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- Page 1 16” T T aper I I nset G G as F F ire INSTAL LATION AND USER INSTRUCTIONS All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping Revision A-01/03 Wickes Building Supplies Limited, 120-138 Station Road, Harrow, Middlesex HA1 2QB. Helpline: 01202 488 811...
- Page 2 INST T ALLAT T ION INST T RUCT T IONS P P relim m in n ary Notes B B efore In n stallation n This appliance is an Inset Decorative Fuel Effect appliance which provides radi- ant warmth utilising the latest type burner technology. The fire is designed to fit various types of fireplaces and natural draught flues as listed in the Installation Requirements.
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Page 3: Sec C Tion
USER INST T RUCT T IONS Sec c tion Contents s Pag g e No. Important Notes Firefront Clearances to Combustibles Ventilation Operating Instructions Replacing the batteries (remote control versions only) Flue Spillage Monitoring System Cleaning List of Spares IMPORTANT NOTES The installation of this fire MUST only be carried out by a competent person (such as a CORGI registered fitter) in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British Standards, Codes of Practice, the Building Regulations and the manufacturers’... -
Page 4: Clearances To Combustibles
FIREFRONT This fire is supplied with a particular style of firefront. Use of the firefront will ensure an adequate airflow under the firebed for the correct functioning of this appliance. Compliance with safety standards cannot be guaranteed if another style of front is used. CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given below. -
Page 5: Flue Spillage Monitoring System
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (remote control versions) The gas valve has two control knobs ; Turn the main burner control (shown on left hand side of control valve) knob fully anti-clockwise. Turn ignition knob (shown on right hand side of con- trol valve) slightly left towards the ignition position until reaching the stop, press down and hold for a few seconds until pilot gas is flowing. -
Page 6: List Of Spares
CLEANING (continued) FIREFRONT - Any dust accumulating in the firefront may be removed using a vacuum cleaner or dry cloth. Heavy stains may be removed by using a damp cloth and mild household detergent. Brass parts of the firefront may be cleaned using a suitable brass cleaner. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Sec c tion Contents s Pag g e No. Pag g e No. Sec c tion Contents s Important Notes Fuel Bed Layout (coal versions) Appliance Data Fuel Bed Layout (pebble versions) Installation Requirements Fuel Bed Layout (log versions) Site Requirements Fitting the decorative Front Ventilation 10.0... -
Page 8: Appliance Data
APPLIANCE DATA Manual Control Version Remote Control Version Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H Inlet Pressure 20 mbar 20 mbar Max Energy Input (gross) 6.8 kW 6.8 kW Min Energy Input (gross) 3.5 kW 3.5 kW Pilot Energy Input (gross) 210 W... -
Page 9: Site Requirements
SITE REQUIREMENTS The fireplace opening should be inspected and repairs made where necessary. Any chair brick may be left in place. The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between 400mm and 440mm wide, and 550mm to 575mm high. Opening DEPTH should be 220mm or greater. Opening DEPTHS include any plaster or infill panels which form part of the installation. -
Page 10: Ventilation
SITE REQUIREMENTS (continued) Any type of fire surround used with this appliance must be adequately sealed to the wall and floor. A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given below. -
Page 11: Component Checklist
COMPONENT CHECKLIST QUA A NTITY DESCRIPTION Burner tray assembly. Firefront with separate ashpan cover, one of several designs and finishes. Moulded ceramic fibre combustion matrix. Individual ceramic coals (coal effect option only) Individual ceramic pebbles (pebble effect option only) Moulded ceramic front coal strip (coal effect option only) Moulded ceramic front strip (pebble effect option only) Set of manufacturers instructions and warranty card. - Page 12 FUEL BED LAYOUT Coal Effect Option (continued) 2. Next, remove the front coal strip from its protective packaging and position as shown. The rear edge of the front coal strip should fit in front of the burner rail. Again, do not to place on top of the burn- er rails.
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Page 13: Fuel Bed Layout (Coal Versions)
FUEL BED LAYOUT Coal Effect Option (continued) 6. Finally, take the two remaining coals and place at the back of the fuel matrix, in the centre as shown. Adding these coals should complete the appearance of the fuel bed giving an even distribution of equally spaced coals. The fire is designed to operate correctly with the coals supplied when assembled according to the instructions. -
Page 14: Fuel Bed Layout (Pebble Versions)
FUEL BED LAYOUT Pebble Effect Option (continued) 4. Now take another two pebbles and place behind the second row of coals, next to each other in the centre of the fuel bed. The pebbles may be orientated as desired to achieve a realistic effect. Keep the spacing between the pebbles even and uniform. -
Page 15: Fitting The Decorative Front
FUEL BED LAYOUT Log Effect Option Continued 3. Take the two medium sized logs (numbered 15 and 8) position the log numbered 8 on the left hand side ensuring correct orientation. Place the log numbered 15 on the right hand side again ensuring correct ori- entaion. -
Page 16: Testing And Commissioning
TESTING AND COMMISSIONING 10.0 Turn on and test the gas supply up to the fire for any leaks, in accordance with current Approved Codes Of Practice (ACOPs). OPERATING THE FIRE (manual versions) 10.1 The pilot is visible through the left hand side of the front coal strip. Push in and turn the control knob to the SPARK position, and hold there for a few seconds. -
Page 17: Spark Failure
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES (Remote control versions only) 10.3 Handset - Remove cover from rear of handset and insert 1 x ‘PP3’ (9 volt) battery - Replace cover Appliance - Ensure appliance is off and cool. Remove cover from top of receiver box. The cover is protected by reflective foil, and located towards the right hand side, underneath the burner unit. -
Page 18: Servicing
TESTING FOR SPILLAGE 10.7 Close all doors and windows to the room containing the appliance. Let the fire run on HIGH for five minutes. Take a smoke match, light it, and using a smoke match tube, hold it at the top edge of the fire opening, 25mm down and 25mm in. -
Page 19: Cleaning The Coals
11.0 SERVICING (continued) 7. Check the area behind the firebox for rubble accumulation and remove. If debris is excessive, initiate remedial work on the flue. 8. Check the flue with smoke pellet for correct operation. 9. Re-fit the firebox using new seals where necessary. 10. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide
12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Fire s s parks s but pilot does s not lig g ht No gas to fire, check isolators are open. Pipework blockage, clean out. Air not fully purged, repurge supply or wait longer. Spark earthing to metal work, reset gap correctly. Blocked pilot, clean out internally. -
Page 21: User Instructions
USER INST T RUCT T IONS Sec c tion Contents s Pag g e No. Important Notes Firefront Clearances to Combustibles Ventilation Operating Instructions Replacing the batteries (remote control versions only) Flue Spillage Monitoring System Cleaning List of Spares IMPORTANT NOTES The installation of this fire MUST only be carried out by a competent person (such as a CORGI registered fitter) in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British Standards, Codes of Practice, the Building Regulations and the manufacturers’... - Page 22 FIREFRONT This fire is supplied with a particular style of firefront. Use of the firefront will ensure an adequate airflow under the firebed for the correct functioning of this appliance. Compliance with safety standards cannot be guaranteed if another style of front is used. CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given below.
- Page 23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (remote control versions) The gas valve has two control knobs ; Turn the main burner control (shown on left hand side of control valve) knob fully anti-clockwise. Turn ignition knob (shown on right hand side of con- trol valve) slightly left towards the ignition position until reaching the stop, press down and hold for a few seconds until pilot gas is flowing.
- Page 24 CLEANING (continued) FIREFRONT - Any dust accumulating in the firefront may be removed using a vacuum cleaner or dry cloth. Heavy stains may be removed by using a damp cloth and mild household detergent. Brass parts of the firefront may be cleaned using a suitable brass cleaner.
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