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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

FOR QUALIFIED GAS INSTALLER

Unpacking 
 

Carefully undo strapping to separate loose parts and remove all plastic  

 

protective sheeting.

Positioning and Sizing   
   

Confirm that the size of Fireplace chosen is the right size for the room. 

Connect up according to SANS 10087-1  
 

Connect a copper pipe from the gas supply via a regulator, complying with  

 

SANS 1237, to the Ø8 compression fitting on the control valve, taking into 

 

account the distance from the gas supply, to calculate the size of the copper  

 pipe.

Setting 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 decorative stone or ceramic evenly around the burner. 
4.  Place the coals or pebbles in a single layer, double row, spread across the 

burner, allowing about 10mm gaps between them.     

5. 

Use only the number of pebbles or coals supplied

Testing and Commissioning 
 

Turn on the gas supply and test for leaks with soapy water. 

 

Ensure that the 

WORKING PRESSURE is 2,8 kPa at the control valve

 

See checklist. 

 

Briefing the customer

 

 

All instructions must be handed over to the user for safekeeping. Instruct the 

 

customer how to turn the gas on and off and how to light and control the fire.

 

After commissioning the unit the customer should be instructed on the safe  

 

use of it and the need for regular servicing. Frequency of service depends on  

 

usage, but must be carried out at the first sign of  malfunction and at least  

 

once in 2 years.

Summary of Contents for VFG 600

Page 1: ...perating Instruction Manual Please read these instructions carefully before installation use and retain them for future reference LP GAS VFG 600 These appliances conform to the requirements of SANS 15...

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: ...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 re...

Page 5: ...he fireplace should not be installed within 500mm of any air vent as this could affect the working of the ODS Clearances to combustible materials Combustible materials are defined as wood fabrics or o...

Page 6: ...lack radiant ceramic ash or glass chips 3 Spread the decorative stone or ceramic evenly around the burner 4 Place the coals or pebbles in a single layer double row spread across the burner allowing ab...

Page 7: ...use wait 3 minutes before repeating the ignition procedure 4 Continue turning the knob anticlockwise to the HIGH position and the main burner should light after a few seconds 5 Select the required HIG...

Page 8: ...ecommended with 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 Ensur...

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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