Ekofires eko 2030 User manual

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Revision A - 06/09
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eko 2030
fuel effect gas fire

Eko 2030

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Preliminary Notes Before Installation
This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance which provides radiant
warmth utilising the latest type burner technology.
The fire is designed to fit various types of fireplaces and natural draught flues
as listed in the Installation Requirements.
The appliance must be installed by a competent[1] person in accordance with
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.
Read all these instructions before commencing installation.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and only
used in a sufficiently ventilated space.
The appliance is designed for installation on to a non-combustible hearth of at
least 300mm depth.
This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the pressure
stated on the appliance data plate.
Please note : Except where otherwise stated, all rights, including copyright in the
text, images and layout of this booklet is owned by Focal Point Fires plc. You are
not permitted to copy or adapt any of the content without the prior written per-
mission of Focal Point Fires plc.
[1] GB - Gas SafeTM registered operatives (Northern Ireland only- CORGI registered operatives) are the only class of person considered as competent by the HSE under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use)
Regulations 1998.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
This fire is an Inset Live Fuel Effect Gas Fire providing radiant warmth. It is designed to operate
on Natural Gas only. See Data Plate on appliance.
It is the LAW that all gas appliances and fittings are installed by a competent person (such as a
CORGI registered fitter) and in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations
1998, the relevant British Standards for Installation, Codes of Practice and in accordance with the
Manufacturers’ Instructions. The installation shall also be carried out in accordance with the fol-
lowing regulations:
The Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, the Building Standards
(Scotland) (Consolidation) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department.
BS 5871 part 2
BS 5440 part 1
BS 8303
BS 1251
BS 6891
BS 6461 part 1
Failure to comply with these regulations could lead to prosecution and deem the warranty
invalid.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and used only in a suf-
ficiently ventilated space. This appliance is intended for decorative purposes.
Consult all instructions before installation and use of this appliance.
This appliance is free from any asbestos material. Refractories and fuel bed are construct-
ed from ceramic fibre.
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Contents
Important Notes
Appliance Data
Installation Requirements
Site Requirements
Ventilation
Flue Boxes
Unpacking the Appliance
Component Checklist
Preparing the Appliance
Preparing the Opening
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Contents
Gas Supply
Fitting the Firebox
Cable Fixing
Gas Connection
Fuel Bed Layout
Fireframe and Front
Testing & Commissioning
Operating the fire
Servicing
Troubleshooting Guide
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Note - For Republic of Ireland, reference
should be made to the relevant standards
governing installation, particularly in regard
to flue sizing and ventilation. See IS813,
ICP3, IS327 and any other rules in force.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
This appliance MUST NOT be installed into a room containing a bath or shower, or where steam may be
present. The fire has been designed to fit into a builders’ opening or fireplace conforming to BS 1251 (and
meeting certain dimensional requirements), or a suitable flue box complying with the constructional require-
ments of BS 715. The flue box must be installed onto a suitable non-combustible insulating surface at least
12mm thick, covering the entire base are of the box.
The flue must have an effective height of at least three meters, as measured from the hearth to the top of
the flue. Any flue damper plates or restrictors should be removed and no other restriction fitted to the flue.
Where removal is not practical, the restriction must be fixed in the fully open position.
A natural draught flue system is required, and if previously used for solid fuel or oil burning, the flue and
chimney must be swept prior to appliance installation. The flue must be checked before installation by using
a smoke pellet or similar to ensure proper draw and that leakage is not evident at any joints. Repair and re-
test as necessary before the appliance is installed.
The flue must be connected to only one fireplace, and the flue must not vent more than one appliance (i.e.
not shared with a gas back boiler). There must be no opening in the flue apart from the one that the appli-
ance is installed into, and the one venting the gases into the air. A suitable terminal may be fitted, such as
class GC1, as regulations allow.
This appliance is suitable for use with a “lightweight” surround and back panel of 150ºc minimum rating.
SITE REQUIREMENTS
The fireplace opening should be inspected and repairs made where necessary. Any chair brick or fireback
may be left in place, providing that the dimensional requirements for debris collection and spigot clearance
are met.
The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between 400mm and 460mm wide, and 540mm to
570mm high.
Opening DEPTH should be 210mm or greater. Opening DEPTHS include any plaster or infill panels which
form part of the installation. If the cable method of fixing the firebox is to be employed, an opening depth
of 240mm will be required.
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APPLIANCE DATA
Manual Control
Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H
Inlet Pressure 20mbar (+/-2.0mbar)
Max Energy Input (gross) 6.2kW
Min Energy Input (gross) 3.5kW
Pilot Energy Input (gross) 166W
Setting Pressure (cold) 17.5mbar (+/- 1.5mbar)
Main Injector Burner Stereo size 77
Gas Inlet Connection 8mm compression
Gas Control Valve Dungs BM 733/NGC6802
Ignition Integral Piezo spark
Spark Gap 3.5 to 4.5mm
Weight 20KG
Please see Data Badge affixed to appliance for current data.
This appliance is for use only with the gas type, and at the pressure stated on the appliance Data
Badge, and is for decorative purposes.
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SITE REQUIREMENTS (continued)
This appliance requires a natural draught flue system which may be one of the following;
225mm x 225mm (9in x 9in) brick or stone.
175mm (7in) minimum diameter lined brick or stone.
175mm (7in) minimum diameter twin wall flue conforming to BS 715.
Any existing under grate draught device must be sealed off.
The opening wall must be non-combustible and have adequate flat surface for appliance sealing.
The appliance requires a hearth with non-combustible surface of at least 12mm thick. The top surface must
be at least 50mm above the surrounding floor level, or be surrounded by a raised edge or fender 50mm
high.
To enable the products of combustion to be cleared properly up the flue, the outlet on top of the firebox
must have a minimum 50mm clearance between it and the back wall of the opening or other obstruction.
The area immediately above the outlet must form a smooth path into the flue.
Any type of fire surround used with this appliance must be adequately sealed to the wall and floor.
A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions
given below.
A non-combustible shelf may be fitted to within 10mm of the top edge of the fireframe. Combustible mate-
rials, such as wood, may be fitted to within 100mm (4in) of either side of the frame of the appliance, pro-
viding the forward projection does not exceed 100mm (4in). Any combustible side walls must be at least
500mm to the side of the radiant heat source.
As with all heating appliances, any decorations, soft furnishings, and wall coverings (i.e. flock, blown vinyl
and embossed paper) positioned too close to the appliance may discolour or scorch.
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A. Opening height: 540mm
min/570 mm max.
B. Opening width: 400mm
min/460mm max.
C. Mounting depth: 210mm
D. Hearth must extend minimum
of 150mm either side of the open-
ing.
E. Hearth must extend minimum of
300mm in front of the opening.
F. Non-combustible hearth must be
a minimum of 50mm in height, or
be surrounded by 50mm high
fender.
G. 500mm, this area must be flat
and vertical to ensure a good seal.
H. 585mm, this area must be flat
and vertical to ensure a good seal.
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Maximum depth of shelf Minimum distance from finished
hearth to underside of shelf
100mm (4in) 745mm (29 1/4 in)
150mm (6in) 845mm (33 1/4 in)
203mm (8in) 895mm (35 1/4 in)
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VENTILATION
No purpose provided ventilation is normally required for this appliance. The requirements of other appli-
ances operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation.
If spillage is detected when commissioning the appliance then amongst other problems there may be insuf-
ficient natural ventilation for the correct operation of the flue. This is potentially a greater problem should
the property be of modern nature. If the appliance does not spill with windows open but does with windows
closed, this proves that lack of ventilation is the problem, if not, it will be the flue at fault. Installation of an
air brick is the best solution. Any ventilation fitted must comply with BS 5871 part 2 and BS 5440 part 2.
Spillage detected during commissioning is almost always a result of poor flue performance, which cannot be
corrected by any amount of ventilation.
For Republic of Ireland ventilation may be required, see IS 813, ICP3, IS 327, and any other rules in force.
PREFABRICATED FLUE BOXES
This appliance can be fitted into a number of proprietory flue boxes, provided that the minimum dimensions
given in the diagram below are complied with. The flue outlet of the fire must not obscure the flue outlet
from the flue box. A smooth path into the flue must exist.
Constructional Note: The frame of the fire, any back panel or other infill panel, and the flue box must be
sealed together so that there is no possibility of leakage between them. Adequate clearances to combustible
materials (e.g. false chimney breast construction) must be maintained.
The manufacturers’ instructions for the fitting of the prefabricated flue box shall be complied with at
all times.
Some flue boxes may require minor adaption when fitting the fire using the cable fixing kit.
The firebox, base of the flue box, and the hearth may be drilled to allow plugs and screws to secure instal-
lation.
It is important that the sealing requirements of the appliance are met at all times and that the flue box is
well sealed to any back or infill panel.
Note: The DEPTH dimensions shown are inclusive of any back or infill panels.
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175mm min internal
dia twin wall flue tube
210mm Min depth
400 mm min
opening width
540mm min
opening height
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UNPACKING THE APPLIANCE
Stand the carton right way up, cut the strapping bands and remove the top end cap. Read all the instructions
before continuing to unpack or install this appliance.
Remove the box containing the fire front, and the bags and boxes containing the ceramic parts. Remove the
cardboard packing pieces, and any bags containing other fittings or parts. When all loose parts have been
removed, the outer sleeve may be lifted off to reveal the appliance. Check that the components supplied cor-
relate with the checklist given in section 7.1. Please dispose of the packaging materials at your local recy-
cling centre.
COMPONENT CHECKLIST
QUANTITY DESCRIPTION
1 Firebox and burner tray assembly.
1 Moulded ceramic fibre combustion matrix.
13 Individually packaged ceramic pebbles.
3 Ceramic radiant panels.
1 Set of manufacturers instructions.
1 Cable fixing kit comprising; 2 cables, 2 tensioners, 2 clamps, 4 fixing eyes, 4 fibre rawl plugs.
3 Lengths of self adhesive sealing strip.
1 Rubber grommet.
PREPARING THE APPLIANCE
Note: Ensure that the gas supply is isolated before
commencing installation of the appliance.
The fireplace opening and environment must be in
compliance with the specifications laid down in the
appropriate sections of these instructions.
Remove the appliance from its carton as described
previously and stand upon a dust sheet or similar.
Place the ceramics components and fixing kit safely
to one side.
Firstly, remove the stainless steel shelf from the fire-
box in order to access the burner. This is achieved by
removal of the two retaining screws, located under
the shelf at either side of the burner. After removal of the retaining
screws the shelf unit may be pulled forward and withdrawn from the
firebox. Next, remove the data plate by removal of the two data plate
retaining screws as shown. Now remove the burner from the assem-
bly by releasing the two screws through the tray legs. The tray is now
free, and may be lifted away.
The three radiant panels are factory fitted and should not need to be
removed. If, however it is necessary to remove or replace the panels,
then this procedure is described later, in the ‘Servicing’ section of this
instruction manual.
Apply the self adhesive sealing strips to the back of the fireframe to
give a continuous seal.
Knockout holes are provided in the rear and sides of the firebox for
use where concealed pipework is required. Where necessary, knock
out the appropriate hole with a sharp tap from a hammer, and fit the
rubber grommet supplied. A small incision can now be made in the
rubber to slip snugly around the outside of the pipe and sleeving. Do
not install or use the appliance without the seals in place. If a hole
is inadvertently opened, reseal with an intact grommet. Failure to fit
the seal correctly will cause flue suction to act upon the area under
the burner, resulting in poor performance and intermittent cutting out of the burner.
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Shelf retaining screws located
each side of burner
Removable shelf
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PREPARING THE OPENING
Before installing the fire, check the flue using a smoke pellet. All of the smoke should travel up the flue and
exit correctly from the terminal. If problems are found, DO NOT fit the fire until corrective action is com-
pleted.
Protect the decorative hearth whilst pushing the firebox in and out of the opening. Part of the packaging will
make an ideal hearth saver pad.
Before running the gas supply into the opening, offer up the firebox to the fireplace to check the fit is good.
Ensure that it slides in correctly, the sealing face sits flat and square to the wall or infill panel, and that the
base is firm on the floor of the opening as no leaks are permissible here. At this stage it is essential to ensure
that the spigot outlet of the firebox is not restricted in any way. Remove the firebox and take any necessary
measurements before making good and preparing for final installation.
CABLE FIXING. For fixing of the fire by the cable method, see the relevant section. The cable fixing locations
should be marked on the back of the opening and the holes drilled. Fit the fibre rawlplugs and eyebolts to
these holes. Note: Plastic rawlplugs are NOT suitable for this application.
SCREW FIXING. For fixing by screw, mark and drill the firebox base, and the relevant points in the opening
or on the wall. Rawlplugs will again be required. Pre-punched holes are not provided for this purpose to allow
you to choose the optimum positions. Do not screw fix via the appliance frame as the screwheads will
be visible on the completed installation. The appliance frame is an integral part of the firebox.
GAS SUPPLY. Following preparation for the fixing method, the concealed gas supply, where required, can
now be put into place. Refer to the gas supply section for suggested pipe routes. The ends of the sleeving
in which the gas pipe is run should be sealed. The ends of the 8mm supply pipe should be temporarily sealed
to prevent the ingress of debris during fixing.
GAS SUPPLY ROUTING
When the opening is ready for installation of the fire, the gas supply can be routed as shown in the diagram
below.
This appliance has been designed for a concealed gas pipe supply routing,
however if an over the hearth type supply routing is unavoidable then this
may be achieved by drilling a 10mm diameter hole at the base of the appli-
ance frame in the position detailed to the right. The supply can then enter
the appliance using the left or right hand knock out entry points.
IMPORTANT - A rubber grommet must always be used to seal
the firebox.
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15mm
10mm
10mm dia.
Gas valve inlet position
Over hearth routing (if necessary)
Rubber
Grommet
Firebox
Fireplace
Opening
Suggested Supply routes
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GAS SUPPLY ROUTING (continued)
The gas pipe must be suitably protected where it passes through fireplace openings. An isolator cock or
restrictor elbow must be fitted to the incoming supply to facilitate servicing. Any sleeving should be sealed
to the pipe at its ends. The open end of the supply pipe should be sealed temporarily during the installa-
tion of the firebox to prevent the ingress of dirt and dust.
FITTING THE FIREBOX
The firebox may be fitted to the opening by using screw fixing or by the cable kit as described in the rele-
vant section. Leave the polythene coating in place until fitting procedures are complete to eliminate any
risk of scratching the decorative finish.
To fit the firebox, firstly check the fire goes fully back into the opening. Secure the fire box by drilling and
screwing down the frame or base of the firebox, or use the cable fixing method.
INSTALLATION BY CABLE FIXING KIT
If this method is to be adopted then an extra 30mm fitting
depth should be allowed for fitting depth for the firebox
becomes a recommended 240mm.
Drill the four holes for the rawl plugs, as shown in the dia-
gram. If the fireplace configuration does not allow the exact
layout given, the eyebolts should be positioned as close to
the correct layout as possible.
Before finally fitting cables, ensure the self adhesive sealing
strips are in position on the back of the appliance frame. The
fireframe must be sealed evenly to the fireplace opening all
around the periphery.
Thread the tensioning cables through the holes in the top of the
firebox, then the eyelets, and finally through the lower holes in
the back of the firebox, as shown in the photographs.
Note: The burner tray MUST be removed as per relevant sec-
tion to gain access to the cable adjusters.
Push the appliance back into to fireplace, centralise, and pull the
loose tensioning cables through the holes into the firebox.
Thread the tensioner bolts onto the cables, with the nuts screwed
down close to the tensioner head.
Slide the screwed nipple onto the cable, pull cable tight, and
tighten nipple.
The tension of the cable may now be adjusted by using a suitable
spanner on the tensioner nuts to pull the appliance tightly
against the fireplace opening. Visually inspect the seal and reseat
if necessary.
Note: DO NOT cut off excess cable. Surplus cable must not be
cut off, as it will be impossible to refit the fire after servicing. Coil
up the surplus cable, and locate at rear of firebox.
Note : If running a concealed gas supply, ensure grommets are secure around
incoming pipes.
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A. 200mm
B. 350mm
C. 60mm
Dimension
can be +/-
10mm
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B
C
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