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INSTALLATION AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
Appliance Data:
Model
Type of Gas
Injector size
Gross heat input (High setting)
Gross heat input (Low setting)
Supply pressure
Appliance test point pressure (cold) :
Minimum flue diameter
Minimum effective height of chimney:
Ignition
Spark gap
Dimensions
Shipping weight
Country of destination
This appliance has been assessed by a Government appointed Notified Body and shown to
meet the 'Essential Requirements' of the European Gas Appliance Directive.
The Directive lays down requirements for the safety of the appliance, together with its design,
construction, and use of materials. It also requires the production process to be covered by an
approved and monitored system of quality assurance.
Mandatory requirements
Straxgas fires must be installed with due regard to the following mandatory regulations:
The relevant British Standard installation specifications and codes of practice, and Building
Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, and Building Standards (Scotland)
Consolidated Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Board.
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.
Failure to install this appliance correctly could lead to prosecution and render the guarantee
invalid.
Attention is drawn to the latest edition of the following standards:
BS1251, Specifications of open fireplace components.
BS5440, Part 1, Specification for installation of flues.
BS5440, Part 2, Specification for installation of ventilation for gas appliances.
BS5482, Part 2, LPG, installations in permanent dwellings.
BS5871, Part 3, Installation of decorative fuel effect gas appliances.
BS6891, Specification of low pressure gas pipework
BS8303, Replacing CP403.
This Straxgas appliance is intended for decorative purposes and must only be installed by a
competent person (e.g. a C.O.R.G.I. member) in accordance with these installation instructions.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force, and used only in a
sufficiently ventilated space. Consult these instructions before installation and use of this
appliance.
GB
IE & Northern Ireland
Before installation
Ensure that the local distribution conditions (identification of the type of gas and pressure) and
the adjustment of the appliance are compatible. Refer to the burner data badge plate.
Ecotech (Low Input) Issue 1.2 28/06/01
Division of Legge Fabheat Ltd.
Longfield Road, Leamington Spa, Warks. CV31 1XB
Tel. (01926) 882233 Fax. (01926) 450846 Email: info@straxgas.co.uk
Registered in England No 500091
STRAXGAS 16" ECOTECH BURNER
(To be left with the appliance)
:
:
Natural gas (G20) Cat.I 2H
:
7 x 0.80mm multihole
:
6.9 kW (23,500Btu/h)
:
4.4kW (15,000Btu/h)
:
20mbar (8in.w.g.)
19.0mbar (±1.0mbar)
:
175mm (7in.)
3m (10ft.)
:
Piezo
:
3.0mm min., 4.5mm max.
:
To fit into a standard
16" chairbrick
:
13kg
:
United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland
Additional purpose made air ventilation is not normally required.
Ventilation must be provided in accordance with the rules in force.
16" Ecotech burner
Propane gas (G31) Cat. I 3P
7 x 0.53mm multihole
6.9kW (23,500Btu/h)
3.5kW (12,000Btu/h)
37mbar (14.8in.w.g.)
36.5mbar
175mm (7in.)
3m (10ft.)
Piezo
3.0mm min., 4.5mm max.
To fit a standard
16" chairbrick
13kg
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Summary of Contents for STRAXGAS 16 Ecotech
- Page 1 BS6891, Specification of low pressure gas pipework BS8303, Replacing CP403. This Straxgas appliance is intended for decorative purposes and must only be installed by a competent person (e.g. a C.O.R.G.I. member) in accordance with these installation instructions. This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force, and used only in a sufficiently ventilated space.
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Page 2: Installing The Burner
Soft furnishings, decorations and some wall coverings may discolour or scorch if positioned too close to the fire. Installing the burner The Straxgas 16" Ecotech burner fits into a standard chairbrick of the dimensions shown in Fig.1. Hearth fitting The Straxgas burner must be installed on a level non-combustible hearth in accordance with BS5871, Part 3. - Page 3 If a fret from another manufacturer is being used, it must comply with the minimum free area requirements shown in Fig. 2. Warning: Only Straxgas approved ceramic blocks and coals, designed for this appliance, must be used with this burner. Use of ceramic components from any other supplier will invalidate the guarantee and may be dangerous.
- Page 4 8. Fit the front fret by hooking the support lugs at each end over the slotted front plate on the burner (if using a Straxgas fret), or place an alternative front fret in front of the burner. Note: If a fret from another manufacturer is being used, it must comply with the minimum free area requirements shown in Fig.
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Page 5: Instruct The User
Check for clearance of products of combustion 1. Light the fire. 2. Close all windows and doors. 3. After 10 minutes traverse a smoke match across the perimeter of the opening and ensure that the smoke is drawn into the flue aperture. If spillage is detected introduce ventilation into the room by opening a window or door. -
Page 6: Replacement Of Parts
Cleaning the fire Black paint: Use only a clean damp cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents. Brass parts: Use Brasso or Duraglit ensuring that it does not come into contact with the black paint finish. IMPORTANT - The paint finish is durable and heat resistant, however it will be damaged if plaster, cement or wallpaper paste is allowed to come into contact with it. -
Page 7: Spare Parts
Replacement of main injector 1. Repeat operations 1 - 5, as described for 'Replacement of gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter'. 2. Remove gas pipe from gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter to injector. 3. Unscrew injector and replace, making certain that the jet size stamping corresponds to the specification on the Data Badge plate.
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