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Hydroflame

®

Dream is designed for installation into a fireplace opening or surround,

try the heater in the opening to ensure that it will fit.

Where and how can you fit the heater?

Q

Can the heater be installed into a ‘hole in the wall’ (elevated opening)?

A

We do not recommend the heater for this type of installation.

Q

What opening size do you need in the surround or fireplace opening?

A

This heater can be fitted into fireplaces or surrounds where the following
dimensions are available.

Width 

395mm -  450 mm. 

Height

555mm - 590 mm. 

Depth

At least 165mm (See below).

Q

Do you want to fit the heater into a surround or fireplace?

A

The minimum rebate / depth required is 165mm. An optional spacer frame kit* is
available which has a depth of 50mm. This will reduce the rebate / depth
required to 115mm.
*kit number 5135855.

Repairs.

Product repairs must be authorised by Valor Fires. Please telephone us on 

0844 8711 565 

(National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).

In the Republic of Ireland Telephone

0044 844 8711 565.

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Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2009.

INSTALLER GUIDE

Summary of Contents for 870 hydroflame Dream

Page 1: ...s intended to help you install and care for your Valor Fires Hydroflame Dream Please read carefully before installing and using your heater However if further information is required our Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help Telephone 0844 8711 565 National call rates apply in the United Kingdom In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 0044 844 8711 565 ...

Page 2: ...y Baxi Heating UK Limited The Wyvern Business Park Stanier Way Derby DE21 6BF Warning Any person who does any unauthorised act in relation to a copyright work may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for damages Hydroflame is a Registered Trade Mark of Smith s Environmental Products Limited Safety First Valor Fires heaters are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British ...

Page 3: ...Page 3 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2009 INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 18 TO 27 INSTALLER GUIDE ...

Page 4: ...ethod A Securing with screws 12 Method B Securing with wire 12 Method C Securing the optional spacer frame kit 5135855 with screws 14 Method D Securing the optional spacer frame kit 5135855 with wire 14 5 FITTING THE FASCIA 15 6 COMMISSIONING THE HEATER 16 7 FAULT FINDING 17 No flame effect 17 Fan does not run on any switch setting or no heat output on electric heating 17 No heat output on central...

Page 5: ...ght is considered too heavy then obtain assistance When lifting always keep your back straight Bend your legs and not your back Avoid twisting at the waist It is better to reposition your feet Avoid upper body top heavy bending Always bend from the knees rather than the waist Do not lean forward or sideways whilst handling the heater Always grip with the palm of the hand Do not use the tips of fin...

Page 6: ...ywhere where water or high humidity is in use i e Bathrooms Kitchens Shower Rooms and Swimming Pools etc It is accepted that the heater is connected to a water system Never use aerosols or steam cleaners on or around the heater Never route the electric cable under carpet etc Never install the heater close to curtains or combustible materials Never use the heater to dry clothes etc Never sit or sta...

Page 7: ... to avoid a hazard it must be replaced by a Valor Fires authorised service agent or similarly qualified person All external wiring between the heater and the electrical supply shall comply with current IEE regulations Extension leads should not be used 3 OPTIONAL KITS An optional 50mm deep spacer frame kit is obtainable either from your heater supplier or direct from Valor Fires Sales The kit numb...

Page 8: ...ith either 15mm diameter copper pipe or cross linked polyethylene barrier pipe to BS 7291 Location To avoid the possibility of vibration ensure the fire opening is clear of debris and the fireplace base or floor is level There should be at least 50mm clearance between the top of the fascia and anything such as a shelf fireplace surround or mantel etc This will allow the fascia to be lifted off or ...

Page 9: ... or surrounds where the following dimensions are available Width 395mm 450 mm Height 555mm 590 mm Depth At least 165mm See below Q Do you want to fit the heater into a surround or fireplace A The minimum rebate depth required is 165mm An optional spacer frame kit is available which has a depth of 50mm This will reduce the rebate depth required to 115mm kit number 5135855 Repairs Product repairs mu...

Page 10: ... shown below Page 10 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2009 INSTALLER GUIDE Contents Quantity Illustrations are not to scale Heater 1 Tension wire 1 Eye screw 1 Wood screw 4 Wall plug 5 M4 x 25mm screw 2 Washer 2 Flexible installation hoses with isolating elbows 2 Figure 1 Contents ...

Page 11: ... and completely cool before continuing 1 Before fitting the flexible hoses it is important to de burr and clean both heater and system flow and return pipes 2 Connect the elbowed ends of the flexible hoses to the product Connect the other ends to the system pipe work The bend radius of the hose must not be less than 60mm when the heater is fully installed Open the valves and check for water leaks ...

Page 12: ...eater is in the middle of the surround or fireplace 2 There are two slotted holes in the top of the heater and two in the lower side flanges See figure 5 We recommend the use of all four holes Mark through the holes so that their position is clear when the heater is removed 3 Gently move the heater forward being careful not to strain the flexible hoses or system pipe work 4 Drill an appropriate si...

Page 13: ...gure 7 8 Thread the other end of the wire through the remaining small hole to the left Continue to push the wire through this hole until there is only a small loop of wire at the front of the heater See point 2 figure 7 9 At the back of the heater there will be a long piece and a short piece of wire coming through the two holes Hold the short piece and give the long piece a gentle tug This will se...

Page 14: ...m the wall 6 Secure the spacer frames to the heater using four No 8 x 3 8 screws supplied See figures 9 and 1 7 Connect the heater to the fused spur 8 Carefully lift the heater and locate the slots on the rear of the spacer frame onto the screws in the wall The screws can be adjusted to ensure a tight fit When mounting to decorative surfaces such as wallpaper be careful not to drag the heater down...

Page 15: ...hose on top of the heater See figure 10 Lower the fascia into place and swing the bottom of the fascia towards the heater 4 Secure the fascia through the holes in the lower side legs of the fascia using two washers and two M4 x 25mm screws supplied See figure 1 5 Place the fire front casting in place Position the ash pan cover beneath the fire front casting Page 15 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2009 IN...

Page 16: ...nstallation is working correctly remember to reset the on board thermostat to its normal setting 9 If the factory setting for the internal low temperature cut out device requires adjustment see the following note Note Hydroflame Dream models are factory set to start operating in central heating mode when the system water temperature is 40ºC or above Due to tolerances in the internal cut out device...

Page 17: ...pur wait 5 minutes then switch the power back on In the event of difficulty please Telephone us on 0844 8711 565 National call rates apply in the United Kingdom In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 0044 844 8711 565 It will be more helpful if you do not remove the product from the central heating system No heat output on central heating mode Ensure the room thermostat is calling for heat Vent any ...

Page 18: ...Page 18 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2009 OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 22 TO 27 ...

Page 19: ...s All Valor Fires heaters are designed to meet the most stringent quality performance and safety requirements to provide our customers with many years of trouble free service This guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your new Valor Fires heater by providing simple and informative instructions to enable you to install it and to ensure that you benefit from the excellent perf...

Page 20: ...less than half the time of a traditional panel radiator Your Hydroflame Dream is fitted with a supplementary electric heating element which allows you to heat your room when the central heating system is switched off Hydroflame Dream also includes an internal device that prevents the fan from operating until water in the central heating system passing through the heat exchanger reaches 40 C As fac...

Page 21: ...eland Telephone 0044 844 8711 565 Warranty Your Hydroflame Dream is covered by a 1 YEAR warranty See pages 22 27 For general advice about your heater to report faults arrange for your heater to be serviced or for sales and product information call us on 0844 8711 565 National call rates apply in the United Kingdom In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 0044 844 8711 565 HEAT OUTPUT PERFORMANCE Heat ...

Page 22: ...ehind the lower trim to the required setting Setting 3 is approximately 20 C If required switch on the flame effect Providing the water temperature in the system is more than 40 C or the temperature set by your installer and the thermostat is calling for heat your Hydroflame Dream will give out heat The flame effect can be turned on or off at any time without affecting the normal operation of the ...

Page 23: ...en as every three months To prevent long fibres effecting the efficiency of the heater we recommend vacuuming with a soft brush attachment across the front grille of the filter each time you vacuum the room To remove the filter for cleaning Important For your safety switch off at the fused spur 1 Lift and remove the lower trim castings 2 Lift the filter grille in an upward then forward direction 3...

Page 24: ...eturning the registration card or calling our free telephone registration line on 0800 032 72 44 Our promise to you If you experience a fault with your new heater we aim to provide a safe and high quality repair service supported by our dedicated highly skilled engineers Nothing in this warranty will affect your statutory rights What you need to do if you experience a problem with the operation of...

Page 25: ... What this warranty does not cover Repairs to heaters which haven t been installed properly and as set out in this guide Faults caused by inadequate supply of electricity gas or water to the property Installations into commercial settings for which the Hydroflame Dream was not designed Any damage caused by hard water scale deposits and or aggressive water resulting from corrosion Any other defects...

Page 26: ... K Limited 2009 To be completed by installer Installer Details Block Capitals Installer Name Gas Safe Register or Corgi Registration Number Company Name Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fax number OWNER GUIDE ...

Page 27: ...nd Please tick Baxi Valor Wonderfire Other D D M M Y Y Date of Installation Fascia name Block Capitals D R E A M Figure 4 Model 8 7 0 Serial number Can be found on the information label See figure 4 To be completed by the installer OWNER GUIDE ...

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