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Magiglo Ekos 16" User, Installation & Servicing Instructions

Summary of Ekos 16"

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    Users, installation & servicing instructions must be left with the user ekos 16” fuel effect options: coal effect pebble effect beachcomber effect shoreline effect all available on ng & lpg control options: manual bm control upgradeable manual control remote control (response-s) optimum control trim...

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    Manufacturer contact details: burley magiglo lands end way oakham; rutland le15 6rb tel: +44 (0)1572 725570 fax: +44 (0)1572 724390 general e-mail: info@magiglo.Co.Uk web site: www.Magiglo.Co.Uk technical support: direct dial on 01572 725570 or email: technical@magiglo.Co.Uk magiglo document number:...

  • Page 3: Contents

    Page i contents 1. G eneral i nformation ........................................................................................................ 1 1.1. Important note about ods pilot ................................................................................ 2 1.2. Fire fret dimensions ..........

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    Page ii 3.9.9. Continuation of installation - optimum control model ....................................... 42 3.9.10. Continuation of installation - trim switch control model ................................... 43 3.9.11. Continuation of installation - total control model .............................

  • Page 5: 1. G

    Page 1 1. G eneral i nformation introduction 1. This appliance is suitable for installation in gb and ie and should be installed in accordance with the rules in force. In gb, the installation must be carried out by a gas safe registered installer registered for working on this type of appliance. It ...

  • Page 6

    Page 2 3. When fitting the fire in northern ireland (ni), purpose provided ventilation must be provided in accordance with the rules in force. 4. In other ec countries equivalent rules in force must be used. 5. It is important for the fire to be serviced regularly. An annual service is recommended. ...

  • Page 7: 1.2. Fire Fret Dimensions

    Page 3 1.2. Fire fret dimensions all models can be used with the magiglo range of frets or any other fire fret that falls within the dimensions shown below the fireplace opening must be suitable in size to accommodate the fire being installed. If the appliance is to be used with other fireplace comp...

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  • Page 9: 2. U

    Page 5 2. U ser i nstructions 2.1. Lighting procedure your fire will be fitted with one of the five different types of gas control. Identify the control system on your fire as shown and follow the appropriate operating instructions in the appropriate section. Control valve operation control type + m...

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    Page 6 2.1.1. Lighting procedure (manual bm control) 1. Ensure that the arrow on the control knob is pointing towards the off position as shown in figure 2. Press in the knob and slowly turn anti-clockwise until a click is heard. The spark should now light the pilot. On first lighting, it may requir...

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    Page 7 2.1.2. Lighting procedure (upgradeable manual control) 1. Whilst pushing the ignition knob in (see figure 6), turn it anticlockwise to the pilot flame position as shown in figure 7. During this process, the spark ignition will have operated and lit the pilot flame. On lighting the pilot flame...

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    Page 8 2.1.3. Lighting procedure (remote control) 1. Press the bottom button on the remote handset until clicking is heard on the valve, and the gas rate adjustment knob is at the off position. 2. With gas available at the valve press the ignition knob in and turn it anticlockwise to the pilot flame...

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    Page 9 2.1.4. Lighting procedure (optimum control and trim switch control) 1. Ensure the main burner is off by pressing the button on the trim marked (‘small flame/dot’) until clicking is heard on the valve (see figure 12/figure 13). 2. With the gas available at the valve press in the ignition knob ...

  • Page 14

    Page 10 2.1.5. Lighting procedure (total control) 1. Ensure that gas is available at the valve and the on/off switch in the on position (–). 2. Simultaneously press and hold the (red circle) and (large flame) buttons until a short acoustic signal confirms the start sequence has begun, then release t...

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    Page 11 2.1.6. Manual operation (total control) in emergency the appliance can be operated manually as follows: 1. Turn the gas rate adjusting knob fully clockwise to the off position. A clicking sound will be audible, but this is perfectly alright. 2. Turn the manual knob clockwise to man position ...

  • Page 16: Total Control)

    Page 12 2.2. Battery replacement (remote control and total control) 2.2.1. Handset 1. On the reverse of the handset remove the battery cover by pressing down at the top of the cover and sliding down. 2. Remove and unclip the old battery and replace with a new pp3 9v battery. 3. Replace the cover. Pr...

  • Page 17

    Page 13 2.3. Battery replacement (optimum control) 1. The battery pack is mounted inside the wall-mounting box behind the wall switch plate. 2. To change the batteries remove the two small screws securing the wall plate using a small screwdriver. 3. Remove the battery pack from the wall box and repl...

  • Page 18: 2.5. Fuel Effect Layout

    Page 14 2.5. Fuel effect layout you fire has been supplied with coal, pebble, beachcomber or shoreline effect fuel bed. Please refer to the relevant section for instructions on how to arrange the imitation fuels. It is recommended that the imitation fuel be left alone once the desired flame pattern ...

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    Page 15 2.5.1. Coal effect layout this fire is supplied with different sizes of ceramic coal: qty small square coals 5 medium square coals 1 random coals 18 small random coals 5 matrices 2 proceed with the coal layout as follows: - 1. Having unpacked all the fuel-bed components proceed with placing ...

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    Page 16 random coals figure 27 small random coals figure 28.

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    Page 17 2.5.2. Pebble effect layout the fire is supplied with ceramic pebble sets as follows: qty large pebbles (a, b & k) 15 medium pebbles (c & d) 8 medium pebbles (f) 2 front pebbles (e/j) 6 matrices 2 note: when placing pebbles on the burner tray, ensure the lettering on them is facing down and ...

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    Page 18 f d c f d c figure 34 some sooting on the pebbles may be observed. This is perfectly normal. Periodically operating the fire at various rates will burn this soot away. If excessive sooting is observed, this is an indication that the pebbles are laid incorrectly – please refer to instructions...

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    Page 19 2.5.3. Beachcomber effect & shoreline effect layout the fire is supplied with ceramic pebble and driftwood set as follows: pebbles qty large pebbles (a, b & k) 7 medium pebbles (c, d & f) 5 small pebbles (e/j) 11 matrices 2 driftwood figure 35 note: when placing pebbles and driftwood on the ...

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    Page 20 5. Place the g and e driftwood pieces as shown in figure 38 then place the c and d pebbles(g driftwood is notmarked). 6. Next place the b, j & k driftwood pieces as in figure 39. 7. Continue laying the pebbles and the driftwood pieces as shown in figure 40 and figure 41. 8. After the applian...

  • Page 25: 2.6. Fitting The Trim

    Page 21 2.6. Fitting the trim 1. Most trims are coated with a protective film. This must be removed by peeling off before fitting the trim. 2. The trim is held on by four magnets. These will either be attached to the trim or supplied loose in a separate envelope. Space them as shown in figure 42. 3....

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    Page 22 2.8. Cleaning and care instructions caution: ensure that the appliance is off (including the pilot light) and has completely cooled (off for at least 2 hours) before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance. Rcf advice: this product may use components (coals, pebbles, driftwood & ceramic bac...

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    Page 23 2.8.2. Cleaning the pilot the oxygen depletion sensing pilot fitted to your magiglo fire is a highly reliable safety device which causes the fire to shut down in the unlikely event of a reduction of oxygen in the room where the fire is fitted. After a period of time, it is possible for lint ...

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    Page 24 2.8.4. Painted metal surfaces these surfaces should be dusted regularly and any marks removed with a soft damp cloth. 2.8.5. Care of ceramic backs the ceramic fireback on this appliance must not be sprayed with any type of solvent-based high temperature paint. The very high temperatures prod...

  • Page 29: 3. I

    Page 25 3. I nstallation i nstructions before installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions (identification of the type of gas and pressure and the adjustment of the appliance are compatible) 3.1. General safety requirements the installation of the fire in gb should follow the recommen...

  • Page 30

    Page 26 3.2.2. Installation of magiglo ekos 16” into a 125mm (5”) class 2 metal flue system the magiglo ekos 16” may be installed into a flue system where the minimum dimension of the flue is 125mm, provided that the following criteria are met: 1. The flue must have a minimum equivalent height of 3 ...

  • Page 31: 3.3. General Dimensions

    Page 27 3.2.3. Installation example using existing builder’s opening 90 m m m in 125mm (5”) flexible liner fascia mounting frame hearth register plate fireplace opening figure 46 – section through masonry chimney 3.3. General dimensions a e d b c figure 47 - standard box dimension (refer to table 1)...

  • Page 32: 3.4. Technical Data

    Page 28 3.4. Technical data natural gas propane (lpg) nominal maximum heat input 6.8 kw (gross) 6.8 kw (gross) setting pressure (cold) 15.5 mbar ±1.0 mbar 28.5 mbar ±1.0mbar minimum heat input 3.5 kw (gross) 3.5 kw (gross) minimum setting pressure 4.5 mbar ±0.3 mbar 8.0 mbar ±0.5 mbar gas g20 (natur...

  • Page 33: 3.6. Appliance Location

    Page 29 gas valve pressure test point receiver tray fixing screw tray fixing screw figure 50 - ekos 16” with mertik gv60 valve (total control) 3.6. Appliance location the fire must be fitted on a flat non-combustible base. In addition a non-combustible hearth or physical barrier with minimum dimensi...

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    Page 30 3.6.1. Floor level and raised fireplace openings ow o h od hw hd 50mm figure 51 ow oh od hw hd 50mm hf figure 52 floor level openings oh 565mm ow 430mm od 280mm (min) hw must project a minimum of 150mm either side of any naked flame or incandescent material hd must project a minimum of 300mm...

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    Page 31 3.6.2. Physical barrier any physical barrier should meet the following requirements: 1. Provide at least the equivalent level of warning to the approach of an open fire, to that of a hearth. 2. Define a clear zone where occupants must exercise additional caution. 3. Should be constructed of ...

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    Page 32 figure 59, figure 60, figure 61 and figure 62 show examples of how the requirements for the physical barrier may be met. D w figure 59 – example of physical barrier (dimensions as stated in table 4 – protected area) d w figure 60 – example of physical barrier (dimensions as stated in table 4...

  • Page 37: 3.7. Ventilation

    Page 33 3.7. Ventilation for this model normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation requirements. In gb reference should be made to bs 5871 part 2, and in ie reference should be made to the current edition of i.S.813 which makes clear the conditions that must be ...

  • Page 38: 3.9. Installation Procedure

    Page 34 3.9. Installation procedure before commencing installation, ensure that the intended installation will comply with details in general information on pages 1 and 22. Carefully unpack the contents of the carton and check them against the checklist given on the previous page. Make sure that the...

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    Page 35 3.9.2. Installation using freedom surround the freedom surround is designed to provide an alternative installation method giving it a contemporary hole-in-the-wall appearance whilst reducing heat transfer to the fabric of the building. The freedom surround greatly reduces the risk of crackin...

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    Page 36 3.9.3. Freedom surround installation (if applicable) 1. Using figure 68, mark out and create the appropriate opening to accommodate the freedom surround. 2. With reference to figure 68, mark out, drill, plug and fit the eight eye screws (outer four for fitting the freedom surround and inner ...

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    Page 37 eye screws cable cable tensioners eye screws figure 70 base plate fixing screws wing nut fixing ( on underside) base plate (trim switch models) figure 71 3.9.4. Installation using a spacer frame (if applicable) in order to reduce the installation depth required, the freedom surround may be i...

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    Page 38 3.9.5. Preparing the fireplace opening (all models without freedom surround) 1. Prepare the fireplace opening in accordance with sections 3.2 and 3.6. 2. Mark out, drill, plug and fit the four eye screws onto the rear wall of the fireplace opening as shown in figure 73. 3. Install any fire s...

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    Page 39 3.9.6. Installing the firebox (all models) 1. With the firebox placed close to the fireplace opening feed the two cables through the matching eye screws (left cable through left hand set of eyelets and the same for right hand cable) and then back into the holes at the bottom rear of the fire...

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    Page 40 3.9.7. Connecting the gas supply the gas supply to the fire must be carried out using rigid or semi-rigid metal tubing. A service cock must be incorporated near the appliance to facilitate isolation of the fire during servicing. An isolating valve (with a pressure test point) has been suppli...

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    Page 41 3.9.8. Continuation of installation - remote control model 1. Unpack the box containing the receiver and the hand set. 2. Fit four aa (1.5v) batteries into the receiver unit and the pp3 (9v) battery into the transmitter (hand set). 3. Feed the cable from the receiver unit heat shield to the ...

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    Page 42 3.9.9. Continuation of installation - optimum control model 1. Find a suitable position for the wall switch, a maximum of 5 metres of cable is supplied. 2. Fit the wall box into the wall. Cut cross- slots in the rubber grommet and feed the cable through it such that the end with four connect...

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    Page 43 3.9.10. Continuation of installation - trim switch control model 1. Unpack the battery pack and connect to the battery connection on the cable. 2. Fit the connectors on the cable to the drive motor ensuring correct polarity. The cable connectors must be matched to the appropriately sized spa...

  • Page 48

    Page 44 3.9.12. Commissioning 1. Turn on the gas supply to the fire and purge the gas line. Check all the gas joints for gas soundness. 2. Remove the pressure test point screw located as shown in section 3.5- pressure test point locations and connect a pressure gauge. 3. Ignite the pilot in accordan...

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    Page 45 3.9.13. Checking for spillage the imitation fuels must be laid in accordance with the instructions prior to commencing the spillage test. 1. Close all doors and windows. 2. Turn the fire on to its full rate and leave it burning for 5 minutes. 3. Test for spillage using a smoke match (in a ‘b...

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  • Page 51: 4. S

    Page 47 4. S ervicing i nstructions 4.1. General requirements all repairs and servicing must be carried out by a qualified registered gas installer (e.G. Member of gas safe in gb) in accordance with the current gas safety (installation and use) regulations and these instructions. Before any servicin...

  • Page 52: 4.3. Replacing Parts

    Page 48 4.3. Replacing parts for any spare parts that are required, please contact either your supplier or the manufacturer directly. You will either need the serial number or: a) model name; b) the gas type; c) the imitation fuel type; d) the type of control. Only approved parts should be used. 4.3...

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    Page 49 4.3.4. Motor replacement (remote/optimum/trim switch control) the gas rate adjusting motor is replaceable in situ. 1. Remove the batteries from the receiver unit to prevent the risk of short circuit. 2. Remove the two motor connection tags from the valve. 3. Remove the valve cover securing s...

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    Page 50 4.3.5. Replacing mertik gv60 valve (total control) referring to figure 88:- 1. Remove al the gas connections on the valve including the pilot feed pipe. 2. Remove the thermocouple connection from the interrupter block at the rear of the valve. 3. Pull out the tc cable with the red tab from t...

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    Page 51 4.3.8. Replacing the ceramic back and sides the ceramic back and sides are replaceable in situ. 1. Isolate and disconnect the gas supply from the burner tray. 2. Remove the burner tray fixing screws and withdraw the burner from the firebox. 3. Remove the rear ceramic retaining bracket and wi...

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    Page 52 4.4. Installation and operational troubleshooting the table below is intended for problems related to the fire and its gas controls. It is a guide only and does not take into account every eventuality. Servicing must be carried out in accordance with the current gas safety (installation and ...

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    Page 53 remote control, trim switch, optimum control and total control models symptom cause remedy main burner will not come on when required even though the drive motor is heard to be operating ignition knob incorrectly set set the ignition knob at the 9 o’clock position. Motor not functioning when...

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    Mf444.4 magiglo fires are protected by uk patents 2193802, 2240620 and 2256920 other patents pending magiglo is a registered trademark of burley appliances ltd. Burley magiglo, lands end way, oakham; rutland,le15 6rb tel: 01572 725570 fax: 01572 724390 www.Magiglo.Co.Uk email: info@magiglo.Co.Uk.