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INSTALLATION AND OWNER GUIDE
Model 761
Inset live fuel effect gas fire
Incorporating the Valor Fires
Fitted with one of the following fascia
Homeflame Dream
Homeflame Harmony
(G.C. Number 32-264-05)
We trust that this guide gives
sufficient details to enable this
appliance to be installed and
maintained satisfactorily. However, if
further information is required, our
Valor Fires Technical Helpline will
be pleased to help.
Telephone 0844 8711 565 (National
call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland
Telephone 0044 844 8711 565.
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner
©
Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008.
CONTROL
or
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5117209/03

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  • Page 1 However, if further information is required, our Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 0844 8711 565 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).
  • Page 2 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 Fires, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP www.firesandstoves.co.uk Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given in this publication ©...
  • Page 3 Careful Installation Valor Fires is a CORGI registered company. All our gas fires must be installed by a competent CORGI Registered Installer in accordance with our Installer Guide and should not be fitted directly on to a carpet or floor of combustible material.
  • Page 4 INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 43 TO 55 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 4...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 42 OWNER GUIDE 43 - 55 1. SAFETY 2. ACCESSORIES 3. APPLIANCE DATA 4. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 5. PACK CONTENTS 6. FIREPLACE CHECK 7. IGNITION CHECK 8. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION 9.

  • Page 6: Installer Guide

    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 is as below: - Model Heat Engine (kg) Firefront (kg) Combined Weight (kg) Homeflame Dream 8.64 13.35...

  • Page 7: Appliance Data

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. APPLIANCE DATA Under no circumstances is this fire to be converted to LPG. An LPG conversion kit does not exist for this gas fire. Natural (G20) Inlet Pressure 20mbar Input - Max. (Gross) 5.00kW (17,060 Btu/h) Input - Min. (Gross) 2.3kW (7,848 Btu/h) Inlet Test Pressure (Cold) 20.0 ±...

  • Page 8: General Installation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE This product uses fuel effect pieces and burner compartment walls containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to these materials 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 9 INSTALLER GUIDE BS 8303 Parts 1,2 & 3 In England and Wales, the current edition of the Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment and the Welsh Office. In Scotland, the current edition of the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations issued by the Scottish Executive.
  • Page 10 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.2.1.1 ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations It is recommended that a hearth should be installed as in section 4.9. Homeflame Dream firefront If a reduced depth hearth is 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 100 mm.
  • Page 11 INSTALLER GUIDE heat transfer may cause cracking on directly plastered flues. However, generally this appliance is suitable for installations under all circumstances unless there is a history of cracking problems. Remember that faults such as cracking may be caused by poorly built and restrictive flues, e.g.
  • Page 12 INSTALLER GUIDE accordance with BS 5440: Part 1 Annex A, the minimum equivalent height of the flue shall be 2.0m of 125mm dia. flue pipe. 4.5 The flue must not be used for any other appliance or application. 4.6 Any chimney damper or restrictor should be removed. If removal is not possible, they must be secured in the open position.
  • Page 13 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.14 Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5871 Part 2 and in IE reference should be made to the current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations”...
  • Page 14 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.17 The appliance is fitted with an A.S.D (Atmosphere sensing device). If the appliance closes down after a period of operation for no apparent reason, the consumer should be informed to stop using the appliance until the installation and appliance have been thoroughly checked.
  • Page 15 INSTALLER GUIDE Model Description Homeflame Homeflame Dream Harmony Height (mm) Width (mm) Depth into room (mm) Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm). Recommended clearance to non- combustible surfaces for access purposes (mm). Figure 5. Appliance dimensions and clearances (The fascia may differ from that shown and dimensions are subject to manufacturing tolerances) ©...

  • Page 16: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. PACK CONTENTS The items required for this appliance are packed in sections. Section 1 - Fire unit contains: Burner and convection box unit. Burner tray trim (Homeflame Dream only). Outlet baffle for the convected air outlet (Homeflame Dream only). Tapping Screws for outlet baffle (Homeflame Dream only).
  • Page 17 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 6. Pack contents (Items are not to scale) © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 17...

  • Page 18: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. FIREPLACE CHECK 6.1 Fireplace check. 6.1.1 Fireplace size. The fireplace must comply with the requirements described in section 4.2. This will probably entail removing the fireback and infill material behind the fireback. The debris catchment area shown in figure 7 must be kept clear of obstructions.

  • Page 19: Ignition Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE have deteriorated due to prolonged use, they should be made sound with suitable cement. 6.1.4 Installations using a metal flue box The top, sides and rear surface of the metal flue box must be covered with a 50mm layer of mineral wool or equivalent insulation (See figure 2).

  • Page 20: Gas Supply Connection

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION 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 a connection from any direction and includes a valve for isolating the gas supply and a pressure test point.
  • Page 21 INSTALLER GUIDE 3. Lift the glass panel clear of its lower support channels (See figure 11). Lower and remove the glass panel. Place the glass panel in a safe place away from the work area. 4. Detach the burner unit from the convection box by removing two screws (See figure 12).
  • Page 22 INSTALLER GUIDE 8. 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 14. Secure the fireback spacers using the four tapping screws supplied with the fire.
  • Page 23 INSTALLER GUIDE 10. There is a length of self adhesive foam seal supplied with the fire. This will need to be fitted to the outer rear edges of the side and top flanges of the convector box. Cut a 485mm length of foam seal.

  • Page 24: Convection Box Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10. CONVECTION BOX INSTALLATION 10.1 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 woodscrews. If necessary, make sound with suitable cement.
  • Page 25 INSTALLER GUIDE into the plugs. Make sure that the bolts are secure. 4. Place the convection box unit close to the fireplace but allow sufficient access into the fireplace opening so that the cables can be threaded through the eyebolts and returned through the back of the convection box.

  • Page 26: Sealing Floor Front - All Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. Pull each cable taut. Push the cable retainers hard up against the back panel. The end of the cable adjuster will pass into the hole. Tighten the screws in the retainers so that they clamp the cables in position. Apply tension to the cables by turning the hexagonal adjusters by hand (See figure 22).

  • Page 27: Burner And Supply Pipe Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. BURNER AND SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 11.1 Burner and supply pipe 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 two screws removed previously. 3.

  • Page 28: Inlet Pressure Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11.3 Inlet pressure check. The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 3 of this manual. No adjustment is necessary. 1. Check the inlet pressure by fitting a pressure gauge at the test point.

  • Page 29: Fitting The Glass Panel

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13. FITTING THE GLASS PANEL Note: When fitting the glass panel care must be taken to ensure that the bottom of the glass is lifted high enough to clear the front ceramics and prevent damage to them. Care must also be taken to centralise the glass panel.

  • Page 30: Full Operating Checks

    INSTALLER GUIDE 14. FULL OPERATING CHECKS 14.1 Checking the control settings. Please note: When first turned on from cold, the flames will appear predominantly blue. It is normal for condensation to form on the rear of the glass panel. The condensation will disappear after a few minutes use.

  • Page 31: Flame Supervision And Spillage Monitoring System

    INSTALLER GUIDE If the smoke is not drawn into the appliance leave the appliance alight at the maximum setting for a further ten minutes and then repeat the test. If the smoke is still not drawn into the appliance inspect the sealing to the fireplace surround.

  • Page 32: Outlet Baffle And Fascia Fitting

    INSTALLER GUIDE 15. OUTLET BAFFLE AND FASCIA FITTING Homeflame Dream model. 15.1 Fitting the outlet baffle. Locate the outlet baffle and secure in place using two tapping screws supplied (See figure 29). 15.2 Fitting the fascia. 1. Supplied with the fire is a self adhesive control position label.

  • Page 33: Homeflame Harmony Model

    INSTALLER GUIDE centrally on top of the hearth in front of the fascia. Place the bottom front cover casting / ash pan in position. Homeflame Harmony model. 15.4. Fitting the fascia. 1. Place the top 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 convector box.

  • Page 34: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 16. 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 17. SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT Always turn off the gas supply before commencing any servicing and allow 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: To Remove The Ignition Microswitch

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.2 To remove the ignition microswitch. See figure 35. The ignition microswitch is stamped V4NT9C4YC 1. Remove the bottom front cover and the fire front casting. 2. Disconnect the leads from the ignition microswitch (The lower of the two microswitches - See figure 35).

  • Page 37: To Replace The Control Slide Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE upper retaining brackets. See section 15 of this guide for detailed fitting instructions. Homeflame Harmony model. 1. Carefully lift the fascia upward and forward. 2. Place the fascia in a safe place away from the gas fire. 3. To fit the fascia, place the top 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 convector box.

  • Page 38: To Remove The Glass Panel

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.7 To remove the glass panel. Note: When removing and fitting the glass panel care must be taken to ensure that the bottom of the glass is lifted high enough to clear the front ceramics and prevent damage to them. Care must also be taken to centralise the glass panel. This will prevent contact with the window channel fixings which can cause minute chips on the edge of the glass panel.

  • Page 39: To Remove The Electronic Ignition Generator

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.10 To remove the electronic ignition generator. 1. Remove the bottom front cover, fire front castings, the fascia, glass panel and fuel effect as in section 17.7. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Remove the spark lead. 4. Unscrew the four support bracket screws (See figure 42).

  • Page 40: To Remove The Thermocouple Interrupter Block

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.12 To remove the thermocouple interrupter block. (See figure 36). 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 17.11). 2. Detach the thermocouple from the interrupter block by unscrewing the thermocouple nut. 3. Detach the two microswitch leads from the interrupter block. 4.

  • Page 41: To Remove The Gas Flow Rate Controller

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. Loosen the hexagonal locknut securing the elbow to the tap. Remove the elbow by rotating it. 8. If fitting a new tap, remove the hexagonal nut at the mounting bracket end of the old tap and fit to the replacement tap. Refit in the reverse order.

  • Page 42: To Replace The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.16 To replace the burner. (See figure 47). 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 17.11). 2. Support the elbow injector and unscrew the injector nut. 3. Remove the two screws from the burner clamping plate (See figure 47). 4.

  • Page 43: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 52 TO 55 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 43...
  • Page 44 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS GAS CONSUMPTION OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. To light the fire. To turn the fire off. Lighting with a taper. CLEANING YOUR FIRE MAINTENANCE Battery replacement.

  • Page 45: 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. 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 46 OWNER GUIDE Do provide a suitable guard that complies with BS 8423 for the protection of young children, the elderly and the infirm. Such a guard is also recommended for the protection of pet animals. (Although this fire conforms to all the applicable standards, it is a heating appliance and certain parts of its surface will become hot).

  • Page 47: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Model Description Homeflame Homeflame Dream Harmony Height (mm) Width (mm) Depth into room (mm) Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm). Recommended clearance to non- combustible surfaces for access purposes (mm).

  • Page 48: Gas Consumption

    OWNER GUIDE GAS CONSUMPTION Model 761 Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.0kW (Gross) Has a maximum natural gas output of 4.0kW Has a minimum natural gas input of 2.3kW (Gross) Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.75kW...

  • Page 49: To Turn The Fire Off

    OWNER GUIDE the ‘Maintenance’ section of this guide. Until you can obtain a replacement battery the fire can be lit with a taper as described later in this guide. 2. Keep the button at the ignition position for a further ten seconds. This will prevent the flame-sensing device from shutting off the gas while its probe warms up as explained above.

  • Page 50: Lighting With A Taper

    OWNER GUIDE Lighting with a taper. Important: When lighting with a match or taper be very careful not to place naked flames by the plastic / rubber coated leads. Homeflame Dream model. In the unlikely event of failure of the ignition spark, the pilot can be lit by a taper or long spill.

  • Page 51: Cleaning Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE CLEANING YOUR FIRE To maintain the high performance and quality finish of your fire 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.

  • Page 52: 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 53 OWNER GUIDE What you need to do if you experience a problem with the operation of the fire: You should always contact your installer first, because the cause of the fault may not be related to the fire. If your installer confirms that the fault is with the fire and they can’t repair it, our friendly customer service team is on hand to help.
  • Page 54 OWNER GUIDE Installer Details (Block Capitals) Installer Name Corgi Registration Number. Company Name. Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 54...

  • Page 55: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE Model Serial number (Can be found on the information label - See figure 6) A LABEL CONTAINING THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX. Fascia name (Block Capitals) 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.
  • Page 56 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008.

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