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Copyright Planika Sp. z o.o.  

www.planikafires.com 

 

IG0222#03 

03.10.2019 

 

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Gas cylinder connection 

Twist-on connection 

Quick-release 

1.

 

Check if the bottle valve is TURNED OFF turning 

it clockwise 

2.

 

Remove the protection tip and store it for later 

use. 

1.

 

Remove the protection tip. Do not use any tools, 

leave the tip hanging freely.

 

3.

 

Before making the connection check if the black 

seal is not damaged. 

 

2.

 

Make  sure  all  the  taps  on  the  gas  device  are 

closed and if the switch in in the OFF position. 

 

4.

 

Fit the connecting nut to the cylinder with the 

use of a correct wrench or the connecting knob. 

(left  thread)  Do  not  allow  the  gas  bottle 

connectors to be fastened too tightly. 

 

3.

 

Place  the  quick-release  regulator  on  the  valve 

and press it down hard. If the switch is correctly 

turned off you will hear a characteristic click. 

 

5.

 

When the gas flow is required turn the valve of 

the bottle counter-clockwise. 

 

4.

 

To let the gas flow in turn the switch into the ON 

position (or into the flame image). 

 

 

Place the gas bottle in a correct distance from the fireplace (min 1,5 metres away). 

 

WARNING!!!

 Check the gas connection for leakage. If anything suggests a leak is present (for instance a 

characteristic gas smell) close the gas bottle valve and under no circumstances turn the device on before 
removing the leak. 

 

After removing the leak one may open the gas bottle valve again. 

Summary of Contents for Lighthouse

Page 1: ... z o o www planikafires com IG0222 03 03 10 2019 1 INSTALLATION and USER S MANUAL LIGHTHOUSE G30 G31 Propane Butane Propane H H1 H2 L mm 1560 848 577 400 Manufactured by Planika Sp z o o ul Bydgoska 38 86 061 Brzoza Poland ...

Page 2: ...9 3 5 Gas cylinder montage 10 3 5 1 Installation of the gas linkage and gas cylinder replacement 11 3 5 2 Adapter for the gas cylinder connection 13 3 5 3 Regulator replacement 14 4 USER S MANUAL 16 4 1 Start up of the device 16 4 2 Regulation of the flame size 18 4 3 Device shutdown 18 4 4 Replacing the battery 19 5 TESTING 20 5 1 Checking for gas leaks 20 5 2 Checking the flame appearance 20 6 M...

Page 3: ...equirements contained in the Directive and the Ordinance on gas appliances EU 2016 426 Product Parasol patio heaters Flueless radiant heaters for outdoor or amply ventilated area use Type Lighthouse Regulation 2016 426 EU Standards PN 14543 2017 09 PN EN 437 2019 03 The notified body Kiwa Nederland B V Wilmersdorf 50 P O Box 137 7300 AC APELDOORN The Netherlands Unit number 0063 carried out and on...

Page 4: ...ocal laws regarding gas safety installation and use One needs to assess whether the data one the product plaque complies with the local type of gas and pressure Do not change the structure of the device or its sealed elements nor modify the default settings of the Lighthouse fireplace Do not set any additional imitation blocks nor any glowing coal fragments on the burner or in the combustion chamb...

Page 5: ... If the Lighthouse is not in use for a longer period of time e g winter time we advise you to store it inside All parts of the Lighthouse fireplace are made of stain resistant material Never leave a turned on Lighthouse without supervision The Lighthouse fireplace needs to be installed in a place inaccessible for children unauthorised persons or animals for the direct contact with the flame or hot...

Page 6: ...ulator every 5 years The allowed pressures are 30mbar 37mbar recommended 50 mbar Use only regulators complying with the European EN16129 Norm Use only approved and certified gas connection linkage Replace the linkage every 2 years Check the flexible hose at least once per month and each time the cylinder is changed If it shows signs of cracking splitting or other deterioration it shall be exchange...

Page 7: ...place them away from it Carefully pull out the glass shield wrapped in cardboard placed on the inside of the device Check the completeness of the elements with the contents list Make sure that the device nor its elements weren t damaged during the transportation if they were notify the supplier Place Lighthouse on a flat paved surface outside of the building preferably on the place of final instal...

Page 8: ... the top of the protective basket of the ignition unit Photo2 Photo 2 3 3 Twin wheels installation 1 Screw 2 Spring washer 3 Large washer 4 Nuts 2 pieces 5 Wheel 2 wheels with brakes should be installed on the gas cylinder compartment door side 2 wheels without brakes should be installed on the opposite side ...

Page 9: ...er and 2 nuts 3 4 Installation of the glass screen Carefully remove cardboard and foam foil from the glass screens Remove all contaminations from the glass shields which could burn out on the glass during operation of the Lighthouse in particular fingerprints Install glass shields in the corresponding slots on the top of appliance Make sure that edges secured with fiber glass gasket face upwards ...

Page 10: ...he connected control panel during it replacement During operation the gas cylinder is hidden inside the device behind easily removable doors The housing for the gas bottle is not airtight and has to be correctly ventilated It is equipped with an upper ventilation slot above the top of the bottle of an area min 1 100 of the area of the base of the housing and a lower ventilation slot of an area min...

Page 11: ...onal standards and norms The Lighthouse fireplace can use metal or steel bottles or composite bottles filled with propane butane gas or propane gas This device features a twist on regulator with current pressure of 37mbar It can be replaced into a regulator with a quick release with pressure regulator of 37 mbar WARNING NEVER use an unstable gas connection without a regulator Gas cylinders have tw...

Page 12: ...connecting knob left thread Do not allow the gas bottle connectors to be fastened too tightly 3 Place the quick release regulator on the valve and press it down hard If the switch is correctly turned off you will hear a characteristic click 5 When the gas flow is required turn the valve of the bottle counter clockwise 4 To let the gas flow in turn the switch into the ON position or into the flame ...

Page 13: ...egulator or the connecting nut with the use of a wrench or a connecting knob 3 Take off the quick release regulator by pressing the switch horizontally and simultaneously pulling the whole regulator upwards 5 REPLACE the linkage closer or cap on the empty or partially full bottle if it s not being used 4 REPLACE the tightening cap on an empty or partially full bottle if it s not being used 3 5 2 A...

Page 14: ...thread W21 8x1 14 LH 3 5 3 Regulator replacement 1 You always need to use a pressure regulator between the gas bottle and the device Replace the pressure regulator every 5 years Allowed pressures 30 mbar 37 mbar recommended 50 mbar Use only the redactors that comply with the EN16129 European Norm 2 Turn off the Lighthouse the OFF position The main burner needs to be turned off 3 Disconnect the reg...

Page 15: ...ARNING In the event of visible damage on the clamp replace it for a new one Lighthouse is equipped with the anti tilt valve which shuts the device down in case if the fireplace is tilted or collapsed The valve automatically cuts off the gas supply to the controller and this extinguishes the flame WARNING make sure the anti tilt valve is always installed in upward position ...

Page 16: ... pilot flame The flame height of the main burner may be appropriately regulated with by turning the knob Next to the knob is placed electric ignition button powered by AAA battery The control panel is placed behind the door of the gas cylinder compartment Photo 3 Photo 3 4 1 Start up of the device Make sure that the knob is placed in OFF position all the way clockwise Photo 4 Photo 4 ...

Page 17: ... have replaced and installed a new LPG gas cylinder When the flame is ignited keep holding the knob for around 5 seconds until the thermo couple which will keep the main valve in an open position warms up You may now release the knob If however the flame is extinguished repeat the process once again until a stable flame is achieved WARNING After 2 3 unsuccessful attempts terminate and check the co...

Page 18: ...ise or counter clockwise To achieve a higher flame turn the knob counter clockwise to Hi position To achieve a lower flame turn the knob clockwise to Lo position Photo 7 Photo 7 4 3 Device shutdown To turn off the device simultaneously press and turn the knob all the way clockwise Photo 8 The gas supply will be cut and the flame on burner will be turned off Photo 8 Additionally close also the valv...

Page 19: ...bly damaged Only replace the battery when the appliance has been completely switched off The battery is placed in the container located on the control pane next to the flame regulation knob Unscrew the ignition button Remove the battery and place the new one into the container WARNING Remember about proper polarization of the battery Screw the cover of the battery container ...

Page 20: ...bubbles are present that means the connection has a leak Remove the leaks in the identified spaces Check for leaks once again After the inspection dry the inspected connections The device may only be used again after all leaks are removed If the problem happens again please contact the dealer 5 2 Checking the flame appearance Burn the Lighthouse on max flame height and check the appearance of the ...

Page 21: ...ce the glass screen for a new one To conduct this contact your dealer Gas linkage and pressure regulator in case their expiry date is invalid replace these ancillaries for new ones If you encountered problems with the regulator gas linkage burner or regulation valves do not try to fix these parts Contact a sales person an authorised service or an importer in order to acquire spare parts To ensure ...

Page 22: ...s of the warranty are available on the http www warranty planikafires com 8 TROUBLESHOOTING Warning Montage upkeep and service need to be conducted by a qualified professional with appropriate qualification an appropriate company or the gas supplier PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION SMELL OF GAS CLOSE THE VALVE ON THE GAS CYLINDER IMMEDIATELY DO NOT USE THE DEVICE UNTIL LEAKS HAVE BEEN REMO...

Page 23: ...mm 1 1 1 1 1 1 Gas consumption kg h 0 28 0 32 0 35 0 28 0 32 0 35 0 27 0 28 0 32 Nominal Heat Input Hi kW 3 7 4 1 4 8 4 2 4 7 5 5 4 1 4 2 4 1 Nominal Heat Input Hs kW 4 0 4 4 5 2 4 6 5 2 6 0 4 5 4 6 4 4 Safety device Thermocouple Gas control valve BS190 Flexible hose 2 m Ø9mm 10 MANUFACTURER S CONTACT DETAILS Company Name Planika Sp z o o Address Bydgoska 38 86 061 Brzoza Poland Telephone 48 52 36...

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