Baxi Fires Division 740FS User manual

5115978/02
© Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2007.
Model 740FS
Inset live fuel effect gas fire
Incorporating the BAXI FIRES DIVISION
CONTROL
Fitted with one of the following fascia.
Adorn, Decadent, Dream,
Eternal, Icon, Obsession or
Visage
(GC No. 32-032-55)
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the
owner
OWNER GUIDE
We trust that this guide gives
sufficient details to enable this
appliance to be operated and
maintained satisfactorily. However, if
further information is required, our
Baxi Fires Division Technical
Helpline will be pleased to help.
Telephone [phone] (National
call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland
Telephone [phone].
This guide is intended to help you care
for your Baxi Fires Division gas fire.
Please read thoroughly before using
and keep for future reference.

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Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those
given in this publication
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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20).
WHEN CONVERTED USING CONVERSION KIT NO. 0595211 THIS
APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH PROPANE GAS (G31).
THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).

Safety First.
Baxi Fires Division fires are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British
Standards and Safety Marks.
Quality and Excellence.
All Baxi Fires Division fires are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and
excellence and are manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by
the British Standards Institute.
The Highest Standards
Baxi Fires Division is a member of the Society of British Gas Industries which works to
ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance.
Careful Installation
Baxi Fires Division is a CORGI registered company. All our gas fires must be
installed by a competent CORGI Registered Installer in accordance
with our Installer Guide and should not be fitted directly on to a
carpet or floor of combustible material.
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LIST OF CONTENTS
Section Page
SAFETY 5
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS 7
GAS CONSUMPTION 7
OPERATING YOUR FIRE 9
The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. 9
To light the fire. 9
To turn the fire off. 10
Lighting with a taper. 10
CLEANING YOUR FIRE 10
Metal parts. 11
Ceramic fuel effect pieces and burner compartment walls. 11
Burner. 11
CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT FITTING 11
MAINTENANCE 12
Battery replacement. 12
Regular maintenance. 12
Servicing. 12
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS 13
This gas fire is designed to meet the most stringent quality, performance and safety
requirements to provide you with many years’ trouble-free service.
This guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your gas fire by
providing simple and informative instructions to ensure that you benefit from the
excellent performance and features it has to offer.
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SAFETY
Do have the fire installed by a competent person. In the United Kingdom, installation
must be in accordance with the latest edition of the Gas Safety (installation & use)
Regulations. In the Republic of Ireland, installation must be in accordance with all
national and local regulations in force.
Do
have the chimney swept prior to installation if it was previously used for solid fuel.
Do have the fire installed in accordance with the installer guide.
Do provide a minimum clearance as shown in graph 1 (Adorn) or graph 2 (Visage,
Dream, Eternal, Decadent, Obsession
and Icon) above the base of the fireplace opening
to any shelf made of wood or other combustible material. Please bear this in mind if you
are making any alterations to the room.
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IF YOU SMELL GAS
! DON’T SMOKE.
! EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES.
! DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF.
! TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER.
! OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS.
! IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE FROM A
NEIGHBOURS PHONE - SEE YOUR LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY.
Graph 1. Combustible shelf clearances for ADORN model only
ADORN MODEL ONLY

Do provide a suitable guard that complies with BS 8423 for the protection of young
children, the elderly and the infirm. Such a guard is also recommended for the
protection of pet animals. (Although this fire conforms to all the applicable standards, it
is a heating appliance and certain parts of its surface will become hot).
Do wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is switched off or the
flames are extinguished for any reason. (Your fire is fitted with a safety device that will
automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if, for any reason, the flames go out).
Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your fire. Soft wall
coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have a raised pattern are easily affected by
heat. They may, therefore, scorch or become discoloured when close to a heating
appliance. Please bear this in mind whenever you are considering redecorating.
Do
provide a minimum side clearance as detailed in figure 1. Please bear this in mind if
ever you are considering altering the room.
Don’t hang clothing, towels or any other fabrics over the fire.
Don’t
add any extra fuel effect pieces above the number stated in this guide. This could
cause a safety hazard.
Don’t put paper or any other material on the fire.
Don’t place any combustible material (rugs, carpet, plastic tiles, etc.) on the hearth.
Don’t
attempt to clean or service the fire until it has been switched off and allowed to
cool completely.
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VISAGE, DREAM, ETERNAL, DECADENT, OBSESSION AND ICON MODELS ONLY
Graph 2. Combustible shelf clearances for VISAGE, DREAM, ETERNAL,
DECADENT, OBSESSION and ICON models only.

GAS CONSUMPTION
Model 740
Has a maximum natural gas input of 6.85kW (Gross)
Has a maximum natural gas output of 4.0kW
Has a minimum natural gas input of 2.7kW (Gross)
Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.34kW
Model 740 when converted using kit number 0595211
Has a maximum propane gas input of 6.7kW (Gross)
Has a maximum propane gas output of 3.9kW
Has a minimum propane gas input of 4.3kW (Gross)
Has a minimum propane gas output of 2.29kW
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
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Figure 1. Appliance dimensions and clearances (See following page)
See Graph 1
for Adorn.
See Graph 2
for other
models

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Figure 1 continued. Appliance dimensions and clearances.
Key Description
Model
Adorn Visage Icon Dream Eternal Decadent
Obsession
AHeight (mm) 768 611 622 636 611 625 621
BWidth (mm) 545 529 631 518 514 529 530
CDepth into room
(mm) 88 94 64 94 76 92 96
D
Minimum
mandatory
clearance to
combustible
surfaces
projecting beyond
the front of
appliance (mm).
100 108 65 100 100 108 100
E
Recommended
clearance to non-
combustible
surfaces for
access purposes
(mm).
10 10 65 50 50 108 50

OPERATING YOUR FIRE
The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system.
For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device which will
shut down the appliance in the event of abnormal flue conditions.
This device is NOT a
substitute for an independently mounted Carbon Monoxide detector.
The device will also automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if the pilot flame
goes out due to lack of oxygen or for any other reason.
If this device starts to repeatedly shut off the gas, get expert advice.
This device incorporates a probe which senses that the heat from the pilot flame is
correct. If this probe is cool, the device will prevent any gas flow unless the control
knob is held in at the ignition position.
If, for any reason, the flames go out when the fire is hot or if the fire is turned off when
hot, always wait at least three minutes before attempting to relight.
To light the fire.
The slide control is shown in figure 2.
1. Slide the control button to the bottom (ignition) position
marked . In this position, the electronic ignition system
should cause a series of sparks that should light the pilot.
Within four seconds of the pilot igniting, the main burner
should light at its minimum setting.
If no sparks are produced to light the pilot, the battery may
need replacing. Details of battery replacement are given
further on in this guide.
Until you can obtain a replacement battery the fire can be lit
with a taper as described later in this guide.
2.
Keep the button at the ignition position for a further ten seconds. This will prevent
the flame-sensing device from shutting off the gas while its probe warms up as
explained above.
3.
If low heat is required, release the button. The button will automatically spring up to
the low heat position shown in figure 2 (See note i below).
4.
For a higher heat level slide the button upwards. The burner flames and heat output
will gradually increase until the button reaches the high heat position shown in figure 2.
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Figure 2. The control
PLEASE NOTE
When operating your fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off which may
cause a slight odour and could possibly set off any smoke alarms in the immediate
vicinity. These vapours are quite normal with new appliances. They are totally harmless
and will disappear after a few hours use.

When the button reaches the high heat position you will feel a check to its movement.
Do not slide the button above the high heat position unless you want to turn the
fire off (See note i below).
Note i) If the flames go out while setting the control, repeat the full lighting
procedure. If the flames repeatedly go out have the fire serviced.
ii) Please note. When first turned on the flames will appear predominantly
blue. The ceramic fuel effect pieces will take time to warm up. Although
some glow will be seen after approximately ten minutes, the full visual
effect will only be apparent after a somewhat longer time.
iii)
The appliance will operate to its maximum potential if the flue is primed
during the first 20 – 30 minutes of operation. To do this, simply slide the
control button to its highest setting. This will also burn off any carbon
deposits that may have formed during previous operations.
iv)
If operating the appliance for long periods it is beneficial occasionally to
change the settings. This will also help
to remove any carbon deposits that
may form during operation.
To turn the fire off.
1. Slide the button up past the high heat position to
the “O” position. Both the main burner and the pilot
should go out. While cooling, the ceramic fuel effect
pieces may make some crackling noises. This is
quite normal.
Lighting with a taper.
(See figure 3).
In the unlikely event of failure of the ignition spark,
the pilot can be lit by a taper or long spill. Insert the
taper or spill between the second and third left hand
ceramic fuel effect pieces on the first row. Operate
the slide control as described above.
CLEANING YOUR FIRE
To maintain the high performance and quality finish of your fire please follow these
guidelines:
Before attempting to clean the fire, please remember to turn off the fire and wait for the
appliance to cool. The fire will retain heat for some time before cleaning can begin.
If any pieces of debris are found in the firebox, have the chimney inspected before
further use.
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Figure 3. Lighting with a taper
(ceramic fuel effect may differ
from that shown)

Metal parts.
! Clean the metal parts with a slightly damp cloth and then dry.
! Do not use abrasive cleaners as these will scratch the fire surface.
Ceramic fuel effect pieces and burner compartment walls.
This product uses fuel effect pieces and burner compartment walls containing
Refractory Ceramic Fibres (RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres.
Excessive exposure to this material may cause irritation to eyes, skin and
respiratory tract. Consequently, it is important to take care when handling these
articles to ensure that the release of dust is kept to a minimum.
!
Light coatings of soot will usually be burnt off during the normal operation of the
fire. Should any soot accumulation become excessive, the fuel effect pieces and walls
should be removed from the fire for cleaning.
!
Cleaning should be carried out in a well ventilated area or in the open air by gently
brushing with the pieces held away from your face so that you avoid inhaling the
dust.
! We do not recommend the use of a normal domestic vacuum cleaner which may
blow dust back into the air.
! We suggest that you remove the ceramic fuel effect pieces in the reverse order to
that shown in the ceramic fuel effect installer and owner guide.
Burner.
Remove any deposits of soot or other foreign matter from the surface of the burner with
a dry soft brush. Be careful not to brush any particles into the open slots. Remove any
particles from the slots with a vacuum cleaner fitted with a soft brush attachment. Do
not poke wire, etc. into the slots in the burner.
CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT FITTING
The installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is separate from this guide. The
installer may have attached it to this guide or placed it inside. It is important that the
installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is followed correctly. If replacing
the ceramic fuel effect, where a new guide is supplied, follow the installer and owner
guide supplied with the replacement fuel effect.
Keep the replacement installer and owner guide with this owner guide for future
reference.
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MAINTENANCE
Battery replacement.
This appliance requires one 9V PP3 Ever Ready
Silver Seal (or equivalent) battery.
“Adorn”, “Dream”, “Eternal”, “Decadent”,
“Obsession” & “Visage”
To replace the battery remove the bottom front
cover casting.
“Icon”
To replace the battery undo the screws at the sides
of the bottom front cover and remove the cover
(See figure 4).
Fit the new battery firmly to the connections on the
ignition block (See figure 5).
Regular maintenance.
In order to achieve and maintain high levels
of personal safety and performance
efficiency, it is essential that the opening at
the back of the fire and the flue are kept
clear of any form of obstruction. It is
possible that deposits of mortar or soot
could fall and accumulate causing the flue
to be blocked or restricted and so
preventing proper clearance of dangerous
exhaust fumes.
In the United Kingdom it is the law that a
landlord must have any gas appliance, flue
and pipework which is situated in a tenant’s
premises checked for safety at least every twelve months by a competent person (In the
U.K, a CORGI registered installer).
We recommend that all gas appliances and their flues, wherever situated, are checked
annually.
Servicing.
!
Servicing can be carried out either by a Baxi Fires Division Service engineer or a
CORGI registered installer.
! If you require your fire to be serviced, please contact
Baxi Fires Division Service
on 08706 090 081
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Figure 5. Battery fitting
Figure 4. “Icon” bottom front
cover removal.

IMPORTANT
To help us quickly help you, please try to have the following information available
before you contact us:
Type of fire.
Model/Name.
Serial Number.
You will also be asked for the fault, problem or request plus your Post Code.
If you wish to replace any of the ceramic fuel effect pieces, spare parts are available
nationwide via the ‘interpart
stockist network’. For your local stockist consult Yellow
pages under Central Heating.
!
When fitting replacement parts, follow the instructions contained in this guide. It is
important that only approved parts are used for maximum safety.
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS
General advice about gas and your gas fire:
BAXI FIRES DIVISION TECHNICAL HELPLINE 08706 061 065.
To report faults or arrange for your fire to be serviced:
BAXI FIRES DIVISION SERVICE 08706 090 081.
For sales or product information:
BAXI FIRES DIVISION SALES 08706 061 067.
To order spares
Spare parts are available nationwide via the ‘interpart stockist network’. For your
local stockist consult Yellow pages under ‘Central Heating’.
CALLERS IN THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Call 0044 8706 061 065
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