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Delamere INSET RADIANT FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions Hand these instructions to the owner following installation, they must be retained for future reference. Model No’s HRDC**MN2 & HRDC**SN2 are for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
CONTENTS Section 1 Information and Requirements PAGE Appliance Information Conditions of Installation Flue and chimney suitability Fireplace / surround suitability Shelf position Chimney inspection Fire place opening / catchment space Fitting to metal flue boxes Hearths Spillage monitoring system Section 2 Installation of Fire Unpacking the fire Installing the fire box...
SECTION 1 INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS APPLIANCE INFORMATION Model HRDC**MN2 (MC) HRDC**SN2 (SC) Gas Type Main injector (1 off) Cat 960, size 2.0mm Pilot Type Copreci 21100 / 141 (MC) 21100 / 162 (SC) Max. Gross Heat Input : 6.9 kW Min.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a GAS SAFE registered Installer, in accordance with these installation instructions and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 as amended. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.
FIREPLACE / SURROUND SUITABILITY The fire must only be installed on a hearth it must not be installed directly onto carpet or other combustible floor materials. The fire is suitable for fitting to non-combustible fire place surrounds and proprietary fire place surrounds with a temperature rating of at least 150 o c. If a heating appliance is fitted directly against a wall without the use of a fire surround or fire place all combustible material must be removed from behind the trim.
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There must be no leakage of smoke through the structure of the chimney during or after the smoke pellet test and it is important to check inside upstairs rooms adjacent to the chimney / flue. Check the chimney pot / terminal and general condition of the brickwork or masonry.
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Table A - Installation Depth Requirements for a Kohlangaz Delamere gas fire being installed into a brick built chimney, requiring 12.0 litres of debris collection volume (fig. 2) When installing this product into a builders opening / brick-built chimney, the depth required is a minimum of 170mm.
1.7 FITTING TO PRE-FABRICATED TWIN WALL METAL FLUE BOXES The appliance may be fitted to twin wall metal flue boxes conforming to the constructional requirements of BS 715 / BS EN 1856-2, (for example the Selkirk LFE 175 box). The box must have a minimum flue diameter of 175mm internal and minimum internal dimensions of 170mm deep by 580mm high by 350mm wide.
1.10 SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM This appliance is fitted with an atmosphere sensing spillage monitoring system in the form of an oxygen sensing pilot. This is designed to shut the fire off in the event of a partial or complete blockage of the flue causing a build up of combus- tion products in the room in which the fire is operated.
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION OF FIRE UNPACKING THE FIRE Carefully lift the fire out of the carton. Remove the loose item packaging carefully from the front of the appliance. Check the contents as listed :- Packing Check List - All models 1 off Fire box / burner assembly 1 off...
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For manual control models proceed as follows :- Remove the trim / fret. Remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See figure 3 below. Fig. 3 Ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire opening, then slide it back into position.
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For slide control models proceed as follows: Remove the trim / fret. Remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See figure 5 below. Fig. 5 Ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire opening, then slide it back into position.
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Fig. 6 Unscrew the burner assembly fixing screws at either side of the firebox, and the two fixing screws at the base of the fire (See figure 7 below). Carefully pull the base of the burner forwards from the fuel-bed support panel.
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Continue for all models Whilst the fire box is still in position, decide which side the gas supply is to enter the fire from. If concealed pipe work is required plan the pipe run to enter the fire box through one of the openings in the sides of the fire box below the fuelbed support panel and connect to the isolating / inlet elbow.
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IMPORTANT : Sealing of the Gas Unused Gas Pipe Inlet Apertures In line with current GAS SAFE regulations, it is imperative that the gas supply inlet apertures that are not utilised during the installation are sealed with the foil tape as supplied. Failure to seal these inlet apertures could lead to flame reversal, which in turn will damage the burner and control systems of the product.
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The preferred method of fixing which is suitable for almost all situations is the cable fixing method which is described in the following section in detail. The fire may be secured using the cable method as described below, or alterna- tively, in installations where the cable method is not suitable (eg.
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Thread a tensioning screw over each of the cables and ensure that the tensioning nut is screwed fully up against the hexagon shoulder of the tensioning screw (this provides maximum travel for the tensioning nut). Fit a screwed nipple on to each of the cables and pull hand tight up against the tensioning screw, then secure each nipple with a flat bladed screwdriver.
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This should not be overtightened. Move the control lever fully downwards and check that the left hand micro-switch operates the igniter and that the control valve spindle is fully depressed. Move the control lever upwards to the “off” position and check that the right hand (cut-off) micro-switch operates.
GAS TIGHTNESS AND INLET PRESSURE (MANUAL CONTROL MODELS) Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a manometer. Turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test. Depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked pilot.
SECTION 3 ASSEMBLING FUEL BED AND COMMISSIONING ASSEMBLING THE CERAMICS AND FUEL BED - COAL MODELS NOTE : The position of the fuel-bed components are critical to the performance of the product. Therefore please ensure that the fuel-bed components are positioned as described in the following section prior to requesting a service call due to soot build up, poor flame pattern etc.
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Fit three of the large sized square coals onto the front ceramic rail, and two of the random shaped coals as shown below ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement. (See figure 16 below). Fig.
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Select two of the oblong coals and one of the square coals and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. (See figure 18 below). Fig. 18 Square Oblong Oblong...
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Select the remaining two oblong coals, one random coal and one square coal and position along the rear edge of the fuelbed. (See figure 20 below). Fig. 20 Random Square Oblong Oblong The exact position and fit of the coals may be finely adjusted to give the most pleasing and random appearance.
ASSEMBLING THE CERAMICS AND FUEL BED - PEBBLE MODELS NOTE : The position of the fuel-bed components are critical to the performance of the product. Therefore please ensure that the fuel-bed components are positioned as described in the following section prior to requesting a service call due to soot build up, poor flame pattern etc.
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Pick pebbles A to E and arrange along the the front rail, ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement. (See figure 23 below). Fig. 23 Pebble D Pebble E Pebble A Pebble B Pebble C...
Select pebbles K, L & M and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. (See figure 25 below). Fig. 25 Pebble J Pebble N Pebble K Pebble L Pebble M Select the two small pebbles (J &...
LIGHTING THE APPLIANCE (MANUAL CONTROL MODELS) Turn on the gas isolation tap. Depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked pilot. Hold in the control knob for a few seconds to purge the pipe work. Continue to hold-in the control knob and press the igniter button. If the burner does not light, continue to press the igniter button until ignition occurs.
The gas control can be moved from the High to Low position to give the desired heat output. To turn the fire off, FULLY raise the control lever to the OFF position. WARNING : If the fire goes out for any reason or is turned off and it isnecessary to re-light the fire it is important to allow the fire to cool for 3 minutes before attempting to re-light it.
SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE Servicing Notes Servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered engineer. The service should include visually checking the chimney and fire opening for accumulations of debris and a smoke test to check for a positive up-draught in the chimney.
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Removing the Control Tap from the fire. 4.3.1 Remove the burner assembly as in section 4.1. 4.3.2 Pull the control knob off the control tap spindle. 4.3.3 Loosen and remove the three gas pipe retaining nuts from the control tap and release the ends of the gas pipes from the control tap body. Loosen and remove the thermocouple securing nut from the end of the control tap.
Slide Control Fires Removal of the burner assembly 4.5.1 Prepare the work area (lay down dust sheets etc,) 4.5.2 Lift the fender and ash pan cover out of the way and put them in a safe location. Remove all of the loose coals / pebbles and front ceramic rail. Unscrew the two pozi-drive fixing screws which secure the burner heat shield and remove it from the fire.
Replacing the battery 4.7.1 Unscrew Battery retaining cap situated at the front right of the fire and remove the battery 4.7.2 Replace in the reverse order using a 1.5V AA Alkaline Battery. Removing the Oxy-Pilot Assembly Note : Because this appliance is fitted with an atmosphere sensing ‘Oxy-Pilot’ it is not possible to replace the thermocouple separately, because the thermocouple position is factory set to a tight tolerance.
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4.9.2 Hold the hexagonal control lever cable locking bush with a spanner and unscrew the locking screw using a 2mm allen key to release the cable from the control lever. The control cable can now be removed from the cable guide tubes. 4.9.3 To fit the replacement cable, thread the end of the new cable into the long length of p.t.f.e.
FRET INFORMATION To enable Customers to choose their own style of fret these fires are now available without frets. In order to maintain the efficient and safe operation of the fire it is important that any fret which is used must comply with the following dimensions. (figure 27) It is important to clean a fret in accordance with the instructions provided by your retailer as these vary depending on the surface finish of the fret.
SECTION FIVE - USER INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 INSTALLATION INFORMATION CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a competent (e.g. Registered) Installer, in accordance with the installation instructions and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.
ABOUT YOUR NEW KOHLANGAZ DELAMERE GAS FIRE The Kohlangaz Delamere coal effect gas fire incorporates a unique and highly developed fuel bed which gives the realism of a loose coal layout combined with realistic flames and glow. The use of durable ceramic material in the construction of the fuelbed components ensures long and trouble free operation.
5.2 OPERATING THE FIRE (MANUAL CONTROL MODELS) The controls are located behind the ashpan cover which is situated behind the Ashpan / Fender. The controls, comprise a control valve to adjust the gas flow and a push button piezo igniter. To light the fire proceed as follows:- Depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked pilot.
5.3 OPERATING THE FIRE (SLIDE CONTROL MODELS) The controls comprise a control lever, to turn the fire on and off and adjust the gas rate. The control lever is located at the top right hand side of the fire. Depressing the control lever fully operates the igniter and lights the pilot flame and ignition rate gas.
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REPLACING THE BATTERY (SLIDE CONTROL MODELS ONLY) ENSURE THE FIRE IS COOL BEFORE REPLACING THE BATTERY Unscrew battery retaining cap situated at the front right of the fire and remove battery. Replace in the reverse order using a 1.5V AA alkaline battery. It is important that only an alkaline battery is used, otherwise premature battery failure and leakage may result..
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ASSEMBLING FUEL BED & CERAMICS - COAL MODELS Place the ribbed ceramic fuelbed base on top of the fuelbed support and pull fully forwards to the burner. Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box. Ensure that the fuelbed base fit fully down onto the fuel bed support and is not lodged on the burner.
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Fit three of the large sized square coals onto the front ceramic rail, and two of the random shaped coals as shown below ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement. (See figure 3 below). Fig.
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Select two of the oblong coals and one of the square coals and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. (See figure 5 below). Fig. 5 Square Oblong Oblong...
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Select the remaining four coals and position along the rear edge of the fuelbed. (See figure 7 below). Fig. 7 Random Square Oblong Oblong The exact position and fit of the coals may be finely adjusted to give the most pleasing and random appearance.
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ASSEMBLING THE CERAMICS AND FUEL BED - PEBBLE MODELS Place the ribbed ceramic fuelbed base on top of the fuelbed support and pull fully forwards to the burner. Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box. Ensure that the fuelbed base fit fully down onto the fuel bed support and is not lodged on the burner.
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Pick pebbles A to E and arrange along the the front rail, ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement. (See figure 10 below). Fig. 10 Pebble D Pebble A Pebble E Pebble B Pebble C...
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Select pebbles K, L & M and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. (See figure 12). Fig. 12 Pebble N Pebble J Pebble K Pebble L Pebble M Select the two small pebbles (J &...
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USER REPLACEABLE PARTS The only user replaceable parts on this fire are the fuelbed components and coals which may be replaced as described in the above section. Replacement of any other parts must be carried out by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered gas installer.
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