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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
Model 958
INSET LIVE FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE
Fitted with an
Artura
(GC No. 32-032-89)
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
©
Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
fascia
5131883/02
owner

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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 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 35 TO 47 © Page 4 Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 34 OWNER GUIDE 35 - 47 1. SAFETY AND UNPACKING 2. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 2.1 General information. 2.2 Efficiency. 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 3.2 Ventilation requirements. 3.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD).
  • Page 6 INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS (Continued) Section Heading Page 10. BURNER & SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 10.1 Fitting the burner. 10.2 Supply pipe installation. 10.3 Preliminary burner checks. 10.3.1 Lighting the fire. 10.3.2 Operating the burner. 10.4 Check inlet pressure. 11. FASCIA INSTALLATION 12.

  • Page 7: Safety And Unpacking

    INSTALLER GUIDE 1. SAFETY AND UNPACKING 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: Heat engine Casting Fascia Total 6.80 3.84 3.00...

  • Page 8: Appliance Data And Efficiency

    : Model Efficiency % (Gross) 958 Artura The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by Advantica Certification services (0087).

  • Page 9: General Installation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. The installation must be in accordance with these instructions. For the user’s protection, in the United Kingdom it is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.

  • Page 10: Ventilation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.2 Ventilation requirements. Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5871 Part 2 and in IE reference should be made to the current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations”...

  • Page 11: Fireplace Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.7 Fireplace preparation. 3.7.1 If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts. 3.7.2 The fireplace floor should be reasonably flat to ensure that the hotbox can be installed without it rocking and so that a good seal can be made at the bottom front of the box.

  • Page 12: Fireplace Clearances

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.9 Fireplace clearances. 3.9.1 The minimum height from the base of the fireplace opening to the underside of any shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is shown below: • For a shelf up to 150mm deep Minimum height = 750mm.
  • Page 13 INSTALLER GUIDE Dimension Description (mm) Appliance height Appliance width Appliance depth into room Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance. Recommended clearance to non-combustible surfaces for access purposes. Figure 3. Appliance dimensions and clearances (Fascia may differ from that shown and is subject to manufacturing tolerances) ©...

  • Page 14: Installation Options

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.10 Installation options. In the United Kingdom, as supplied, the appliance can be installed in the following situations: - 3.10.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth. To a fireplace complete with surround and hearth as shown in figure 4 and complying with BS1251 after removal of the fireback and sufficient material behind the fireback for a debris catchment space.

  • Page 15: Hole-In-The-Wall' Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.10.1.1 ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations. It is recommended that a hearth should be installed as in figure 4. If a hearth is not fitted, the fire must be installed so that the distance from the base of the fireplace opening in the wall to the finished floor level is at least 85mm. Where there is no floor covering or carpet and the floor is of a type that is likely to be covered in such a way then the distance from the base of the fireplace opening in the wall to the finished floor level should be increased to at least 160mm.

  • Page 16: Precast Concrete Or Clay Flue Block System And Hearth

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.10.3 Precast concrete or clay flue block system and hearth. A precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS1289 or BS EN 1806 with dimensions as in figure 7. The current versions of BS1289 and BS EN 1806 recommend that there should be an air space or insulation between the flue blocks and the plaster because heat transfer may cause cracking on...

  • Page 17: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE 2. The flue must conform to BS 5440: Part 1 in design and installation. The flue, measured from the bottom of the fireplace opening to the bottom of the terminal, shall be not less than 3m in actual vertical height. When calculated in accordance with BS 5440: Part 1 Annex A, the minimum equivalent height of the flue shall be 2.0m of 125mm dia.
  • Page 18 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 8. Pack contents © Page 18 Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

  • Page 19: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. FIREPLACE CHECK 5.1 Soundness for appliance attachment. A primary method of retaining the appliance is provided. This involves using concealed tension cables fixed to the rear of the fireplace opening together with secondary fixing to the fireplace floor. This method is detailed in section 9 of this manual.

  • Page 20: Gas Supply Connection

    INSTALLER GUIDE 7. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION A nut and olive are provided for an 8mm pipe inlet connection to the ‘T’ connector at the bottom front of the appliance. The ‘T’ connector can be rotated to allow a connection from any direction. The ‘T’ connector includes a valve for isolating the gas supply and a pressure test point.
  • Page 21 INSTALLER GUIDE check again. The restrictor is packed loose with the appliance and is fixed with two screws (See figure 11). 7. Supplied with the fire are a short and long length of self adhesive foam seal. Take the short length, peal off the adhesive backing and stick it to the underside of the hotbox (See figure 12).
  • Page 22 INSTALLER GUIDE 10. The long length of self adhesive foam seal supplied with the fire will need to be fitted to the outer rear edges of the side and top pieces of the spacer frame. Ensure that there is no gap between the foam seals where they meet at the top flange (See figure 15).

  • Page 23: Hotbox Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9. HOTBOX INSTALLATION 9.1 Cable retention and floor fixing. 1. Make sure that the relevant areas at the fireplace back or floor are sound enough to take the eyebolts and screws. If these areas have deteriorated due to prolonged use they should be made sound with suitable cement.
  • Page 24 INSTALLER GUIDE bottom of the hotbox back panel (See figure 20) (For precast or clay block flue systems return the cables through the slotted holes in the side of the hotbox). 7. Place the hotbox fully back into the fireplace opening so that it is sealed against the fireplace front surround.

  • Page 25: Sealing Floor Front - All Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE 14. Feed the free length of the cables into the gap between the inner and outer back panels so that they are available to allow easy removal and refitting of the appliance during subsequent service calls. Do not cut off the free lengths of cable. On precast flue installations feed the cables into the small holes at the base of the side panels.

  • Page 26: Lighting The Fire

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10.3.1 Lighting the fire. If closed open the isolating ‘T’ connector valve. Depress the control knob and slowly rotate it anticlockwise to the pilot ignition position. A ‘click’ will be heard as the integral piezo operates. A spark should be seen between the electrode and pilot tip. Turn the control knob clockwise to the ‘Off’...

  • Page 27: Fascia Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. FASCIA INSTALLATION BEFORE FITTING THE FASCIA, COMPLETE THE INFORMATION IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of the OWNER guide). 1. Unpack the fascia. Carefully lift the fascia. Place the fascia against the fireplace front surface so that the four retaining plates at the back of the fascia are directly above the four retaining brackets of the hotbox.

  • Page 28: Full Operating Checks

    INSTALLER GUIDE 13. FULL OPERATING CHECKS 13.1 Check the control settings. Please note: When first turned on from cold, the flames will appear predominantly blue. When operating the fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which could set off smoke alarms in the vicinity.

  • Page 29: Flame Supervision And Spillage Monitoring System

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8 point 6) remove the restrictor, reseal the appliance and retest. If smoke is still not drawn into the appliance disconnect the appliance and seek expert advice. 5. 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.

  • Page 30: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 14. FINAL REVIEW 1. COMPLETE THE INFORMATION IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of the OWNER guide). 2. Visually inspect the appliance. Clean off any marks incurred during installation. The fire should be ‘off’ and allowed to cool completely before cleaning. Fascia parts.

  • Page 31: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 15. 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 fireplace opening checked and cleared of any debris.

  • Page 32: To Remove The Burner Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. The fascia is held in place by four retaining plates at the back of the fascia. These slot into four retaining brackets on the hotbox. To remove the fascia, hold the sides of the fascia and lift upward and forward. The fascia should lift clear of the hotbox.

  • Page 33: To Remove The Piezo Generator

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. Detach the electrode lead from the base of the electrode. 7. Remove the control knob by pulling forward. 8. Remove the gas valve spindle extension by removing the screw that secures it to the gas valve spindle. 9.

  • Page 34: To Replace The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 15.7 To replace the burner. (See figure 32). 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 15.2). 2. Support the elbow injector and unscrew the injector nut. 3. Remove the two screws from the burner clamping plate (See figure 32). 4.

  • Page 35: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 44 TO 47 © Page 35 Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
  • Page 36 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY GAS CONSUMPTION APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. To light the fire. Lighting with a taper. To turn off. CLEANING YOUR FIRE Fascia parts. Ceramic fuel effect.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Gas Consumption

    Don’t attempt to clean or service the fire until it has been switched off and allowed to cool completely. GAS CONSUMPTION Model 958 Artura Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.1kW (Gross) Has a maximum natural gas output of 2.6kW Has a minimum natural gas input of 3.2kW (Gross)

  • Page 39: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Dimension Description (mm) Appliance height Appliance width Appliance depth into room Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance. Recommended clearance to non-combustible surfaces for access purposes. Figure 2. Appliance dimensions and clearances (Fascia may differ from that shown and is subject to manufacturing tolerances) ©...

  • Page 40: 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 41 OWNER GUIDE Depress the control knob and turn SLOWLY anticlockwise towards the PILOT/IGN position (See figure 4). A spark should be generated at the pilot while turning. The spark should ignite the pilot. The pilot flame can be seen at the left side of the fuel effect.

  • Page 42: Lighting With A Taper

    OWNER GUIDE Lighting with a taper. (See figure 5). In the unlikely event of failure of the ignition spark, the pilot can be lit by a taper or long spill. Insert the taper or spill into the gap in the fuel effect at the left hand side.

  • Page 43: Burner

    OWNER GUIDE Cleaning should be carried out in a well ventilated area or in the open air by gently brushing with the pieces held away from your face so that you avoid inhaling the dust. We do not recommend the use of a normal domestic vacuum cleaner which may blow dust back into the air.

  • Page 44: Ceramics

    OWNER GUIDE Ceramics. If you wish to replace any of the ceramic fuel effect pieces, spare parts are available nationwide via the ‘interpart stockist network’. For your local stockist consult Yellow pages under Central Heating. When fitting replacement parts it is important that only approved parts are used for maximum safety.
  • Page 45 OWNER GUIDE When calling heateam, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- Fire serial number and fascia code (Located on the information label - See figure 6 on page 47)*. Date of installation* Your installer name and address details* Fire make and model number* Proof of purchase (if you do not have the fire serial number) *Note: Details 1 –...
  • Page 46 OWNER GUIDE Installer Details (Block Capitals) Installer Name Gas Safe Register or Corgi Registration Number. Company Name. Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number © Page 46 Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

  • Page 47: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE Model Serial number (Can be found on the information 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...
  • Page 48 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

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