CHAD-O-CHEF VFP 500-N Installation & Operating Instruction Manual

CHAD-O-CHEF VFP 500-N Installation & Operating Instruction Manual

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VENT FrEE / FluElEss
Gas FirEplacE
iNsTallaTioN & opEraTiNG
InstructIon Manual
Please read these instructions carefully before
installation, use and retain them for future reference
NATURAL GAS
VFP 500-N
These appliances conform to the requirements of SANS 1539:2017
LPGSA Permit Number: 1013-44/1-RSA-12-A

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  • Page 1 VENT FrEE / FluElEss Gas FirEplacE iNsTallaTioN & opEraTiNG InstructIon Manual Please read these instructions carefully before installation, use and retain them for future reference NATURAL GAS VFP 500-N These appliances conform to the requirements of SANS 1539:2017 LPGSA Permit Number: 1013-44/1-RSA-12-A...
  • Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS o n y o u r p u r c h a s e o f a CHAD-O-CHEF FirEplACE W E L C O M E a n d t o t h e CHAD-O-CHEF family...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TAbLE OF CONTENTS General Instructions and Safety Notes ....................1 Specifications................................2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ......................2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................3 FOR QUALIFIED GAS INSTALLER ......................3 NG6801 VALVE: Operating Instructions .....................4 NG6801 VALVE: Pressure Testing ......................4 Checklist For Gas Installer ..........................5 Caution ...................................5 Warnings ..................................6 Cleaning ..................................7 Servicing ..................................7 Guarantee Claim Form .............................8...
  • Page 4: General Instructions And Safety Notes

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY NOTES Thank you for purchasing your new CHAD-O-CHEF Gas Fireplace manufactured to high standards and tested for compliance with SANS 1539:2017 The manufacturer and /or its agents and distributors will not be held responsible for injuries or damages caused by faulty or incorrect installation or use of the appliance.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model VFP500-N Gas type Operating pressure 2,1kPa Min Regulator size to comply with SANS 1237 Max. gas consumption Max. mJ input Max. kW input 3.6 kW/h Gas inlet connection Ø8mm compression Ignition Piezo Spark Oxygen depletion system ( Pilot ) ODS min 18.5% O2 Min Room size without permanent ventilation 35 m³...
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR QUALIFIED GAS INSTALLER Unpacking Carefully undo strapping to separate loose parts and remove all plastic protective sheeting. Positioning and Sizing Confirm that the size of Fireplace chosen is the right size for the room. Hang onto two rawl plugs set at a suitable height in the wall. Connect up according to SANS 10087-1 Connect a copper pipe from the gas supply via a regulator, complying with SANS 1237, to the Ø8 compression fitting on the control valve, taking into...
  • Page 7: Ng6801 Valve: Operating Instructions

    NG6801 VALVE: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The ODS pilot is situated on the side of the burner. The gas control valve is accessible by removing the lower door. Grip a knob in each hand and pull forward, to break the magnetic hold. 1.
  • Page 8: Checklist For Gas Installer

    … Jet is centrally aligned with the burner venturi. … Check for spider webs in the venturi. … The black ceramic ash or Glass supplied with Chad-O-Chef fireplaces must be inside the burner & surrounding the burner. … DO NOT use more decorative stones than recommended and supplied. (See Page 2) …...
  • Page 9: Warnings

    WARNINGS WARNING This appliance shall not be installed in bedrooms or bathrooms. WARNING This is an un-vented gas heater. It uses air (oxygen) from the room in which it is installed. Provisions for adequate ventilation must be provided. Refer to appropraite section of the user manual. WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING CAN LEAD TO DEATH...
  • Page 10: Cleaning

    CLEANING Should soot deposits appear on the stainless steel, first clean with a dry cloth when cold, and follow up with a cloth dampened with methylated spirits and a final buffing with a dry cloth. Do not use an oil based cleaner, as the oil tends to discolour the stainless steel when heated.
  • Page 11: Guarantee Claim Form

    Guarantee Claim Form The Guarantee given by Chad-O-Engineering (Pty) Ltd covers the working components, on all Chad-O-Chef Gas Fireplaces for the period of 2 Years (+ 1 Year t’s & c’s apply), covering manufacturing defects caused in the manufacturing process. This does not cover component malfunction if the product is not installed by a registered Gas Installer, or the product is modified after leaving the factory.
  • Page 12 Manufactured By: Chad-o Engineering PO box 986 Honeydew 2040 Tel: (011) 668 1910 Email: Sales@chad-o-chef.co.za www.chad-o-chef.co.za...

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