Lava FGW 003 Installation & Operating Manual

Vent free drop-in gas grate

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VENT FREE DROP-IN GAS GRATE :
Installation & Operating Manual
Please read these instructions carefully before installation & use
Keep for future reference.

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  • Page 1 VENT FREE DROP-IN GAS GRATE : Installation & Operating Manual Please read these instructions carefully before installation & use Keep for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing a Lava Fires gas grate, manufactured to the highest standards and tested in the Republic of South Africa. This appliance is designed to give users years of trouble free & efficient service. Please read the following instructions carefully.
  • Page 3: Warning / Introduction

    IMPORTANT: Read these instructions for use carefully so as to familiarise yourself with the appliance before connecting it to its gas container. Keep these instructions for future reference! WARNING! This appliance shall not be installed in enclosed bedrooms and bathrooms. WARNING! This is a flue-less gas fired heater.
  • Page 4: Technical Data (All Models)

    2. TECHNICAL DATA (all models): Model Number of Number Consumption/hr Jets Number FGD003 630g FGD004 670g FGD005 804g Gas type: LPG Operating Pressure: 2.8 kPa Important information for the user: Read these instructions carefully before using the appliance and retain them for future reference.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Upon completion of the installation, you are required to fully explain and demonstrate to the user, the operational details and safety practices applicable to the appliance and installation thereof. The appliance has been specifically designed for use with LPG and may not be used with Town’s gas or Natural Gas. Read the instructions carefully before commencing with the installation.
  • Page 6: Installing The Gas Grate

     In the event of burn-back, where the flame burns back to the jet, immediately turn off the gas supply at the control valve on the front panel. After ensuring the flame is extinguished re-light the appliance. Should burn-back occur again, close the control valve and call for a service technician to examine the appliance and do not use until the technician declare it safe to do so.
  • Page 7: Gas Cylinder

    WARNING! The appliance comes complete with a single ventilation grill (250x100mm) that must be installed approx. 100mm below the gas grate in the center of the grate (SEE FIGURE 3) in order to provide fresh oxygen intake. The grill can be installed on either side of the gas grate.
  • Page 8: Lighting The Appliance

    It is not advised to stack pebbles on top of each other.  You are now ready to light the LAVA Fires gas grate for the first time and carry out the final step in setting up the gas grate for use.
  • Page 9: Lighting The Gas Grate Manually

    8. LIGHTING THE GAS GRATE MANUALLY  In the event of the Piezo ignitor not working properly, ignite the appliance with a lighter or matches. In such cases, follow the Specific instructions below to light the appliance manually.  Check that the gas supply to the Gas Grate is opened/turned-on. ...
  • Page 10: Using The Appliance

    11. USING APPLIANCE  When in use make sure that there are no flammable materials close to the front, sides or rear of the appliance.  Always use a fire-guard if there are small children or animals in the room. ...
  • Page 11: Care And Maintenance

    14. MANUFACTURER’S WARANTY  This appliance is manufactured by Lava Fires SA (Pty) Ltd. The grate body carries a standard 5-year warranty against heat damage as well as 5 years on the gas control unit against any malfunction.
  • Page 12 FIGURE 1: View of burner tray filled with white pebble stones arranged in rows on top of bed of vermiculite chips. FIGURE 2: View of control knob / flame size indicator. FIGURE 3: View of ventilation grill supplied with the grate.

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