Paragon P7, Installation & Maintenance Instructions Manual, Page: 18 / 28

18 LT6757 ( Iss 1 06/14 )
P7 Installation Instructions
SECTION TEN Checking Operation of Fire
CHECKING FOR COMBUSTION PRODUCTS CLEARENCE
IMPORTANT :-The smoke test must be carried out with the fire starting from cold.
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Light the fire and leave at maximum input.
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Close all the doors and windows.
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After five minutes fit the smoke match in a holder and position as illustrated with the head of the
match just inside the test opening.
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Run the match along the top edge All smoke must be drawn into the test opening if the clearance
is satisfactory.
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If spillage occurs wait a further five minutes and repeat the test.
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Repeat the test with doors open and with any extractor fans in other rooms in operation.
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If spillage is detected the cause must be discovered and the fault corrected, if the fault cannot be
corrected, disconnect the fire from the gas supply and seek expert advice. Spillage can be caused
by a restriction in the flue system, down draught or insufficient ventilation into the room where the
fire is installed.
ADVISE CUSTOMER THAT:
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The glass front of this fire acts as a dress guard, conforming to BS 1945 (1997) and satisfies the
heating appliance regulations (1991) however; a fireguard conforming to BS6539 (1997) must be
used to protect young children, the elderly, or infirm.
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The curing effect of heating the logs and other refractory components will cause an initial odour.
This is due to the starch used in the manufacturing process and is non-toxic.
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Any debris should be cleaned from the appliance. A vacuum cleaner can be used but only after all
the loose logs have been removed.
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The appliance should be serviced annually by a competent person in accordance with these
instructions and the appliance checked for spillage in accordance with the method detailed in
these instructions.
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Demonstrate changing the batteries.
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Demonstrate the lighting and extinguishing procedures to the user and the removal and refitting of
the glass panel for cleaning. Refer to the user section of this booklet.
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If ventilation is fitted for any reason it must be checked regularly to ensure freedom from
obstructions.
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Hand these instructions over to the user along with the spare batteries and glass removal
tool.