Instruction Manual
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1. Cast frame hook on The appliance is supplied with a cast decorative frame To attach the frame to the firebox simply hook on at the top as shown in figure 18 The frame incorporates magnets at the bottom to hold it in position Place the frame into position in front of the fire and slide the ashpan door into place Do not use any other firefront other than the one supplied with this appliance The firefront shown in these instructions may dif fer from the one supplied with the appliance T 2011 Focal Point Fires plc Turn on the power supply and momentarily press the ON switch on the control box locat d to the right of th trol knob The f hould te with th ing light illuminat J e O e rig fe e control Kno e fan snou opera e WI e warning Ig Humina ed Almost immediately the fan will slow down to operating speed and a click may be heard as the safety solenoid opens allowing gas to the burner unit The warning light on the control a7 box should extinguish The pilot is visible through the left hand side of ceramic fuel matrix When cold the coals or pebbles may be rotated for good viewing The fire features a twin spark ignition system to ae aid lighting Push the control knob in fully and turn anti clockwise through both of the SPARK positions keeping fully depressed hold there for a few seconds If the fire has not been used for some time hold the knob in this position for longer to allow any air in t2. 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 6 0 FUEL BED LAYOUT FULL DEPTH MODELS CONTINUED GB IE Figure 4 2 Position the front coal strip as shown in figure 4 The rear edge of the front coal strip should fit in front of the burner rail Again do not to place on top of the burner rails When the front coal is in position bend up the three metal tags at the front of the tray to retain as shown in figure 5 Figure 5 3 Coals All of the coals are the same Take five coals and place them as shown in figure 6 Care should be taken to ensure that the coals bridge the gap between the front coal and the four coal supports at the front of the matrix Care should also be taken not to push the coals right down between the coal supports as this can detract from the flame picture when the appliance is running a 4 Take five more moulded coals and position as shown in figure 7 to form the second row of the fuel effect The coals may be rotated as desired to fit into the gaps between the coal supports in order to create a random realistic effect Again remember not to push the coals down too far into the valleys between the coal supports as this can have a detrimental effect to the flame picture Ss 5 Take another four coals and place behind the second row of coals as shown in figure 8 in order to complete the third row The coals may be orientated as desired to achieve a realistic effect Keep the spacing between the coals even and unifo
3. Maximum depth of shelf Minimum distance from finished hearth surface to underside of shelf 100mm 745mm 150mm 845mm 203mm 895mm A non combustible shelf may be fitted to within 10mm of the top edge of the fireframe Combustible materials such as wood may be fitted to within 100mm of either side of the frame of the appliance providing the forward projection does not exceed 100mm Any combustible side walls must be at least 500mm to the side of the radiant heat source As with all heating appliances any decorations soft furnishings and wall coverings i e flock blown vinyl and embossed paper positioned too close to the appliance may discolour or scorch Ct 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 3 0 VENTILATION ED No purpose provided ventilation is normally required for this appliance The requirements of other appliances operating in the same space or room and the results of a spillage test must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation requirements this will have been carried out by your registered installer For Republic of Ireland ventilation may be required see IS 813 ICP3 IS 327 and any other rules in force WARNING Ventilation openings where fitted must never be blocked or restricted in any way 4 0 OPERATING THE APPLIANCE Turn on the power supply and momentarily press the ON switch on the control box located to the right of the control knob The fan should operate with the warning light illuminated
4. 1 Fuel Bed Layout Slimline Models 5 7 0 Cleaning 7 8 0 List of Replacement Parts 7 9 0 Installation Details 8 10 0 Service History 8 1 0 IMPORTANT NOTES e The installation and Servicing of this fire MUST only be carried out by a competent person in accordance with local Codes and or Regulations Building Regulations and the manufacturer s instructions Failure to comply with these could lead to pros ecution and invalidate the appliance warranty In the event of gas leakage from the appliance the gas supply must be turned off at the nearest isolating valve This appliance is only suitable for the gas type for which it is supplied e Keep a note of the installer s name and address the original purchase receipt and the date of installation Failure to produce this information may invalidate the warranty The appliance should be serviced regularly to ensure continued safe operation See the servicing section for further reference e Parts of this appliance become naturally hot during use It is recommended that a suitable fireguard is used especially where young children pets the elderly or infirm are concerned The manufacturer of this appliance considers all surfaces as working surfaces with the exception of the control knob and control panel e It is recommended that a suitable fire guard conforming to BS 8423 2002 is used especially where young children the eld erly or infirm are concerned e The appliance should be serviced regularly
5. Almost immediately the fan will slow down to operating speed and a click may be heard as the safety solenoid opens allowing gas to the burner unit The warning light on the control box should extinguish The pilot is visible through the left hand side of ceramic fuel matrix When cold the coals or pebbles may be rotated for good viewing The fire features a twin spark ignition system to aid lighting Push the control knob in fully and turn anti clockwise through both of the SPARK positions keeping fully depressed hold there for a few seconds If the fire has not been used for some time hold the knob in this position for longer to allow any air in the pipes to be purged Continue turning anti clockwise through the spark clicks to the nine o clock position ensur ing the pilot has lit If not return the knob clockwise and repeat When the pilot lights after one of the two sparks keep the knob depressed in the nine o clock position for approximately ten seconds Now release the knob and the pilot should stay alight If the pilot is extinguished during use wait three minutes before repeating the ignition pro cedure To achieve the HIGH setting push the control knob in slightly and continue turning anti clockwise to the high position The main burn er should light after a few seconds To decrease the setting to LOW push the knob in slightly and turn the control knob clockwise to the low setting To turn to the pilot only position fr
6. Appliance Data 3 8 9 Gas Connection II 3 0 Installation Requirements 3 8 10 Spark Gap II 4 0 Terminal Location 4 9 0 Fuel Bed Layout lIl 5 0 Site Requirements 5 10 0 Fitting Frame and Front l1 6 0 Ventilation 5 11 0 Operating the Appliance 12 7 0 Unpacking the Appliance 5 12 0 Operating Pressure 12 7 Component Checklist 6 13 0 Testing for Spillage 12 8 0 Preparing for Installation 6 14 0 Briefing the Customer 13 8 1 Outer Wall Aperture 6 150 Servicn 13 8 2 Gas Supply Routes 7 i S i 15 1 Cleaning the Ceramics 13 8 3 Installation Method 7 A 15 2 Dismantling the Burner Tray 13 8 4 Installation Method 2 8 F A 15 3 Checking the Fan Assembly 14 8 5 Installation Method 3 9 54 c I Box R 5 8 6 Flue Preparation 10 OnEroh Pex Remova 87 Firebox and Tray 10 16 0 Troubleshooting Guide 15 e This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance which provides radiant warmth utilising the latest type burner technology e The fire is designed to suit various types of fireplaces and installation methods as detailed in this manual e The appliance must be installed by a competent person in accordance with Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations 1998 It is strongly recommended that a GAS SAFE registered engineer be used for this purpose e Read all these instructions before commencing installation This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and used only in a sufficiently ventilated space e The appliance is
7. ED Before carrying out any of the following operations ensure that the fire is OFF and completely cold FIREFRAME The appliance is supplied with a decorative frame in a variety of finishes A wipe with a dry cloth is normally suffi cient but on stains it is permissible to use a damp cloth with a mild household cleaner followed by a wipe with a dry cloth DO NOT use abrasive cleaners as these may damage the finish To re assemble ensure the magnets are place on the steel backing pieces and re fit to the firebox Do not use a damp cloth to clean cast iron frames Arch and Finsbury models as this can cause the frames to rust IMPORTANT Due to the possibility of sharp edges care should be taken when cleaning the three piece frame components The use of protective gloves is recommended FIREFRONT Any dust accumulating in the firefront may be removed using a vacuum cleaner or dry cloth Heavy stains may be removed by using a damp cloth and mild household detergent Brass parts of the firefront may be cleaned using a suitable brass cleaner Replace the front centrally against the fire after cleaning Do not use a damp cloth to clean cast iron fronts Arch and Finsbury models as this can cause the fronts to rust PAINTED AREAS These can be cleaned using a dry cloth COALS AND CERAMICS Refer to page 2 section 6 0 of these user instructions for the correct Do not create dust from the coals Clean gently in the open air Replace component
8. designed for installation on to a non combustible hearth of at least 300mm depth e This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type and at the pressure stated on the appliance data plate e This appliance is available with a number of fuel effect options These instructions cover all fuel effect options See the rele vant sections of these instructions for further details e In the event of gas leakage from the appliance the gas supply must be turned off at the nearest isolating valve e The appliance must be installed in accordance with the following e Manufacturers Instructions e The Building Regulations issued by the Department for Communities and Local Government the Building Standards Scotland Consolidation Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department e Relevant British Standards insofar as the relevant areas are not covered by these instructions e For Republic of Ireland reference should be made to the current edition of IS813 the relevant standards governing installation e Failure to comply with the above could lead to prosecution and deem the manufacturer s warranty invalid e The appliance is designed to fit various types of situations as described in sections 8 3 to 8 5 e It should be noted that heaters create warm air currents These currents move heat to wall surfaces next to the heater Installing the heater next to vinyl or cloth wall coverings or operating the heater where impurities in
9. in figure 2 to form the second row of the fuel effect The pebbles may be rotat ed as desired to fit into the gaps between the supports in order to create a random realistic effect Again remember not to push the pebbles down too far into the valleys between the supports as this can have a detrimental effect to the flame picture 4 Now take another two pebbles and place behind the second row of pebbles next to each other in the centre of the fuel bed as shown in figure 13 The pebbles may be orientated as desired to achieve a realistic effect Keep the spacing between the pebbles even and uni form 5 Finally take the four remaining large pebbles and place at the back of the fuel matrix as shown in figure 4 The pebbles may be orien tated as desired in order to give a realistic effect Avoid pushing the pebbles down between the supports The fuel bed layout is now com plete IMPORTANT The fire is designed to operate correctly with the pebbles supplied when assembled according to the instructions Never add to the sixteen pebbles or change them for a different type Never throw rubbish or other matter onto the fuel bed Note Due to the light colour of the pebbles some discoloura tion sooting is to be expected during normal use Figure 10 Figure Figure 12 Figure 13 2011 Focal Point Fires plc Slimline coal effect models igure 15 This fire is supplied with 1 ceramic coals The coals may vary
10. place It is essential the min eral wool jacket be fitted to the rear of the appliance to prevent condensation and to insulate the appliance firebox from the cold air of the cavity Note Neither the appliance firebox nor the mineral wool jacket should bridge the cavity Consult your local Building Control Department for any additional construction requirements or further advice Figure 10 8 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 8 5 INSTALLATION METHOD 3 ED Opening width Overall width N oo P a Overall height excluding hearth Fireplace a 5 backpanel l 5 Superlux Opening height excluding hearth a board i Recessed depth of fire Full depth Slimline models models S 300mm in front of the Hi T with it s top surface 50mm above the i 580mm 580mm surrounding floor level or having a 50mm 125 high fixed fender around it s perimeter mm Installation into timber framed dwellings Where removal of any part of the inner timber leaf of the wall is involved the structural integrity of the wall must be maintained and the advice of your local Building Control Department should be sought If the property is under any N H B C cover it is advised that their advice on this modification should also be sought Either of the two preceding methods of installation may be adapted for use in timber framed buildings providing extra care is taken to prevent combustible materials from contact with hot surfaces The applia
11. pressure could indicate a supply prob lem If the inlet pressure is too high the gas supply meter governor may be set incorrectly This should be checked with the fire running and if necessary reset by the gas supplier If the inlet pressure is too low then check the meter gover nor pressure with the appliance running If this is less than the inlet pres sure stated in section 2 0 of these instructions it will need to be reset by the gas supplier If the inlet pressure is too low but the meter governor pressure is acceptable then a problem in the supply pipework is to be sus pected Upon satisfactory checking of the inlet pressure turn the fire off disconnect the pressure gauge and refit the test point screw Light the fire and check for gas soundness In the event that the inlet pressure is not in accordance with the figures stated in the data section of these instructions the appliance must not be commissioned and the problem investigated and rectified Close all doors and windows to the room containing the appliance Let the fire run on HIGH for five minutes Take a smoke match Qa A q eS light it and using a smoke match tube hold it at the top edge of the fire opening 25mm down and 25mm in Starting 50mm in from either side run the smoke match across the opening All the smoke should be drawn into the upper firebox Any smoke returning into the room indicates that spillage is
12. slightly in size shape in order to allow a realistic layout Firstly place the brick panel against the rear of the firebox as shown in figure 15 2 Place the ceramic combustion matrix onto the burner as shown in figure 16 3 Place the front row of five coals on to the matrix as shown in fig ure 7 Ensure the coals are firmly against the side cheeks as shown in the photograph If necessary pull the coals forward slightly to ensure their rear edges do not overhang the flame ports The edges of the coals MUST NOT be allowed to enter the flame ports 4 Place the middle row of four coals onto the supports in the matrix over the top of the holes as shown in figure 18 Ensure the coals are not turned sideways such that they actually enter the holes 5 Finally place the rear row of two coals as shown in figure 19 Note The coals must not be crammed together or inserted into the holes in the matrix A well laid out generously spaced coal layout will give the best results IMPORTANT The fire is designed to operate correctly with the coals supplied when assembled according to the instructions Never add to the eleven coals or change them for a different type Never throw rubbish or other matter onto the fuel bed 2011 Focal Point Fires plc This fire is supplied with 15 ceramic pebbles The pebbles may vary slightly in size shape and colour in order to allow a realistic layout Place the brick panel against the re
13. vents air conditioning units extractor fans ceiling fans etc See section 4 1 for more information on ventilation The fire box must be installed onto a suitable non combustible insulating surface at least 12mm thick covering the entire base area of the box This appliance is suitable for use with a lightweight surround and back panel of 150 C minimum rating A suitable gas supply and an electrical 3 Amp fixed fused spur are both required near the intended appliance site Flue specification Figure A Firebox fitting depth inc 25mm for Rockwool jacket B Depth from rear of firebox frame to spigot C Flue pipe length D Permitted recess depth of terminal box Optional External Please refer to the diagram on the following page for more details of the most suitable site for the fan terminal The terminal must be located so that the outlet is not obstructed in any way allowing poor disposal of combustion products A safety cage should be fitted in place over the terminal to ensure compliance with Byelaws Terminals located in passageways between two properties public footpaths or which might discharge over the same may be subject to local Byelaws on items such as minimum distances for projection In these circumstances it is the installers responsibility to check that the location of the terminal does not infringe any Byelaws If in any doubt about flue terminal location especially with regards to garages and car por
14. C single phase normal domestic electrical supply Connection to the mains supply should be made with the three core cable green yellow earth blue neutral brown live to a fixed fused spur with double pole insulation minimum 3mm separation of poles and fused at 3 amp Take care not to pull or damage the internal wiring to the the fan unit at any time during installation Should the mains cable become damaged at any stage it should only be replaced with the manufacturers sup plied cable part no F930137 Failure to use a genuine spare could cause a hazard WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED If a concealed gas supply is to be used the supply pipe must be sleeved through walls and floors If the fire is to be inset into the cavity leaf only factory sleeved pipe should be used For further details see relevant section A separate isolation device must be incorporated into the incoming gas supply to facilitate servicing No more than 1 5 metres of 8mm pipe should be used in the connection of the gas supply to the appliance as more could result in an unacceptable drop in pressure This appliance must only be installed onto a non combustible wall or surface The fire requires a hearth with a non combustible surface at least 12mm thick The top surface of the hearth must be at least 50mm above floor level or be surrounded by a raised edge or fixed fender of at least 50mm high The non combustible hearth must extend a minimum of 300mm in f
15. INSTALLATION amp USER INSTRUCTIONS POWERFLUE GAS FIRE RANGE ED i MODELS COVERED BY THESE INSTRUCTIONS i f i FINSBURY SLIMLINE CONVECTOR POWERFLUE F500283 FINSBURY FULL DEPTH POWERFLUE F500284 ARCH SLIMLINE CONVECTOR POWERFLUE F500285 ARCH FULL DEPTH POWERFLUE F500286 2 Focal Point Fires plc AURA SLIMLINE CONVECTOR POWERFLUE F500287 Christchurch Dorset BH23 2BT AURA FULL DEPTH POWERFLUE F500288 Tel 01202 499330 BLENHEIM SLIMLINE CONVECTOR POWERFLUE F500289 Fax 01202 499326 BLENHEIM FULL DEPTH POWERFLUE F500290 A ETO aT LULWORTH SLIMLINE CONVECTOR POWERFLUE F500291 www focalpointfires co uk LULWORTH FULL DEPTH POWERFLUE F500292 e sales focalpointfires co uk Aura firefront EEA ugung a ay 22 ee Finsbury firefront Arch firefront Blenheim firefront Lulworth firefront IN THE UK ALWAYS USE A GAS SAFE REGISTERED ENGINEERTO INSTALL REPAIR OR SERVICE THIS APPLIANCE Please note Except where otherwise stated all rights including copyright in the text images and layout of this booklet is owned All instructions must be handed to the user for by Focal Point Fires plc You are not permitted to copy or adapt safekeeping any of the content without the prior written permission of Focal Revision B II II Cie 2011 Focal Point Fires plc Point Fires plc Section Contents Page No Section Contents Page No 1 0 Important Notes 2 8 8 Fitting Fan Terminal 10 2 0
16. ar of the firebox as shown in fig ure 20 2 Place the ceramic combustion matrix onto the burner and the ceramic side cheeks onto the matrix as shown in figure 21 3 Place the front row of six pebbles on to the matrix as shown in fig ure 22 Ensure the pebbles are firmly against the side cheeks as shown in the photograph If necessary pull the pebbles forward slightly to ensure their rear edges do not overhang the flame ports The edges of the pebbles MUST NOT be allowed to enter the flame ports 4 Place the middle row of four pebbles onto the supports in the matrix over the top of the holes as shown in figure 23 Ensure the pebbles are not turned sideways such that they actually enter the holes 5 Place the rear row of five pebbles making sure that the flat sides are firmly against the brick panel and side cheeks as shown The peb bles must not be crammed together or inserted into the holes in the matrix A well laid out generously spaced pebble layout will give the best results IMPORTANT The fire is designed to operate correctly with the pebbles supplied when assembled according to the instructions Never add to the fifteen pebbles or change them for a different type Never throw rubbish or other matter onto the fuel bed Note Due to the light colour of the pebbles some discoloura tion sooting is to be expected during normal use Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 7 0 CLEANING
17. ck the fan outlet with a piece of card The fan should build up speed in an effort to clear the obstruction when this fails the pilot will be extinguished and the fan cut out When you are sure the operation is cor rect refit the terminal cover and wire cage Disconnect the electrical supply and isolate the gas supply Remove the burner tray as pre 2011 Focal Point Fires plc viously described in the relevant section Remove the two securing screws and lift away the control box heatshield Slide the control box to the left off its mounting bracket and remove the multiway connector from the rear Replacement is reverse of removal taking care to ensure the box is mounted securely and each individual connector pin makes good contact with the control box pin Please note Repair work to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a suitably qualified qualified to City amp Guilds 2392 test and inspection and City amp Guilds 2382 IEE 7th edition for example person in accordance with local and national safety regulations WARNING Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous Technical description modes of operation Fault Problem Fan fails to start and no neon indicator light on the control box illuminates Fan fails to start and neon indicator light remains illuminated indefinitely without holding the on button in neon indicator only extinguishes when you press the o
18. d fire surround or by constructing a shallow false chimney breast of a minimum 180mm deep See diagram for fur ther dimensions Inner cavity leaf Centring on the pilot hole already drilled create a hole from inside the property 125mm diameter If the property has loose fill cavity wall insulation fitted it will be necessary to seal the wall cavity where the flue opening is formed to prevent insulation mate rial coming into contact with hot surfaces of the fire and it s components The recommended method is to pack a depth of 50 100mm of Rockwool or a similar non combustible insulation material into the cavity Where the property does not have existing cavity wall insulation it is still recommended that a space 50 100mm into the cavity is packed with Rockwool or similar material to prevent any future installation of cavity wall insulation from coming into contact with hot areas of the appliance At this point the false chimney breast or fire surround should be installed Note When constructing the stud partition all uninsulated combustible material must be kept a minimum of 75mm away from the fireplace Combustible materials closer than 75mm MUST be protected with a minimum of 25mm insulation material 2011 Focal Point Fires ple lt D Figure 9 A __ Opening width Superlux B Overall width board Fireplace C Overall height excluding hearth backpanel D Opening height excluding hearth Lintel E Rece
19. e gas supply 3 Carefully remove the ceramic components and place safely to one side 4 Remove the decorative frame and or firefront and and check frame top for discolouration and signs of spillage 5 Disconnect the gas supply pipe and remove the two securing screws in the burner legs 6 Disconnect the three way molex connector between the solenoid and control box and remove the burner unit 7 Strip off the burner pipes and clean thoroughly 8 Clean out the injector and pilot assembly The pilot injector cannot be removed DO NOT damage pilot injector 9 Remove the two securing screws and lift away control box heatshield 10 Check electrical connections to the control box are sound and earth screw is fully tightened Re assemble and re fit the burner tray making sure to reconnect the three way plug 12 Re fit the decorative frame and or firefront 13 Re fit and replace the ceramics using genuine spares where necessary 14 Turn on the gas supply and leak test in accordance with current edition of BS6891 15 Dismantle the fan terminal unit and clean thoroughly especially the sensing pipes and fan blades 16 Check the flue tube is free from obstruction and or air leaks and sealing rings are correctly fitted 17 Re fit fan terminal and reconnect the power supply 18 Check any purpose provided ventilation is un obstructed 19 Check fan for operation and electrical soundness 20 Switch ON the fire and test for spillage in accordance with s
20. ection 13 0 of these instructions 21 Check operating pressure and safe operation of the appliance Remove the firefront and place to one side Remove the ceramic components Gently clean in the open air Be careful not to cre 15 1 CLEANING THE CERAMICS ate dust from the coals Where necessary replace damaged components with genuine spares Seal scrap components in plastic bags and dispose of at proper refuse sites as directed Re fit the ceramic components carefully in accordance with section 5 0 of the user instructions Remove the tray as previously described The pilot unit can be removed by undoing the tubing nut the thermocouple nut on the 15 2 DISMANTLING THE BURNER UNIT rear of the valve HT lead and the two securing screws and lifting away Remove the tubing nut from the valve end of the pilot pipe and blow through to dislodge any debris Clean the exterior of the pilot assembly with a soft brush and blow through the flame ports on the pilot head Check the aeration holes are free from lint or dirt The pilot assembly is a non serviceable item and should not be taken apart other than the removal of the lint guard The aeration hole must be absolutely clear internally for proper operation A thoroughly cleaned inside and out oxypilot will cure a wide range of ignition faults The injector can be removed from the burner assembly with two spanners to make cleaning easier Remove the two tubing nuts on the ends of the gas pipe to the i
21. ecure into place using the two previously drilled holes Ensure the flue unit has passed correctly through the wall Note If using an over hearth gas supply the route of the pipe should be located through the purpose provided cutouts if applicable on the decorative firefront supplied with the appliance Place the burner tray near to the firebox and connect the three way plug from the control box to the safety solenoid mounted on the burner The external fan terminal can now be fitted This comprises three parts the wall fan box section the cover and the trim frame only used for recessed mounting At this point the trim must be fitted to the fan box unit if the terminal is to be recessed into the wall Remove the four self tapping screws from the sides of the fan box and slide the trim frame over the box with the fixing flanges facing into the wall Secure with Seal along top and sides of terminal box the four screws and proceed to fit the terminal as described below Offer up the fan unit and feed the connecting cable through the entry hole in the wall plate It may be advantageous to remove the rubber grommet in the entry hole to aid insertion of the wires and refit afterwards Run the connector through the entry hole then feed them through the grommet before finally refitting the grom met to the entry hole Note The grommet MUST be refitted in order to prevent damage to the fan wiring harness Installing the fan terminal by sur
22. ensitive building components e g plastic gutters soil or drain pipes 75mm Below eaves 200mm Tomea em em EE ee i rarena O o em PN Horizontally from a terminal on the same wall 300mm a In addition for temperature and structural reasons the terminal should not be closer than 150mm to an opening in the building fabric formed for the purpose of accommodating a built in element such as a window frame b The reference to external corners does not apply to building protrusions not exceeding 450mm such as disused chim neys on external walls Care should also be taken with the terminal location relative to nearby plants grass or trees as the gasses expelled may be hot enough to damage them At least 1000mm clearance is recommended Note Dimensions relate specifically to the exhaust outlet at the base of fan terminal box 4 2011 Focal Point Fires plc lt D For aesthetic purposes it is essential that the hearth and infill plinth area are flat and level The hearth and infill must also be square to the back panel Failure to comply with this could cause the appliance to lean away from the fireplace resulting in an unsatis factory installation The electrical earth to the property and all wiring must be carried out in accordance with IEE Wiring Regulations including any Local Regulations If you are unsure about this aspect then professional advice should be sought This appliance is suitable for use with a 230V 50Hz A
23. face mounting on the outside wal Slide the fan unit on to the previously installed flue pipe Mark the four fixing screw positions on the wall and drill the 5mm securing holes into the brickwork Affix the fan terminal to the wall with the wall plugs and screws provided A bead of silicone weather sealant or similar suitable sealant should be applied along the top edge and down the two sides of the terminal where it meets the wall to prevent the ingress Seal along top and sides of frame of water as shown in figure 13 Any excess sealant should be wiped away Figure 13 Surface mounted installation Fitting the fan terminal by recessing into the outer wall If already fitted remove the four long M4 screws from the top and bottom of the fan terminal Fit the terminal into the wall opening previously prepared ensuring the flue tube seats correctly over the terminal spigot When correctly fitted insert the four screws into the threaded inserts fitted to the inside of the top and bottom of the terminal Using a suitable screwdriver continue to wind in the four screws from the inside of the box until the fan terminal is held securely in the opening as shown in figure 14 Alternatively four holes may be marked in the sides of the fan terminal and these drilled through into the brick work The terminal can then be secured with wall plugs and screws Apply a bead of silicone weather sealant or similar suitable sealant around the top and side edges of
24. ff button Fan fails to start and neon indicator light is illuminated but only when holding the on button in Fan starts and neon indicator light is illuminated but then cycles on and off every 2 3 seconds Neon indicator light also flashes on and off every 2 3 seconds Fan starts and neon indicator extinguishes fan continues to run in high setting but solenoid does not open Fan starts and neon indicator light is illuminated but then cycles from high to low every few seconds Fan cycles high to low on windy days Fan runs in correct sequence but will not pass spillage tests 15 Cause Remedy There is no power to the control box Check power at mains supply check fuses Check wall switch is turned ON Check all plugs connectors and continuity of wiring from mains supply to control box see figure 29 terminals 9 amp 10 If mains power is defi nitely present at the control box but neon indicator light does not light AT ALL even momentarily then replace the control box Check all plugs connectors and continuity of wiring from terminals 6 amp 8 on the control box see figure 29 to terminals of the motor coil on the fan If this is all OK check continuity across fan motor terminals if OK switch mains power on and press on button indicator light remains illuminated Check 240V is present at terminal 6 of the control box see figure 29 and at the live terminal of the fan motor If fan does not turn re
25. h can upset this balance and result in a noisy broken fan Should the need arise to check the resistance across the motor coil of the fan then this should be 510 10 Clean outlet and airflow sensing tubes located inside the fan outlet as shown in figure 24 now accessible with fan removed with a suitable brush Remove the silicone hoses and clean out any debris insects or moisture that may be present Ensure the hoses are re connected correctly as shown in figures 25 and 26 Small cable ties as shown in figure 27 must be used to ensure a tight seal between the hoses and the hose glands on the pressure switch Should it be necessary to remove the wires from the pressure switch then they must be replaced as shown in figure 28 _ f Figure 26 Full depth models ui i i i WS Figure 25 Slimline models components of the terminal box ensure sealing rings are in position on the firebox spigot Figure 27 and the terminal box spigot Refit the terminal to the wall Ensure that no plants etc obscure the exhaust outlet Re assemble the remaining Reconnect the electrical supply and check the operation of the fan Press the ON switch the fan should build up speed with the warning light illuminated and then rest at normal operating speed The light on the control box should extinguish The safety solenoid on the burner tray should now open Establish a pilot flame but DO NOT light the main burner Blo
26. he pipes to be purged Continue turning anti clockwise through the spark clicks to the nine o clock position ensur ty N ing the pilot has lit If not return the knob clockwise and repeat Figure 19 So When the pilot lights after one of the two sparks keep the knob depressed in the nine o clock position for approximately ten seconds Now release the knob and the pilot should stay alight If the pilot is extinguished during use wait three minutes before repeating the ignition procedure To achieve the HIGH setting push the control knob in slightly and continue turning anti clockwise to the high position The main burn er should light after a few seconds To decrease the setting to LOW push the knob in slightly and turn the control knob clockwise to the low setting To turn to the pilot only position from the HIGH or LOW positions press the control knob in and return to the nine o clock position and release To turn the fire OFF keep the knob pressed in return to the off position and release Press the OFF button on the control box to switch off the fan Figure 20 Release the pressure test point screw and attach a pressure gauge Light the fire on the HIGH setting To commission the appliance the operating M pressure must be in accordance with the figures stated in section 2 0 of these instructions The fire is factory set to achieve the correct flow rates at the specified inlet pressure Any significant variation in the inlet
27. iance across the hearth or through the knock outs provided in the rear of the firebox Gas pipes should not be buried or routed through walls without being protected by conduit or sleeving An isolation tap must be included in the gas connection pipe to facilitate servicing Figure 7 Outer leaf Note Any fittings used underneath the appliance must be rated to 80 C and must not come into contact with the underside of the burner unit For INSTALLATION METHOD I the gas supply can be run in the conventional manner taking due account of rules and regulations For INSTALLATION METHOD 2 use only factory sleeved pipe in a continuous unjoined length in the cavity of the wall and area which communicates with the cavity Ensure a good seal where the pipe enters through the appliance grommet This is a permitted gas sup ply routing Firebox Fireplace panel Figure 8 Fireplace i Opening width backpanel Ex Overall width E Overall height excluding hearth aa Opening height excluding hearth Rockwool Insulation ee Recessed depth of fire Space allowed for Rockwool jacket BS pall gepe Slimline models models e em mm em in front of the appliance with it s top sur 55 a i face 50mm above the surrounding floor eS False chimney EB 180mm 125mm level or having a 50mm high fixed fender breast This method requires minimal modification to the property s wall and is achieved utilising either an extende
28. ining other fittings or parts When all loose parts have been removed the outer sleeve may be lifted off to reveal the appliance Check that the components supplied correlate with the checklist given in section 7 1 Please dispose of the packaging materials at your local recycling centre 5 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 7 1 COMPONENT CHECKLIST GB IE QUANTITY DESCRIPTION Firebox and burner tray assembly Decorative front and frame assembly depending on model Moulded ceramic fibre combustion matrix Front ceramic strip full depth versions only Bag of 16 moulded ceramic coals or pebbles full depth models only Bag of moulded coals Slimline coal models only Bag of I5 moulded pebbles Slimline pebble models only Set of manufacturers instructions Bag of fixings 10 wallplugs 10 No 8 x 40 screws 4 No 8 x 0 5 screws 3 lengths of sealing strip Ceramic radiant panels full depth models only Ceramic radiant panel slimline models only Pair of small ceramic side cheeks Slimline pebble models only L brackets full depth models only Fan terminal assembly including fan box trim and fan box cover Twin walled tubular flue Mineral wool jacket Terminal guard cage l l l l l l l l l 3 l l 2 l l l l 8 0 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION Remove the fire tray from the firebox by remov ing the two securing screws in the front legs of the tray and rear mounted transit screws and invert the tray Carefully unpl
29. n terminal box needs to be properly insulated against any leakage of heat back from the appliance firebox Use Rockwool to ensure the fan box is well insulated Check for pilot shrinkage due to low gas pressure Observe pilot flame for signs of disturbance The following information may be of use to engineers attempting to diagnose a fault Initially with the unit in its off state the gas valve relay contacts are open circuit and the fan is off To activate the unit the user depresses the on switch At this point the air pressure switch APS is checked If this indicates that fan pressure is already present then no further action will occur and when the user releases the on switch the unit will be in its off state The neon indicator will light to show that air flow is not established and so the user should not attempt ignition yet This is a convenience rather than a safety feature If the APS indicates no air flow then the fan will be switched on at its high rate Once the unit is in this state it will then wait until the APS indicates air flow Once air pressure has been established the fan will be switched to its low rate After a delay the gas valve relay will be activated This allows current from a source external to the unit to activate the solenoid valve so that gas can flow The neon is no longer lit to indicate this to the user Manual ignition can now take place The delay is nominally 3 5 seconds maximum 8 0 seconds If during r
30. nce must be installed in accordance with British Gas documents DM2 and DM3 or the Institute of Gas Engineers published procedure IGE UP 7 Special attention must be paid to the location of the studwork frames of the inner leaf and the appliance positioned accordingly Wires and pipes that run within the inner timber leaf must also be located and taken into account when positioning the appliance Installation using rebated fire surround or false chimney breast When using this method of installation the following amendments should be incorporated 25mm clearance must be allowed from the appliance firebox to any insulated combustibles 75mm clearance must be allowed to any unprotected combustibles 50mm minimum thickness of insulation should be provided around flue pipe and gather hood Where the flue pipe passes through the inner leaf a hole 100mm larger than the flue should be cut to allow 50mm air gap around the entire flue circumference The vapour barrier on the back of the inner leaf should be cut and carefully fixed to prevent any ingress of damp into the plas terboard layer A layer of insulation will need to be provided to insulate the surface of the inner wall from the heat effect of the flue It may be advantageous to use a sheet of Superlux board for this purpose Installation by setting the appliance into the inner leaf of wall When setting the appliance into the inner wall find a suitable position between the wall panel frames and carefull
31. nd the thermocouple Figure 15 should be 3 5 4 5mm to produce a good spark There should be no need to adjust Spark gap this Spark Failure If under any circumstances the electric spark fails the pilot may be lit manually by pro ceeding with the ignition sequence as previously described and after turning the con trol knob through the spark position the knob should be held in and the pilot lit with a taper 9 0 FUEL BED LAYOUT Please refer to section 6 0 and 6 1 of the user instructions 10 0 FITTING THE DECORATIVE FRAME AND FRONT The appliance is supplied with a decorative frame in a variety of finishes A plastic protective film may be applied to the outside of the frame and should be removed before fitting the trim The frame is held onto the firebox by one of three methods Magnetic trims Place the magnetic pieces supplied to the steel backing plates on the appliance firebox frame as shown in figure 16 Place the decorative trim in position on top of the magnets Figure 16 Figure 7 Clip on trims If not pre fitted the clip on frame pieces should be hooked over the outer edges of the fireframe figure 17 and pushed firmly home The sides should be fixed first followed by the top bar which over laps the sides Push firmly home IMPORTANT Due to the possibility of sharp edges care should be taken when handling the three piece frame components The use of protective gloves is strongly recommended
32. njector elbow The injector pipe can now be checked for debris Remove the nut retaining the injector elbow Blow through the elbow to remove any debris The valve is not field serviceable apart from the pilot filter Remove the control knob by pulling it forwards then remove the largest of the three screws on the face of the valve Slide the filter out and clean away any debris that may have accumulated The filter element should also be blown clean This component should not require replacement however if signs of deterioration are evident then a genuine spare must be used If a large amount of debris is present in the filter then the pipework and control should be thoroughly cleaned before re assembly 13 2011 Focal Point Fires plc Disconnect the electrical supply and remove the fan T SLL aes all components for signs of deterioration paying 15 3 FAN ASSEMBLY ED attention to the wiring and ensuring all electrical connections are good Figure 23 Remove the terminal from the wall and check the flue tube is in the correct position Check the flue is free from obstruction along its entire length Remove the fan unit from the terminal box remove three screws shown in figure 23 Clean the fan blades carefully with a clean dry brush to remove any debris dust or soot that may have accumulated in use Try to avoid touching the actual fan blades with your fingers as the fan wheels are very finely balanced and disturbing the fan wheel too muc
33. occurring If the initial test fails run the fire for a further 10 minutes and repeat the test When the test has been completed satisfactorily repeat with any extractor fans in the premises running on the highest setting and any communicating doors open Finally repeat with all doors open NOTE If spillage is still indicated after undertaking all of the above there may be a problem with the flue and or fan box setup i i ae Fireplace Openin Figure 21 Cross section of smoke match tube Spillage test Figure 22 T mrep P g A 25mm down f f es a ia l C Ep Men dom tom wat Pee SE t i opening B t B 25mm in from front of a Tube Crimp Match C opening C Disregard outer 50mm Make a smoke match tube from 0mm diameter tube Seal off one end and crimp the tube to pre vent the smoke match from sliding down inside either side of fireplace opening Smoke Match In Tube Figure 22 or insufficient ventilation is present If the problem cannot be rectified immediately then expert advice should be sought Inform the user disconnect the fire and attach an explanatory label WARNING DO NOT allow the fire to be used until the test is satisfactorily passed All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping Show the customer how to light and control the fire 12 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 14 0 BRIEFING THE CUSTOMER ED After commissioning the appliance the customer should be instructed on the
34. om the HIGH or LOW positions press the control knob in and return to the nine o clock position and release To turn the fire OFF keep the knob pressed in return to the off position and release Press the OFF button on the control box to switch off the fan 5 0 FLUE SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM This fire is fitted with a flue spillage safety device ODS If the fire shuts down during use for no apparent reason then several reasons may be suspected If a door or window has been opened creating a draught then pilot disturbance could be the prob lem and removal of the draught should resolve this The fire can then be re lit in accordance with the previous section A sealing grommet may have been ommited when the fire was installed and the original installer should be called to check this the gas pressure and pipework If pilot disturbance is not the cause then the ODS safety system may be in operation Switch the appliance OFF call in your installer to check any ventilation and carry out any remedial work required DO NOT allow the appliance to be used until the installation is passed as safe 6 0 FUEL BED LAYOUT FULL DEPTH MODELS Figure 2 Full depth coal effect models Position the combustion matrix onto the burner tray as shown in figure 2 The front edge of the matrix should sit snugly behind the back edge of the burner rails as shown in figure 3 Do not fit the matrix on top of the burner rails Incorrect Correct
35. over a 450mm wide opening are 90kg for 100mm blockwork and 120kg for 125mm blockwork Plan to minimise disruption to occupants and protect any other parts of the building against dust infiltration Areas that are opened up will need to be protected against rain or snow during the work and if there is a risk of frost replace ment brickwork will require protection until mortars have hardened Set out where possible centrally beneath a block join as shown Use a drill for guide holes and a Sharksaw or angle grinder to form an opening to suit the lintel The lintel should be inserted and securely slate pinned leaving the wall above safe and firm Note Always bed on mortar DO NOT dry bed Remove all masonry from below the lintel and clear debris from the cavity The top of the exposed cavity must be sealed with Superlux board or a similar non combustible material The board should be fixed at an angle lower at the back so as to direct any moisture coming down to the outside wall This board should be fixed with screws Unibond or a similar adhesive It is important to fit this board or a cavity tray to protect the property and the appliance from drips of water The sides of the opening where the cavity is exposed should be packed with Rockwool or similar non combustible material to a minimum depth of 50mm The Rockwool packing must extend from the base of the opening to the Superlux board The non combustible hearth should now be formed or secured in
36. place fan Check all plugs connectors and continuity of wiring from terminals 2 amp 3 on the control box see figure 29 to the three terminals of the pressure switch Check the pressure switch terminals are wired cor rectly see figure 27 If all OK then replace pressure switch Check fan outlet for obstruction Ensure silicone sensing pipes and properly fitted to sensing tubes Check pressure switch feed pipes are free from obstruction Check all plugs connector and continuity of wiring from terminal 7 on the control box see figure 29 to terminals of the motor coil on the fan If not OK check resistance across large resistor in fan box Should be 220 Q 10 for full depth models and 230 Q 10 for slimline mod els If not replace resistor If this is all OK Check 240V is present cycling every 2 3 seconds at Pin 7 If not replace control box Under normal conditions the fan should only run for a few moments at high speed before the pressure switch detects air flow dropping the fan down to normal speed Check all plugs connector and continuity of wiring from terminal 2 on the control box see figure 29 and the middle terminal of the pressure switch Check fan outlet and flue pipe for obstruction Ensure silicone sensing pipes and properly fitted to sensing tubes and pressure switch Check pressure switch feed pipes are free from obstruc tion Check all plugs connector and continuity of wiring This is quite normal on
37. pment we hope therefore you will understand we must retain the right to amend details and or specifications without prior notice Note Gas Safe registered operatives are the only class of person considered as competent by the HSE under the Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations 1998 2011 Focal Point Fires plc F860971 yad Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice
38. rances to pipes and cables in the wall and also the terminal position outside Note The vertical centreline of the pilot hole will be 500mm from the floor Cable i 500mm PLUS the thickness of the hearth you are using This dimension is obviously i PLUS FROM the hearth top surface if it is already fitted thickness of Mark the position of the 30mm cable hole in relation to the flue centreline Using hearth a suitably long masonry bit drill through both leaves of the cavity wall Check out side that the clearances from the hole are adequate for installation to proceed Check all dimensions with the diagram in the relevant section Now drill the 30mm cable hole in the wall 8 1 OUTER WALL APERTURE From the outside of the property open up the pilot hole in the external leaf Figure 6 of the cavity to the required size If the fan terminal is to be mounted directly onto the outside wall the hole should be opened up to a 125mm diameter aperture centred around the pilot 297mm hole 307mm Figure 3 routing hole Centreline of flue Figure 5 If the fan terminal is to be recessed into the outer leaf the hole should be opened up to the dimensions given in figure 6 Clear all the brick rubble and debris that may have fallen into the cavity If the cavity wall insulation is obstructing your view of the inner leaf then clear this back TD 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 8 2 GAS SUPPLY ROUTES D The gas supply may enter the appl
39. rebox providing it projects no further forward than 100mm As with all heating appliances decorations soft furnishings and wall coverings such as blown vinyl flock and embossed paper may discolour or scorch if positioned too close to the fire If the appliance is fitted to a dry lined wall the gap between the plas terboard and blocks must be sealed with non combustible material and any unplastered board replaced with superlux or other non combustible material if in direct contact with the appliance No purpose provided ventilation is normally required with this appliance However the ventilation requirements of other gas appliances in the same room or space should be taken into consideration A spillage test should be carried out as described in the relevant section with the doors and windows both open and closed and with any extractor fan running on full Where fitted ventilation must comply with the requirements of BS 5440 part 2 Vents directly underneath or within the immediate vicinity of appliances must not be used as they may adversely affect ODS pilot operation Note For Republic of Ireland see 1S813 ICP3 and IS327 and any other rules in force Stand the carton right way up cut the strapping bands and remove the top end cap Read all the instructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance Remove the box containing the fire front and the bag containing the ceramics Remove the cardboard packing pieces and any bags conta
40. rm The two coals at the ends of the row may be placed rearwards towards the back corners of the fuel matrix Ee 6 Finally take the two remaining coals and place at the back of the fuel matrix in the centre as shown in figure 9 Adding these coals should complete the appearance of the fuel bed giving an even dis tribution of equally spaced coals IMPORTANT The fire is designed to operate correctly with the coals supplied when assembled according to the instructions Never add to the sixteen coals or change them for a different type Never throw rubbish or other matter onto the coal bed Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 2011 Focal Point Fires ple Full depth pebble effect models Refer back to page 2 section 6 0 of these user instructions Fuel bed layout coal effect option and follow steps and 2 The front strip and fuel effect matrix used for pebble effect versions are of the same design as coal effect versions but have a different surface finish 2 Pebbles All of these pebbles are the same Take five pebbles and place them as shown in figure Care should be taken to ensure that the pebbles bridge the gap between the front strip and the four supports at the front of the matrix Care should also be taken not to push the pebbles right down between the supports as this can affect the flame picture when the appliance is running 3 Take five more ceramic pebbles and position as shown
41. ront of and 150mm either side of the live part of the appliance The hearth must therefore be a minimum of 680mm wide The appliance must be installed by one of the following methods Fitment against an existing inner house wall with a suitably constructed fireplace and or false chimney breast to enclose the depth of the fire 2 Insertion into a purpose made opening in the inner leaf of a cavity wall or disused fireplace opening with the use of a suit able fireplace surround etc Note The appliance must not bridge the cavity any overhang being kept to a minimum and the Installation instructions must be adhered to Building Control requirements may vary in some areas enquiries should be made accordingly 3 Installation into a timber framed dwelling using the clearances to combustible materials shown in the relevant section Building Control requirements vary in some areas enquiries should be made accordingly An unprotected combustible shelf may be fitted above the appliance provided it complies with the minimum dimensions stated below Protective materials can be used to deflect heat from shelves that are too low Maximum depth of shelf Minimum distance from finished hearth surface to underside of shelf 100mm 745mm 150mm 845mm 203mm 895mm A non combustible shelf may be fitted to within 10mm of the top edge of the fireframe Combustible materials such as wood may be fitted to within 100mm of either side of the frame of the fi
42. s to be mounted directly on the the out side wall cut the flue tube to length along the marked line If the terminal is to be recessed into the outer wall a second line should be marked 90mm back towards the appliance The flue tube should then carefully be cut to length along the relevant line Do not remove the ceramic insulation File off any rough edges and slide back on to the appliance spigot ensuring the O ring remains seated in its channel Slide the Rockwool jacket into place over the flue section this may be secured with alu minium tape With a suitable drill bit make the two previously marked holes in the base of the firebox drilling down through into the non combustible hearth Fit two wall plugs into the holes The mains electrical supply cable exits from the rear of the appliance and the FIXED FUSED SPUR fused at 3 Amp should be arranged to allow easy connection Stand the appliance in front of the opening and feed the fan wiring harness through the hole drilled in the wall You may find this easier if a short length of plastic conduit is first fitted to the hole The cable must run outside of the insulating jacket and be arranged so that is does not touch any hot surfaces Feed the mains cable through to the location of the fixed fused spur Depending on the location of the 8mm gas supply feed through the back of the firebox and fit the grommet seal if applicable Now carefully slide the appliance back into position and s
43. s with original spares only as necessary 8 0 LIST OF REPLACEMENT PARTS Slimline Powerflue Models Full Depth Powerflue Models Burner assembly complete TRAYI15 Burner assembly complete TRAY1I12 Terminal box assy complete FANOO Terminal box assy complete FANO02 Flue pipe F720085 Flue pipe F720085 Pressure switch F930154 Pressure switch F930154 Control box F930130 Control box F930130 F930153 F930153 Resistor F930015 Resistor F930016 Thermal trip switch F930125 Thermal trip switch F930125 Silicone sensing tube F700065 Silicone sensing tube F700065 Main gas valve F730085 Main gas valve F730085 Solenoid valve F730017 Solenoid valve F730017 ODS F730057 ODS F730006 Injector F730062 Ceramic coal matrix F780034 injector F730089 Ceramic pebble matrix F780035 Ceramic coal matrix F780007 Pack of I1 Coals F550059 Ceramic pebble matrix F780016 Pack of 15 pebbles F550057 Pack of 16 Coals F550038 Ceramic side cheeks pair F550208 Pack of 16 pebbles F550050 Ceramic rear tile F790005 Ceramic tile set F550049 Wiring loom F930137 Wiring loom F930137 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 9 0 INSTALLATION DETAILS ED Name amp contact details of installer Supplied by Installer GAS SAFE registration No Model Fire serial No Date installed 10 0 SERVICE HISTORY Serviced by name GAS SAFE No Contact details of Engineer As our policy is one of continuous improvement and develo
44. safe use of the appliance and the need for regular servicing Frequency of service depends on usage but MUST be carried out by a GAS SAFE engineer at least once annually Advise that except for cast iron parts Arch and Finsbury models cleaning of the fire may be achieved when the fire is cold using a damp cloth and mild detergent on most surfaces Scratched and other superficial damage to the mat black paintwork of the appliance can be covered with matching heatproof spray Use only the manufacturers recommended spray paint Paint only when the fire is OFF and cold Always mask off the surround ing area to prevent contamination with overspray Ventilate the room during the use of the spray DO NOT attempt to spray paint the coals or ceramics or wash them in water Advise that the fire will emit a newness smell for a time after initial commissioning and that extra ventilation may be needed during this time Advise that the fire is fitted with a spillage safety device O DS If the fire shuts down this system may be in operation If spillage is suspected SWITCH APPLIANCE OFF and call in the installer to investigate any problems Isolate the fire from the gas supply Ensure that the fire is fully cold before attempting service A suggested procedure for servic 15 0 SERVICING ing is detailed below For specific servicing instructions see the relevant sections Lay out the dust sheet and tools 2 Disconnect electrical supply and isolat
45. ssed depth of fire Inner cavity Model leaf f PAP siine modei Dim models nani a A Min 375mm 380mm Aa ae A Max 460mm 450mm B 480mm 480mm C 590mm 590mm The hearth must extend 300mm SS a gt ane D Min 565mm 540mm in front of the appliance with it s top sur ae Pe ae face 50mm above the surrounding floor an D Max 580mm 580mm level or having a 50mm high fixed fender around it s perimeter E 180mm 125mm This method allows for installation of the appliance with the rear part of it s firebox recessed into the inner leaf of the cavity wall This will enable a standard fireplace to be flush fitted to the wall and the appliance will then be fitted flush into the fireplace The structural integrity of the wall must be maintained Check on the type of cavity insulation used and if it is of the granular type then take suitable precautions when opening up the wall not to allow excessive loss of insulation material from the cavity Packing the cavity with Rockwool should help hold back loose fill insulation material Unless lime and mortar has been used it will be necessary to drill four holes with a masonry drill and then use a mechanical cutter Sharksaw to cut out the correct size of slot required for the chosen lintel Obtain a lintel 750mm long x 75mm deep x thickness of the inner leaf VVe would suggest either a pre cast concrete or steel lintel Catnic CN52 or CN46 depending on thickness Typical inner leaf weights when sizing a lintel
46. ted has been certified by GL Industrial Services 0087 The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government s Standard Assessment Procedure SAP for energy rating of dwellings 2 2011 Focal Point Fires ple 2 0 APPLIANCE DATA Destination Inlet Operating Country Pressure 2 0 mbar ribet cee on 3 38 Max Energy Input kW Min Energy Input kV O me e bw 4 s6 3s 35 Full Depth Models Slimline Models Oxypilot Natural Gas Models SIT 9081 SIT 9090 Gas Control All Models Copreci 21400 Series Gas Inlet 8mm Inlet restrictor elbow ignition Piezo Spark Spark Gap E Om 4 0mm Electrical supply 230V AC 50 Hz Power consumption 0 3A Running 0 4A Start up 0 3A Running 0 4A Start up Fuse rating 3A 3A Approximate weight Fire unit 20KG Fan unit 12KG Fire unit 20KG Fan unit 12KG Twin wall circular provided as part of appliance No additional or alternative flue may be used Outer flue tube diameter 120mm Efficiency 53 Gross 58 8 Net 52 5 Gross 58 3 Net Efficiency class 2 2 3 0 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ee ee ee et ee es ee Bie ee ee ee See fy ee A Internal This appliance MUST NOT be installed into a room containing a bath or shower or where steam may be present It is not recommend ed that the appliance be installed in areas where it is likely to be directly exposed to persistent strong draughts that may be generated by out side doors windows air
47. the air such as tobacco smoke candle smoke etc exist may cause the walls to become discoloured e On first light up of a new appliance burning off of high temperature paint and lubricants may occur for the first few hours of operation During this period some smoke may be emitted from the outlet grille this should be no cause for concern Accordingly the room should be well ventilated with all windows and doors open during this period During this period the appli ance may cause smoke alarms to sound If this happens reset the alarms but do not remove the batteries e WARNING Due to the nature of this product the area around the top of the appliance gets very hot Care should be taken when operating the appliance The manufacturer of this appliance considers all surfaces as working surfaces with the exception of the control knob and ash pan door Where young children pets the elderly or infirm are concerned a suitable fireguard should be used e Consult ALL instructions before installation and use of this appliance This appliance is free from any asbestos material e Refractories and fuel bed are constructed from ceramic fibre e The efficiency of the appliances covered by these instructions has been measured as specified in BS 13278 2003 and the results are Full depth models 53 Slimline models 52 5 The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation The test data from which it has been calcula
48. the frame to provide a good seal to the wall eliminating water ingress Screw outwards to secure fan box into wall aperture Figure 14 Recessed installation 10 2011 Focal Point Fires plc 8 9 GAS CONNECTION D Note A separate isolation device must be incorporated into the incoming gas supply to facilitate servicing Temporarily fit the burner tray and ensure a suitable gas route can be achieved If using an across hearth connection ensure the decorative fireframe and firefront will clear the supply route Place the burner tray into the firebox making sure that the rear lugs locate properly on to the ledge in the firebox Fit the two securing screws through the tray legs to secure the assembly If removed re fit the data control plate to the tray using the two screws provided Ensure that the control knob can be pushed fully in and does not touch the plate Purge the gas supply thoroughly to remove air and dirt debris BEFORE connection Connect the gas supply and tighten the gas connections Turn on and test the gas supply up to the fire for any leaks in accordance with current edition of BS6891 WARNING DO NOT USE AEROSOL TYPE LEAK DETECTOR AS THIS CAN DAMAGE THE ELECTRONICS When the appliance is first used protective oils coating the firebox may burn off It is advisable to ventilate the room during this period for at least one hour 8 10 SPARK GAP The spark gap shown in figure 15 between the spark electrode a
49. to ensure continued safe operation Frequency of service will depend on use but MUST be carried out at least once annually e Combustible items such as flooring and furniture and soft wall coverings such as blown vinyl or embossed paper low tem perature surrounds etc may discolour if fitted too close to the fire See relevant section for further details on clearances to combustibles No combustible materials or flooring should protrude onto the hearth e This appliance incorporates a combustion monitoring system ODS e DO NOT burn any foreign material on this fire the coals must be of the correct type and laid out in accordance with the rel evant section of these instructions Failure to do so could create a hazard or lead to sooting e The fire is only suitable for use with the gas type for which it is supplied e This appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device which will shut down the fire if abnormal flue conditions occur It is NOT a substitute for an independently mounted Carbon Monoxide detector e This fire is supplied with a particular style of firefront Use of the firefront will ensure an adequate airflow under the firebed for the correct functioning of this appliance Use ONLY the firefront supplied with the appliance Use of any other firefront could be dangerous 2 0 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire providing that it complies with the dimensions given below
50. ts then further advice should be sought from GAS SAFE or the manufacturer Avoid locating the terminal in close proximi ty to combustible materials such as plastic drainpipes and fences If these are impossible to avoid then a suitable metal deflector must be used if the flue gasses begin to heat the object For minimum standard dimensions of clearance see section 4 0 Covered areas such as under car ports should be avoided but if no alternative is available the following notes should be adhered to The covered area should have at least two open sides i e a roof and ONE supporting wall If more than one side is filled then advice must be sought on the location s suitability Any openings into dwellings such as doors windows and air vents under the covered area must be at least 1200mm away from the terminal position If the roof is constructed from plastic material great care must be taken with the installation as there is no simple method of protecting this type of roof from heat build up 2011 Focal Point Fires plc lt D Figure 2 Note A suitable metal protector may be required where tem perature sensitive building components e g plastic pipes are concerned L Minimum clearances are as follows Symbol Location Aa Directly below an opening air brick opening windows etc 300mm Ba Above an opening air brick opening window etc 300mm Horizontally to an opening air brick opening window etc 300mm Below temperature s
51. ug the safety solenoid on the tray from the control box by squeezing the clip on the three way connector and easing apart Place the tray safely to one side along with the fuel bed components firefront and decorative frame Figure 4 Full depth models only The three radiant pan els may now be fitted inside the firebox Select the plain or patterned side of the panels and insert as follows Lay the firebox on it s back Lay the tapered panel onto the rear face of the firebox The side panels should be fitted by inserting their front edges into the pre fitted retaining brackets on the front face of the firebox Gently align the side panels with the sides of the firebox over the back panel already in place as shown in figure 3 Make sure that the side panels are pushed up firmly to the roof of the firebox and back firmly to retain the rear panel Make small adjustments to line up the mortar lines if required Clamp the side panel using the L shaped brackets and screws provided as shown in figure 4 The screws should locate into the holes in the sides of the firebox All models Apply the self adhesive sealing strip to the rear perimeter of the firebox frame so as not to be visible This will eventually seal the firebox to the fireplace back panel Place the fire to one side whilst the site is prepared for flue installation As shown in figure 5 mark the vertical centreline of the desired loca tion of the appliance after first checking for clea
52. unning the APS signals air flow failure then the unit will switch the fan back to its high rate If the APS does not signal renewed air flow within the hold time then the unit will switch off The hold time is nominally 6 0 seconds up to a maximum of 14 0 seconds If air flow is re established then operation will continue as per the previous paragraph Once in its off state again the gas valve contacts are opened to deactivate the solenoid and the fan switched off Re ignition can not then take place without manual intervention the operating sequence needs to be started from the beginning as above At any time the user may press the off switch This causes the unit to deactivate the gas valve relay as above and switch off Except as noted above the maximum delay between any action occurring and the unit responding is 700 milliseconds Fan or fire cuts off when getting hot LIVE NC NO COM 4 5 HIGH LOW COM Neutra OY l 2 3 oo 6 7 8 9 10 a Z YELLOW RE BROWN IN BLUE BLUE BROWN OUT PRESSURE SOLENOID SWITCH VALVE Figure 29 Pin terminal layout control box Note this diagram is a view on the rear of the control box i e terminal side 16 2011 Focal Point Fires plc USER INSTRUCTIONS EID Section Content Page No 1 0 Important Notes l 2 0 Clearances to Combustibles I 3 0 Ventilation 2 4 0 Operating Instructions 2 5 0 Flue Spillage Monitoring System 2 6 0 Fuel Bed Layout Full Depth Models 2 6
53. windy days In exposed areas a small deflector plate may be fitted to the ter minal guard cage to reduce the effects of prevailing winds Check test conforms to manufacturers instructions Check for blockages or leaks in flue or fan outlet Check gas type and pressure are correct for appliance Check for adequate ventilation or the effect of extractor fans 2011 Focal Point Fires plc cD Fan runs but pilot flame will not hold when control knob is Loose thermocouple connection in rear of gas valve released Check pilot flame is contacting tip of thermocouple correctly Fault Problem Cause Remedy Check gas is turned ON and all pipes are purged of air Check for spark between pilot body and electrode Check spark gap is correct to specification Check the HT lead is con nected to pilot body Pilot will not light Check gas line and filter for blockages Check to see if pilot can be lit with match or taper whilst depressing control knob Safety solenoid may not be opening Listen for click after start ing fan Sign of insufficient gas pressure causing pilot starvation Check appliance pressure at test point Ensure restrictor elbow is fully open Suspect undersized or partially blocked supply pipes Check none of the fittings are causing restriction Excess solder and flux can obstruct pipes Pilot shrinks when fire is turned to high Most likely the thermal trip in the fan terminal box is being caused to operate The fa
54. y open up a hole to the dimensions given in the relevant section paying careful attention to securing the damp proof membrane back into posi tion A drip collar of galvanised or stainless steel should be formed with the twisted joint on the underside of the flue to disperse drips see figure 12 An air gap of 75mm between all hot surfaces and the surrounding wall should be allowed if protective insulation is used this may be reduced to Wire drip collar formed around flue tube 25mm clearance The exposed cavity should be sealed off using Superlux or a similar non combustible board see below Note Neither the appliance firebox or the mineral wool insula tion should overhang the cavity space Figure 12 C9 2011 Focal Point Fires plc cD When all the preparation work has been completed for whichever method of installation has been chosen and with the fire sur round fitted take the appliance and slide the round flue section over the spigot on the rear of the fire Protect any decorative hearth with a dust sheet or similar place the appliance in position with the flue section protruding through the wall s to the out side Make sure the firebox is fully pushed home before marking two fixing holes in the base of the firebox Outside the proper ty mark a line on the flue tube level with the outer surface of the wall where it protrudes through Remove the firebox from the location and slide off the flue section If the fan terminal i
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