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Portway Luxima Installation, Maintenance And User Instruction

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Luxima
Gas Stove
LOG EFFECT HEATING STOVE
Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions
Hand these instructions to the user
Model No. PLGS**RN is for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of
20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
** denotes cosmetic variance

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  • Page 1 Luxima Gas Stove LOG EFFECT HEATING STOVE Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions Hand these instructions to the user Model No. PLGS**RN is for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E. ** denotes cosmetic variance...
  • Page 2 Information Requirements for Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1188 Rear Flue Outlet Top Flue Outlet Model Identifier PLGS**RN PLGS**RN Indirect Heating Functionality Direct Heat Output 4.6kW 4.2kW Indirect Heat Output Not Applicable Not Applicable Fuel - Natural Gas (G20) (G20) NOx Emissions 130mg/kWh 130mg/kWh Nominal Heat Output...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Removal / replacement of the thermal cut-out 36-37 Parts shortlist Section 5 User Instructions Installation Information About the Portway gas stove 39-40 Operating your stove 41-44 Manual operation of the stove Replacing the batteries Setting the time, date and temperature on the remote handset...

  • Page 4: Information And Requirements

    SECTION 1 INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS APPLIANCE INFORMATION Main injector : (1 off) Size 400 Pilot Type ERTA OXYP PG-82-330/2 Max. Gross Heat Input : 6.9kW Min. Gross Heat Input : 3.5kW 0.633 m 3 /hr Gas Rate : Cold Pressure : 20.0+/-1.0 mbar Ignition : 4.5v battery / electronic ignition...

  • Page 5: Conditions Of Installation

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Efficiency Declaration The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS EN 613 : 2001 and the result is 73.3% (rear flue) & 67.6% (top flue). The net calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by BSI Testing Services.

  • Page 6: Ventilation

    VENTILATION This Portway stove has a nominal input not exceeding 7kw and therefore does not normally require additional purpose made ventilation when installed in G.B. If, however spillage is detected when commisioning the stove there may be insufficient natural ventilation in the property and additional ventilation may therefore be required.

  • Page 7: Hearths

    Using a smoke pellet, check that there is an up-draught in the chimney / flue and that the smoke can be seen issuing from the terminal / chimney pot outside. There must be no leakage of smoke through the structure of the chimney during or after the smoke pellet test and it is important to check inside upstairs rooms / loft spaces adjacent to the chimney / flue.

  • Page 8: Pre-Cast Flue Systems

    FITTING TO PRE-CAST FLUE INSTALLATIONS When installing this appliance into pre-cast flues, always ensure that the spigot restrictor baffle has been removed. To install the stove into a pre-cast flue system, the stove must be set to the rear flue configuration as detailed in section 2.7 The flue spigot extension supplied should be cut down to give a minmum engagement of 25mm through the closure plate and a minimum clearance of 50mm to any part of the flue blocks.

  • Page 9: Installation Of Fire

    There are several methods of installing the Portway gas stove to the flue system. Please follow the installation criteria stated below dependent upon which type of flue you are intending to install this gas stove into :- 2.2.1...

  • Page 10: Installing The Stove With Top Flue Outlet To Chimney With Clay Liner

    INSTALLING THE STOVE USING TOP FLUE OUTLET WHEN CHIMNEY HAS INTEGRAL CLAY FLUE LINER. Fig. 2 Flue termination to comply with BS 5440-1 Minimum effective flue height 3.0 metres In the event of clearance issues to a structural lintel a cranked pipe kit is available, please quote Integral clay chimney part number...

  • Page 11: Installing The Stove With Rear Flue Outlet To Chimney Without Clay Liner

    INSTALLING THE STOVE USING REAR FLUE OUTLET WHEN CHIMNEY HAS NO INTEGRAL CLAY FLUE LINER. Fig. 3 Flue termination to comply with BS 5440-1 Minimum effective flue height 3.0 metres A trim kit is available to fit around the perimeter of the closure plate if Closure plate required, please quote...

  • Page 12: Installing The Stove With Top Flue Outlet To Chimney Without Clay Liner

    INSTALLING THE STOVE USING TOP FLUE OUTLET WHEN CHIMNEY HAS NO INTEGRAL CLAY FLUE LINER. Fig. 4 Flue termination to comply with BS 5440-1 Minimum effective flue height 5” / 125mm 3.0 metres Flexible flue liner In the event of clearance issues to a structural lintel a cranked pipe kit is available, please quote...

  • Page 13: Installing The Stove With Top Or Rear Flue Outlet To Pre-Fabricated Flue System

    INSTALLING THE STOVE USING A PRE-FABRICATED FLUE SYSTEM Fig. 5 Flue termination to comply with BS 5440-1 Minimum effective Ensure that clearances flue height to combustible materials 3.0 metres comply with building regulations 5” / 125mm Flue liner to BS 715 Product shown fitted in top flue outlet position, product can also be fitted to pre-fabricated flue system...

  • Page 14: Changing The Flue Outlet From Top To Rear

    CHANGING THE FLUE OUTLET FROM TOP TO REAR 2.7.1 There is a choice of either top of rear flue outlet options for the Portway gas stove. The stove is supplied from the factory with the flue outlet in the top position, if you wish to use the rear flue outlet then follow figure 6 below to change the outlet from top to rear.

  • Page 15: Removing And Re-Fitting The Flue Restrictor Baffle

    REMOVAL & RE-FITTING THE FLUE RESTRICTOR BAFFLE 2.8.1 The flue restrictor baffle can be removed and re-fitted as shown below in figure 7. Fig. 7 Flue spigot Flue outlet plate Flue spigot retaining bolts Flue restrictor baffle Flue restrictor baffle securing screws 2.8.2 It is recommended that the removal or re-fitting of the flue...

  • Page 16: Making The Gas Connection / Pressure Testing

    MAKING THE GAS CONNECTION / PRESSURE TESTING 2.9.1 The gas connection should be made to the appliance inlet elbow to using 8mm rigid tubing. To access the appliance inlet elbow you will need to remove the burner unit as follows :- 2.9.2 Firstly the ceramic support panel must be removed to allow access to the burner fixings.
  • Page 17 2.9.4 Loosen the screw holding the main burner injector, the burner can then be slid forward and lifted clear. 2.9.5 This will allow the gas supply cover plate to be removed via 4 screws and provide access to the inlet elbow as shown below in figure 10. Fig.

  • Page 18: Fitting The Batteries

    2.10 FITTING THE BATTERIES 2.10.1 To prevent un-necessary battery drain, the battery pack that is used to provide the remote and electronic control function for this product is disconnected at the factory. Prior to attempting to light the product, can the installer please ensure that the battery pack is re-connected as shown in section 2.10.2 &...

  • Page 19: Assembling Fuel Bed And Commissioning

    SECTION 3 ASSEMBLING FUEL BED AND COMMISSIONING ASSEMBLING THE LOG FUEL BED 3.1.1 Place a thin, even layer of vermiculite over the fuel tray as shown below in figure 12, ensuring that the air slots and pilot aperture are not obstructed as indicated.
  • Page 20 3.1.3 Position Log “B” onto Log “A” as shown below in figure 14, using the locating lug on Log ”A” and the locating point on Log “B” as a guide for placement as shown below in figure 14. Fig. 14 Log “B”...
  • Page 21 3.1.5 Place log “C” onto the groove in the centre of the base ceramic log as shown below in figure 16. Fig. 16 Log “B” & “C” positioned parallel to front edge of burner tray Log “D” correctly located on Log “C” IMPORTANT NOTE : ENSURE THAT THE LOGS “B”...

  • Page 22: Lighting The Stove Manually

    LIGHTING THE STOVE MANUALLY 3.2.1 This product can be operated in a limited manner manually by using the emergency on /off switch on the stove in addition to the handset (should the need arise). 3.2.2 To operate the fire press and hold the “emergency on /off switch” button as shown below in figure 17 for two seconds, The burner will then start its ignition sequence and light to the maximum heat input level.

  • Page 23: Setting The Time, Date And Temperature On The Remote Handset

    SETTING THE TIME, DATE & TEMPERATURE ON THE REMOTE HANDSET 3.3.1 Fit the 2 off AA batteries to the handset by removing the cover on the rear of the handset and inserting the batteries, ensure the correct +/- polarity is observed. Following insertion of the batteries the screen displayed will be as shown below in figure 18.
  • Page 24 Fig. 19 24hr or 12 hr display, press the + or - buttons as shown to toggle between these two settings + button - button 3.3.4 When the 24hr or 12hr time display option has been chosen and you are ready to confirm the setting you want press the SET button on the handset to progress to setting the day of the week as shown overpage in figure 17.
  • Page 25 Fig. 20 Celsius or Fahrenheit temperature display, press the + or - buttons as shown to toggle between these two settings and set the correct time of day. + button - button 3.3.7 As shown above in figure 20 the time on the handset can now be set by using the + and - buttons to change the hour to the correct hour then press SET to store and to move to setting the minute.
  • Page 26 LIGHTING THE STOVE VIA THE REMOTE CONTROL HANDSET 3.4.1 Ensure valve power isolation switch is in the on position - see figure 11 and that the time, date & temperature display settings as shown in section 3.3 have been completed. Hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and that your hand is in contact with both sides of the handset.
  • Page 27 Fig. 22 - “PILOT” displayed “PILOT” displayed on handset during ignition sequence (typically takes two seconds) Fig. 23 - “MAX” & large flame symbol displayed “MAX FLAME” displayed on handset when burner is lit to maximum rate...

  • Page 28: Lighthing The Stove Via The Remote Handset

    LIGHTING THE STOVE VIA THE REMOTE HANDSET  (CONTINUED) 3.4.3 To decrease the heat input level of the burner hold the handset as described in section 3.4.1 to unlock the keypad then press and release the - button. Pressing and releasing the - button will lower the heat input level one step at a time.

  • Page 29: Advanced Settings Of The Remote Control

    3.4.6 If you are not intending to use the fire for a long period (i.e. over the summer months) the battery life can be extended by disconnecting the battery pack at the connection point as shown in figure 11 on page 16. 3.4.7 In the event of loss of the remote handset, as a backup the fire can be controlled from the valve, which is located below the stove, see...
  • Page 30 Fig. 25 MAN & Zzz symbols flashing illuminated Press mode button to scroll through to MAN & Zzz symbols, then press and release the set button to put the control into the manual snooze mode. 3.5.1.6 Pressing the set button again will now show you the snooze time period remaining.
  • Page 31 Fig. 26 Handset showing snooze time period remaining, this can be adjusted from 1 minute to 4:00 hrs by using the + & - buttons on the handset as indicated + button - button 3.5.1.8 To adjust the snooze period use the + and - buttons to increase or decrease the snooze period for any period between 1 minute and 4:00 hours.
  • Page 32 3.5.2 Thermostatic mode PLEASE NOTE : Thermostatic mode of this fire will only allow regulation of the room temperature by the fire when it has been already lit via manual operation of the handset. It will not allow the fire to light automatically due to low ambient room temperature and should therefore not be relied upon for frost protection purposes.
  • Page 33 3.5.2.4 If at any time the power button is operated during thermostat mode the control will cancel any thermostat operation and return the control to manual mode. 3.5.2.5 IMPORTANT NOTE : Thermostat mode will not light the fire automatically and will only regulate between the maximum and minimum burner setting.

  • Page 34: Checking For Clearance Of Combustion Products

    CHECKING FOR CLEARANCE OF COMBUSTION PRODUCTS 3.6.1 Close all doors and windows in the room. 3.6.2 Light the stove and allow to run for approximately 5 minutes on high position. 3.6.3 After approximately 5 minutes hold a smoke match just inside and 10mm below the top edge of the draft diverter (located on the rear of right hand side of the stove as shown below in figure 28).

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    Servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered engineer and must include an oxy-pilot change. This is a condition of the Portway 10 year guarantee schemes that this is carried out by a competent person i.e a GAS SAFE registered Engineer in accordance with these servicing notes.
  • Page 36 4.1.3 Remove the 4 off screws that hold the burner in position, see figure 30 below. Fig. 30 Injector retaining screw Four off burner retaining screws 4.1.4 Loosen screw holding injector, the burner can then be slid forward and lifted clear. 4.1.5 To remove the controls tray, remove the 4 off retaining screws as shown below in figure 31 then disconnect the wires to the thermal switch.

  • Page 37: Removal Of The Gas Control Valve

    4.1.4 Lift the burner engine out of the product, taking care not to damage the controls tray or wiring in the process. Removing / Replacing the Valve Assembly 4.2.1 Remove the burner assembly as in section 4.1 4.2.2 Disconnect the thermocouple wire from the valve. Remove the main pipe, inlet pipe and pilot pipe from the valve.

  • Page 38: Parts Shortlist

    Removing / Replacing the Thermal Cut-Out (continued) Fig. 32 Location of thermal cut-out on rear of stove Parts Shortlist Log / ceramic set (complete) B-1011126 Log “A” only B-1011123 Log “B” only B-1011125 Log “C” only B-1011122 Log “D” only B-1011124 RC gas control valve B-160780...

  • Page 39: 5.1 Installation Information

    SECTION FIVE - USER INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 INSTALLATION INFORMATION CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a competent (e.g. Registered) Installer, in accordance with the installation instructions and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.

  • Page 40: About The Portway Gas Stove

    ABOUT YOUR NEW PORTWAY GAS STOVE The Portway gas stove incorporates a unique and highly developed fuel bed which gives the realism of a loose log or coal layout combined with realistic flames and glow. The use of durable ceramic material in the construction of the fuelbed components ensures long and trouble free operation.
  • Page 41 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING This is a heating appliance and as with all heating appliances a fireguard should be used for the protection of children, the elderly and infirm. Fireguards should conform to B.S. 8423 : 2002 (Fireguards for use with gas heating appliances).

  • Page 42: Operating Your Stove

    OPERATING THE STOVE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 5.3.1 Ensure valve power isolation switch is in the on position - see figure 6 Hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and that your hand is in contact with both sides of the handset. The green light of the “unlock”...
  • Page 43 Fig. 2 - “PILOT” displayed “PILOT” displayed on handset during ignition sequence (typically takes two seconds) Fig. 3 - “MAX” & large flame symbol displayed “MAX FLAME” displayed on handset when burner is lit to maximum rate...
  • Page 44 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS  (CONTINUED) 5.3.3 To decrease the heat input level of the burner hold the handset as described in section 5.3.1 to unlock the keypad then press and release the - button. Pressing and releasing the - button will lower the heat input level one step at a time.
  • Page 45 5.3.6 If you are not intending to use the fire for a long period (i.e. over the summer months) the battery life can be extended by disconnecting the battery pack at the connection point as shown in figure 7 on page 45. 5.3.7 In the event of loss of the remote handset, as a backup the fire can be controlled from the valve, which is located behind the ashpan...

  • Page 46: Manual Operation Of The Stove

    MANUAL OPERATION OF THE STOVE 5.4.1 This product can be operated in a limited manner manually by using the emergency on /off switch on the stove in addition to the handset (should the need arise). Fig. 5 Emergency on / off switch 5.4.2 To operate the fire press and hold the “emergency on /off switch”...

  • Page 47: Replacing The Batteries

    REPLACING THE BATTERIES 5.5.1 Locate the battery holder which is positioned the at the bottom left hand side of the stove as shown below in figure 6. Fig. 6 Battery holder Fig. 7 Battery pack Connecting point in wire - battery pack to control valve 5.5.2 Disconnect the battery pack from the valve via the connecting plug in the wire as shown above in figure 7 and replace the 3 off AA batteries...

  • Page 48: Setting The Time, Date And Temperature On The Remote Handset

    SETTING THE TIME, DATE & TEMPERATURE ON THE REMOTE HANDSET 5.6.1 Fit the 2 off AA batteries to the handset by removing the cover on the rear of the handset and inserting the batteries, ensure the correct +/- polarity is observed. Following insertion of the batteries the screen displayed will be as shown below in figure 8.
  • Page 49 Fig. 9 24hr or 12 hr display, press the + or - buttons as shown to toggle between these two settings + button - button 5.6.4 When the 24hr or 12hr time display option has been chosen and you are ready to confirm the setting you want press the SET button on the handset to progress to setting the day of the week as shown overpage in figure 10.
  • Page 50 Fig. 10 Hour and Minute display, press the + or - buttons as shown to toggle between these two settings and set the correct time of day. + button - button 5.6.7 As shown above in figure 10 the time on the handset can now be set by using the + and - buttons to change the hour to the correct hour then press SET to store and to move to setting the minute.
  • Page 51 Fig. 11 Celsius or Fahrenheit temperature display, press the + or - buttons as shown to toggle between these two settings and set the correct time of day. + button - button 5.6.9 The control is now ready for use with the burner. 5.6.10 If the handset is misplaced you can “page it”...

  • Page 52: Advanced Settings Of The Remote Control

    ADVANCED SETTINGS MENU OF THE REMOTE CONTROL 5.7.1 Snooze mode in manual operation 5.7.1.1 Snooze mode is a time period which can be set which will turn the fire automatically off after a certain time period has elapsed. 5.7.1.2 Hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and that your hand is in contact with both sides of the handset.
  • Page 53 5.7.1.6 Pressing the set button again will now show you the snooze time period remaining. The snooze time period can be adjusted by pressing the + or - buttons on the handset. This time period can be set ranging from 1 minute to 4:00 hours.
  • Page 54 5.7.2 Thermostatic mode PLEASE NOTE : Thermostatic mode of this fire will only allow regulation of the room temperature by the fire when it has been already lit via manual operation of the handset. It will not allow the fire to light automatically due to low ambient room temperature and should therefore not be relied upon for frost protection purposes.
  • Page 55 5.7.2.4 If at any time the power button is operated during thermostat mode the control will cancel any thermostat operation and return the control to manual mode. IMPORTANT NOTE : Thermostat mode will not light the fire 5.7.2.5 automatically and will only regulate between the maximum and minimum burner setting.

  • Page 56: Turning The Product Off In The Event Remote Handset Malfunction

    TURNING THE PRODUCT OFF IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF A REMOTE HANDSET MALFUNCTION 5.8.1 In the unlikely event of the remote control handset malfunctioning (or if lost or broken) after the appliance has been turned on, the stove can be turned off via the emergency on / off switch, located below the stove as shown below in figure 15.

  • Page 57: Removal / Replacing The Log Fuel-Bed

    ASSEMBLING THE LOG FUEL BED 5.9.1 Place a thin, even layer of vermiculite over the fuel tray as shown below in figure 16, ensuring that the air slots and pilot aperture are not obstructed as indicated. Fit the optional Embaglow material if required in the central section as shown by the dotted area.
  • Page 58 5.9.3 Position Log “B” onto Log “A” as shown below in figure 18, using the locating lug on Log ”A” and the locating point on Log “B” as a guide for placement as shown below in figure 18. Fig. 18 Log “B”...
  • Page 59 5.9.5 Place log “D” onto the groove in the centre of the base ceramic log as shown below in figure 20. Fig. 20 Log “B” & “C” positioned parallel to front edge of burner tray Log “D” correctly located on Log “C” IMPORTANT NOTE : ENSURE THAT THE LOGS “B”...

  • Page 60: User Replaceable Parts

    5.10 USER REPLACEABLE PARTS Log / ceramic set (complete) B-1011126 Log “A” only B-1011123 Log “B” only B-1011125 Log “C” only B-1011122 Log “D” only B-1011124 Due to our policy of continual improvement and development the exact accuracy of illustrations and descriptions contained in this book cannot be guaranteed Part No.

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