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KS1150 Peninsula 400
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630458_1 KS1150 Peninsula 400 Install Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION / SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS KS1150 Peninsula 400 Gas Fireplace 630458_1 KS1150 Peninsula 400 Install Manual...
  • Page 2 The heater must be installed according to these instructions and in compliance with all relevant building, gas fitting, electrical and other statutory regulations (eg. AS/NZS 5601). Any shortcomings in the appliance and flue installation will be the responsibility of the installer, and Escea will not be accountable for any such failings or their consequences.

  • Page 3: Product Specification

    KS1150 Peninsula 400 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION MODEL NAME KS1150 Peninsula 400 Description of Appliance Gas Fire Heater Star Rating 3.9 Stars AS/NZ Approval Standard AS/NZS 5263.1.3:2016 Gas Type Natural Gas ULPG Propane High 33 MJ/h 33 MJ/hr 33 MJ/h Gas input...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Product Description and Dimensions Product Description Product Dimensions Creating the Cavity Cavity Shape Designing the Cavity Hearth Cavity Base Wall linings Television & Mantel Clearances Installing the Flue Flue Configuration (If less than 4m flue length is required) Flue Configuration (If more than 4m flue length is required) Installing the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal option Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue (UVP) Installing the External Vertical Powerflue (UVP)
  • Page 5 Finishing the Installation Coal, Crystallite, or Driftwood Fuelbed Installation Log and Woodland Log Fuelbed Retainer Setup Log Fuelbed Installation Woodland Fuelbed Installation Flame Picture Wall Linings Locating Wall Mount Cradle for Wireless Control Operating the Appliance Normal Operating Sounds and Smells Installation Checklist Service Manual Annual service procedure...

  • Page 6: Product Description And Dimensions

    Product Description and Dimensions Product Description The Mode KS1150 Peninsula 400 gas fire is a room sealed gas appliance designed to be built into a false self-supporting cavity. It is a powerful gas heater that, on the lowest setting (flame effect) will still generate approximately 50% heat.

  • Page 7: Creating The Cavity

    • Home automation network connections - ethernet cable layout This KS1150 Peninsula 400 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.* SEE SECTION F6 “Wall Linings”...

  • Page 8: B3 Hearth

    Escea in no way guarantees or takes responsibility that the recommended installation suggestion will be suitable for all electrical or home entertainment appliances.

  • Page 9: 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 falls outside of the bounds of the flue configurations shown below.
  • Page 10 Overall ue length: 0.4m Min. 4m Max. Vertically Terminated: Utilises the Escea universal vertical power flue enclosure kit. Vertical PowerFlue Cowl (Duravent) werFlue UVP Cowl vent) 1.2m Co-axial Flue UVP Unit 1.2m F-F Liner Liner -axial Flue 4m MAX 4m MAX...

  • Page 11: C2 Flue Configuration (If More Than 4M Flue Length Is Required)

    PolyPro tube flue lengths is required. If you are installing a shorter flue run, Flexible Flue see section C1 “Flue Configuration (If less than 4m flue length is required)” on page 9. 12m MAX UVP Cowl 1.2m F-F Liner ESCEA WALL TERMINAL Ø75mm / Ø100mm PP Tube UVP Fan Unit Ø100mm Condensate Trap Ø75mm / Ø100mm...

  • Page 12: 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 weathertight when installation is complete to prevent damage to the dwelling.
  • Page 13 Creating the Hole in the Outside Wall When cutting the hole in the outside wall, be mindful of how the installation of the 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...
  • Page 14 How to Flash the Horizontal Powerflue packer to lift terminal off sill The following diagrams are excerpts from the Escea architect drawings and are available in full on our flashing tape over wall wrap to opening website. These diagrams are recommendations, and your installation must comply with any local or sill cover to cladding to comply national building codes.

  • Page 15: C4 Installing The Internal Vertical Powerflue (Uvp)

    C4 Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue (UVP) Note: For information regarding an external install of the UVP, go to section C5 “Installing the External Vertical Powerflue (UVP)” on page 17. The Universal Vertical Powerflue (UVP) internal configuration is designed to have the fan, mounted within the roof space of the house, and the vertical Ø225mm diameter liner, containing a Ø100mm flexi, penetrate through the roof.

  • Page 16: Typical Installation

    The UVP-Internal kit is intended for use within an accessible roof space or ‘chimney’ construction. Service access must be provided. Ensure installation complies with relevant building codes and regulations Typical Installation UVP Cowl 1.2m F-F Liner ‘Decktite’ or similar ashing Roof Space Ensure Power Flue unit is securely braced using...

  • Page 17: C5 Installing The External Vertical Powerflue (Uvp)

    Installing the External Vertical Powerflue (UVP) Note: For information regarding an internal install of the UVP, go to section C4 “Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue (UVP)” on page 15. The UVP is designed to have the enclosure containing the fan unit mounted externally; an example is shown below.

  • Page 18: 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 19: C7 Running The Flue

    For information on running the PolyPro flue , see the installation manual which is supplied with the flue components. 1.5m FOR MORE INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF THE POLYPRO FLUE, SEE ‘POLYPRO FLUE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS’ AVAILABLE ON: WWW.ESCEA.COM OR SUPPLIED WITH THE FLUE. FOR POLYPRO COMPONENT GUIDES, THESE ARE AVAILABLE ON: WWW.ESCEA.COM TITLED: HORIZONTAL FLUE COMPONENT GUIDE &...

  • Page 20: C8 Running The Powerflue Electrical Cable

    C8 Running the Powerflue Electrical Cable Note: The powerflue terminal is powered from the appliance and must be connected to the appliance with the supplied electrical cable only. Note: Ensure that the appliance power supply is disconnected before making the connection to the terminal The supplied electrical cable is 7m long;...

  • Page 21: 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 must be given to the location of an appropriate power supply. An earthed 230/240 volt mains power connection (typically a standard 3 pin outlet) must be available within 1m of the bottom right of the appliance.

  • Page 22: D3 Gas Pipe Sizing

    Maximum KS1150 Peninsula 400 Gas Consumption = 33MJ/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 23: 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 24: 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 25: E4 Remove The Infill & 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 26 Step 3: Replace the pilot jet (see tables on next page). Note: Ensure the pilot jet is joined up to the olive before inserting the jet into the pilot assembly (as shown below). Step 4: Screw out the nylon adjuster screw inside the regulator to remove the existing spring. Replace the spring with the purple spring supplied in the conversion kit and reassemble the regulator.

  • Page 27: E6 Operating The Appliance

    Note: 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 an Escea fire, will void the limited appliance warranty and may be dangerous.
  • Page 28 The gas valve (shown right) has manometer test points at A, C, and D. Gas Pressure Table - KS1150 Peninsula 400 Gas Type ULPG Propane Minimum Inlet Pressure - Pre-Regulator 1.13 kPa 2.75 kPa 2.75 kPa Maximum Inlet Pressure - Pre-Regulator 5.0 kPa...
  • Page 29 Whilst in test mode: press and hold the “ACTIVATE TIMER” and “FAN BOOST” buttons for 4 seconds to access the gas valve settings. The appliance will automatically turn on while in this mode. WAIT. Allow the appliance to fully light all burners before continuing.

  • Page 30: E8 Remote Pairing Button

    Remote Pairing Button The KS-Series fireplaces have a manual on/off button that should only be used for teaching the fireplace a new remote. The diagram below shows the location of this button. Section S5 “Replacing a Remote Control” on page 45 of the service manual covers the steps necessary to pair a new remote.

  • Page 31: E9 Home Automation Setup

    Home Automation Setup Escea K-Series fireplaces have a simple interface for connection to a home automation system. This allows the fireplace to be woken up, started, and then shut down. The “Close to Wake” connection (shown below) is essentially taking one of the 3.3 volt DC pins on the fireplace microcontroller and shorting it to ground.
  • Page 32 Relay open If the fireplace is operating with a closed relay then, upon opening the relay contacts, the fireplace will shut down and return the remote controller to its standby mode when it next updates (which can take up to 4 minutes). While the relay is open the fireplace will be in standby mode and available for manual operation by the user.

  • Page 33: 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 all glass windows and rear of firebox for single sided.

  • Page 34: F3 Log Fuelbed Installation

    Note: Improper positioning of any fuelbed media may create carbon build-up and will alter the unit’s performance. Malfunctions due to improper fuel media placement will not be covered under warranty. Log Index KS1150 Single 850 Use the index above as a guide for selecting the correct logs. Log Setup KS1150 Peninsula 400 Step 1:...

  • Page 35: F4 Woodland Fuelbed Installation

    Step 2: Step 3: Woodland Fuelbed Installation Logs must be located correctly as stated/depicted in this section. The final layout should replicate the picture shown in Step 3. Place the ember flakes in a single layer evenly after the logs have been located correctly (excess flakes should NOT be added if one even layer has been achieved).

  • Page 36: F5 Flame Picture

    Woodland Log Setup KS1150 Peninsula 400 Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Flame Picture An abnormal flame pattern will look long and stringy; it may cause soot to build up inside the firebox.

  • Page 37: F6 Wall Linings

    An abnormal flame pattern will likely be the result of incorrect settings (jet size, burner aeration collar). Check that 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 38: F7 Locating Wall Mount Cradle For Wireless Control

    (for a nice Gib finish we recommend Gib Rondo stopping bead). Note: a 20mm or less wall lining must be used when installing a KS1150 Peninsula 400 fireplace. A 10mm wall lining is recommended for ease of installation.

  • Page 39: F8 Operating The Appliance

    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 to locate the cradle off the ground is about chest height. This gives a good average room temperature and easy access for the user.

  • Page 40: F9 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 41: Installation Checklist

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

  • Page 42: Service Manual

    • This manual should be left with the appliance. • Only use Escea approved spare parts. • Escea Spare parts are available from an Escea Distributor or Retailer • DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE. Annual service procedure □ Isolate power and gas supply to fire.

  • Page 43: 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 44 The bimetallic snap disk mounted on the exhaust collector box has tripped. • Check that fans are plugged in, cleaned, and free turning - room air fans may be slowed or stalled. • Check the regulator -being set too high may result in excess heat build- Appliance Over Temperature •...

  • Page 45: S3 Cleaning The Fuel Bed And Glass

    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 46: S6 Replacing The Burners

    Replacing the burners Remove all components of the fuelbed, taking care not to damage any of the fuelbed media. Remove the 4 screws in the infill and lift from the fire box, by lifting one end up into the top corner and then out towards you.

  • Page 47: S10 Pressure Switch Removal

    Remove the 8 screws on the controls tray (shown shaded in the diagram below). Remove the ‘engine’ by lifting up and to the right. This is still connected internally to the gas hose and power cables. S10 Pressure Switch Removal 1.
  • Page 48 Once done, remove the 3 screws (circled below right) from the top side glass retainer (shown shaded below). Loosen the 3 screws in the two bottom brackets (circled below left). Carefully remove the glass panel from the firebox by tilting the top out first. 2.
  • Page 49 3. Remove the 2 silicone tubes. 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. NOTE: Image shows MODE 850 (location is the same) When reconnecting the pressure switch, be sure to connect the tubes as shown in the diagram below.

  • Page 50: S11 Replacing The Thermal Cut Out (Tco)

    S11 Replacing the Thermal Cut Out (TCO) WARNING - Ensure power is turned off before removing any TCO. There is one thermal cutout attached to the exhaust manifold (120°C). Exhaust TCO (90°C) Access to this TCO can be made by following steps 1 to 2 from section S10 “Pressure Switch Removal”...
  • Page 51 Servicing a Universal Vertical Powerflue: If the UVP is internally installed remove the unit and replace the complete fan unit. If the UVP is externally installed the cowl/fan unit (shown right) is to be completly replaced by removing it from the liner or flashing.

  • Page 52: S13 Wiring Diagram

    S13 Wiring Diagram...

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