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BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Valor is a member of the Society of British Gas Industries which works to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation Valor is a CORGI registered company.
OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS GAS CONSUMPTION OPERATING YOUR FIRE Lighting the pilot Lighting the Main Burner Lighting with a taper Selecting the Heat Setting CLEANING Burner Ceramic fuel effect and Rear Wall Metal Parts FUEL BED REFITTING MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance...
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 OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE – SEE YOUR LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY Do have the fire installed by a competent person.
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OWNER GUIDE Do always use a fireguard complying with BS 8423 for the protection of young children, the elderly or infirm. Do wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is switched off or the flames are extinguished for any reason.(Your fire is fitted with a safety device that will automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire, if for any reason , the flame goes out) Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire.
OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Figure 1. Appliance dimensions GAS CONSUMPTION Model 717 Has a maximum natural gas input of 6.0kW (Gross) Has a maximum natural gas output of 3.5kW Has a minimum natural gas input of 2.3kW (Gross) Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.15kW Model 717 when converted using kit number 0595221 Has a maximum propane gas input of 6.1kW (Gross) Has a maximum propane gas output of 3.6kW...
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.
OWNER GUIDE Lighting the Main Burner Once the pilot light is established, the main burner can be lit by depressing and turning the control knob anticlockwise to the “High” position. Selecting the Heat Setting In order to change from one setting to another depress the control knob slightly and turn the knob to the required position.
OWNER GUIDE CLEANING To maintain the high performance and quality finish of your Valor appliance, please follow these guidelines: Before attempting to clean the fire, please remember to turn off the fire and wait for the appliance to cool. The fire will retain heat for some time before cleaning can begin.
OWNER GUIDE FUEL BED REFITTING 1. Place the rear base coal in the firebox. It should rest on the ledges at the rear sides of the burner unit. When located gently move the rear base coal so that it is as far forward as possible.
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OWNER GUIDE There are two types of loose coals. These are identified with the letter “A” or “B” on the underside of the coal. There are three “A” coals and two “B” coals. 3. Place a type “A” coal between Figure 6.
In the United Kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a Valor service engineer or a CORGI registered installer. If you require your fire to be serviced, please contact Valor Service on 08706 090 081 and quote the following details;...
0582839 When fitting replacement parts, follow the instructions contained in this guide. It is important that only Valor approved parts are used for maximum safety. In the United Kingdom, for general advice about gas and your gas fire call our Technical Helpline 08706 061 065.