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Valor 347 Helmsley Installation And Owner's Manual

Summary of 347 Helmsley

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    © gdc group limited 2014. 08/52376/0 model 347 radiant / convector gas fire fitted with the following fascia helmsley 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 an...

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    Gdc group limited all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any material form (including photocopying), stored in any medium by electronic means (including in any retrieval system or database) or transmitted, in any form or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, re...

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    Safety first. Valor fires fires are ce approved and designed to meet the appropriate british standards and safety marks. Quality and excellence. All valor fires fires are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and excellence and are manufactured under a bs en iso 9001 quality system accept...

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    Page 4 © gdc group limited 2014. Installer guide for owner guide see pages 29 to 44 installer guide.

  • Page 5: Contents

    Contents section heading page installer guide 4 - 28 owner guide 29 - 43 1. Safety 7 2. List of accessories 7 3. Appliance data and efficiency 8 3.1 appliance data. 8 3.2 efficiency. 8 4. General installation requirements 9 4.1 regulations, standards and law. 9 4.2 ventilation. 10 4.3 the atmosphere...

  • Page 6: Contents (Continued)

    7. Control and pressure checks 22 7.1 check control settings. 22 7.2 flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. 22 7.3 check reference pressure. 23 8. Fascia fitting 23 9. Spillage check 24 10. Final review 25 11. Servicing and parts replacement 26 11.1 to replace radiant(s). 26 11.2 to remov...

  • Page 7: 1.  Safety

    1. Safety installer before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling: - the lifting weight of this appliance is 15.0 kg. - one person should be sufficient to lift the fire. If for any reason this weight is considered too heavy t...

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    3. Appliance data and efficiency 3.1 appliance data. The appliance information label is on the inner face of the back panel at the lower left hand side. It is visible when the fascia is removed. 3.2 efficiency. The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in bs 7977 - 1 and the re...

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    4. General installation requirements 4.1 regulations, standards and law. The installation must be in accordance with these instructions. For the user’s protection, in the united kingdom it is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in accordance with the current edition of...

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    A) the current edition of is 813 “domestic gas installations”. B) all relevant national and local rules in force. C) the current building regulations. Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant british standard code of practice. 4.2 ventilation. Normal adventi...

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    4.6 fireplace preparation. 4.6.1 the appliance can be fitted to a purpose made proprietary class “o” 150°c surround. 4.6.2 if the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop any draughts. 4.6.3 the front of the fireplace should be flat over an area sufficient to ensure...

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    4.7 fireplace clearances. 4.7.1 the minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance fascia to a corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which projects beyond the front of the appliance is 48mm at either side (see figure 2). Although no side clearance is ...

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    4.8 the flue spigot. 4.8.1 the flue spigot and any spigot extension must be capable of passing through the closure plate by at least 38mm with a minimum clearance of 50mm between its open end and the nearest obstruction. There must also be a minimum clearance of 165mm between the back of the closure...

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    4.9. The hearth. The appliance must be mounted on a non-combustible hearth except when the conditions in section 4.10.3 are met (n.B. Conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-combustible). The hearth must be at least 680mm wide x 300mm deep. The hearth material must be at least 12mm thick. ...

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    The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions: (a) 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 620mm (inclusive of sealing tape) will leave the sealing tape and closure plate visibl...

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    4.10.4 metal flue box. The appliance can be installed to a metal flue box conforming to bs 715 section 6 (for gas fires to bs 7977-1) having a minimum internal depth of 165mm. The opening must be within the following dimensions: * the total height of the closure plate is 660mm and will accommodate a...

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    Accordance with bs 5440 part 1 to ensure that the products of combustion can be safely dispersed into the outside atmosphere. Where the appliance is connected to an unlined brick chimney it is generally unnecessary for the chimney pot to be replaced or for a terminal to be fitted unless the flue has...

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    5.3 fitting the battery to electronic ignition model. 1. At the front of the electronic spark generator there is a removable circular battery cover. Unscrew the cover in an anticlockwise direction. 2. Remove any protective film from the battery and place into the generator. The negative ( - ) termin...

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    Fold flange 2 along the perforated line. 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. The cl...

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    6. Appliance installation 6.1 installing to a hearth. 1. Place the fire centrally on the hearth making sure that the spigot lines up with the spigot hole in the closure plate. Gently slide the appliance into place being careful not to scratch the hearth. The spigot must enter the closure plate to a ...

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    Generally we recommend the restrictor is not fitted where a precast flue is used, however, certain flues may work sufficiently to warrant its use. There may however, be circumstances where fitting the restrictor causes the fire to fail the spillage test. In such cases the restrictor will have to be ...

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    7. Control and pressure checks 7.1 check control settings. 1. If closed , open the isolating valve at the inlet ‘t’ connector. 2. To check the control positions temporarily place the fascia loosely over the engine. Fit the control knob over the gas tap spindle. 3. Depress the control knob and slowly...

  • Page 23: 8.  Fascia Fitting

    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 turned off and detach the control knob from the spindle. Remove the fascia. Remove the fascia and repl...

  • Page 24: 9.  Spillage Check

    9. Spillage check 1. Close all doors and windows in the room containing the fire. 2. Light the appliance and set the control knob to the maximum position (position 5). 3. Leave the appliance on for five minutes. 4. Place a smoke match tube (with lighted match) horizontally underneath the radiant box...

  • Page 25: 10.  Final Review

    10. Final review - complete the information in the warranty and service section of the owner guide (see last pages of the owner guide). - make sure that the dress guard is securely in position. - recheck the operation of the fire at all control positions. Explain to the customer that the appliance i...

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    11. Servicing and parts replacement - always turn off the gas supply and allow the appliance to cool completely before commencing any servicing (the appliance inlet “t” connector incorporates an isolating valve). - it is recommended that, at least once a year, the appliance is disconnected and the c...

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    - replace the dress guard. Locate the bottom of the dress guard in the two holes in the bottom panel apron. Push the guard back so that the two spring projections at the top of the guard engage in the slots under the front decorative canopy. 11.2 to remove the fascia. 1. Remove the control knob by p...

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    11.4 to remove the complete burner module, pipes and pilot. 1. Remove the fascia as section 11.2. 2. Support the inlet ‘t’ connector to avoid straining the pipework and disconnect the appliance. 3. Disconnect the control spindle and adapter from the gas tap by removing the split pin. Lift the adapte...

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    Page 29 © gdc group limited 2014. Owner guide owner guide for warranty and service information see pages 37 to 44.

  • Page 30: List Of Contents

    List of contents section page safety 31 gas consumption 32 appliance dimensions 33 operating your fire 33 the oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. 33 to light the fire. 34 cleaning your fire 35 replacing the radiants 35 maintenance 36 regular maintenance. 36 warranty and service 37...

  • Page 31: Safety

    Safety do have the fire installed by a competent person. In the united kingdom, installation must be in accordance with the latest edition of the gas safety (installation & use) regulations. In the republic of ireland, installation must be in accordance with all national and local regulations in for...

  • Page 32: Gas Consumption

    Mind if ever you add a shelf. Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire. 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 ...

  • Page 33: Appliance Dimensions

    Appliance dimensions operating your fire the oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device that will shut down the appliance in the event of abnormal flue conditions. This device is not a substitute for an independ...

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    To light the fire (electronic ignition-helmsley). The control is shown in figure 3. - depress the control knob slightly and turn anticlockwise towards the 1/ign position. Do not apply too much pressure as this will cause resistance to be felt. Depress the control knob. Sparks should be generated at ...

  • Page 35: Cleaning Your Fire

    Cleaning your fire turn the fire off and allow it to cool before attempting any cleaning. Normally the fire will only need dusting. The bright metal trims may be cleaned with a damp cloth and dried with a soft duster. Obstinate marks can be removed from the guard and trims using soapy water. Never u...

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Maintenance battery replacement (electronic ignition). 1. The battery cover is located at the base of the fire on the right hand side. 2. Unscrew the battery cover in an anticlockwise direction. 3. Remove the battery and discard. 4. Remove any protective film from the replacement battery and place i...

  • Page 37: Warranty And Service

    Warranty and service standard warranty terms & conditions the warranty is for 12 months subject to contract. In the united kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a gdc service engineer or a gas safe register engineer. Outside of the united kingdom servicing can be carried out either by a cor...

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    When calling the gdc helpline, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- 1. Fire serial number and fascia code (the serial number can be found on the serial number label - see figure 6 on page 44).* 2. Date of installation.* 3. Your installer name and address details....

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    Page 39 © gdc group limited 2014. Owner guide.

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    © gdc group limited 2014. Page 40 owner guide.

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    Page 41 © gdc group limited 2014. Owner guide.

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    © gdc group limited 2014. Page 42 owner guide.

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    Page 43 © gdc group limited 2014. 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 owner guide.

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    Page 44 © gdc group limited 2014. Figure 6. D d m m y y date of installation fascia name (block capitals) fascia code - can be found close to the information label (block capitals) model 3 4 7 serial number (can be found on the serial number label - see figure 6) a label containing the serial number...