Esse 39 Portrait User guide
Wall-mounted Gas Fires
39 Portrait
INSTALLATION,USER & SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
(TO BE LEFT WITH THE CUSTOMER)
UK & IRELAND
UK
IE
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CONTENTS
Important Notes
Page 2
Commissioning the Heater
Page 16
Technical Information
Page 4
Customer Briefing
Page 25
Dimensions
Page 5
Commissioning Checklist
Page 26
Installation
Page 6
Servicing Instructions
Page 26
IMPORTANT NOTES
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. It
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mm
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heat
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e.
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e
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t
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e
n
s
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e
that the
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n
t
i
f
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a
t
i
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n
o
f
the type
o
f
gas a
n
d
p
r
e
ss
u
r
e
and the
a
d
j
u
s
t
m
e
n
t
o
f
the heater are
c
o
m
p
a
t
i
b
l
e
.
R
e
f
e
r
to the d ata label
, visible when the front is removed (See fig 2).
If
the heater
i
s
to be
used for
Propane,
the M8 a
e
r
a
t
i
o
n
screw
s
h
o
u
l
d
be
f
i
tt
e
d
.
If
the heater
i
s
t
o
be used for Butane, or
Butane/Propane
m
i
x
or
N
a
t
u
r
a
l
Gas
t
h
i
s
ae
r
a
t
i
o
n
screw
MUST NOT BE F
I
TT
E
D
(
F
i
g
6B).
This heater has either a
m
a
n
u
a
ll
y
c
o
n
t
r
o
ll
e
d
gas
v
a
l
v
e
w
h
i
c
h
can be
a
d
j
u
s
t
e
d
by the
c
o
n
t
r
o
l
k
n
o
b
on the
f
r
o
n
t
o
f
the
gas
v
a
l
v
e
,
l
o
c
a
t
e
d
on the
l
o
w
e
r
r
i
g
h
t
hand
s
i
d
e
o
f
the heater
b
e
h
i
n
d
the
f
r
o
n
t
p
a
n
e
l
or a remote controlled
valve operated via a handset.
When the heater is specified for the corner configuration, it is available with a
remote gas valve only.
T
h
i
s
heater
i
n
c
o
r
p
o
r
a
t
e
s
a
c
o
m
b
u
s
t
i
o
n
m
o
n
i
t
o
r
i
n
g
system
(ODS).
It
must
not be
a
d
j
u
s
t
e
d
or put
o
u
t
o
f
o
p
e
r
a
t
i
o
n.
If
r
e
p
l
a
c
e
d
then
m
a
n
u
f
a
c
t
u
r
e
r
s
o
r
i
g
i
n
a
l
p
a
r
t
s
must
be
u
s
e
d
.
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The heater
i
s
d
e
s
i
g
n
e
d
to
fit
v
a
r
i
o
u
s
types
o
f
s
i
t
u
a
t
i
o
n
s
as
li
s
t
e
d
i
n
the
I
n
s
t
a
ll
a
t
i
o
n
R
e
q
u
i
r
e
m
e
n
t
s
.
T
h
i
s
heater
must
be
i
n
s
t
a
ll
e
d
i
n
a
cc
o
r
d
a
n
c
e
w
i
t
h
these
i
n
s
t
r
u
c
t
i
o
n
s
and
w
i
t
h
the
r
u
l
e
s
i
n
f
o
r
c
e
and
o
n
l
y
used
i
n
a
s
u
ff
i
c
i
e
n
t
l
y
v
e
n
t
il
a
t
e
d
space.
A
m
i
n
i
m
u
m
o
f
100cm2
p
u
r
p
o
s
e
p
r
o
v
i
d
e
d
v
e
n
t
il
a
t
i
o
n
i
s
r
e
q
u
i
r
e
d
f
o
r
t
h
i
s
a
pp
li
a
n
c
e
.
An
o
p
e
n
a
b
l
e
w
i
n
d
o
w
or
e
q
u
i
v
a
l
e
n
t
i
s
a
l
s
o
r
e
q
u
i
r
e
d
.
The heater
must
be
i
n
s
t
a
ll
e
d
by a
competent
p
e
r
s
o
n
i
n
a
cc
o
r
d
a
n
c
e
w
i
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h
Gas
S
a
f
e
t
y (
I
n
s
t
a
ll
a
t
i
o
n
a
n
d
Use)
R
e
g
u
l
a
t
i
o
n
s
1998 or
r
u
l
e
s
i
n
f
o
r
c
e
.
I
n
p
a
r
t
i
c
u
l
a
r
,
as
the
gas
s
u
pp
l
y
p
i
p
e
may
w
e
ll
be
c
o
n
c
ea
l
e
d
w
i
t
h
i
n
a
w
a
ll
,
a
tt
e
n
t
i
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n
i
s
drawn to
r
e
g
u
l
a
t
i
o
n
19
‘
E
n
c
l
o
s
e
d
P
i
p
e
s
’
.
It
i
s
s
t
r
o
n
g
l
y
r
e
c
o
mm
e
n
d
e
d
t
h
a
t
a GAS SAFE
r
e
g
i
s
t
e
r
e
d
e
n
g
i
n
ee
r
i
s
used
f
o
r
t
h
i
s
p
u
r
p
o
s
e
,
as
they are the
o
n
l
y
p
e
r
s
o
n
s
approved
by
t
h
e
HSE under the above
r
e
g
u
l
a
t
i
o
n
s
.
On
i
n
i
t
i
a
l
li
g
h
t
up
o
f
a new heater, the
‘
n
e
w
n
e
ss
’
will
burn
off
w
i
t
h
i
n
the
f
i
r
s
t
f
e
w
hours
o
f
o
p
e
r
a
t
i
o
n.
D
u
r
i
n
g
t
h
i
s
p
e
r
i
o
d
some smoke
may be
e
m
i
tt
e
d
f
r
o
m
the
o
u
t
l
e
t
g
r
ill
e
,
t
h
i
s s
h
o
u
l
d
be no
cause
f
o
r
concern.
A
cc
o
r
d
i
n
g
l
y
,
the room
s
h
o
u
l
d
be
w
e
ll
v
e
n
t
il
a
t
e
d
w
i
t
h
a
ll
w
i
n
d
o
w
s
and
d
oo
r
s
open
d
u
r
i
n
g
t
h
i
s
p
e
r
i
o
d
.
All
s
u
r
f
a
c
e
s
except the
c
o
n
t
r
o
l
s
are
c
o
n
s
i
d
e
r
e
d
to be
w
o
r
k
i
n
g
s
u
r
f
a
c
e
s
.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
GAS
NATURAL GAS
(G20)
PROPANE
(G31)
LPG
Butane (G30)/Propane (G31)
GATEGORY
I2H
I3P
I3B/P (30)
HEAT INPUT (GROSS)
MAX
2.4Kw
2.4kW
2.4kW
HEAT INPUT (GROSS)
MIN
1.1Kw
1.5kW
1.5kW
SUPPLY PRESSURE
20 mbar
37mbar
30mbar
BURNER PRESSURE
HIGH
18.2mbar
±0.5mbar
36.4mbar ±0.5mbar
29.0mbar ±1.0mbar
BURNER PRESSURE
LOW
4.5mbar -0 mbar
+ 1 mbar
13.0mbar ±0.5mbar
10.0mbar ±0.5mbar
INJECTOR SIZE
3/150
7/70
7/70
GAS CONNECTION
8mm O.D. Tube
8mm O.D. Tube
8mm O.D. Tube
GAS CONSUMPTION
(HIGH)
0.21m³/h
0.09m³/h
0.069m³/h
OXYPILOT
SEAGAS NG P488
SEAGAS LPG 496
SEAGAS LPG 496
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DIMENSIONS
Fig 1
All measurements are in MM. Sizes are approximate only, variations may occur in manufacture.
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INSTALLATION
This heater is designed to be wall mounted. The wall should be reasonably flat and of a
sufficient size to accommodate the heater (see Fig 1). If the appliance is to be sited near
a disused natural draught flue, it is recommended that the old flue should be partially
sealed off to prevent draughts however some ventilation will be required to prevent
condensation.
ROOM SIZING
The room size should be a minimum of 30m³ (e.g. 12’x12’x7’6”) to allow adequate
circulation of air and ensure the correct operation of the heater. This volume may
include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door.
SITE REQUIREMENTS
This heater may be installed in any room in a home: however there are exception and
the heater may not be used in bedrooms, bathrooms or shower rooms. Additionally for
LPG, the heater must not be used in cellars or basements.
Installations in living rooms and conservatories are popular, other rooms such as
kitchens, dining rooms and hallways are permitted, providing a suitable gas supply is
available, and the room sizing and ventilation requirements are adhered to.
The heater is designed to be versatile, and as such will operate correctly when exposed
to normal gentle draughts experienced within the home. It is not recommended,
however that the heater be installed in areas where it is likely to be exposed to
persistent strong draught, that may be generated by outside doors, windows or air
vents. It is recommended that the heater should not be installed within 1m of any air
vent.
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CLEARANCES TO NON-COMBUSTIBLES
Non-combustible surfaces are defined as brick, metal, marble, concrete etc., and also a
number of man-made materials impervious to flame. If in doubt refer to the material
manufacturer for further information, beforeproceedingwith installation.
Itis recommended that there is atleast400mm (16”) clearance above theoutlet grille.
Minimum clearance
from the bottom of the outer frame to the floor must be 90mm
(3.5”).
Clearance to the sides of the heater
is 50mm (2”), however, clear and easy access to the
controls located on the lower right hand side of the
heater behind the front panel on
the right hand side must be allowed for, and we would therefore
recommend that at
least 100mm (4”) be allowed.
Clearance to the front of the heater is 500mm (2ft). Care
must be taken that no brickwork
or other incombustible material protrudes into the area immediately
around the base
of the heater or area underneath the heater in a way that is likely to affect natural airflow
into or around the heater.
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
Combustible materials are defined as wood, fabrics, or other materials likely to combust
if exposed to flame. Generally, any material, which is likely to discolour, melt or misshape
when exposed to moderate
heat, should be considered as a combustible material of
surface. Any fire surround or shelf to be used in conjunction withthis heatershould be
ratedat a minimum of100°C otherwise discolourationor smells may
occur. If in doubt
refer to the shelf manufacturer.
Minimum clearance from the bottom of the outer frame to the floor must be 90mm
(3.5”).
If fitting the heater with optional floor stand or in the corner
configuration with optional floor stand see figures 4 & 5A for heights.
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The heater may be mounted directly onto a combustible wall.
Clearanceto the sides of theheateris 100mm (4”) but curtains, drapes and other fabrics are
not permitted
within a distance of 500mm (20”) of the heater sides. No such materials
are permitted directly above the
heater regardless of distance.
Clearancetothefront oftheheateris1000mm (39in).
Theminimum clearanceto the ceiling above thetop of theouter grillemust beat least1067mm
(42”)
A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the heater, providing that it
complies with the
dimensions given below
Under no circumstances must any electrical device (e.g. Flat Screen T.V.)
be wall mounted above this fire.
The shelf depth may be increased up to a maximum of 457mm (18”) but the height must also
be increased
accordingly. An increase in height of 25mm is required for every 12.5mm of
additional shelf depth. For shelves that are too low, protective devices can be used such
as metal heat deflectors, but it must be assured that the shelf does not reach an
unacceptable temperature before relying on such a solution.
Maximum depth of shelf
Minimum distance from top of
outlet grille to underside of shelf
75mm (3 inches)
305mm (12 inches)
150mm (6 inches)
457mm (18 inches)
457mm (18 inches)
1067mm (42 inches)
As with all heating appliances, any decorations, soft furnishings, and all coverings (i.e.
flock, blown vinyl
and embossed paper) positioned too close to the heater may discolour
or scorch.
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VENTILATION
A minimum of 100cm² purposely provided ventilation is required for this heater. An
openable window of equivalent is also required. The requirements of any other flued
appliance operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when
assessing ventilation.
Any ventilation fitted must comply with BS 5871 and BS 5440 part 2. Ventilation fitted
under, or within immediate vicinity of the heater must not be used as it may adversely
affect performance of the ODS system.
For Republic of Ireland, see relevant rules in force and I.S.813.
SECURING THE HEATER TO THE WALL
Select a suitable site for the heater.
Remove the glass frame securing nuts and remove the glass frame complete, by tilting
the base of the frame out and lifting upwards. Store the glass frame and nuts
somewhere safe.
Remove thewall plate from the heater body (4 xM5 nuts)(Fig.2).
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Fig2
Fig 3: Wall pate fixing dimensions. For corner configuration see fig 5B
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Mark the position of the four Wall Fixing Points using the wall plate as a template.
Drilland plug the wall with suitable wallplugs. Secure the wall plate to the wall using suitable
screwsensuring
the wall plate is level. Secure the heater body to the wall plate using the
M5 nuts and washers provided.
Fig 4: Dimensions for fitting the heater with the option floor stand.
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FITTING THE HEATER IN THE CORNER CONFIGURATION
The bracket needs to be mounted 298mm off the ground to the bottom bracket edge.
The top two wall fixing points should be at 842mm of the ground. Ensure both left and
right rear edges of the bracket are equal distance apart from the centre of the corner.
Fig 5A: Corner bracket fitment.
Fig 5B: Corner bracket fitment
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Fig 5C: Corner heater wall plate
Fig 5D: Corner side to side adjustment.
Use the screws and nuts provided to fix the heater on to the bracket. Adjust the heater
by sliding it to the left or right to position it in the centre of the corner (particularly for a
non 90 degree corner) before tightening the screws.
When fitting in the corner configuration ensure rocker switch is turned
to on ( I ) when fitting the heater body to the wall plate (Fig 6C)
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GAS CONNECTION
The gas inlet connection is located on the gas valve underneath the heater at the right
hand side.
The gas supply may connect to the heater over the surface of the wall or by
concealed connection below the heater.
Concealed pipes should not be routed through
walls without being protected by sleeving or conduit. No more than 2.5m of 8mm
diameter pipe must be used to avoid unnecessary pressure drops.
An isolation tap should be provided on the gas inlet to the heater.
If a concealed gas connection is to be made, thesupply pipe should always be sleeved
through walls and
floors using the shortest possible route.
Fig 6A Manual Valve Fig 6B Aeration Screw
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Fig 6C Remote valve
Fig 6D Remote valve
Ensure rocker switch is turned
to on ( I ) when fitting the
heater body to the wall plate
Combination control
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FITTING THE VERMICULITE GRANULES
Pour the vermiculite granules into the burner. Fill the burner completely to the top as
shown in figure 2.
Do not overfill the vermiculite over the top of the burner in the area of the pilot flame.
Replace the glass frame andsecure using the 2
nuts previous removed.
Under no circumstances should the heater
be operated with the glass
frame removed or the glass damaged or without the vermiculite granules.
COMMISSIONING THE HEATER
MANUAL BURNER
The heater is fitted with a pilot light, which is also an oxygen depletion sensor (O.D.S),
piezo spark, and
flame sensing device. The control is located behind the front panel on
the right hand side of the heater. The pilot light is located at the right hand end of the
burner.
Should the heater be extinguished for any reason wait 3 minutes before re-ignition is
attempted.
To check the outlet pressure, pull the
controlvalveplasticcoverforwardandremoveit
(Fig.6A).Slackenthepressuretestpointsealingscrewand
connect a suitable pressure
gauge to the pressure test point (Fig.6A).
LIGHTING THE PILOT (Fig 7)
Depress control knob fully. Whilst depressed turn knob slowly anti-clockwise to ‘PILOT’
setting.
A click will be heard and the spark should light the pilot, repeat until pilot is visibly lit. The
operation of the
spark can be viewed on the pilot assembly at the right hand end of the
burner.
Keep knob depressed at this point for 10 - 15 seconds and release the knob slowly.
Preferably the pilot should
be left to stabilise for approximately 5 minutes before igniting
the burner.
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HIGH SETTING (Fig 7)
If the pilot is not already lit, light the pilot as described above.
With control knob at ‘PILOT’setting, depress and turn anti-clockwise to the ‘HIGH’
setting and release
the knob. After a few seconds the burner will light on high setting.
Check that the high burner pressure is in accordance with that given in the TECHNICAL
INFORMATION section. The pressure is factory set and should not require adjustment but
if necessary adjust the HIGH
FLAME SCREW (Fig.6A).
LOW SETTING (Fig 7)
If the heater is not already lit on the ‘HIGH’setting, ignite the heater and set to the ‘HIGH’
setting as describedabove.
Turn the control knob until the ‘LOW’setting is reached.
Check that the LOW burner pressure is in
accordance with that is given in the
TECHNICAL INFORMATION section. The pressure is factory set and shouldnotrequire
adjustmentbut if necessaryadjust theLOW FLAME SCREW (Fig.6A).
TURNING THE HEATER OFF (Fig 7)
Fromany heatsetting, depress the controlknob fully
and turn clockwise to ‘PILOT’
position.
Disconnect the pressure gauge, tighten the
pressure test point sealing
screw and test for gas
soundness. Replace the control valve plastic cover.
TURNING THE PILOT OFF (Fig 7)
From any heat setting or the ‘PILOT’position,
depress the control knob fully and turn
clockwise to ‘OFF’position.
Fig 7: Manual gas valve
PILOT
LOW
HIGH
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REMOTE CONTROL BURNER
The heater is fitted with a pilot light, which is also an oxygen depletion sensor (O.D.S),
piezo spark, and
flame sensing device. The control is located behind the front panel on
the right hand side of the heater. The pilot light is located at the right hand end of the
burner.
Should the heater be extinguished for any reason wait 3 minutes before re-ignition is
attempted.
To check pressures, with the outer glass or steel panel removed, slacken the pressure
test points sealing screws and connect a suitable pressure gauge to the pressure test
points (Fig 6D).
BATTERY FITMENT
Insert the supplied 9V battery in the handset and the four supplied 1.5V AA batteries in
the receiver as shown in Fig 8A & 8B
Fig 8A Handset battery fitment
Fig 8B Receiver battery placement
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SETTING THE ELECTRONICS CODE
The heater comes with the handset and receiver already paired as part of our in house
quality checks. If the handset does need to be paired, please follow the instructions
below.
Fig 9A Remote Handset
Fig 9B Receiver
A code is selected automatically for all Mertik Maxitrol electronics from among 65000
random codes available. The receiver has to learn the code of the handset.
Press and hold the receivers reset button until you hear two beeps. The first beep is
short and the second beep is long. After the second beep, release the reset button.
Within the subsequent 20 seconds, press the small flame button on the handset until
you hear two additional short beeps confirming the code is set. If you hear one long
beep then this indicates the code learning sequence has failed or the wiring is incorrect.
This is a one-time setting only and is not required after changing the
batteries in the handset or receiver.
Reset button
Small flame button
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When lighting the burner with the remote control, if the ON/OFF switch
is not turned on (fig 6C) the unit will issue one long continuous beep.
Fig 9C:
Locate the Receiver box in the bracket
underneath the heater frame on the
left hand side
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