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Valor Fires 954, Installer And Owner Manual

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Safety First.

Valor Fires fires are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British

Standards and Safety Marks.

Quality and Excellence.

All Valor Fires fires are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and

excellence and are manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted

by the British Standards Institute.

The Highest Standards

Valor Fires is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council)

that work to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance.

Careful Installation

This gas fires must be installed by a competent GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer

(GAS SAFE REGISTER or CORGI engineer outside of UK) in accordance with our

installer guide and should not be fitted directly on to a carpet or floor of combustible

material.

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Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2010.

Summary of Contents for 954

Page 1: ...Number 32 032 69 We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed operated and maintained satisfactorily However if further information is required our Valor...

Page 2: ...owing address The Company Secretary 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...

Page 3: ...e British Standards Institute The Highest Standards Valor Fires is a member of SBGI and HHIC Heating and Hot water Industry Council that work to ensure high standards of safety quality and performance...

Page 4: ...Page 4 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010 INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 50 TO 63 INSTALLER GUIDE...

Page 5: ...place and hearth 14 3 10 1 1 Hole in the wall Installations 14 3 10 2 Metal flue box and hearth 16 3 10 3 Precast concrete or clay flue block system and hearth 17 3 11 Flues 18 3 12 Propane gas fires...

Page 6: ...the control settings 38 13 2 Lighting the burner 38 13 3 Operating the burner 38 14 SPILLAGE FLAME SUPERVISION CHECKS 39 14 1 Check for spillage 39 14 2 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring syste...

Page 7: ...rovide additional grip Always use assistance if required This product uses fuel effect pieces and a burner compartment rear wall containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres RCF which are man made vitreous si...

Page 8: ...been used for this efficiency calculation The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by Advantica Certification services 0087 The efficiency value may be used in the UK Govern...

Page 9: ...nts for metal chimneys BS 715 Specification for metal flue boxes for gas fired appliances not exceeding 20kW BS EN 1858 Chimneys Components Concrete flue blocks BS EN 1806 Chimneys Clay ceramic flue b...

Page 10: ...The A S D will shut the appliance down if an unacceptable amount of harmful products of combustion accumulate Under no circumstances should the A S D be altered or bypassed in any way Only a genuine...

Page 11: ...over the area covered by the hotbox top and side flange seals to ensure good sealing These faces should be made good if necessary 3 7 4 If the appliance is to be fitted against a wall with combustible...

Page 12: ...rugs over it 3 9 Fireplace clearances 3 9 1 The minimum height from the base of the fireplace opening to the underside of any shelf made from wood or other combustible materials is detailed below For...

Page 13: ...del Height mm Width mm Depth into room mm Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance mm Recommended clearance to non combustible surfaces for access p...

Page 14: ...level should be increased to at least 147mm Luxor and Opulent models If a reduced depth hearth is fitted the fire must be installed so that the distance from the base of the fireplace opening in the...

Page 15: ...Page 15 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 4 Hearth and fireplace opening dimensions...

Page 16: ...he flue box must conform to those shown in figure 5 The top surface of the metal flue box must be covered with a 50mm layer of mineral wool or equivalent insulation See figure 5 Important Note Where t...

Page 17: ...suitable for installations under all circumstances unless there is a history of cracking problems Remember that faults such as cracking may be caused by poorly built and restrictive flues e g mortar...

Page 18: ...constructed precast concrete or clay flue system conforming to BS1289 or BS EN 1858 This system is only suitable if the conditions stated in section 3 10 3 are met 2 The flue must conform to BS 5440 P...

Page 19: ...ting the fascia brackets on Opulent Luxor Heritage and Westminster models 2 M4 x 10 screws for securing the fascia Not required on Brooklyn and Moonlight models 2 M4 x 10mm countersunk screws For slid...

Page 20: ...Page 20 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 7 Pack contents...

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Page 23: ...ssary make sound with suitable cement If method 2 is chosen make sure that the area at the back is sound enough to take the eyebolts If these areas have deteriorated due to prolonged use they should b...

Page 24: ...rom the electrode pin to the pilot tip See figure 9 Brooklyn Moonlight models Attach the slider knob assembly to the slider using two M4 x 10mm screws supplied See figure 10 Press down the control kno...

Page 25: ...LIANCE FOR INSTALLATION 8 1 Appliance preparation 1 Remove any transit tape and packing and inspect for any evidence of mishandling which might affect the performance Each unit is flame tested before...

Page 26: ...tances where fitting the restrictor causes the fire to fail the spillage test In such cases the restrictor will have to be removed After removal conduct the spillage check again The restrictor is pack...

Page 27: ...n in the fireplace 7 Fit a woodscrew through each hole in the hotbox flanges and tighten to seal the box to the fireplace surround 9 2 Method 2 Cable retention 1 Make sure that the relevant areas at t...

Page 28: ...end of each cable 9 Pull each cable taut Push the cable retainers hard up against the side panels The end of the cable adjuster will pass into the hole Tighten the screws in the retainers so that they...

Page 29: ...ions Using the floor sealing tape supplied seal the bottom of the hotbox to the fireplace and hearth floor See figure 20 Page 29 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 19 Lower cable ret...

Page 30: ...is is normal and is due to the time required to fill the main burner compartment with sufficient gas for ignition 10 3 Operating the burner 1 When the burner is operating properly gradually lift the c...

Page 31: ...10 5 Fitting the burner tray trim to the Brooklyn Chic and Moonlight models All other models do not have a burner tray trim 1 Fit the burner tray trim over the front rim of the burner tray There are...

Page 32: ...x 10mm screw supplied Step 5 Locate the left hand side trim and slider control and secure with 2 off countersunk M4 x 10mm screw supplied 11 2 Assembling the Westminster fascia See steps 3 5 in figur...

Page 33: ...age and Westminster fascia 1 Fit the fascia to the appliance by locating the top to the upper hanging brackets See figure 25 then attaching it to the body of the appliance using the two screws supplie...

Page 34: ...The fascia is supplied with three decorative trims Where fitted remove any protective film from the surface of the trims Locate the trims as in figure 28 Locate the side trims first 5 Connect the cont...

Page 35: ...wo screws supplied If using the Hole in the wall baffle place the fascia brackets over the baffle and secure using the two screws for securing the fascia See Figure 27 5 Connect the control linkage to...

Page 36: ...scia See figure 34 It may be necessary to re position the magnets that secure the lower section Page 36 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 34 Fitting the lower section to the Chic fa...

Page 37: ...3 Supplied with the fire is a self adhesive control position label Peel the backing from the label and place as in figure 30 12 FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT The installer and owner guide for the c...

Page 38: ...further 10 seconds to allow the pilot flame to stabilise 4 Release the button The button should automatically spring up to the low heat position If for any reason the slider control does not spring up...

Page 39: ...If an extractor fan is installed in the same room as the appliance or a connecting room check that spillage does not occur with the fan operating and all doors and other openings between the fan and t...

Page 40: ...he oil 3 Advise the customer how to operate the fire 4 Explain to the customer that the appliance has a flame failure and spillage monitoring system Point out the explanation of this system shown in t...

Page 41: ...uctions Stress that no extra ceramic fuel effect pieces must be added over and above those supplied with the appliance and that any replacements must only be the authorised spares Warn that ignoring t...

Page 42: ...lacing 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 RCF waste is classed as a stable non reactiv...

Page 43: ...figure 39 3 Detach the microswitch and insulation pad by removing two screws 4 Replace in the reverse order 5 Check that the microswitch operates correctly by fully closing it and observing that ther...

Page 44: ...figure 43 Pull the fascia clear and place carefully aside 5 Refit in the reverse order Make sure that the fascia is properly located over the upper retaining brackets See section 11 of this manual fo...

Page 45: ...from the slider control by removing two screws See figure 45 3 Replace in the reverse order 16 6 To remove the burner unit 1 Remove the fascia See section 16 4 2 Remove the ceramic fuel effect pieces...

Page 46: ...tightened to the gas shut off tap slacken it and rotate to allow the leads to be fitted Retighten making sure that the leads remain in place in the interrupter block Fit and tighten the thermocouple...

Page 47: ...bow to the tap Remove the elbow by rotating it 8 If fitting a new tap remove the hexagonal nut at the mounting bracket end of the old tap and fit to the replacement tap Refit in the reverse order When...

Page 48: ...nut to prevent possible damage to the microswitch 6 Remove the hexagonal bolt securing the control pivot bracket to the controller at the rear 7 Detach the control pivot bracket 8 Remove the hexagonal...

Page 49: ...liance from the fireplace 1 Remove the burner unit See section 16 6 2 See section 9 of this guide slacken the hexagonal adjusters on the cable retainers and unscrew the thumbscrews to release the cabl...

Page 50: ...Page 50 Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010 OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION SEE PAGES 60 TO 63...

Page 51: ...MAINTENANCE 58 Battery replacement 58 Regular maintenance 59 Replacement ceramics 59 WARRANTY AND SERVICE 60 This gas fire is designed to meet the most stringent quality performance and safety requir...

Page 52: ...mum clearance of 750mm from the base of the fireplace opening to any shelf made of wood or other combustible material where the shelf is not more than 150mm deep For a shelf deeper than 150mm add 12 5...

Page 53: ...s over the fire Don t add any extra fuel effect pieces above the number stated in the installer and owner guide supplied with the ceramic fuel effect The installer may have attached it to this guide o...

Page 54: ...C D E Model Height mm Width mm Depth into room mm Minimum mandatory clearance to combustible surfaces projecting beyond the front of appliance mm Recommended clearance to non combustible surfaces for...

Page 55: ...nic ignition system should cause a series of sparks that should light the pilot Within four seconds of the pilot igniting the main burner should light at its minimum setting If no sparks are produced...

Page 56: ...minutes the full visual effect will only be apparent after a somewhat longer time iii The appliance will operate to its maximum potential if the flue is primed during the first 20 30 minutes of operat...

Page 57: ...pieces and a burner compartment rear wall containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres RCF which are man made vitreous silicate fibres Excessive exposure to this material may cause irritation to eyes skin and...

Page 58: ...loughby models The lower hanging trim is hooked in place To remove hold it firmly and lift upward and forward Brooklyn and Moonlight models To access the battery the fascia must be removed To do this...

Page 59: ...ths by a competent person In the UK a GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer Outside of the UK a CORGI or GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer We recommend that all gas appliances and their flues wherever situated are chec...

Page 60: ...promise to you If you experience a fault with your new fire we aim to provide a safe and high quality repair service supported by our dedicated national network of highly skilled engineers If your ins...

Page 61: ...lacement of the complete unit providing the failure is related to a manufacturing fault that cannot be repaired or is uneconomic to repair What this warranty does not cover Repairs to fires which have...

Page 62: ...axi Heating U K Limited 2010 OWNER GUIDE Installer Details Block Capitals Installer Name Gas Safe Register or Corgi Registration Number Company Name Company Address Company Telephone number Company Fa...

Page 63: ...lation Serial number Can be found on information label See figure 8 Fascia name Block Capitals Fascia code Can be found on information label Block Capitals Figure 8 Model 9 5 4 A LABEL CONTAINING THE...

Page 64: ...Baxi Heating U K Limited 2010...

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