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5136065/02 INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE Model 762 Inset live fuel effect gas fire Celeste Fitted with the fascia. (G.C. Number 32-032-73) We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily.
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BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Wonderfire Premier is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council) which works to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation...
INSTALLER GUIDE 1. 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 (Outer) Fascia (Inner) Celeste 20.24...
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.
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”...
INSTALLER GUIDE 4.6 Chimney preparation. 4.6.1 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. 4.6.2 Any chimney damper or restrictor should be removed.
INSTALLER GUIDE 4.8 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.
INSTALLER GUIDE 4.10 Installation options. In the United Kingdom, as supplied, the appliance can be installed in the following situations: 4.10.1 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.
INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 5. Fireplace area. 4.10.2. ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations It is recommended that a hearth should be installed as in section 4.8. If a hearth is not fitted, the fire must be installed so that the distance from the base of the fireplace opening in the wall to the finished floor level is at least 105mm.
INSTALLER GUIDE 2. The flue must conform to BS 5440: Part 1 in design and installation. The flue, measured from the bottom of the fireplace opening to the bottom of the terminal, shall be not less than 3m in actual vertical height. When calculated in accordance with BS 5440: Part 1 Annex A, the minimum equivalent height of the flue shall be 2.0m of 125mm dia.
INSTALLER GUIDE 6. 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.
INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 8. Pack contents continued (Items are not to scale) 7. FIREPLACE CHECK 7.1 Fireplace check. 7.1.1 Fireplace size. The fireplace must comply with the requirements described in section 4.10. This will probably entail removing the fireback and infill material behind the fireback. The debris catchment area shown in figure 5 must be kept clear of obstructions.
INSTALLER GUIDE If method 1 is chosen, make sure that the front surround area is sound enough to take the fibre plugs and wood screws. If necessary, make sound with suitable cement. If method 2 is chosen, make sure that the areas at the back and towards the centre of the fireplace floor are sound enough to take the eyebolts and screws.
INSTALLER GUIDE 8.3 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.
INSTALLER GUIDE 9. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION The fire is designed for a rear concealed connection only. A nut and olive are provided for an 8mm pipe inlet connection to the ‘T’ connector at the bottom front of the appliance. The ‘T’ connector can be rotated to allow connection and includes a valve for isolating the gas supply and a pressure test point.
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INSTALLER GUIDE 4. The appliance is supplied with two fireback spacers that must be fitted in all installations. These should extend backwards to ensure sufficient clearance from the back of the fireplace. Position the fireback spacer as shown in figure 13. Secure the fireback spacers using four No.8 x 3/8”...
INSTALLER GUIDE 11. CONVECTION BOX INSTALLATION 11.1 Method 1 - Front fixing to fireplace surround. 1. Make sure that the fireplace front surround area is sound enough to take the fibre plugs and wood screws. If necessary, make sound with suitable cement. 2.
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INSTALLER GUIDE 3. Insert a fibre plug into each hole. Use the fibre plugs supplied with this appliance - Never use plastic plugs instead of the fibre plugs supplied. Screw the eyebolts into the plugs. Make sure that the bolts are secure. 4.
INSTALLER GUIDE 10. Thread the cables through the eyebolts. Return the cables through the holes near the bottom of the convection box back panel (See figure 19). 11. Fit a cable retainer over the bottom end of each cable. 12. Pull each cable taut. Push the cable retainers hard up against the back panel.
INSTALLER GUIDE 12. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 12.1 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. 12.2 Supply pipe installation. 1.
INSTALLER GUIDE 12.3.2 Adjusting flame height. When the burner is operating press the (large flame) button to increase the flame height and press the (small flame) to decrease the flame height. For fine adjustment press the button for approximately two seconds until an acoustic signal is given, then release the button.
INSTALLER GUIDE 13. FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT Before continuing ensure that the burner is OFF. Wait a few minutes for the convection box and burner to cool completely. To prevent unexpected burner operation, it is advisable to either remove the batteries from the remote control handset or place the handset away from the work area and out of reach of children.
INSTALLER GUIDE 13.4 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. 8 x 3/8” screws supplied (See figure 26). Figure 26.
INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 28. 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.
INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 29. Smoke match tube position 6. If the above test is satisfactory open all internal connecting doors, hatches, etc. in the room. Keep all doors and windows that open to the outside of the building closed. Recheck for spillage as above. If an extractor fan is installed in the same room as the appliance or a connecting room, check that spillage does not occur with the fan operating and all doors and other openings between the fan and the appliance open.
INSTALLER GUIDE 16. FASCIA INSTALLATION 1. Place the top rear of the fascia against the fireplace front surface so that the two retaining plates at the back of the fascia are directly above the two retaining brackets on the convection box. Keeping the lower part of the fascia clear of the fire body, lower the fascia making sure that the rear retaining plates locate fully into the retaining brackets on the convection box (See figure 30).
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.
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.
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 32). 2. If the setting is not as shown in figure 32 adjust the aeration setting.
INSTALLER GUIDE 18.5 To remove the ceramic side walls. 1. Complete section 18.4. 2. Support the upper port cover, then unscrew and remove the three securing screws (See figure 26). Gently remove the port cover ensuring that the side ceramic side walls are not scratched.
INSTALLER GUIDE 8. Refit in the reverse order. Note: 1. The pilot unit is an atmosphere sensing device. It must be replaced as a whole assembly. Its individual components are not separately replaceable. 18.8 To remove the gas valve. (See figure 36). 1.
INSTALLER GUIDE 18.9 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.
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. 18.12 To remove the burner injector. 1.
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OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY GAS CONSUMPTION STONE FASCIA INFORMATION 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.
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.
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.
OWNER GUIDE Your fascia has been treated with a sealer to help protect and maintain the surface. However, it should be protected from staining, especially from strongly coloured liquids such as red wine and fruit juices. In the event of an accident, soak up any spillages immediately.
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 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 – 30 minutes of operation. To do this, simply set the control knob to its ‘HIGH’...
OWNER GUIDE Operating the fire WITHOUT the Remote Control Handset. Lighting the burner in the event of battery failure. 1. To gain access to the gas valve it will be necessary to remove the fascia. The bottom of the fascia is held in place with magnets. Hold the lower outside edges of the fascia and gently pull forward.
OWNER GUIDE operator. If pilot does not stay lit, repeat steps 2 through 7. NOTE If the pilot does not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas control knob (main valve knob) to ‘OFF’ and proceed to step 10. 8.
OWNER GUIDE Removing and cleaning the window assembly. Removal of the window assembly is only necessary if you wish to clean the rear of the window or access the ceramic components. The window assembly can be cleaned with a mild detergent and water. Glass cleaner can also be used. Any stains on the glass can be removed with a non-abrasive cleaner such as a ceramic hob cleaner.
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OWNER GUIDE the two retaining plates at the back of the fascia are directly above the two retaining brackets on the convection box. Keeping the lower part of the fascia clear of the fire body, lower the fascia making sure that the rear retaining plates locate fully into the retaining brackets on the convection box (See figure 9).
OWNER GUIDE Ceramic fuel effect pieces and burner compartment walls. To gain access to the ceramic components the window assembly must be removed as in the previous section. This product uses fuel effect pieces, burner compartment walls and ceramic gravel containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres.
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. Handset. The remote control handset is battery powered. To replace the battery, remove the rear compartment cover from the remote control handset.
OWNER GUIDE Replacement ceramics. If you wish to replace any of the ceramic fuel effect pieces, spare parts are available nationwide via the ‘interpart stockist network’. For your local stockist consult Yellow pages under Central Heating. WARRANTY AND SERVICE Standard Warranty Terms & Conditions. The warranty is for 12 months subject to contract.
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OWNER GUIDE When calling heateam, 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 59)*. 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) *Note: Details 1 –...
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