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Escea DF700 Installation & Service Instructions Manual

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DF700 & 960 / DFS730
GAS FIREPLACE
Installation &
Service Instructions
IMPORTANT: THERE ARE NEW FALSE CAVITY FRAMING REQUIREMENTS THAT
MUST BE ADHERED TO (REFER TO SECTION B1).
IMPORTANT: THESE DF700 AND DF960 FIRES REQUIRE THE USE OF A 43MM
RESTRICTOR ON THE UVP POWERFLUE INTAKE PIPE (REFER TO SECTION C4 AND
C5).
IMPORTANT: THE FASCIA AND SECONDARY GLASS ARE CRITICAL COMPONENTS
OF THE FIRE AND MUST BE PROPERLY FASTENED PRIOR TO RUNNING THE FIRE
(REFER TO SECTIONS D2 AND F1).
IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS MANUAL AND ANY INSTRUCTION SHEETS THAT COME
WITH YOUR FUELBED AS THEY CONTAIN NECESSARY INFORMATION FOR
FUTURE SERVICING.
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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT: THERE ARE NEW FALSE CAVITY FRAMING REQUIREMENTS THAT MUST BE ADHERED TO (REFER TO SECTION B1). IMPORTANT: THESE DF700 AND DF960 FIRES REQUIRE THE USE OF A 43MM RESTRICTOR ON THE UVP POWERFLUE INTAKE PIPE (REFER TO SECTION C4 AND C5).
  • Page 2 The heater must be installed according to these instructions and in compliance with all relevant building, gas fitting, electrical and other statutory regulations (eg. AS/NZS 5601). Any shortcomings in the appliance and flue installation will be the responsibility of the installer, and Escea will not be accountable for any such failings or their consequences.
  • Page 3 DF700 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION MODEL NAME DF700 Description of Appliance Powerflued Gas Fire Heater Star Rating 4 - 4.5 Stars Max. Heat Output 5.4 - 5.8kW Compliant To AS/NZS 5263.1.3 Natural Propane ULPG Gas Type High 23 MJ/hr 23 MJ/hr 23 MJ/hr...
  • Page 4 Height 598 mm Appliance Dimensions (mm) Depth 400 mm Weight 80 kg Electronic Ignition to pilot system Ignition System Escea PCB Ignition Activation 7 secs (approx) Flame Safeguard Flame Rectification Consumption 84W @ 0.35A 230V Remote controls Timers Yes (App and internet connection compulsary)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS A Product Description and Installation Process Product Description Recommended Install Process B Creating the CAvity Product Dimensions Masonry Installation Floor Clearances Corner Installations Hearth Cavity Base Wall Linings Side Wall Clearances Television & Mantel Clearances B10 Fascia Dimensions B11 Distance from Fireplace to Fascia Base C Installing the Flue Flue Configuration (If less than 4m flue length is required) Flue Configuration (If more than 4m flue length is required) Installing the Horizontal Power Flue Installing the External Vertical Power Flue (UVP) Installing the Internal Vertical Power Flue Masonry Vertical Power Flue Kit (up to 6m) Masonry Vertical Power Flue Extension Kit (6 to 12m) Installing in Accordance with Relevant Codes Running the Flue C10 Insulation Specification and Installation C11 Running the Power Flue Electrical Cable...
  • Page 6 Traditional Logs and Splitwood Elm Fuelbed Installation E13 Installing the Glass E14 Home Automation Setup F Fitting the Fascia and Finishing Installation Fitting the Fascia Locating Wall Mount Cradle for Remote Operating the Appliance for the First Time Normal Operating Sounds and Smells Cleaning the Glass G Freestanding Unit (DFS730) Installation Product Dimensions Hearth and Clearances Locating the DFS730 Gas Pipe Routing Information Flue Installation Horizontal Flue Kit DF700 Fireplace Installation into DFS730 Freestanding Unit H Installation Checklist S Service Manual Annual Service Procedure Error Codes Serial Number Checking Operating Pressure Cleaning the Fascia...
  • Page 7 Converting the Appliance Gas Type Removing or Cleaning Fan Removing Electronic Tray Replacing the Thermal Cut Out S10 Removing the Pressure Switch S11 Replacing/Pairing a Remote Control S12 Servicing the Horizontal/Universal Vertical Power Flue S13 Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 8: A Product Description And Installation Process

    PRODUC T DES C RIP T ION AND IN S TALL AT ION PROC ES S A1 Product Description The Escea DF-Series gas fire is a room sealed gas appliance designed to be built into a masonry cavity or a false chimney cavity. DF-series products are provided with standoffs to ensure adequate clearances to combustible materials.

  • Page 9: B Creating The Cavity

    IMPORTANT: INSTALLATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE REFERRED TO THE ESCEA ARCHITECTURAL ADVISORY TEAM. PLEASE EMAIL AA@ESCEA.COM framing member I.E. HUTCH, UNDER BENCH, RECESSED, AND JOINERY ENCLOSED INSTALLATIONS. standoff bracket I.E. USE OF HEAT SENSITIVE MATERIALS SUCH AS RESIN STONE OR LAMINATED TIMBER.

  • Page 10: B2 Masonry Installation

    The DF gas fireplaces fit existing masonry chimneys and benefit from a fully non-combustible structure with minimised clearances. Installation requires a minimum opening size of: DF700: 695mm W x 560mm H x 400mm D DF960: 945mm W x 600mm H x 425mm D WARNING: IDEALLY THE WALL LINING WONT BE INSTALLED UNTIL AFTER THE FIREPLACE IS INSERTED INTO THE CAVITY.

  • Page 11: B3 Floor Clearances

    598mm From Base of Unit WARNING: DF700 AND DF960: THE TOP STANDOFFS MUST BE ADJUSTED TO THE UPRIGHT POSITION BEFORE THE FIREPLACE INSTALLATION. ALL STANDOFFS MUST REMAIN IN PLACE FOR FIREPLACE INSTALLATION. NOTE: Wall lining should hang below the lintel to meet the appliance edge.

  • Page 12: B5 Hearth

    The fireplace must be seismically restrained in a manner appropriate to the installation location and accessible once the secondary glass is removed. When placing the DF700 or DF960 at floor level, raise the fireplace base to allow for the fascia overhang: 30mm for Slim/Stretch, 55mm for Edge.

  • Page 13: B9 Television & Mantel Clearances

    It is the responsibility of the end user to check the installation instructions of their electrical appliances to ensure that the location in relation to the gas fire is suitable. Escea in no way guarantees or takes responsibility that the recommended installation suggestion will be suitable for all electrical or home entertainment appliances.

  • Page 14: B10 Fascia Dimensions

    The dimensions of the fascias are shown below. WARNING: THE FASCIA IS A CRITICAL COMPONENT OF YOUR GAS FIRE. NEVER RUN THE FIRE WITHOUT THE FASCIA PROPERLY FASTENED. Slim Fascia & Stretch Fascia Fascia Type Slim 723mm 598mm DF700 Stretch 761mm 632mm Slim 973mm 598mm DF960...

  • Page 15: B11 Distance From Fireplace To Fascia Base

    Fire Base B11 Distance from Fireplace to Fascia Base The installation requires a spacer below the appliance to allow room for the fascia to sit flush with the non combustible floor or a hearth. The following side-on view shows the measurement from the base of the fireplace to the base of the fascia: Slim Fascia &...

  • Page 16: C Installing The Flue

    The horizontal offset of the terminal can be any amount up to the total flue length listed below. Please consult with Escea’s technical staff if your intended flue configuration steps outside of the bounds of the flue configurations shown below.
  • Page 17 X Minimum = 0m X + Y Maximum = 4m X + Y Minimum = 0.4m UVP Fan Unit Vertically Terminated: Utilises the Escea Vertical Power Flue enclosure kit. 1.2m F-F Liner X Max = 4m Y Max = 4m...

  • Page 18: C2 Flue Configuration (If More Than 4M Flue Length Is Required)

    ͳ DF: For flue run installations beyond 4m and up to 12m, flexi flue must be used for the entire flue run and must be fully insulated from appliance connection to fan unit. For information on the insulation installation see section C10 on page 28. Beyond 12m (up to 40m) please contact the Escea Advisory Team at aa@ escea.com.

  • Page 19: C3 Installing The Horizontal Power Flue

    C3 Installing the Horizontal Power Flue Note: The appliance is designed only to operate using the approved flexible or PolyPro flue supplied by Escea. Other brands of flue may not fit, and this will affect the appliance warranty. The Horizontal Power Flue Wall Terminal must be installed in the correct orientation (the small horizontal slot should be at the bottom).
  • Page 20 Creating the Hole in the Outside Wall When cutting the hole in the outside wall, be mindful of how the installation of the Horizontal Power Flue Wall Terminal will be finished; the installation must be weatherproof. Ideal hole/cavity size for horizontal Power Flue Without Side Brackets With Side Brackets 298mm...
  • Page 21 The following diagrams are excerpts from the Escea architect drawings and are available in full on our website. flashing tape over wall wrap to opening These diagrams are recommendations, and your installation must comply with any local or national building sill cover to cladding to comply codes.

  • Page 22: C4 Installing The External Vertical Power Flue (Uvp)

    C5 on page 23. The new DF700 and DF960 fires need to be paired with a specific flue restrictor to work as intended, some UVP units will already have this installed, if that is the case then all that is needed is to pop out the restrictor shown...

  • Page 23: C5 Installing The Internal Vertical Power Flue

    (3) and allow flowing bends if required. The new DF700 and DF960 fires need to be paired with a specific flue restrictor to work as intended, some UVP units will already have this installed, if that is the case then all that is needed is to pop out the restrictor shown...
  • Page 24 Note: The UVP-Internal and the flexi flue connections must be installed in a location accessible for service or replacement; a service hatch or removable flashing to allow access is required. Note: When installing the unit onto a flue liner, ensure the length of flue liner above the roof is the minimum required length.

  • Page 25: C6 Masonry Vertical Power Flue Kit (Up To 6M)

    C6 Masonry Vertical Power Flue Kit (up to 6m) The following kit enables the installation of the aluminium flexi into vertical masonry chimneys for extending the flue system from the appliance spigot to 6.0 meters while providing the masonry flashing. Including, but not limited to, installations into: a complete masonry chimney, a flue liner, or a combustible sealed false chimney.

  • Page 26: C7 Masonry Vertical Power Flue Extension Kit (6 To 12M)

    NOTE: This installation type cannot be used on a DFS730. If required, please contact architectural advisory aa@ escea.com for more information. If your flue system is to be run vertically through a purpose-built sealed flue cavity (the cavity must remain sealed up to the terminal);...

  • Page 27: C8 Installing In Accordance With Relevant Codes

    C8 Installing in Accordance with Relevant Codes The location of the Horizontal Power Flue Wall Terminal must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 5601 and any other relevant building codes. If possible, avoid installing the Horizontal Power Flue Wall Terminal in areas exposed to high winds and extreme weather.

  • Page 28: C9 Running The Flue

    C9 Running the Flue Use the following table to determine the exhaust flue clearances to combustibles: Model Clearance to Combustibles DF700 50mm clearance for first 0.9m DF960 50mm clearance for first 0.6m Run the Ø100mm ID and Ø75mm ID (Ø110mm OD and Ø85mm OD) flexible aluminium hoses from the cavity to the rear of where the Horizontal or Vertical Power Flue Terminal will be installed.

  • Page 29: C10 Insulation Specification And Installation

    C10 Insulation Specification and Installation Type of Insulation to use Insulation R-value to be R1.5 and of malleable/flexible construction (rock wool or glass wool) and certified to withstand 230°C. Insulation Installation Tape must be used for all overlapping joints and the entire flue must be wrapped. Care must be taken not to compress insulation.

  • Page 30: C12 Setting Up The Flue Spigot Plate

    C12 Setting up the Flue Spigot Plate Connect the flexi flue to the spigot plate using the hose band clamps provided while the cavity is still empty. DO NOT OVER STRETCH THE ALUMINIUM FLEXI FLUE. DF700 Spigot Plate DF960 Spigot Plate...

  • Page 31: D Installing The Electricity And Gas To The Appliance

    IN S TALLING T HE ELEC T RIC IT Y AND GA S TO T HE APPLIANC E In order to install gas to the fireplace, check the operating pressure or install the network cable, the glass and burner tray needs to be removed. D1 Power Supply While the cavity is being created, consideration must be given to the location of an appropriate power supply.

  • Page 32: D3 Removing The Burners

    Primary Glass Remove the two screws holding in the top of the primary glass, then pull forward, tilt down and then slide out the glass retainer through the gap in the side flanges. NOTE: Please slide the top trim ramp forward with caution to avoid scratches to the finish as the front of the part is visible.

  • Page 33: D4 Gas Pipe Sizing

    Fireplace Silicone grommet Regulator D6 Gas Supply Escea does not condone using a 9kg bottle as the main gas supply for an Escea fire. Doing so could result in a dirty or poor flame and produce excess soot build up.

  • Page 34: E Installing The Appliance

    (highlighted in the diagram below). Use the long M5 screw to pull in the spigot plate as the fire is pushed into the cavity. 630750 DF700-960-DFS730 - SERIES INSTALLATION MANUAL (G3)

  • Page 35: E3 Removing The Burner Tray

    Make sure that all of the fold up tabs (circled in the diagram below) used for locating the flue spigot plate onto the chassis are poking through the flue spigot plate. Note DF960 has 6 tabs. Insert the 1 long machine screw into the location shown in the diagram above to secure the flue spigot plate to the chassis.

  • Page 36: E4 Connecting The Power Flue Cable

    E4 Connecting the Power Flue Cable Note: Make sure to turn off the power supply before connecting the power flue cable. Feed the Power Flue cable through the silicone grommet on the lower right hand side of the chassis and connect it to the terminal on the electronics tray shown in the diagram below.

  • Page 37: E6 Connecting The Gas Pipe To The Regulator

    It is recommended to install a gas isolating valve as close to the appliance as possible when installing your Escea gas product. Fix it in a convenient position to allow it to be closed easily during operation. Consider access once wall linings have been fixed.

  • Page 38: E10 Flame Picture

    Note: When checking flame picture ensure burners fully light on ignition, build up of embers or large embers can impede and cause breaks in the cross-lighting. If an abnormal flame pattern is still present or cross-lighting is an issue, please contact Escea. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure a correct flame pattern.

  • Page 39: E11 Volcanic Rock Fuelbed Installation

    Bed Instructions. Traditional Logs and Splitwood Elm Fuelbed Installation The following photos show the complete log sets for both DF700 and DF960 models. For more information regarding traditional log placement, please refer to 630673 Traditional Log Fuel Bed Instructions. For information regarding splitwood elm log placement, please refer to 630680 Splitwood Elm Fuel Bed Instructions.
  • Page 40 LOG 2 DF960 Traditional Log Layout LOG 5 LOG 1 DF700 Splitwood Elm Log Layout LOG 4 LOG 3 LOG 7 LOG 2 LOG 1 LOG 6 LOG 5 DF960 Splitwood Elm Log Layout LOG 1 LOG 9 LOG 7...

  • Page 41: E13 Installing The Glass

    Refer to section D2 on page 30 and reverse the steps to reinstall the glass. E14 Home Automation Setup Escea DF-Series fireplaces have a simple interface for connection to a home automation system. This allows the fireplace to be woken up, started, and then shut down. The “Close to Wake” connection (shown below) is essentially taking one of the 3.3 volt DC pins on the fireplace microcontroller and shorting it to ground.

  • Page 42: F Fitting The Fascia And Finishing Installation

    ⃝ The parts of the room that people are likely to spend time ⃝ Away from direct sun light ⃝ A suitable distance away from the heater Please ensure that the cradle is screwed firmly onto the wall using the screws provided. 630750 DF700-960-DFS730 - SERIES INSTALLATION MANUAL (G3)

  • Page 43: F3 Operating The Appliance For The First Time

    F3 Operating the Appliance for the First Time Activating the Remote (first time use) The remote arrives in a locked shipping state. To unlock it, please plug it into power via the USB-C port for 1 second. Note: The remote does not come with a charging cable. Charging the Remote Charge the remote through the USB-C port in the bottom of the remote using a USB-C cable.

  • Page 44: F4 Normal Operating Sounds And Smells

    Fan: Escea gas appliances use electric fans to push heated air into the room. It is not unusual for the fan to make a “whirring” sound when ON. This sound will increase or decrease in volume depending on the speed setting of your fan.

  • Page 45: G Freestanding Unit (Dfs730) Installation

    FREES TANDING UNIT (DFS730) IN S TALL AT ION G1 Product Dimensions 736mm* 124mm 505mm 381mm 756mm *Measured from Console Body 368mm* 368mm* 753mm G2 Hearth and Clearances A hearth is not required, however it may be used for decorative purposes or for protection of sensitive flooring. The hearth should not obscure the air inlet of the fire.

  • Page 46: G4 Gas Pipe Routing Information

    G4 Gas Pipe Routing Information...

  • Page 47: G5 Flue Installation

    Power Flue cable. Rivet, screw or cable tie the open to Flue Spigot Plate end to prevent it from opening. Bend the two perpendicular DF700 tabs down and screw into the flue liner using a short self Fireplace tapping screw.

  • Page 48: G6 Horizontal Flue Kit

    Approx. G7 DF700 Fireplace Installation into DFS730 Freestanding Unit Once the freestanding unit is in place, and the flue system installed, the DF700 fireplace installation can commence. Note: for the Apartment Flue Kit, see the instructions provided with the kit.

  • Page 49: H Installation Checklist

    IN S TALL AT ION C HEC KLI S T Go through the following checklist to ensure you have installed the appliance correctly ⃝ Correctly sized cavity to suit your fascia and flue configuration ⃝ Correct clearances to combustibles and mantles around the fascia ⃝...

  • Page 50: S Service Manual

    THIS APPLIANCE. THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE LEFT WITH THE APPLIANCE. ONLY USE ESCEA APPROVED SPARE PARTS. ESCEA SPARE PARTS ARE AVAILABLE FROM AN ESCEA DISTRIBUTOR OR RETAILER DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE. S1 Annual Service Procedure ⃝ Isolate power and gas supply to fire.

  • Page 51: S2 Error Codes

    NOTE: An error code may not signify a fault/warranty issue; depending on the error code, it may signify that the remote batteries are low or the LPG cylinder is empty. Refer to the section below and contact Escea if needed.
  • Page 52 The primary solenoid on the valve inside the fire may have failed. If this is the case, the coil will need to be replaced. Primary valve solenoid current abnormal. E4.2 Contact Escea technical support. Secondary valve solenoid drawing current when supposed to be off. E4.3 The valve solenoids have failed the pre-ignition test.

  • Page 53: S3 Serial Number

    S5 Cleaning the Fascia The outside of an Escea Fascia must only be cleaned with a soft microfibre cloth. If heavier cleaning is required for the likes of grease or stubborn fingerprint removal we recommend the use of a dedicated stainless steel cleaner for stainless steel fascias or warm soapy water for powder coated fascias.
  • Page 54 ͳ If the film is applied too heavily and is quite visible, you can remove the excess by gently wiping dry with a microfibre cloth. Ensure your strokes still follow the direction of the grain or brush finish. Ensure that no film is applied to the glass of your Escea Gas Fireplace. If applied accidentally, wipe off with an ͳ...

  • Page 55: S6 Converting The Appliance Gas Type

    If there is a need to convert the gas type of the appliance, follow the instructions provided with your gas conversion kit using the following table for correct jets and collars: For Natural gas fires a silver spring is installed in the regulator and Propane and ULPG use a purple spring. DF700 ONLY Jets Front Burner...

  • Page 56: S8 Removing Electronic Tray

    DF700 Fan Screw Locations DF960 Fan Screw Locations S8 Removing Electronic Tray ISOLATE THE POWER TO THE FIRE BEFORE THIS PROCEDURE. All of the electronic components of the heater have been located on a removable tray. Remove the 18-way connector and 6-way connector from the end of the tray, the network cable, if installed (both locations circled in diagram shown) and the transformer connector located in the rear LH corner of the electronics tray.

  • Page 57: S9 Replacing The Thermal Cut Out

    Undo the screw below the stepped baffle halfway then gently lift the baffle up and bring towards you. Remove the 8 machine screws in the access panel (as shown in the diagram below). In the DF700 disconnect the TCO wires and then remove the 2 machine screws from the TCO (as shown in the diagram below).

  • Page 58: S10 Removing The Pressure Switch

    S11 Replacing/Pairing a Remote Control If the wireless control becomes lost or damaged, a new one can be ordered from any Escea retail agent. 1. Charge the remote with a USB-C cable. 2. Ensure the fire and remote are set to ‘Off’ (only the time is displayed on the remote). Gently shake the remote to wake it up if necessary.

  • Page 59: S12 Servicing The Horizontal/Universal Vertical Power Flue

    4. Tap “Search” and select the fire you wish to pair to. 5. Enter the fire’s PIN. Tap each digit then use the up and down arrows to change the digit. 6. Press “pair”. The fire is now linked to the remote control. SEARCHING PAIR REMOTE SEARCH...
  • Page 60 Servicing a Universal Vertical Power Flue: If the UVP is internally installed remove the unit (2 in the right hand image) and replace the complete fan unit. If the UVP is externally installed the cowl/fan unit pictured below is to be completely replaced by removing it from the liner or flashing.

  • Page 61: S13 Wiring Diagram

    S13 Wiring Diagram...

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