Faber VASKA C11 User manual

user manual
gas-fireplace
40 010 458
01.51
VASKA C11
Saturnus 8 NL-8448 CC Heerenveen
Postbus 219 NL-8440 AE Heerenveen
T. [phone]
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CONTENTS
1. FOREWORD GB 2
2. INTRODUCTION GB 3
3. SAFETY INTRUCTIONS GB 4
4. PREPARING THE APPLIANCE FOR USE GB 6
4.1 Opening the door GB 6
4.2 Placing of the wood set GB 6
4.3 Fuel GB 7
4.4 Operation of the appliance GB 7
4.5 Lighting/extinguishing the pilot flame GB 8
4.6 When the pilot flame goes off GB 8
4.7 Lighting/extinguishing the burner GB 9
5. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE GB 10
5.1 Cleaning the glass GB 10
5.2 Care of the coated parts and ceramics GB 10
5.3 Care of the soapstone GB 10
6. FAULTS GB 11
7. DISPOSAL OF THE PACKAGING AND THE APPLIANCE GB 12
DESCRIPTION OF THE FIREPLACE
1. Door
2. Window
3. Handle
4. Wood blocks
5. Inspection screen
TECHNICAL DATA
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1130
463
457
205
ø100/ø150
6. Control block
7. Bottom plate
8. Burner
9. Pilot burner

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2. INTRODUCTION
In addition to information about setting-up the appliance, its
operation and maintenance, these instructions for use also contain
advice about its safe use. By reading this manual you will quickly
become familiar with the operation and use of the appliance
The Direct vent built-in appliances are designed for installation in
living areas. 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 Vaska C11 is equipped with a series 9000 SIT OXYPILOT. This
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.
1. FOREWORD
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Faber International
appliance. You have made an excellent choice. A Faber product is a
guarantee of years of burning comfort. Faber combines durable
materials with balanced techniques.
The Vaska C11 is a Direct vent appliance. Thanks to the Direct-vent
connection, the appliance can be installed in a draughtproof or fill-
insulated house
Read the manual carefully before using your appliance and then keep
the manual in a safe place.
Warranty: Be sure to keep both you warranty certificate and your
receipt. Please quote the serial number when making service
requests. This number can be found on the data plate on the inside
of the door

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3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
If a Gas eak is found or suspected turn off the gas supp y at the
meter and contact your insta er or gas emergency service.
These instructions shou d be read carefu y and retained for future
reference.
The chimney must be tested to ensure that it functions properly.
The regulator and thermostat circuit must also be checked and a test
must be performed to see that the appliance ignites properly.
Have the flue swept each year before winter arrives. Check that it is
working correctly before use.
Never place flammable material or rubbish on the burner or log set.
Do not place curtains, clothing, laundry, furniture or other flammable
materials nearby the appliance. The required minimum distance is 100
cm.
The appliance has been designed for heating purposes. This means
that all surfaces, including the glass, can become very warm (over
100 degrees An exception to this are the control buttons.
IMPORTANT
A suitable Fireguard conforming to Nation Regulations should be used
with this appliance to protect children, the elderly or infirm. Care
should also be taken with pets.
In your own interest and that of safety, all gas appliances must be
installed by competent persons. Installation must be in accordance
with National Regulations. CORGI registered installers are required to
work to recognised standards
If the glass pane is broken, it should be replaced before the
appliance is turned on.
The VASKA C11 is available for use with natural gas and should not
be converted for use with another type of gas.
The construction of the appliance must not be modified.
The appliance may only be repaired using original parts.
We recommend that you burn the appliance at its highest setting for
a few hours after installing it, ensuring that there is good ventilation,
so that the protective coating inside the appliance has a chance to
evaporate.
We also recommend that you completely clean the front glass after
burning the appliance the first week.
Provide sufficient insulation between the appliance and a natural
stone fireplace.
Please bear in mind that the inspection screen must remain
removable for servicing purposes.
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
appliance.

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4. PREPARING THE APPLIANCE FOR
USE
4.1. OPENING THE DOOR
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
4.2 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.
4.3 FUEL
The burner of this appliance is only suitable for natural gas.
You can see what the burner is set to on the identification plate. The
identification plate can be found on the backside of the door.
4.4 CONTROLLING THE APPLIANCE
The control block is located on the right-hand side of the fireplace.
Control knob B is a thermostat; you can set the burner to a setting
between o and fully on. The thermostat ensures a constant ambient
temperature.
You can set the burner to between o and fully on using slide control
C. This determines the minimum height of the flames.
There are three possibilities:
1. Set slide control C to setting o and control knob B to a setting
between 1 and 7. When the appliance has reached the
temperature set, it will go out; and when the temperature is too
low for the setting chosen, the appliance will start to burn.
2. Turn control knob B past setting |. Regulate the height of the
flames using slide control C. The flames will burn constantly at this
height.
3. Set the minimum height of the flames to between settings 1 and 7
using the slide and the control knob. If the temperature falls
below this setting, then the fireplace will heat up more. The flames
will then rise slightly higher
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7
fig. 3 control block
AB C
fig. 1 opening the door
fig. 2 log set

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4.7 LIGHTING/EXTINGUISHING THE BURNER
Starting the burner
Turn control knob B to setting 1. The burner will light. The
temperature can be set by turning the knob to the desired setting
between 1 and 7, setting 7 giving the highest temperature
The slide control can only be used when control knob B has been
turned past the |.
Moving the slide control upwards causes the burner to light. The
further upwards the slide control is set, the higher the flames..
Turning off the burner
The thermostatically controlled tap is switched off by setting the
control knob B to the left of 1. You can now set the slide control.
The slide control is switched off by sliding it downwards to the {
setting.
When control knob B is turned to the |setting, only the pilot light
continues to burn. Both burners are out.
When control knob B is turned to the |setting, only the pilot light
continues to burn. Both burners are out.
4.5 LIGHTING/EXTINGUISHING THE PILOT FLAME
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Turn control knob B to setting |and push it in. Push knob A in a
few times in succession until the pilot flame is ignited by a spark.
You now hear a tick. Once the pilot flame is alight, keep the knob
pushed in for another 30 seconds. The pilot flame will now stay
alight.
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Turn the knob to |, press it in and turn it to the right to
the {setting.
4.6 WHEN THE PILOT FLAME GOES OFF
WWaarrnniinngg!!When the pilot flame goes out, for whatever reason, you
should wait at least 5 minutes before trying to turn it on again
Possible causes of extinction of the pilot flame are:
- operating error
- interference of the security, caused by a bad chimney functioning;
- failure in the pilot flame system;
Contact your installer when the appliance goes off regularly..

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6. FAULTS5. 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.
5.1 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.
5.2 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
5.3 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 .
PROBLEM
Appliance will not light or
goes out.
Poor flame distribution.
SOLUTION
- Venting
- Check that the gas tap is
open and check the gas
line to see if it is dirty.
- Clean the burner carefully
with a vacuum cleaner.
- Check the thermocouple
circuit.
- Direct-vent system is not
closed. Contact your
installer.
- Arrange the log set
properly.
- Clean the burner carefully
with a vacuum cleaner. Be
careful not to damage the
burner with the sharp
edges of the vacuum
cleaner.
CAUSE
- Air in supply pipe (after
appliance has been out of
operation ..
- Insufficient gas pressure.
- The pilot flame is dirty.
- The thermocouple contact
does not engage properly.
- The oxypilot feature is
activated.
- The logs are not positioned
properly
- The burner is quite dirty
because of ash from
combustible materials has
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7. DISPOSAL OF THE PACKAGING AND
THE APPLIANCE
The appliance packaging is recyclable. The packaging could include
the following materials:
- cardboard;
- CFC-free foam (soft ;
- wood;
- plastic;
- paper.
These materials should be disposed responsibly and in conformity
with government regulations.
Information on how to responsibly dispose of discarded appliances
can be obtained from the local authorities.