OPERATING THE FIRE (Remote control versions) continued
The remote control unit allows operation of the main burner between
maximum and pilot only setting. It does not turn the pilot on or off.
The remote control handset incorporates an inbuilt safety feature to pre-
vent the main burner being activated or turned up accidentally. It is nec-
essary to press button 1 and 2 (see illustration) simultaneously to turn
the fire up.
To turn the fire down press button 3 only.
SPARK FAILURE
The gap between the spark electrode and the pilot should be 3.5 -
4.5mm to produce a good spark. There should be no need to adjust this.
If under any circumstances the electric spark fails, the pilot may be lit
manually by proceeding with the ignition sequence as previously
described, and after turning the control knob through the spark posi-
tion, the knob should be held in and the pilot lit with a taper.
SETTING PRESSURE
Remove the screw from the pressure test point.
Manual control versions - The pressure test point is situated on the main injector pipe next to the
pilot.
Remote control versions - The pressure test point is located directly above the gas control.
Attach a U gauge. Light the fire on the HIGH setting.
The setting pressure should be in accordance with the figures stated on page 2 of these instruc-
tions. The fire is factory set to achieve these pressures, and any significant variation could indi-
cate a supply problem.
If the pressure is too high, the gas supply meter may be set incorrectly. This should be checked
with the fire running and if necessary reset by the gas supplier.
If the pressure is too low, then check the meter governor pressure with the appliance running. If
this is incorrect it will need to be reset by the gas supplier. If the setting pressure is too low, but
the meter pressure is acceptable, then a problem in the supply pipework is to be suspected. This
will be dirt and debris, kinked or inadequate size pipes, restriction in a fitting or solder flashing
across a joint. (NOTE: you will not get an accurate reading of the inlet pressure with a pressure
gauge on the end of the supply pipe - this is the static pressure in the system. You must use a T
piece and measure the supply pressure with the fire on High - the dynamic pressure). Refit and
tighten the screw into the pressure test point when the test is complete.
FLUE SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM
This fire is fitted with a flue spillage safety device (ODS). If the fire shuts down during use for no
apparent reason then several things may be suspected. If a door or window has been opened cre-
ating a draught, then pilot disturbance is the problem, and removal of the draught should resolve
this. If a grommet seal has been left out of the firebox then this also will also cause intermittent
shutdown. The gas pressure reaching the fire must also be checked. The thermocouple connec-
tion into the back of the gas control valve may also have worked loose during installation, simply
tighten to remedy if this is the case.
If pilot disturbance is not the cause, then the ODS safety system may be in operation. Switch the
appliance OFF, check the flue and carry out any remedial work required. Relight the fire and carry
out a spillage test. DO NOT allow the appliance to be used if it continues to fail a spillage test.
The aeration hole of the pilot must be carefully cleaned out on each annual service to ensure con-
tnued function of the ODS.
The spillage monitoring system shall not be adjusted, modified, or put out of operation by the
installer. Any spare parts fitted MUST be of a type supplied for the purpose by the appliance man-
ufacturer.
If the fire is not spilling, then further guidance should be sought, using the Troubleshooting sec-
tion as a guide.
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