Excalibur xtra User manual

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SECTION ONE
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 alteration that is 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 could 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 avacuum
is used for cleaning the coals or cleaning after servicing / installation it is recommended that it
be of the type fitted with aHEPA 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 Excalibur Xtra is a decorative fuel effect appliance with a radiant heat conserver box for
improved efficiency.
The Excalibur Xtra is available in two versions Natural Gas or LPG (Propane Gas Only). The
markings (G20 for natural gas or G31 for propane) on the packaging and the data badge specify
the gas for which the appliance has been factory set. Note: These appliances should only be
used on the appropriate gas specified. They are not suitable for conversion from one gas
to the other.
The Excalibur Xtra should be installed and serviced by a competent person Le. CORGI-
registered, in accordance with the current Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998
(as amended).
The chimney or flue (unless new) must be swept before installation if it has been used for solid
fuel or oil.
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The Excalibur Xtra incorporates a high level control which links to a single gas control,which
selects ignition pilot,and main burner low and high settings. Also an aeration control behind the
ash pan cover on Nat gas model which works with a pull and push knob allowing the adjustment
of the flame picture.
The Excalibur Xtra incorporates a safety device in the form of an Oxygen Depletion System,
which constantly monitors the oxygen in the room and will cause the fire to switch off if the
oxygen level reduces, for instance due to insufficient ventilation or a blocked flue.
If this repeatedly occurs do not attempt to relight the appliance until a qualified engineer has
checked it, the problem may not be due to lack of air or a defective flue.
Warning:-This appliance has a naked flame, has with all such fires it is recommended that a
fireguard should be used for the protection of children, the elderly and infirm. Fireguards should
conform to BS 6539 (1984) (Fireguards for use with solid fuel appliances).
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The full lighting procedure is as follows:-
a.Push slide control lever down,as far as possible a clicking noise will be heard and
the pilot will light,HOLD DOWN FIRMLY FOR ABOUT 20 SECONDS.
b. Allow the lever to spring up the pilot light should remain alight and the main burner
should light on its low setting.
c. Should the pilot fail to light, pull the lever fully up to turn off the appliance, wait 3
minutes and repeat the procedure (a &b). If the pilot does not light and no clicking
noise is heard replace the battery and try again.
d.After lighting the pilot flame and the main burner on its low setting the control lever
may be lifted until slight resistance is felt, this will put the burner on its high setting.
e. To completely extinguish the fire, pull the lever up past the resistance to its fullest
extent.
f. The fire may be operated on either its low or high setting.
g.It is recommended that the appliance is operated on its high setting for a short
period before adjusting to the low setting.
h.BEFORE REQUESTING HELP SHOULD THE FIRE FAIL TO LIGHT, ENSURE A
NEW BATTERY IS FITTED
Note: If the ignition does not operate fit a new 9V battery (PP3/MN1602) to the ignition unit,
located behind the fret adjacent to the gas inlet pipe, and repeat ignition procedure prior to
reporting a fault.
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SECTION THREE
Warning: -Before you clean any part of the appliance ensure that the appliance is turned off
and cool.
CLEANING: DECORATIVE TRIM
• The finish of the trim is coated with a high temperature lacquer,it can be wipe with a soft,
clean,dry,cloth only.
• The trim should be removed for cleaning. The fret should be removed before removing the
trim,which is held in place by four magnetic strips.
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 COALS
Important: - Refer to the Heath Safety Notice located on page 3of this
booklet before cleaning or replacing any refractory material.
The coals are delicate and they should be handled with great care.
The loose coals may be removed for cleaning. They can be brushed very gently with a soft
brush to remove dust or any deposits.
Care should be taken to avoid contact with the refractory lining, this is a delicate surface and
should not be wiped or rubbed.
A vacuum cleaner may only be used after all the loose coals have been removed.
SECTION FOUR
It is important that all the coals and moulded shapes are positioned as shown in these
instructions.
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SECTION FOUR Coal layout continued
COAL BED LAYOUT
Important:- Refer to the Heath & Safety Notice located on page 3 of this booklet before
laying or replacing any refractory material.
The coals are delicate and they should be handled with great care.
It is important that all the coals and moulded shapes are positioned as shown in these
instructions.
USE ONL Y THE COALS PROVIDED AND NO ADDITIONAL COALS MUST ADDED.
Lay the 3 remaining oblong coals on the front support the
rough side should face forward. Ensure that the left and right
hand coals are located such that they are flush with the ends of
the front coal support as shown.
Fit front matrix into burner slot as shown ensuring that it fits
into the slot formed in the metalwork and is full pushed home.
Fig.4x
Ensure the rear coal matrix is located into the stop.
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SECTION FOUR Coal layout continued
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Position a row of 5 square coals, with the flat face down, so
that they sit on top of the oblong coals and rest against the
front matrix as shown.
With the flat face pointing downwards, lay a row of 4 square
coals immediately behind the front row bridging the gaps in
the front coal matrix.
Lay 5 square coals, with the flat face pointing down,
immediately behind the previous row bridging the space in
the rear coal matrix.
With the flat face pointing downwards lay the final row of 4
coals so that they bridge the spaces formed by the previous
row of coals. They should sit against the top projection of
the rear coal matrix but not on top.

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The only user removable parts are: -
• The loose coals
• The left hand front coal shape
• The right hand front coal shape
• The base coal matrix
• Cast Fret
• Decorative Trim
Like all appliances incorporating an aerated burner a low frequency noise may be heard,
particularly on the low setting, this is quite normal and does not affect the operation of the
appliance.
Servicing
It is advised that the Excalibur Xtra fire is serviced annually this is more likely to provide trouble-
free operation. A competent person must carry this out, i.e. CORGI Registered Installer in
accordance with the current Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 (as amended).
The chimney or flue should be checked annually to ensure clearance of combustion products.
Ventilation in the United Kingdom
This appliance does not normally require purpose-built ventilation but if for any special reason
purpose-built ventilation is provided it should be checked periodically to ensure freedom from
obstruction.
Ventilation in the Republic of Ireland
Must be permanent ventilation and must comply with the rules in force and should be checked
periodically to ensure freedom from obstruction.
General Appliance Care
Any debris from the chimney or flue should be removed from the coal bed. The fire should be
allowed to cool for three to four hours before removing debris.
Rubbish must not be thrown onto the coal bed under any circumstances. The cast fire front
must be positioned in front of the fire whilst it is burning.
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