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Model Eco3 MkIII Model options Apex, Adjusta, Aleda, Black-Watch, Cristal, Contemporary, Fairfield, Liberty, Caledonian, Lux, Ignite, Maine, Mystique, Pinnacle, Sirius Westerly, Verto Installation and User Instructions All instructions must be handed to user for safekeeping This is not a DIY product and must be...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS These Notes Must Be Read Before Installation This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance that provides radiant or combined radiant and convected heat; it cannot and should not be used as the main heating source within a property. The appliance is designed to fit most types of fireplaces with a natural draught flue as listed in the Installation Requirements.
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OPENING THE APPLIANCE Stand the carton the right way up, open the box from the top. Read all the instructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance. Remove the bags containing ceramic components such as coals or gravel etc. Remove the cardboard packing pieces, and any other bags or boxes containing fittings or other parts.
INSTRUCTIONS CONTENT Section Contents Page No Important Notes Installation requirements Appliance Information Ventilation Site Requirements Pre-Fabricated Flue box Debris Space Installation of appliance 10-11 Preparing the Opening 11-12 Fitting the Burner Tray Fuel Bed 13-21 Commissioning the Appliance Operating the Appliance Manual Control 10.1 Operating the Appliance Remote Control 10.2...
This fire is decorative Fuel Effect Gas Fire providing radiant warmth. It is designed to operate on Natural Gas or LPG. It is the LAW that all gas appliances and fittings are installed by a competent person such as a Gas Safe Registered fitter and in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British Standards for Installation, Codes of Practice and in accordance with the manufacturers’...
This appliance MUST NOT be installed into a bathroom or shower room, or where steam may be present. An extractor fan must not be fitted in the same room or space as the appliance as this can affect the safety of the appliance. The fire has been designed to fit into a fireplace or builders opening conforming to BS 1251 (and meeting certain dimensional requirements), or a suitable flue box complying with the constructional requirements of BS 715.
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Eco3 16" Tray 16" Tray Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H Propane (G31) Inlet Pressure 20 mbar 36 mbar Max Input (gross) Min Input (gross) Setting Pressure 20 mbar 36 mbar Gas Inlet connection 8mm Compression 8mm Compression Overall Height...
SECTION 4: VENTILATION This Appliance does not normally require purpose provided ventilation. However, if a second appliance operating within the same room or space must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation. When commissioning the appliance spillage is detected, then amongst other problems there may be insufficient natural ventilation for correct operation of the flue.
To enable the product of combustion to be cleared properly up the flue, the outlet at the back of the appliance must have a 50mm minimum clearance between it and the back wall of the opening or any other obstruction. The area immediately above the outlet must form a smooth path into the flue.
Section 6: DEBRIS SPACE In accordance with BS 5871 part 2, minimum debris collection volumes are required behind the installed appliance. CLAY/CEMENT LINES OR BLOCK FLUE WHICH IS NEW, UNUSED, OR PREVIOUSLY ONLY USED WITH A GAS FIRE. Appliance recessed depth + 20mm UNLINED FLUE OR CHIMNEY WHICH HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY USED FOR A SOLID FUEL OR OIL BURNING APPLIANCE Appliance recessed depth + 60mm...
Diagram 4 If this is the Remote controlled version of the this fire then care is needed when removing the burner not to damage the wiring system of the fire, you will need to remove the control box, Heat Shield and battery holder placed at the back of the fire. SECTION 7.1: PREPARING THE OPENING Before installing the fire, check the flue for correct operation using a smoke pellet, all of the smoke should be drawn up the flue and exit correctly from the terminal.
You can now decide where to route your gas pipe, route holes are provided in the rear and side of the base plate for use where concealed pipe work is required. SECTION 7.2 FITTING THE BURNER TRAY Temporarily fit the burner tray and ensure a suitable gas route can be achieved. Ensure the Rear Bracket is Away from the Burner and not impinging upon the...
If the fire is the remote control version then carefully place the control box in position and re- connect the burner tray. Connect the gas supply and tighten the gas connections. SECTION 8: FUEL BED LAYOUT Place the ceramic rear matrix onto the burner ensuring that the rear matrix is sitting behind the two fixed brackets, the back of the matrix rests against the rear of the base plate.
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BURNER PILOT ASSEMBLY Note: Please ensure that there is a gap between the back of the front matrix and the pilot assembly where applicable, this is to ensure correct operating of the pilot and O.D.S system, FRONT MATRIX this must not be touching the assembly as this will cause the fire to operate incorrectly and cause damage to the fire and to malfunction.
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Place the fire front/ fret into position in front of the fire and slide the ashpan door into place. The fire front/fret shown in these instructions may differ from the one supplied with the appliance, we strongly recommend you use a fire front/fret supplied by Sirocco fires as these...
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products will have been tested with the appliance, although other fire front/frets will be compatible.
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Traditional Random coal bed option: First identify the parts please see below: RANDOM COAL FRONT MATRIX 7 X COAL 3 X COAL 2 X COAL 2 X COAL 2 X COAL...
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Place the Random Coal Front matrix in place, insuring that it does not touch the pilot assembly behind. Place 5 Coals between the front matrix and the rear matrix as shown do not block the area between the coal supports. Place the three large coals as shown again ensuring that the area between the coal supports is clear.
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Place the two coals in the spaces left between Coals Now place the coals in the top corners as shown below.
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Place the final two coals between coals...
Finally place the two small coals E between the A coals at the front on either side and coals Section 9: COMMISSIONING THE APPLIANCE Turn on and test the gas supply up to the fire for any leaks, in accordance with current Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) Section 10: OPERATING THE APPLIANCE (See Section 18 Users Instruction)
SECTION 11: SETTING PRESSURE Remove the pressure test point sealing screw from the isolation elbow and attach a suitable pressure gauge. Check that the standing inlet gas pressure is at 20 mbar Light the pilot and check the correct operation of the burner at all the flame settings. Refer to the Operating instructions section 10.1 Check that the inlet gas pressure is at 20 mbar when the fire is at its highest setting.
The thermocouple connection into the back of the gas control valve may also have worked loose during installation, simply get the installer to tighten. If pilot disturbance is not the cause, then the ODS safety system may be in operation. Switch the appliance OFF, check the flue and carry out any remedial work required.
SECTION 14: BRIEFING THE CUSTOMER All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping. Show the customer how to light and operate the fire. After commissioning the appliance, the customer should be instructed on the safe use of the appliance and the informed for the need of regular servicing.
SECTION 15: SERVICING 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: 1. Lay out the dust sheet and tools required. 2. Remove the cast front fret. 3.
SECTION 16: CLEANING THE COALS Remove the fire front/fret casting and place to one side. Remove the ceramic components. Gently clean in the open air using a dry paint brush. Be careful not to create dust from the coals. Where necessary replace damaged components with genuine spares. Seal scrap ceramic components in plastic bags and dispose at proper refuse sites as directed.
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Pilot flame shrinks when fire is on high? Poor gas flow to fire, check pressure with fire on high. If pressure is low, remove any restriction in pipe work or valve. Check all isolators are adequately sized and fully open. Check meter pressure is adequate.
SECTION 18: USER INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT NOTES The installation of this fire MUST only be carried out by a competent person (such as a Gas Safe registered fitter) in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British Standards, Codes of Practice, the Building Regulations and the manufacturers’...
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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE (Manual Control) For your safety, the fire is fitted with a Flame Supervision Device (FSD), which will shut off the Gas supply if for any reason the pilot is extinguished. This device incorporates a fixed probe, which senses heat from the pilot burner flame, if the probe is cooled, the device will prevent any gas flow.
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CLEANING Before carrying out any of the following operations, ensure that the fire is OFF and completely cold. Debris that may form on the fire bed should be periodically removed by a competent person. Large deposits could indicate deterioration of the flue. This should be repaired by a competent person, and the fire serviced before further use.
BEFORE CONTACTING SIROCCO FOR SERVICE PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING; Sirocco is committed to customer care and service. To ensure we provide the best service we can we have a policy to charge for all none warranty home visits so that all customers with a genuine manufactures fault can be dealt with swiftly, if your appliance has recently been installed and you are experiencing any of the following;...
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08432 89 0102 Mon to Fri 9:00 to 16:00 Contact our spares department by email spareparts@siroccofire.pl Purchase spare parts direct from our website www.siroccofires.com Spare parts are managed by our UK partner company Lodestar-Delta Ltd Lodestar-Delta Ltd T/A Sirocco Unit 1, 11 Weir St, Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 2AN...
Purchase spare parts direct from our website www.siroccofires.com Spare parts are managed by our UK partner company Lodestar-Delta Ltd Lodestar-Delta Ltd T/A Sirocco Unit 1, 11 Weir St, Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 2AN SIROCCO HEAD OFFICE Telephone number for all departments 0843 289 4268 (charged at BT national rate)
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5 year warranty Contacting Sirocco If you need to contact Sirocco for a Warranty service or to purchase spare parts the contact details and procedure are printed on the back page of your installation/user guide...
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Validation of your installation will be required prior to warranty service/repair; there will be a fee for this. No other validation will be accepted by Sirocco. Accidental damage or improper use is not covered by warranty. This guarantee is non-transferable and is made to the original owner...
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