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Valor Fires 347 Brava 4 Oxysafe Installation And Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION AND OWNER GUIDE
Model 347
RADIANT / CONVECTOR GAS FIRE
Fitted with one of the following fascia.
Brava 4 Oxysafe,
Charm 4 Oxysafe
Esquire 4 Oxysafe
(GC No. 32-032-62)
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.
or
5112107/04

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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 29 TO 43 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 4...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 28 OWNER GUIDE 29 - 43 1 SAFETY 2 LIST OF ACCESSORIES 3 APPLIANCE DATA 4 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 5 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 5.1 Unpacking. 5.2 Fireplace flue pull. 5.3 Appliance preparation. 5.4 Fitting the battery to electronic ignition models.

  • 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 (kg) of this appliance is as below: Model Heat Engine Fascia Brava 10.15 7.39 Charm 10.15 7.39...

  • Page 7: Appliance Data

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. APPLIANCE DATA Natural (G20) Propane (G31) * Inlet Pressure 20mbar 37mbar Input - Max. (Gross) 5.6kW (19,100 Btu/h) 5.3kW (18,084 Btu/h) Input - Min. (Gross) 1.57W (5,357 Btu/h) 2.35kW (8,018 Btu/h) 17.95 + 0.75mbar 36.4 ± 0.75 mbar Burner Test Pressure (Cold) (14.85 ±...

  • Page 8: 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 0.921...
  • Page 9 INSTALLER GUIDE 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. Any chimney dampers or restrictors should be removed.
  • Page 10 INSTALLER GUIDE The appliance must not be installed in any room, which contains a bath, or shower or where steam is regularly present. An extractor fan may only be used in the same room as this appliance, or in any area from which ventilation for the appliance is taken, if it does not affect the safe performance of the appliance.
  • Page 11 INSTALLER GUIDE 4.11 In the United Kingdom, as supplied, this appliance can be installed in the following situations: - 4.11.1 The appliance must be mounted on a non-combustible hearth except when the conditions in section 4.11.4 are met (N.B. conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-combustible).
  • Page 12 INSTALLER GUIDE Width Height Max. 440mm Max. 610mm Min. 305mm Min. 544mm 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 580mm (Inclusive of sealing tape) will leave the sealing tape and closure plate visible above the appliance.
  • Page 13 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 2. Conventional Fireplace catchment space 4.11.5 Metal flue box. The appliance can be installed to a metal flue box conforming to BS715 (For gas fires to BS5258: Part 5) having a minimum internal depth of 165mm. Incombustible mineral wool insulation of not less than 50mm thickness must be applied to the top surface of the metal flue box.
  • Page 14 INSTALLER GUIDE In addition the fire has been tested for use with a ‘Rite Vent’ or ‘Selkirk’ Flue Gas Collector Box. The opening dimensions may differ from those shown above. It is IMPORTANT that each installation passes a properly conducted Spillage test as in section 9.

  • Page 15: Pre-Installation Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE the closure plate plus 20mm and for a width equal to that of the closure plate plus 40mm. 4.16 If the fire is to be fitted against a wall with combustible cladding, the cladding must be removed from the area shown in figure 3.

  • Page 16: Appliance Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE Observe, where possible, upstairs rooms and loft spaces for signs of escaping smoke indicating a defective flue. If there is not a definite flow warm the flue for a few minutes and repeat the smoke pellet test. If there is still no definite flow the flue may need remedial work –...

  • Page 17: Electronic Ignition

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5.5.2 Electronic ignition. Before attempting to install, it is worth checking that the electronic spark ignition system operates satisfactorily. To initiate the spark, temporarily fit the control knob to the spindle. Apply pressure to the top of the control knob spindle. Sparks should be generated between the electrode and thermocouple tip on the pilot unit.
  • Page 18 INSTALLER GUIDE 5.6.1 Hearth mounting (See figure 7). The closure plate must be fitted and sealed to the hearth and fireplace opening using a 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 19: Appliance Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. APPLIANCE INSTALLATION 6.1 Using the extension brackets. Supplied with the fire are four extension brackets and four fixing screws. The extension brackets are for use where the wall fixing holes in the gas fire are located adjacent to areas that are not substantial enough to enable an adequate fixing point (i.e.

  • Page 20: Wall Mounting

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6.3 Wall mounting. The fixing hole positions in relation to the flue spigot opening are shown in figure 11. These hole positions are for the upper fixing brackets shown in figure 12 and the lower fixing holes in the back panel.

  • Page 21: Flue Restrictor Adjustment

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6.6 Flue restrictor adjustment. (See figure 13). The appliance has an integral adjustable flue draught restrictor. This is supplied set in the fully open (unrestricted) position and in most cases no adjustment should be necessary. It can be reset to a fully restricted position if the flue draught is excessive.

  • Page 22: Control & Pressure Checks

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. CONTROL & PRESSURE CHECKS 7.1 Check control settings. 7.1.1 If closed open the isolating valve at the inlet ‘T’ connector. 7.1.2 To check the control positions temporarily place the fascia loosely over the engine. Fit the control knob over the gas tap spindle. 7.1.3 Manual ignition: Depress the control knob and turn anticlockwise partially towards the 1/IGN position until some resistance is felt.

  • Page 23: Check Reference Pressure

    INSTALLER GUIDE time limit do not allow the appliance to be used until the fault has been corrected. This monitoring system must not be adjusted, bypassed or put out of operation. This monitoring system, or any of its parts, must only be exchanged using Baxi authorised parts.

  • Page 24: Spillage Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE maximum 630mm. 8.2.1 At the rear top corners of the fascia there are two screws, one at each side. 8.2.2 Loosen the screws but do NOT remove them. 8.2.3 Locate the baffle onto the screws as in figure 15. The baffle is angled and should lean towards the rear of the fire.

  • Page 25: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 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. If the test is satisfactory continue with the installation.

  • Page 26: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT Always turn off the gas supply and allow to cool completely before commencing any servicing (The appliance inlet “T” connector incorporates an isolating valve). 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: To Remove The Piezo Generator (Manual Ignition Models)

    INSTALLER GUIDE pipe from the pilot unit. 11.3.7. Replace in the reverse order. Note: 1 The pilot unit must be replaced as a whole assembly. Its individual components are not separately replaceable. 2. Once removed, ensure that the dust cage is cleaned before refitting. Make sure that it locates squarely onto the pilot unit without any gaps between the cage edges and the pilot unit.

  • Page 28: To Grease The Gas Tap

    INSTALLER GUIDE the radiant box (See figure 17). 11.6.6. Remove the pipes, gas tap or injectors as required. 11.6.7. Replace in the reverse order. Take care when replacing the injectors. The injectors have ceramic tips at each end. It is important not to allow jointing compound to get on either end of the injectors.

  • Page 29: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 38 TO 43 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 29...
  • Page 30 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS OPERATING YOUR FIRE GAS CONSUMPTION The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. To light the fire (Manual ignition). To light the fire (Electronic ignition). CLEANING YOUR FIRE REPLACING THE RADIANTS MAINTENANCE Battery replacement (Electronic ignition).
  • Page 31 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 OR TANK AS APPROPRAIATE. 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 32 OWNER GUIDE applicable standards, it is a heating appliance and certain parts of its surface will become hot). Note: The guard supplied with the fire acts as a fireguard conforming to BS1945:1971 and satisfies the Heating Appliance (Fireguard) (Safety) Regulations 1991. Do wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is switched off or the flames are extinguished for any reason.
  • Page 33 OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Model Dimension ‘A’ (mm) Dimension ‘B’ (mm) Dimension ‘C’ (mm) Brava Charm Esquire Figure 1. Dimensions and clearances GAS CONSUMPTION Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.6kW (Gross) Has a maximum natural gas output of 4.0kW Has a minimum natural gas input of 1.57kW (Gross) Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.0kW Has a maximum LPG input of 5.3kW (Gross)
  • Page 34 OWNER GUIDE OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device that will shut down the appliance in the event of abnormal flue conditions. This device is NOT a substitute for an independently mounted Carbon Monoxide detector.
  • Page 35 OWNER GUIDE To light the fire (Electronic ignition). The control is shown in figure 2. Depress the control knob slightly and turn anticlockwise towards the 1/IGN position. Do not apply too much pressure as this will cause resistance to be felt. Depress the control knob. Sparks should be generated at the pilot.
  • Page 36 The radiants can be cleaned with a soft brush - see below for how to remove the radiants. REPLACING THE RADIANTS (See figure 4). Always use the correct type of replacement radiant. Ask for Valor Fires part number 5132071 (Single Radiant). Turn the fire off and allow it to cool before attempting to remove the radiants.
  • Page 37 OWNER GUIDE is important that the front face of the radiant should rest against the front of the retaining channel. Replace the dress guard. To do this locate one side of the dress guard into the two side fixing holes. Spring the dress guard slightly and locate into the opposite fixing holes.
  • Page 38 OWNER GUIDE installer). We recommend that all gas appliances and their flues, wherever situated, are checked annually. 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 heateam service engineer or a CORGI registered installer.
  • Page 39 OWNER GUIDE When calling heateam, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- Fire serial number and fascia code (The serial number can be found on the serial number label - See figure 5 on page 39). Date of installation.
  • Page 40 OWNER GUIDE © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 40...
  • Page 41 OWNER GUIDE © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008. Page 41...
  • Page 42 OWNER GUIDE To be completed by installer: 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 42...

  • Page 43: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE Model Serial number (Can be found on the serial number 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 44 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2008.

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