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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
Model 942
Inset live fuel effect gas fire
Incorporating the VALOR FIRES
Fitted with one of the following fascia.
Dream, Heritage
Opulent
(GC No. 32-032-70)
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 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 2009.
or
5122721/03
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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 47 TO 59 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 4...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 46 OWNER GUIDE 47 - 59 1. SAFETY AND UNPACKING 2. APPLIANCE DATA AND EFFICIENCY 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 3.2 Ventilation requirements. 3.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD). 3.4 Fireguard requirements.
  • Page 6 INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS (Continued) Section Heading Page 11. CERAMIC WALLS INSTALLATION 12. FITTING THE FASCIA 12.1 Assembling the ‘Opulent’ fascia 12.2 Assembling the slider control to the ‘Heritage’ fascia. 12.3 Fitting the fascia to the hotbox. 13. FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT 14.

  • 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: Unpacking. This fire has a fascia which is heavy. To avoid damage it is packed in a separate box within the main box. The approximate lifting weight (kg) of this appliance is as below: Model Heat engine and burner assembly...

  • Page 8: Appliance Data And Efficiency

    : Model Efficiency % (Gross) 942 when converted to LPG. 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 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 10: Ventilation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE In the republic of Ireland the installation must be carried out by a competent person and also conform to the relevant parts of: a) The current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations” b) All relevant national and local rules in force. Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant British Standard Code of Practice.

  • Page 11: Fireplace Preparation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.6.2 Any chimney damper or restrictor should be removed. If removal is not possible, they must be secured in the open position. 3.7 Fireplace preparation. 3.7.1 If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts.

  • 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 detailed below. • For a shelf up to 150mm deep: Minimum height = 760mm. •...
  • Page 13 INSTALLER GUIDE Model Description Opulent Dream Heritage Appliance height (mm) Appliance width (mm) Appliance depth into room (mm) Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm). Recommended clearance to non- combustible surfaces for access purposes (mm). Figure 3.

  • 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...
  • Page 15 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 reduced depth hearth is 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 100 mm.

  • Page 16: Flues

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3.10.3 Precast concrete or clay flue block system and hearth. The appliance can be installed to a precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS EN 1858 with dimensions as in figure 7. BS 1289 part 1 recommends there should be an air space or insulation between the flue blocks and the plaster because heat transfer may...

  • Page 17: Propane Fires

    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: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. PACK CONTENTS Carefully remove all the contents. Take special care in handling the ceramic walls and the ceramic fuel effect. After fitting the slide control linkage, take care not to bend or distort the slide control linkage when handling the fascia. Check that all the listed parts are present and in good condition.
  • Page 19 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 8. Pack contents © Page 19 Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
  • Page 20 INSTALLER GUIDE Section 2 - ‘Opulent’ model Section 2 - ‘Dream’ model Fascia pack contains: Fascia pack contains: Fascia Fascia Bottom front cover casting Firefront casting Decorative knob and screw Bottom front cover casting Slider control unit. Section 2 - ‘Heritage’ model Fascia pack contains: Fascia Firefront casting...

  • Page 21: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. FIREPLACE CHECK 5.1 Soundness for appliance attachment. Two primary methods of retaining the appliance are provided: - By fixing to the fireplace front surround. Using concealed tension cables fixed to the rear of the fireplace opening together with secondary fixing to the fireplace floor.

  • Page 22: Ignition Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. IGNITION CHECK Before attempting to install, it is worth checking that the electronic ignition system performs satisfactorily. Fit the battery to the ignition block located below the burner tray at the left side (See figure 9). The positive (+ve) and negative (-ve) terminals are clearly marked on the body of the igniter unit.

  • Page 23: 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 and includes a valve for isolating the gas supply and a pressure test point.

  • Page 24: Preparing Appliance For Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 1. Detach the burner unit from the hotbox by removing two screws (See figure 12). Lift the burner unit clear. 2. Fit the two “U” section seals to the bottom edges of the hotbox side flanges (See figure 13).
  • Page 25 INSTALLER GUIDE 6. There is a length of self adhesive foam seal supplied with the fire. This will need to be fitted to the outer rear edges of the side and top flanges of the hotbox. Cut a 485mm length of foam seal. Be careful not to stretch the seal when measuring.

  • Page 26: Hotbox Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9. HOTBOX INSTALLATION 9.1 Method 1 - Front fixing to fireplace surround. 1. If this method of fixing is required the front flange of the hotbox can be drilled in the positions shown in figure 17 using a suitably sized drill bit for the woodscrews supplied.
  • Page 27 INSTALLER GUIDE insert the hotbox into the fireplace feeding the supply pipe through the pierced hole in the rear grommet. 5. The hotbox has two holes at each side of the spillage plate. Insert one end of each cable (one cable each side) from the back through the lower of the two holes and return the end through the upper of the holes...
  • Page 28 INSTALLER GUIDE 6. Thread the cables through the eyebolts. Return the cables through the holes near the bottom of the hotbox back panel (See figure 20). 7. Place the hotbox fully back into the fireplace opening so that it is sealed against the fireplace front surround. 8.

  • Page 29: Sealing Floor Front - All Installations

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. Pull each cable taut. Push the cable retainers hard up against the back panel. The end of the cable adjuster will pass into the hole. Tighten the screws in the retainers so that they clamp the cables in position. Apply tension to the cables by turning the hexagonal adjusters by hand (See figure 22).

  • Page 30: Burner & Supply Pipe Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10. BURNER & SUPPLY PIPE INSTALLATION 10.1 Burner and supply pipe installation. 1. Fit the burner unit to the hotbox with two screws previously removed. 2. Connect the supply line to the appliance. 3. Turn on the gas supply and pressure check the installation pipework for gas soundness.

  • Page 31: Inlet Pressure Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10.3 Inlet pressure check. The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 2 of this manual. No adjustment is necessary. 1. Ensure that the appliance is switched OFF, then fit a pressure gauge at the test point.

  • Page 32: Fitting The Fascia

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12. FITTING THE FASCIA 12.1 Assembling the ‘Opulent’ fascia (See figure 28). Step 1. Lay the fascia face down on a flat surface. Step 2. Unscrew and remove the side infill panel. Discard the side infill panel and screws. Step 3.

  • Page 33: Assembling The Slider Control To The 'Heritage' Fascia

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12.2 Assembling the slider control to the ‘Heritage’ fascia. 1. The fascia is supplied with two brackets secured at the bottom. Lie the fascia face down and remove the upper screw from the left hand bracket (See figure 30). 2.

  • Page 34: Fitting The Ceramic Fuel Effect

    INSTALLER GUIDE 4. Align the hole near the bottom of the control linking bar with that in the control pivot bracket. Join them with the knurled shouldered screw (See figure 33). Make sure that the isolating valve is closed. Slide the control button fully from top to bottom and back to make sure that the slide and pivot mechanisms move smoothly.

  • Page 35: Front / Castings Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 14. FRONT / CASTINGS INSTALLATION ‘Dream’ model only. 1. Place the firefront casting centrally on the hearth in front of the fascia. 2. Place the bottom front cover casting in position below the fire front casting. ‘Opulent’ model only. 1.

  • Page 36: Check For Spillage

    INSTALLER GUIDE position marked on ‘Dream’ models or on ‘Opulent’ and ‘Heritage’ models. Retain in this position to ignite the pilot. The burner should ignite at its lowest setting within 4 seconds of the pilot igniting. If for any reason the slider control does not spring up, raise the slider to the topmost (Off) position and investigate why the slider is not operating correctly.

  • Page 37: Flame Supervision And Spillage Monitoring System

    INSTALLER GUIDE the room. Keep all doors and windows that open to the outside of the building closed. Check 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 38: Final Review

    INSTALLER GUIDE 16. FINAL REVIEW 1. COMPLETE THE INFORMATION IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of the OWNER guide). 2. If a gap is visible between the inner sides of the fascia and the ceramic side walls, gently slide the walls forward.

  • Page 39: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17. SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT Always turn off the gas supply before commencing any servicing and allow to cool completely. (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 40: Checking The Aeration Setting Of The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.1 Checking the aeration setting of the burner. 1. The aeration shutter is factory set and should not require adjustment. If the shutter is not as shown in figure 38 and requires adjustment, loosen the two aeration shutter screws, slide the aeration shutter to the position shown in figure 38 and tighten the fixing screws.

  • Page 41: To Remove The Fascia

    INSTALLER GUIDE make sure that they are secured firmly to give a good electrical contact. 17.4 To remove the fascia. 1. Remove the bottom front cover. On the ‘Dream’ and ‘Heritage’ models remove the fire front casting. 2. ‘Heritage’ and ‘Opulent’ models only. Detach the control-linking bar from the control pivot bracket by removing the knurled screw, which joins the control linking bar to the control...

  • Page 42: To Replace The Control Slide Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.5 To replace the control slide unit. 1. Remove the fascia (See section 17.4). ‘Heritage’ and ‘Opulent’ models. 2. Detach the slide unit by removing two screws securing the plastic slide mechanism to the rear of the fascia (See figure 44). ‘Dream’...

  • Page 43: To Remove The Electronic Ignition Generator

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.8 To remove the electronic ignition generator. 1. Remove the bottom front and fire front castings (See section 17.4). 2. Remove the loose ceramic fuel effect pieces, the front ceramic fuel effect and the base ceramic fuel effect. 3.

  • Page 44: To Remove The Pilot Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.10 To remove the pilot unit. 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 17.7). 2. Detach the pilot pipe from the pilot unit. 3. Detach the thermocouple from the interrupter block by unscrewing the thermocouple nut. 4. Detach the electrode lead from the underside of the electrode tab.

  • Page 45: To Remove The Gas Flow Rate Controller

    INSTALLER GUIDE microswitch but before it has pushed the microswitch leaf against the microswitch body. When refitting the thermocouple and interrupter block, make sure that the microswitch wires are properly secured to give a good electrical contact. 17.12 To remove the gas flow rate controller.

  • Page 46: To Remove The Main Burner Injector

    INSTALLER GUIDE 17.14 To remove the main burner injector. (See figure 51). 1. Remove the burner (See section 17.13). 2. Remove the burner clamping screw (See figure 51). 3. Unscrew the injector from the burner 4. Refit in the reverse order. 17.15 To remove the appliance from the fireplace.

  • Page 47: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 56 TO 59 © Page 47 Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
  • Page 48 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS GAS CONSUMPTION OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing & flue blockage safety system. To light the fire. To turn the fire off. Lighting with a taper. CLEANING YOUR FIRE Ceramic fuel effect pieces and burner compartment walls.

  • Page 49: 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 OR TANK AS APPROPRIATE. 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 50: Gas Consumption

    Has a minimum natural gas input of 2.7kW (Gross) Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.06kW Model 942 when converted using kit number 0595211 Has a maximum propane gas input of 6.7kW (Gross) Has a maximum propane gas output of 3.71kW Has a minimum propane gas input of 4.3kW (Gross)

  • Page 51: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Model Description Opulent Dream Heritage Appliance height (mm) Appliance width (mm) Appliance depth into room (mm) Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance (mm). Recommended clearance to non- combustible surfaces for access purposes (mm).

  • Page 52: Operating Your Fire

    OWNER GUIDE OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing & flue blockage safety system. For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device which 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 53: To Turn The Fire Off

    OWNER GUIDE 4. For a higher heat level slide the button upwards. The burner flames and heat output will gradually increase until the button reaches the high heat position shown in figure 3. When the button reaches the high heat position you will feel a check to its movement.

  • Page 54: Cleaning Your Fire

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

  • Page 55: Ceramic Fuel Bed Refitting

    OWNER GUIDE CERAMIC FUEL BED REFITTING The installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is separate from this guide. The installer may have attached it to this guide or placed it inside. It is important that the installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is followed correctly. If replacing the ceramic fuel effect, where a new guide is supplied, follow the installer and owner guide supplied with the replacement fuel effect.

  • Page 56: 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 heateam 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 57 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 59)*. 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 58 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 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009. Page 58...

  • Page 59: Owner Guide

    Fascia code - Can be found on information label (Block Capitals) A LABEL CONTAINING THE FASCIA CODE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX. Brand (Please tick) Baxi Valor Wonderfire Other......Date of Installation Figure 6. Information label location. © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.
  • Page 60 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

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