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Valor BRAVA 348 Installer And Owner Manual

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GDC Group Ltd. 2011

5134763/02

Model 348

BRAVA

RADIANT / CONVECTOR GAS FIRE

Incorporating the VALOR

CONTROL

(G.C. No. 32-032-90)

INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE

Please keep me in a safe place for future use.

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 Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.

Telephone 0844 8711 565 (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom).

In the Republic of Ireland Telephone 0044 844 8711 565.

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Summary of BRAVA 348

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© gdc group ltd. 2011 5134763/02 model 348 brava radiant / convector gas fire incorporating the valor control (g.C. No. 32-032-90) installer and owner guide please keep me in a safe place for future use. We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed, oper...
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© gdc group ltd. 2011. 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, mechanica...
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Safety first. Valor fires are ce approved and designed to meet the appropriate british standards and safety marks. Quality and excellence. All valor fires are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and excellence and are manufactured under a bs en iso 9001 quality system accepted by the br...
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Contents section heading page installer guide 4 - 31 owner guide 32 - 47 1. Image 7 2. Safety and unpacking 7 3. List of accessories 8 4. Appliance data, efficiency and nox 8 5. General installation requirements 9 5.1 regulations, standards and law. 9 5.2 ventilation. 10 5.3 the atmosphere sensing d...
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9. Fascia fitting 24 9.1 to fit the closure plate baffle. 24 9.2 to fit the fascia. 24 10. Spillage check 25 11. Final review 26 12. Servicing and parts replacement 27 12.1 to replace radiant(s). 27 12.2 to remove the fascia. 27 12.3 to remove the electronic igniter unit. 28 12.4 to remove the pilot...
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1. Image 2. Safety and unpacking installer before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the following guide to manual handling:  the approximate lifting weight of this appliance is 20.6 kg (including ceramic radiants).  one person should be sufficient to lift t...
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3. List of accessories description part number spigot extension 0595191 control knob extension kit 5138166 4. Appliance data, efficiency and nox 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 re...
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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. 3.3 nox the natural gas 'weighted' nox result is 295.4 mg/kwh which equates to a nox class 2 when tested i...
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Bs 5871 part 1 - specification for the installation and maintenance of gas fires, convector heaters, fire/back boilers and decorative fuel effect gas appliances. Gas fires, convector heaters, fire/back boilers and heating stoves (2nd and 3rd family gases). Bs en 1858 - chimneys – components – concre...
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5.4.2 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, if it does not affect the safe performance of the appliance. Note the spillage test requirements detailed further on in this manual. If the fan is likely to a...
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5.7 fireplace clearances. 5.7.1 to meet temperature requirements 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 100mm at either side (see figure ...
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5.8 the flue spigot. 5.8.1 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 from its open end and the nearest vertical surface (see figure 4). 5.8.2 a spigot extension is available (valor part number 05951...
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5.10 installation options. In the united kingdom, as supplied, this appliance can be installed in the following situations: conventional fireplace (brick built). A conventional fireplace catchment space must be as shown in figure 4. The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions: prec...
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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 100mm. Incombustible mineral wool insulation of not less than 50mm thickness must be applied to the top surface of the metal flue box. In ...
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5.12 flues. The following flues are suitable:  225mm x 225mm conventional brick flue. If a flue liner is used, it must be a minimum of 125mm diameter. The liner must be sealed to the surrounding area above the fireplace opening and to the top of the chimney. An approved terminal must be fitted.  a...
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6.2 appliance preparation. 1. Stand the fire upright. 2. Remove the two transit screws from near the top of the back panel wings (see figure 6). 3. Remove the two knurled fascia retaining screws located at the rear of the fascia near the bottom. 4. Gently pull the base of the fascia forward, then li...
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6.4 ignition. Before attempting to install, it is worth checking that the electronic spark ignition system operates satisfactorily. To initiate the spark, slide the control knob down as far as it will go and retain in this position. Sparks should be generated between the electrode and thermocouple t...
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The closure plate must be fitted and sealed to the fireplace opening and hearth (where applicable) 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 a...
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7.3 gas supply connection. 8mm rigid tubing must be used to connect the gas supply to the appliance. An olive and nut are provided for connection to the “t” connector on the appliance. The connector can be rotated to allow connection from either side or the rear. The connector includes a valve for i...
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7.5 flue restrictor adjustment. (see figure 12). The appliance has an integral adjustable flue draught restrictor. This is supplied set in the fully open (unrestricted) position and in most cases no adjustment should be necessary. It can be reset to a fully restricted position if the flue draught is...
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8. Control and pressure checks please note: when operating the fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which could set off smoke alarms in the vicinity. These vapours are quite normal with new appliances. They are totally harmless and will disappear after a few hours use. 8.1 check co...
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8.2 flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. This pilot unit includes a system that will automatically shut off the gas supply if the pilot flame goes out or if there is insufficient oxygen due to spillage or poor ventilation. Check that the system operates properly as follows: 1. Light the...
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9. Fascia fitting before continuing with the installation of this appliance it is important that the information contained on the back pages of the owner guide is completed. 9.1 to fit the closure plate baffle. The closure plate baffle is supplied with the fire and is intended for use where the heig...
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10. 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 high (h) setting. 3. Leave the appliance on for five minutes. 4. Place a smoke match tube (with lighted match) horizontally underneath the radiant box but touchin...
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11. 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.  visually inspect the appliance. Clean off ...
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12. 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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12.3 to remove the electronic igniter unit. 1. Remove the fascia as in section 12.2. 2. Remove the battery from the igniter unit. 3. Note the location of the leads to the igniter unit then disconnect them ensuring that it is the tags that are held and not the leads. Pulling on the leads may cause da...
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7. Carefully slide the burner module to the right to free it from the right side of the radiant box (see figure 17). 12.7 to remove the complete burner module, pipes and pilot. 1. Remove the fascia as in section 12.2. 2. Isolate the gas supply. 3. Remove the battery from the electronic ignition unit...
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Prevent possible damage to the microswitch. 4. Remove the hexagonal bolt securing the control pivot bracket to the controller at the rear. 5. Remove the control pivot bracket. 6. Detach the lower injector pipe at the top of the gas flow rate controller. Support the controller while detaching to prev...
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12.11 to grease the gas flow rate controller. 1. Remove the fascia as in section 12.2. 2. Disconnect the slider control by removing the knurled screw from the connector arm. 3. Remove the nut and washer securing the control pivot bracket to the controller at the front. Support the pivot bracket whil...
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List of contents section page safety 34 gas consumption 35 appliance dimensions and clearances 36 operating your fire 36 the oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. 36 settings. 37 to turn the fire off. 38 lighting with a match or taper. 38 cleaning your fire 38 replacing the radiants...
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Safety do have the fire installed by a competent person (gas safe register operative). 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 nationa...
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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 bear this in mind whenever you...
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Appliance dimensions and clearances 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 ...
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1. Slide the control button to the ignition / low ( l) position. In this position, the electronic ignition system should cause a series of sparks that should light the pilot. The pilot flame can be seen through a hole immediately in front of the centre radiants (see the upper section of figure 3). W...
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To turn the fire off. 1. Slide the control button up again to the off (o) position. Both pilot and all radiants should go out. While cooling the radiants may make some crackling noises. This is quite normal. Wait at least three minutes before attempting to relight. Lighting with a match or taper. (s...
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Replacing the radiants always use the correct type of replacement radiant. Ask for valor part number 5132071 (single radiant). Turn the fire off and allow it to cool before attempting to remove the radiants. (see figure 4). To remove the dress guard, gently pull the centre of the dress guard with on...
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Maintenance battery replacement. 1. The electronic ignition unit is located at the base of the fire on the right hand side (see figure 5). 2. To access the electronic ignition unit battery the fascia will have to be removed. The fascia securing screws are located at the bottom rear of the fascia. Re...
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Warranty and service standard warranty terms & conditions the warranty is for 12 months subject to contract. Servicing can be carried out either by a heateam service operative or a gas safe register operative. You must register your fire with heateam, the service division of baxi heating uk limited,...
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Page 42 © gdc group ltd. 2011 when calling heateam, it would be helpful if you could have the following information to hand:- 1. Fire serial number (the serial number can be found on the serial number label - see figure 7 on page 47).* 2. Date of installation.* 3. Your installer name and address det...
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Page 46 © gdc group ltd. 2011 owner guide installer details (block capitals) installer name gas safe register number. Company name. Company address company telephone number company fax number.
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Page 47 © gdc group ltd. 2011 figure 7. Owner guide fascia name b r a v a model 3 4 8 serial number (a label containing this information may have been placed below or can be found on the serial number label - see figure 7) a label containing the serial number may have been placed inside this box. Se...