire is fitted with a combustion monitoring safety device ODS If the appliance shuts down during use for no apparent reason then several reasons may be suspected If a door or window has been opened creating a draught then pilot disturbance could be the prob lem and removal of the draught should resolve this The appliance can then be re lit in accordance with the previous section If pilot dis turbance is not the cause then the ODS safety system may be in operation Switch the appliance OFF call in your installer to check the appliance and ventilation Remedial work must be carried out as required DO NOT allow the appliance to be used until the appliance and installation is passed as safe If the pilot continues to be extinguished you must call your installer to check the operation of the complete appliance 8 0 SERVICING The appliance should be checked on an annual basis to ensure it is working safely and that there is no excessive build up of soot The frequency of service will depend on usage but MUST be carried out at least once annually Servicing must be carried
43. w Light the fire and check for gas soundness In the event that the inlet pressure is not in accordance with the figures stated in the data section of these instructions the appliance must not be commissioned and the problem investigated and rectified All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping Show the customer how to light and control the fire After commissioning the appliance the customer should be instructed on the safe use of the appliance and the need for regular servic ing Frequency of service depends on usage but MUST be carried out at least once annually Advise that cleaning of the fire may be achieved when the fire is cold using a damp cloth and mild detergent on most surfaces Advise that on first light up of a new appliance initial curing of high temperature paint and burning off of lubricants may occur for 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 with all windows and doors open during this period During this period the appliance may cause smoke alarms to sound If this happens reset the alarms but do not remove the batteries Recommend that a guard be used for the protection of the young pets the elderly and the infirm Advise the customer that the ventilation ope
44. you suspect a gas fitter is illegal you can call Gas Safe Register on 0800 408 5500 and Inlet openings report them or use the online report an illegal gas fitted service DO NOT BLOCK e All work on this appliance must be in accordance with local Codes and or Regulations Building Regulations and the manufacturer s instructions Failure to comply with the above could lead to prosecution and invalidate the appliances warranty In the event of a gas leakage from the appliance the gas supply must be turned off at the nearest isolating valve This appliance is only suitable for the gas type for which it is supplied e Keep a note of the installer s name and address Gas Safe Registration number and the original purchase receipt and the date of instal lation Failure to produce this information may invalidate the warranty The appliance should be serviced regularly to ensure continued safe operation See servicing section for further reference e The guard glass front is to prevent the risk of fire or injury from burns and no part of it should be permanently removed It Does Not Give Full Protection For Young Children Or The Infirm Parts of this appliance become naturally hot during use It is rec ommended that a suitable fireguard is used especially where young children pets the elderly or infirm are concerned The manufac turer of this appliance considers all surfaces as working surfaces with the exception of the control knob and immediate area beh
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