Kinder HE MK2 Page 2 Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions Download

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CONTENTS

PAGE

Section 1

Information and Requirements

1.0

Appliance information

1.1

Conditions of installation

1.2

Flue & Chimney Suitability

1.3

Shelf position

1.4

Hearths

1.5

Installation to plastered wall surfaces

Section 2

Installation of Fire

2.1

Unpacking the combustion chamber

2.2

Preparing the combustion chamber opening (In studded wall)

2.3

Preparing the combustion chamber opening (In chimney breast)

8-9

2.4

Securing the fire to the opening

2.5

Installation of the gas supply

2.6

Fitting the efficiency / flue restrictor baffle

2.7

Fitting the batteries to the fire

2.8

Removal & re-fitting of the glass frame

Section 3

Assembling Fuel Bed and Commissioning

3.1

Fitting the fuel bed logset

14-18

3.2

Making the gas connection & checking for gas tightness

3.3

Removal & re-fitting the trim

3.4

Lighting the appliance

20-24

3.5

Checking for clearance of combustion products

Section 4

Maintenance

4.1

Removal of the burner & controls assembly

4.2

Removal of the burner

26-27

4.3

Removal of the pilot assembly

4.4

Removal / Replacement of the gas control valve

4.5

Removal / replacement of the receiver unit

4.6

Removal / Replacement of the handset battery

Section 5

User Instructions

5.1

Installation Information

5.2

About the Proclaim HE MK2 room heater

5.3

Spillage monitoring system

5.4

Lighting the appliance

32-36

5.5

Cleaning Instructions

5.6

Removal & re-fitting the fuel-bed logset

38-42

5.7

Removal & re-fitting the glass frame

5.8

Removal & re-fitting the trim assembly

5.9

User replaceable parts

5.10

Changing the batteries in the RC handset

5.11

Changing the batteries in the fire

Model number KPHL**RN2

manufactured by:-

BFM Europe Ltd. Trentham Lakes, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 4TJ

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Page 1: ...HIGH EFFICIENCY LOG EFFECT ROOM HEATER Installation Maintenance User Instructions Hand these instructions to the user Model No KPHL RN2 is for use on Natural Gas G20 at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G B I E Denotes trim colour variant ...

Page 2: ...tness 18 3 3 Removal re fitting the trim 19 3 4 Lighting the appliance 20 24 3 5 Checking for clearance of combustion products 25 Section 4 Maintenance 4 1 Removal of the burner controls assembly 26 4 2 Removal of the burner 26 27 4 3 Removal of the pilot assembly 27 4 4 Removal Replacement of the gas control valve 27 4 5 Removal replacement of the receiver unit 27 4 6 Removal Replacement of the h...

Page 3: ... 54 0 kg Appliance Efficiency Declaration The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS 7977 1 2009 and the result is 71 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 BSI The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government s Standard Assessment Procedure SAP for ene...

Page 4: ...858 Clay Flue Blocks and Terminals 7 IS 813 Domestic Gas Installation Republic of Ireland No purpose made additional ventilation is normally required for this appliance when installed in G B When Installing in I E please consult document I S 813 Domestic Gas Installation which is issued by the National Standards Authority of Ireland If installing in Northern Ireland please consult local building r...

Page 5: ...d wall The appliance must however stand on a non combustible base that is a minimum thickness of 12mm 1 5 INSTALLATION TO PLASTERED WALL SURFACES If installing to a plastered wall all material must be removed from the 50mm area surrounding the combustion chamber opening and replaced with non combustible material such as marble or granite to prevent plaster cracking See figure 3 below Fig 3 5 Combu...

Page 6: ...wall bracket IMPORTANT NOTE BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION This product requires a minimum effective flue height of 4 0 metres of minimum circular cross sectional area 125mm If installing the product into a 225mm x 225mm brick chimney THE CHIMNEY SOUNDNESS MUST BE CHECKED BY TESTING prior to a decision being made on whether the chimney requires lining If the flue height is greater than 10...

Page 7: ...on extra please order part number 1125 130260 from your local Kinder stockist 7 Minimum 50mm at sides Minimum 50mm at rear Combustion Chamber Dimension A Opening Width 750mm Dim A Dim B Dimension B Opening Height 520mm Dim C Dimension C Opening Depth 385mm Fig 4 Fig 5 A minimum clearance of 100mm is required above the top of the draught diverter to combustible surfaces Minimum 125mm flue liner req...

Page 8: ...for servicing purposes If installing without a flue liner please ensure that sufficient depth is available in the opening to collect a minimum volumetric area of 12 litres 0 012m3 of flue debris This is achieved by a minimum depth of 385mm the design of the outer combustion chamber ensures this depth can be met Refer to figure 1 on page three for dimensions of the flue outlet CHECK ANY LOAD BEARIN...

Page 9: ... area immediately above the fire is required see figure 7 above If there is no existing openings within either triangle proceed with forming the opening However if opening or beams occur within either triangle then you should seek specialist advice from a structural engineer or consider relocating the proposed position of the firebox 9 400mm interactive area 600mm load triangle The Interactive Zon...

Page 10: ...gure 8 9 below shows the hole centres in the mounting flanges of the combustion chamber Fig 8 b DO NOT SECURE THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER INTO THE OPENING AT THIS POINT AS ACCESS WILL STILL BE REQUIRED TO RUN THE GAS SUPPLY PIPEWORK AS DETAILED IN SECTION 2 5 Fig 9 371mm 779mm 4 holes in combustion chamber mounting flange for securing to the opening ...

Page 11: ... sound Always insert the grommet into the entry point used a sharp blow with a hammer or chisel will be sufficient to knock out the opening selected in the firebox and with the grommet fitted cut with a sharp knife to allow the supply pipework to pass through into the firebox 11 Combustion Chamber Gas Supply entering from L H S Combustion Chamber Gas Supply entering from Rear of Combustion Chamber...

Page 12: ...ency baffle c If the product is fitted into a Class 2 flue of diameter 125mm 5 then the restrictor baffle must not be fitted It should also be noted that if fitting into a 125mm 5 diameter flue that the minimum effective height of the flue is 4 metres d To fit the efficiency baffle supplied in the loose items pack use the 4 screws supplied to secure the baffle to the spigot on the rear of the fire...

Page 13: ...p brackets as shown below in figure 15 These are clamped together to form the seal between the glass frame assembly and the combustion chamber Fig 15 NOTE Always ensure that a consistent seal between the combustion chamber and the glass frame is achieved Glass Frame Assembly locates over lip on top of combustion chamber lid and drops onto flange as shown To remove unclip base clips as shown in fig...

Page 14: ... the burner gauze as shown below in figure 16 onto the raised platform Fig 16 b Place the bark chippings over the burner as shown below in figure 17 do not allow the bark chippings to cover the area around the pilot as indicated below Fig 17 14 Keep area around pilot clear of bark chippings ...

Page 15: ...se log as shown below in figure 18 using the groove in the base log as a guide for placement Fig 18 d Fit Log C into position on left hand side of the fuel bed base log as shown below in figure 19 using the groove in the base log as a guide for placement Fig 19 15 C B ...

Page 16: ...as shown below in figure 20 using the groove in Log A as a guide for placement Fig 20 e Fit log G into position at the left hand side of the fuel bed base log A as shown below in figure 21 using the groove in the centre of the base log as a guide for placement Fig 21 16 F G ...

Page 17: ...to position at the centre of the fuel bed as shown below in figure 23 using the groove in the base log in the base log as a guide for position Fig 23 Warning Use only the logs supplied with the fire When replacing the logs remove the old logs and discard them Fit a complete set of logs of the correct type Do not fit additional logs or any logs other than a genuine replacement set 17 D E ...

Page 18: ... a tipping site licensed for the disposal of industrial waste Protective clothing is not required when handling these arrticles but we do recommend you follow the normal hygiene rules of not smoking eating or drinking in the work area and always wash your hands before eating or drinking This appliance does not contain any component manufactured from asbestos or asbestos related products Refit the ...

Page 19: ...m assembly into the slots in the front face top of the combustion chamber lid as shown below in figure 24 Fig 24 b Ensure the retaining lugs are correctly engaged into the slots and not supported by the heat shield When the trim is correctly located it will be fitted flush to the wall Retaining lips on rear face of trim hook into the slots on the combustion 19 ...

Page 20: ...MER mode 3 4 1 Operation of the Fire in MANUAL mode a Locate the ON OFF switch on the appliance it is situated behind the controls access cover at the bottom of the fire Ensure that the on off switch on the valve is in the ON 1 position as shown below in figure 25 Fig 25 b The remote handset is now used to control all functions of the fire To light the fire press the UP arrow and and OFF button si...

Page 21: ...ow on the handset twice LO will be displayed NOTE The flame will go to HIGH rate heat input before going to designated LOW rate heat input To return back to HIGH rate heat input press the LARGE flame button twice To put the fire in In STANDBY MODE only the pilot remains lit press and hold the SMALL flame arrow on the handset See figure 27 below Fig 27 d To turn the fire off press the OFF button th...

Page 22: ...ng the day or if setting the same temperature for day and night the fire will compensate for the generally cooler evening temperatures and automatically increase the heat input level accordingly c To set the temperature ensure the handset is in TEMPERATURE mode and then press the SET button until the TEMP display flashes then let go Proceed to set the desired temperature by pressing the UP large f...

Page 23: ...ed as per figure 30 below and the time flashes Set the hour by pressing the UP large flame and set the minutes in ten minute increments by pressing the DOWN small flame as necessary then press OFF button to complete the process Repeat for the P1 moon symbol is displayed as per figure 31 below Set the hour by pressing the UP large flame and set the minutes in ten minute increments by pressing the D...

Page 24: ... the Remote Handset a Simultanelously press the UP large flame arrow and DOWN small flame arrow buttons on the remote handset b Press the UP large flame arrow to set the hour and the DOWN small flame arrow to set the minutes 3 4 6 To Set the oC 24 Hour or oF 12 Hour Clock a Press and hold the OFF and the DOWN small flame arrow buttons on the handset simultaneously until the display changes from oC...

Page 25: ...repeat the test after a further 5 10 minutes d If spillage persists the flue is not functioning correctly and a fault exists If after investigation the fault cannot be traced and rectified the fire must be disconnected from the gas supply and expert advice obtained e If there is an extractor fan fitted any where in the vicinity of the appliance the spillage test should be repeated with the fan run...

Page 26: ...s be carried out 4 1 Removing the burner assembly from the fire 4 1 1 Isolate the gas supply 4 1 2 Remove trim from the front of the fire as shown in section 3 3 4 1 3 Remove the glass frame assembly from the fire as shown in section 2 8 then disconnect the inlet pipe connection from the inlet elbow 4 1 4 Remove the log set and loose bark chippings from the burner taking care not to damage the log...

Page 27: ...semble with a new pilot assembly and carry out a gas tightness test after re assembly 4 4 Removing the Gas Control Valve 4 4 1 Isolate the gas supply Remove the burner controls assembly as detailed in item 4 1 4 4 2 Disconnect the pilot inlet and main burner pipes remove the mounting screws that hold the valve in position then disconnect the thermocouple and interrupter 4 4 3 Replace in reverse or...

Page 28: ... of the handset on the handset Parts Shortlist Glass frame assembly 1148 159240 Mertik gas control valve B 92200 Receiver unit B 153140 Thermostatic handset B 148120 Oxypilot B 128100 Complete log set B 161110 Base log B 161250 Log B B 109710 Log C B 109720 Log D B 109730 Log E B 109740 Log F B 109750 Log G B 109760 28 ...

Page 29: ... least 300mm above the top of the appliance and the depth of the shelf does not exceed 150mm The fire may be installed below combustible shelves which exceed 150mm deep providing that the clearance above the fire is increased by 15mm for each 25mm of additional overhang in excess of 150mm If this appliance is fitted directly on to a wall without the use of a fireplace or surround soft wall coverin...

Page 30: ...Servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered engineer It is a condition of Kinder Fires lifetime guarantees schemes that this is carried out by a competent person i e a GAS SAFE registered Engineer The service should include visually checking the appliance flue terminal and fireplace for accumulation of debris around the firebox and inspection of the...

Page 31: ...out If this occurs leave the fire for at least three minutes then follow the lighting procedure as described in the previous section In the event of repeated operation a GAS SAFE registered gas installer must be called to investigate and rectify the cause The fuel bed remains hot for a considerable period after use and sufficient time should be allowed for the fire to cool before cleaning etc The ...

Page 32: ...MPERATURE mode and TIMER mode 5 4 1 Operation of the Fire in MANUAL mode a Locate the ON OFF switch on the appliance it is situated behind the controls access cover at the bottom of the fire Ensure that the on off switch on the valve is in the ON 1 position as shown below in figure 1 Fig 1 b The remote handset is now used to control all functions of the fire To light the fire press the UP arrow an...

Page 33: ...row on the handset twice LO will be displayed NOTE The flame will go to HIGH rate heat input before going to designated LOW rate heat input To return back to HIGH rate heat input press the LARGE flame button twice To put the fire in In STANDBY MODE only the pilot remains lit press and hold the SMALL flame arrow on the handset See figure 3 below Fig 3 d To turn the fire off press the OFF button thi...

Page 34: ...ng the day or if setting the same temperature for day and night the fire will compensate for the generally cooler evening temperatures and automatically increase the heat input level accordingly c To set the temperature ensure the handset is in TEMPERATURE mode and then press the SET button until the TEMP display flashes then let go Proceed to set the desired temperature by pressing the UP large f...

Page 35: ...ayed as per figure 6 below and the time flashes Set the hour by pressing the UP large flame and set the minutes in ten minute increments by pressing the DOWN small flame as necessary then press OFF button to complete the process Repeat for the P1 moon symbol is displayed as per figure 7 below Set the hour by pressing the UP large flame and set the minutes in ten minute increments by pressing the D...

Page 36: ... the Remote Handset a Simultanelously press the UP large flame arrow and DOWN small flame arrow buttons on the remote handset b Press the UP large flame arrow to set the hour and the DOWN small flame arrow to set the minutes 5 4 6 To Set the oC 24 Hour or oF 12 Hour Clock a Press and hold the OFF and the DOWN small flame arrow buttons on the handset simultaneously until the display changes from oC...

Page 37: ...s materials without gloves could cause skin irritation The fuelbed should never be washed or exposed to any cleaning agents or water Any damaged parts must be replaced by contacting your dealer whose details may be found on the BFM Europe website address on the rear page The log set must only be replaced with a genuine replacement and the fire must never be run with a different log set fitted The ...

Page 38: ...ner gauze as shown below in figure 8 onto the raised platform Fig 8 b Place the bark chippings over the burner as shown below in figure 9 do not allow the bark chippings to cover the area around the pilot as indicated below Fig 9 38 Keep area around pilot clear of bark chippings ...

Page 39: ...se log as shown below in figure 10 using the groove in the base log as a guide for placement Fig 10 d Fit Log C into position on left hand side of the fuel bed base log as shown below in figure 11 using the groove in the base log as a guide for placement Fig 11 39 C B ...

Page 40: ...as shown below in figure 12 using the groove in Log A as a guide for placement Fig 12 e Fit log G into position at the left hand side of the fuel bed base log A as shown below in figure 13 using the groove in the centre of the base log as a guide for placement Fig 13 40 F G ...

Page 41: ...base log as shown below in figure 14 using the groove in the base log as a guide for placement Fig 14 g Fit log E into position at the centre of the fuel bed as shown below in figure 15 using the groove in the base log in the base log as a guide for position Fig 15 41 D E ...

Page 42: ... and after working on the fire When replacing these articles we recommend that the replaced items are not broken up but are sealed within a heavy duty polythene bag clearly labelled as RCF waste This is not classified as hazardous waste and may be disposed of at a tipping site licensed for the disposal of industrial waste Protective clothing is not required when handling these arrticles but we do ...

Page 43: ...ttom of the combustion chamber by the two hinge clamp brackets as shown below in figure 17 These are clamped together to form the seal between the glass frame assembly and the combustion chamber Fig 17 Glass Frame Assembly locates over lip on top of combustion chamber lid and drops onto flange as shown To remove unclip base clips as shown in figure 16 and lift clear denotes correct final position ...

Page 44: ... of the combustion chamber lid as shown below in figure 18 Fig 18 b Ensure the retaining lugs are correctly engaged into the slots and not supported by the heat shield When the trim is correctly located it will be fitted flush to the wall IMPORTANT NOTE The trim assembly of this product is a working surface and as such will become hot in use Allow the product and trim to fully cool prior to attemp...

Page 45: ...res stockists whose details can be found on our web site www bfm europe com in the stockist section Complete log set B 161110 Base log B 161250 Log B B 109710 Log C B 109720 Log D B 109730 Log E B 109740 Log F B 109750 Log G B 109760 5 10 REPLACING THE BATTERIES IN THE HANDSET a Remove the 1 off 9V battery by removing the cover on the back of the handset b Refit new battery and replace cover 5 11 ...

Page 46: ...t the exact accuracy of descriptions and illustrations cannot be guaranteed Part No B 161170 Issue 3 BFM Europe Ltd Trentham Lakes Stoke on Trent Staffordshire ST4 4TJ www bfm europe com Telephone General Enquiries 01782 339000 Telephone Service 0844 7700169 ...

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