Charlton & Jenrick PARAGON P5 BF User manual

Owner’s Manual
INCLUDES
User, Maintenance, Service, and Installation Instructions
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P5 BF
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For use in Great Britain and Ireland.
Literature NO 8422 (ISS 2)
IMPORTANT
This appliance is guaranteed for 12 months subject to conditions. The 5 year extended parts
warranty will only be valid if the annual service recommended in this manual has been
completed and appliance has been registered online.

Contents
EXTENDED FIVE YEAR PARTS WARRANTY ....................2
Benchmark Scheme .....................................................3
SECTION ONE Important Information ..........................5
SECTION TWO Introduction (user instructions) .........7
SECTION THREE Operation (user instructions)...........8
SECTION FOUR Cleaning & Laying the fuel bed (user
instructions).................................................................9
SECTION FIVE Appliance Data (installation
instructions)...............................................................17
SECTION SIX Regulations and Warnings (installation
instructions)...............................................................18
SECTION SEVEN Siting the Appliance (installation
instructions)...............................................................19
SECTION EIGHT Preparing the Appliance for
Installation (installation instructions) ......................20
SECTION NINE CONNECTING THE GAS SUPPLY and
COMMISSIONING (installation instructions)............22
SECTION TEN Assemble the appliance (installation
instructions)...............................................................23
SECTION ELEVEN Instruct and Advise the Customer
(installation instructions)..........................................24
SECTION TWELVE Maintenance Instructions
(maintenance instructions).......................................24
SECTION THIRTEEN Wiring Diagram (maintenance
instructions)...............................................................27
BALANCED FLUE GAS FIRE COMMISSIONING
CHECKLIST ..................................................................30
SERVICE RECORD........................................................31
EXTENDED FIVE YEAR PARTS
WARRANTY
In order to validate your extended 5 years parts
warranty please read the Benchmark Scheme on the
opposite page and ensure your installer has filled in the
appropriate checklist.
This in no way reduces your statutory rights
Your warranty commences from the date of purchase
and you must retain your receipt or invoice as proof of
a purchase date.
THIS EXTENDED WARRANTY SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES
GLASS AND SOFT REFRACTORY COMPONENTS, THE BULB
AND ANY BATTERIES.
Terms and Conditions
1. The appliance must be installed by a GAS SAFE
registered person.
2. The appliance must be used in accordance with
the user’s instructions.
3. The appliance must be serviced annually by a GAS
SAFE registered person.
4. The benchmark and service log must be correctly
filled outandtherecord ofannualservices mustbeup
to date and supported by receipts in each case.
5. This warranty is not transferable and relates to the
original installation only.
6. The appliance has not been subjected to misuse or
accident or been modified or repaired by any
person other than the authorised employee or
authorised representative of Charlton and Jenrick
Ltd.
7. The registration form must be returned within 1
month of purchase.
Technical Help Desk 01952 200 444

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Benchmark Scheme
Charlton and Jenrick Ltd is a licensed member of the Benchmark Scheme, which aims to improve the standards of
installation and commissioning of domestic heating and hot water systems in the UK and to encourage regular servicing
to optimise safety, efficiency and performance. Benchmark is managed and promoted by the Heating and Hotwater
Industry Council. For more information and the full code of practice, please visit www.centralheating.co.uk
Please ensure that the installer has fully completed the Benchmark Checklist on the inside back pages of the installation
instructions supplied with the product and that you have signed it to say that you have received a full and clear
explanation of its operation. The installer is legally required to complete a commissioning checklist as a means of
complying with the appropriate Building Regulations (England and Wales).
All installations must be notified to Local Area Building Control either directly or through a Competent Persons Scheme.
A Building Regulations Compliance Certificate will then be issued to the customer who should, on receipt, write the
Notification Number on the Benchmark Checklist.
This product should be serviced regularly to optimise its safety, efficiency and performance. The service engineer
should complete the relevant Service Record on the Benchmark Checklist after each service.
The Benchmark Checklist will be required in the event of any warranty.
It is a requirement that the gas fire is installed and commissioned to the manufacturer’s instructions and the data fields
on the commissioning checklist completed in full.
To instigate the guarantee, the gas fire needs to be registered with the manufacturer within one month of the
installation.
To maintain the guarantee, it is essential that the gas fire be serviced annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The
service details should be recorded on the Benchmark Service Interval Record and left with the householder.

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Installer information required to register for the extended warranty
Name:
Date of installation:
Gas safe number:
Important
For future reference, we suggest you record the following details here, and keep the receipt as proof of
purchase. This information may be asked for when you contact the helpdesk.
MODEL:
PARAGON P5 B.F.
Serial No.
This information can be found on the label attached to the packaging and on the data badge, which is located on
the base of the appliance behind the control cover.
Retailer Name:
Address:
Date Of Purchase:

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SECTION ONE Important Information
Consumer protection information
As manufacturers and suppliers of heating products, we take every care, as far as is reasonably practicable, that these
products are so designed and constructed as to meet the general safety requirement when properly used and installed.
To this end, our products are thoroughly tested and examined before despatch.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Any alterations that are not approved by the appliance manufacturer could invalidate the
approval of the appliance, operation of the warranty and could affect your statutory rights.
Health and safety notice
Important
This appliance could contain some of the materials, indicated below, that maybe be interpreted as being injurious to
health and safety. It is the users / installers responsibility to ensure that the necessary personal protective clothing is
worn when handling these materials, see below for information.
Artificial Fuels, Mineral Wool, Insulation Material, Refractory/Ceramic Fibres, Glass Yarn - may be harmful if inhaled,
may be irritating to skin, eyes, nose and throat.
When handling avoid inhaling and contact with skin or eyes. Use disposable gloves, facemasks and eye protection.
After handling wash hands and other exposed parts. If a vacuum is used for cleaning the coals or cleaning after servicing
/ installation it is recommended that it be of the type fitted with a HEPA filter.
Disposal of refractory/ceramic materials. To keep dust to a minimum these materials should be securely wrapped in
polythene and be clearly labelled ‘RCF waste’. These materials are not classified as ‘hazardous waste’ and should be
disposed of at a site licensed for the disposal of industrial waste.
INTRODUCTION
•The PARAGON P5 BF is an inset room sealed decorative fuel-effect gas appliance.
•The PARAGON P5 BF is available in Natural Gas only.
•The PARAGON P5 BF must not be installed into a natural draught flue or chimney.
•The PARAGON P5 BF should only be installed and serviced by a competent person i.e. GAS SAFE registered,
in accordance with the GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS.
•The PARAGON P5 BF does not require a chimney, but must be installed against an outside wall.
•It is important that the flue terminal is regularly checked and kept clear at all times.
•If the terminal is accessible to people (i.e. less than 2m above a walkway, balcony etc.) a
terminal guard must be fitted to prevent access to the flue outlet, which becomes hot when the fire is in use.
•As the PARAGON P5 BF is a room-sealed appliance, (i.e. air for the combustion process is taken from outside
the room) no purpose built ventilation is required.
•The PARAGON P5 BF is designed and tested to meet the requirements of the European Standard EN 613.
The power supply for this appliance is provided via AC power adaptor 230 VAC. The main cable terminates at the
rear middle of the firebox. The length of the cable provided with the appliance is 1.65 metres. Care must be taken
when siting the firebox not to trap the exposed main cable within the builders opening.
Note: the power cable link to the transformer must be accessible for re-pairing handset and use with the battery
holder.

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IMPORTANT IFORMATION
•The Appliance is for use on Natural Gas (G20 @ 20mbar ) only.
•Failure to install appliance correctly could lead to prosecution.
•Relief Flap Transit bolts must be removed from the top of the appliance before installation.
In GB (Great Britain), the appliance must be installed by a competent person i.e. GAS SAFE registered, in accordance
with the GAS SAFETY (INSTALLATION AND USE) REGULATIONS, The Building Regulations (or The Building Regulations
(Scotland) or The Building Regulations (Northern Ireland)) and The Current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations, if appropriate.
In IE (Ireland), the appliance must be installed by a competent person and installed in accordance with the current
edition of I.S.813 Domestic Gas Installation, the current Building Regulations and the current ETCI rules for electrical
installation, if appropriate.
•Although the Paragon P5 BF is fitted with a glass front which acts as a dress guard it is strongly
recommended that a fireguard should be used for the protection of children, the elderly or infirm.
Fireguards should conform to B. S. 6539 (1984) (Fireguards for use with solid fuel appliance).
•Care should be taken to prevent any damage being caused to surrounding soft furnishings or decoration.
Many wall coverings may become discoloured if placed too close to the appliance, it is strongly
recommended that any proposed wall covering intended for use immediately above the appliance should be
tested in the hottest position (immediately above) first. Run the fire on high over a few days
•All combustible material must be removed from behind the fire and fire trim.
•The first time you light your new appliance a smell may occur due to its new condition. This is quite normal
and will soon disappear after a few hours use at maximum setting (open a window until the smell
disappears)
•With use, the inside of the air box will change colour, particularly the sides and rear. This is quite normal and
often adds to the overall effects of the appliance.
•The appliance MUST NOT be used if the glass panel is not correctly fitted or if this panel is cracked or
broken.
•Any debris should be cleaned from the appliance. A vacuum cleaner can be used but only after all the loose
shapes have been removed.
•Prior to removing or cleaning the coals refer to the ‘Health and Safety Notice’ located on page 3 of this
booklet.
•The appliance should be serviced annually by a competent person i.e. a GAS SAFE registered engineer in
accordance with these instructions.
•The glass or any part of the appliance MUST NOT be cleaned or wiped whilst the appliance is HOT, to do so
could be dangerous and may damage the paintwork of the appliance.
•Check with the supplier or manufacturer that the surround meets 1500C minimum rating (attention
should especially be given to man made materials such as resin).

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SECTION TWO Introduction (user instructions)
•The PARAGON P5 BF is an inset room sealed decorative fuel-effect gas appliance designed for use in
locations that do not have a conventional chimney. The appliance must be installed against an outside wall
because the air to support combustion is taken from the outside and the products of combustion are
expelled to the outside.
•The appliance incorporates a safety device in the form of a FLAME SUPERVISION DEVICE, which constantly
monitors the flame and will cause the gas to be switched off if the flames are extinguished for any reason.
THIS DEVICE MUST NOT BE OVERRIDDEN. If this situation occurs on a regular basis, have the appliance
checked by a qualified engineer. The problem may be due to a blocked or restricted flue.
•Before removing the, trim, glass and ceramic shapes for cleaning the fire should be turned off, and left to
cool down.
•NOTE: In use some discoloration of the components will take place in the combustion box, this is normal, but
can be kept to a minimum if the shapes are placed correctly (i.e. after cleaning). See Section 4.
•As with all heating appliances certain areas (Working Surfaces) become very hot when the appliance is in
use.
SECTION THREE Operation (user instructions)
Before attempting to operate the appliance check that nothing
has been placed in front of the appliance that may interfere
with the remote sensor operation.
To light the appliance using the remote handset:
A. Point the remote control handset in the direction of the
appliance and simultaneously press the buttons marked ‘
off’ and ‘standby’. Continue to hold in these two
buttons until a ‘bleep’ is heard (approximately 2-3 sec.)
and then release these buttons. The appliance will
automatically go through the ignition sequence and the
pilot should ignite. Once the pilot is alight the appliance
will automatically go to the high setting (approximately
20-25sec). If the ignitor stops sparking and the pilot fails
to light, repeat this procedure.
B. The appliance can be adjusted up or down by pressing
the appropriate button ' ' (low setting) or '' (high setting).There are 5 heat settings and the fire will give
a double bleep when the maximum or minimum heat setting is reached. To switch off the appliance press
the OFF ' ' button or if the appliance is to be switch off for a short period it is recommended that the
‘standby’ button be used. This switches the main burner off but leaves the pilot on and will extend battery
life.
C. The appliance can be switched off without using the handset by unplugging the transformer. When the
transformer is removed there will be a delay (up to 3minutes) after which double bleeps may be heard and
shortly after the appliance will extinguish. Ensure that the transformer is reconnected once the fire as been
extinguished. The appliance cannot be operated without the use of the handset. If the fire fails to light or
extinguishes for any reason, it will be necessary to re-set the fire. This can be done by pressing the off
button then following the normal lighting procedure.
NOTE: If the fire is extinguished for any reason wait 3 minutes before relighting.

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SECTION THREE Operation (user instructions)
Low Battery Indication (Handset)
If while pressing any of the buttons on the remote handset the low battery indicator lamp either stops flashing or
appreciably slows then the battery should be changed.
To Replace Batteries In Handset (AAA 1.5v LR3 x 2 )
Remove the cover from the rear of the handset and fit replacement batteries, taking care not to strain the battery
connections.

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SECTION FOUR Cleaning & Laying the fuel bed (user instructions)
Warning:-Before you clean any part of the appliance ensure that the appliance is switched off and cool.
CLEANING: BLACK PAINTED SURFACES
•These surfaces should be dusted regularly and any marks removed with a soft cloth.
•Abrasive or chemical cleaner should never be used.
CLEANING: GLASS PANEL
From time to time, it may be necessary to clean the glass panel.
We recommend you use a Ceramic Hob Cleaner (brands such as HOB BRITE and VITRO CLEN have been found to be
acceptable) these are available from most leading Supermarkets.
Remove the glass panel as follows:
•Carefully lift out the Inner Frame
•Remove the three fixing brackets located on the
top and sides of the glass panel.
•Remove the 3 x nuts on each of the Glass
Clamps leaving the top Clamp till last, remember
to hold the Glass Panel back when removing the
nuts.
•Carefully lift the glass panel up out off the
bottom location. Lay the glass panel down on a
flat working surface on top of an old opened
newspaper with the side to be cleaned
uppermost.

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Follow the Instructions on the Hob Cleaner Bottle.
On stubborn stains (where the appliance has been used for a long period without glass panel being cleaned), use a
new Brillo Pad well wetted with the Hob cleaner applied directly to it.
Ensure all the residues of the cleaner are removed with a damp cloth and the glass panel is completely dry before
fitting to the appliance. Take care to not over-tighten the glass nuts, as this will result in the glass cracking. Glass is
not covered by warranty
Note: - If the loose shapes have not been placed correctly, causing the gas flame to contact the glass this may result
in glass staining that cannot be removed by cleaning.
•Re-assemble in reverse order ensuring a tight seal against the Glass Panel.
IMPORTANT!!!
Make sure that the Rope Seal is evenly spaced and not pushed out by the glass panel especially in the Bottom
Chanel
•Re-fit the Inner Frame.
CLEANING AND REPLACING fuel bed shapes
Important: - Refer to the ‘Health & Safety Notice located on page 3 of this booklet before cleaning or replacing
any refractory material.
Use only the shapes provided NO OTHER SHAPES SHOULD BE ADDED to the appliance
The Fuel bed set consists of:
•12 Log Shapes.
•1 x Bag of Vermiculite
•1 x Packet of Embaglow

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Log Fuel Bed Layout.
Within this packed appliance is one packet of Embaglow. Only part of the packet should be used per install, the
spare part of the pack is provided for the first annual service. Failure to place the correct amount of flakes and in
the correct burner area can result in producing a poor flame picture and sooty deposits.
Log Fuel Bed Layout
•Place the Front Infill with the holes & slots facing downwards , Avoid damaging the pilot assembly.
•Place shape No. 1 on the pins on the Burner as shown .

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•Place a thin single layer of Vermiculite over the Burner as shown, avoid laying it too thick
•Make sure not to block around the pilot area on the Burner and Front Infill cover, if flakes fall in, it may be
worth lifting the Infill grill out carefully and removing , before carrying on with laying the shapes.

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•Place shapes No. 2, 3, & 4 on the pins as shown.
•Place shape No.5 on the Burner and Front infill cover, making sure it sits upright as shown.

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•Tease out 6 x small pieces of Embaglow from the packet , keep the rest for annual servicing , the smaller and
looser the pieces the better, as this will give a more even glow, less soot and a better flame picture.
•Place 2 of the small pieces of Embaglow in between the shapes on the Left Hand side as shown.

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•Place a further 2 pieces of the Embaglow in between the shapes on the Right Hand side as shown.
•Place shapes No. 6, 7, 8, & 9 on top of the logs and the last two remaining pieces of the Embaglow between
the shapes as shown.

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•Place shapes No. 10, 11, & 12 on top of the logs as shown.

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SECTION FIVE Appliance Data (installation instructions)
Fire Box dimensions: Height 922mm
Width 705mm
Forward Projection: 45mm
Weight: 35kg
Flue Length…………………………………………………………………...100mm (minimum) to 600mm (maximum)
No bends or joined flue pipes should be used in the flue system.
Pressure Test Point Location: Gas inlet elbow
Gas Connection: 8.0mm O/D, tube.
Data Badge Location: On bottom right hand side of firebox below inlet grill.
NOTE: The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS EN613-2001 and the result is 77.4%
natural gas. The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. Gastec have certified
the test data from which it has been calculated. The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government’s Standard
Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.
MODEL
Natural Gas (G20) Version
Category of appliance
CII
NOXClass
4
Efficiency Class
1
Gas Category
I2H
Gas Type
G20 Natural Gas
Gas Pressure +/- 1.0mbar
20 mbar
Gas Input (Max)
7.4 KW Gross
(Min)
3.8 kW Gross
Injectors size
770 Mark

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SECTION SIX Regulations and Warnings (installation instructions)
•This appliance must only be installed in Great Britain or Ireland.
•The appliance is available in natural gas only.
•This appliance must be installed on a suitable outside wall.
•No special ventilation bricks or vents are required into the room containing the appliance.
•In GB (Great Britain)
It is the law that all gas appliances must be installed by a competent person; i.e. a GAS SAFE registered installer, in
accordance with the current Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations (as amended), all relevant parts of the local
and national building regulations and all relevant recommendations of the current British Standards. Failure to do so
could lead to prosecution.
The following are the relevant codes of practice and British Standards: -
B.S. 5871 PART 2 B.S. 5440 PART 1
B.S. 6891 B.S. 1945
Note:- This appliance must be installed to current versions of the above standards and include any relevant
amendments.
The Building Regulations issued by The Department of the Environment.
The Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidated) Regulations issued by The Scottish Development Office.
•IN IE, (Ireland)
The appliance must be installed by a competent person and installed in accordance with the current edition of I.S.813
Domestic Gas Installation, the current building regulations, and the current ETCI rules for electrical installation, if
appropriate.
WARNINGS
**** RELIEF FLAP TRANSIT BOLTS MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE INSTALL****
•As this appliance has components, which get very hot as with all such fires, it is recommended that a
fireguard should be used for the protection of children, the elderly, or the infirm. Fireguards should conform
to B.S.6539 (1984) (Fireguards for use with solid fuel appliances).
•During initial use, an odour may be evident. This will soon disappear if the fire is run on its maximum setting
for a few hours.
•Care must be taken to prevent any damage being caused to surrounding soft furnishing or decoration, e.g.
wall coverings may become discoloured if placed too close to the appliance.

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SECTION SEVEN Siting the Appliance (installation instructions)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
•The flue and air duct length must be between 100mm to 600mm.
•The fire is supplied with a standard pipe length of 600mm Flue length.
•The flue and air duct must not have any bends.
•The flue outlet must terminate on a suitable outside wall.
•The minimum flue terminal clearances, which must be maintained, are as shown below.
A. Directly below an openable window or other opening. E.g. air brick 300mm
B. Below gutters, soil pipes or drain pipes 300mm
C. Below eaves 300mm
D. Below balconies or carport roofs 600mm
E. From vertical drain pipes and soil pipes 75mm
F. From internal and external corners 300mm
G. Above ground, roof or balcony level 370mm
H. From a surface facing the terminal 600mm
I. From a terminal facing the terminal 1200mm
J. From an opening in a car port into a dwelling e.g. door, window, etc 1200mm
K. Vertically from a terminal on the same wall 1500mm
L. Horizontally from a terminal on the same wall 300mm

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Ensure that gas supply is suitably sited
To minimise the risk of cracking due to heat
expansion the use of a 3 –piece back panel is
recommended.
Check with the supplier or manufacturer that the
surround meets 1500C minimum rating (attention
should especially be given to man-made materials
such as resin).When installing in a timber framed
dwelling reference must be made to the specific
installation requirements stated in
Clearance to Shelf
Minimum clearance from hearth or base of opening to
underside of combustible shelf should be 945mm
provided the shelf depth is 75mm (3”). This gives a
minimum clearance above the appliance of 200mm. For a shelf of 150mm (6”) the minimum height above the hearth
or base of opening must be 1045mm. This will give a minimum clearance above the appliance of 300mm.
Clearance to Sides of Fire
Minimum width between vertical sides of combustible surround should not be less than 875 mm provided fire is
central to the surround and sides do not project more than 150 mm. When vertical side forward projection is
increased by 12.5 mm add 50 mm to inside width of surround.
SECTION EIGHT Preparing the Appliance for Installation (installation instructions)
•Carefully unpack the appliance from the carton and check the
contents.
•Lift away the Box of ceramics, glass panel and Fire frame
components.
•Remove the refractory components from the inside of the packaging.
•Remove the 2 x Transit bolts from the top of the appliance.
•The appliance is now ready for installation.
INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE INTO CAVITY WALL Ensure it is a suitable
outside wall constructed of non-combustible materials and that the flue position meets the requirements previously
described in Section 8.
•Before cutting out any opening, check at what height the opening needs to be, with regards to any surrounds that
the fire is going to be fitted into, as the heights of Hearths and Bottom Slips can vary.
•Mark a vertical line on the wall at the intended centre of the appliance up from the horizontal base of the opening
to the top horizontal of the opening 930mm.
•If insetting into the wall, mark the position for a `lintel` above the top horizontal line.
•Mark up Flue centre measurement of 767mm.
•Using a long masonry drill, make one pilot holes completely through the wall. Ensure the holes are drilled
accurately at the centres and square to the wall both horizontally and vertically at the cross points previously
marked.
•If insetting into the wall proceed as follows: Cut out the brickwork of the inner skin of the cavity wall for the
lintel, and fix the lintel.
•Cut out the brickwork under the lintel, between the two outside vertical lines into the cavity. Ensure the cut out
width is square and try the appliance into the opening.
ALL DIMENSIONS IN mm
B
“A
”
HEARTH TO SHELF
930 MIN
670 MIN
700 MAX.
165 MIN
715 min
780 max