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Valor Fires 752 Installer And Owner Manual

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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
Model 752
INSET LIVE FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE
Fitted with a
Broadway,
Valor Landscape 2 Gas
Vermont
(GC No. 32-032-74)
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 08706 061 065 (National
call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland
Telephone 0044 8706 061 065.
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner
©
Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007.
fascia
5122667/01
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  • Page 1 However, if further information is required, our Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help. Telephone 08706 061 065 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).
  • Page 2 the nation’s favourite PLUMBING & HEATING SUPPLIES FREE SHIPPING SECURE PAYMENTS on all orders over £100 to mainland UK shop online with confidence FINANCE AVAILABLE PRICE MATCH spread the cost with low interest rates always get the best deals available we have H U G E R E D U C T I O N S...
  • Page 3 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 4 BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute. The Highest Standards Valor Fires is a member of SBGI which works to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance. Careful Installation Valor Fires is a CORGI registered company.
  • Page 5 INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 34 TO 47 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007. Pa ge 4...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Section Heading Page INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 33 OWNER GUIDE 34 - 47 1. SAFETY 2. APPLIANCE DATA 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4. PACK CONTENTS 5. FIREPLACE CHECK 6. IGNITION CHECK 7. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION 8. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 9.

  • Page 7: Installer Guide

    The lifting weight of this appliance is as below (kg): - Model Heat Engine Firefront Combined Weight Broadway 7.45 6.35 13.8 Valor Landscape 2 Gas 7.45 6.35 13.8 Vermont 7.45 6.26 13.71 One person should be sufficient to lift the fire. If for any reason this weight is considered too heavy then obtain assistance.
  • Page 8 Model Efficiency % (Gross) 752. 752 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). The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government's Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.

  • Page 9: General Installation Requirements

    INSTALLER GUIDE 3. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The installation must be in accordance with this guide. 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 INSTALLER GUIDE 125mm is also acceptable. Chair brick removal may not be required providing at least 50mm clearance is available from the flue outlet to any fireplace component. 3.2.1.1 ‘Hole-in-the-wall’ Installations It is recommended that a hearth should be installed as in section 3.9 (See figure If no hearth is fitted, or 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 72mm.
  • Page 11 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.2.2 To a fireplace incorporating a metal flue box conforming to BS 715 and BS EN 1856 Part 1 with 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 hotbox (See figure 2) and it must stand on a non-combustible base.
  • Page 12 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.2.4 If the fireplace opening is greater than the acceptable dimensions given in this guide, do not use the back of a fire surround or marble to reduce the opening. This may cause cracking of the surround back or marble. The following flues are suitable: 225mm x 225mm conventional...
  • Page 13 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.7 If the appliance is intended to be installed to a chimney, which 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. 3.8 If the fireplace opening is an under floor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts.
  • Page 14 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.16 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 = 750mm. •...
  • Page 15 INSTALLER GUIDE 3.18 The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the fascia to a corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is shown in figure 5. Figure 5. Appliance dimensions 3.19 Proprietary terminals must comply with BS 715 or BS 1289.

  • Page 16: Pack Contents

    INSTALLER GUIDE manufacturers replacement part should be fitted. The individual A.S.D components are not replaceable. 3.21 A fireguard complying with BS 8423 should be fitted for the protection of young children, the elderly, the infirm and pet animals. 4. PACK CONTENTS (See figure 6) Hotbox and burner assembly Fascia...
  • Page 17 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 6. Pack contents © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007. Pa ge 1 6...

  • Page 18: Fireplace Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 5. FIREPLACE CHECK 5.1 Fireplace check. 5.1.1 Fireplace size. The fireplace must comply with the requirements described in section 3.2. This may entail removing the fireback and infill material behind the fireback. 5.1.2 Fireplace general condition 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 19: Ignition Check

    INSTALLER GUIDE 6. IGNITION CHECK Before attempting to install, it is worth checking that the ignition system performs satisfactorily. Set the right hand control knob to the ‘OFF’ position. Push in the right hand control knob and turn anticlockwise through the ignition position marked and up to the pilot position marked spark should flash across from the electrode pin to the pilot tip.

  • Page 20: Preparing Appliance For Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 8. PREPARING APPLIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 8.1 Appliance preparation. 1. Remove any transit tape and packing and inspect for any evidence of mishandling which might affect the performance. Each unit is flame tested before it leaves the factory and as a result there may be slight discolouration around the burner ports.
  • Page 21 INSTALLER GUIDE 8.3 The flue restrictor. This appliance is supplied with a flue restrictor for use where the flue draught is excessive. The restrictor must not be fitted where a precast flue or a 125mm flue liner is used. For flue liners greater than 125mm and all other installations the restrictor should be fitted.

  • Page 22: Firebox Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 9. HOTBOX INSTALLATION 9.1 Hotbox installation. 1. Make sure that the relevant areas at the fireplace back are sound enough to take the eyebolts. If these areas have deteriorated due to prolonged use they should be made sound with suitable cement. 2.
  • Page 23 INSTALLER GUIDE 6. Thread the cables through the eyebolts. Return the cables through the holes near the bottom of the hotbox side panels (See figure 13). 7. Place the hotbox fully back into the fireplace opening so that it is sealed against the fireplace front surround. 8.

  • Page 24: Burner Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10. BURNER INSTALLATION 10.1 Burner and supply pipe installation. 1. Refit the burner unit to the hotbox using the two screws removed previously 2. Connect the supply line to the appliance. 3. If closed open the isolating valve at the inlet ‘T’ connector. 4.
  • Page 25 INSTALLER GUIDE then repeat the ignition procedure. 3. When the pilot is alight keep the knob depressed for ten seconds to allow the pilot flame to stabilise. 4. Release the knob. When the knob is released, the pilot should remain alight. If the pilot fails to remain alight, repeat the ignition procedure, this time keeping the knob depressed for a longer period of time.

  • Page 26: Fitting The Ceramic Fuel Effect

    INSTALLER GUIDE 10.9 Inlet pressure check. The appliance is pre-set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 2 of this guide. No adjustment is necessary. 1. Check the inlet pressure by fitting a pressure gauge at the test point.

  • Page 27: Fire Front Casting Installation

    INSTALLER GUIDE 12. FASCIA INSTALLATION 12.1 Fitting the fascia. 1. Remove the fascia from its pack and remove any protective covering. 2. The lower front cover on the fascia is held in place with strong magnets. Remove the lower front cover.

  • Page 28: Spillage & Flame Supervision Checks

    INSTALLER GUIDE 14. SPILLAGE & FLAME SUPERVISION CHECKS 14.1 Check for spillage. A spillage check must be made before leaving the installed appliance with the customer. Make this with all the ceramic fuel effect pieces and fascia in position. 1. Close all doors and windows in the room containing the appliance. 2.

  • Page 29: Final Review

    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 Valor Fires authorised parts. 15. FINAL REVIEW 1. COMPLETE THE INFORMATION IN THE WARRANTY AND SERVICE SECTION OF THE OWNER GUIDE (See last pages of this guide).

  • Page 30: Servicing & Parts Replacement

    INSTALLER GUIDE 11. Inform the customer that the serial number for the appliance is located on the information label located behind the lower front fascia trim and underneath the burner. 12. Hand the literature pack with this guide to the customer. 16.

  • Page 31: Checking The Aeration Setting Of The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE 16.1 Checking the aeration setting of the burner. 1. The aeration shutter is factory set for use with a ‘pebble’ ceramic fuel effect. It is important to ensure that the aeration setting is correct for the ceramic fuel effect used.

  • Page 32: To Remove The Pilot Unit

    INSTALLER GUIDE 16.3 To remove the pilot unit. 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 6.2). 2. Remove the burner tray trim. 3. Unscrew and remove the two screws from the gas valve shield (See figure 27). Place the shield to one side.

  • Page 33: To Replace The Burner

    INSTALLER GUIDE terminals. 16.5 To replace the burner. 1. Remove the burner unit (See section 16.2). 2. Support the elbow injector and unscrew the injector nut. 3. Remove the two screws from the burner clamping plate (See figure 30) 4. Lift the right hand side of the burner, slide it to the right and lift clear 5.

  • Page 34: Baxi Heating U.k. Limited 2007. Pa Ge

    INSTALLER GUIDE © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007. Pa ge 3 3...

  • Page 35: Owner Guide

    OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 44 TO 47 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007. Pa ge 3 4...
  • Page 36 OWNER GUIDE LIST OF CONTENTS Section Page SAFETY APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS GAS CONSUMPTION OPERATING YOUR FIRE The Oxysafe flame sensing & flue blockage safety system. Lighting the pilot. Heat settings. To turn the fire back to pilot setting. To turn the fire off. Using the remote control handset.

  • 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 OWNER GUIDE automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire, if for any reason, the flame goes out) Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire. Soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have a raised pattern are easily affected by heat.

  • Page 39: Appliance Dimensions

    OWNER GUIDE APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS Figure 1. Appliance dimensions © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007. Pa ge 3 8...

  • Page 40: Gas Consumption

    Has a minimum natural gas input of 1.7kW (Gross) Has a minimum natural gas output of 0.87kW Model 752 when converted using kit number 0595221 Has a maximum propane gas input of 6.1kW (Gross) Has a maximum propane gas output of 3.17kW Has a minimum propane gas input of 3.2kW (Gross)

  • Page 41: Lighting The Pilot

    OWNER GUIDE Lighting the pilot. Please note: The fire must be lit manually. 1. Ensure that the pilot burner control knob is in the OFF position (Number 1 in figure 2. Depress the pilot burner control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the ignition position (Number 2 in figure 2) to activate the piezo ignition system.

  • Page 42: To Turn The Fire Back To Pilot Setting

    OWNER GUIDE To turn the fire back to pilot setting. Turn the main burner control knob fully clockwise. Alternatively turn the pilot burner control knob clockwise to the ignition position (2). Refer to figure 2. To turn the fire off. Rotate the pilot/burner control knob clockwise to position 1, as shown in figure 2.

  • Page 43: Cleaning Your Fire

    Do not use abrasive cleaners, as these will scratch the fire surface. Broadway & Valor Landscape 2 Gas Fascia - Clean the metal parts with a slightly damp cloth and then dry. Vermont - Clean the metal parts with a slightly damp cloth and then dry. If this does not work apply a very small amount of ‘baby oil’...

  • Page 44: Ceramic Fuel Effect Refitting

    OWNER GUIDE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT 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 45: Useful Telephone Numbers

    OWNER GUIDE USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS General advice about gas and your gas fire: VALOR FIRES TECHNICAL HELPLINE 08706 061 065. To report faults or arrange for your fire to be serviced: VALOR FIRES SERVICE 08706 090 081. For sales or product information: VALOR FIRES SALES 08706 061 067.
  • Page 46 OWNER GUIDE What you need to do if you experience a problem with the operation of the fire: You should always contact your installer first, because the cause of the fault may not be related to the fire. If your installer confirms that the fault is with the fire and they can’t repair it, our friendly customer service team is on hand to help.
  • Page 47 OWNER GUIDE The following pages are to be completed by the 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 2007. Pa ge 4 6...

  • Page 48: 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 4. Information label location. ©...
  • Page 49 © Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007.

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