Ekofires eko 1020 User manual

installation and user instructions
All instructions must be handed to user for safekeeping
Revision A - 06/09
Country(s) of destination - GB/IE
eko 1020
electric fan heater

IMPORTANT NOTES
DO NOT use this appliance immediately below a fixed socket outlet.
DO NOT use this appliance in the immediate vicinity of a bath, shower, swimming pool or other area where
water/moisture could present a hazard.
• CAUTION: This appliance must not be used in conjunction with any timer, programmer or thermal control, or any other
device that will switch on the appliance automatically, as a fire risk may occur if the heater is accidentally covered or
displaced.
• Do not allow the heater to be covered as this may cause overheating. The appliance must not be placed near curtains
or similar material. A clearance space of at least one metre should be allowed in front of the appliance.
• The electrical socket that the appliance uses MUST be easily accessible. Do not route the supply cord directly in front
of the heater unit.
• If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or competent person.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capa
bilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
The appliance is suitable for installation into all surrounds with an opening of 416mm by 559mm (16” by 22”).
The appliance is supplied with 2 spacer frames enabling it to be fitted with no need for a recess in to a wall or surround
back panel. Each spacer frame has a different depth, and once detached from the frame and fitted individually the mount-
ing depths can be either 70 or 45mm. Alternatively the appliance can be fully recessed if the opening depth is 120mm or
greater and neither spacer is used.
It may be installed directly into any proprietary surround which can house this size of rebate, without the need to recess
the appliance into a wall opening or fabricate a false chimney breast.
This appliance should be positioned on a firm level surface that is free of dust, lint and pet hair/dander and should be
maintained as such. If the fire is to be sited in a fire surround then the suitability of the surround for use with electric
heaters should be established with the fire surround manufacturer.
If fitted into an open draught fireplace, it is advisable to blank off the chimney to reduce the risk of draught through the
fire, which may cause the safety cut out system in the fan heater to operate.
UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE
Read all the instructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance. Remove the boxes and any other loose fit-
tings from around the heater. When all loose parts have been removed, carefully lift the appliance from the carton. Check
that the contents correlate with the component checklist below. Please dispose of all packaging with care at your local
recycling centre.
COMPONENT CHECKLIST
QUANTITY DESCRIPTION QUANTITY DESCRIPTION
1 Heater Main Body 1 User Instruction Booklet.
1 Decorative Front Frame/Magnets 3 Neoprene Securing Strips
1 Cable Fixing Kit 1 Rawl Plug
1 Orange Coloured Moulded Fuel Bed 1 Eyebolt
1 Front Fret/Ashpan Door
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Contents
Important Notes
Installation Requirements
Appliance Data
Unpacking the Appliance
Component Checklist
Installing the Appliance
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Fitting the Decorative Frame
Operating the Appliance
Safety Cut-out System
Maintenance
Cleaning
Spares
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APPLIANCE DATA
Supply Voltage 230V - 240V, 50Hz Fuse Rating 13 Amp
Heating Elements 2 x 1000W Lighting 1 x 60W BC bulb
©2009 Focal Point Fires plc.

INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
To ensure the appliance is positively located into position, it is necessary to
secure it in place using one of the following methods, either with the cable fix-
ing kit, or the double-sided neoprene strips included in the instruction pack.
Freestanding fires should use the neoprene strip method only.
Fixing by Neoprene Strips
In normal installation circumstances, this method of fixing is satisfactory for
use with marble, stone, laminate, or any smooth faced mounting surface. Peel
off the adhesive backing from one side of each strip and apply to the periph-
ery of the rear of the appliance frame, as shown in the Fig.1. Ensure that the
strips are not applied any closer than 5mm (1/4”) from the edge of the frame.
Tear off any excess lengths of strip to form a neat border around the frame.
Before finally fitting the appliance into its location, remove the remaining
strips of adhesive backing, ensure that the mains cable and plug are properly
routed, locate the fire into the opening and press firmly around the edge of
the frame to allow the strips to adhere to the back panel of the surround.
Fixing by Cable Fixing Kit
This method of securing is normally necessary when the mounting surface is
of a rough texture, i.e. stone or brick.
Firstly mark and drill a suitably sized hole in the centre of the proposed appli-
ance location, 250mm up from the hearth surface, or floor if no hearth is to
be used. Insert the rawlplug into the hole, then screw in the eyebolt.
Withdraw the fuel bed and then the transparent flame effect screen by remov-
ing the two screen clamps, which are each held in place by two screws, one at
the base the other at the top in to the hood. Insert the cable through the cen-
tral hole in the back of the appliance (Fig.2), through the eyebolt and through
the hole in the lower rear of the appliance. The screen can now be refitted
with the textured side facing forward and secured under the screen clamps
(reversing the previously described method), adjust the screens height to suit
the fuel beds ‘legs.’ Remove the light bulb from its mounting by pushing it in
and twisting. Thread the cable through the small hole in the front panel.
Locate the appliance into its opening and pull the cable taught. Slide on the
screwed nipple and keeping the cable reasonably taught, tighten the nipple to
secure (Fig.2). Replace the light bulb. The remainder of the cable may be
coiled up and tucked behind the front when fitted, or fed back into the appli-
ance through the hole and neatly coiled in the base, ensuring it does not come
in to contact with any part of the flame effect motor. Fit the fuel bed and dec-
orative front frame.
NOTE: When using this cable fixing method, the additional depth of the
eyebolt must be taken into account. Therefore, using this method will
increase the minimum mounting depth of the appliance by 20mm.
FITTING THE DECORATIVE FRAME/FRET
Remove the decorative frame from its packaging, and remove any protective
film coverings. The frame is attached to the appliance with the supplied mag-
nets equally spaced around the frame assembly.
Carefully offer the frame up to the appliance, ensuring that the top part of the
frame aperture sits squarely above and at both sides.
With the frame in the correct location it should sit snugly to all parts of the
appliance, and the magnets will retain it in this position.
Finally ensure that the Fret/ashpan is positioned as shown in Fig 3 opposite.
Note: Fig 3 shown with appliance hearth mounted. Hearth not supplied with
appliance.
OPERATING THE APPLIANCE
Check that the fan outlet is not covered or obstructed in any way and ensure the power to the fire is switched on.
The appliance is controlled using four switches, mounted under the lift up hood. The left switch (OI) controls the main
power to the fire and switches on the fuel effect, which can be used independently of heat for visual effect only. The sec-
ond switch (*) operates the fan blower without heat, which can be used in the summer for cool air circulation. The switch
marked with a single bar (I) operates the fan heater on the LOW setting (1kW). The switch marked with two bars (II) oper-
ates the fan heater on the HIGH setting (2kW).
To operate the fire, the left switch must be turned on first, followed by the second switch to start the blower, if required.
To obtain heat from the appliance, the Iswitch must then be operated for LOW (1kW) of heat, followed by the II switch
for the HIGH setting (2kW). It is not possible to obtain heat from the appliance without first switching on the main power
switch (OI) and the fan blower switch (*) in conjunction with either the LOW (I) or both the LOW and HIGH (II) switches.
Neoprene Strip
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Cable
Eyebolt
screwed into
rear of opening
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©2009 Focal Point Fires plc.

SAFETY CUTOUT SYSTEM
This appliance has a safety cutout system fitted, which will activate if the air inlets or outlets are obstructed. For safe-
ty reasons the fire will NOT switch on again automatically, the following procedure must be carried out before the fire
can be operated.
NOTE: The visual effect will remain operational if the cutout is activated; only the fan heater is prevented from
working.
Switch OFF the appliance at the wall socket or outlet. Leave the fire OFF for a period of no less than 10 minutes, ensur-
ing all obstructions are removed. Switch the appliance ON at the wall. Ensure the appliance is turned ON at the con-
trol switches. If the fire fails to operate correctly, repeat the above procedure. If an attempt to switch on the appliance
is made before the safety cutout has reset, the appliance may cutout for a further period of time. If the sequence has
been followed correctly and the appliance still fails to function, check the fuse in the wall outlet. If this is not the cause,
call an electrician or maintenance engineer.
MAINTENANCE
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY MAINTENANCE.
Excluding lamps and fuses, use only genuine spare parts available from your supplier. Replacement lamps must be of
the same wattage and specification as those stated in Section 3.0 Appliance Data.
Replacing the light bulb.
The fuel effect bulb can be replaced by firstly removing the fire front (magnetically attached), and then by following the
steps described.
1. Disconnect the appliance from the mains.
2. Withdraw the fuel bed by pulling it gently towards you.
3. Remove the light bulb. Note that the bulb has a conventional bayonet fitting. Replace with a new bulb. A con
ventional pearl type bulb rated no greater than 60 Watts is suitable.
4. Refit the fuel bed.
5. Replace the fire front.
CLEANING
There is no specific requirement for care of the fire other than a regular cleaning of the general appliance.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaners as they can damage the finish. The frame and fret may be cleaned using a appropriate
metal polishes.
The area around the fire should be kept free of lint, pet hair/dander and other extraneous material that could be drawn
into the workings of the appliance and affect its performance.
SPARES
Refer to Section 3.0 Appliance Data for lamp and fuse specification. Excluding lamps and fuses, use only genuine man-
ufacturers spare parts available from your supplier.
There are no internal user serviceable parts.
Check regularly for security of wall fixings as appropriate. Also check security of supply cable and connections. If the
supply cable becomes damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or competent person, such as a qualified elec-
trician.
The wires in the cable are coloured in accordance with the following code:
LIVE - Brown
NEUTRAL - Blue
EARTH - Green/Yellow
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As our policy is one of continuous improvement and development, we hope therefore you will understand we must retain the right to amend details and/or spec-
ifications without prior notice.
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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Manufactured by : Focal Point Fires plc.
Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2BT
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
www.ekofires.co.uk
e-mail: [email protected]
©2009 Focal Point Fires plc.