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  • Page 1 DS1150, 1400 & 1650 GaS FIREPlaCE Installation & Service Instructions 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • 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 DS1150 PRoDuCt SPECIFICatIon MODEL NAME DS1150 Description of Appliance Indoor Gas Fire Heater Star Rating 4.4 Stars Max Heat Output 8.2 kW Compliant To AS/NZS 5263.1.3 Gas Type Natural Propane ULPG High 34 MJ/hr 34 MJ/hr 34 MJ/hr Gas Input...
  • Page 4 Height 788 mm Dimensions Depth 379 mm Weight 135 kg Electronic Ignition to pilot system Ignition System Escea PCB Ignition Activation 20 secs (approx) Flame Safeguard Flame Rectification Consumption 160 W @ 0.69 A 230 V Remote Controls Timers Yes (App and Internet connection compulsory)
  • Page 5 Height 788 mm Dimensions Depth 379 mm Weight 158 kg Electronic Ignition to pilot system Ignition System Escea PCB Ignition Activation 20 secs (approx) Flame Safeguard Flame Rectification Consumption 160 W @ 0.69 A 230 V Remote Controls Timers Yes (App and Internet connection compulsory)

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Wall Linings Television & Mantel Clearances C Installing the Flue Flue Configuration (If less than 8m flue length is required) Flue Configuration (If more than 8m flue length is required) Installing the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal Option Installing the External Vertical Powerflue (UVP) Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue (UVP) Installing in Accordance with Relevant Codes Running the Flue Running the Powerflue Electrical Cable D Installing the Electricity and Gas to the appliance Power Supply Pairing Fireplace to Escea Smart Heat App Home automation setup (optional) Gas Supply Gas Pipe Sizing Gas Pipe Position Gas Isolating Valve E Installing the appliance Connecting the Flue Installation Removing (and Replacing) the Glass Removing (and Replacing) the Infill & Burners Checking the Gas Operating Pressure Gas Type Conversion...
  • Page 7 Auxiliary On/Off button Home Automation Setup - Optional F Finishing the Installation Log and Woodland Log Fuelbed Retainer Setup Log Fuelbed Installation Woodland Fuelbed Installation Splitwood and Driftwood Splitwood Fuelbed Driftwood Fuelbed Gem/Crystalight or Coal Fuelbed Installation Flame Picture Wall Linings F10 Fitting the Linear Trim F11 Fitting the Bevelled Lite Fascia F12 Locating Wall Mount Cradle for Wireless Control F13 Operating the Appliance F14 Normal Operating Sounds and Smells G Installation Checklist S Service Manual Annual Service Procedure Error Codes Cleaning the Fuel bed and Glass Service-Mode Login (Elevated Permissions) Checking Operating Pressure Replacing/Pairing a Remote Control Replacing the Burners Serial Number Removing or Cleaning Fan(s) S10 Removing the Control Tray S11 Pressure Switch Removal S12...

  • Page 8: A Product Description And Dimensions

    Product Description The Escea DS-Series gas fire is a room sealed gas appliance designed to be built into a false cavity. It is a powerful gas heater that, on the lowest setting (effect only) will still generate approximately 50% heat. The appliance is flued using co-linear flexible aluminium flue.
  • Page 9 1693 1359 DS1650 1987 1653 For more detail, contact the Escea architectural advisory team: Email : aa@escea.com InStallatIonS tHat aRE not SPECIFICallY outlInED In tHIS Manual SHoulD BE REFERRED to tHE ESCEa aRCHItECtuRal aDVISoRY tEaM. PLEASE EMAIL AA@ESCEA.COM I.E. HutCH, unDER BEnCH, RECESSED, anD JoInERY EnCloSED InStallatIonS.

  • Page 10: B Creating The Cavity

    C RE atInG t HE C aVIt Y B1 Cavity Shape The DS Series fire is suitable for self supporting timber or steel framed cavities. Most existing masonry cavities will not be suitable. B2 Designing the Cavity The following aspects must be considered when designing this installation: ͳ...

  • Page 11: B3 Hearth

    MoDEl DS1150 1508 DS1400 1800 DS1650 2094 B3 Hearth A hearth is not required. If a hearth is installed below the fire, it must be at least 100 mm below the bottom of the glass or be composed entirely of non-combustible materials.

  • Page 12: B6 Television & Mantel Clearances

    Escea in no way guarantees or takes responsibility that the recommended installation suggestion will be suitable for all electrical or home entertainment appliances.

  • Page 13: 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 falls outside of the bounds of the flue configurations shown below.

  • Page 14: C2 Flue Configuration (If More Than 8M Flue Length Is Required)

    Internal External C2 Flue Configuration (If more than 8m flue length is required) If your flue system is greater than 8m long (up to 40m long), then please contact the Escea Advisory Team at aa@escea.com for further guidelines. C3 Installing the Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal Option NOTE: The appliance is designed only to operate using the approved flexible or PolyPro flue supplied by Escea.
  • Page 15 Take notice of the label on the termination which shows the correct orientation of the terminal. Creating the Hole in the Outside Wall When cutting the hole in the outside wall, be mindful of how the installation of the horizontal powerflue wall terminal will be finished;...
  • Page 16 IMPORTANT: Ensure that flashings do not restrict the air intake slot around the periphery of the cowl. How to Flash the Horizontal Powerflue The following diagrams are excerpts from the Escea architect drawings and are available in full on our website. These diagrams are recommendations, and your installation must comply with any local or national building codes.

  • Page 17: C4 Installing The External Vertical Powerflue (Uvp)

    D-Series FLUE Master File.dwg cladding on cavity batten The UVP is designed to have the enclosure containing the fan unit mounted externally. Escea recommends this framing member with wall wrap and flashing install for a UVP powerflue; an example is shown below.

  • Page 18: C5 Installing The Internal Vertical Powerflue (Uvp)

    C5 Installing the Internal Vertical Powerflue (UVP) NOTE: Internal install is only recommended for situations where an external install is impractical. For information regarding an external install, go to section C4 on page 17. The Universal Vertical Powerflue (UVP) internal configuration is designed to have the fan, mounted within the roof space of the house, and the vertical 225 mm diameter liner, containing a 100 mm flexi, penetrate through the roof.
  • Page 19 229.1 TIMBER MUST NOT OBSTRUCT THESE ZONES 31.6 31.6 221.8 250.2 ø226.8 103.4 The UVP-Internal kit is intended for use within an accessible roof space or ‘chimney’ construction. Service access must be provided. Ensure installation complies with relevant building codes and regulations UVP Cowl 1.2m F-F Liner ‘Decktite’...

  • Page 20: C6 Installing In Accordance With Relevant Codes

    C6 Installing in Accordance with Relevant Codes The location of the horizontal powerflue wall terminal must be installed in accordance with AS/NZS 5601 and any other relevant building codes. If possible, avoid installing the horizontal powerflue wall terminal in areas exposed to high winds and extreme weather. Some of the minimum clearances for a fan assisted wall terminal are listed below;...

  • Page 21: C7 Running The Flue

    NOTE: 1) Should the flue not extend past the apex, the bottom opening of the flue should extend at least 200 mm from the roof (or 300 mm in regions with heavy snow). 2) The installation of a flue into a carport is not recommended. 3) The flue terminal will get very hot when in use.
  • Page 22 IMPORTANT: If you do not connect the powerflue electrical cable to both the fireplace and the powerflue, this will result in an error when the fireplace is turned on. IMPORTANT: Test the fan before continuing with the rest of the installation. EnD oF SECtIon C BY tHE EnD oF tHIS SECtIon, You SHoulD HaVE: ⃝ A weather-tight installed powerflue terminal with clearance as specified by AS/NZ5601 ⃝ Reasonable access to the terminal for maintenance purposes ⃝ Flue attached to the powerflue terminal leading back to the appliance with the correct flue clearances ⃝ The electrical cable from the powerflue terminal run back to the appliance location in an electrically safe manner 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...

  • Page 23: D Installing The Electricity And Gas To The Appliance

    (Section S15 on page 69). D2 Pairing Fireplace to Escea Smart Heat App Download and install the Escea Smart Heat App Ensure the fireplace and remote have been powered on, then follow the on screen instructions (see below) to connect the unit to the app.

  • Page 24: D3 Home Automation Setup (Optional)

    Once the fireplace has been found, you can pair this to your device by entering the PIN found within the settings menu on the remote control or the information card supplied within the remote packaging. Fireplace information (PIN and Serial) can be found within the remote control menus (see below) D3 Home automation setup (optional) A home automation connection cable has been supplied.

  • Page 25: D4 Gas Supply

    D4 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. D5 Gas Pipe Sizing Gas pipe should be sized as per the requirements of AS/NZS 5601.

  • Page 26: D7 Gas Isolating Valve

    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 27: E Installing The Appliance

    In S tallInG t HE aPPlIanC E WaRnInG! tHE FolloWInG InStRuCtIonS MuSt onlY BE unDERtaKEn BY a SuItaBlY aPPRoVED PERSon. anY taMPERInG BY an unautHoRISED PERSon WIll VoID tHE PRoDuCt’S WaRRantY anD MaY RESult In a DanGERouS ConDItIon. E1 Connecting the Flue Access the top of the appliance and connect both the inlet flue (75 mm ID / 85 mm OD) and the exhaust flue (100 mm ID / 110 mm OD) to their respective spigots.

  • Page 28: E4 Removing (And Replacing) The Infill & Burners

    E4 Removing (and Replacing) the Infill & Burners Ensure that the gas jets and burner collars are appropriate to the gas type using the tables on page 30. For gas type conversion, proceed to section "E6 Gas Type Conversion" on page 31. IMPORTANT: Take care not to scratch the firebox paint or glass while handling parts. Remove the infill first by removing the 4 screws circled below (8 screws in the DS1650), lift one end out first, then gently lift the other.
  • Page 29 WaRnInG! tHE REGulatoR tHat IS SuPPlIED WItH tHE FIRE MuSt not BE REMoVED. REMoVal oF tHE REGulatoR, oR REPlaCInG It WItH onE not IntEnDED FoR uSE WItH an ESCEa FIRE, WIll VoID tHE lIMItED aPPlIanCE WaRRantY anD MaY BE DanGERouS.
  • Page 30 5.00 kPa 5.00 kPa 5.00 kPa Operating Pressure - Post-Regulator (Point A) 1.00 kPa 2.30 kPa 2.30 kPa DS1150 Operating Pressure on 0.68 kPa ±5 % 1.8 kPa ±5 % 1.8 kPa ±5 % High - (Point B) DS1400 0.82 kPa ±5 % 1.98 kPa ±5 %...

  • Page 31: E6 Gas Type Conversion

    50% heat. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the test points are CLOSED and the hatch is replaced before re-assembling the fire. E6 Gas type Conversion This appliance can be configured to operate on NG, ULPG, or Propane. If gas type conversion is required, please contact an Escea dealer to request the required parts. Gas Specific Configurations DS1150 Jets...
  • Page 32 WaRnInG! tuRn tHE GaS anD PoWER SuPPlIES oFF. Follow the instructions outlined in section "E5 Checking the Gas Operating Pressure" on page 28 to access the burners, jets, and regulator. Change the burner jets and the pilot jet to those supplied in the kit set (see table above). NOTE: Ensure the pilot jet is joined up to the olive before inserting the jet into the pilot assembly (as shown below).

  • Page 33: E7 Auxiliary On/Off Button

    Remote Pairing Button E8 Home Automation Setup - Optional Escea K-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 V DC pins on the fireplace micro controller and shorting it to ground.
  • Page 34 µ From Automation system Connector and terminal block supplied by Escea The home automation connection can be found in your fireplace accessory pack (shown below). Use the green wires for home automation. This connects to the fireplace via the middle of the side panel of the fireplace, next to the powerflue cable, as shown in section D3 on page 24.

  • Page 35: F Finishing The Installation

    FInI SHInG tHE In S tall at Ion F1 Log and Woodland Log Fuelbed Retainer Setup When setting up a log or woodland log fuel bed, you must have the correct retainers present before assembling the fuel bed. The correct retainers are supplied with the fuel bed packaging. On your retainers you will see either a letter at the start that will determine the fuelbed type (i.e.

  • Page 36: F2 Log Fuelbed Installation

    Note: Improper positioning of any fuelbed media may create carbon build-up and will alter the unit’s performance. Malfunctions due to improper fuel media placement will not be covered under warranty. log Index Use the index above as a guide for selecting the correct logs. Logs log Setup DS1150 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • Page 37 log Setup DS1400 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • Page 38 log Setup DS1650 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...

  • Page 39: F3 Woodland Fuelbed Installation

    (excess flakes should NOT be added if one even layer has been achieved). The flakes must not cover the pilot or pilot guard. If ignition to the main burner is unsatisfactory please move embers away from the pilot cross lighting ports Woodland log Setup DS1150 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • Page 40 Woodland log Setup DS1400 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...

  • Page 41: F4 Splitwood And Driftwood

    Woodland log Setup DS1650 F4 Splitwood and Driftwood The splitwood and driftwood fuelbed retainers have lettering cut into them to show the position on the infill that they sit. These retainers sit ontop of the infill and are attached with a black screw. FM - Front Middle ͳ...

  • Page 42: F5 Splitwood Fuelbed

    Note: Improper positioning of any fuelbed media may create carbon build-up and will alter the unit’s performance. Malfunctions due to improper fuel media placement will not be covered under warranty DS1150 Splitwood NOTE: The numbering of the logs is the order that they go in the fire NOT a log identifier.
  • Page 43 DS1400 Splitwood DS1400 Splitwood Setup 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • Page 44 DS1650 Splitwood DS1650 Splitwood Setup 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...

  • Page 45: F6 Driftwood Fuelbed

    F6 Driftwood Fuelbed After the logs have been located correctly, place the embers in a single even layer in the dark grey area as indicated below and then place the shale in the light grey area as indicated (excess embers or shale should NOT be added if one even layer has been achieved).
  • Page 46 DS1150 Driftwood DS1150 Driftwood Setup 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • Page 47 DS1400 Driftwood DS1400 Driftwood Setup 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...
  • Page 48 DS1650 Driftwood DS1650 Driftwood Setup 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...

  • Page 49: F7 Gem/Crystalight Or Coal Fuelbed Installation

    An abnormal flame pattern will likely be the result of incorrect settings (jet size, burner aeration collar). Check that these are correct before proceeding. If an abnormal flame pattern is still present, please contact Escea. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure a correct flame pattern.
  • Page 50 Combustibles (Dimensions shown below include the 3mm) MoDEl DS1150 1073 DS1150 1365 DS1650 1659 If the wall lining used protrudes past the top trim, non-combustible material MUST be used (see image below, dashed line represents edge of trim). Non-Combustibles Combustibles...
  • Page 51 Frameless wallboard finish For 10mm-20mm wall linings, an optional “Linear Trim” can be used to cover any unwanted exposed wall lining and/or act as a slimline fascia. Ensure the edge of the wall lining is finished in a tidy manner. Leave at least 3mm between the trim and the wall lining (for a nice plasterboard edge finish we recommend Rondo stopping bead).

  • Page 52: F10 Fitting The Linear Trim

    F10 Fitting the Linear Trim To install the Linear Trim onto the DS Series, slide the bottom of the trim along the gib trim and push it in flush with the wall cladding. It should slide in on all four sides and fit by friction inside the black reveal (the top should be above the top of the black reveal).

  • Page 53: F12 Locating Wall Mount Cradle For Wireless Control

    ͳ Ideally 1.2 m to 1.5 m from the floor The Bluetooth signal will go through some walls but for best results Escea suggest that the cradle position is less than 10 metres away from the heater and within the same room.

  • Page 54: F14 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 55: G 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 fireplace and flue configuration ⃝ Correct clearances to combustibles ⃝ An electrical isolating switch to the appliance, accessible after finished installation ⃝ Correctly sized gas supply with a pressure test point, ensuring adequate supply with all other gas appliances in the dwelling running ⃝ Gas type conversion process carried out if required ⃝ A weather-tight installed horizontal or vertical powerflue terminal with clearance as specified by AS/ nZS 5601.1. ⃝ If chosen, reasonable access to the outside face of the horizontal powerflue wall terminal for maintenance purposes and flue attached to the rear of the horizontal powerflue wall terminal leading back to the appliance (and similar for vertical powerflue terminals) ⃝...

  • Page 56: S Service Manual

    GaS anD ElECtRICItY SuPPlY MuSt BE ISolatED BEFoRE anY SERVICE oPERatIon IS CaRRIED out on 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 57: 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 58 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 59 E6.5 Check that room fans and capacitors are plugged in. Room fan current too low. E6.6 Check that room fans are not stalled or jammed. Check wiring loom for damage. Room fan current too high. E7.1 Ensure the pressure switch is mounted vertically and the diaphragm is operational.

  • Page 60: S3 Cleaning The Fuel Bed And Glass

    To gain access to the service mode with additional functionality, please follow these steps using the Escea Smart Heat App. To obtain a service mode passkey, ensure you have your session ID ready and call Escea at: NZ : +64 3...

  • Page 61: S6 Replacing/Pairing A Remote Control

    S6 Replacing/Pairing a Remote Control If the wireless control becomes lost or damaged, a new one can be ordered from any Escea retail agent. Hold down the black (AUX) button on your fire for a minimum of 20 seconds, this will tell your fire to forget any paired remotes.

  • Page 62: S10 Removing The Control Tray

    S10 Removing the Control Tray Start by following the instructions in section "S9 Removing or Cleaning Fan(s)" on page 61 in order to access the control trays. NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the fans to access the control trays. WaRnInG! tuRn tHE GaS anD PoWER SuPPlIES oFF. Remove the 8 screws on the gas tray (shown shaded in the diagram below).

  • Page 63: S11 Pressure Switch Removal

    S11 Pressure Switch Removal Follow the steps in section section "E3 Removing (and Replacing) the Glass" on page 27 to remove the glass from the front of the appliance. Follow the steps in section section "E4 Removing (and Replacing) the Infill & Burners" on page 28 to remove the burners and infill.

  • Page 64: S12 Replacing The Thermal Cut Out (Tco)

    S12 Replacing the Thermal Cut Out (TCO) WaRnInG! EnSuRE PoWER IS tuRnED oFF BEFoRE REMoVInG anY tCo. There are two thermal cutouts: one in the LH room fan assembly (60°C) and the other attached to the exhaust manifold (90°C or 120°C). Exhaust TCO (90°C) Access to this TCO can be made by following steps 1 to 2 from section section "S11 Pressure Switch Removal" on page 63.

  • Page 65: S13 Single Sided Front To Back Conversion (Only For Single Sided Fires)

    S13 Single Sided Front to Back Conversion (only for single sided fires) Follow sections E3 on page 27 and E4 on page 28 to remove the glass, infill, burners. On the inside rear of the firebox, remove the firebox liner bracket by removing the screws (circled in the diagram below, quantity may differ with model). After removing the bracket reinstall the screws into their holes. Carefully lift each firebox liner (shaded in the diagram below) up and out towards you.
  • Page 66 Move to the back of the fire for the following steps. Remove the screws (circled in the diagram below) from in the chassis back panel of the appliance. Remove the chassis back panel. Undo the 1/4 turn fasteners (circled below) and allow the firebox back panel to lean forward so you may lift the panel out.
  • Page 67 Remove the two side trims. These are fixed with magnets. Remove the top trim bracket from the front by unscrewing the black machine screws provided (circled below). Remove the two fan assemblies from the fire by following the instructions in section "S9 Removing or Cleaning Fan(s)"...

  • Page 68: S14 Servicing The Horizontal/Universal Vertical Powerflue

    the last step. Reinstall the burners and the infill by reversing the steps in section "E4 Removing (and Replacing) the Infill & Burners" on page 28. Install the fuel bed media as per section section "F Finishing the Installation" on page 35. Finish the conversion by installing the glass and bottom trim brackets.

  • Page 69: S15 Wiring Diagram

    S15 Wiring Diagram 630791 DS MKII InStallatIon Manual...

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