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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
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Model 961
Inset live fuel effect gas fire
Incorporating the Wonderfire Premier
Fitted with one of the following fascia:
Bauhaus, Bloomsbury
(G.C. Number 32-032-88)
We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be
installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is
required, our Wonderfire premier Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.
Telephone 0844 8711 565 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 0044 844 8711 565.
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GDC Group Ltd. 2011
5137994/03
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  • Page 1 We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is required, our Wonderfire premier Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 0844 8711 565 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).
  • Page 2 Warning: Any person who does any unauthorised act in relation to a copyright work may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for damages. Wonderfire Premier, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP www.firesandstoves.co.uk Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from...
  • Page 3 BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Wonderfire is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council) that work to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation...
  • Page 4 INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 48 TO 67 Page 4 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 47 OWNER GUIDE 48 - 67 1. IMAGES 2. SAFETY AND UNPACKING 3. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NOx 3.1 General information. 3.2 Efficiency. 3.3 NOx 4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 4.2 Ventilation requirements.

  • Page 6: Installer Guide

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS (Continued) Section Heading Page 12. FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT 13. FITTING THE WINDOW FRAME ASSEMBLY 14. OPERATING AND SPILLAGE CHECKS 14.1 Fitting the control knob extension on the Bloomsbury model. 14.2 Checking the control settings. 14.3 Check for spillage. 14.4 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring system.

  • Page 7: Images

    INSTALLER GUIDE 1. IMAGE Ebony fascia Bauhaus fascia Bloomsbury fascia Page 7 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...

  • Page 8: Safety And Unpacking

    INSTALLER GUIDE 2. SAFETY AND UNPACKING Installer Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling. The approximate lifting weight (kg) of this appliance is as below: Model Heat Engine Firefront Combined Weight Bauhaus 8.64...

  • Page 9: Appliance Data, Efficiency And Nox

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NO x 3.1 General information. Natural (G20) Inlet Pressure 20mbar Input - Max. (Gross) 5.00kW (17,060 Btu/h) Input - Min. (Gross) 2.5kW (8,530 Btu/h) Input - Max. (Net) 4.5kW (15,371 Btu/h) Input - Min. (Net) 2.25kW (7,677 Btu/h) Inlet Test Pressure (Cold) 20.0 ±...

  • Page 10: Efficiency

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.2 Efficiency. The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS 7977 - 1 and the result is as below: Model Efficiency % (Gross) Efficiency % (Net) The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by Advantica Certification services (0087).

  • Page 11: General Installation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. The installation must be in accordance with these instructions. For the user’s protection, in the United Kingdom it is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.

  • Page 12: Ventilation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.2 Ventilation requirements. Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5871 Part 2 and in IE reference should be made to the current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations”...

  • Page 13: Fireplace Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.7 Fireplace preparation. 4.7.1 If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts. 4.7.2 The fireplace floor should be reasonably flat to ensure that the convection box can be installed without it rocking and so that a good seal can be made at the bottom front of the box.

  • Page 14: Fireplace Clearances

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.9 Fireplace clearances. 4.9.1 The minimum height from the base of the fireplace opening to the underside of any shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is detailed below. For Bauhaus and Ebony models:- • For a shelf up to 150mm deep: Minimum height = 700mm. •...
  • Page 15 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.9.2 The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance fascia to a corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is shown in figure 5. A 10mm access clearance from a non-combustible surface is necessary at the left side.

  • Page 16: Installation Options

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.10 Installation options. In the United Kingdom, as supplied, the appliance can be installed in the following situations: - 4.10.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth. To a fireplace complete with surround and hearth as shown in figure 6 and complying with BS1251 after removal of the fireback and sufficient material behind the fireback for a debris catchment space.
  • Page 17 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.10.1.1 ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations. It is recommended that a hearth should be installed as in section 4.8. If a reduced depth hearth is fitted, the fire must be installed so that the distance from the base of the fireplace opening in the wall to the finished floor level is at least 100mm.
  • Page 18 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.10.3 Precast concrete or clay flue block system and hearth. The appliance can be installed to a precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS EN 1858 with dimensions as in figure 9. BS 1289 part 1 recommends there should be an air space or insulation between the flue blocks and the plaster because heat transfer may cause cracking on directly plastered flues.

  • Page 19: Flues

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.11 Flues. 1. Suitable flues and minimum flue sizes are as follows: It should be noted that, as with many appliances, sharp bends or horizontal runs in metal flues at the top of the system can be a cause of problems in these types of installation.

  • Page 20: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. PACK CONTENTS Burner and convection box unit. Burner tray trim. Outlet baffle for the convected air outlet. Tapping Screws for outlet baffle. Nut and olive for 8mm inlet pipe. ‘T’ connector and pressure test point. Flue restrictor. Tapping Screws (For flue restrictor).
  • Page 21 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 10. Pack contents (Items are not to scale- continued on next page) Page 21 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...
  • Page 22 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 10. Pack contents continued (Items are not to scale) © Page 22 GDC Group Ltd. 2011...

  • Page 23: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. FIREPLACE CHECK 6.1 Soundness for appliance attachment. Two primary methods of retaining the appliance are provided: - By fixing to the fireplace front surround. Using concealed tension cables fixed to the rear of the fireplace opening together with secondary fixing to the fireplace floor.

  • Page 24: Ignition Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. IGNITION CHECK Before attempting to install, it is worth checking that the electronic ignition system performs satisfactorily. Fit the alkaline battery to the ignition block located below the burner tray at the left side (See figure 11). The positive terminal (+) is to the bottom as you insert.

  • Page 25: Preparing Appliance For Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 1. Unscrew and remove the knurled screw connecting the slider control arm to the burner module. Lift the slider control knob, moving the control arm away from the burner module. 2. Unscrew and remove the six screws that secure the window mounting frame and window assembly.
  • Page 26 INSTALLER GUIDE 4. Fit the two “U” section seals to the bottom edges of the convection box side flanges (See figure 15). 5. It is important that the grommet supplied in the loose parts pack is fitted to the hole in the rear of the convection box (See figure 18).

  • Page 27: Convection Box Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. There is a length of self adhesive foam seal supplied with the fire. This will need to be fitted to the outer rear edges of the side and top flanges of the convector box. Cut a 485mm length of foam seal. Be careful not to stretch the seal when measuring.

  • Page 28: Method 2 - Cable Retention And Floor Fixing

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. Remove the convection box. Drill four holes in the fireplace front surround at the marked positions using a suitably sized masonry drill for the fibre / wooden plugs supplied. 5. Insert a fibre / wooden plug into each hole. 6.
  • Page 29 INSTALLER GUIDE 6. Thread the cables through the eyebolts. Return the cables through the holes near the bottom of the convection box back panel (See figure 22). 7. Place the convection box fully back into the fireplace opening so that it is sealed against the fireplace front surround.

  • Page 30: Sealing Floor Front - All Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. Pull each cable taut. Push the cable retainers hard up against the back panel. The end of the cable adjuster will pass into the hole. Tighten the screws in the retainers so that they clamp the cables in position. Apply tension to the cables by turning the hexagonal adjusters by hand (See figure 24).

  • Page 31: Burner And Supply Pipe Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 11.1 Burner and supply pipe installation. 1. Refit the burner unit to the convection box with the two screws removed previously. 2. Connect the supply line to the appliance. 3. If closed open the isolating valve at the inlet ‘T’...

  • Page 32: Inlet Pressure Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11.3 Inlet pressure check. The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 3 of this guide. No adjustment is necessary. 1. Ensure that the appliance is OFF, then fit a pressure gauge at the test point (See figure 27).

  • Page 33: Fitting The Window Frame Assembly

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13. FITTING THE WINDOW FRAME ASSEMBLY 1. Locate the window mounting frame and window assembly in place. 2. Secure in place using the six screws removed previously. Figure 29. Window mounting frame and window assembly removal 14. OPERATING AND SPILLAGE CHECKS 14.1 Fitting the control knob extension bracket on the Bloomsbury model.

  • Page 34: Checking The Control Settings

    INSTALLER GUIDE 14.2 Checking the control settings. Please note: When first turned on from cold, the flames will appear predominantly blue. It is normal for condensation to form on the rear of the window assembly. The condensation will disappear after a few minutes use. When operating the fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which could set off smoke alarms in the vicinity.

  • Page 35: Flame Supervision And Spillage Monitoring System

    INSTALLER GUIDE not drawn into the appliance inspect the sealing to the fireplace surround. If the sealing is satisfactory but the appliance is installed with the flue restrictor (See section 9 point 7) remove the restrictor, reseal the appliance and retest. If smoke is still not drawn into the appliance disconnect the appliance...

  • Page 36: Outlet Baffle And Fascia Fitting

    INSTALLER GUIDE 15. OUTLET BAFFLE AND FASCIA FITTING 15.1 Fitting the outlet baffle. Locate the outlet baffle and secure in place using two tapping screws supplied (See figure 32). Before fitting the fascia ensure that the information on the back pages of the owner guide have been completed.

  • Page 37: Fitting The Firefront Casting / Lower Firefront Casting

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. For Bloomsbury and Ebony models. Secure the bottom of the fascia using two knurled screws (See figure 34). Please note that on Bloomsbury and Ebony models that the casting is not expected to sit flat against the fixing bracket. Tighten the knurled screws sufficiently to retain the casting, over tightening the screws will cause damage.

  • Page 38: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 16. FINAL REVIEW 1. COMPLETE THE INFORMATION IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of the OWNER guide). 2. Visually inspect the appliance. Clean off any marks incurred during installation. 3. Advise the customer how to operate the appliance. Explain to the customer that the appliance has a flame failure &...

  • Page 39: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17. SERVICING AND PARTS REPLACEMENT Always turn off the gas supply before commencing any servicing and allow to cool completely. (The appliance inlet ‘T’ connector incorporates an isolating valve). It is recommended that, at least once a year, the appliance is disconnected and the fireplace opening checked and cleared of any debris.

  • Page 40: Checking The Aeration Setting Of The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.1 Checking the aeration setting of the burner. 1. The aeration shutter is factory set. It is important to ensure that the aeration setting is correct (See figure 35). 2. To adjust the aeration setting loosen the two aeration shutter screws, slide the aeration shutter to the desired position and tighten the fixing screws.

  • Page 41: To Remove The Fascia

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.4 To remove the fascia. For Bloomsbury and Ebony models. 1. Remove the bottom front cover and the fire front casting. 2. Remove the two knurled screws securing the bottom of the fascia to the sides of the convection box (See figure 38). 3.

  • Page 42: To Replace The Control Slide Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.5 To replace the control slide unit. 1. Remove the fascia (See section 17.4). 2. Remove the knurled screw securing the control linking arm to the burner (See figure 39). 3. Detach the slide unit by removing two screws securing it to the convection box flange (See figure 40).

  • Page 43: To Remove And Fit The Window Mounting Frame And Window Assembly

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.7 To remove and fit the window mounting frame and window assembly. When servicing the appliance it will be necessary to remove all of the window mounting frame and the window assembly to enable the front coal, ceramic walls and burner to be removed.

  • Page 44: To Remove The Fuel Effect

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.9 To remove the fuel effect. All of the fuel effect components except the front coal and ceramic walls can be removed by simply removing the window assembly as in this section 17.8. If the front coal or ceramic walls are to be replaced it will be necessary to remove the window frame and window assembly as in 17.7.

  • Page 45: To Remove The Complete Burner Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.12 To remove the complete burner unit. 1. Remove the window frame and window assembly as in section 17.7. 2. Remove the ceramic fuel effect as in section 17.9 3. Close the isolating valve in the inlet ‘T’ connector. Support the inlet ‘T’...

  • Page 46: To Remove The Shut-Off Tap

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.15 To remove the shut-off tap. (See figure 47). 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 17.12). 2. If lying the burner on its back, ensure that the work surface is suitably protected This will avoid damage to the work surface. Turn the burner unit upside down.

  • Page 47: To Replace The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. Detach the burner pipe from the controller. Support the controller while detaching to prevent excessive strain. 5. Remove the nut and washer securing the control pivot bracket to the controller at the front. Support the pivot bracket while removing the nut to prevent possible damage to the microswitch.

  • Page 48: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 61 TO 67 Page 48 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...
  • Page 49 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page IMAGES SAFETY GAS CONSUMPTION APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. To light the fire. To turn the fire off. Lighting with a taper. HELP AND ADVICE Ignition - Lighting the fire.

  • Page 50: Images

    OWNER GUIDE IMAGES Ebony fascia Bauhaus fascia Bloomsbury fascia Page 50 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...

  • Page 51: Safety

    OWNER GUIDE SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS DON’T SMOKE. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES. DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF. TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER. OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS. IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE FROM A NEIGHBOURS PHONE - SEE YOUR LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY.
  • Page 52 OWNER GUIDE Do provide a suitable guard that complies with BS 8423 for the protection of young children, the elderly and the infirm. Such a guard is also recommended for the protection of pet animals. (Although this fire conforms to all the applicable standards, it is a heating appliance and certain parts of its surface will become hot).

  • Page 53: Gas Consumption

    OWNER GUIDE GAS CONSUMTION Gross figures Model 961 Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.0kW Has a maximum natural gas output of 4.0kW Has a minimum natural gas input of 2.5kW Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.9kW...

  • Page 54: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Model Description Bauhaus Bloomsbury Ebony Height (mm) Width (mm) Depth into room (mm) Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm). Recommended clearance to non- combustible surfaces for access purposes (mm). Figure 2.

  • Page 55: Operating Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE OPERATING YOUR FIRE PLEASE NOTE When operating your fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which may cause a slight odour and could possibly set off any smoke alarms in the immediate vicinity. These vapours are quite normal with new appliances. They are totally harmless and will disappear after a few hours use.

  • Page 56: To Turn The Fire Off

    OWNER GUIDE 3. If low heat is required, release the button. The button will automatically spring up to the low heat position shown in figure 3 (See note i below). If for any reason the slider control does not spring up, raise the slider to the off (O) position (Topmost position) and contact your installer.

  • Page 57: Help And Advice

    OWNER GUIDE HELP AND ADVICE Ignition - Lighting the fire. When you depress the Fireslide control you should hear a faint ticking sound from the bottom of the fire. This is the sound of the ignition spark that lights the gas. If there is no ticking sound it may be that the alkaline battery in the electronic spark generator requires replacement.

  • Page 58: Cleaning Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE CLEANING YOUR FIRE To maintain the high performance and quality finish of your fire please follow these guidelines: Before attempting to clean the fire, please remember to turn off the fire and wait for the appliance to cool. The fire will retain heat for some time before cleaning can begin.

  • Page 59: Ceramic Fuel Effect Pieces And Burner Compartment Walls

    OWNER GUIDE 1. The window assembly is held in place with two clamping brackets that rotate around a central pivot point. Push the brackets up and clear of the window assembly (See figure 5). Gently pull the top of the window frame forward and lift the window assembly clear of its support channels (See figure 6).

  • Page 60: Ceramic Fuel Effect Fitting

    OWNER GUIDE We suggest that you remove the ceramic fuel effect pieces in the reverse order to that shown in the ceramic fuel effect installer and owner guide. Once cleaned replace the fuel effect as in ceramic fuel effect installer and owner guide.

  • Page 61: Warranty And Service

    If you did not receive a Warranty Booklet please contact your retailer where you purchased the fire. Please note the warranty is for Wonderfire Premier Fires only. If you have not registered your fire you are entitled to the standard 12 months warranty subject to contract.
  • Page 62 The warranty period will be 60 calendar months from the date of purchase. The first 12 months are covered by the standard manufacturers guarantee. 10. During the 48 month warranty period Wonderfire Premier will exchange or repair component[s] proved to be faulty from manufacture provided that such component[s] have been subject to normal conditions of use.
  • Page 63 14. If the product is replaced the warranty period is not extended beyond the original period. 15. Wonderfire reserve the right to withdraw this warranty offer at any time. Exclusions –This warranty DOES NOT COVER: 16. Servicing – servicing and the maintenance of the fire is the sole responsibility of the customer.
  • Page 64 OWNER GUIDE Page 64 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...
  • Page 65 OWNER GUIDE Page 65 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...
  • Page 66 OWNER GUIDE To be completed by the installer: Installer Details (Block Capitals) Installer Name Gas Safe Register Number. Company Name. Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number Where to find the information label. Figure 8. Page 66 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...

  • Page 67: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE Model Serial number (A label containing this information may have been placed below or can be found on the serial number label - See figure 8) A LABEL CONTAINING THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX. SERIAL NUMBER LABEL TO BE AFFIXED HERE Fascia name (Block Capitals)
  • Page 68 © GDC Group Ltd. 2011...

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