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Valor Ultimate Installer's Manual

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5108620/02
INSTALLER GUIDE
Ultimate
Model 717
(GC No. 32-032-52)
INSET LIVE FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20)
WHEN CONVERTED USING CONVERSION KIT NO. 0595221 THIS
APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH PROPANE GAS (G31)
THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).
We trust that these instructions give sufficient details to enable this appliance to be
installed and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is required, our
Valor Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.
Telephone 08706 061 065 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom)
In the Republic of Ireland call 0044 08706 061 065
owner
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the
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  • Page 1 We trust that these instructions give sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is required, our Valor Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 08706 061 065 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom)
  • Page 2 BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Valor is a member of the Society of British Gas Industries which works to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation Valor is a CORGI registered company.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page 1. SAFETY 2. APPLIANCE DATA 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4. PACK CONTENTS 5. FIREPLACE CHECK 5.1 Fireplace check 5.2 Fireplace Flue Pull 6. IGNITION CHECK 7. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION 8. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 8.1 Appliance Preparation 8.2 The Flue Restrictor 9.

  • Page 4: Safety

    INSTALLER GUIDE 1. SAFETY Installer Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling The lifting weight of this appliance is 12.95 kg One person should be sufficient to lift the fire. If for any reason this weight is considered too heavy then obtain assistance.

  • Page 5: Appliance Data

    INSTALLER GUIDE 2. APPLIANCE DATA This product uses fuel effect pieces and a burner compartment rear wall containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to these materials may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it is important to take care when handling these articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.

  • Page 6: General Installation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The installation must be in accordance with these instructions. For the user’s protection, in the United Kingdom it is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.
  • Page 7 INSTALLER GUIDE Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice. In the United Kingdom, as supplied, this appliance can be installed in the following situations: - 3.2.1 A masonry chimney with a minimum diameter of 175mm (7”) free from any obstruction, and with any damper or restrictor plate in the chimney removed or secured, and having a minimum effective flue height of 3m (10ft).
  • Page 8 INSTALLER GUIDE must be not less than the dimension shown in figure 3. The current versions of BS1289 and BS EN 1806 recommend that there should be an air space or insulation between the flue blocks and the plaster because heat transfer may cause cracking on directly plastered flues.
  • Page 9 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.3.3 The flue must be completely sealed so that combustion products do not come into contact with combustible materials outside the chimney. 3.3.4 The flue must serve only one fireplace. 3.4 The flue must conform to BS 5440: Part 1 in design and installation. The flue, measured from the bottom of the fireplace opening to the bottom of the terminal, shall be not less than 3m in actual vertical height.
  • Page 10 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.11 The minimum height from the top surface of the hearth to the underside of any shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is detailed below. • For a shelf up to 150mm deep: Minimum height = 750mm. •...
  • Page 11 INSTALLER GUIDE Installations” which makes clear the conditions that must be met to demonstrate that sufficient ventilation is available 3.16 Propane gas appliances must not be installed in a room, which is built entirely below ground level (See BS 5871 Pt2). 3.17 If the appliance is to be fitted against a wall with combustible cladding, the cladding must be removed from the area covered by the outer surround.

  • Page 12: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.19 Proprietary terminals must comply with BS 715 or BS 1289. Any terminal or termination must be positioned in accordance with BS 5440 Part 1 to ensure that the products of combustion can be safely dispersed into the outside atmosphere. Where the appliance is connected to an unlined brick chimney it is generally unnecessary for the chimney pot to be replaced or for a terminal to be fitted unless the flue has a diameter smaller than 170mm.
  • Page 13 INSTALLER GUIDE Smoke match tube Length of Self-Adhesive Foam seal “T” connector including pressure test point Literature Pack Section 2 - Fire front contains Firefront surround Firefront casting Front cover casting. Remove all the items carefully to prevent damage. Take special care when handling the ceramic components.

  • Page 14: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. FIREPLACE CHECK 5.1 Fireplace check 5.1.1 Fireplace size The fireplace must comply with the requirements described in section 3.2. This may entail removing the fireback and infill material behind the fireback. 5.1.2 Fireplace general condition The fireplace floor should be reasonably flat to ensure that the convector box can be installed without it rocking and so that a good seal can be made at the bottom front of the box.

  • Page 15: Ignition Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE possible, upstairs rooms and loft spaces for signs of escaping smoke indicating a defective flue. If there is not a definite flow warm the flue for a few minutes and repeat the smoke pellet test. If there is still no definite flow the flue may need remedial work – Do not fit the appliance until there is a definite flow through the flue.

  • Page 16: Gas Supply Connection

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION A nut and olive are provided for an 8mm pipe inlet connection to the ‘T’ connector at the bottom front of the appliance. The ‘T’ connector can be rotated to allow a connection from any direction. The ‘T’ connector includes a valve for isolating the gas supply and a pressure test point.The ‘T’...

  • Page 17: Preparing Appliance For Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 8.1 Appliance Preparation 1. Remove any transit tape and packing and inspect for any evidence of mishandling which might affect the performance. Each unit is flame tested before it leaves the factory and as a result there may be slight discolouration around the burner ports.

  • Page 18: The Flue Restrictor

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. There is a length of self adhesive foam seal supplied with the fire. This will need to be fitted to the outer rear edges of the side and top flanges of the convector box. Cut the foam seal to the required length.

  • Page 19: Convection Box Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9. CONVECTION BOX INSTALLATION Method 1- Front Fixing to Fireplace Surround 1. Make sure that the fireplace front surround area is sound enough to take the rawlplugs and woodscrews. If necessary, make sound with a suitable cement. 2. Place the convector box centrally in the fireplace in the position in which it is to be permanently installed.
  • Page 20 INSTALLER GUIDE Never use plastic plugs instead of the fibre plugs supplied. Screw the eyebolts into the plugs. Make sure that the bolts are secure. 4. Place the convector box unit close to the fireplace but allow sufficient access into the fireplace opening so that the cables can be threaded through the eyebolts and returned through the back of the convector box.

  • Page 21: Floor Sealing

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10. Drill a hole into the fireplace floor through each of the two holes in the base of the convection box using a no.12 masonry drill. See figure 18. 11. Insert a fibre plug into each hole. Use the rawlplugs supplied with this appliance - Never use plastic plugs instead of the fibre plugs supplied.

  • Page 22: Burner & Supply Pipe Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10. BURNER & SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 10.1 Burner & Supply Pipe Installation 1. Refit the burner unit to the convector box using the three screws removed previously 2. Connect the supply line to the appliance. For right hand side connection: The supply pipe will have to be formed to go behind the control knob and burner support bracket.

  • Page 23: Reference Pressure Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE If the above checks are satisfactory, continue with the installation. If not, check the control and ignition circuitry and components as described in the servicing section of this guide. 10.3 Reference Pressure Check The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 2 of this manual.

  • Page 24: Ceramic Coals Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12. CERAMIC COALS INSTALLATION 1. Place the rear base coal in the firebox. It should rest on the ledges at the rear sides of the burner unit. When located gently move the rear base coal so that it is as far forward as possible.
  • Page 25 INSTALLER GUIDE There are two types of loose coals. These are identified with the letter “A” or “B” on the underside of the coal. There are three “A” coals and two “B” coals. 3. Place a type “A” coal between Figure 24.

  • Page 26: Firefront Casting8Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. Place the remaining type “A” coal between the front and rear base coals. The letter “A” should be upside down with its rear face between the right and centre coals of the rear base coal. Angle the coal so that the gap between it and the type “B”...
  • Page 27 INSTALLER GUIDE 'click' will be heard as the integral piezo operates. A spark should be seen between the electrode and pilot tip. 3. Turn the control knob clockwise to the 'Off' position. Repeat this operation until a flame appears at the pilot. There may be a delay before the pilot lights due to air being purged from the system.

  • Page 28: Spillage & Flame Supervision Checks

    INSTALLER GUIDE 15. SPILLAGE & FLAME SUPERVISION CHECKS 15.1 Check for Spillage A spillage check must be made before leaving the installed appliance with the customer. Make this with all the ceramic fuel effect pieces in position. 1. Close all doors and windows in the room containing the appliance.

  • Page 29: Flame Supervision & Spillage Monitoring System

    This monitoring system must not be adjusted, bypassed or put out of operation. This monitoring system, or any of its parts, must only be exchanged using Valor authorised parts.

  • Page 30: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. Recommend that the appliance should be serviced and the chimney inspected by a competent person (In the UK a CORGI registered person) at least annually. If the appliance is in premises in the United Kingdom occupied by a tenant, point out that by law a landlord must have any gas appliance, flue and pipework which is situated in a tenant’s premises checked for safety at least every 12 months.

  • Page 31: Checking The Aeration Setting Of The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE between the coals causing an imperfect flame. Check that soot or debris is not impairing the electrode spark or pilot burner. Check that soot or debris is not blocking any of the holes in the main burner. After servicing, make sure that the ceramic rear wall and coals are replaced correctly as described in the installation instructions.

  • Page 32: To Remove The Burner Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.3 To Remove the Burner Unit See figure 33. 1. Remove the loose coals, front base coal, and rear base coal. 2. Remove the front surround unit - See section 17.2. 3. Support the inlet-isolating elbow to avoid straining the pipework and disconnect the appliance from the elbow.

  • Page 33: To Replace The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. Detach the injector pipe 6. Detach the electrode lead from the base of the electrode 7. Remove the control knob by pulling forward. 8. Remove the thermocouple by unscrewing the thermocouple nut at the gas valve. 9. Remove the hexagonal nut securing the gas valve to the mounting bracket.

  • Page 34: To Remove The Main Burner Injector

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.7 To Remove the Main Burner Injector See figure 37. 1. Remove the burner - See section 17.6. 2. Remove the burner clamping screw (See figure 37) 3. Unscrew the injector from the burner 4. Refit in the reverse order. 17.8 To Remove the Appliance from the Fireplace 1.
  • Page 35 INSTALLER GUIDE DESCRIPTION PART 5108137 Injector-Stereomatic Cat 82 - 069 For Natural Gas Appliances Injector-Stereomatic Size 128 and carrier For Propane Gas 5108996 Appliances B Gas tap & spark generator 3002983 C Spark generator and circlip 5108923 D Control knob 0545979 Pilot unit For Natural Gas Appliances 3002988...

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