Verine Orbis Plus Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions

Manual is about: INSET LIVE FUEL-EFFECT GAS FIRES

Summary of Orbis Plus

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    Orbis plus inset live fuel-effect gas fires installation, maintenance & user instructions. Hand these instructions to the user after installation. Model no’s nopc**mn, nopc**sn, nopc**tn2 & nopc**rn2 are for use on natural gas (g20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in g.B. / i.E. ** denotes variant o...

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    Contents page section 1 information and requirements page 1.0 appliance information 3-4 1.1 conditions of installation 5 1.2 flue and chimney suitability 5 1.3 fireplace / surround suitability 6 1.4 shelf position 6 1.5 chimney inspection 6-7 1.6 fire place opening / catchment space 7-8 1.7 fitting ...

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    Section 1 information and requirements 1.0 appliance information model nopc**mn (mc) nopc**rn2 (rc) nopc**sn (sc) nopc**tn2 (efc) gas type g20 g20 main injectors (2 off) size 260 sizw 280 pilot type copreci erta oxyp 21100 / 141 (mc) pg-83-10 21100 / 162 (sc) (rc & efc) max. Gross heat input : 6.9 k...

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    Fire box dimensions (orbis plus models) width : (with trim, no spacer) 498mm height : (with trim, no spacer) 600mm depth : (overall-without fender) 230mm gas connection 8mm compression (supplied with fire) efficiency declaration the efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in bs 7...

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    1.1 conditions of installation it is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a gas safe registered installer, in accordance with these installation instructions and the gas safety (installation and use) regulations 1998 as amended. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to ...

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    The fire must only be installed on a hearth it must not be installed directly onto carpet or other combustible floor materials. The fire is suitable for fitting to non-combustible fire place surrounds and proprietary fire place surrounds with a temperature rating of at least 150oc. If a heating appl...

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    Brickwork or masonry. If the chimney or flue is in poor condition or if there is no up-draught do not proceed with the installation. If there is a history of down-draught conditions with the chimney / flue, a tested and certificated flue terminal or cowl suitable for the relevant flue type should be...

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    Installed into a brick built chimney, requiring 12.0 litres of debris collection volume (figure 2) opening width (mm) minimum depth required (mm) 400 (minimum opening width) 298 410 392 420 285 430 280 440 273 450 (maximum opening width) 269 for example, if the appliance was to be fitted into a 400m...

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    The appliance may be fitted to twin wall metal flue boxes conforming to the constructional requirements of bs 715 / bs en 1856-2, (for example the selkirk lfe 175 box). The box must have a minimum flue diameter of 125mm internal and minimum internal dimensions of 300mm deep by 580mm high by 400mm wi...

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    Section 2 installation of fire 2.1 unpacking the fire carefully lift the fire out of the carton. Remove the loose item packaging carefully from the front of the appliance. Check the contents as listed :- packing check list 1 off fire box / burner assembly 1 off boxed ceramic base, front ceramic rail...

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    For manual control models proceed as follows :- 2.2.1 remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See figure 3 below. Fig. 3 2.2.2 ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire opening, then slide it back...

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    For slide control models proceed as follows: 2.2.4 remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See figure 5 below. Fig. 5 2.2.5 ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire opening, then slide it back in...

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    Fig. 6 2.2.7 unscrew the burner assembly fixing screws at either side of the firebox, and the two fixing screws at the base of the fire (see figure 7 below). Carefully pull the base of the burner forwards. The burner can now be removed from the appliance. Fig. 7 13.

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    For remote & electronic fire control models proceed as follows: 2.2.8 remove the trim. Remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See fig. 8 below. Fig. 8 2.2.9 ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the f...

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    Continue for all models whilst the fire box is still in position, decide which side the gas supply is to enter the fire from. If concealed pipe work is required plan the pipe run to enter the fire box through one of the openings in the sides of the fire box below the fuelbed support panel and connec...

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    The preferred method of fixing which is suitable for almost all situations is the cable fixing method which is described in the following section in detail. To fit using the preferred cable method proceed as follows- 2.2.11 mark out and drill 4 off no 14 (6mm) holes in the back face of the fire open...

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    Fig. 13 2.2.16 evenly tighten the tensioning nuts to tension both cables and pull the fire snugly against the wall. Do not overtighten, it is only necessary to pull the seal up against the sealing face of the wall, it does not need to be compressed. Check that there are no gaps behind the seal. 2.2....

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    2.2.20 before making the final gas connection, thoroughly purge the gas supply pipework to remove all foreign matter, otherwise serious damage may be caused to the gas control valve on the fire. 2.3 gas tightness and inlet pressure - manual control models. 2.3.1 remove the pressure test point screw ...

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    2.5 gas tightness and inlet pressure - remote control or electronic fire control models 2.5.1 remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a manometer. 2.5.2 turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test. 2.5.3 light the fire, see page 27 to 30 for full details ...

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    Section 3 assembling fuel bed and commissioning 3.1 assembling the ceramics and fuel bed 3.1.1 place the ribbed ceramic fuelbed base on top of the fuelbed support and pull fully forwards to the burner. Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box. Ensure that the fuelbed base...

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    3.1.3 fit three of the large sized square coals onto the front ceramic rail, and two of the random shaped coals as shown below ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement (see figure 16 below). Fig. 16 3.1.4 select two of the large square...

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    3.1.5 select three of the large random coals and two of the large square coals and arrange as shown behind the second row of coals, using the ribs in the fuelbed matrix as a guide for placement (see figure 18 below). Fig. 18 3.1.6 select the four remaining large coals and position to fill the gaps a...

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    The exact position and fit of the coals may be finely adjusted to give the most pleasing and random appearance. Warning : use only the coals supplied with the fire. When replacing the coals remove the old coals and discard them. Fit a complete set of coals of the correct type. Do not fit additional ...

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    3.3 lighting the appliance - slide control models 3.3.1 turn on the isolation valve. Depress the control lever fully downwards to the position marked. Hold down the control lever for a few seconds to allow the gas to reach the pilot. 3.3.2 the fire will then begin its ignition sequence. If the pilot...

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    3.4 fitting the batteries - remote control & electronic fire control models 3.4.1 the control valve is located at the base of the fire as shown below in figure 20. Fig. 20 3.4.2 remove the battery compartment cover from the control valve as indicated below in figure 21 and fit the 3 off aa sized bat...

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    3.4.4 on remote control models fit two off aa batteries to the handset in the direction shown inside the handset moulded into the plastic. 3.4.5 for remote control model operation please see section 3.6 3.4.6 for electronic fire control operation please see section 3.7 3.5 lighting the fire manually...

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    3.6 lighting the fire - remote control models 3.6.1 ensure valve power isolation switch is in the on position - see figure 21 hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and that your hand is in contact with both sides of the handset. The green light of the “unlock” ...

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    3.6 lighting the appliance - remote control models (continued) 3.6.3 to decrease the heat input level of the burner hold the handset as described in section 3.6.1 to unlock the keypad then press and release the - button. Pressing and releasing the - button will lower the heat input level one step at...

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    3.7 lighting the appliance - electronic fire control models. 3.7.1 to light the fire using the efc switch press and hold the power button continuously until the red light illuminates next to the operation symbol (this typically takes two seconds). As the red light illuminates release immediately the...

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    3.7.5 3.7.6 in the unlikely event of the efc switch malfunctioning the fire can be controlled from the valve, which is located behind the ash-pan cover on the fire, see section 3.5 for full manual operating instructions. If your fire does not operate manually please consult the troubleshooting chart...

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    3.10 checking for clearance of combustion products 3.10.1 close all doors and windows in the room. Light the fire and allow to run for approximately 5 minutes on high position. 3.10.2 after approximately 5 minutes hold a smoke match 10mm inside and below the centre of the lower front edge of the top...

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    3.10.5 after ensuring that the fire is safe to use it should be left in the high position to fully warm up. During this time a slight odour may be noticed, this is due to the “newness” of the fire and will soon disappear. At this stage any minor adjustments to the coals should be made using suitable...

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    Section 4 maintenance servicing notes servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a gas safe registered engineer. This is a condition of the verine guarantee schemes. The service should include visually checking the chimney and fire opening for accumulations of debris and ...

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    4.3 removing the control tap from the fire. 4.3.1 remove the burner assembly as in section 4.1. 4.3.2 pull the control knob off the control tap spindle. 4.3.3 loosen and remove the three gas pipe retaining nuts from the control tap and release the ends of the gas pipes from the control tap body. Loo...

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    4.5.3 isolate the gas supply and remove the inlet pipe from the appliance inlet elbow. The control lever operating cable can be seen running across the base of the fire, below the burner. To release the cable, unscrew the cable securing screw located in the centre of the aluminium operating arm and ...

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    4.8 removing the oxy-pilot assembly note: because this appliance is fitted with an atmosphere sensing ‘oxy- pilot’ it is not possible to replace the thermocouple separately, because the thermocouple position is factory set to a tight tolerance. Any replacement of parts on the pilot requires a comple...

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    4.9.3 to fit the replacement cable, thread the end of the new cable into the long length of p.T.F.E. Sleeve (as supplied) , taking care not to kink the sleeve. Now carefully feed the sleeve and cable into the left hand cable guide tube until the ends emerge above the control lever. Now thread the sh...

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    Remote & electronic fire control models – for diagrams refer to section 2 4.10 removing the burner assembly from the fire. 4.10.1 prepare work area (lay down dust sheets etc.) 4.10.2 lift the fender and ash pan cover of the way and put them in a safe location. Remove the loose coals from the fuel be...

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    4.12.4 re-assemble in reverse order and carry out a gas tightness test. Re-fit coals as shown in section 3. The fender and ash pan cover can now be re-positioned. 4.13 replacing the batteries (within the firebox) 4.13.1 remove the fender and ashpan assembly the battery holder is located on the valve...

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    Parts shortlist replacement of parts must be carried out by a competent person such as a gas safe registered gas installer. The part numbers of the replaceable parts are as follows, these are available from bfm europe who may be contacted at the address shown on the rear cover. Fuelbed base b-58690 ...

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    Section five - user instructions 5.1 installation information conditions of installation it is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a competent (e.G. Gas safe registered) installer, in accordance with the installation instructions and the gas safety (installation and use) regulation...

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    About your new verine orbis plus gas fire the verine orbis plus coal effect gas fire incorporates a unique and highly developed fuel bed which gives the realism of a loose coal layout combined with realistic flames and glow. The use of durable ceramic material in the construction of the fuelbed comp...

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    5.2 operating the fire - manual control models the controls are located behind the ashpan cover which is situated behind the ashpan / fender. The controls, comprise a control valve to adjust the gas flow and a push button piezo igniter. To light the fire proceed as follows:- 5.2.1 depress the contro...

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    44 5.3 operating the fire - slide control models the control comprises a control lever, to turn the fire on and off and adjust the gas rate. The control lever is located at the top right hand side of the fire. Depressing the control lever fully operates the igniter and lights the pilot flame and ign...

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    5.4 operating the fire - remote control models 5.4.1 the controls comprise a remote handset, to turn the fire on and off and adjust the gas rate. Ensure valve power isolation switch is in the on position - see figure 4. Hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and...

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    5.4 operating the fire - remote control models (continued) 5.4.3 to decrease the heat input level of the burner hold the handset as described in section 5.4.1 to unlock the keypad then press the and release the - button. Pressing and releasing the - button will lower the heat input level one step at...

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    5.5 operating the fire - electronic fire control models. 5.5.1 to light the fire using the efc switch press and hold the power button continuously until the red light illuminates next to the operation symbol (this typically takes two seconds). As the red light illuminates release immediately the pow...

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    5.5 lighting the appliance - electronic fire control models (continued) 5.5.3 to increase the heat input level of the fire’s burner pressing and releasing the + button will increase the heat input level one step at a time. Pressing the + button continuously will move the heat input level to the maxi...

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    5.6 manual operation of remote control & electronic fire control models 5.6.1 these products can be operated manually should the need arise. The control valve is located at the base of the fire as shown below in figure 3. Fig. 3 5.6.2 ensure that the power isolation switch is in position “1” and the...

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    5.6.3 to operate the fire press and hold the “power” button as shown in figure 2 on the previous page for two seconds, release as soon as the red indicator light in figure 2 on the previous page illuminates. The burner will start its ignition sequence and light to the maximum heat input level. 5.6.4...

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    5.9 spillage monitoring system all models regardless of control type are fitted with a spillage monitoring system which shuts down the fire if the evacuation of combustion products from the fire is affected by a partially or fully blocked flue. If this system operates the fire will go out. If this o...

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    5.11 assembling fuel bed & ceramics - coal models 5.11.1 place the ribbed ceramic fuelbed base on top of the fuelbed support and pull fully forwards to the burner. Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box. Ensure that the fuelbed base is fitted fully down onto the fuel be...

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    5.11.3 fit three of the large sized square coals onto the front ceramic rail, and two of the random shaped coals as shown below ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement (see figure 6 below). Fig. 6 5.11.4 select two of the large square...

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    5.11.5 select three of the large random coals and two of the large square coals and arrange as shown behind the second row of coals, using the ribs in the fuelbed matrix as a guide for placement (see figure 8 below). Fig. 8 5.11.6 select the remaining two large square coals and two random coals and ...

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    The exact position and fit of the coals may be finely adjusted to give the most pleasing and random appearance. Warning : use only the coals supplied with the fire. When replacing the coals remove the old coals and discard them. Fit a complete set of coals of the correct type. Do not fit additional ...

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    Due to our policy of continual improvement and development the exact accuracy of illustrations and descriptions contained in this book cannot be guaranteed part no. B-170350 issue 2 bfm europe ltd. Trentham lakes stoke-on-trent staffordshire st4 4tj www.Bfm-europe.Com telephone - general enquiries :...