Escea EF5000 Installation & Service Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Installation / Service Instructions EF5000 Gas Fireplace For the latest documentation, visit www.escea.com 630295_4...
- Page 2 Installation must be carried out by a registered installer who, on completion of the installation, must issue a: 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.
- Page 3 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 installation will be the responsibility of the installer, and Escea will not be accountable for any such failings or their consequences.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Product Description and Installation Process Product Description Recommended Install Process Product Dimensions Creating the Cavity Cavity Shape Designing the Cavity Hearth Cavity Base Wall Cladding Clearance to Combustibles Types of Installations Freestanding Installation Partially Enclosed Installations Corner Installations Installing the Electricity and Gas to the Appliance Power Supply Gas Pipe Sizing Gas Pipe Position... - Page 5 Service Manual Annual Service Procedure Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Fuelbed and Fascia Checking Operating Pressure Replacing the Burners Serial Number Removing the Control Tray Wiring Diagram...
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Page 6: Product Description And Installation Process
Product Description and Installation Process Product Description The Escea EF5000 outdoor gas fire is an open fronted flame effect fire that is designed to be permanently installed into a cavity. The appliance may be installed directly into a timber cavity and requires no flue. -
Page 7: Creating The Cavity
Creating the Cavity Cavity Shape The EF5000 is suitable for timber framed cavities. Designing the Cavity The following aspects must be considered when designing this installation: • Appliance physical size • Wall finishing and interaction with appliance • Positioning of appliance in regards to wall lining (depth into wall) •... -
Page 8: B4 Cavity Base
The minimum clearance distance between a combustible ceiling and the fascia must be no less than 1400mm. Warning: Under no circumstances should anything be closer than 1 meter in front of the EF5000, including: people, pets, or furniture. Warning: Do not install a TV above the fire under any circumstances. -
Page 9: Types Of Installations
In the case of balconies, at least 20% of the total wall area must remain open and unrestricted. NOTE: Installation instructions for a partially enclosed installation are Escea recommendations only and may or may not comply with your local council standards. Please check with your local council for actual building standards. -
Page 10: C3 Corner Installations
Option 2: Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and no more than two walls. Option 3: Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and more than two walls, provided it meets the following conditions: • At least 25% of the total wall area is completely open, and •... - Page 11 The minimum clearance distance between adjacent walls and the edge of the fascia needs to be no less than 270mm. 1000 Minimum Minimum END OF SECTION C By the end of this section, you should have: □ A cavity with suitable clearances to combustibles and other walls. □...
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Page 12: Installing The Electricity And Gas To The Appliance
Installing the Electricity and Gas to the Appliance Power Supply The EF5000 requires a constant external 24V AC 1A power supply that is connected to mains power through the supplied transformer. The connection and the outlet must be protected against water ingress. -
Page 13: D4 Gas Isolating Valve
Before each use of the appliance, the hose assembly connecting the appliance to the gas supply must be inspected. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is damaged, then the hose assembly must be replaced before the appliance is operated. The gas hose should be properly located away from pathways or areas where the hose may be subject to accidental damage. -
Page 14: Installing The Appliance
Connecting the Gas Pipe When the EF5000 has been pushed into position and secured, the flexible hose can be connected to the inlet side of the appliance regulator at the front center of the fire. The hose and pipe assembly should have been tested as per section D3 “Gas Pipe Position”... -
Page 15: E4 Gas Type Conversion
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 16 EF5000 AUS EF5000 AUS 7427 AGA Cert. No. Part No. 620161_2 www.escea.net Escea Ltd, PO Box 5277 Dunedin, NZ 7427 AGA Cert. No. Burner Jets Part No. 620164_2 Escea Ltd, PO Box 5277 www.escea.net...
- Page 17 Step 5: Disconnect the blue and white wires between the pilot assembly and the rest of the tray. Use a 1/2” spanner to remove the nut from the pilot tube on the base of the tray. Remove the brass nuts from the top of the gas pipes with a 5/8” spanner. Lift the top pilot box assembly off of the lower engine.
- Page 18 Remove 2 machine screws and nuts Step 9: Remove the two bolts from the bracket to allow for replacement of the pilot shroud and electrodes. Remove 2 x machine screws Step 10: Replace all components as required. If the pilot jet is being replaced, removed the existing jet from the pilot tube and replace with a new jet.
- Page 19 Reinstall the pilot and control tray by reversing the previous steps. Reattach the flexible gas hose to the engine. Step 11: Take the regulator spring out of the regulator by unscrewing the pressure adjustment knob completely. Swap the regulator spring with the new spring that is supplied in conversion kitset. Replace adjustment screw and reset gas pressure (detailed in section E6 “Checking the Gas Operating Pressure”...
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Page 20: E5 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 21 Once the pressure reading is correct, replace the operating test point screw and leak-test the test point. Test the appliance for overall soundness using an appropriate method. END OF SECTION E By the end of this section, you should have: □...
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Page 22: Finishing The Installation
Finishing the Installation Assembly of the Stone Cartridge The glass which fits inside the stone cartridge has been packaged to protect it during transit; it can be found inside the firebox. Insert the glass strip into the stone cartridge between the two metal flanges and push it all the way to the bottom (as shown below). -
Page 23: F3 Placement Of Ceramic Stones
The EF5000 fascia is attached to the combustion box by four ‘hooks’ on the corners of the fascia. Line up the hooks with the receptacles on the outdoor fire, as pictured, and push the fascia into position. The first slot in the hook can be used to hang the fascia in the receptacles in order to facilitate the attachment. -
Page 24: F4 Pilot Flame And Burner Positioning
Weather Cover (Optional) If desired, an optional weather cover can be purchased from your Escea retailer, which protects the fuelbed and burners. This should only be placed while the fire is not in use. -
Page 25: F6 Operating The Appliance
Operating the Appliance The EF5000 is operated by an ON/OFF switch located on the right hand outer edge of the fascia. Before operating the fire, ensure the power transformer is plugged into the mains wall socket and turned on; also ensure that the supply is turned on. - Page 26 Smells The first few times the unit is operated, the unit may release an odour and the flames will appear orange due to: the curing of the paint, the burning off of the starch in the gas logs, and the oils in the metal.
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Page 27: Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist Go through the following checklist to ensure you have installed the appliance correctly □ Correctly sized cavity □ Correct clearances to combustibles □ An electrical isolating switch to the appliance, accessible after finished installation □ Correctly sized gas supply with a pressure test point, ensuring adequate supply with all other gas appliances in the dwelling running □... -
Page 28: Service Manual
• This manual should be left with the appliance. Only use Escea approved spare parts. • • 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 29 Exploded View...
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Page 30: S5 Cleaning The Fuelbed And Fascia
Clear any blockage from primary aeration port of burners. The outside of an Escea Fascia must only be cleaned with a soft microfibre cloth. If heavier cleaning is required for the likes of grease or stubborn fingerprint removal we recommend the use of a dedicated stainless steel cleaner for stainless steel fascias or warm soapy water for powder coated fascias. -
Page 31: S6 Checking Operating Pressure
Ensure your strokes still follow the direction of the grain or brush finish. 6. Ensure that no film is applied to the glass of your Escea Gas Fireplace. If applied accidentally, wipe off with an absorbent microfibre cloth. - Page 32 4. Lift out both burners. Remove the four screws from the black infill panel and remove the panel. Undo the flexible gas tube that is connecting to the engine. Remove all screws that are holding the engine in place. 5. Remove the control tray from the fire.
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Page 33: S10 Wiring Diagram
S10 Wiring Diagram...
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