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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
&
MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE
VIEW BELL
XXL 3 CF/LF
Gas fi res with closed combustion system
Bellfi res wishes you many cosy evenings with your new Bellfi res gas fi re
This document is an essential part of your gas fi re.
Read it carefully before installation and maintenance of the
gas fi re and keep it in a safe place!
Serial number:
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE VIEW BELL XXL 3 CF/LF Gas fi res with closed combustion system Bellfi res wishes you many cosy evenings with your new Bellfi res gas fi re This document is an essential part of your gas fi re. Read it carefully before installation and maintenance of the gas fi...
  • Page 3 English BELLFIRES GAS FIRE WITH CLOSED COMBUSTION SYSTEM: View Bell XXL 3 CF (Centre Fire) (VWBXXL3 CF) View Bell XXL 3 LF (Line Fire) (VWBXXL3 LF) Installation instructions...
  • Page 4 The complete documentation, necessary for the installation of the appliance, consists of: 1. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE 2. AVAILABLE COMPONENTS CONCENTRIC FLUE-SYSTEMS FOR BELLFIRES GAS FIRES WITH CLOSED COMBUSTION SYSTEM 3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE & MANUAL DAILY MAINTENANCE Installation instructions...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    English CONTENTS Page 1. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............. 2. MAINTENANCE ..................3. FAULTS ...................... 4. DISMANTLING / ASSEMBLING OF THE GLASS ........5. DIAGRAM ELECTRICITY AND GAS ............6. DIMENSIONS .................... 7. TECHNICAL DETAILS/REGULATIONS ............ 8. REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST ..............9. DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING AND APPLIANCE ........IMPORTANT The installation must only be carried out by a “Gas Safe Register”...
  • Page 6 English Installation instructions...

  • Page 7: Installation Instructions

    English INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 GENERAL The gas fi re must be positioned and connected as a “room sealed system” (balance fl ue) appliance by a “Gas Safe Register” registered gas installation engineer in accordance with the following installation instructions, nationally and locally applicable regulations (see “Technical Details/ Regulations”...
  • Page 8 The permitted components for these systems are listed in instructions enclosed: CONCENTRIC COMPONENTS SUITABLE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A BELLFIRES GAS FIRE WITH CLOSED COMBUSTION. The guarantee on the appliance lapses if it is installed, fully or partially, with other components or a different fl...
  • Page 9 English 1.3 INCLUDED Set documentation - Installation instructions & Manual for maintenance - Instructions for Concentric Components - Instructions for use & Manual daily maintenance Attributes - Ceramic log set, or marble pebbles white or marble pebbles grey N.B. If any part is missing, please contact your dealer. OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES The following options and accessories can be supplied by your dealer: Part no...
  • Page 10 Ontop (Metaloterm US) concentric fl ue system(*) 3..Jeremias/STB - H-TWIN concentric fl ue system(*) 3..Jeremias - TWIN-GAS concentric fl ue system(*) (*) Please refer to the instructions enclosed: CONCENTRIC COMPONENTS SUITABLE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A BELLFIRES GAS FIRE WITH CLOSED COMBUSTION Installation instructions...
  • Page 11 English PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION The following preparation must be carried out before the gas fi re can be installed. 1.5.1 Instructions for positioning the outlet 1.5.1.1 Positioning the outlet for correct operation: Roof-mounted outlet: >0.5 m Figure 1: Roof-mounted outlet This must be positioned at least 0.5 m from the roof edge;...
  • Page 12 English 1.5.1.2. Positioning the outlet to avoid affecting the surrounding area All listed “distances” in this section are no more than guidelines. For the exact minimum “distances”, please consult your national and local directives. “Distance” = minimum distance required for positioning of the outlet to avoid adverse effects with respect to: A.
  • Page 13 English Wall-mounted outlet: To avoid adverse effects Distance: outlet - A, B or C At walls in buildings with staggered Not permitted if A, B, or C are located heights. above the outlet. On a wall - general. (*) Above the outlet: >2 m Below the outlet: >0.75 m...
  • Page 14 English GENERAL SERVICES 1.6.1 The Fume Channel/Combustion Air Intake The combined fume channel and combustion air intake requires one of the following concentric fl ue system confi gurations. Important: Due to the high temperature of the outer walls (approx. 150°C), no fl ammable materials may be located or used in the vicinity of the fl...
  • Page 15 English RIGID CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm 10, 11, 12, 13 Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Concentric connection (min.-max.) appliance is Ø130-Ø200 mm 2.0 - 4.0 m Width: B = 50 mm View Bell XXL 3...
  • Page 16 English 14, 15 10, 11, 12, 13 Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X (*) Distance Y Concentric connection (min.-max.) (min.-max.) (min.-max.) appliance is Ø130-Ø200 mm View Bell XXL 3 1.0 - 11.0 m 0 - 3.0 m 1.0 - 11.0 m Width: B = 40 mm (*) : (Y...
  • Page 17 English FLEXIBLE CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm 10, 11, 12, 13 Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Concentric connection (min.-max.) appliance is Ø130-Ø200 mm 2.0 - 4.0 m Width: B = 50 mm View Bell XXL 3...
  • Page 18 English > 45° 10, 11, 12, 13 Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X (*) Distance Y Concentric connection (min.-max.) (min.-max.) (min.-max.) appliance is Ø130-Ø200 mm View Bell XXL 3 1.0 - 11.0 m 0 - 3.0 m 1.0 - 11.0 m Width: B = 40 mm (*) : (Y...
  • Page 19 English Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Concentric connection (min.-max.) appliance is Ø130-Ø200 mm 2.0 - 4.0 m Width: B = 50 mm View Bell XXL 3 4.0 - 12.0 m Width: B = 65 mm Figure 8: Vertical chimney outlet using an existing unsound lined chimney or when no chimney liners are present...
  • Page 20 English > 45° Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X (*) Distance Y Concentric connection (min.-max.) (min.-max.) (min.-max.) appliance is Ø130-Ø200 mm View Bell XXL 3 1.0 - 11.0 m 0 - 3.0 m 1.0 - 11.0 m Width: B = 40 mm (*) : (Y ) : X >...
  • Page 21 English RIGID CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES and with wall outlet Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm Wall 10, 11, 13 Termination Position Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X...
  • Page 22 English RIGID CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø130 mm - Ø200 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES and with wall outlet Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm Wall Termination 110, 111, 113 Position Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X...
  • Page 23 English RIGID CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø130 mm - Ø200 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES and with wall outlet Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm Wall Termination 110, 111, 113 Position Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X...
  • Page 24 English RIGID CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø130 mm - Ø200 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES and with wall outlet Ø100 mm - Ø150 mm Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm Wall 110, 111, Termination Position 110, 113 110, 111, 113 Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance:...
  • Page 25 English RIGID CONCENTRIC FLUE Ø130 mm - Ø200 mm SYSTEM CONNECTION POSSIBILITIES and with wall outlet Ø130 mm - Ø200 mm Appliance: Concentric fl ue connection Ø130-Ø200 mm Wall Termination 110, 111, 113 Position Item descriptions: see 1.6.2 Assemble restriction plate: Appliance: Distance Y Distance X...
  • Page 26 For the suitable and available components for concentric chimney systems, please consult the instruction book: “AVAILABLE COMPONENTS CONCENTRIC FLUE-SYSTEMS FOR BELLFIRES GAS FIRES WITH CLOSED COMBUSTION SYSTEM” • The room-sealed gas appliances have been approved in combination with the components of the concentric fl ue systems listed in the instruction book: ‘AVAILABLE COMPONENTS...
  • Page 27 English 1.6.3 Gas connection Operation (gas regulator block (and receiver)) outside the appliance (in the operating unit): The gas connection is situated where the operating unit is built in near to the appliance. Use only gas piping with a minimum diameter of 1/2” and a shut-off valve. 1.6.4 Operating unit If the appliance is fi...
  • Page 28 English Never position the appliance directly against the rear wall, but always place an nonfl ammable insulation plate, at least 12 mm thick, between the appliance and the rear wall, with free space on either side of 2 cm. (Total ± 5 cm.) The rear wall must be made of nonfl...
  • Page 29 English Figure 16: Appliance installed in ventilated chimney breast Horizontal outlet of the fl ue gas exhaust /combustion air supply via the wall. Fitted with the options / accessories: • convection package (= convection casing and 1x convection set) • 1x extra convection set Inlet opening (appliance) convection air Inlet opening (grate) (chimney breast) convection air Natural convection in the chimney breast...
  • Page 30 English Figure 17: Appliance installed in ventilated chimney breast Vertical outlet of the fl ue gas exhaust / combustion air supply via the roof. Fitted without convection package Inlet opening (appliance) convection air Inlet opening (grate) (chimney breast) convection air Natural convection in the chimney breast Outlet opening (grate) (chimney breast) convection air (2x)
  • Page 31 English When fi tting the appliance, it can be levelled with the adjustable feet. These adjustable feet can be reached via the openings (4x), after removing the protective covers, in the corners of the fl oor of the combustion chamber. The fl...
  • Page 32 English Position the gas supply pipe such that it can be easily mounted after installation. Because the control system is outside the appliance, the gas pipe must lead to where the operating unit (built in), the gas regulator block (and the receiver) assembly are fi...
  • Page 33 English 1.7.1 Gas connection operating unit Important: During gas connection, take care not to twist the gas regulator block. Make sure that both the gas regulator block and the supply pipes are not subjected to stresses. The appliance is supplied with a built-in operating unit. Operating unit Frame with door (white)
  • Page 34 English Important : Cement and chalk can damage the piping and can, in turn, lead to gas leaks. Disassembly and assembly of pipes and cables: If necessary for mounting, all pipe compression fi ttings and cable connectors can be temporarily disassembled. After mounting, carefully reassemble all pipes and cables. Check afterwards all compression fi...
  • Page 35 English Pilot Gas Adjustment Screw Adjustment Screw (Pierce the housing with Maximum a small screwdriver) Burner pressure Motor-knob 8 Wire connecting Microswitch cable receiver Figure 20: Gas regulator block - Front Adjustment Screw Minimum Burner pressure Inlet Pressure Tap Outlet Pilot light Pressure Tap connection...
  • Page 36 English Thermocouple Thermocouple voltage / current voltage / current Piezo cable OUT - connection (yellow) IN - connection (red) connection Connection 8 wire cable gas regulator block Connection for AUX: external operating Electrical (option) connection for gas valve 6 VDC Adapter “rear burner”...
  • Page 37 English 1.7.2 Connecting the concentric fl ue Assemble the concentric fl ue system according to one of the examples in section 1.6.1, fi gure 4 to 14 inclusive. Make sure that all connections are completely gas tight. 1.7.2.1 Mounting the convection package (option) The convection package (option) consists of a convection casing and a convection set.
  • Page 38 English Position the two fi tting boxes in the fi replace, at a minimum distance of 30 cm under the ceiling. Mount the other end of the aluminium pipes onto the fi tting boxes. To do this use the hose clamps supplied. When the fi replace is completely fi nished, mount the grilles onto the fi...
  • Page 39 English Mantle iron (option). The optional mantle iron is intended for supporting the brickwork above the appliance. The mantle iron must rest on the brickwork on both sides so that upward building is possible. Level the mantle iron with the supplied bar set. Mantle iron in combination with the 10 cm frame (option).
  • Page 40 English Fix the mantle iron to the rear wall with the bar set. Place the draw bars at an angle of about 60˚ (between the appliance and the wall). Level the mantle iron with the tension sleeves. 2 mm Ensure that the height between the mantle Keep a clearance of 2 mm between the iron and the underside of the glass is the mantle iron and the top of the side panels.
  • Page 41 English DO NOT COVER Do not cover the top side of the appliance with (built-in) materials. Once the fi replace has been fi nished, you can now, fi t the frame with the small door to the operating unit. After installation in a new fi replace and/or applying new cement work, the appliance cannot be used for at least four weeks.
  • Page 42 English 1.7.4 Checking the gas connection After connection of the gas supply, check that all connections are completely gas tight using soapy water or a leak tester. 1.7.5 Positioning the ceramic log set or marble pebbles The appliance can be supplied with: •...
  • Page 43 English 1.7.5.1 Ceramic log set + chips of wood + embers + vermiculite granules 1 Place the ceramic mat on the burner in such a way that the holes in the mat are in line with the burner openings. 2 Remove the embers carefully from their packaging and spread them evenly over the burner mat and the grate around the burner.
  • Page 44 4 Place the logs on the burner: Natural gas-burner Propane / Butane-burner Appliance see fi gure: see fi gure: View Bell XXL 3 CF/LF Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked 5 Place the chips of wood around the burner. Installation instructions...
  • Page 45 English Logs: Log no u Log no v Log no w Log no x Log no y Log no z Log no { Log no | Installation instructions...
  • Page 46 Embers must not be placed next to the pilot light burner Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked! Figure 24: Log set View Bell XXL 3 CF/LF Position natural gas burner Embers must not be placed next to the pilot light burner Keep the burner orifi ces...
  • Page 47 2 Spread the pebbles over the whole burner bed (burner and grid around the burner). Make sure that the pilot light remains free. View Bell XXL 3 CF/LF : see fi gure 26 and 27 IMPORTANT: Open area, in order...
  • Page 48 Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked! Figure 27: Marble pebbles View Bell XXL 3 CF/LF Position natural gas and propane/butane burner Important: • Do not place any marble pebbles in front of the pilot light. Make sure that the pilot light can burn freely over the main burner.
  • Page 49 English 1.7.6 Mounting fl ue gas restriction plate Depending on the length and shape of the concentric fl ue system and the chimney construction, you should, if indicated, fi t a restriction plate with a certain width (B) into the ceiling of the combustion chamber. To do this, see the set-up options as listed in fi...
  • Page 50 English Lift the baffl e plate on the front, and slide it backwards. Take the baffl e plate out through the front. Loosen 2 bolts of the fl ue gas connection. Installation instructions...
  • Page 51 English Fit the restriction plate, with 2 bolts, to the fl ue gas connection. Position restriction plate after assembly. Assemble the baffl e plate in the reverse order, and secure the two bolts. Installation instructions...
  • Page 52 English The following restriction plates are supplied: Concentric fl ue connection appliance [Ø130 - 200 mm] [Ø100 - 150 mm] Restriction plate: Horizontal wall outlet Roof-mounted outlet Width: B = 30 mm Width: B = 40 mm B = 40 mm Width: B = 50 mm B = 50 mm...
  • Page 53 English Overpressure hatches; left, middle and right, in the correct position. Check functioning of overpressure hatch. Check packing of overpressure hatch. The middle overpressure hatch If necessary, the packing can be replaced pivots up-forward. by lifting the hatch, tilting it and removing The left and right overpressure via the opening.

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    English MAINTENANCE 2.1 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE It is essential that the appliance, the complete concentric fl ue system (where possible) and the outlet are cleaned and inspected annually by a recognised fi tter/gas specialist. The safe operation of the appliance will thus remain guaranteed.
  • Page 55 English • Check the gas inlet-pressure (both when the appliance is off and when it burns at maximum) and the burner pressure. • Check if the overpressure hatches are correctly positioned and check if the gasket seals are properly positioned under the hatches. •...

  • Page 56: Faults

    English FAULTS POSSIBLE REASONS Possible reasons for the gas fi re going out are: • The concentric fl ue system is not installed according to one of the methods detailed in Paragraph 1.6. • An incorrect “fl ue gas restriction plate” is fi tted. •...

  • Page 57: Dismantling / Assembling Of The Glass

    English DISMANTLING / ASSEMBLING OF THE GLASS 4.1 VIEW BELL XXL 3 HIDDEN DOOR (10 cm frame (4 sided)) Dismantling of the glass: Place paperboard on the chimney breast, under the appliance. This helps prevent damage. • View Bell XXL 3 •...
  • Page 58 English • Remove the side panel on the right. • Remove the bottom panel, by pulling it gently to tilt forward and to remove. Prevent damage to the side glasses ! Installation instructions...
  • Page 59 English • Unscrew the strip at the front under the • Using a screwdriver, slide the strip a glass. Screws only need a couple of little to the left. turns! • Remove the strip at the front. • Unscrew the long strip at the top a little and leave the strip in place.
  • Page 60 English • Pull the glass carefully forwards at the bottom, and slide it a little to one side. • Lift the glass carefully and pull it • Remove the glass by slanting it forward forwards a little at the bottom. a little at the bottom and taking it out.
  • Page 61 English Compression spring position Side glass L/R Side glass compression spring L/R • Make sure that the compression • Side glass compression spring spring (Left and Right) stays in the (Left and Right). correct position. All fastening strips on the top side remain in position! Assembling of the glasses:...

  • Page 62: Diagram Electricity And Gas

    English DIAGRAM ELECTRICITY AND GAS Double burner: : Perforation pattern “Centre Fire” double burner. : Perforation pattern “Line Fire” double burner. Gas pipe “Rear burner” “Rear burner” Gas pipe “Front burner” 8 Wire “Front burner” Motor- connecting knob cable Pilot light Thermocouple Gas supply connection...

  • Page 63: Dimensions

    English DIMENSIONS VIEW BELL XXL 3 - Hidden Door Fitted with the option: Convection casing Installation instructions...
  • Page 64 English VIEW BELL XXL 3 - Hidden Door + 10 cm Frame Installation instructions...
  • Page 65 English OPERATING UNIT Installation instructions...

  • Page 66: Technical Details/Regulations

    • Gas safety installation and use regulations 1998 plus all relevant safety and building regulations concerning fi re installation • Document J: Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems Model : VIEW BELL XXL 3 CF (Centre Fire) : NATURAL GAS : BUTANE / PROPANE Country : GB;...
  • Page 67 English Model : VIEW BELL XXL 3 CF (Centre Fire) : NATURAL GAS : BUTANE / PROPANE Country : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland Batteries remote control - Receiver : 4x 1.5V AA : 4x 1.5V AA - Hand-transmitter : 2x 1.5V AAA...
  • Page 68 English Model : VIEW BELL XXL 3 LF (Line Fire) : NATURAL GAS : BUTANE / PROPANE : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland Country Product identifi cation no : 0063CM3684 : 0063CM3684 Type of appliance under CE-norm Category of appliance natural gas G20 butane/propane G30/G31...
  • Page 69 English Model : VIEW BELL XXL 3 LF (Line Fire) : NATURAL GAS : BUTANE / PROPANE Country : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland Batteries remote control - Receiver : 4x 1.5V AA : 4x 1.5V AA - Hand-transmitter : 2x 1.5V AAA : 2x 1.5V AAA...

  • Page 70: Replacement Parts List

    English REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST When requesting service or ordering replacement parts, please quote the model type and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from a Bellfi res dealer. Article no Description 334842 Main burner “Centre Fire” 1354 x 130 mm Natural gas G20 / Butane/Propane G30/G31 G20: 1x Ø10.0 mm front + 1x Ø10.0 mm rear...
  • Page 71 English Article no Description 310908 Pilot light set outer casing, Double fl ame 310909 Packing pilot light set outer casing 310910 Pilot light injector; Natural gas; no 36 310912 Pilot light injector; Butane/Propane; no 23 310907 Piezo electrode for pilot light, 2.8 x 0.5 mm 302062 Nut piezo electrode...
  • Page 72 Appliance Log set Marble pebbles Marble pebbles set (white) set (grey) Embers with Vermiculite no 4 Log no Chips of Glow-effect black wood set Anthracite fi ltered 3 pieces Bag: 125 gr. Bag: 50 gr. Bag: 2,5 kg. Bag: 2,5 kg. Art.

  • Page 73: Disposal Of Packaging And Appliance

    English DISPOSING OF PACKAGING AND APPLIANCE The appliance comes in recyclable packaging. This can include: • Cardboard • Wood • Plastic • Paper Such materials must be disposed of responsibly, in line with local regulations. Batteries should be disposed of as chemical waste. Batteries must be disposed of responsibly, in line with local regulations.
  • Page 74 English Installation instructions...
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