Baxi 754 User manual

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OWNER GUIDE
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.
This guide to be left with the owner
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 APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20).
THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).
Model 754
INSET LIVE FUEL EFFECT GAS FIRE
Fitted with
Amour,
Aspect,
Eclipse,
Fascination,
Landscape or
Serenity fascia
(GC No. 32-032-59)
© Baxi Heating U.K. Ltd.

Safety First.
Baxi Fires Division fires are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British
Standards and Safety Marks.
Quality and Excellence.
At the heart of every Baxi Fires Division fire.
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.
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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LIST OF CONTENTS
Section
Page
SAFETY 4
GAS CONSUMPTION 5
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS 6
OPERATING YOUR FIRE 7
The Oxysafe flame sensing and flue blockage safety system. 7
To light the fire. 7
To turn off. 9
Glass bowing. 9
Lighting with a taper. 9
CLEANING YOUR FIRE 10
Metal Parts. 10
Glass parts. 10
Ceramic fuel effect. 10
Burner. 11
FUEL BED REFITTING 11
MAINTENANCE 11
Regular maintenance. 11
Servicing. 12
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS 12
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 installation instructions.
Do
provide a minimum clearance of 700mm from the top surface of the hearth to any
shelf made of wood or other combustible material where the shelf is not more than
150mm deep. For a shelf deeper than 150mm, add 12.5mm to the clearance for every
25mm of additional shelf depth (See graph1).
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
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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 - SEE YOUR LOCAL
TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
Graph 1. Combustible shelf clearances

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.
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. (The glass panel on the ‘Fascination’ model
conforms to the requirements of B.S. 1945:1971 and satisfies the Heating
Appliances (Fireguard) (Safety) Regulations 1991. The glass panel is very hot
when the appliance is in use and should not be touched. It does not give full
protection for young children, the elderly or infirm. The appliance should not
be used if the glass is broken).
Don’t hang clothing, towels or any other fabrics over the fire.
Don’t
add any extra ceramic fuel effect pieces above the number stated in the fuel effect
installer and owner guide supplied with the ceramic fuel effect. This could cause
incomplete combustion and 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.
GAS CONSUMPTION
Model 754 when fitted with Amour, Aspect, Eclipse, Landscape and Serenity fascia.
Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.1kW (Gross)
Has a maximum natural gas output of 2.6kW
Has a minimum natural gas input of 3.0kW (Gross)
Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.5kW
Model 754 when fitted with Fascination fascia.
Has a maximum natural gas input of 5.5kW (Gross)
Has a maximum natural gas output of 2.2kW
Has a minimum natural gas input of 3.1kW (Gross)
Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.1kW
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APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS
Figure 5. Appliance dimensions and clearances (Fascia may differ from that shown)
Key Description
Model
Amour Aspect Eclipse Fascination Landscape
& Serenity
AAppliance height (mm) 610 612 599 599 607
BAppliance width (mm) 560 505 520 520 976
CAppliance depth into room
(mm) 30 13 25 61 72
D
Minimum mandatory
clearance to combustible
surfaces projecting beyond
the front of appliance (mm).
10 10 10 10 10
ERecommended clearance to non-combustible surfaces
for access purposes (mm). 10 10 10 10 10

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.
Aspect model.
To gain access to the control knob lower the bottom front cover. To do this, support the
top and bottom of the lower front cover (See figure 2).
Amour model.
To gain access to the control knob lower the bottom front cover. To do this, hold the
knob on the bottom front cover and pull gently.
Eclipse and Fascination models.
To gain access to the control knob lower the bottom front cover. To do this, support the
top edges of the lower front cover and pull gently (See figure 3).
Landscape and Serenity models.
To gain access to the control knob lower the bottom front cover. To do this, gently push
the top of the front cover with the fingertips. The magnetic catch will release the front
cover (See figure4).
!
Depress the control knob and turn anticlockwise towards the PILOT/IGN position
(See figure 5). A spark should be generated at the pilot while turning. The spark should
ignite the pilot. The pilot flame can be seen at the left side of the fuel effect.
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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.

Keep the button at the PILOT/IGN 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 previously.
! If the pilot does not ignite quickly repeat the
procedure.
If after 10 seconds pilot ignition has not
occurred, turn the control knob back to the
“Off” position, wait for 3 minutes and then
repeat the ignition procedure.
! When the pilot is alight and stable, partially
depress the knob and turn to “LOW”. The pilot
should then light the main burner at its low setting.
There may be a delay of up to four seconds between
the pilot lighting and ignition of the gas at the main burner. This is normal and is due to
the time required to fill the main burner
compartment with sufficient gas for ignition.
! When the main burner is alight at its low
setting, partially depress the knob and gradually
turn it anti-clockwise until the burner is at your
desired level. The burner flames will gradually
increase until the knob reaches the “HIGH”
position.
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
fuel effect 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 set the control
knob to its ‘HIGH’ setting. This will also
burn off any carbon deposits that may have
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Figure 4. Eclipse and
Fascination lower front cover
Figure 3. Eclipse and
Fascination lower front cover
Figure 2. Aspect lower front
cover

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.
Glass bowing.
It is normal for the glass panel on the
fascia to bow slightly when hot.
Lighting with a taper.
(See figure 6).
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
into the gap in the fuel effect at the left hand
side. Depress the control knob, turn it to
PILOT/IGN
To turn off.
! To turn the main burner off but leave the
pilot alight, partially depress the knob and
turn to PILOT/IGN.
! To turn the fire fully off, partially depress
the knob and turn to OFF.
! Wait at least three minutes before
relighting.
! While cooling, the fuel effect may make
some crackling noises. This is quite normal.
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Figure 6. Lighting with a taper (Fuel
effect may differ from that shown)
Figure 5. Control knob (On ‘Landscape’
and ‘Serenity’ models the control knob
and indicator button will be spaced away
from the support leg).

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 completely. The fire will retain heat for some time before cleaning
can begin.
!
If any pieces of debris are found in the hotbox, have the chimney inspected before
further use.
Metal Parts.
!
Clean the metal parts with a slightly damp, lint free non-abrasive cloth and then dry.
! Do not use abrasive cleaners, as these will scratch the fire surface.
! Fascia -
Clean the metal parts with a slightly damp cloth and then dry. If this does
not work apply a very small amount of ‘baby oil’ to a lint free, non-abrasive cloth and
wipe over the surface. Use a clean non-abrasive cloth to wipe off the oil.
Glass parts.
! Marks and stains on the glass can be removed using non-abrasive glass cleaner.
Non-abrasive ceramic hob cleaner can be used to remove stains.
! Note: The decorative metal surfaces within the firebox are exposed to high
temperatures. Great care has been taken to ensure that discolouration is kept to a
minimum. However, the combination of heat and variable flue conditions may result in
small amounts of discolouration or staining.
Ceramic fuel effect.
! This product uses fuel effect pieces 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.
!
In the unlikely event of soot forming, light coatings will usually be burnt off during
the normal operation of the fire.
! Should any soot accumulation become excessive, the fuel effect pieces 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 in the reverse order to that
shown in the ceramic fuel effect installer and owner guide. This should have been left
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inside or attached to this guide by the installer.
Burner.
Remove any deposits of soot or other foreign matter from the solid areas of the burner
with a dry soft brush. Be careful not to brush any particles into the open holes. Remove
any particles from the holes with a vacuum cleaner fitted with a soft brush attachment.
Do not poke wire, etc. into the holes in the burner.
FUEL BED REFITTING
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.
MAINTENANCE
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.
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Servicing.
!
In the United Kingdom 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 and quote the following details;
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 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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