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Verine Quasar Plus Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions
Quasar Plus
INSET LIVE FUEL-EFFECT GAS FIRES
Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions.
Hand these instructions to the user after installation.
Model No’s NKPC**MN, NKPC**SN, NKPC**TN & NKPC**RN are for
use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. /
I.E.
** denotes variant of trim / fascia where applicable
Summary of Quasar Plus
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Quasar plus inset live fuel-effect gas fires installation, maintenance & user instructions. Hand these instructions to the user after installation. Model no’s nkpc**mn, nkpc**sn, nkpc**tn & nkpc**rn are for use on natural gas (g20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in g.B. / i.E. ** denotes variant of...
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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 nkpc**mn (mc) nkpc**sn (sc) nkpc**rn (rc) nkpc**tn (efc) gas type g20 main injectors (2 off) size 260 pilot type copreci 21100 / 141 (mc) 21100 / 162 (sc, rc & efc) max. Gross heat input : 6.9 kw min. Gross heat input : 4.2 kw co...
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Fire box dimensions (quasar plus models) width : (with trim, no spacer) 498mm height : (with trim, no spacer) 600mm depth : (overall-without fender) 170mm gas connection 8mm compression (supplied with fire) efficiency declaration the efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in bs ...
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Installation requirements 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 appliance...
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1.3 fireplace / surround suitability 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...
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Check the chimney pot / terminal and general condition of the 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 ...
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Table a - installation depth requirements for a verine quasar plus being installed into a brick built chimney, requiring 12.0 litres of debris collection volume (figure 2) when installing this product into a builders opening / brick-built chimney, the depth required is a minimum of 170mm. The 12.0 l...
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1.8 hearths this appliance must only be installed on to a concrete or non-combustible hearth. The hearth material must be a minimum thickness of 13mm with the top surface at least 50mm above the floor. The hearth must be fitted symmetrically about the fire opening and have a minimum width of 760mm a...
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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 :- a) remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See figure 3 below. Fig. 3 b) ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire opening, then slide it back into ...
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For slide control models proceed as follows: d) remove the burner heat shield from the front of the fire box to allow access to the burner. See figure 5 below. Fig. 5 e) ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire opening, then slide it back into pos...
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Fig. 6 g) 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: h) 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 i) ensure that the hearth is protected from damage and carefully lift the fire box into the fire op...
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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- h) mark out and drill 4 off no 14 (6mm) holes in the back face of the fire opening ...
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Fig. 13 m) 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. N) with ...
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Q) 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. A) remove the pressure test point screw from th...
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2.5 gas tightness and inlet pressure - remote control or electronic fire control models a) remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a manometer. B) turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test. C) light the fire, see page 31 / 32 for full details of the ope...
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Section 3 assembling fuel bed and commissioning 3.1 assembling the ceramics and fuel bed - coal models a) 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 f...
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C) 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 d) select two of the large square coals...
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E) select two of the oblong coals and one of the square coals and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. (see figure 18 below) fig. 18 f) select two small coals and position to fill the gaps at each end of the third row of coals. (s...
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G) select the remaining two oblong coals, one random coal and one square coal and position along the rear edge of the fuelbed, (see figure 20 below). Fig. 20 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 s...
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3.2 assembling the ceramics and fuel bed - pebble models a) 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 fit fully down onto the fuel bed s...
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C) pick pebbles a to e and arrange along the the front rail, ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement. (see figure 23 below). Fig. 23 d) select pebbles f to i and arrange behind the front row of pebbles, ensuring that flame paths as in...
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E) select pebbles k, l & m and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. Select the two small pebbles (j & n) and position to fill the gaps at each end of the third row of pebbles (see figure 25 below). Fig. 25 the exact position and f...
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3.3 fixing the infrared sensor in position a) due to the different fascia’s that can be supplied with these fires, the infrared sensor is supplied from the factory attached to a self adhesive pad. This pad can therefore be attached to the hearth in a position to suit the form of the fret assembly th...
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3.4 connecting the battery pack a) to prevent un-necessary battery drain, the battery pack that is used to provide the remote control function for this product is disconnected at the factory. Prior to attempting to light the product, can the installer please ensure that the battery pack is re-connec...
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3.7 lighting the appliance - manual control models a) turn on the gas isolation tap. B) depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked pilot. Hold in the control knob for a few seconds to purge the pipe work. C) continue to hold-in the control knob and press the igniter butt...
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3.8 lighting the appliance - slide control models a) 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. B) the fire will then begin its ignition sequence. If the pilot does ...
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3.9 lighting the appliance - remote control models a) the remote control handset generates an infrared signal, which will be received by the sensor situated at the front right of your fire, behind the ashpan cover. This infrared signal requires direct line of sight from the handset to the sensor on ...
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3.10 lighting the appliance - electronic fire control models. A) to light the fire using the electronic fire control, press the ignition button as indicated below in figure 30. The fire will emit a “beep” sound, the buttons can now be released. After a few seconds an audible clicking can be heard an...
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3.11 checking for clearance of combustion products a) close all doors and windows in the room. B) light the fire and allow to run for approximately 5 minutes on high position. C) after approximately 5 minutes hold a smoke match 10mm inside and below the centre of the lower front edge of the top of t...
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F) 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 lon...
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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 / pebbles from t...
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4.12.1 remove the burner assembly as in section 4.1. 4.12.2 unscrew the thermocouple retaining nut from the solenoid. 4.12.3 loosen the pilot nut and remove two screw retaining the pilot assembly. 4.12.4 re-assemble in reverse order and carry out a gas tightness test. Re-fit coals / pebbles as shown...
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Fret information to enable customers to choose their own style of fret these fires are now available without frets. In order to maintain the efficient and safe operation of the fire it is important that any fret which is used must comply with the following dimensions. (figure 34). It is important to...
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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 quasar plus gas fire the verine quasar 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 co...
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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:- a) depress the control k...
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5.3 operating the fire - slide control models the controls comprise 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 igniti...
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5.4 operating the fire using the remote control the controls comprise a remote control handset to ignite the fire and adjust the gas flow. The remote control handset generates an infrared signal, which will be received by the sensor situated at the front of your fire, below the ashpan cover. This in...
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Fig. 1 warning : if the fire goes out for any reason or is turned off and it is necessary to re-light the fire it is important to allow the fire to cool for 3 minutes before attempting to re-light it. 5.5 lighting the appliance - electronic fire control models a) the controls comprise an electronic ...
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E) to switch the appliance off completely, press the ignition / off button on the trim switch, the fire will then switch off. (an audible beep will be heard) fig. 2 warning : if the fire goes out for any reason or is turned off and it is necessary to re-light the fire it is important to allow the fi...
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5.6 turning the product off in the unlikely event of a remote handset or efc trim switch malfunction. A) in the unlikely event of the remote control handset or efc trim switch malfunctioning (or if lost or broken) after the appliance has been turned on, the fire can be turned off via the emergency s...
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5.7 replacing the batteries - remote control / electronic fire control models a) remove the ashpan cover b) the battery pack is located on the right hand side side of the burner unit at the bottom. C) carefully remove the pack and remove the batteries. D) replace in the reverse order using 6 off 1.5...
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5.10 cleaning - warning before attempting any cleaning operation ensure that the fire has been allowed to fully cool. Cleaning the trims and painted metal parts dependent upon the trim option chosen for use with this fire, there is a variety of methods that can be chosen to clean the trim. If a bras...
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5.11 assembling fuel bed & ceramics - coal models a) 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 fit fully down onto the fuel bed support ...
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C) 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 d) select two of the large square coals t...
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E) select two of the oblong coals and one of the square coals and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. (see figure 8 below) fig. 8 f) select the two small coals and position to fill the gaps at each end of the third row of coals. ...
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G) select the remaining two oblong coals, one random coal and one square coal and position along the rear edge of the fuelbed. (see figure 10 below). Fig. 10 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 s...
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5.12 assembling the ceramics and fuel bed - pebble models a) 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 fit fully down onto the fuel bed ...
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C) pick pebbles a to e and arrange along the the front rail, ensuring that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail as a guide for placement. (see figure 13 below). Fig. 13 d) select pebbles f to i and arrange behind the front row of pebbles, ensuring that flame paths as in...
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E) select pebbles k, l & m and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement. Select the two small pebbles (j & n) and position to fill the gaps at each end of the third row of pebbles (see figure 15 below). Fig. 15 the exact position and f...
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User replaceable parts the only user replaceable parts on this fire are the fuelbed components and coals / pebbles which may be replaced as described in the above section. Replacement of any other parts must be carried out by a competent person such as a gas safe registered gas installer. The part n...
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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-151750 issue 2 bfm europe ltd. Trentham lakes stoke-on-trent staffordshire st4 4tj www.Bfm-europe.Com telephone - general enquiries ...