2.0 IMPORTANT NOTES When using this electrical appliance, basic precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person, including the following: This heater must be used on an AC supply only and the voltage marked on the heater’s rating label must correspond to the supply voltage.
3.0 SWAY 16'' INSET APPLIANCE DATA Sway Electric Inset 21kg Weight 577 x 480 x 238mm Dimensions 220–240V AC, 50Hz, 1500W Supply Voltage & Rating Power Fuse Rating 13 Amp Heating Elements 1500W Lighting Approvals UKCA, CE Item Symbol Value Unit Item Unit...
4.0 COMPONENT CHECKLIST When unpacking the product please note the loose components are in the top packaging compartments 5.0 SITE REQUIREMENTS It should be noted that the appliance creates warm convected air currents. These currents move heat from the room surroundings to, and up the wall surfaces adjacent to the heater. If the appliance is to be secure on a dry wall or a timber framed construction then the integrity and ability of the wall to secure the appliance must be confirmed.
6.0 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES The minimum distance to the front of the appliance is 900mm. There are no clearances for above or side of the appliance, apart from being clear of curtains and drapes for a flush wall installation. 7.0 UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE Read all the instructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance.
9.0 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW British Fires assumes absolutely no responsibility for injuries and damages that may occur due to improper installation or handling. Remove any protective film coatings from the finished/decorative surfaces of the appliance, if any. After having selected the final position of the appliance taking into account the integrity of the wall the electric appliance may be secured to the wall.
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Blocking off the flue When an LED inset is installed into an open chimney, that has been blocked off, British Fires recommends that a LED inset cavity box used in these types of installations. So the installer can guarantee that the flue has no adverse affect n the running of the appliance.
9.1 INSTALLATION – EXISTING OPENING Testing the flue is blocked off correctly MUST When the LED Inset is intended to be installed into an open chimney the flue blocked off. Once blocked off, carry out a test on the flue to confirm the flue has been adequately blocked off and there is now draw.
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- FULLY RECESSED When an LED Inset is installed into an open chimney, that has been blocked off, British Fires recommends that a cavity box is used in these types of installations. So the installer can guarantee that the flue has no adverse affect on the running of the appliance.
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9.1 INSTALLATION – EXISTING OPENING - FULLY RECESSED Neoprene installation Remove the spacer frames from the To use the double sided rear of the appliance following the neoprene strips, you will need steps shown in section 8.0 Preparing to cut the strip into three The Appliance.
INSTALLATION – FLAT WALL & SEMI RECESSED Remove the spacer frames from the rear of the appliance following the steps shown in section 8.0 Preparing The Appliance. 2a) For a flat wall installation Offer the rear spacer frame up to the wall to use as a template.
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INSTALLATION – FLAT WALL & SEMI RECESSED Plug the appliance into the wall socket and turn the switch ON. Then install the appliance into position. Once all four holes in the appliance line up with the four holes on the front of the spacer frame, screw into place with a cross headed screw driver.
WITH A CAVITY BOX When an LED Inset is installed into an open chimney, that has been blocked off, British Fires recommends that a cavity box is used in these types of installations. So the installer can guarantee that the flue has no adverse affect on the running of the appliance.
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WITH A CAVITY BOX I nsert the cavity box into place centre then, with a pencil, mark the 4x screw holes. Remove the cavity box then drill 4x 8 x50mm holes where the markings are. 50mm Please note: Before drilling into the wall, always check that there are no hidden wires, pipes, etc.
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WITH A CAVITY BOX Insulate the cavity box with rock wool, carefully cut to size then line the internal walls of the cavity box. Offer the appliance into position and secure into place using one of the chosen fixing methods. Screwing into position Sealing into position using the neoprene strips...
FITTING THE DECORATIVE FRAME AND FRONT The appliance may be supplied with a decorative frame in a variety of finishes. IMPORTANT: Due to the possibility of sharp edges, care should be taken when handing the frame components. The use of protective gloves is recommended. The appliance is supplied with a one piece decorative frame that is either attached to the front of the firebox with the magnets provided, or by using the key hole slots, hook all 4 points on the rear of the frame onto the key hole slots on the front of the fire, illustrated below.
10.0 PAIRING THE REMOTE CONTROL The ON/OFF switch is located on the front, bottom right hand side, underneath the appliance. Press the O/I button once to turn the fire on. The appliance will then automatically start with the LED flame-effect activated. Within 1 minute of turning the power on by the main ON/OFF switch (located on the front, bottom right hand side underneath the appliance), press and hold the...
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4) Fuel Bed 8) Lower temperature 1°C or F°Press Changes the colour of this button to lower the the fuel bed. L1, L2, L3, temperature by –1°, incrementally, L4, L5, L6, L1 (cycle adjustment) while the heating is turned on. 5) Sleep Timer 9) Raise Temperature 1°C or F°Press this button to raise the...
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11.0 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE Standby Button: Turns the appliance ON/OFF standby, the default settings are: heater set to 82°F/27°C, the main flame effect is F1, the Fuel bed is L1 (no temperature display). Changing Flame Effect: In the power-on state, press this button, the digital screen displays the flame position and the flame indicator is bright, and the main flame position can be adjusted.
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11.0 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE Fuel Bed Colour Options: Once powered, press the “Fuel Bed” button and the LCD screen on the remote will display the fuel bed icon. Now, the fuel bed colour can be adjusted. The different settings are: L1, L2, L3, L4;...
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11.0 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE Press on the remote control to set the hour, press the remote control to set the minutes. 3) Press “Setting” to enter the setting of the week timer. Press to enter the setting of the week timer. Press to select Sunday to Saturday, The date symbol will light up after the day is selected.
12.0 SAFETY CUT-OUT SYSTEM This appliance has a non-self-resetting overheat protection device (thermal cut-out) which will activate if the air inlets or outlets are obstructed. For safety reasons the fire will NOT switch on again automatically. The following procedure must be carried out before the fire can be operated again: Switch OFF the appliance at the wall socket or outlet.
14.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Please reach us at service@britishfires.com if you have issues with your appliance that can’t be resolved with our remedies below. My Sway Electric Inset... Remedy is not switching on Ensure mains switch is on. Replace the fuse in the plug. is not emitting any The fire is fitted with an energy saving thermostat.
15.0 SPARE PARTS 16.0 SERVICING There are no internal user serviceable parts. This appliances are supplied with a BS1363 3-pin plug fitted with a 13 Amp fuse. Should the fuse require replacing, it must be replaced with a fuse rated at 13 Amp and approved to BS1362. In the event of the mains plug being removed/replaced for any reason, please note : IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue...
We offer a standard one-year guarantee on every electric appliance. FREE 3-YEAR GUARANTEE WITH REGISTRATION At British Fires we pride ourselves on quality and performance, so much so that each of our appliances is eligible for a three-year guarantee when purchased from an authorised dealer.
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