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CVO Fire KARA Installation Manual

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REVISION #1
PIN NUMBER: 0558 BN 5708
KARA (Sea Coals)
"Hole in the Wall" Gas Fire Suite
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Serial Number ....................................
Please quote this serial number when contacting our customer service team for technical help,
spare parts and servicing information. The serial number is also shown on the Data Plate within
the appliance.
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  • Page 1 REVISION #1 PIN NUMBER: 0558 BN 5708 KARA (Sea Coals) “Hole in the Wall” Gas Fire Suite INSTALLATION MANUAL Serial Number ……………………………… Please quote this serial number when contacting our customer service team for technical help, spare parts and servicing information. The serial number is also shown on the Data Plate within the appliance.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT NOTE THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A REGISTERED GAS SAFE ENGINEER. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS MAY RENDER THE APPLIANCE DANGEROUS AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. It is recommended, even if you have fitted these appliances before, that you take the time to read through these instructions and follow them step by step.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page 4 Technical Data Page 8 Unpacking The Appliance Page 9 Important Information Page 10 Installation Instructions Page 12 Installing The Gas Fire Page 21 Commissioning Checklist Page 23 Fault Diagnosis Page 24 Spark Failure Page 25 Replacement Components List Page 26 Manual Valve Construction Page 26...

  • Page 4: Technical Data

    Technical Data - KARA (Sea Coal) Gas Fire a) Technical Specification Requirements Pilot Burner Assembly Natural Gas Sea-Gas P4-10 Marking LPG/Propane Sea-Gas P4-16 Gas Connection 8mm OD Tube Minimum Flue Diameters 125mm Minimum Flue Height Approximate Weight 25kg b) Gas Burner Unit...

  • Page 5: Fireplace Dimensions

    Fireplace Dimensions Page 5 of 38...
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  • Page 8: Unpacking The Appliance

    Unpacking the Appliance 1. Carefully examine the carton for damage before unpacking. If it is obviously damaged, consult the supplier over whether to proceed. 2. Remove the fire and examine its general condition. If satisfied by the condition proceed with the installation. 3.

  • Page 9: Important Information

    Important Information • A qualified GAS SAFE installer in accordance with National Regulations must install the fire. This is to ensure the appliance is safe. Failure to ensure a qualified engineer installs the fire will invalidate the warranty. • This fire is intended for decorative purposes. Any purpose- provided ventilation should be checked regularly to ensure that it is free from obstruction.

  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions General Information • This KARA (Sea Coals) Fire unit is intended for decorative purposes. The installation must be in accordance with National Regulations and must be carried out by a qualified installer. • Clearances between the fire and all combustible materials must conform to National Regulations.
  • Page 11 advised that a gas flow rate calculation is done before planning the gas pipe work. Pilot Assembly The pilot light and flame sensing device fitted to this fire is also an atmosphere sensing device. If for any reason any part of the pilot assembly is to be replaced ALL the assembly including the pilot burner, thermocouple, electrode and injector must be exchanged...

  • Page 12: Installing The Gas Fire

    Installing the Gas Fire Installing the Enclosure o This fire is supplied as a complete set comprising of: Enclosure with the gas burner fitted. Fascia with stone fascia fitted. Stone shelf. Sea coals set. Gather unit [if required to fit flue liner] o The fire must be fully installed with all its parts to comply with the CE approval.
  • Page 13 o Using The Gather With careful planning the gather should be able to be inserted into the construction opening, the enclosure fitted then the gather lowered down and secured with the screws provided and sealed with a high temperature silicone fire cement or metal tape. This will reduce the required opening size.
  • Page 14 o IMPORTANT NOTE: The enclosure edge must be positioned so that it protrudes 1mm to 2mm “out” from the final finished edge of the wall. Failure to observe this will mean the fascia will not fit. o The final wall must be flush. Page 14 of 38...
  • Page 15 o If using the gather: Ensure the gather is connected to the flue liner and sealed. Lower the gather down to match up to the holes on the enclosure top edge. Secure the gather with the screws provided, The gather and enclosure must be sealed with silicone fire cement or metal tape.
  • Page 16 o IMPORTANT: The gap that is left around the enclosure and the wall must be sealed with a suitable render or fire cement to ensure that the chimney and room are sealed to the appliance. o This ensures that products of combustion cannot be returned to the room should the flue become blocked.
  • Page 17 Positioning the coals • Carefully unpack the coals. • The Coals are supplied in a single piece. • Great care should be taken in handling the Coals as they are fragile. If the coals are damaged a new set must be purchased from the manufacturer.
  • Page 18 • Connect the gas supply pipe to the isolation tap and check for gas soundness. • Record details in the commissioning sheet on page 21 Commissioning the Fire – Gas Connection • Connect a pressure test meter to the inlet test point fitted to the isolation valve within the fire.
  • Page 19 Finalise the installation. • Refit the Vanity Cover: o Now that the appliance is installed and is working correctly fit the vanity cover back onto the enclosure using the 4 screws. • • Fitting the Stone Fascia: o Position the stone fascia within the enclosure opening and secure the fascia with the four screws provided.
  • Page 20 • • The fire is now fully installed. Commissioning the Fire – Spillage Test • Spillage Test: o The installer must check that all of the combustion products are entering the flue after 10 minutes by traversing the perimeter of the fireplace using a smoke (match).

  • Page 21: Commissioning Checklist

    CVO Commissioning Checklist THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE GAS ENGINEER Results Pass Fail Flue Check 1. The Flue size and length is correct for appliance. 2. Flue Flow test completed. 3. Flue Spillage test completed. Gas Check 1. Gas soundness & let by test. 2.
  • Page 22 If you have any questions, or the fire is not operating correctly, please use the fault diagnosis charts below then contact the CVO Technical team on 01325 327221 BEFORE you leave the installation. As part of our Customer Service procedure you will be asked for the Fire Serial number [on the front cover of the booklet] and Gas Safe Registration.

  • Page 23: Fault Diagnosis

    In the unlikely even that a fault develops with the fire the below table may be used to identify the possible cause. If in doubt about any aspect of this fire please call the CVO Fire Technical Department on 01325-327221.

  • Page 24: Spark Failure

    Spark Failure • The gap between the pilot electrode and the pilot should be 3.5 – 4.5mm and normally adjustment is not necessary (the electrode is very brittle). • The spark should jump across the gap between the electrode and the gas outlet on the pilot head.

  • Page 25: Replacement Components List

    Gas supply (L.P.G. / Natural Gas) Unit serial number Component part number or description of fault • Only use genuine replacement parts, purchased from CVO Fire. Call 01325-327221 to order. • Replacement of the manual valve will require the high and low flow rates to be checked and calibrated by the engineer to ensure the fire operates within the CE approved limits.

  • Page 26: Manual Valve Construction

    Manual Valve Construction Servicing Instructions General Information • The following servicing procedures should be carried out regularly and only by a qualified person. • Note: foreign bodies can gather on the surface of the burner unit as servicing can be a dusty operation. Suitable precautions should be taken.
  • Page 27 • Remove the venturi cover screw and venturi cover (natural gas only), then remove and clean the injector. Do not use a needle or wire. • Using a soft brush or soft suction vacuum cleaner, remove any debris from the top surface of the fire unit. •...

  • Page 28: Lpg/Propane Users

    IMPORTANT NOTE: LPG/Propane Users With Outside Tank: The tank must be fitted with a regulator and suitable pipe work used to ensure the gas pressure (as stated on the data plate) is maintained at all times - “at the appliance” – see commissioning. With Bottles: The minimum requirement is 2 x 47Kg bottles with a changeover valve.

  • Page 29: User Instruction Manual

    REVISION #1 PIN NUMBER: 0063 BN 5708 KARA (Sea Coals) “Hole in the Wall” Gas Fire Suite USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL For use with Natural Gas (G20) or LPG (G31) Page 29 of 38...
  • Page 30 Engineer and GAS SAFE registration number will be required in order to process your claim. SERVICING : It is advised by CVO Fire that all gas appliances are given a full service by a qualified GAS SAFE Engineer. Page 30 of 38...
  • Page 31 Contents Page 32 Important Information Page 33 Lighting The Fire Page 35 Cleaning Instructions Page 36 Servicing Page 36 Hearths Page 36 New Fire Smell/ Burn in Period Page 37 Fire Guards Page 37 Warranty Information Page 31 of 38...

  • Page 32: Important Information

    Important Information a) A qualified installer in accordance with National Regulations must install the fire. b) This fire is intended for decorative purposes. Any purpose-provided ventilation should be checked regularly to ensure that it is free from obstruction. A qualified person should service the fire regularly.

  • Page 33: Lighting The Fire

    Lighting the fire 1. The appliance is fitted with a manual control valve positioned under the shelf. The position of the control value is depicted ion the label shown on the vanity cover fitted around the control knob (see image below). 2.
  • Page 34 6. To turn off the main burner, turn the control to MIN – press the knob in gently and turn it clockwise to the PILOT position. To turn off the pilot, press knob and turn to off. 7. To summarise the sequence is: i) To Light: •...

  • Page 35: Cleaning Instructions

    Cleaning Instructions • Note: It is inevitable that dust, debris from the chimney and combustion by-products will accumulate; consequently the surface area of the fire unit should be cleaned at regular intervals. • When cleaning your product take care when cleaning fragile materials, gently remove the ceramic sea coals noting placement.

  • Page 36: New Fire Smell/ Burn In Period

    Appliance Servicing • It is advised that this appliance is serviced by a GAS SAFE registered engineer every 12 months. Hearths • For some countries a non-combustible hearth must be fitted in front of the fire in accordance with National Regulations. New Fire Smell / Burn In Period •...

  • Page 37: Warranty Information

    Warning - Fire Guards • This appliance is not fitted with an integral guard. In normal use consideration may be given to the use of a fireguard conforming to BS6539 or BS6778, so that the approach to the appliance is limited such that access to the flame is minimised.
  • Page 38 CVO FIRE, CVO House, 4 Beaumont Square Aycliffe Industrial Park, Newton Aycliffe County Durham, DL5 6XN Tel – 01325 327 221 Fax – 01325 327 292 Email – info@cvo.co.uk Web – www.cvo.co.uk Page 38 of 38...

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