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GDC Group Ltd. OCT 2016

08/52486/0 REV 01

Model 347

RADIANT / CONVECTOR GAS FIRE

Fitted with the following fascia.

Brava

Electronic

INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner

INSTALLATION AND OWNER GUIDE

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 Fires Technical Helpline

will be

pleased to help.

Telephone 

0844 879 35 88 

(National

call rates apply in the United Kingdom).

In the Republic of Ireland

Telephone

01 842 8222.

Summary of Contents for Brava 347

Page 1: ...NSTALLATION AND OWNER GUIDE 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 Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help Telephone 0844 879 35 88 National call rates apply in the United Kingdom In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 01 842 8222 ...

Page 2: ...ss The Company Secretary GDC Group Ltd Millbrook House Hedge End Southampton SO30 2DF 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 Valor Fires GDC Group Ltd Millbrook House Hedge End Southampton SO30 2DF www valor co uk Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement details may...

Page 3: ...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 fire must be installed by a competent GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer CORGI or GAS SAFE REGISTER engineer outside of UK in accordance with our installer guide and should...

Page 4: ...Page 4 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 INSTALLER GUIDE INSTALLER GUIDE FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 32 TO 47 ...

Page 5: ...ace clearances 12 4 8 The Flue spigot 13 4 9 The hearth 14 4 10 Installation options 14 4 11 Flues 16 5 PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION 17 5 1 Unpacking 17 5 2 Appliance preparation 18 5 3 Fitting the battery into electronic ignition model 18 5 4 Checking the ignition 19 5 5 Fireplace flue pull 19 5 6 Fitting the closure plate 19 6 APPLIANCE INSTALLATION 21 6 1 Using the extension brackets 21 6 2 Ins...

Page 6: ... 2 To fit the fascia 26 9 SPILLAGE CHECK 27 10 FINAL REVIEW 28 11 SERVICING PARTS REPLACEMENT 29 11 1 To replace radiant s 29 11 2 To remove the fascia 29 11 3 To replace the pilot unit 30 11 4 Note regarding electronic ignition 30 11 5 To remove the complete burner module pipes and pilot 30 11 6 To grease the gas tap 31 Page 6 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 INSTALLER GUIDE CONTENTS Continued Section Head...

Page 7: ...tic heating and hot water systems in the UK and to encourage regular servicing to optimise safety efficiency and performance Benchmark is managed and promoted by the Heating and Hotwater Industry Council It places responsibilities on both manufacturers and installers The purpose is to ensure that customers are provided with the correct equipment for their needs that it is installed commissioned an...

Page 8: ... Standard Assessment Procedure SAP for energy rating of dwellings The conversion of net efficiency to gross was achieved by multiplying the net efficiency by the following conversion factor from Table E3 of SAP 2005 rounding down to the nearest whole number Page 8 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 INSTALLER GUIDE Gas Natural G20 Inlet Pressure 20mbar Input Max Gross 5 5 kW 18 424 Btu h Input Min Gross 1 57W ...

Page 9: ...e of flues and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net 1st 2nd and 3rd family gases BS 6891 Installation of low pressure gas pipework of up to 35mm R1 in domestic premises 2nd family gas specification BS 1251 Fireplace components BS EN 1856 Part 1 Chimneys Requirements for metal chimneys BS 5871 Part 1 Specification for the installation and maintenance of gas fires co...

Page 10: ...s should the A S D be altered or bypassed in any way Only genuine manufacturers replacement parts should be fitted 4 4 Room considerations 4 4 1 The appliance must not be installed in any room which contains a bath or shower or where steam is regularly present 4 4 2 An extractor fan may only be used in the same room as this appliance or in any area from which ventilation for the appliance is taken...

Page 11: ... 20mm and for a width equal to that of the closure plate plus 40mm 4 6 4 If the fire is to be fitted against a wall with combustible cladding the cladding must be removed from the area shown in figure 1 4 6 5 The space between the fireplace front face and the back of the fascia must not be filled in 4 6 6 If the fireplace opening is greater than the acceptable dimensions given in this guide do not...

Page 12: ...the appliance fascia to the underside of any shelf whether it is made from combustible or non combustible materials This clearance is necessary to allow the fascia to be lifted off for servicing and also allows the owner sufficient access to operate the control knob For a shelf made from wood or other combustible materials deeper than 150mm the minimum clearance must be as below For a shelf up to ...

Page 13: ...back of the catchment space On conventional flues the catchment space below the flue spigot must extend at least 250mm downward measured from the bottom of the flue spigot See figure 4 4 8 2 A spigot extension is available Valor Fires part number 0595191 When fitted this shall extend through the closure plate for at least 38mm and have a minimum clearance of 50mm from the end to any surface Page 1...

Page 14: ...plate When using the baffle the height of the sealing tape and closure plate can be extended to a maximum 630mm before being visible See section 8 1 4 10 2 Precast flues The appliance can be installed to a fireplace that has a properly constructed precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS EN 1806 or BS1289 The appliance is suitable for installations conforming to older versions o...

Page 15: ...igure 2 When the additional 50mm minimum is adhered to them the appliance can be fitted without a hearth The wall opening must be within the following dimensions The total height of the closure plate is 660mm and will accommodate a maximum opening height of 650mm This allows a 10mm overhang Heights above 580mm Inclusive of sealing tape will leave the sealing tape and closure plate visible above th...

Page 16: ...g tape and closure plate can be extended to a maximum 630mm before being visible See section 8 1 In addition the fire has been tested for use with a Rite Vent or Selkirk Flue Gas Collector Box The opening dimensions may differ from those shown above It is IMPORTANT that each installation passes a properly conducted Spillage test as in section 9 4 11 Flues The following flues are suitable 225mm x 2...

Page 17: ... than 170mm 5 PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION 5 1 Unpacking This appliance is supplied completely assembled except for 4 radiants which are in a cardboard pack inside the firebox The closure plate Literature pack An olive olive nut for gas line connection Rear baffle for closure plate coverage where required Battery Only supplied with electronic ignition models Control knob 4 Fixing extension bracket...

Page 18: ...d between the electrode and thermocouple tip on the pilot unit If there are no sparks or incorrect tracking check the spark gap between the electrode wire and thermocouple tip See figure 6 If the spark gap is correct check the ignition wiring 5 5 Fireplace flue pull Close all doors and windows in the room in which the appliance is to be installed After confirming with a match that smoke is drawn i...

Page 19: ...e closure plate will be as in figure 7 The closure plate has an opening at the bottom for a central gas feed pipe The gap between the pipe and this opening should be sealed with tape after connection If a central feed pipe is not required the opening should be completely sealed with tape Page 19 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 INSTALLER GUIDE Figure 7 Closure plate ...

Page 20: ... and sealed to the hearth and fireplace opening using a suitable heat resistant material If necessary cut the closure plate but make sure that it overlaps the fireplace opening sufficiently to allow satisfactory sealing Make sure that the square air relief opening is fully within the fireplace opening The bottom of the appliance must be at least 50mm above any carpet or other floor covering To ach...

Page 21: ...adjacent to the side of a metal flue 6 1 1 Fitting the lower extension brackets See figure 10 Remove the two securing screws from the rear of the brace brackets locate the extension bracket as in figure 1 and refit the screws removed previously 6 1 2 Fitting the upper extension brackets See figure 11 Fit the upper extension brackets to the left and right hand sides of the flanges at the rear of th...

Page 22: ...r on the appliance The connector can be rotated to allow connection from either side or the rear The connector includes a valve for isolating the gas supply The closure plate has a cut out in the base for rear connection Seal the gap between the cut out and the supply pipe Pressure check the installation pipework for gas soundness In the United Kingdom check in accordance with the current edition ...

Page 23: ...re to fail the spillage test In such cases the restrictor will have to be re opened After opening conduct the spillage check again To close the restrictor 1 Loosen the screw situated behind the cut out in the black upper heat shield Do not fully remove the screw See figure 14 2 Push the restrictor firmly down as far as it will go The top of the slot in the restrictor bracket should touch the screw...

Page 24: ...lt Depress the control knob Sparks should be generated at the pilot The sparks should ignite the pilot If the pilot does not light turn the control knob back to the OFF position and try again 4 When pilot ignition has been achieved keep the control knob depressed for approximately ten seconds to allow the thermocouple probe to warm up and then release it If the pilot does not remain alight ensure ...

Page 25: ...oring system or any of its parts must only be exchanged using Baxi authorised parts 7 3 Check reference pressure The appliance is pre set to give the correct heat input at the inlet pressure shown in section 3 of this manual No adjustment is necessary 1 Ensure that the fire is OFF then detach the control knob from the spindle Remove the fascia and replace the control knob 2 Check the burner pressu...

Page 26: ... fascia there are two screws one at each side 2 Loosen the screws but do NOT remove them 3 Locate the baffle onto the screws as in figure 15 The baffle is angled and should lean towards the rear of the fire 4 Tighten the screws to secure 8 2 To fit the fascia 1 Place the fascia over the engine Make sure that the top rear of the fascia locates fully into the U shaped notch of the engine back panel ...

Page 27: ... the appliance is installed with the flue restrictor in the closed position see section 6 6 reopen the restrictor reseal the appliance and retest If smoke is still not drawn into the appliance disconnect the appliance and seek expert advice 6 If the above test is satisfactory open all internal connecting doors hatches etc in the room Keep all doors and windows that open to the outside of the build...

Page 28: ...off a slight odour while new This is quite normal and it will disappear after a short period of use Advise that any cleaning must only be carried out when the fire is off and cold Advise the customer that they should read the owner guide before operating the fire and always follow the advice in the section headed Cleaning your fire Advise the customer that the appliance can be lit with a match if ...

Page 29: ...ve the dress guard by gently pulling it in the centre with one hand and carefully springing out one end from the fascia with the other Slide the opposite side of the dress guard clear of the fixing holes Take care not to scratch the trim See figure 18 2 Remove the old radiant s Fit the new radiant s ensuring that their rear face rests against the horizontal ribs in the rear panel There will be a s...

Page 30: ...ea of the gas fire will require the electronic spark generator and mounting bracket to be removed This will allow access to the pipe nuts etc To do this remove the two screws that secure it to the lower right support foot then move it to one side Refit after servicing is complete There will be a fascia support bracket located using the same screws as for the electronic generator and support bracke...

Page 31: ...module as section 11 6 2 Remove the circlip holding the piezo generator to the tap and remove the piezo generator 3 Remove the two screws from the head of the gas tap and remove the gas tap head 4 Remove the spindle and spring from the tap 5 Note the position of the slot in the plug Mark this position on the tap body 6 Rotate the plug and pull it out of the tap 7 Clean and grease the plug lightly ...

Page 32: ...Page 32 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 OWNER GUIDE OWNER GUIDE FOR WARRANTY SERVICE AND BENCHMARK INFORMATION SEE PAGES 41 TO 46 ...

Page 33: ...ar maintenance 40 WARRANTY SERVICE AND BENCHMARK 41 46 BENCHMARK COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST 43 BENCHMARK SERVICE RECORD 44 SERIAL NUMBER LABEL 46 This gas fire is designed to meet the most stringent quality performance and safety requirements to provide you with many years trouble free service This guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your gas fire by providing simple and info...

Page 34: ...ether it is made from combustible or non combustible materials This clearance is necessary to allow the fascia to be lifted off for servicing and also allows sufficient access to operate the control knob For a shelf made from wood or other combustible materials deeper than 150mm add 12 5mm to the clearance for every 25mm of additional shelf depth See figure 1 Please bear this in mind if ever you a...

Page 35: ...e 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 whenever you are considering redecorating Do provide a minimum clearance of 50mm between the fascia sides and any corner wall having combustible material or other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the fire See figure 2 Please...

Page 36: ... fire if the pilot flame goes out due to lack of oxygen or for any other reason If this device starts to repeatedly shut off the gas get expert advice Page 36 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 OWNER GUIDE Figure 2 Dimensions and clearances Model Dimension A mm Dimension B mm Dimension C mm Brava 609 713 177 PLEASE NOTE When operating your fire for the first time some vapours may be given off which may cause ...

Page 37: ...d be generated at the pilot The sparks should ignite the pilot If the pilot does not light turn the control knob back to the OFF position and try again The pilot flame can be seen through the opening immediately below the right hand centre radiant See upper section of figure 4 If no sparks are generated at the pilot the battery may have no power The battery can be replaced as shown later in this g...

Page 38: ...igure 4 Second opening from the right When the pilot is alight keep the knob depressed for about ten seconds to allow the flame sensing probe to warm up before setting to your preferred heat level For your own convenience have the heater serviced as soon as possible Page 38 GDC Group Ltd OCT 2016 OWNER GUIDE Figure 4 Control Knob Position Radiants Condition 2 Centre radiants on low Outer radiants ...

Page 39: ... with one hand and carefully spring out one end of the dress guard with the other Slide the other side of the dress guard clear of the fixing holes Take care not to scratch the trim Lift the radiant upward to clear the metal retaining bar then pull out bottom first Fit the new radiant by inserting its top under the top lip of the radiant box then swing the bottom of the radiant over and behind the...

Page 40: ...nto the U shaped notch of the engine back panel See figure 6 11 Fit the control knob firmly on to the control spindle 12 Secure the fascia using the two screws previously removed There are two holes in the fascia Use the bottom hole Regular maintenance In order to achieve and maintain high levels of personal safety and performance efficiency it is essential that the opening at the back of the fire...

Page 41: ...ickly as possible Nothing in this warranty will affect your statutory rights Benchmark Checklist Service Record Please ensure that the installer has fully completed the Benchmark Checklist on the inside back pages of the installation instructions supplied with the product and that you have signed it to say that you have received a full and clear explanation of its operation The installer is legall...

Page 42: ...t have the fire serial number Note details 1 5 should be recorded as part of the Benchmark Checklist Service record at the end of this guide What this warranty covers What this warranty covers Free of charge repair or replacement of components found to be of faulty manufacture Free of charge replacement of the complete unit providing the failure is related to a manufacturing fault that cannot be r...

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Page 45: ...td OCT 2016 OWNER GUIDE 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 ...

Page 46: ...d close to the information label Block Capitals Model 3 4 7 Serial number Can be found on the serial number label See figure 7 OWNER GUIDE A LABEL CONTAINING THE FASCIA CODE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX A LABEL CONTAINING THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED INSIDE THIS BOX SERIAL NUMBER LABEL TO BE AFFIXED HERE FASCIA LABEL TO BE AFFIXED HERE ...

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