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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
Please keep me in a safe place for future use.
Model 762
Inset live fuel effect gas fire for assembly with;
Blakely fascia
We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be
installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is
required, our Valor Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.
Telephone 0844 879 35 88 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 01 842 8222.
©
GDC Group Ltd. 2013
5136065/06

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  • Page 1 We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is required, our Valor Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 0844 879 35 88 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).
  • Page 2 Grange Dive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF. Warning: Any person who does any unauthorised act in relation to a copyright work may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for damages. Valor, GDC Group Ltd., Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF. UK www.valor.co.uk...
  • Page 3 BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Valor is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council) that work to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation...

  • Page 4: Installer Guide

    INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 41 TO 58 © Page 4 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Page INSTALLER GUIDE 5 - 40 OWNER GUIDE 41 - 58 1. IMAGE 2. SAFETY 3. ACCESSORIES 4. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NOx 4.1 General information. 4.2 Efficiency. 4.3 NOx 5. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 5.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 5.2 Ventilation requirements.
  • Page 6 INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS (Continued) Section Page 13. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 13.1 Burner installation. 13.2 Supply pipe installation. 13.3 Burner checks. 13.3.1 Lighting the fire. 13.3.2 Adjusting flame height. 13.3.3 Adjusting to pilot only setting. 13.3.4 Turning off. 13.4 Check inlet pressure. 14.

  • Page 7: Image

    INSTALLER GUIDE 1. IMAGE Blakely fascia © Page 7 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...

  • Page 8: Safety

    INSTALLER GUIDE 2. SAFETY Installer Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling. The lifting weight of this appliance (kg) is as below: Model Heat Engine (Without ceramics) Fascia Fascia Blakely 22.14 6.62 (Fret)

  • Page 9: Accessories

    The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS 7977 - 1 and the result is as below : Model Efficiency % (Gross) 762 Blakely 75.6 762 Blakely when converted to LPG. 75.6 © Page 9 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...

  • Page 10: Efficiency

    INSTALLER GUIDE The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by Advantica Certification services (0087). The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government's Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.

  • Page 11: Ventilation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE In Scotland, the current edition of the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations issued by the Scottish Executive. In Northern Ireland, the current edition of the Building regulations (Northern Ireland) issued by the Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland. In the Republic of Ireland the installation must be carried out by a competent person and also conform to the relevant parts of: a) The current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations”...

  • Page 12: Chimney Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.6 Chimney preparation. 5.6.1 If the appliance is intended to be installed to a chimney that was previously used for solid fuel, the flue must be swept clean prior to installation. All flues should be inspected for soundness and freedom from blockages. 5.6.2 Any chimney damper or restrictor should be removed.

  • Page 13: The Hearth

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.8 The hearth. The appliance must be mounted behind a non-combustible hearth unless the conditions of section 4.10.2 are met (N.B. conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-combustible). The appliance can be fitted to a purpose made proprietary class “O”-150°C surround. The hearth material must be at least 12mm thick.
  • Page 14 INSTALLER GUIDE 5.9.2 Blakely Fascia - The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance fascia to a corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is shown in figure 3.

  • Page 15: Installation Options

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.10 Installation options. In the United Kingdom, as supplied, the appliance can be installed in the following situations: 5.10.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth.- To a fireplace opening and hearth as shown in figure 4 and complying with BS1251 after removal of the fireback and sufficient material behind the fireback for a debris catchment space.

  • Page 16: Flues

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.11 Flues. 1. Suitable flues and minimum flue sizes are as follows: - It should be noted that, as with many appliances, sharp bends or horizontal runs in metal flues at the top of the system can be a cause of problems in these types of installation.

  • Page 17: Unpacking

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. UNPACKING 1. The ceramic fuel effect is packed inside the convector box. The window panel is secured at the bottom with two clamps. To release the clamps, hold at the rear and pull down (See figure 6). Figure 6.

  • Page 18: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. PACK CONTENTS The items required for this appliance are packed in sections. The ceramic walls are fragile. They are packed inside the top fitment as you open the carton. Section 1 - Fire unit contains: Burner and convection box unit. Lengths of self adhesive foam seal.
  • Page 19 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 8. Pack contents (Items are not to scale) © Page 19 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...

  • Page 20: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE Ceramic wall set Fascia Fret Figure 8A. Blakely fascia - Pack contents continued (Items are not to scale) NOTE: The Blakely appliance is supplied with a flue restrictor, this should be fitted if the flue height is greater than 4.3m (14ft), with a good draught present. Generally we recommend the flue restrictor is not fitted to precast flues or metal flue box installations.

  • Page 21: Fireplace Flue Pull

    INSTALLER GUIDE By fixing to the fireplace front. Using concealed tension cables fixed to the rear of the fireplace opening together with secondary fixing to the fireplace floor. The methods are detailed in section 12 of this manual. Before selecting the retention method, consult with the customer.

  • Page 22: Setting The Handset And Receiver Relationship

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9.3 Setting the handset and receiver relationship. The receiver will have to be set to learn the handset / remote code. Do this as below: Place the ‘ON/OFF’ switch to the ‘-’ (On position). This is on the right hand front of the appliance.

  • Page 23: Convection Box Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE IMPORTANT Before continuing with the installation of this gas fire the aeration setting on the burner must be checked. The aeration is factory set and should not require adjustment. See section 19.1 (Servicing and parts replacement). 2. It is important that the grommet supplied in the loose parts pack is fitted to the hole in the rear of the convection box.

  • Page 24: Method 2 - Cable Retention And Floor Fixing

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. Mark the fireplace front surround through the seven fixing holes in the side flanges of the convection box (See figure 15). 4. Remove the convection box. Drill four holes in the fireplace front surround at the marked positions using a suitably sized masonry drill for the fibre / wooden plugs supplied.
  • Page 25 INSTALLER GUIDE Always screw the base into position before applying tension to the cables. This will ensure a tight seal between the top of the convection box and wall. 8. The convection box has two slots at each side of the flue outlet.

  • Page 26: Sealing Floor Front - All Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE cables in position. Apply tension to the cables by turning the hexagonal adjusters by hand (See figure 20). 13. Inspect the installation of the convection box against the fireplace surround. If the convection box is aligned squarely and the sealing is satisfactory, fully tighten the cable retainers.

  • Page 27: Burner And Supply Pipe Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 13.1 Burner installation. 1. Remove the ‘Aeration checking’ reminder label from the top of the burner. 2. Refit the burner unit to the convection box with the six screws removed previously. 13.2 Supply pipe installation. 1.

  • Page 28: Adjusting Flame Height

    INSTALLER GUIDE Simultaneously press and hold the ‘OFF’ and (large flame) buttons until a short acoustic signal confirms the start sequence has begun; release buttons. Continuing signals confirms the ignition is in progress. There will be a slight delay and several sparks should be seen between the electrode and pilot tip.

  • Page 29: Check Inlet Pressure

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13.4 Check inlet pressure. The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 4 of this guide. No adjustment is necessary. 1. Ensure that the fire is OFF then fit a pressure gauge at the test point. The test point is on the inlet ‘T’...

  • Page 30: Fitting The Port Cover

    INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 23. Ceramic side walls Figure 24. Ceramic support (Shown with plain side) 14.4 Fitting the port cover. The port cover supplied with the fire needs to be fitted to the inner top of the convection box. Locate the port cover, being careful not to scratch the ceramic side walls, and secure with three No.

  • Page 31: Full Operating Checks

    INSTALLER GUIDE 15. FULL OPERATING CHECKS 15.1 Check the burner operation. Repeat the checks conducted in section 12.3. Please note: When first turned on from cold, the flames will appear predominantly blue. When operating the fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which could set off smoke alarms in the vicinity.

  • Page 32: Flame Supervision And Spillage Monitoring System

    This monitoring system must not be adjusted, bypassed or put out of operation. This monitoring system or any of its parts must only be exchanged using Valor authorised parts. Figure 26. Smoke match tube position ©...

  • Page 33: Fascia Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 16. FASCIA INSTALLATION Blakely fascia - Refer to the two illustrations (See Fig 27) for guidance on the order in which the fascia components are assemblied. - Item A” Port Cover” should already be screw fixed in place as described in 14.4 (See Fig 25) inside the roof of the fire box.

  • Page 34: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17. FINAL REVIEW 1. COMPLETE THE INFORMATION IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of the OWNER guide). 2. Visually inspect the appliance. Clean off any marks incurred during installation. 3. Advise the customer how to operate the appliance. Point out that lighting instruction details are on the metal plate attached at the bottom of the appliance.

  • Page 35: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 18. SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT Always turn off the gas supply before commencing any servicing and allow the fire to cool completely (The appliance inlet ‘T’ connector incorporates an isolating valve). It is recommended that, at least once a year, the appliance is disconnected and the fireplace opening checked and cleared of any debris.

  • Page 36: Checking The Aeration Setting Of The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 18.1 Checking the aeration setting of the burner. 1. The aeration shutter is factory set. It is important to ensure that the aeration setting is correct (See figure 28). 2. If the setting is not as shown in figure 28 adjust the aeration setting.

  • Page 37: To Remove The Burner Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 18.5 To remove the burner unit. 1. Complete section 18.4. 2. Isolate the gas supply at the inlet isolating ‘T’ connector. 3. Support the inlet ‘T’ connector to avoid straining the pipework and disconnect the appliance from the inlet ‘T’ connector. 4.

  • Page 38: To Remove The Gas Valve

    INSTALLER GUIDE 18.7 To remove the gas valve. (See figure 32). 1. Remove the burner assembly (See section 18.6). 2. If turning the burner upside down, ensure that the work surface is suitably protected. This will avoid damage to the work surface. 3.

  • Page 39: To Remove The Receiver Box

    INSTALLER GUIDE 18.8 To remove the receiver box. 1. Slide the receiver box out of its support bracket. 2. Remove the electrode ‘SPARK’ lead. 3. Remove the wiring block from the side of the receiver box. 4. Unscrew and remove the yellow coded switch wire and red coded thermocouple wire.

  • Page 40: To Remove The Burner Injector

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. Support the elbow injector and unscrew the injector nut. 5. Lift the right hand side of the burner, slide it to the right and lift clear 6. Refit in reverse order. 18.11 To remove the burner injector. 1.

  • Page 41: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 55 TO 58 © Page 41 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...
  • Page 42 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY GAS CONSUMPTION APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. Operating the fire WITH the Remote Control Handset. Lighting the fire. Adjusting the flame height. Adjusting to the pilot only setting. To turn off.

  • Page 43: Safety

    OWNER GUIDE SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS DON’T SMOKE. EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES. DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF. TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER OR TANK AS APPROPRIATE. OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS. IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE FROM A NEIGHBOURS PHONE - SEE YOUR LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY.

  • Page 44: Gas Consumption

    OWNER GUIDE Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire. Soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have a raised pattern are easily affected by heat. They may, therefore, scorch or become discoloured when close to a heating appliance.

  • Page 45: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Description Blakely Model Height (mm) Width (mm) Depth into room (mm) Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm) ecommended clearance to non-combustible surfaces for access purposes (mm) Figure 2. Blakely appliance dimensions and clearances (Dimensions are subject to manufacturing tolerances) ©...

  • Page 46: Operating Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE OPERATING YOUR FIRE PLEASE NOTE When operating your fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which may cause a slight odour and could possibly set off any smoke alarms in the immediate vicinity. These vapours are quite normal with new appliances. They are totally harmless and will disappear after a few hours use.

  • Page 47: Adjusting To The Pilot Only Setting

    OWNER GUIDE signal is given, then release the button. Please note: The flames on the N.G. appliance will appear predominantly blue. The flames on the L.P.G. appliance will appear predominantly yellow. The appliance will operate to its maximum potential if the flue is primed during the first 20 –...
  • Page 48 OWNER GUIDE 2. The ‘main valve knob’ is the knob on the right hand side (See figure 4). Turn this knob to the ‘OFF’, fully clockwise position 3. The ‘manual knob’ is the knob on the left hand side (See figure 5). Turn this knob to the ‘OFF’, fully clockwise position.

  • Page 49: Cleaning Your Fire

    10. If the appliance will not operate, follow the instructions “To Turn Off” below and call the Valor Technical Helpline 0844 8711 554. To turn off. To turn the fire off press the ‘ON/OFF’ switch to the ‘O’ (Off position).
  • Page 50 OWNER GUIDE When lifting always keep your back straight. Bend your legs and not your back. Avoid twisting at the waist. It is better to reposition your feet. Avoid upper body/top heavy bending. Do not lean forward or sideways whilst handling the fascia.
  • Page 51 OWNER GUIDE 4. Keeping the lower part of the inner trim clear of the window locate the upper edge into the slots at the top of the window side trims (See figure 10). The inner trim has slots in its rear, ensure that these locate onto the window trim.

  • Page 52: Ceramic Fuel Effect Pieces And Burner Compartment Walls

    OWNER GUIDE This product uses fuel effect pieces, burner compartment walls and ceramic gravel containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to this material may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently, it is important to take care when handling these articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    OWNER GUIDE MAINTENANCE Battery replacement. Please note: In order to ensure maximum battery life and optimal performance, we recommend that only 'Long Life' alkaline type replacement batteries are used. The use of non-alkaline batteries will result in limited battery life'. Handset.

  • Page 54: Regular Maintenance

    OWNER GUIDE Regular maintenance. In order to achieve and maintain high levels of personal safety and performance efficiency, it is essential that the opening at the back of the fire and the flue are kept clear of any form of obstruction. It is possible that deposits of mortar or soot could fall and accumulate causing the flue to be blocked or restricted and so preventing proper clearance of dangerous exhaust fumes.

  • Page 55: Warranty And Service

    OWNER GUIDE WARRANTY AND SERVICE Standard Warranty Terms & Conditions The warranty is for 12 months subject to contract. In the United Kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a GDC service engineer or a GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer. Outside of the United Kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a CORGI or GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer.
  • Page 56 OWNER GUIDE When calling the GDC Helpline, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- Fire serial number and fascia code (Located on the information label - See figure 13 on page 57)*. Date of installation* Your installer name and address details* Fire make and model number* Proof of purchase (if you do not have the fire serial number)
  • Page 57 OWNER GUIDE The following pages are to be completed by the installer: Installer Details (Block Capitals) Installer Name Gas Safe Register Number. Company Name. Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number Figure 13. © Page 57 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...
  • Page 58 Fascia code - Can be found close to the information label (Block Capitals) A LABEL CONTAINING THE FASCIA CODE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX. FASCIA CODE LABEL TO BE AFFIXED HERE Brand Valor Other......Date of Installation GC Number ©...
  • Page 59 © Page 59 GDC Group Ltd. 2013...
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