25
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
This product uses fuel effect pieces containing Refractory Ceramic Fibre (RCF),
which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres along with fibrous glass and mineral
wool. Excessive exposure to these materials may cause temporary irritation to
eyes, skin and respiratory tract; consequently, it makes sense to take care when
handling these articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.
The appliance should be serviced at least once a year by a CORGI registered
engineer and recorded on the Installation & Service Record (see page 27). This is
the basic procedure.
1
The coals / pebbles and ceramic pieces should be taken off the fire and shaken to
remove any debris and soot particles but should only be cleaned if absolutely necessary.
This should be done by gently brushing with a soft brush in a direction away from the
person and any persons nearby. This operation should be performed outside facing
downwind. A vacuum cleaner must
not
be used for this purpose. Badly damaged coals
/ pebbles should be replaced. Replacement coals are available from our stockists.
2
The gas supply should be turned off at the combination pressure test point and isolator
fitting. Disconnect the burner from the gas supply, remove any burner fixings and lift
away the burner.
3
Remove all debris and soot from the burner and thoroughly clean the burner ports.
4
The pilot burner fitted is an oxygen depletion pilot burner and is the primary safety
device on the appliance. It must therefore be replaced annually. After changing the pilot
burner operate the spark generator and observe that the spark is satisfactory.
5
Lay the burner on a flat surface and remove, clean and replace the main injector.
6
Any soot or debris should be removed from the fireplace and flue. The flue should be
inspected for soundness and a smoke test performed as described in the fitting section
to check the condition of the flue.
7
Replace and fix the burner in position. Re-connect to the gas supply. Check all joints for
gas soundness.
8
Remove the cover from the fan box, disconnect the electrical connections and remove
the fan carrier. Clear the blades of the fan of any soot or debris.
9
Refit the fan carrier, reconnect the electrical supply and refit the cover.
10
Reseal the cover as previously described.
11
Light the burner and check that it functions correctly. Re-light the pilot burner. Check
that the pilot flame is satisfactory. Check the function of the thermocouple and magnet
valve (housed within the control valve). This is done by turning the control knob to the
pilot position and then blowing out the pilot burner. Time the period between blowing
the pilot burner out and hearing the 'click' of the magnet valve closing. If this period
exceeds 60 seconds the magnet valve will also have to be replaced.
12
Replace the burner ceramics and rebuild the fuel lay as described in the installation
section. Light the fire and, after allowing it a few minutes to warm up, make final
adjustments to the coals / pebbles to obtain a satisfactory visual affect.
AFTER REFITTING THE APPLIANCE CHECK FOR GAS SOUNDNESS AT ALL GAS
JOINTS AND TEST FOR SPILLAGE.
