Apex Digital Lux Arcus Guide

Apex Lux Arcus
Inset Electric Fire
Please ensure you read both the Fire and the Fascia instructions before installation is
started
Installation and User Instructions
Please read all of the instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Edition A 08/15

S a fety I ns tructions
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
Checkthatthe voltage indicated on the rating plate corresponds with that ofthe
local network before connectingthe appliance to the mains power supply.
Children younger than 3 years old should be kept away from the appliance unless
continuously supervised.
Children agedfrom 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the
appliance, provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended operating
position and they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children agedfrom 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in, regulate or clean
the appliance or perform user maintenance.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
This appliance is notatoy.
This appliancecontains no userserviceable parts. Ifthe powersupply cord,plugor
any part ofthe appliance is malfunctioning or if it has been droppedordamaged,
onlyaqualifiedelectricianshouldcarryoutrepairs. Improper repairs mayplace the
user at riskof harm.
Keep the appliance and its power supply cord out of reach of children. Keep the
appliance and its power supply cord away from heat or sharp edgesthatcould
cause damage.
Keep the power supply cord away from any parts of the appliance that may become
hot during use.
Keep the appliance away from other heat emitting appliances.
Keepfurniture,curtains and other flammable material at least I metre awayfromthe
appliance.
Do not runthe supply cord under carpets, rugs etc. or anywhere where itmay present a
triphazard.
Do not immerse the appliance or plug in water or any other liquid. Do not operate the
appliance with wet hands.

Do notusethis appliance inthe immediate surroundings ofabath,a shower orswimming
pool.
Donotleavethe appliance unattended whilst connected tothe mains power supply or
when in use.
Do not remove from the mains power supply by pullingthe cord; switch offand removethe
plugbyhand.
Do not use this appliance forextended periods oftime.
Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do notcoverthis
appliance.
Donotusethis appliance outdoors.
Do not attempt to move the appliance whilst it is in use.
Do no t touch the appliance during use, a s it will g e t very hot a nd could cause 1 n Jury .
Do not use the appliance with a programmer,timer,separate remote- control system or any
other devicethatwill switch the appliance o n automatically, as there is a risk of fire if the
heater is covered or positioned incorrectly.
Do not clean the appliance with abrasive chemicals or materials such as scourers as they may
damage the appliance and impair future function. The appliance should be used on a stable,
heat resistantsurface.
The appliance must not be located immediately below or nextto a mains power supply.
Always unplug the appliance after use and before anycleaning or maintenance.
Always ensure that the appliance has cooled fully after use, beforeany cleaning or
maintenance.
Neveruseaccessories thatarenotrecommended orsupplied by the manufacturer. Itcould
cause dangerto the user and damageto the appliance.
Use of an extension cord with the appliance is not recommended.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only. It should not be used for commercial
purposes.

Warning: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the appliance.
Warning: This appliance is not equipped with a device to control the room's
temperature. Do not use this appliance in small roomswhilst occupied bypersons
incapableofleavingthe roomontheir own,unless constantsupervision isprovided.
Warning: Normal voltage is still present inthis appliance as longas theapplianceis
connectedtotheelectricalsource.Alwaysunplugthe appliance when notinuse.
Warning: In order to avoid a hazard, due to inadvertently tripping the
Thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching
device, such as a timer. Nor should it be connected to a circuit this is regularly
switched on and off by the utility.
Caution: Some parts of this appliance can become very hot and cause burns, particula r
a ttention has to be g i ven where chil dr en and vulnerable people a re pr esen t.
Caution: Hotsurface.Donottouch the hotsection orheating components of the
appliance.
S 6891 BS 8303
Failure to comply with these regulations could lead to prosecution and deem the warranty
Invalid.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and used only in a
sufficiently ventilated space.
Consult all instructions before installation and use of this appliance.
The appliance must be registered once commissioned with the regulatory governing body.
This appliance is free from any asbestos material. Refractories and coal bed are
constructed from ceramic fibre.
Note - For Republic of Ireland, reference should be made to the relevant standards
governing installation, particularly in regard to flue sizing and ventilation. See IS813,
ICP3, IS327 and any other rules in force.

Unpacking the Appliance
Remove the appliance from the box and remove protective packaging from the appliance.
Place the packaging inside the box and store or dispose of safely.
Contents:
Inset / Freestanding Electric Fire
Fuel bed (coal, logs or twigs)
Spacer pack
Fixing pack
Instruction Manual
Trim and fret or separate fascia pack.
Cavity wall box (sold separately)
Please Read both fire and fascia pack instructions prior to installing the appliance.
Features:
2000 w
2 heat settings 1000 w / 2000 w
Thermal cut-out devise
Overheat protection
100% LED flame effect

Instructions for Use Advise.
Before fitting
Please retain all of the packaging until you have checked and counted all of the parts and
the contents of the fixing pack against parts listed (in the Box).
The fixing pack contains small items, which should be kept away from young children.
It is suggested that all of the fixing pack content are placed into a container, to reduce the
risk of losing any small pieces.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Do not connect the Electric fire main unit to the mains power supply until all of the
instructions for both the fire and the fascia have been read, fully understood and the
Electric fire has been properly and securely fitted.
The minimum safe distance must be observed.
Do not lift the electric fire by any removable part.
Note: the Inset Electric fire is suitable for installation into a location that has an opening
size within the guidelines shown below.
Dimension
Minimum
Maximum
Width
390 mm
483 mm
Height
555 mm
590 mm
Depth
I IO mm
1 25 mm
The minimum clearance required to allow for sufficient ventilation is shown below:
>
50mm
50mm

Freestanding:
The Inset Electric Fire can be placed in any location as a free-standing unit, as long as
the Inset Electric Fire is kept approximately I MT clear from any combustible objects.
Securing the Ins et Electric Fire to a Fire Chamber Bas ed on Minimum Dimensions
STEP I: Ensure tha t the Inset Electric Fire is switched off and unpl ugged from the mains
powersupply.
STEP 2 : Remove the four screws from the back of the removabl e fascia and then pul l h:
up a nd awa y from the Ins e t El ectric Fi re main uni t
STEP 3: Using a pencil, mark the centre of the opening in which the Inset Electric
Fire will fit from this point, measure 215.5 mm to the left and then again to the
right, marking the points. Measure 560 mm from the floor up and mark this final
point.
STEP 4: Drill where the holes have been marked and insert the two screws, leaving a 2
mm gap.
STEP 5: Carefully lift the Inset Electric Fire, hook it onto the screws and lower it into
position.

FITTING THE DECORATIVE FRAME
The appliance is supplied with a decorative frame, the frame attaches to the firebox as a three piece or one
piece clip-on unit.
Place the magnets supplied to the outer frame of the fire box.
A plastic protective coating may be applied to the face of the frame assembly, which should be removed at
this stage; the one piece unit can be placed in position.
With the three piece unit you should start with the side pieces of the clip-on assembly, these should be
pushed into position first, followed by the top bar, which should overlap the sides.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the possibility of sharp edges, care should be taken when handling the three
piece frame components, the use of protective gloves is recommended.
Place the fire front/ fret into position in front of the fire and slide the ashpan door into place.
The fire front/fret shown in these instructions may differ from the one supplied with the appliance, we
strongly recommend you use a fire front/fret supplied by Apex fires as these products will have been tested
with the appliance, although other fire front/frets will be compatible.