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Prepare the Cavity
Based on the architectural details given below, prepare the wall cavity for the installation of the fireplace.
Head Detail
Sill Detail
DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation
Outlet vent
inclusion zone
cavity outlet vent
minimum open area
combined 120,000mm2
Intake vent
inclusion zone
cavity inlet vent
minimum open area
combined 47,600mm2
Typical framed external wall
with supports for non-combustible
linings
standard construction adhesive
to all sheet junctions
*refer to recommended materials
list
non-combustible sheet to back
of lining and into opening of vent
cavity outlet vent
minimum open area
combined 120,000mm2
i.e. 85mm by 1200mm vent
non-combustible sheet to
direct heat out of the cavity
- end panels not required
convected heat pathway
from outdoor extension kit
cavity extension parts
convected heat from
the fire
standard alum. window
with IGU
section through DS1400
with wall linings direct fixed
cavity inlet vent
minimum open area
combined 47,600mm2
i.e. 2 x 140mm by 170mm vents
630502_4

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Summary of Contents for Escea DS Series

  • Page 1 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Prepare the Cavity Based on the architectural details given below, prepare the wall cavity for the installation of the fireplace. Typical framed external wall with supports for non-combustible linings standard construction adhesive to all sheet junctions *refer to recommended materials list non-combustible sheet to back...
  • Page 2 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Head Detail - installation dependant upon house cladding choice. selected cladding on cavity non-combustible sheet to deflect heat out of the cavity - adequately supported by framing standard construction adhesive to all sheet junctions *see recommendations convected hot air void - pathway shown external framed wall...
  • Page 3 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Sill Detail - installation dependant upon house cladding choice. convected hot air void - pathway shown DS1400 Gas Fire glass viewing area base extension panel with 5mm air gap to the window joinery provided spacer bracket alum.
  • Page 4: Window Requirements

    DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Window Requirements The window, provided by your builder or local window supplier, must meet the following specifications: • The window framing must be adjusted to suit the cladding of the building. • The head flashing of the window needs to comply with local building codes. •...
  • Page 5 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 2. Install the non-combustible sheet that will deflect the heat out of the cavity. This needs to be constructed as per the architectural details on the previous pages. The width of the non-combustible sheet needs to be at least as wide as the outside measurements of the indoor-outdoor kit (1400mm minimum).
  • Page 6 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 4. Ensure the fire is installed as per the rest of this instruction guide prior to finishing framing and installing the fire. It is recommended to verify the correct installation and function of the fire prior to continuing. Install the wall framing above the fire, as shown below.
  • Page 7 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 6. Finish the installation by installing vent covers and customer selected wall finishings. 630502_4...
  • Page 8 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Convert the Fire - Double Sided Model On the back of the fire (the side facing the window) remove one scew from each of the four tabs at the bottom of the chassis and set them from “close position” to “open position” (shown below). Pull each pair of tabs together to shift the position of the air vents inside the fire.
  • Page 9 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Convert the Fire - Single Sided Model On the front of the fire, remove the glass retaining bracket (shown below in grey) by unscrewing the four 1/4 turn fasteners located at the top of the glass (shown in the diagram below). Remove the glass. 2.
  • Page 10 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 5. Carefully swing the lower edge of each firebox liner towards you and pull down to release each panel (shaded in the diagram below). It may be necessary to slide the firebox liner to the side prior to swinging it out. Once the back panels are removed, re-tighten the 3 screws loosened in step 4.
  • Page 11 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 8. Remove the bottom air deflector (shown shaded below). Insert a large slotted screwdriver into the slot and twist it to release the air deflector. 9. Unscrew the 1/4 turn fasteners (circled below) and allow the panel to lean forward so you may lift the panel out. 10.
  • Page 12 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 12. Fit the bottom air deflector that came with the indoor/outdoor kit on the window facing side of the fire. 13. Install the fireplace glass on the window facing side of the fire using the glass retainer from the indoor/outdoor kit. This retainer is slightly wider than the standard glass retainer.
  • Page 13 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation 15. Place the top cavity extension piece on a flat surface with the protective tape facing away from you. Bend the finger fold 900 towards you, as shown in the image below. 16. Place the top cavity deflector piece on a flat surface with the protective tape facing away from you. Bend the three finger folds 900 towards you (1), then bend the two side tabs down (2) so they match the diagram shown below.
  • Page 14 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Installing the LED Light Strip The LED system consists of three main components: the LED light strip, the power transformer, and the remote receiver. Note: In order to access the power supply and remote receiver after install for repair/replacement purposes, position these components at the air inlet vent as these components are not accessible from the fire.
  • Page 15 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Arranging the LED Strip Place the flexible silicon LED strip in the ‘LED Placement Zone’ in the prepared cavity (as shown in the diagram below). Window 150mm DS1400 Fire Inlet Air Cavity LED Placement Zone 15mm 15mm Position the LED strip so that the luminous surface is facing up.
  • Page 16 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Changing to White Press the button to change from a colour to white. Scene Programming Short press the button to recall. 2. Long press the button to save the scene. Changing Modes Short press the button to change the mode.
  • Page 17 DS 1400 Indoor Outdoor Installation Install the Fire into the Cavity Fold the spacer brackets as shown below and position them evenly along the timber reveal. The taper on the spacer should be positioned towards the fire to make it easier to slide the fire in. 2.

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