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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
MODEL
AF 16 NV
AC 16 NV
AF 18 XL
AC 18 XL
MODEL
AF 16 NV 5" Leg
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 554. (National
call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland
Telephone 0044 844 8711 554.
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner
©
Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
AIRFLAME
PRODUCT CODE
9500298 (coal)
0505411 (log)
9500296 (coal)
0505511 (log)
0503611 (pebble)
9500360 (coal)
9500361 (coal)
PRODUCT CODE
9505298 (coal)
MODEL
AF 16 NV RC
AC 16 NV RC
AF 18 XL RC
AC 18 XL RC
MODEL
AC 16 NV TC
5134830/03
PRODUCT CODE
0505601 (coal)
0505611 (log)
0505701 (coal)
0505711 (log)
0505301 (coal)
0505901 (coal)
PRODUCT CODE
05036T1 (coal)
0505811 (log)

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  • Page 1 However, if further information is required, our Wonderfire Premier Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 0844 8711 554. (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, Wood Lane, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP www.wonderfire.co.uk Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given in this publication ©...
  • Page 3 BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Wonderfire Premier is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council) which works to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation...

  • Page 4: Installer Guide

    INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 40 TO 59 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 4...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 39 OWNER GUIDE 40 - 59 1. SAFETY 2. LPG CONVERSION 3. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 3.1 General information. 3.2 Efficiency. 4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 4.2 Ventilation requirements. 4.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD).
  • Page 6 INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS (Continued) Section Heading Page 7. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 8. FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT 9. FULL OPERATIONAL CHECKS 9.1 General information. 9.2 Checking the operation of the MANUAL CONTROL burner. 9.2.1 To light the pilot. 9.2.2 Lighting the main burner.

  • Page 7: Safety

    INSTALLER GUIDE 1. SAFETY This product uses fuel effect pieces and burner (AC models also include a burner compartment rear wall) containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to these materials may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it is important to take care when handling these articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.

  • Page 8: Lpg Conversion

    INSTALLER GUIDE Always grip with the palm of the hand. Do not use the tips of fingers for support. Always keep the fire as close to the body as possible. This will minimise the cantilever action. Use gloves to provide additional grip. Always use assistance if required.

  • Page 9: Appliance Data And Efficiency

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 3.1 General information. GROSS HEAT INLET PRESSURE INJECTOR INPUT (kW) MODEL (TO BE TAKEN ON MAX. SETTING SIZE WITH THE FIRE COLD). MIN. MAX. AF16NV (Coal or Log) AC16NV (Coal or Log) 20.0mbar ± 1.0mbar 6.95 82 - 442 AC16NV TC (Coal or Log)

  • Page 10: Efficiency

    INSTALLER GUIDE BURNER TRAY DIMENSIONS HEIGHT MODEL (INCLUDING WIDTH DEPTH FUEL EFFECT) AF16NV AC16NV 380mm (15”) AF16NV RC AC16NV RC AF16NV TC at front tapering 225mm 305mm (12”) to 280mm (11”) at (9”) AF16NVP AC16NVP the rear AF16NVP RC AC16NVP RC 345mm AF16NV 5”...

  • 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 Improper installation of this gas fire could be hazardous to health. This gas fire is to be used only in a properly flued, incombustible, masonry fireplace with the chimney or flue free from obstruction. 4.2 Ventilation requirements. IE only: This appliance must be installed in accordance with the current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations”...

  • Page 13: Fireguard Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE should the A.S.D be altered or bypassed in any way. Only a genuine manufacturer’s replacement part should be fitted. The individual A.S.D components are not replaceable. 4.4 Fireguard requirements. A fireguard complying with BS 8423 should be fitted for the protection of young children, the elderly, the infirm or pet animals.

  • Page 14: Fireplace Clearances

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.7.5 The appliance must not stand on combustible materials or carpets. 4.8 Fireplace clearances. The minimum height from the base of the fireplace opening to the underside of any shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is as follows: - •...
  • Page 15 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 2. Hearth sizes. © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 15...

  • Page 16: Installation Options

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4.10 Installation options. In the United Kingdom, as supplied, the appliance can be installed in to a fireplace complete with a hearth complying with BS1251. The required hearth and clearance dimensions are shown in figure 2. (Remove any existing heating appliance - when using a convection box it may be necessary to remove the firebrick back).

  • Page 17: Flues

    INSTALLER GUIDE separator. For 16” fires - If this is not used then a 700mm long fender, kerb, horizontal bar, or other barrier, being fixed not less than 50mm above floor level and positioned 300mm in front of the fixing plane of the fire will meet the requirement. For 18”...

  • Page 18: Unpacking The Appliance

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE Carefully remove the contents. Check that all the listed parts are present and in good condition. Contents: 1 Burner assembly. 1 Ceramic fuel effect. 1 Guarantee card. 1 Smoke match tube. AF MODELS ONLY 1 Loose parts pack (1 x fixing screw and fibre wall plug).

  • Page 19: Sizes And Installation Of Standard / Large Convection Boxes

    On (TC) models the grommet on the right hand side will have to be cut to accommodate the wiring harness. The installation of any fire other than the listed Wonderfire Premier products will invalidate the approval status and guarantee.
  • Page 20 INSTALLER GUIDE STANDARD LARGE 530mm 590mm 605mm 605mm 410mm 470mm 545mm 545mm 405mm 475mm 350mm 415mm 255mm 225mm 550mm 550mm 395mm 395mm 295mm 295mm 10mm 10mm L (TC) models 35mm Figure 3. Convection box dimensions (The convection box may differ in design from that shown) ©...

  • Page 21: Fireplace Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6.4 Fireplace requirements. 6.4.1 Fireplace opening and hearth dimensions. The fireplace opening should be as shown in figure 4. 16 inch convector W= 415mm H= 560mm D= 305mm (16½ inch) (22¼ inch) (12 inch) Minimum opening sizes 16 inch convector W= 415mm H= 560mm D= 280mm...

  • Page 22: Fireplace General Condition

    INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 5. Fireplace debris catchment area. 6.4.3 Fireplace general condition. 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 23: Gas Supply Connection

    INSTALLER GUIDE need remedial work - Do not fit the appliance until there is a definite flow through the flue. 6.5 Gas supply connection. A nut and olive are provided for an 8mm pipe inlet connection to the 'T' connector at the bottom front of the appliance.

  • Page 24: Convection Box Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. Three strips of self adhesive foam sealing material are supplied. Remove the protective backing from the seals and fit them to the rear of the convection box top and side flanges as in figure 7 (On TC models fit the foam seal to the rear of the spacer frame).
  • Page 25 INSTALLER GUIDE into the plugs. Make sure that the bolts are secure. 3. Place the convection box unit close to the fireplace but allow sufficient access into the fireplace opening so that the cables can be threaded through the eyebolts and returned through the back of the convection box.

  • Page 26: Sealing Floor Front - All Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6.8 Sealing floor front - all installations. Using the floor sealing tape supplied, seal the bottom of the convection box to the base of the fireplace opening (and hearth where applicable) (See figure 9). Make sure that the whole length of the front edge of the convection box is fully sealed.

  • Page 27: Fitting The Ceramic Fuel Effect

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT The installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is supplied with the ceramic fuel effect. It is important that the fitting guide for the ceramic fuel effect be placed inside or attached to this guide and handed to the customer following completion of the ‘final review’...

  • Page 28: Controlling The Heat Setting

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9.2.3 Controlling the heat setting. In order to change from one setting to another depress the control knob slightly and turn the knob to the required position. Alternatively, if a setting between LOW and HIGH is required, then the control knob may be turned to this position. 9.2.4 To turn the fire back to pilot setting.

  • Page 29: Lighting The Fire

    INSTALLER GUIDE (2) acoustic signals. After the second, longer acoustic signal, release the reset button. the subsequent 20 seconds press the (small flame) button on the handset until you hear an additional long signal confirming the code is set (Please inform the customer that this is a one time setting as is NOT required when changing batteries in the handset or receiver).

  • Page 30: Checking The Operation Of The Top Control (Tc) Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9.4 Checking the operation of the TOP CONTROL (TC) burner. This fire may be controlled manually, by use of the controls mounted on the appliance. The flame settings may also be controlled by means of the touch button control on the upper right hand side of the fire.

  • Page 31: Checking The Heat Settings

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9.4.3 Checking the heat settings. 1. Once the pilot light is established, light the main burner by turning the pilot burner control knob anti-clockwise to the "main burner on" position (Number 3 in figure 12), and by then turning the main burner control knob to the high position (Number 5 in figure 12).

  • Page 32: Aeration Setting For Fires Fitted With Aeration Control

    INSTALLER GUIDE the pressure gauge and replace the test point sealing screw. 5. Relight the appliance. Turn to the maximum output position and test around the sealing screw for gas soundness with a suitable leak detection fluid. When the above checks have been completed close the isolating valve on the inlet 'T' connector and allow the fire to cool.
  • Page 33 INSTALLER GUIDE convection box / fireplace opening 30mm from either end of the convection box opening / fireplace opening as shown in figure 16. Inset Tray (DGF) installations Convection box installations Figure 16. Spillage test. The installation is satisfactory if smoke is drawn into the convection box opening / fireplace opening.

  • Page 34: Flame Supervision & Spillage Monitoring System

    INSTALLER GUIDE in the room. Keep all doors and windows that open to the outside of the window closed. Recheck for spillage as above. If an extractor fan is installed in the same room as the appliance or a connecting room check that spillage does not occur with the fan operating and all doors and other openings between the fire and the appliance open.

  • Page 35: Decorative Firefronts

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. DECORATIVE FIREFRONTS If the appliance is not supplied with a decorative firefront a slotted firefront with a minimum free area as shown in figure 17 must always be used. Figure 17 For models supplied with a firefront, the open area may differ slightly from that stated in figure 17.

  • Page 36: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12. 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 and spillage monitoring system.

  • Page 37: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13. SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT This product uses fuel effect pieces and burner (AC models also include a burner compartment rear wall) containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to these materials may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it is important to take care when handling these articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.

  • Page 38: To Remove The Injector

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13.2 To remove the injector. Remove the decorative firefront. Remove the ceramic ceramic fuel effect pieces. Shut off the gas supply and disconnect the fire at the inlet "T" connector. Detach the burner unit by removing the fixing nut / screw from the front leg of the burner.

  • Page 39: To Remove The Convection Box From The Fireplace (For Models Fitted Into A Convection Box)

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13.5 To remove the convection box from the fireplace (For models fitted into a convection box). Detach any decorative fascia from the convection box. Remove the bottom decorative firefront. Remove the ceramic ceramic fuel effect pieces. Shut off the gas supply and disconnect the fire at the "T" connector. Detach the burner unit by removing the fixing nut / screw on the burner front leg.

  • Page 40: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 53 TO 59 This gas fire is designed to meet the most stringent quality, performance and safety requirements to provide you with many years’ trouble-free service. This guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your gas fire by providing simple and informative instructions to ensure that you benefit from the excellent performance and features it has to offer.
  • Page 41 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY GAS CONSUMPTION OPERATING THE FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing & flue blockage safety system. Operating the MANUAL CONTROL burner. To light the pilot. Lighting the main burner. Controlling the heat setting. To turn the fire back to pilot setting. Operating the REMOTE CONTROL (RC) burner.

  • Page 42: 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 OR TANK AS APPROPRIATE. 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 43: Gas Consumption

    OWNER GUIDE become hot). wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is switched off or the flames are extinguished for any reason. (Your fire is fitted with a safety device that will automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if, for any reason, the flames go out). get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire.

  • Page 44: Operating The Fire

    OWNER GUIDE OPERATING THE 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 45: Lighting The Main Burner

    OWNER GUIDE Once the pilot is lit, keep the control knob depressed for ten seconds to allow the flame supervision device to establish. When the control knob is released, the pilot should remain lit. If the pilot fails to remain lit, repeat the ignition procedure, this time keeping the control knob depressed for a longer period of time.

  • Page 46: Adjusting The Flame Height

    OWNER GUIDE Adjusting the flame height. When the burner is operating press the (large flame) button to increase the flame height and press the (small flame) to decrease the flame height. For fine adjustment press the button for approximately two seconds until an acoustic signal is given, then release the button.

  • Page 47: Operating The Fire Without The Remote Control Handset

    OWNER GUIDE Operating the fire WITHOUT the Remote Control Handset. Lighting the burner in the event of battery failure. 1. To gain access to the gas valve remove the firefront cover / casting 2. The ‘main valve knob’ is the knob on the right hand side (See figure 2).

  • Page 48: To Turn Off

    OWNER GUIDE 10. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions “To Turn Off” below and call the Valor Fires Technical Helpline 0844 8711 554. To turn off. To turn the fire off press the ‘ON/OFF’ switch to the ‘O’ (Off position). Operating the TOP CONTROL (TC) burner.

  • Page 49: Controlling The Heat Setting

    OWNER GUIDE Controlling the heat setting. 1. Once the pilot light is established, light the main burner by turning the pilot burner control knob anti-clockwise to the "main burner on" position (Number 3 in figure 4), and by then turning the main burner control knob to the high position (Number 5 in figure 4).

  • Page 50: Cleaning Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE mode (control knob pushed in) at the beginning of each operation and if running at the minimum rate setting, or to burn off any carbon deposits which may have built up after prolonged use of the minimum aerated setting. Figure 6.

  • Page 51: Ceramic Burner

    OWNER GUIDE dust back into the air. We suggest that you remove the ceramic fuel effect in the reverse order to that shown in the fuel bed installer and owner guide. Ceramic burner. Remove any deposits of soot or other foreign matter from the solid areas of the burner with a dry soft brush.

  • Page 52: Changing The Batteries In The Top Control Battery Holder

    OWNER GUIDE 6. Replace the receiver top cover. Slide the receiver back into its housing. Changing the batteries in the top control battery holder. Please note: In order to ensure maximum battery life and optimal performance, we recommend that only 'Long Life' alkaline type replacement batteries are used. 1.

  • Page 53: Warranty And Service

    OWNER GUIDE WARRANTY AND SERVICE Standard Warranty Terms & Conditions The warranty is for 12 months subject to contract. In the United Kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a heateam service engineer or a GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer. You must register your fire with heateam, the service division of Baxi Heating UK Limited, either by completing and returning the registration card or calling our free telephone registration line on 0800 032 72 44...
  • Page 54 OWNER GUIDE When calling heateam, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- Fire serial number and fascia code (Located on the information label - See figure 8 on page 59)*. Date of installation* Your installer name and address details* Fire make and model number* Proof of purchase (if you do not have the fire serial number) Note: details 1 –...
  • Page 55 OWNER GUIDE © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 55...
  • Page 56 OWNER GUIDE © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 56...
  • Page 57 OWNER GUIDE © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 57...
  • Page 58 OWNER GUIDE The following pages are to be completed by the installer: Installer Details (Block Capitals) Installer Name Gas Safe Register or Corgi Registration Number. Company Name. Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number Model Identification PLEASE MODEL PRODUCT CODE TICK 9500298 (coal) AF 16 NV...

  • Page 59: Owner Guide

    Fascia code - Can be found on information label (Block Capitals) A LABEL CONTAINING THE FASCIA CODE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX. Brand Baxi Valor Wonderfire Premier Date of Installation Figure 8. Information label location. © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 59...
  • Page 60 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

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