Baxi 808 Instructions for use

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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
This guide is intended to help you install and care for your Baxi Fires Division electric
heater. Please read carefully before installing and using your heater. 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 call 0044 8706 061 065
Important: Please keep your guide in a safe place for future reference
Model 808
Electric Heater
Fitted with one of the following fascia
Aura,
Aura 2,
Blenheim,
Camden,
Debut,
Flare,
Homeflame Traditional,
or Sonnet.
© Baxi Heating U.K. Ltd.

Safety First.
Baxi Fires Division heaters are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate
British Standards and Safety Marks.
Quality and Excellence.
All Baxi Fires Division heaters are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and
excellence and are manufactured to ISO 9001.
CUSTOMER CARE
Thank you for choosing Baxi Fires Division
All Baxi Fires Division heaters are designed to meet the most stringent quality,
performance and safety requirements to provide our customers with many years of
trouble free service. This guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of
your new Baxi Fires Division heater, by providing simple and informative instructions
to enable you to install it and to ensure that you benefit from the excellent performance
and features it has to offer.
If you require further assistance, the Baxi Fires Division Technical Helpline will be
pleased to help.
Please telephone [phone]
(local rates apply in the United Kingdom). In the
Republic of Ireland please telephone [phone]
FOR OTHER USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS SEE PAGE 13 OF THIS GUIDE
Baxi Fires Division, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP
www.firesandstoves.co.uk
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those
given in this publication
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HANDLING AND UNPACKING
Before continuing any further with the installation of this heater please read the
following:
Important instructions.
!The lifting weight of the heater is as below:
Heat engine (kG) Spacer (kG)
6.8 2.3*
The fascia and Firefront weights are not included in the heat engine weight.
* A spacer is supplied with the Debut model. An optional spacer frame kit is
obtainable either from the your heater supplier or direct from Baxi Fires Division
Sales. The kit is a 75mm (3 inch) spacer kit (Kit number 05801T1).
!
One person should be sufficient to lift the heater. If for any reason this weight is
considered too heavy then obtain assistance.
!
When lifting always keep your back straight. Bend your legs and not your back.
!Avoid twisting at the waist. It is better to reposition your feet.
!
Avoid upper body / top heavy bending. Always bend from the knees rather than
the waist. Do not lean forward or sideways whilst handling the heater.
!
Always grip with the palm of the hand. Do not use the tips of fingers for support.
!
Always keep the heater as close to the body as possible. This will minimise the
cantilever action.
!Use gloves to provide additional grip.
!Always use assistance if required.
!Remove the spare bulb from the top polystyrene fitment.
SAFETY
Always
! Always install the heater in accordance with this guide. If in doubt obtain
expert advice.
! Always make sure the electrical socket is accessible and located adjacent to, but
not above the heater.
! Always disconnect the heater from the electrical supply before carrying out
cleaning, maintenance or replacing the light bulbs.
! Always
make sure the heater is firmly secured to prevent it from being tipped over.
! Always use a fireguard when young children and infirm persons can come into
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contact with the heater.
! Always use genuine Baxi Fires Division spares.
Never
! Never leave children unsupervised in a room where the heater is ON and
unguarded.
! Never obstruct or cover the fan outlet or force items into heater openings.
! Never install or use the heater anywhere where water is in use, i.e.
Bathrooms, Kitchens, Shower Rooms, Swimming Pools etc.
! Never use aerosols or steam cleaners on or around the heater.
! Never route the mains supply cable under carpet etc.
! Never install the heater close to curtains or combustible materials.
! Never use the heater to dry clothes etc.
! Never sit or stand on the heater.
FITTING THE HEATER
The installation of this heater requires a reasonable level of DIY skills.
Please read this guide thoroughly before commencing installation and if in doubt,
seek help from a competent person
Do I need any tools?
1.
Depending on which style of fascia you have you will need the below screwdrivers: -
A Pozidrive / Phillips / cross head
screwdriver. This should have a number 2 size end.
AFlat end screwdriver.
2. For drilling into brickwork you will need a power drill (preferably with hammer
action) and appropriate size drill bit for the wall plugs supplied (See figure 3).
Where can I fit the heater?
This heater can be fitted into fireplaces or surrounds where the following dimensions
are available.
Width 390mm - 450 mm (15.35 inches - 17.72 inches)
Height 555mm - 590 mm (21.9 inches - 23.2 inches)
Depth At least 75mm (At least 3 inches)
The heater is of a slim design and should suit most fireplace openings and fire
surrounds. However, there may be some applications that require the need for a spacer
where a fireplace opening or fireplace surround opening are not available i.e. a flat wall.
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Some models are not supplied with a spacer frame kit. This optional spacer frame kit is
obtainable either from the your heater supplier or direct from Baxi Fires Division Sales.
The kit is a 75mm (3 inch) spacer kit (Kit number 05801T1).
Important Electrical Safety
The heater must not be located in front of or under
an electrical socket, the socket must always be
accessible in order to disconnect the heater from the
electrical supply for maintenance and cleaning.
Important! This heater must be earthed.
! The heater is supplied with a 3 pin 13 Amp fused
re-wireable plug with 1mm² 3 core cable.
! The wires in the cable are coloured in
accordance with the following code: -
Live =Brown
Neutral = Blue
Earth = Green /Yellow
! The mains supply must be safely routed from the
heater to an electrical socket.
Moving the Cable Guide
At the base of the heater you will find the electric
cable which runs through a rectangular plastic cable
guide. The cable guide is fitted into the rectangular
slot on the right side of the heater. If required this
can be moved and put in the rectangular slot in the
centre or left hand side of the heater. For removal
and fitting please see below.
Removing the cable guide
1. Before moving the cable guide please note that the
lip of the cable guide is on the outer edge of the base
(See figure 1- Item 1).
2. To remove the cable guide push and lift the tab on
the bottom of it and the cable guide will open (See
figure 1- Item 2).
3. Lift the electric cable clear of the cable guide.
4. Hold the bottom of the cable guide close to the
heater then gently pull the cable guide away from
the rectangular slot (See figure 1- Item 3).
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Figure 1. Removing and
positioning the cable guide.
Item 1
Item 2
Item 4
Item 3

Fitting the cable guide.
When fitting the cable guide please remember that the lip of the cable guide has to be
fitted against the outer face of the base (See figure 1- Item 1).
1. Gently pinch the sides of the cable guide (See figure 1 - Item 4) and push into the
desired rectangular slot.
2. Place the electrical cable into the guide and close the top.
If the mains cable is damaged, to avoid a hazard it must be replaced by a Baxi fires
division authorised service agent, or similarly qualified person (See the last page of this
guide for useful telephone numbers).
All external wiring between the heater and the electrical supply shall comply with
current IEE regulations.
Heater Fixing
All of the fixings supplied with the heater have been identified as in figure 2.
The heater must be fixed into position to prevent it from being tipped over
The following fixing options are available:
Screw Fixing
Wire Fixing
Spacer Frame (
The spacer frame may not be supplied with the heater - see details
in section headed ‘Where can I fit the heater?’).
If fitting the heater into a fireplace or surround opening, try the heater in the opening to
ensure that it will fit.
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Figure 2. Loose parts identification

If fitting the heater onto a decorative hearth surface such as marble or tile it is advisable
to protect the hearth surface. Do not drag the heater across the surface of the hearth as
this may scratch the hearth surface.
Method A - Screw fixing
Note - If fixing to marble it is recommended that Method B - ‘Wire fixing’ is used.
Drilling marble without the correct tools and experience may result in the marble
cracking.
1. Place the heater into the fireplace or surround
opening. Make sure that the heater is in the middle of
the surround or fireplace.
2. There are two slotted holes in the top of the heater
(See figure 3). Mark through the slotted holes so that
their position is clear when the heater is removed.
3. Remove the heater
4. Drill an appropriate size hole in each of the marked
positions. Insert wall plugs into the drilled holes.
5. Place the heater so that the slotted holes are in line
with the wall plugs in the fixing surface.
6. Screw and secure the heater with two woodscrews
(See figure 2).
Method B - Wire Fix
This method of fixing needs a fireplace opening and is recommended when fixing the
heater to a marble surround or where the wall or brickwork is in poor condition.
1. The fixing kit supplied with the heater
includes a steel wire and eyescrew (See
figure 2). These can be used to secure the
heater to the back of a fireplace opening.
2. Mark the eyescrew position on the centre
line at the back of the fireplace opening and
at a height of 533-560mm (21 inches - 22
inches) (See figure 4).
3. Drill an appropriate size hole in the
marked position.
4. Insert a wall plug into the drilled hole.
5. Screw the eyescrew into the wall plug.
6. Position the heater in front of the
fireplace opening.
7. At the top of the heater there are four
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Figure 4. Eyescrew position.
Figure 3. Slots for screw
fixing.

small holes, two each side of the heater
(See figure 5- Item 1). From the front of
the heater, thread about 50mm (2 inches)
of the steel wire into the inside small hole
on the left side of the heater (See figure 5
- item 2).
8. Thread the other end of the wire
through the remaining small hole on the
left hand side of the heater. Continue to
push the wire through this hole until there
is only a small loop of wire at the front of
the heater (See figure 5 - item 3).
9. At the back of the heater there will be a
long piece and a short piece of wire
coming through the two holes. Hold the
short piece and give the long piece a
gentle tug. This will secure the steel wire.
Take the long piece and thread this
through the eyescrew in the back of the
fireplace opening (See figure 5 - item 4).
10. From the back of the heater thread the
long piece of steel wire through the outer
small hole on the right hand side of the
heater (See figure 5 - item 5).
11. Locate the heater in the fireplace
opening, then from the front of the heater, gently
pull the steel wire on the right hand side to gather
up the excess until the heater is secure. Thread the
wire through the remaining small hole to lock the
wire and heater in place (See figure 5 - item 6).
Method C - Spacer Frame
The spacer frame is for use during installations
where a chimney recess or rebated fire surround
are not available. For your safety the frame and
heater must be securely fixed to the rear wall.
1. Fit the four self adhesive rubber pads to the rear
of the spacer frame. They should be located on the
rear of the vertical legs as in figure 6.
2.
Position the spacer frame against the wall. Ensure that the spacer frame is central to
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Figure 6. Rubber pad locations
Figure 5. Steel wire fixing (The fuel effect
may differ from that shown)

the fireplace.
3.
The top rear flange of the spacer frame has two screw locations. Mark the positions
of the two screw locations on the rear wall (See figure 7).
4. Remove the spacer frame from the fireplace
and place away from the work area.
5. Drill the screw locations using a no. 12
masonry drill bit.
6. Insert the two wall plugs provided into the
holes
7. Insert a screw into each hole and screw in until
there is approximately 6mm of screw protruding
from the wall.
Preparing the heater for installation.
1. Using the four screws provided, fix the heater
to the spacer frame.
2. There is a supply cable slot on both sides of the
spacer frame. It is located at the base. Decide
which side to pass the supply cable through. The
nylon grommet supplied has a slot along its length.
Fit the grommet to the mains cable with the flange
edge positioned away from the fire (See figure 8).
4. Position the supply cable in the spacer frame slot
5. Slide the nylon grommet along the supply cable
towards the heater. When the grommet reaches the
slot, push it into the slot up to its flange (See figure
8).
Fitting the heater.
1.
Locate the spacer frame and heater over the screw heads ensuring a tight fit. If the fit
is loose, remove the spacer frame and heater from the wall. Tighten the wall screws
slightly and reposition the spacer frame and heater.
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Figure 8. Fitting the grommet
Figure 7. Bracket positions

Fitting the fascia.
Important notes.
1. The coal pieces supplied are a natural
material. Occasionally it will be necessary to
reduce the size of the coal pieces. To do this
place them inside a plastic bag, place on a
suitable hard surface and tap gently with a
small hammer or similar tool.
2. The pebbles and coals are for decorative
purposes only. There is a choke risk to
young children. Make sure they cannot
gain access to them.
Fitting the fascia.
1. On Aura, Camden and Aura 2 heaters the
firefront assembly will require fitting before the
fascia. To do this align the four holes in the
firefront assembly with those on the heater. Secure
with the four screws supplied.
2. The fascia consists of three parts. Two sides
and a top. These are held in place with six
magnets. Lay the three fascia parts face down on a
flat surface as in figure 9. Each side trim has a
small tab at the top.
Position the tab to the
outside upper edge
(See figure 9).
3. Locate the tabs into
the fold on the top
edge of the top trim.
4. Locate the six
magnets on the side
trims as in figure 10.
Note that bottom edge
of the the upper
magnets are in line
with the bottom of the
top trim.
5. Lift the trims at the
top outer edges. This
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Figure 11. (The fuel effect may
differ from that shown)
Figure 10.
Figure 9.

will keep the trims together. Locate the trims to the heater as in figure 11.
6. On Blenheim, Homeflame Traditional and Sonnet heaters
locate the lower firefront
casting onto the product. The two screws on the rear of the firefront casting locate into
the two keyhole slots in the product.
On Debut and Flare heaters
locate the lower firefront casting onto the product. The
two screws on the rear of the firefront casting locate into the two keyhole slots in the
plastic fuel support.
7.
Place the loose coals / pebbles on top of the fuel support. It is not necessary to use all
the coals / pebbles supplied.
USING THE HEATER
Important Safety
Never cover the heater or obstruct the openings at the base of the heater, this could
cause overheating and consequent risk of fire.
What are the three switches for?
The heater is operated by three switches located below the hood on the left hand side of
the heater.
Switch 1 = Main On - Off. (In the ‘ON’ position, only the flame
effect operates)
Switch 2 =
1kW fan heat setting and flame effect. (Switch 1 needs to
be in the ‘ON’ position to enable switch 2 to operate).
Switch 3 =
2kW fan heat setting and flame effect. (Switch 2 needs to
be in the ‘ON’ position to enable switch 3 to operate).
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE HEATER
How do I Clean my heater?
The heater fascia, spacer frame and plastic parts need only to be wiped clean with a dry
soft cloth, do not use polishes or abrasive materials. Heaters with fascia, other than
brass, may have finger prints on the fascia surface. These can be removed by applying a
small amount of ‘baby oil’ to a lint free non-abrasive cloth and wiping the surface. Use
a clean cloth to remove the oil.
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I have a problem with my heater!
Important Safety
Before undertaking maintenance or replacing the light bulb(s) always disconnect
the heater from the electricity supply by removing the 3 pin plug and allowing the
heater to cool.
1. My heater is on but there is no light / low light.
This is possibly a light bulb failure. Remove the light bulb(s) as below and check it /
them in a table lamp that is known to work. If it / they do not work in the table lamp
then replace it / them as below.
The light bulb(s) fitted to this heater are 60Watt fireflame (Red) bayonet type, but due
to the indeterminate life span and ease of replacement, it is specifically excluded from
the guarantee.
To replace the light bulb(s) on Blenheim, Debut,
Flare, Homeflame Traditional and
Sonnet heaters.
1. To gain access to the light bulb(s), remove the loose coals / pebbles from the fuel
support.
2. Remove the firefront casting and ash pan.
3. Remove the fascia in the reverse order to that shown in figure 11.
4. Push and turn the bulb(s) in an anti-clockwise direction.
5. Replace the light bulb with a 60Watt fireflame (Red) bayonet type bulb.
6. Fit the fascia (See figures 9-11).
7. On Blenheim, Homeflame Traditional and Sonnet heaters
locate the lower firefront
casting onto the product. The two screws on the rear of the firefront casting locate into
the two keyhole slots in the product.
On Debut and Flare heaters
locate the lower firefront casting onto the product. The
two screws on the rear of the firefront casting locate into the two keyhole slots in the
plastic fuel support.
8. Fit the ash pan into place.
9. Place the coals / pebbles back on top of the fuel support.
To replace the light bulb(s) on Aura, Aura 2 and Camden heaters.
1. To gain access to the light bulb(s), remove the loose coals / pebbles from the fuel
support.
2. Remove the fascia in the reverse order to that shown in figure 11.
3. Unscrew and remove the firefront assembly.
4. Push and turn the bulb(s) in an anti-clockwise direction.
5. Replace the light bulb with a 60Watt fireflame (Red) bayonet type bulb.
6. Fit the fascia (See figures 9-11).
7.
Fit the firefront assembly back into place using the four screws previously removed.
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8. Place the coals / pebbles back on top of the fuel support.
2. My heater is on, there is light, but there is no flicker effect or the flicker
effect is on one side of the heater only.
This is possibly a ‘spinner’ that has stuck. The ‘spinners’ are metal disks that are located
above the light bulbs. To access the spinners follow the instructions given for replacing
the light bulb(s) on the previous page, but do not touch the light bulb(s). Gently rotate
the appropriate ‘spinner’ by hand. This should get it / them working again.
3. My heater is on but there is no light or heat.
The first thing to do is check the wall socket. To do this plug in a known working
appliance. If the appliance you have plugged in works then there is a good chance that
the problem lies with the 13Amp fuse in the heater plug. If either fuse or socket is
suspected, have them checked by an electrician.
4. My heater is on but there is no heat.
A cut out device is fitted to the heater to prevent damage due to over heating. If it
operates due to an obstruction in the airflow, the heater must be turned off and allowed
to cool for 15 minutes and the obstruction removed before restarting.
5. I Have a problem that is different to those in the previous examples 1- 3.
Below is a list of Useful Telephone numbers
For general advice about your heater:
BAXI FIRES DIVISION TECHNICAL HELPLINE 08706 061 065.
To report faults or arrange for your heater to be serviced:
BAXI FIRES DIVISION SERVICE 08706 090 081.
For sales or product information:
BAXI FIRES DIVISION SALES 08706 061 067.
CALLERS IN THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Call 0044 8706 061 065
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For spares inquiries
Spare parts are available nationwide via the ‘interpart stockist network’. For your
local stockist consult Yellow pages under ‘Central Heating’.
When ordering spare parts please have the below information available. This will help
us to deal with your call quicker and avoid you having to make a second call.
! Your Post Code
! Type of Heater (Electric or gas)
! Model, Name and serial number (This information can be found on a small label
attached to the inside lower left of the heater. To see this you will have to remove the
lower firefront / casting and ash pan.
! The fault, problem or request.
What should I do when I’m ready to dispose of my heater?
The plug should be removed from the mains cable and the mains cable cut from the
heater. These should be disposed of with the heater.
Environmental Protection.
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.
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