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Mode KB1150, and KB1400
GAS FIREPLACE
Installation Instructions
WARNING: REFER TO THE WARNING ON PAGE 1 AND THE WALL
LINING INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTIONS B5 ON PAGE 10 AND F9 ON
PAGE 46. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN A FIRE.
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  • Page 1 ADHERE SERIAL LABEL Mode KB1150, and KB1400 GAS FIREPLACE Installation Instructions WARNING: REFER TO THE WARNING ON PAGE 1 AND THE WALL LINING INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTIONS B5 ON PAGE 10 AND F9 ON PAGE 46. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT: The appliance shall be installed in accordance with; ͳ This installation instruction booklet ͳ Local gas fitting regulations ͳ Municipal building codes ͳ Electrical wiring regulations ͳ Any other relevant statutory regulations. ͳ AS/NZS 5601.1 Gas Installations WARNING! DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED INTO A CAVITY STRICTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 3 MODE KB1150 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION MODEL NAME Mode KB1150 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...
  • Page 4 MODE KB1400 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION MODEL NAME Mode KB1400 Description of Appliance Indoor Gas Fire Heater Star Rating 5.1 Stars Max Heat Output 9.7 kW Compliant To AS/NZS 5263.1.3 Gas Type Natural Propane ULPG High 40 MJ/hr 40 MJ/hr 37 MJ/hr...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS A Product Description and Dimensions Product Description Recommended Install Process Mode KB1150 and KB1400 Product Dimensions B Creating the Cavity Cavity Shape Designing the Cavity Hearth Cavity Base Wall Lining 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 Universal 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...
  • Page 6 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 the Fan(s) Removing the Control Trays Pressure Switch Removal S12 Replacing the Thermal Cut Out S13 Single Sided Front to Back Conversion (only for single sided fires) S14 Servicing the Horizontal / Vertical Powerflue Wiring Diagrams...

  • Page 7: A Product Description And Dimensions

    In addition to the remote the appliance has a single auxiliary On/Off button on the unit. When not in operation it is in a standby mode unless it is physically isolated from the mains supply.
  • Page 8 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. I.E.

  • Page 9: B Creating The Cavity

    C RE ATING THE C AVI T Y B1 Cavity Shape The Mode KB gas 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 10: B3 Hearth

    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. B4 Cavity Base This appliance MUST be fully supported on its base, over the entire area of the underside of the appliance.

  • Page 11: C Installing The Flue

    IN S TALLING T HE FLUE C1 Flue Configuration (If less than 8m flue length is required) If your flue system is less than 8m long (as shown in diagrams below), then a simple aluminium flexible flue is required. If you wish to install a longer flue run, please contact the Escea Architectural Advisory Team.

  • Page 12: C2 Flue Configuration (If More Than 8M Flue Length Is Required)

    Overall ue length: 0.4m Min. 8m Max. Vertically terminated: Utilises the Escea Universal Vertical Power Flue enclosure kit. UVP Cowl UVP Unit 1.2m F-F Liner Liner 8m MAX 8m MAX X + Y = 8m MAX = 0.4m MIN* * Excess noise may be present at this distance Internal External C2 Flue Configuration (If more than 8m flue length is required)

  • Page 13: C3 Installing The Horizontal Powerflue Wall Terminal Option

    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. 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 14 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; the installation must be weatherproof. Ideal Hole/Cavity Size for Horizontal Powerflue Without Side Brackets With Side Brackets 298 mm 360 mm 298 mm...
  • Page 15 Horizontal Powerflue Detail cladding on cavity batten framing member with Fit the horizontal powerflue wall terminal into the hole and fix it in place, making sure the installation is wall wrap and flashing tape over sealed appropriately to prevent the ingress of water from outside the wall cladding. typical head flashing with stop ends to comply with relevant building code...

  • Page 16: C4 Installing The External Universal Vertical Powerflue (Uvp)

    C4 Installing the external universal Vertical Powerflue (uVP) The UVP is designed to have the enclosure containing the fan unit mounted externally. Escea recommends this install for a UVP powerflue; an example is shown below. IMPoRtAnt: When installing the unit onto a flue liner, take care regarding the minimum required length of flue liner above the roof. Ensure the 43mm restriction plate is installed on the inlet. The cowl surround should be fixed in place as shown right.

  • Page 17: 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 16. 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 18 229.1 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 19: 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 20: 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 21: C8 Running The Powerflue Electrical Cable

    C8 Running the Powerflue electrical Cable NOTE: The powerflue terminal is powered from the appliance and must be connected to the appliance with the supplied electrical cable only. IMPoRtAnt: ensure that the appliance power supply is disconnected before making the connection to the terminal The supplied electrical cable is 7 metres long; flue extension kits also include a powerflue electrical cable extension.

  • Page 22: 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 D1 Power Supply Before the Fireplace is installed, consideration must be given to the location of an appropriate power supply. An earthed 230/240 volt mains power connection (typically a standard 3 pin outlet) must be available within 1m of the bottom right of the appliance.

  • Page 23: 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 24: D4 Gas Supply

    Gas pipe should be sized as per the requirements of AS/NZS 5601. The pipe sizing must be sufficient to deliver the following volume of gas to the heater with all other gas appliances in the home running at the same time: MAXIMuM MoDe KB1150 GAS ConSuMPtIon = 34MJ/HR MAXIMuM MoDe KB1400 GAS ConSuMPtIon = 40MJ/HR Ø75 D6 Gas Pipe Position The gas connection is inside the appliance and is ½”...

  • Page 25: D7 Gas Isolating Valve

    D7 Gas Isolating Valve As per AS/NZS 5601 it is recommended that a gas isolating valve be installed prior to the inlet of the fire for servicing in the future. It is recommended to install a gas isolating valve as close to the appliance as possible when installing your Escea gas product.

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 31. For gas type conversion, proceed to “E6 Gas Type Conversion” on page 30. 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, lift one end out first, then gently lift the other.
  • Page 28 B. Test point A is used to measure the operating pressure - post- regulator and test point B is used to measure the operating pressure on high and low. (see “Gas Pressure Table - Mode KB1150” & “Gas Pressure Table - Mode KB1400”) Turn the gas and power supplies ON.
  • Page 29 The measured pressure at the jet is generally slightly lower than at the test point. If this is done, TAKE CARE to have the middle and other side burner installed, otherwise gas may collect in the firebox, creating unsafe conditions. GAS PReSSuRe tABle - MoDe KB1150 Gas Type Natural Gas...

  • Page 30: E6 Gas Type Conversion

    Changing the operating Pressure (Service Mode - APP onlY) While the remote is in its “OFF” mode with only the time showing on the display, use the service-mode login to enter gas fitter settings. Tap “Gas adjustment”. Follow the on screen prompts to start the fire in gas setting adjust mode. Fireplace must be connected to the APP (see section D2).
  • Page 31 Gas Specific Configurations Mode KB1150 Jets Burner Collars Middle Burner Side Burners Pilot Middle Burner Side Burners Natural Gas 1.95 mm 1.50 mm 1 x 3.5 mm Fully Closed ULPG 1.30 mm 0.85 mm Spacer 2 x 7 mm Propane 1.30 mm 0.85 mm...

  • Page 32: E7 Auxiliary On/Off Button

    Change the burner collars to the ones supplied in the kit set (see table above). Screw out the nylon adjuster screw inside the regulator to remove the existing spring. Replace the spring with the one supplied in the conversion kit and reassemble the regulator. Stick the new gas type label supplied in the kit set on the underside of the tray hatch.

  • Page 33: E8 Home Automation Setup - Optional

    The AUX button location can be seen in the diagram below. 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 (which can take up to 4 minutes). While the relay is open the fireplace will be in standby mode and available for manual operation by the user...

  • Page 35: F Finishing The Installation

    FINI SHING T HE 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 KB1150 630784 KB SeRIeS InStAllAtIon MAnuAl...
  • Page 37 Log Setup KB1400...

  • Page 38: F3 Woodland Fuelbed Installation

    Use the index above as a guide for selecting the correct logs. Place the flakes in a single layer evenly after the logs have been located correctly (excess flakes should NOT be added if one even layer has been achieved). The flakes must not cover the pilot or pilot guard. Woodland Log Setup KB1150 630784 KB SeRIeS InStAllAtIon MAnuAl...
  • Page 39 Woodland Log Setup KB1400...

  • Page 40: F4 Australian Oak, And Driftwood Fuelbeds

    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 NOTE: The holes in the infill that have a Diamond next to them are for fixing the Splitwood Retainers. KB1150 Australian oak Setup 630784 KB SeRIeS InStAllAtIon MAnuAl...
  • Page 42 DS1400 Splitwood KB1400 Australian oak Setup 630784 KB SeRIeS InStAllAtIon MAnuAl...

  • Page 43: F6 Driftwood 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 DS1400 Driftwood NOTE: The holes in the infill that have a Triangle next to them are for fixing the Driftwood Retainers. KB1150 Driftwood Setup...
  • Page 44 DS1400 Driftwood KB1400 Driftwood Setup 630784 KB SeRIeS InStAllAtIon MAnuAl...

  • Page 46: F7 Gem/Crystalight Or Coal Fuelbed Installation

    F7 Gem/Crystalight or Coal Fuelbed Installation If using the crystalight or coal fuel beds, place all the crystalight/coal pieces in a single layer atop the burners and fuelbed tray. Cover the entire area except for the pilot shield, ensuring coverage right up to the edges of the firebox or glass. Do not heap or mound any fuelbed.
  • Page 47 Combustibles MODEL Mode KB1150 1081 Mode KB1400 1373 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 needed NOTE: The wall lining directly above the appliance will get warm and hence may discolour paint finishes that are susceptible to temperature damage.

  • Page 48: F10 Fitting The Linear Trim

    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 49: F11 Fitting The Bevelled Lite Fascia

    Note: If the friction fit is loose, please use the provided fiber tape along the bottom edge of the linear trim to tighten the fit. F11 Fitting the Bevelled lite Fascia To avoid scratches to the fascia panels of this heater, they must be fitted at the conclusion of the installation process, after wall linings are in place.

  • Page 50: F12 Locating Wall Mount Cradle For Wireless Control

    F12 locating Wall Mount Cradle for Wireless Control The appliance’s remote contains the thermostat that will sense the room temperature and communicate this back to the heater via Bluetooth. A wall mount cradle has been provided for the wireless control and where possible the control should be housed in this cradle.

  • Page 51: F14 Normal Operating Sounds And Smells

    F14 normal operating Sounds and Smells NOTE: Each time the fire is lit from cold the glass may fog up with condensation. This is normal and the condensation will disappear within a few minutes once the glass heats up. Sounds: It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance. This is perfectly normal due to the fact that various types of materials are used within your appliance.

  • Page 52: 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 fascia 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/ NZ5601.1 ⃝...

  • Page 53: S Service Manual

    SERVIC E MANUAL IMPORTANT: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE SERVICED EVERY 12 MONTHS. ANY SERVICE OPERATION SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT ONLY BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED AND TRAINED PERSON. GAS AND ELECTRICITY SUPPLY MUST BE ISOLATED BEFORE ANY SERVICE OPERATION IS CARRIED OUT ON THIS APPLIANCE.

  • Page 54: S2 Error Codes

    Three failures during few times after re-establishing gas supply. normal runtime. E2.5 The fire has moved to overtemperature mode (pilot flame only) and the pilot has extingushed. Check pilot jet for obstuctions. Pilot has extingushed when the fire is in overtemperature mode.
  • Page 55 E2.6 Check gas supply and check other gas appliances to see if they are affected. If you have two separate LPG cylinders, switch over to the full bottle or contact your gas supplier. You may need to retry igniting the fire a Pilot ignited then few times after re-establishing gas supply.
  • Page 56 E4.3 The valve solenoids have failed the pre-ignition test. A wire may have dislodged or the valve solenoid is faulty. Secondary valve solenoid Check that the connections to each solenoid are secure and in place. overcurrent protection The connections on the ends of the wires may need to be tightened (e.g. activated.

  • Page 57: 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 3 478 8220 or Aus : 1-800 460 832 S5 Checking operating Pressure See section “E5 Checking the Gas Operating Pressure”...

  • Page 58: 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 59: S10 Removing The Control Trays

    S10 Removing the Control trays Start by following the instructions in “S9 Removing or Cleaning the Fan(s)” on page 58 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 60: S11 Pressure Switch Removal

    S11 Pressure Switch Removal Follow the steps in section “E3 Removing (and Replacing) the Glass” on page 26 to remove the glass from the front of the appliance. Follow the steps in section “E4 Removing (and Replacing) the Infill & Burners” on page 27 to remove the burners and infill. Lift the side glass and its surround up and tilt forward to remove from the retaining hooks.

  • Page 61: S12 Replacing The Thermal Cut Out

    S12 Replacing the thermal Cut out 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 for lH-RH Corner, 120°C for Peninsula) Access to this TCO can be made by following steps 1 to 2 from section “S11 Pressure Switch Removal” on page 60.

  • Page 62: 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 26 and E4 on page 27 to remove the glass, infill, burners. On the inside of the firebox, loosen the firebox glass liner bracket by lossening - not removing - the screws (circled in the diagram below, quantity may differ with model). Carefully grab and lift out each glass liner by swinging the bottom of the glass up and out towards you (shaded in the diagram below).
  • Page 63 Move to the back of the fire for the following steps. Remove the screws (circled in the diagram below) in the chassis back panel of the appliance. Remove the chassis back panel. Now remove the top bracket by undoing the 1/4 turn fasteners (circled below) and allow the firebox back panel to lean forward so you may lift the panel out.
  • Page 64 Remove the two side trims. These are fixed top and bottom with the 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 “S9 Removing or Cleaning the Fan(s)”...

  • Page 65: S14 Servicing The Horizontal / Vertical Powerflue

    came out from. Remove the screws from the firebox ceiling to attach the liner bracket. After reinstalling the components in the previous steps, reinstall the side and top trims, leaving the 17. bottom trim for the last step. Reinstall the burners and the infill by reversing the steps in “E4 Removing (and Replacing) the Infill & 18.

  • Page 66: S15 Wiring Diagrams

    S15 Wiring Diagrams 630784 KB SeRIeS InStAllAtIon MAnuAl...

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