Faber VASKA C11 User manual

installation guide
gas -fireplace
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VASKA C11
Saturnus 8 NL-8448 CC Heerenveen
Postbus 219 NL-8440 AE Heerenveen
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DESCRIPTION OF THE FIREPLACE CONTENTS
1. FOREWORD 2
2. INTRODUCTION 3
3. SAFETY INTRUCTIONS 5
4. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7
4.1 Gas connection 7
4.2 Preparing placing of the appliance 7
5. PLACING OF THE APPLIANCE 8
6. DIRECT-VENT SYSTEM 10
6.1 Duct 10
6.2 Maximum flue length 10
6.3 Connection options 11
6.4 Preparing to install the Direct-vent system 13
6.5 Installing the Direct-vent system 14
7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 17
7.1 Cleaning the glass 17
7.2 Care of the coated parts and ceramics 17
7.3 Care of the soapstone 17
7.4 Burner and control block 18
7.5 Gas control 19
8. FAULTS 20
9. DISPOSAL OF THE PACKAGING AND THE APPLIANCE 21
APPENDIX 1 TECHNIcal DATA 22
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1. Door
2. Window
3. Handle
4. Wood blocks
5. Inspection screen
TECHNICAL DATA
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457
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ø100/ø150
6. Control block
7. Bottom plate
8. Burner
9. Pilot burner
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2. INTRODUCTION
The Direct-vent appliance are designed for installation in living areas
and are only to be used in combination with the Faber Direct-vent
system. The special Direct-vent connections allow you to install the
inserts in well-sealed living areas or areas that were insulated after
construction.
The appliance has a sealed combustion chamber and should be
installed as a sealed appliance. The flue gases are drawn outside by
the natural draught of the apparatus itself with a combination intake
and exhaust. This same natural draught draws in the air needed for
combustion. This system of concentric pipes can be equipped with a
wall or roof vent outlet. To maintain the proper natural draught,
there must be a minimum of one meter of concentric pipe above the
appliance before the wall or roof outlet.
The protective device comes into operation if the concentration of
carbon dioxide in the combustion air supply becomes too high (more
than 2% CO2 . This can happen if the chimney has insufficient
draught. If the protective device comes into operation regularly, you
should consult your installer.
The wall vent unit, roof vent unit, pipes and elbows are packed
individually and shipped complete with a clip binding equipped with
a ring seal. Use the special (fax form to order these items.
In special cases or if you are in doubt, we will be happy to do the
calculation for you.
1. FOREWORD
This appliance is supplied with instructions for use and installation.
The instructions for use are intended for the consumer and besides
information about the use of your appliance, the booklet also
includes advice on safety and maintenance.
In compiling the installation instructions, it has been assumed that
the appliance will be installed by a qualified gas-fitter who is familiar
with both national and local regulations
This booklet first handles the installation of the appliance, and then
considers the possibilities and the installation of the Direct-vent
system. It will not always be possible to install the appliance in that
order; constructional circumstances could require that the Direct-vent
system be installed before the appliance. We therefore advise you to
first read the book thoroughly before installing the appliance and the
Direct-vent system.
Please keep this book safely for future use.

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3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety and genera information.
Before installation, ensure that the local distribution conditions
(identification of the type gas and pressure and the adjustment of
the appliance are compatible.
This gas appliance is factory set and shall not be adjusted by the
installer.
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It is the law in the UK that aallllgas appliances, are installed by a
competent person in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and
Use Regulations (As amended , the relevant British Standards for
Installation work, Building Regulations, Codes of Practice and the
manufacturers instructions.
The installation should also be carried out in accordance with the
following where relevant;
BS8303 BS5871 Part1
BS5440 Parts 1&2 BS715
BS6891 BS1251
Building Regulations and Standards issued as relevant by the
Department of the Environment or the Scottish Development Department.
In the Republic of Ireland installation should be carried out in
accordance with IS813, ICP3, IS327, Building Regulations, Codes of
Practice, the manufacturers instructions and any other rules in force.
Failure to comply with the above could leave the installer liable to
prosecution and invalidate the appliance warranty.
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The vent system and the opening must conform to local codes.
This is a closed device in a framed-in space, a device without a fan
and with a chimney loss of more than 17% (not condensed .
The natural draught makes it necessary that the intake and exhaust
are at the same pressure. This requirement is automatically satisfied
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4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
4.1 GAS CONNECTION
A G3/8" gas connection should be made with a (CE approved G1/2"
stopcock in the supply pipe, in the chimney.
Be sure that the controls do not get twisted during connection. Avoid
tension on the controls and the gas line.
Once the gas is connected, check all fittings for leaks.
4.2 PREPARING THE APPLIANCE
Note! The appliance can be installed first and then the Direct-vent
system. However, certain constructional circumstances could make it
necessary to install (part of the Direct-vent system first.
Please refer to section 7.5: “Installing the Direct-vent system”.
If you use an existing flue:
- you must ensure that you install the special chimney vent unit
before you install the appliance;
- The underside of any decorative beams in the mantle must be
insulated with non-flammable material (e.g. Nobranda to prevent
the beam from becoming too hot due to the rising heat and the
heat emitted from the convection openings.
Note:
Since the appliance is a source of heat, circulation of air occurs.
Therefore it is of importance that you do not use the appliance shortly
after a renovation of the home. Because of the natural circulation of
air, moist and volatile components from paint, building materials,
carpet etc. will be attracted. These components can settle themselves
down onto cold surfaces in the form of soot.
As on all heat producing appliances, soft furnishings such as blown
vinyl wallpaper placed too near to the appliance may become scorched
or discoloured. This should be born in mind when installing the
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5. PLACING THE APPLIANCE
If you intend to fit a wall-mounted fireplace, please read the
applicable installation instructions first. The fireplace should be fitted
before connecting the Direct-vent system.
Position the appliance in the proper place.
Connect the Direct-vent system.
Place the concentric pipes in the connector at the rear of the
appliance, if you are using wall or roof venting. If you wish to install
the Direct-vent appliance first, you can also use a fitting piece for the
connection between the Direct-vent appliance and the Direct-vent
system. This fitting piece should be ordered separately.
If you are using an existing chimney, you should first draw the
flexible inner pipe (ø 100 mm with the outer pipe through the
chimney connector plate and then fasten it to the Direct-vent
appliances flue gas exhaust using a clamping strip. You can then
push the outer pipe into the combustion air intake pipe.
Connect the appliance to the gas supply.The appliance is fitted with a
pressure regulator.
Check all the gas connections for leaks. Use soapy water and/or a
gas-leak detector.
Using the clamp, fit the thermostat sensor supplied in a cool place
close to the appliance - on the skirting board, for example.
5.1 LOG SET
The fireplace door can be opened by first loosening the screw in the
door handle, on the left-hand side of the window, then lifting the
handle itself (see fig. 1 .
Place the log set.
Note! To ensure proper burning, the log set may only be arranged
according to the instructions provided by Faber International (see fig.
2 . Other placement can cause soot.
Before arranging the log set, scatter the bag of embers over the
burner. Place the longest log on the far right of the firebox, with its
end resting on the support in the middle. Place the shorter log on
the left, with its end resting against that of the first log, in the
middle of the burner zone. Place the final log diagonally over the
first two, with one end at the foot of the right-hand log and the
other around the middle of the left-hand one.
Close the door after arranging the log set.
fig. 2 log set
fig. 1 opening the door

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6.3 CONNECTION OPTIONS
The Direct-vent system can be connected in the following ways:
1 through the wall, with or without a horizontal run;
2 through the roof, with or without a horizontal run;
3 through an existing chimney.
6.3.1 Wall venting with no horizontal run
If the wall vent passes directly through the wall to the
outside after a minimum of 1 meter of vertical extension
pipe above the appliance, additional calculation is not
needed. In this case, the maximum vertical pipe length is 10
meters.
6.3.2 Wall venting with horizontal run
First make a drawing. Calculate the horizontal pipe length
and the total length of the supply pipe needed.
Note! All bends are added to the horizontal length.
6.3.3 Roof venting without bends
If there is a vertical exhaust without any bends:
the maximum height measured from the top of the
Direct-vent Built-in Gas Appliance is 12 meters. No additional
calculation is required.
Use the order form to find the correct roof vent unit.
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6. DIRECT-VENT SYSTEM
6.1 DUCT
The Direct-vent system has standard sizes for its intake and exhaust
pipes. Non-standard sizes are not permitted. The diameter of the flue
gas exhaust pipe is 100 mm. The diameter of the concentric air intake
pipe is 150 mm.
When installing the system in an existing chimney, this means using
a ø 100 mm flue gas vent pipe (for example a flexible stainless steel
pipe . The chimney intake must be at least ø 150 mm.
6.2 MAXIMUM FLUE LENGTH
The maximum resistance determines the pipe length permitted.
The maximum pipe length permitted is 12 meters. A maximum of 8
meters of this length may be horizontal. All bends are included as
part of the horizontal length.
- A 90-degree bend corresponds to 2 meters of pipe.
- A 45-degree bend corresponds to 1 meter of pipe.
Remember that you must have at least 1 meter of vertical vent pipe
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The chimney itself is used for the air supply. The flexible piping
serves as the flue. It is therefore essential that the chimney is sealed
at both the top and bottom.
The flat plate and chimney connector set are used for this (see
Installing the vent in an existing chimney duct .
6.4 PREPARING TO INSTALL THE DIRECT-VENT SYSTEM
Select one of the Direct-vent connection options. See the Chapter on
Direct-vent Connection Options.
Take the following items into consideration:
Assemble the concentric pipe starting at the appliance.
If architectural conditions dictate that you first build in part of the
pipe system, be sure to use the correct mounting method.
The appliance starts with a contra-section (female ; the first section
of pipe must have the male end inserted into this female end, etc.
When properly installed, the blue rubber ring is visible inside the
pipe when viewed from above.
If you wish to install (part of the vent system before installing the
appliance, it is handy to use a special fitting piece for connecting the
vent pipe to the Direct-vent Built-in appliance (see the order form .
Expansion and contraction of the concentric pipes can cause them to
become loose. We recommend that after installing the clips, you
secure the clips on inaccessible sections of the concentric pipes with
a self-tapping screw.
Maintain a distance of at least 5 cm between the concentric pipes
and the wall or ceiling. The outside of the pipe can reach a
temperature of 140 °C. Provide sufficient insulation in wall or ceiling
openings to accommodate such temperatures.
6.3.4 Roof vent with 2 45-degree bends
One meter of vertical vent pipe is always required first. Then
a passage with two 45-degree bends is permitted up to the
maximum length of 12 meters. The roof vent unit is not
included in this calculation.
Note! All bends are to be included when calculating the
horizontal length.
6.3.5 Roof vent with horizontal bend
First make a drawing. Calculate the horizontal pipe length
and the total length of the supply pipe needed. One meter
of vertical vent pipe is always required first.
Note! All bends are added to the horizontal length.
6.3.6 Venting through an existing chimney
For intake/exhaust through an existing chimney, the
following conditions must be satisfied.
1. The maximum total length is 12 meters.
2. The minimum opening required is 15 x 15 cm.
3. The flue must be clean and airtight.
4. A bend is permitted, but you must add 2 meters to the
horizontal length for two 45-degree bends.
5. Use the correct accessories: roof vent unit, flat plate,
chimney flashing set and mantle iron, if required
(see the order form .
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7. Connect the roof vent unit to the vertical pipes.
You can install the vent pipe before installing the appliance and
make the connection to the vent opening on the appliance with a
fitting piece.
6.5.4 Installing the vent pipes in an existing chimney
Always be sure to clean the existing chimney and be sure that the
chimney is at least 15 x 15 cm. For the flue, high-quality, ø 100 mm
stainless steel flexible pipe should be used, e.g. 316L or equivalent.
Place the roof vent unit on the template, mark it, and
then use the template to cut the roof opening to the
correct size.
Note! You will use the sawed off outer and inner pipe to
connect the MV 48 to the hood. Be sure that you have
sawed off at least 50 cm of outer pipe and 40 cm of
inner pipe.
Connect the stainless steel flexible pipe to the roof vent
unit. Smear the connection pipe in the roof vent unit
with silicon sealer, insert the flexible pipe and secure it
with the clip.
Now, using the flat plate, permanently attach the roof vent unit to
the chimney.
Adjust the chimney vent set to fit the chimney vent pipe in the flue
and secure it (see the accompanying instructions . Ensure that the
connection is airtight.
6.5 INSTALLING THE DIRECT-VENT SYSTEM
6.5.1 Connecting the appliance
Install the concentric pipes in the connector on the device and shove
them into place. The built-in silicone seal ring ensures an airtight fit
for the flue gas vent. Securing the special clips ensures that no
inside air will be drawn into the appliance.
Assemble the concentric pipes starting at the appliance.
Note! afterwards the pipes will be inaccessible.
6.5.3 Installing the roof vent unit
A roof vent unit may pass through any point of the roof, possibly
with a bend to the ridge. Ensure that the opening satisfies local code
requirements.
The roof vent unit can be purchased with either a flat plate for a flat
roof or a universally adjustable roof vent unit for a sloped roof.
1 Determine the location of the appliance and the opening.
2 Cut a ø 153 mm opening for the vent unit.
3 Place the appliance in position, ensuring that it cannot settle any
lower, in the floor covering, e.g.
4 Now connect the vertical pipe to the opening in the appliance.
Press it in place and secure it with the clip. The silicone rings
ensure a good seal in the flue gas vent pipe.
5 Determine the length of the roof vent pipes so that the flat plate
or the universal roof vent's flange can fit snugly against the roof.
6 Saw the outer pipe to the proper length.
Note! The inner pipe must stick out 2 cm under the outer pipe to
guarantee an airtight connection.
1. vent
2.flat plate
3.clamping strip
4.flexible pipe
5. chimney connector plate
6. rubber grommet
7. outer pipe
8. Direct-vent appliance

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7. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The appliance must be cleaned and checked annually by an
authorized installer. This applies for the Direct-vent system as wel.
Check that:
- the gas supply, combustion chamber and flue gas vent systems are
all airtight;
- the regulator and the thermocouple circuit function properly and
that the burner ignites properly.
Clean (if necessary :
- the pilot system;
- the burner;
- the combustion chamber;
- the flue gas exhaust.
7.1 CLEANING THE GLASS
Depending on the intensity of use, a layer may in time form on the
glass. This layer can be removed with a special glass cleaner or
ceramic cook-top cleaner. Follow the instructions on the package. We
advise you to have the appliance cleaned by an authorised installer.
An improperly working flue and logs in the wrong positions will
cause the glass to become dirtier.
7.2 CARE OF THE COATED PARTS AND CERAMICS
Polish the coated finish with a soft duster. Remove any stains using
a damp cloth or lukewarm water once the fireplace has cooled down.
Never use scouring agents, petrol, paraffin or other solvents to clean
the fireplace.
7.3 CARE OF THE SOAPSTONE
Use soap and water to remove any dirt or grease from the soapstone
(remove the stones from the fireplace first . Minor scratches can be
removed using fine sandpaper (240 grey waterproof .
Shove the sawed off outer pipe into the chimney vent unit through
the rubber ring.
Now position the device with the sawed off inner pipe attached.
Now the flexible stainless steel pipe can be connected to the sawed
off inner pipe of the Direct-vent Built-in Gas Appliance.
Make this connection airtight by securing the stainless steel pipe with
the ring clip.
Place the outer pipe in position and shove it into the flue gas
exhaust outlet of the Direct-vent Built-in Gas Appliance. Secure the
pipe with the clamp.