630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY Acquisitions XFIRES is a Registered Trade Mark Components of this product are protected under GB Patent no: GB2429186 Similar applications are pending in Europe, USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand. Important: The appliance shall be installed in accordance with; •...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion Note: THERE ARE A FEW THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE INSTALLATION • Cavity Dimensions and Clearances • MUST be installed 100mm minimum off the floor or nearest horizontal surface. • Coupling of flue to fire • Coupling of gas lines to fire •...
630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion Contents: Product Description Creating the Cavity Hearth and Floor Clearances Wall Linings Vertical Clearances Corner Installations Laying Gas Pipe Connecting Gas Pipe Power Supply Fixing Fire to Wall 10.0 Removing the Firebox Glass 11.0 Installing the Flue system 12.0 Fitting the Flue Restrictor 13.0...
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Product Description: The XFIRE 1200 decorative gas fire is designed to be built into a cavity. The appliance is flued via Simpson Duravent Direct Vent Pro 5” x 8” Flue, available only from SpecFlue. Users may control their fire with the Radio Frequency (RF) remote. The glass on the front of the appliance is considered a working surface, and as such, care should be taken not to touch this while the appliance is running as it will get hot.
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The dimensioned drawing below shows the size of opening that must be created to fit the XFIRE 1200. The wall directly above the fire should be finished / clad / lined after the fire has been installed, unless there is an access hatch or the chase is open to the ceiling cavity, which allows the flue to be installed after the wall has been lined.
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Combustible Mantle Clearances: The diagram to the right shows the minimum and maximum allowable size for mantles or protruding surfaces mounted above the XFIRE 1200. Note: Acquisitions does not recommend placement items on the mantles shown in the diagram to the right.
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Gas pipe should be sized as per the requirements of BS 6896. 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 on Natural Gas (G20). XFIRE 1200 = 4.8kW XFIRE 1200 = 0.45 m...
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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 XFIRE 1200, will void the limited appliance warranty and could result in an unsafe installation.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 10.0 Fixing the Fire to the base and wall: It is a requirement that this fire be securely fastened to the wall and base. Once the fire has been pushed back into the correct position, use wood screws (or other suitable fasteners) to fix the fire to the cavity through each of the four holes in the corners, as shown in the diagram to the right.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.0 Installing the Flue System: Ensure all flue components are Simpson Duravent Direct Vent Pro 5” x 8,” no other flue types may be used. This flue is available on 24 hour delivery only from SpecFlue UK FreeFone 0800 9020220 International +44 1787 880333 Note: Consult section 12.13 of this installation manual to ensure correct length of flue is calculated.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.5 Vertical Only Flue Diagram: Use this diagram to determine what percentage of flue restriction is required to ensure safe and correct operation of the XFIRE1200 balanced flue decorative gas fireplace. ...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.6 Horizontally Terminating Flue Diagram: Use this diagram to determine what percentage of flue restriction is required to ensure safe and correct operation of the XFIRE1200 balanced flue decorative gas fireplace. ...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.7 Vertically Terminating flue with a Horizontal Offset: Use this diagram to determine what percentage of flue restriction is required to ensure safe and correct operation of the XFIRE1200 balanced flue decorative gas fireplace. ...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.8 Standard Flueing Configurations: The following flue components are available from your SpecFlue, UK FreeFone 0800 9020220, International +44 1787 880333 in kitset form. DVF‐H DVF‐V...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.9 Locating the Flue Terminal: The flue terminal must be located using the information given in the following excerpts from BS 5440-1.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion Figure C.2 Minimum dimensions of room-sealed chimney outlet positions (refer to Figure C.8) Symbol Location Minimum dimensions (kW input expressed in net) Natural Fanned Draught Draught Directly below an opening, air brick, opening windows, (0-7 kW) 300 mm 300 mm (>7-14 kW) 600 mm...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.11 Sealing ‘through roof’ and ‘through wall’ penetrations: For ‘through roof’ penetrations, use a Master Flash flashing or equivalent to create a weather-tight seal between the flue and the roof cladding. For ‘through wall’ penetrations, this will require the use of a Wall Thimble. The Wall Thimble will ensure you have suitable clearance from combustibles as well as sealing the penetration.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 12.13 Points to note when planning the Installation of the Escea DV flue: This flue system cannot be cut to length. Correct lengths must be selected for each installation. For a full list of available flue lengths, contact your Escea retailer. The listed length of the flue pipe is not the installed length.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 13.0 Fitting the Flue Restrictor: If your flueing configuration requires that you fit a flue restrictor (see graphs in section 12.5, 12.6 & 12.7 of this manual to find out if your configuration requires a flue restrictor), follow the instructions below.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 14.0 Converting to G31 Propane Gas: Where a conversion to propane gas is needed, the following steps should be followed First you need to remove the burner by 14.1 removing the screw holding it in place on the left hand side of the firebox (Fig.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion Finally, put the sticker supplied in the conversion kit in onto the dataplate of the ST900 in the position shown. The sticker must be signed and dated by the installer who has converted the fire.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 15.0 Placing the Fuel Bed Media: Your XFIRE 1200 Gas fire will be supplied with a Fuel Bed kit. Follow the instructions below for the Fuel Bed kit that applies to you. 15.1 Driftwood Fuel Bed: First scatter one layer of the supplied white stones evenly across the base of the firebox, ensuring there are no stones or driftwood pieces inside the pilot flame surround guard.
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Replace operating pressure test point screw and leak test inlet and operating pressure test points and inlet gas connection unions. A = Inlet gas connection B = Inlet pressure test point C = Gas Conversion Cap D = Operating Pressure test point XFIRE 1200 Technical Data Gas Type Propane (G31) Natural (G20) Inlet Pressure 37 mbar 20 mbar ...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 17.0 Covering up the fire: Before the wall surrounding the ST900 is lined, the fire must be covered up and sealed to prevent plaster board and plaster dust from getting into the fire. It is recommended that the packaging supplied with the fire is used to achieve this.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion The stone frame uses these four hooks for attaching to the fire. Do this by lining up the facia hooks with the receptacles on the sides of the fire. Lift the facia so that the hooks are above the receptacles, and let it drop down into position until it is secure and free from movement.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 18.3 Cleaning: Before carrying out any of the following operations, ensure the the appliance is OFF and completely cold. Remove as described in section 11. This can be cleaned inside and out Glass Panel: with proprietary window-glass cleaner, or proprietary ceramic hob cleaner if badly stained. Test on a small area first.
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Switching on the XFIRE 1200: Note: If this is the first time running the XFIRE 1200 the air will need to be purged from the gas lines. To do this, follow the instructions below to switch the fire on and then switch it off.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 19.4 Switching off the XFIRE 1200: To turn off the fire, push the OFF button, to shut down the gas flow to the fire and switch it off. The OFF display will now appear in the display. 19.5...
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63014 40_1 XFIRE_1 1200_GB_Ma anual_R‐emo otion > Prog gram mode By defa ault the pro ogram mod de is not e nabled. To o enable pr rogram mo ode, enter configurati mode b by pressing g and hold ding the OF FF button f for 40 seco onds, selec...
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20 seconds. Once the start up process is complete, the pilot flame is lit. The XFIRE 1200 is now in the ‘Manual’ mode and ready to be used.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 19.9 Pairing the Remote to the Control Unit: Install batteries to the battery pack and after a while the valve motor will start moving (if not wait one minute from the time of installing batteries). Once the valve has finished moving, press the OFF button on the remote control for 40 seconds.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 19.10 Initial configuration: To enter the configuration menu, press the OFF button on the remote control for 40 seconds. During this time the screen may go blank, this is normal. After 40 seconds, the configuration menu appears. It is possible to configure the appliance with the following options: •...
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 20.0 Sounds and Smells: Note: Each time the fire is lit from cold, the glass may mist with condensation. This is normal and the condensation will disappear within a few minutes once the glass heats up. 20.1 Sounds: It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance.
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630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion 21.0 Annual Service Check: The Fireplace should be serviced annually to ensure it continues to operate in a safe manner. This annual service check should involve the following • Replace thermocouple • Check glass assembly gasket • Clean pilot and main burner jets •...
630140_1 XFIRE_1200_GB_Manual_R‐emotion WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS: 24.0 This warranty does not affect your statutory rights. Provided that the Product is installed as stated in the Installation Manual and the step by step warranty procedure has been followed in accordance with Acquisitions written procedures, and the product has been operated and maintained in accordance with these operating and maintenance instructions, then for the first period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase the cost of repairing or replacing any part of the Product that is deemed at fault will be the responsibility of the retailer or Acquisitions Fireplaces Limited. For the second period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase replacement parts will be supplied free of charge except for the cost of carriage. Parts and Labour for the first twelve (12) months: a) Acquisitions, at its sole discretion, may modify, adjust, repair, or replace the faulty products. The warranty period on parts and labour shall be for twelve (12) months from the date of purchase. b) Stone facias are made from natural materials which will include natural features such as vents, pinholes, minor fissures and fossils or other markings. These are not regarded as faults and may not be claimed as such under warranty. Parts Only for the second twelve (12) months: a) Acquisitions, at its sole discretion, will provide replacement parts to the Distributor, retailer or repair service. Faulty parts MUST be returned. The parts only warranty period shall be for twelve (12) months and will commence twelve (12) months after the acceptance date of the Products by the retailer. General Terms and Exclusions: 1. All repairs made within the Limited Warranty period shall be covered by this Limited Warranty for a period of three (3) months from the date of completion of the repair, or for the remainder of the overall Limited Warranty period, whichever is the longer. 2. If the buyer or any other party modifies any part of the Product within the Limited Warranty period without the prior written consent of Acquisitions then the Limited Warranty shall be void. Acquisitions may, at its sole discretion, decide that the Limited Warranty is void in relation to any part of the product, which has been modified. Acquisitions must be notified of all claims under this Limited Warranty as soon as possible, but in any event not later than two (2) weeks of the claimant becoming aware of the circumstance giving rise to the claims. No Acquisitions Distributor, retailer, employee or other third party is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this Limited Warranty, whether verbal or written. Acquisitions reserves the right to discontinue products or make substitutions, in such event, the buyer may receive a substitute product or a cash refund at Acquisition’s sole discretion, if a replacement for the product covered by this ...