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Valor Heartbeat Oxysafe 2 339 Installer And Owner Manual

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600B687/15
INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
Model 339
Heartbeat Oxysafe 2
LIVE FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE
(GC No. 32-032-29)
We trust that this guide gives
sufficient details to enable this
appliance to be installed, operated
and maintained satisfactorily.
However, if further information is
required, our
Valor Fires Technical Helpline will
be pleased to help.
Telephone 0844 879 35 88 (National
call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland
Telephone 01 842 8222.
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner
©
GDC Group Ltd. 2012

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  • Page 1 However, if further information is required, our Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 0844 879 35 88 (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, GDC Group Ltd., Millbrook House, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2DF www.valor.co.uk Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given in this publication.
  • Page 3 BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Valor Fires is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council) that work to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation...

  • Page 4: Installer Guide

    INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 31 TO 43 © GDC Group Ltd. 2012 Page 4...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 30 OWNER GUIDE 31 - 43 1 IMAGE 2 SAFETY 3 LIST OF ACCESSORIES 4 APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 4.1 Appliance data. 4.2 Efficiency. 5 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 5.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 5.2 Ventilation.

  • Page 6: Installer Guide

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS (Continued) Section Heading Page 8 CONTROL AND PRESSURE CHECKS 8.1 Check control settings. 8.2 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. 8.3 Check burner pressure. 9. SPILLAGE CHECK 10 FITTING THE FASCIA 11 FINAL REVIEW 12 SERVICING AND PARTS REPLACEMENT 12.1 Cleaning the window and fuel effect (without removing the fascia).

  • Page 7: Safety

    INSTALLER GUIDE 2. SAFETY Installer Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling: The approximate lifting weight of this appliance is 15.5 kg. One person should be sufficient to lift the fire. If for any reason this weight is considered too heavy then obtain assistance.

  • Page 8: Appliance Data And Efficiency

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 4.1 Appliance data. Natural (G20) Inlet Pressure 20mbar Gross Heat Input Control Setting 4 5.05kW (17,200Btu/h) Control Setting 3 3.45kW (11,800Btu/h) Control Setting 2 1.80kW (6,100Btu/h) Control Setting 1/IGN 1.55kW (5,300Btu/h) Burner Test Pressure (Cold) 17.2 + 0.75mbar (6.9 + 0.3in w.g.) Gas Connection 8mm pipe...

  • Page 9: General Installation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE The conversion of net efficiency to gross was achieved by multiplying the net efficiency by the following conversion factor from Table E3 of SAP 2005, rounding down to the nearest whole number. Conversion factor from net to gross efficiency Natural Gas 0.901 5.

  • Page 10: Ventilation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 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. In Northern Ireland, the current edition of the Building regulations (Northern Ireland) issued by the Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland.

  • Page 11: Chimney Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.5 Chimney preparation. 5.5.1 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. 5.5.2 Any chimney dampers or restrictors should be removed.

  • Page 12: Fireplace Clearances

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.7 Fireplace clearances. 5.7.1 The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance fascia to a corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is 100mm at either side (See figure 2). A clearance of 100mm should be maintained at the right side in all installations to allow satisfactory access to the control knob.

  • Page 13: The Flue Spigot

    250mm downward measured from the bottom of the flue spigot (See figure 4). 5.8.2 A spigot extension is available (Valor Fires part number 0595191). When fitted this shall extend through the closure plate for at least 15mm and have a minimum clearance of 50mm from the Figure 4.

  • Page 14: The Hearth

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.9. The hearth. The appliance must be mounted on a non-combustible hearth except when the conditions in section 5.10.3 are met (N.B. conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-combustible). The hearth must be at least 680mm wide x 300mm deep.

  • Page 15: Wall Mounting To Conventional Or Pre-Cast Flues

    INSTALLER GUIDE Width Height 610mm 1 Max. 432mm Max. Min. 305mm 550mm 2 Min. The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions: 1 The total height of the closure plate is 660mm and will accommodate a maximum opening height of 650mm (This allows a 10mm overhang). Heights above 623mm (Inclusive of sealing tape) will leave the sealing tape and closure plate visible above the appliance.

  • Page 16: Metal Flue Box

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.10.4 Metal flue box. The appliance can be installed to a metal flue box conforming to BS715 with a minimum internal depth of 200mm. Incombustible mineral wool insulation of not less than 50mm thickness must be applied to the top surface of the firebox and it must stand on a non combustible hearth.

  • Page 17: Pre-Installation Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE safely dispersed into the outside atmosphere. Where the appliance is connected to an unlined brick chimney it is generally unnecessary for the chimney pot to be replaced or for a terminal to be fitted unless the flue has a diameter smaller than 170mm.

  • Page 18: Fireplace Flue Pull

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9. Remove the ceramic coal fuel effect pack from the firebox and keep it safe. 10. Before attempting to install, it is worth checking that the piezo electric spark ignition system operates satisfactorily. To initiate the spark, temporarily refit the control knob to the tap spindle.

  • Page 19: Fitting The Closure Plate

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6.4 Fitting the closure plate. (See figure 9). The closure plate has an opening at the bottom for a central gas feed pipe. The gap between the pipe and this opening should be sealed with tape after connection. If a central feed pipe is not required the opening should be completely sealed with tape.

  • Page 20: Wall Mounting

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6.4.2. Wall mounting. (See figure 11). The closure plate must be fitted and sealed to the hearth and fireplace opening using suitable heat resistant material. If necessary cut the closure plate but make sure that it overlaps the fireplace opening sufficiently to allow satisfactory sealing.

  • Page 21: Gas Supply Connection

    INSTALLER GUIDE placing the fire in position and marking the wall through the holes in the back panel. Drill and plug the holes using no.10 wall plugs. Place the fire in position and secure with four no.10 x 2in. woodscrews. 7.3 Gas supply connection.

  • Page 22: Control And Pressure Checks

    This monitoring system must not be adjusted, bypassed or put out of operation. This monitoring system must only be exchanged using Valor Fires authorised parts. © GDC Group Ltd. 2012...

  • Page 23: Check Burner Pressure

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8.3 Check burner pressure. The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 4 of this manual. No adjustment is necessary. Check the burner pressure by fitting a pressure gauge at the test point. The test point is on the pipe connecting the gas tap to the lower injector.

  • Page 24: Fitting The Fascia

    INSTALLER GUIDE 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 and 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.

  • Page 25: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. FINAL REVIEW - COMPLETE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of the OWNER guide). - Recheck the operation of the fire at all control positions. - Visually inspect the appliance. Clean off any marks incurred during installation. - Advise the customer how to operate the fire.

  • Page 26: Servicing And Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12. SERVICING AND PARTS REPLACEMENT - Always turn off the gas supply before commencing any servicing (The appliance inlet "T" connector incorporates an isolating valve) and ensure that the appliance is allowed to cool completely. - It is recommended that, at least once a year, the appliance is disconnected and the catchment space behind the closure plate checked and cleared of any debris.

  • Page 27: Cleaning The Window And Fuel Effect (Without Removing The Fascia)

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12.1 Cleaning the window and fuel effect (without removing the fascia). Important: Before commencing work read the safety notes at the start of section 12. 1. Unscrew and remove the two screws that are under the fascia canopy (See figure 16). 2.

  • Page 28: To Remove The Fascia

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12.2 To remove the fascia. 1. Remove the control knob by pulling clear of the gas tap spindle. 2. Remove the control bezel by unscrewing two screws. 3. Detach the fascia by removing the screws at the fascia sides. 4.

  • Page 29: To Grease The Control Tap

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12.7 To grease the control tap. 1. Detach the tap and remove the piezo generator as section 12.6 making sure that the tap is in the ‘off’ position. 2. Remove the two screws from the head of the tap. Remove the niting head and spindle complete with collar and spring.

  • Page 30: To Remove The Complete Burner Module, Pipes And Pilot

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12.9 To remove the complete burner module, pipes and pilot. 1. Remove the fascia as section 12.2. 2. Remove the ceramic fuel effect as section 12.4. 3. Support the inlet ‘T’ connector to avoid straining the pipework and disconnect the appliance.

  • Page 31: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 40 TO 43 © GDC Group Ltd. 2012 Page 31...
  • Page 32 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page IMAGE 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. CLEANING YOUR FIRE MAINTENANCE WARRANTY AND SERVICE This gas fire is designed to meet the most stringent quality, performance and safety requirements to provide you with many years’...

  • Page 33: Image

    OWNER GUIDE IMAGE © GDC Group Ltd. 2012 Page 33...

  • Page 34: 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 35 OWNER GUIDE Figure 1. Combustible shelf clearances Do provide a minimum clearance of 100mm between the fascia sides and any corner wall having combustible material or other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the fire (See figure 2). Please bear this in mind if ever you are considering altering the room.

  • Page 36: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Figure 2. Dimensions and clearances. GAS CONSUMPTION Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.1kW (Gross). Has a maximum natural gas output of 3.6kW. Has a minimum natural gas input of 1.5kW (Gross). Has a minimum natural gas output of 0.8kW. ©...

  • Page 37: Operating Your Fire

    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.

  • Page 38: To Turn The Fire Off

    OWNER GUIDE Control Knob • burner Burner appearance Position settings 1 / IGN Centre section on low. Outer sections off. are: Centre section fully on. Outer sections off. Centre section fully on. Outer sections on low. All sections fully on. We recommend that the fire is set at position 4 for the first 10 minutes after lighting •...

  • Page 39: Cleaning Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE CLEANING YOUR FIRE To maintain the high performance and quality finish of your Valor Fires 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 completely. The fire will retain heat for some time before cleaning can begin.

  • Page 40: Warranty And Service

    OWNER GUIDE WARRANTY AND SERVICE Standard Warranty Terms & Conditions The warranty is for 12 months subject to contract. In the United Kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a GDC service engineer or a GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer. Outside of the United Kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a CORGI or GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer.
  • Page 41 OWNER GUIDE When calling the GDC Helpline, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- Fire serial number (Located on the information label and on the right hand side of the fascia- See figure 4 on page 42). Date of installation Your installer name and address details Fire make and model number...
  • Page 42 OWNER GUIDE To be completed by installer: Installer Details (Block Capitals) Installer Name Gas Safe Register or Corgi Registration Number. Company Name. Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number Figure 4. © GDC Group Ltd. 2012 Page 42...
  • Page 43 SERIAL NUMBER LABEL A LABEL CONTAINING THE TO BE AFFIXED HERE SERIAL NUMBER MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX. Fascia name (Block Capitals) Brand (Please tick) Valor Wonderfire Other......Date of Installation © GDC Group Ltd. 2012 Page 43...
  • Page 44 © GDC Group Ltd. 2012...

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