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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE UNICA-2 70 Gas fi re with open combustion system Bellfi res wishes you many cosy evenings with your new Bellfi res gas fi re This document is an essential part of your gas fi re. Read it carefully before installation and maintenance of the gas fi...
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Bellfi res English BELLFIRES GAS FIRE WITH OPEN COMBUSTION SYSTEM: Unica-2 70 (UNC-2 70) Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English INTRODUCTION 1.1 GENERAL The gas fi re must be positioned and connected as an “open” appliance by a “Gas Safe Register” registered gas installation engineer in accordance with the following installation instructions, nationally and locally applicable regulations (see “Technical Details / Regulations”...
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Bellfi res English • If the pilot fl ame goes out for any reason, wait for 5 minutes before attempting to re-light it. • It is essential that the appliance, the complete fl ue system and the room ventilation openings are cleaned and inspected annually by a recognised fi tter/gas specialist. The safe operation of the appliance will thus remain guaranteed.
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Bellfi res English In the event that the “oxy-stop” pilot fl ame is to be replaced, then only the original model should be applied. This atmosphere protection; the “oxy-stop” pilot light, is not a substitute for an independent-mounted carbon monoxide detector. 1.4 INCLUDED Set documentation - Instructions for use...
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Mantle iron L = 1000 mm Part no Accessorie 302092 AC Power adaptor 230 VAC - Power supply “receiver” 333739 Black mirror, rear wall Unica-2 70 334587 Fan set Unica-2 series UK: Set, consisting a convection fan (230 VAC/39 W), cable and assembly material. 3..
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Bellfi res English PREPARATIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION Before installing the appliance, fi rst observe the following instructions. 1.6.1 The most important facilities according to the regulations NATURALLY VENTILATED HOUSE (see Figure 1) • Check that the room in which the appliance is to be fi tted has non-closable ventilation openings, according the national and local applicable building regulations.
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Bellfi res English MECHANICALLY VENTILATED HOUSE (see Figure 2) • Check that the room in which the appliance is to be fi tted has non-closable ventilation openings according the national and local applicable building regulations. The minimum dimensions are detailed in “Technical Details / Regulations”...
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Bellfi res English 1.7 GENERAL SERVICES FLUE There are 3 possible conventional fl ue connections: Appliance installed into a new chimney (e.g. stud work) Top exit only: Ø4” (Ø100 mm for rigid pipe sleeved, or twin wall or Ø106 mm for fl...
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Bellfi res English ELECTRICAL CONNECTION If the appliance is equipped with a convection fan and/or ambient lighting or AC Power adaptor, there must be a wall socket with earth connection, preferably at the right-hand side of the appliance. The socket should be accessible at all times. The powercable (+ 0.5 m) is coming from the rear of the appliance, near the gas inlet pipe.
Bellfi res English INSTALLATION POSITIONING THE APPLIANCE Important: • Never use combustible materials during the installation. The appliance may not be installed against a fl ammable rear wall. • During installation of the gas fi re, a clearance of 3 mm should be maintained on all sides of the appliance to allow for expansion of the appliance during operation.
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Bellfi res English 2.1.1 Fitting into a new chimney The fi replace must be mounted on a concrete fl oor. If there is no concrete fl oor, it is essential to re-enforce the fl oorboards underneath with concrete. Build in the fi re insert up to the top of the fi...
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Bellfi res English The brickwork must be built up around the hearth. In connection with the hearth expanding during burning: there must be at least 3 mm clearance on either side of the appliance. Do not build up the brickwork farther than the top of the appliance (keep in mind the thickness of any plastering!).
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Bellfi res English Do not use masking tape on the appliance when installing and plastering. Tape can damage the fi nish of the hearth. The brickwork or the fi re-resistant sheet construction can now be continued to ceiling height. If using other materials, such as stone or heat-resistant plating, you should follow the supplier’s instructions.
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Bellfi res English 2.1.2 Fitting into an existing opening larger than the appliance “Lined” installation: Place an (insulated) aluminium or (fl exible) stainless steel pipe of Ø100 mm (Ø4”) (or Ø127 mm (Ø5”) with an adapter) into the fl ue for the connection between the fl ue spigot of the appliance and the chimney and then position the appliance into the fi...
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Bellfi res English Removal of the top exit fl ue connection piece: Disassemble the top fl ue outlet connection piece from the inside of the appliance. a. Disassemble fi rst the baffl e plate at the top of the combustion chamber, by a front screw loosening, and take the plate out.
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Bellfi res English b. Disassemble after this the draft diverter from the top of the combustion chamber, by loosening the screws around and take it out. c. Disassemble the plate with fl ue outlet connection piece, by loosening the bolts on the outer edge.
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Bellfi res English Removal of the rear exit fl ue opening cover plate: Disassemble the rear exit fl ue opening cover plate from the back of the appliance. Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English Mounting of the top cover plate, draft diverter and baffl e plate: Assemble the top cover plate (comes with the conversion kit; “Lined” “Unlined” fl ue connection) from the inside of the appliance. Refi t the draft diverter and baffl e plate.
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Bellfi res English For further installation procedures, refer to paragraph 2.1.1 and 2.1.3. Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English “Unlined” installation (UK only!): Minimum installation sizes All sizes in mm. Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English 2.1.3 Fitting into an existing opening equal to or smaller than the appliance If the opening in the fi replace is too small for the appliance, it must be enlarged by a recognised installer in accordance with applicable building regulations. “Lined”...
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Bellfi res English Dismantle the fl ue gas outlet connection: (see pictures 2.1.2) In order to connect the (insulated) aluminium or (fl exible) stainless steel fl ue (Ø100 mm) onto the appliance, the fl ue gas outlet connection must fi rst be dismantled from inside the appliance.
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Bellfi res English Ø5“ Flue: Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English Assembling the fl ue gas outlet connection: Push the plate with the fl ue gas outlet connection back upwards and secure. Then assemble the draft diverter and baffl e plate. Check all connections connect properly and check for tightness ! Gas and electricity connection: Using a compression fi...
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Bellfi res English Positioning the grate: Position the grate around the burner. Positioning the ceramic log set or marble shingles: The appliance can be supplied with: • Ceramic log set + embers • Marble shingles white (small, white marble stones) •...
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Bellfi res English 10.1 Ceramic log set + chips of wood + embers 1 Place the ceramic mat on the burner in such a way that the holes in the mat are in line with the burner openings. 2 Remove the embers carefully from their packaging and spread them evenly over the burner mat and the grate around the burner.
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3 Place the logs on the burner: Natural gas-burner Propane / Butane-burner Appliance see fi gure: see fi gure: Unica-2 70 Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked !!! 4 Place the chips of wood around the burner. Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English Logs: Log no Log no. Log no Log no Log no Log no Log no Log no Installation instructions...
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Embers must not be placed next to the pilot light burner Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked! Figure 3: Log set Unica-2 70 Position natural gas burner Embers must not be placed next to the pilot light burner Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked!
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2 Spread the shingles over the whole burner bed (burner and grid around the burner). Make sure that the pilot light remains free. Unica-2 70 see fi gure 6 IMPORTANT: Open area, in order to ensure free accessibility of the pilot fl...
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Keep the burner orifi ces unblocked! Figure 6: Marble shingles Unica-2 70 Position natural gas and propane/butane burner Important: Do not place any marble shingles in front of the pilot light.
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Bellfi res English Assembling the glass door: Assemble the door (including the glass) by hooking it in at the top, and then screwing it into place at the bottom left and right. Remember to wear work gloves ! Check whether the door’s sealing cord fi ts snugly on the appliance! Checking the appliance after installation: Having installed the appliance the installer must check the following: Full functioning of the appliance.
Bellfi res English ANNUAL MAINTENANCE It is essential that the appliance, the fl ue and the combustion air supply outlet are cleaned and inspected annually by a recognised fi tter/gas specialist. The safe operation of the appliance will thus remain guaranteed. Maintenance consists of the following: Inside of the gas fi...
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Bellfi res English • Check the correct operation of the gas regulating block, thermocouple circuit and the ignition of the main burner. • Check the gas inlet-pressure (both when the appliance is off and when it burns at maximum) and the burner pressure. Flue: •...
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Bellfi res English • Carefully unscrew the broken light bulbs from the ceramic fi tting. • Carefully turn the new light bulbs, left and right, in the ceramic fi ttings. Use only the Bellfi res Fire Glow light bulb. • Turn the Fire Glow light bulbs completely into the socket •...
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Only when the appliance has cooled, it can be cleaned. Never use abrasive, corrosive agents or fi replace cleaner. • Any damage to paintwork can repaired with an aerosol BELLFIRES heat- resistant paint. (Note that the appliance has suffi ciently cooled down !) House ventilation: •...
Bellfi res English FAULTS POSSIBLE REASONS Possible reasons for the gas fi re going out are: • Atmosphere protection (= ”oxy-stop” pilot fl ame) reacts (= pilot fl ame extinguishes) when the fl ue gases are insuffi ciently exhausted. • Atmosphere protection (= ”oxy-stop” pilot fl ame) is contaminated or defective. •...
Bellfi res English DISMANTLING / ASSEMBLING OF THE GLASS, REGULATOR AND BURNER DISMANTLING Close the gas supply tap. Unscrew with several turns the 2 screws (to fi x the door) left and right below. Remove the door by lifting it and pulling it forwards out. Use working gloves when removing the door ! Remove the log set and the embers, or the marble shingles.
Bellfi res English DIMENSIONS UNICA-2 70 Lined fl ue: Ø4” or Ø5” Top fl ue opening: Ø100/106 mm GAS (factory fi tted) (Option GAS bottom) (Option GAS both sides and bottom) Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English UNICA-2 70 Lined fl ue: Ø4” or Ø5” Top fl ue opening: Ø100/106 mm With fan (option) GAS (factory fi tted) (Option GAS bottom) (Option GAS both sides and bottom) Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English UNICA-2 70 (U.K. only !) Unlined Flue: Ø7” (180 mm) Minimal Rear fl ue opening: 252 x 34.5 mm GAS (factory fi tted) (Option GAS bottom) (Option GAS both sides and bottom) Installation instructions...
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Bellfi res English UNICA-2 70 (U.K. only !) Unlined Flue: Ø7” (180 mm) Minimal Rear fl ue opening: 252 x 34.5 mm With fan (option) GAS (factory fi tted) (Option GAS both sides (Option GAS bottom) and bottom) Installation instructions...
• Gas safety installation and use regulations 1984 plus all relevant safety and building regulations concerning fi re installation • Document J: Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems Model : UNICA-2 70 Country : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland Product identifi...
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Bellfi res English Model : UNICA-2 70 Country : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland : GB; Great Britain/IE; Ireland Batteries remote control - Receiver : 4x 1.5V AA : 4x 1.5V AA - Hand-transmitter : 1x 9V block : 1x 9V block...
Pilot light pipe; Ø4 mm, L = 300 mm, Flexible, Stainless steel 330953 Burner pipe; Ø8 mm, L = 300 mm, Flexible, Stainless steel 333642 Glass Unica-2 70 (447.5 x 604 x 4 mm) 333605 Module 230 VAC (Fan / Light) 333912...
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Bellfi res English DISPOSING OF PACKAGING AND APPLIANCE The appliance comes in recyclable packaging. This can include: • Cardboard • Wood • Plastic • Paper Such materials must be disposed of responsibly, in line with local regulations. Batteries should be disposed of as chemical waste. Batteries must be disposed of responsibly, in line with local regulations.
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