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Escea DS1400 Installation And Service Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation / Service Instructions DS 1400 Gas Fireplace For the latest documentation, visit www.escea.com 630358_4...
  • Page 2 AUS: Certificate of Compliance NZ: Certificates that comply with the latest legislation in accordance with national and/or local codes. If these are not issued then the Escea warranty may be void. Warranty Repair and Annual Servicing: Warranty repair work must be carried out by a recognised gas fire technician.

  • Page 4: Product Specification

    DS1400 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION MODEL NAME DS1400 Description of Appliance Gas Fire Heater Star Rating 4.7-5.1 Stars A/NZ Approval No. AS 4553 Gas Type Natural Propane ULPG High 40 MJ/hr 40 MJ/hr 37 MJ/hr Gas input 30 MJ/hr 28 MJ/hr 28 MJ/hr...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Installation Process and Product Description Product Description Recommended Installation Process Product Dimensions Creating the Cavity Cavity Shape Designing the Cavity Hearth Cavity Base Wall Linings Television & Mantel Clearances Installing the flue Flue Configuration (For less than 4m length) Flue Configuration (For more than 4m length) Installing the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal option Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue option Installing the External Vertical Powerflue (EVP) option...
  • Page 7 Flame Picture Wall Lining Fitting the Fascia Locating Wall Mount Cradle for Wireless Control Operating the Appliance Normal Operating Sounds and Smells Installation Checklist Service Manual Annual Service Procedure Error Codes Cleaning the Fuelbed and Glass Cleaning the Fascia Checking Operating Pressure Replacing a Remote Control Replacing the Burners Serial Number...

  • Page 8: A Installation Process And Product Description

    Product Description and Installation Process Product description The Escea DS-Series gas fire is a room sealed gas appliance designed to be built into a false cavity. The appliance is flued using co-linear flexible aluminium flue and Polypro plastic piping beyond 4m. The user will control their fire with the Radio Frequency (RF) remote that will normally be located in it’s...

  • Page 9: A3 Product Dimensions

    Product Dimensions NOT TO BE MISTAKEN FOR CAVITY DIMENSIONS All dimensions are in mm For more detail, view architectural drawings at www.escea.com...

  • Page 10: Creating The Cavity

    • Home automation network connections - Ethernet cable layout This DS1400 fire is to be installed prior to any wall lining. The wall lining is the very last task to be completed in this installation. The cavity and wall linings may be constructed from standard timber framing materials and do not need to be non-combustible.

  • Page 11: B3 Hearth

    The diagram (shown right) shows the recommended minimum clearances for the location of any electrical equipment (such as Plasma TV, LCD TV or home theatre) above a DS1400 gas fire. A mantel/recess is not required to comply with our recommen- dation of TV installation.

  • Page 12: Installing The Flue

    The horizontal offset of the terminal can be any amount up to the total flue length listed below. Please consult with Escea’s technical staff if your intended flue configuration steps outside of the bounds of the flue configurations shown below.
  • Page 13 Overall ue length: 0.4m Min. 4m Max. Vertically Terminated: (utilises the escea vertical power flue enclosure kit) 1.2m Co-axial Flue 4m MAX X + Y...

  • Page 14: C2 Flue Configuration (For More Than 4M Length)

    THESE ARE AVAILABLE ON: WWW.ESCEA.COM Ø100mm TITLED: Condensate Trap HORIZONTAL FLUE COMPONENT GUIDE & Ø80mm / Ø100mm Flexible Flue VERTICAL FLUE COMPONENT GUIDE 12m MAX ESCEA WALL TERMINAL Ø80mm / Ø100mm PP Tube Ø100mm Condensate Trap Ø80mm / Ø100mm Flexible Flue...

  • Page 15: C3 Installing The Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal Option

    Installing the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal option The Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal must be installed in the correct orientation. This allows for the correct operation of the flue system and prevents the ingress of water. The Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal must be weather-tight when installation is complete to prevent damage to the dwelling.
  • Page 16 Creating the Hole in the Outside Wall When cutting the hole in the outside wall, be mindful of how the installation Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal will be finished, the installation must be weatherproof. Ideal hole/cavity size for Horizontal Powerflue Without Side Brackets With Side Brackets 298mm 360mm...
  • Page 17 IMPORTANT: Ensure that flashings do not restrict the air intake slot around the periphery of the cowl How to flash the Horizontal Powerflue The following diagrams are excerpts from the escea architect drawings, and are available in full on our website. These diagrams are recommendations, and your installation must comply with any local or...

  • Page 18: C4 Installing The Internal Vertical Powerflue Option

    C4 Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue Option The internal vertical flue option is designed to have the box containing the fan and electronics mounted within the roof space of the house, and the vertical 200mm diameter twin wall flue penetrate through the roof. The standard kit comes with 1.2m of twin wall flue (post fan).
  • Page 19 To appliance Installation the restrictor plate (Internal Vertical Power Flue Only) Every Vertical Power Flue must have the restrictor plate fitted when installing a DS1400. To do this: □ Remove the powerflue lid, remove the screw that secures the elbow & then slide the elbow off.
  • Page 20 How to flash the Internal Vertical Powerflue...

  • Page 21: C5 Installing The External Vertical Powerflue (Evp) Option

    Installing the External Vertical Powerflue (EVP) The EVP is designed to have the box containing the fan and electronics mounted externally for installations. The EVP installation must be weather proof and conform to all local council standards including powered flue roof termination rules. Depending on the kit purchased, mount the EVP kit to the top of a chimney flashing plate or penetrate the roof with an optional flue liner accessory.

  • Page 22: C6 Installing In Accordance With Relevant Codes

    C6 Installing in Accordance with Relevant Codes: The location of the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 5601 and any other relevant building codes. If possible, avoid installing the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal in areas exposed to high winds and extreme weather. Some of the minimum clearances for a fan assisted wall terminal are listed below;...

  • Page 23: C7 Running The Flue

    Notes: 1) Should the flue not extend past the apex, the top of the flue should extend at least 400mm from the roof (or 500mm in regions with heavy snow). 2) The installation of a flue into a carport is not recommended. 3) The flue terminal will get very hot when in use.

  • Page 24: C8 Running The Powerflue Electrical Cable

    FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF THE POLYPRO FLUE, SEE ‘POLY PRO FLUE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS’ AVAILABLE ON: WWW.ESCEA.COM OR SUPPLIED WITH THE FLUE. FOR POLY PRO COMPONENT GUIDES, THESE ARE AVAILABLE ON: WWW.ESCEA.COM TITLED: HORIZONTAL FLUE COMPONENT GUIDE & VERTICAL FLUE COMPONENT GUIDE...

  • Page 25: Installing The Electricity And Gas To The Appliance

    Installing the Electricity and Gas to the Appliance Power Supply While the cavity is being created consideration should be given to appropriate location of a standard 3 pin, EARTHED 230/240V power outlet. This must be within 1.0m of the bottom right of the appliance.

  • Page 26: D3 Gas Pipe Sizing

    Maximum DS1400 Gas Consumption = 40MJ/hr D4 Gas Pipe Position The gas connection is inside the appliance and is ½” male BSP on the lower right of the appliance as shown below.

  • Page 27: D5 Gas Isolating Valve

    D5 Gas Isolating Valve A gas isolating valve must be installed in the gas line as close to the appliance as possible. Fix it in a convenient position to allow it to be closed off quickly and easily during normal operation. Take into consideration access to this valve once the wall linings are on.

  • Page 28: Installing The Appliance

    Installing the Appliance Connecting the Flue Access the top of the appliance and connect both the inlet flue (Ø75mm ID / 85mm OD) and the exhaust flue (Ø100mm ID / 110mm OD) to their respective spigots. Tighten the hose clamps onto the spigots. Ensure the flue connection is air tight.
  • Page 29 4. Remove the screws (circled in the diagram below) in the back panel of the appliance 5. On the back of the appliance remove the one screw from each of the four red tabs and set each pair of tabs from open position (shown below) to the close position. 6.
  • Page 30 7. Unscrew the 1/4 turn fasteners and allow the panel to lean forward so you may lift the panel out. Note: if needed, you can relocate the diagnostic bracket as shown in step 3 of section E4. 9. After Removing inner panels and rear firebox panel. Fix the top trim in place with the two black machine screws provided (black circles - see below).

  • Page 31: E4 Front To Back Conversion

    Front to Back Conversion 1. Follow section E5 and E6 to remove the glass, infill, and burners. 2. Remove the rear panels by following steps 2, 3, 4, 6 & 7 from section E3 above. 3. Relocate the diagnostic bracket to the opposite side of the appliance by carefully removing the middle screw and feeding it through to the opposite side of the fire (as shown in the diagram below).

  • Page 32: E6 Removing Infill And Burners

    NG to ULPG/Propane or vice versa. WARNING: The regulator that is supplied with the fire MUST NOT BE REMOVED. Removal of the regulator, or replacing it with one not intended for use with this Escea fire, will void the limited appliance warranty.
  • Page 33 Step 3: Replace the pilot jet (see table below). Note: Ensure the pilot jet is joined up to to the olive before inserting the jet into the pilot assembly (as shown below). DS1400 Gas type Middle Burner Jet Size Side Burner Jet Sizes Pilot Jet Size Ø1.95 mm...

  • Page 34: E8 Operating The Appliance

    Step 7: Adjusting the electronic controller for gas type Ensuring the gas is still OFF, Turn the power ON. On the remote control, insert the new “AA” size batteries. You should now see the time on the display showing 0:00 Press the MINUS (4), PLUS (8) and FAN BOOST (7) buttons simulta- neously (as shown right) until the characters “03”...

  • Page 35: E9 Checking The Operating Pressure

    MUST NOT BE REMOVED. Removal of the regulator, or replacing it with one not intended for use with an Escea fire, will void the limited appliance warranty and may be dangerous. The gas valve is shown right with Manometer test points at A, C and D.
  • Page 36 Changing the Operating Pressure from the Remote The following instructions must only be undertaken by a suitably approved person. Any tampering by an unauthorised person will void the product’s warranty and may result in a dangerous condition. While the remote is in its “OFF” mode with only the time showing on the display, press the MINUS, PLUS and FAN BOOST buttons simultaneously (as shown right) until the characters “03”...

  • Page 37: E10 Auxiliary On/Off Button

    The AUX button location can be seen in the diagram below. E11 Home Automation Setup Escea D-Series fireplaces have a simple interface for connection to a home automation system. Simply put this allows the fireplace to be woken up and started and then shut down. The “Close to wake” con- nection shown is essentially taking one of the 3.3 volt DC pins on the fireplace micro controller and...
  • Page 38 µ From Automation system Connector and terminal block supplied by Escea Note: you will need to match the relay coil voltage with the voltage from your automaton system. The home automation connection can be found in your fireplace accessory pack and is shown to the right.

  • Page 39: Finishing The Installation

    Finishing the Installation Coal, Crystallite or Driftwood Fuelbed Installation If using the crystalight, coal, or driftwood fuel beds, first place all the Crystallite/Coal pieces in a single layer atop the Burners and Fuelbed Tray. Cover the entire area except for the pilot shield, ensuring coverage right up to both glass windows and rear of firebox for single sided.
  • Page 40 Log Index Use the index above as a guide for selecting the correct logs. Log Setup Step 1: Step 2: Step 3:...

  • Page 41: F4 Woodland Fuelbed Installation

    Woodland Fuelbed Installation Woodland Log Index Use the index above as a guide for selecting the correct logs: Log Setup Step 1: Step 2: Step 3:...

  • Page 42: F5 Flame Picture

    An abnormal flame pattern will likely be the result of incorrect settings (jet size, burner aeration collar), you must check these are correct before proceeding. If an abnormal flame pattern is still present, please contact Escea. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure a correct flame pattern.

  • Page 43: F6 Wall Lining

    Note: that a 15mm or less wall lining must be used when installing a DS1400 fireplace with a Bevelled Lite fascia, as this is the maximum distance the Bevelled Lite fascia can sit off the front face of the fire as shown.

  • Page 44: F7 Fitting The Fascia

    10mm may require the ‘Linear Trim’ available from your local dealer to hide any exposed wall lining. Linear Trim To install the Gib Trim onto the DS1400, Hook the bottom edge over the bottom trim first and push the top edge up and flush with the wall cladding.

  • Page 45: F8 Locating Wall Mount Cradle For Wireless Control

    Ideally 1.2m to 1.5m from the floor The radio frequency signal will go through some walls but for best results Escea suggest that the cradle position is less than 10 metres away from the heater. The best height off the ground to locate the cradle is about chest height.

  • Page 46: F10 Normal Operating Sounds And Smells

    These are all normal operating sounds and should not be considered as defects in your appliance. Fan: Escea gas appliances use electric fans to push heated air into the room. It is not unusual for the fan to make a “whirring” sound when ON. This sound will increase or decrease in volume depending on the speed setting of your fan.

  • Page 47: Installation Checklist

    Installation Checklist Go through the following checklist to ensure you have installed the appliance correctly □ Correctly sized cavity to suit your fascia and flue configuration □ Correct clearances to combustibles □ An electrical isolating switch to the appliance, accessible after finished installation □...

  • Page 48: Service Manual

    Service Manual IMPORTANT: • This appliance must be serviced every 12 months. • Any service operation should be carried out only by a suitably qualified and trained person. • Gas and electricity supply MUST be isolated before any service operation is carried out on this appliance.

  • Page 49: S2 Error Codes

    Error Codes This gas fire has been designed to show error codes to help explain and identify any fault situation that occurs. These codes will appear on the wireless remote control in the form of a large letter “E” with a number beside it.
  • Page 50 The bimetallic snap disk mounted on the exhaust collector box has tripped. The possible causes for this could include: • Possibly fascia panels installed incorrectly resulting in restricted air flow. • Room air fans may be slowed or stalled. Check that fans are plugged in, Appliance Over cleaned, and free turning Temperature...

  • Page 51: S3 Cleaning The Fuelbed And Glass

    NEVER RUB THE FASCIA. The outside of the fascia’s must only be cleaned with a clean damp cloth, dry off after cleaning. The high temp silver powder coating that is used on Escea fascia parts contains certain amounts of aluminium that when rubbed too hard will oxidise leaving a black smudge that cannot be removed.

  • Page 52: S6 Replacing A Remote Control

    If the wireless control becomes lost or damaged, a new one can be ordered from any Escea retail agent. When you have the new remote, the following procedure needs to be followed to “teach” the remote to only communicate with that fire.

  • Page 53: S9 Removing Or Cleaning Fan

    Removing or Cleaning Fan As part of regular service procedure, it is recommended that the fan is removed for cleaning. Dust will build up on the fan rotor and in the cavity where the fan is located. This can be removed by the service person using a hearth brush and a vacuum cleaner.
  • Page 54 2. Remove the 10 screws (shown in the diagram below) in the access hatch and carefully remove from the firebox. 3. Remove the 2 silicone tubes (making note of which tube goes on each spigot) Disconnect the two wires from the pressure switch and remove the two screws on either side of the pressure switch to remove it from the bracket.

  • Page 55: S12 Replacing The Thermal Cut Outs (Tco)

    S12 Replacing the Thermal Cut Out WARNING - Ensure power is turned off before removing any TCO. There are two thermal cutouts: one in the LH room fan assembly (60°C) and the other attached to the exhaust manifold (120°C). Exhaust TCO (120°C) Access to this TCO can be made by following steps 1 to 2 from section S11.
  • Page 56 Fan TCO (60°C) Access to this TCO can be made by following S9 and removing the left hand fan (not exhaust side). Once the fan is removed you will see the TCO (circled in the diagram below). To remove this, unscrew the two visible screws and once free remove the two wires connected to the TCO and remove from chassis.

  • Page 57: S13 Servicing The Horizontal/Vertical Powerflue

    S13 Servicing the Horizontal / Vertical Powerflue Ensure the power to the Powerflue is off by disconnecting the power to the appliance inside. If the appliance has been running, allow the Powerflue to cool before attempting to service it. Servicing a horizontal Powerflue: If the Powerflue needs servicing, the fan can be accessed from the outside of the installation for Hori- zontal termination, and accessed from within the roof space for Vertical termination.

  • Page 58: S14 Wiring Diagram

    S14 Wiring Diagram...

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