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CHECKLIST FOR GAS INSTALLER

CAUTION

Before calling the manufacturer, ensure that all the checkpoints below 
conform. Refer to the latest SANS 1539:2017 Annex A ,C & E

 

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Check there is gas in the gas bottle (if bottle is nearing empty change over to 
new bottle)

 

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Check that the inlet running pressure is 2.8 kPa (whilst running). 

If not correct:

 

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Check that the supply pipe is the correct diameter for the distance       
covered.

 

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Check that the regulator is functioning correctly. 

 

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The burner must be correctly positioned and sitting flush on the bottom 
plate, 

 

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Jet is centrally aligned with the burner venturi.

 

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Check for spider webs in the venturi.

 

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The 

black

 ceramic ash or 

Glass

 supplied with Chad-O-Chef fireplaces must 

be inside the burner & the 

white

 decorative stone (if applicable) surrounding 

the burner.

 

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Ensure that the coals or pebbles supplied by Chad-O-Chef  are placed as 
recommended with a 10mm gap between them.

 

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DO NOT use more coals or pebbles than recommended and supplied. (See 
Page 2)

 

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The room must be bigger than the minimum room size for that fireplace.  
(See Page 2)

 

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Ensure that there is adequate ventilation in the box housing the unit. (See 
Page 1)

Do not tamper with jets, burners or regulator settings. NEVER MODIFY OR 
BEND THE THERMOCOUPLE TO MAKE THE PILOT STAY ALIGHT.  CHAD-O-

CHEF products are preset and tested to function efficiently and are approved 

by the LPGSA.  
Should a burn back occur, i.e. the jet catching alight at the entry to the burner 

with a noticeable loud rushing sound:  Turn the gas off immediately and 

relight after 1 min. If condition persists, contact your gas installer.

Should a leak in the gas be detected, turn off the gas at the gas cylinder, and 

contact your installer immediately.
Should there be an unexplained shutdown, which could be the result of 

insufficient oxygen in the room, shut off the gas supply, then open windows 

and doors in the room, wait 5 min before attempting to restart. If condition 
persists, contact your gas installer.

Summary of Contents for VFDI 1000

Page 1: ...erating Instruction Manual Please read these instructions carefully before installation use and retain them for future reference LP GAS VFDI 1000 These appliances conform to the requirements of SANS 1...

Page 2: ...S T Y LE SAF E T Y Q U A LITY THAT L A S T S CONGRATULATIONS o n y o u r p u r c h a s e o f a CHAD O CHEF Fireplace a n d W E L C O M E t o t h e CHAD O CHEF family...

Page 3: ...ATION REQUIREMENTS 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 FOR QUALIFIED GAS INSTALLER 3 NG6801 VALVE Operating Instructions 4 NG6801 VALVE Pressure Testing 4 Checklist For Gas Installer 5 Caution 5 Warnings 6...

Page 4: ...t is the installer s responsibility to do these calculations on behalf of the home owner 6 This appliance may only be installed by a registered LP Gas installer and must comply with the installation r...

Page 5: ...ughts which may be generated by outside doors It is recommend that the fireplace should not be installed within 500mm of any air vent as this could affect the working of the ODS Clearances to combusti...

Page 6: ...g up 1 Insert the burner with the venturi facing the gas jet and ensure the burner is seated correctly 2 Fill the burner with the special black radiant ceramic ash or glass chips 3 Spread the decorati...

Page 7: ...s before repeating the ignition procedure 5 Continue turning the knob anticlockwise to the HIGH position and the main burner should light after a few seconds 6 Select the required HIGH or LOW setting...

Page 8: ...h a 10mm gap between them DO NOT use more coals or pebbles than recommended and supplied See Page 2 The room must be bigger than the minimum room size for that fireplace See Page 2 Ensure that there i...

Page 9: ...WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING CAN LEAD TO DEATH Carbon monoxide poisoning Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs the...

Page 10: ...he biggest pests because they tend to occupy the smallest of holes which will be in the burner venturi or the pilot air holes If spiders are a problem in the home have your fireplace serviced just bef...

Page 11: ...r This does not mean that it is rust proof it will require regular maintenance to preserve this protective surface layer in order to enjoy the high quality standard that is to be expected from Chad O...

Page 12: ...Manufactured By Chad o Engineering PO Box 986 Honeydew 2040 Tel 011 668 1910 Email Sales chad o chef co za www chad o chef co za Version 01...

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