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CAUTION
IF YOU SMELL GAS
DON’T SMOKE
EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES
DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF
TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER
OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS
IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE - SEE YOUR LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
1.
As with any gas appliance, this fire must be
installed by a competent person in accordance
with the latest edition of the gas safety
(installation & use) regulations.
2.
If the fire is intended to be installed to a
chimney which was previously used for solid
fuel, please note that the chimney must be
swept prior to installation.
3.
On no account must the fire stand on carpets
or other combustible materials. The fire must
stand behind a non-combustible hearth
surface at least 880 mm wide and 300mm from
front to back. The hearth material must be at
least 12.5mm thick. The periphery of the
hearth (or fender) should be at least 50mm
above floor level to discourage placing carpets,
rugs or other combustible materials over it.
4.
The minimum clearance from the top surface
of the fire to the underside of any shelf made
from wood or other combustible materials is
as follows:-
•
For a shelf up to 150mm deep
Minimum height = 203mm
•
For a shelf deeper than 150mm
203mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth
over 150mm.
5.
It should be appreciated that although this
appliance conforms to all the applicable
standards, it is a heating appliance and certain
parts of its surface will become hot. A suitable
guard which complies with BS 6539 or 6778
should be used for the protection of young
children, the elderly and the infirm. Such a
guard is also recommended for the protection
of pet animals.
6.
Always switch the fire off and allow to cool
before cleaning or carrying out any
maintenance.
7.
Never hang clothing, towels or any other
fabrics over the fire.
8.
This fire is fitted with a device which will
automatically shut off the supply of gas to the
fire if, for any reason, the pilot goes out. If this
device does operate or if the fire is turned off
accidentally or intentionally, always wait three
minutes before attempting to relight.
9.
Soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl etc.)
which have a raised pattern, are easily affected
by heat. They may, therefore, scorch or
become discoloured when close to a heating
appliance. Please bear this in mind when
having a heating appliance installed and when
redecorating.
Please note
When operating your fire for the first time, some vapours
may be given off which may cause a slight odour and could
possibly set off any smoke alarms in the immediate vicinity.
These vapours are quite normal with new appliances. They
are totally harmless and will disappear after a few hours use.
It is quite common for the radiants to take on a brown tint
after a period of use. This is normal with all types of ceramic
radiant and has no adverse effect whatsoever on the
performance or safety of the appliance.
Thank you for choosing this Valor gas appliance. This fire has been designed to give years of trouble-free service. To maintain its
optimum performance, advantage should be taken of the regular servicing and inspection services available for gas appliances.
Annual servicing is recommended. Valor contact telephone numbers are listed on page 5
