Bellfires VIEW BELL TOPSHAM 3 CF User manual

This document is an essential part of your gas •re.
Read it carefully before use of the gas •re and keep it in a safe place!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE &
MANUAL DAILY MAINTENANCE
VIEW BELL TOPSHAM 3
CF / LF / PF
Gas •re with closed combustion system
Bell•res wishes you many cosy evenings with your new Bell•res gas •re
Serial number:
Production date:

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BELLFIRES GAS FIRE WITH CLOSED COMBUSTION SYSTEM:
View Bell Topsham 3 CF (Centre Fire) (VWBTS3 CF)
View Bell Topsham 3 LF (Line Fire) (VWBTS3 LF)
View Bell Topsham 3 PF (Premium Fire) (VWBTS3 PF)

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CONTENTS
Page
1. WARRANTY TERMS ................................................................................. 7
2. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ....................................................................... 9
3. USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME ..................................... 28
4. DAILY MAINTENANCE ......................................
........... ......... ....... .. . . ...... ... 29
5. ANNUAL MAINTENANCE .
.............. ................................... ................ ........ 30

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1 WARRANTY TERMS
Interfocos
Warranty terms
Interfocos B.V. guarantees the quality of the supplied Bell!res hearth and the quality
of the materials used. All Bell!res hearths are developed and manufactured according
to the highest possible quality standards. If, despite all this, something should prove
amiss with the Bell!res hearth you have purchased, Interfocos B.V. offers the following
manufacturer’s warranty.
Article 1: Warranty
1.1. If Interfocos B.V. determines that the Bell!res hearth you have purchased is
defective as a result of a "aw in the construction or material, Interfocos B.V.
guarantees to repair or replace the hearth free of charge, without charging any
costs for labour or spare parts.
1.2. Repair or replacement of the Bell!res hearth will be undertaken by Interfocos B.V.
or by a Bell!res dealer as designated by Interfocos B.V.
1.3. This warranty is supplementary to the existing legal national warranty of Bell!res
dealers and Interfocos B.V. in the country of purchase and is not intended to
restrict your rights and claims based on the applicable legal provisions.
Article 2: Warranty conditions
2.1. Should you wish to claim under the warranty, please contact your Bell!res dealer.
2.2. Complaints should be reported as quickly as possible after they have manifested
themselves.
2.3. Complaints will only be accepted if they are reported to the Bell!res dealer,
together with the serial number of the Bell!res hearth which is stated on the front
of the instructions for use.
2.4. In addition, the original receipt (invoice, receipt, cash receipt) showing the date of
purchase must also be submitted.
2.5. Repairs and replacements during the warranty period do not give any entitlement
to an extension of the warranty period. After a repair or replacement of warranty
parts, the warranty period shall be deemed to have started on the date of
purchasing the Bell!res hearth.
2.6. If a certain part is eligible for the warranty and the original part is no longer
available, Interfocos B.V. shall ensure that an alternative part of at least the
same quality shall be provided.
Article 3: Warranty exclusions
3.1. The warranty on the Bell!res hearth ceases to be in effect if:
a. it is not installed according to the supplied installation instructions, and to
national and/or local regulations;
b. it has been installed, connected or repaired by a non-Bell!res dealer;

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c. it has not be used or maintained according to the instructions for use;
d. it has been changed, neglected or roughly treated;
e. it has been damaged as a result of external causes (outside the hearth
itself), for example, lightning strike, water damage or •re;
3.2. In addition, the warranty lapses if the original purchase receipt shows any
change, deletion, removal or if it is illegible.
Article 4: Warranty area
4.1. The warranty is only valid in those countries where Bell•res hearths are sold
through an of•cial dealer network.
Article 5: Warranty period
5.1. This warranty will only be granted during the warranty period.
5.2. The body of the Bell•res hearth is guaranteed for a period of 10 years against
construction and/or material faults, starting from the moment of purchase.
5.3. For other parts of the Bell•res hearth, a similar warranty applies from the moment
of purchase for a period of one year.
5.4. For user parts such as glass, glass (cord), thermocouple and the interior of the
combustion chamber, a similar guarantee is given until after the •rst burning.
Article 6: Liability
6.1. A claim granted by Interfocos B.V. under this warranty does not automatically
imply that Interfocos B.V. also accepts liability for any possible damage.
The liability of Interfocos B.V. never extends further than that stated in these
warranty conditions. Any liability of Interfocos B.V. for consequential damage is
expressly excluded.
6.2. That stated in this provision is not valid if and to the extent that is derives from
a mandatory provision.
6.3. All agreements entered into by Interfocos B.V. are, unless speci•cally stated
otherwise in writing and to the extent that they are permitted based on applicable
law, subject to the Conditions of the Dutch Metal and Engineering Association
(METAALUNIEVOORWAARDEN), as •led with the registrar of the Court of
Rotterdam on 1 January 2014.
Interfocos B.V.
Hallenstraat 17
5531 AB Bladel
The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
Email: info@Bell•res.com
Carefully retain the instructions for use; they show the serial number of the hearth.
You will need this if you wish to claim under the warranty.

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2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of this modern Bell!res gas !re. This quality product
will provide you with many years of enjoyment due to the "ame effect and warmth that it
provides.
Please read the instructions for use carefully before using the appliance for the !rst time.
Keep this booklet in a safe place.
2.2 BUILT-IN PROTECTION OF THE APPLIANCE
The appliance is fully protected by means of a thermo-electric pilot light shut off in the
event of a gas escape from the main burner.
In addition, the appliance is equipped with a safety system, whereby hatches will extract
any over-pressure that arises in a controlled way. In this, the hatches in the ceiling of
the combustion chamber, brie"y open.
A loud noise can occur. If this happens, immediately close the gas tap and contact the
!tter.
2.2.1 Safety
Do not place embers, vermiculite granules, wood logs or pebbles / ‘
!re
glass’ against the pilot light burner. Make sure that the pilot "ame can
burn at all times freely over the main burner. Only in this way is proper
ignition of the main burner ensured.
Ignoring these directions could lead to a dangerous situation.
Do not place "ammable objects within 100 cm of the appliance.
Pay special attention to furnishings and ornaments around the !re.
When igniting the pilot light and burner, always keep a minimum
distance of 100 cm from the front of the appliance.
If the pilot "ame goes out for any reason, wait for 5 minutes before
attempting to re-light it.
It is essential that the appliance, the complete concentric "ue system and
the outlet are cleaned and inspected annually by a recognised !tter/gas
specia lis t. The safe operation of the appliance w ill thus remain gu arante ed.
For this, please refer to the Installation instructions (Chapter 2:
Maintenance), that are supplied separately with each appliance.
The gas !re must never be used with the door open or the door glass
removed.

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Never place flammable material on the ceramic log set.
The filling of the main burner with embers, vermiculite granules,
wood logs or pebbles / ‘ fire glass’ may not under any circumstances
be changed or added to.
Do not place easily-flammable materials, such as nylon clothing or
flammable liquids, in the vicinity of the gas fire.
Ensure at all times that children and other people who are not
aware of the operation of the gas appliance are only in the vicinity
of the appliance exclusively under supervision.
Use a fireguard to protect the people and children mentioned
above against possible burns.
2.3 FLAME EFFECT
The appliance is supplied with a “Centre Fire”, “Line Fire” or “Premium Fire” double
burner, as ordered, from the factory. These burners each have their own specific flame
effect, see below for an impression.
View Bell Topsham 3 CF
The appliance is supplied with a “Centre Fire” double burner:
Both burners ON

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Only front burner ON
View Bell Topsham 3 LF
The appliance is supplied with a “Line Fire” double burner:
Both burners ON
Only front burner ON

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Butane and Propane: The flame effect produced by butane and
propane is less realistic than with natural gas.
The flame effect is less as far as flame
volume and height are concerned"
View Bell Topsham 3 PF
The appliance is supplied with a “Premium Fire” double burner:
Both burners ON
Only front burner ON
Natural gas: The above sketches provide an impression of the flame effect.
This can differ from reality. The flame effect is namely
dependant on the composition and supply pressure of the
natural gas present.

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2.4 OPERATION: REMOTE CONTROL
2.4.1 General
Read these instructions carefully before lighting the !re ""
The appliance is operated by radio remote control. This comprises a hand-held
transmitter and a receiver. The receiver is part of the gas control block assembly.
The receiver and the gas control block are behind the (white) panel door (operating unit)
next to the appliance. Press the door inwards to open; this will release the catch and the
door will spring out.
Electrical connections and batteries:
The appliance is supplied with a “Centre Fire” (CF) or “Line Fire” (LF) double burner:
Hand-held 1x 9V battery
transmitter
Receiver 4x 1.5V battery Option:
Type LR6 or AA 6VDC adapter (230 VAC).
Available from your !tter.
Note: Remove batteries from receiver"

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Figure 1: Hand-held transmitter
Important
Once the !re is lit, it must burn at maximum for approx. 10 minutes to allow the chimney
to come up to temperature"
2.4.2 Hand-held transmitter
The remote control works by radio signal. The hand-held transmitter is con!gured in the
factory with a unique signal code.
Note: Hand-held transmitter and receiver are not interchangeable with previous models.
The pilot light is situated in the front of the burner, behind a cowl. Should the pilot light
go out, you must wait five (5) minutes before attempting to re-ignite the fire.
The appliance is supplied with a “Premium Fire” (PF) double burner:
Hand-held 1x 9V battery
transmitter
Receiver 6VDC Note:
via the 5 wire cable No batteries in the receiver.
from the Light-Module
Light-Module 230 VAC

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Set the display - °C/24 hour or °F/12 hour Clock setting
• Connect the batteries. By simultaneously pressing OFF and
(small flame), can be switched from °F (and 12 hour clock)
to °C (and 24 hour clock), or vice versa.
• The display will automatically return to mode after some
time, but you may immediately return to mode by
pressing the OFF button.
Figure 2: Display hand-held transmitter
Temperature
setting Signal indication
Battery status
Time setting
Light-symbol:
Light / Dimmer
operation. Ambient
lighting with
“Premium Fire” (PF)
double burner
(Has no function
with CF and LF
double burner)
ON/OFF Temperature
setting
Possibilities
of operation
(Company
modes)
Program
Timer
setting
Fan-symbol: has no
function for the appliance
Fan level-symbol:
has no function for
the appliance
°C/24 hour or °F/12 hour
Clock setting
AUX-symbol:
indicates that the
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Figure 3: Receiver “RESET” button
Set the current time
• The time display will flash after either:
a installing the battery or
b simultaneously pressing the (large flame) and
(small flame).
• While the screen is flashing, you can adjust the time.
• Press (large flame) to set the hour and (small flame)
to set the minute.
• Wait or press OFF to return to mode.
Important: Setting up signal code before using the appliance for the !rst time.
Before the appliance can be used, the receiver must first learn the hand-held
transmitter’s signal code.
• Press the “RESET” button on the receiver, and keep this pressed until 2 audio signals
are heard. See figure 3.
Release the “RESET” button after the second (somewhat longer) audio signal.
• Press, within 20 seconds, the (small flame) button on the hand-held transmitter,
until 2 short signals are heard . The signal code has now been set up on the receiver .
If, however, a single long sound is heard, this means that setting the signal code has
failed or that the wiring has been connected incorrectly.
You only need to set up the signal code once. It is not necessary when changing the
batteries of the hand-held transmitter or receiver.

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You can cycle through the menu with operating possibilities by repeatedly depressing
the SET button:
and back to
At the selected starting time (P1 or P2 ) or stopping
time (P1 or P2 ) is also shown.
Returning to is also possible by pressing the (small
flame) or
(large flame) button.
Possibilities of operation
The following can be set with the remote control:
1 : = Manual operation
2 : = Operating day temperature thermostat
3 : = CF / LF : Has no function for the appliance
PF : Setting light / dimmer
4 : = Has no function for the appliance
5 : = Operating night temperature thermostat
6 : = Timer setting
Burner:
The appliance’s entire burner consists of a “front burner” and a “rear burner”.
Burner operation described below applies to:
1 Both “front burner” and “rear burner”.
(The AUX-symbol on the hand-held transmitter’s display is visible.)
or
2 Only “front burner”. The “rear burner” is turned off.
(The AUX-symbol on the hand-held transmitter’s display is not visible.)

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Manuel operation
Here you can turn the burner on and off, and adjust the
height of the flames.
• Press (large flame) to turn on the burner and to
increase the flame height.
• Press (small flame) decrease the flame height to
turn the burner off.
The pilot light will keep burning. (Stand-by position)
• The appliance will automatically revert to stand-by if
the batteries in the receiver are fully depleted. (The
pilot light will also be turned off.)
This also applies to the Thermostat and Timer operation.
• When one of the buttons on the hand-held transmitter
is pressed (except the SET button), the transmission
symbol appears on the screen. The receiver
confirms the transmission with an audio signal.
Operating day temperature thermostat
(The appliance must be in the standby position and the
pilot light is burning. )
Automatic temperature regulation of the pre-set day
temperature. The room temperature is measured and
compared with the pre-set day temperature. The flame
height is automatically regulated so as to reach the
pre-set day temperature.
Also see: Setting the desired temperature.
Setting light / dimmer (only for appliance with
“Premium Fire” (PF) double burner)
Turns light/dimmer On and OFF and adjusts brightness.
• Press the SET-button to select the required mode
(light indicator). The light indicator flashes.
• Press (large flame) and keep pressed to switch the
light ON and to increase the intensity.
• Press (small flame) and keep pressed to lower light
intensity and switch the light OFF.
• In the mode (light indicator) the light is switched
off with the OFF button .
• If the main burner and pilot light are switched off, the
light will switch off automatically.
• If both burners are off, the light can be switched on and
dimmed after first pressing the OFF-button in the
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Timer operation
(The appliance must be in the standby position and the
pilot light is burning.)
Appliance functions automatically according to the two
pre-set heating periods;
P1 and P2. These heating periods repeat automatically
every 24 hours.
Also see: Programming the timer: P1 and P2.
The appliance works thermostatically at the pre-set
starting times P1 and P2 and the room temperature
is automatically regulated to the pre-set day temperature
.
The appliance works thermostatically at the pre-set
stopping times P1 and P2 and the room temperature
is automatically regulated to the pre-set night temperature
.
In order to allow the appliance to regulate the temperature
at night, the night temperature must be set to at
least 5°C.
If the setting is lowered to , the appliance will
switch to stand-by at night. The appliance will automatically
operate at the following day cycle .
N.B.: The pre-set temperature is shown on the screen
every 30 seconds.
Operating night temperature thermostat
(The appliance must be in the standby position and the
pilot light is burning.)
Automatic temperature regulation of the pre-set night
temperature.
The room temperature is measured and compared with
the pre-set night temperature.
The flame height is automatically regulated so as to
reach the pre-set night temperature.
Also see: Setting the desired temperature.
• The lighting can be switched ON-OFF, and dimmed,
if the main burner is burning, only the pilot light is
burning, and when both burners are off.
• 8 seconds after the light/dimmer have been set, the
hand transmitter will automatically return to
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Setting the desired temperature
• Select the desired mode of operation or by pressing the SET button
briefly.
• Press the SET button until the temperature indication on the display begins to flash.
• Set the temperature with (large flame) or (small flame).
• Wait or press the OFF button briefly to go to mode.
• If the temperature control in should be off (lower battery consumption),
decrease the night temperature until appears on the display.
Important: Place the hand-held transmitter in a place that is not
influenced by direct sunlight, draught, heat from
the appliance and other heat sources.
Programming the timer: P1 and P2 (= heating periods P1 and P2)
• Select the desired mode of operation by pressing the SET button briefly.
• Press the SET button until P1 (ON) (start heating period P1) and the time appear
in the display. (The time indication flashes.)
• Set the time for the beginning of the first heating period by pressing (large flame)
for houre and (small flame) for minute’setting.
• Press the SET button briefly; P1 (OFF) appears on the display. Set the time for the
end of the first heating period.
• Press SET again to set the second heating period P2 (heat ON) and P2 (heat
OFF).
• Wait a moment or press OFF to switch back to mode.
AUX -symbol on the display
The AUX-symbol on the hand-held transmitter’s display indicates that the “front
burner” and “rear burner” are both being operated. All functions apply to both burners
together.
If the AUX-symbol on the hand-held transmitter’s display is not visible, then the
“rear burner” is turned off and all functions only apply to the “front burner”