Flavel Sophia Simline BF Mounting instructions

Sophia Slimline
BF
BALANCED FLUE LOG EFFECT GAS FIRE
Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions
Hand these instructions to the user
Model No’s FSBL**RN is only for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a
supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
** denotes cosmetic variant

Information Requirements for Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1188
Model Identifier FSBL**RN
Indirect Heating Functionality No
Direct Heat Output 4.3kW
Indirect Heat Output Not Applicable
Fuel NG (G20)
NOx Emissions 130mg/kWh
Nominal Heat Output 4.3kW
Minimum Heat Output (Indicative) 1.3kW
Useful Efficiency at Nominal Heat Output 87.2%
Useful Efficiency at Minimum Heat Output 50.0%
(Indicative)
Auxilliary electrical power consumption at 0.0000008kW
nominal heat output
Auxilliary electrical power consumption at 0.0000008kW
heat output
Auxilliary electrical power consumption at 0.0000008kW
standby mode
Permanent pilot flame requirement 0.213kW
Type of heat output / room temperature With electronic room temperature
control plus day timer.
Contact Details BFM Europe Ltd.
Gordon Banks Drive
Trentham Lakes North
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 4TJ
Tel : [phone]

CONTENTS
PAGE
Section 1 Information and Requirements
1.0 Appliance Information 3
1.1 Conditions of Installation 4
1.2 Fireplace surround & suitability 4
1.3 Flue Terminal Position 5
1.4 Shelf position 6
1.5 Hearths 6
Section 2 Installation of Fire
2.1 Unpacking the fire 6
2.2 Fireplace opening 7-8
2.3 Preparation of the wall 8-9
2.4 Preparation of the flue hole 9
2.5 Installation of the gas supply 10
2.6 Preparation of the flue duct 11
2.7 Securing the firebox to the opening 12-13
2.8 Installing the “Sophia” surround 14-15
2.9 Making the gas connection / pressure testing 16
2.10 Fitting the batteries 16
2.11 Removal & refitting of the glass frame 17-19
2.12 Fitting the terminal guard 19
2.13 Removal & refitting of the burner assembly 20-21
Section 3 Assembling Fuel Bed and Commissioning
3.1 Fitting the log fuel bed 22-26
3.2 Lighting the appliance 27-30
3.3 Fitting the handset wall bracket 31
3.4 Instructing the user / product handover 31
Section 4 Maintenance
4.1 Removal of the burner assembly 32
4.2 Removal of the gas valve 32
4.3 Removal of the pilot assembly 33
4.4 Replacement of handset batteries 33
4.5 Replacement of the batteries in the fire 33
4.6 Removal of the control board / receiver unit 33
4.7 Parts shortlist 34
Section 5 User Instructions
5.1 Conditions of Installation 42
5.2 About your new fire 43
5.3 Operating the fire 44-49
5.4 Removal / re-fitting the glass frame assembly 50-52
5.5 Removal / replacement of the fuel-bed 53-56
5.6 Cleaning the fire 57-58
5.7 User replaceable parts 58
5.8 Removing / replacing the batteries 58
This appliance is manufactured by :-
BFM Europe Ltd, Trentham Lakes,
Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4TJ.
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SECTION 1
INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS
1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION
Model FSBL**RN
** denotes cosmetic variant of product
Gas Type G20
Main injector (1 off) Size 1.70mm
Pilot Type Black Technigas “Polidoro” G27.2
Max. Gross Heat Input : 5.5 kW
Min. Gross Heat Input : 2.5 kW
Gas Rate : 0.511 m3/hr
Cold Pressure : 20.0 +/-1.0 mbar
Electrode Spark Gap 4.0mm
Packed Weight 80.5kg
Gas Connection : 8mm Compression (supplied with fire)
Fig. 1
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Efficiency Declaration
The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in
BS EN 613 : 2001 and the result after conversion to Gross using the
appropriate factor from Table 4 of SAP 2009 is 78%. The test data from which it
has been calculated has been certified by BSI. The efficiency value may be used
in the U Government’s Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating
of dwellings.
1.1 CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION
It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a GAS SAFE Registered
Installer, in accordance with these installation instructions and the Gas Safety
(Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 as amended. Failure to install appliances
correctly could lead to prosecution. It is in your own interest and that of safety to
comply with the law.
The installation must also be in accordance with all relevant parts of the Local and
National Building Regulations where appropriate, the Building Regulations
(Scotland Consolidation) issued by the Scottish Development Department, and all
applicable requirements of the following British Standard Code of Practice.
1. B.S. 5871 Part 1 Installation of Gas Fires
2. B.S. 6891 Installation of Gas Pipework
3. B.S. 5440 Parts 1 & 2 Installation of Flues and Ventilation
4. I.S 813 : 1996 Domestic Gas Installation, issued by the National Standards
Authority of Ireland.
1.2 FIREPLACE / SURROUND SUITABILITY
The fire must only be installed with the surround supplied it must not be installed
directly onto carpet or other combustible floor materials.
If a heating appliance is fitted directly against a wall combustible material must be
removed from behind it. Soft wall coverings such as blown vinyl, wall paper etc.
could be affected by the rising hot air and scorching and/or discoloration may
result. Due consideration should be made to this when installing or decorating.
This product can only be installed with the surround design supplied by the
manufacturer or designs which meet the criteria as required by BFM Europe.
For further details of specification requirements please contact BFM Europe
Technical Service.
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1.3 FLUE TERMINAL POSITION
The minimum acceptable dimensions from the flue terminal to obstructions
and ventilation openings are shown below and listed in the table
It is important that the position of the flue allows the free passage of air
across it at all times. The minimum acceptable space from the flue terminal
to obstructions and ventilation openings are specified below (figure 2).
Fig. 2
DIMENSION TERMINAL POSITION MINIMUM DIMENSION
A Directly below an opening, air brick, 300mm (12in)
opening window
B Above an opening, air brick, 300mm (12in)
opening window
C Horizontally to an opening, air brick, 300mm (12in)
opening window etc.
D Below gutters, soil pipes or drain pipes 300mm (12in)
E Below eaves 300mm (12in)
F Below balconies or car port roof 600mm (12in)
G From a vertical drain pipe or soil pipe 300mm (12in)
H From an internal or external corner 600mm (24in)
I Above ground roof or balcony level 300mm (12in)
J From a surface facing the terminal 600mm (24in)
From a terminal facing the terminal 600mm (24in)
L From an opening in the car port 1200m (48in)
M Vertically from a terminal on the same wall 1500mm(59in)
N Horizontally from a terminal on the 300mm (12in)
same Wall
O NOT APPLICABLE N/A
P NOT APPLICABLE N/A
Q NOT APPLICABLE N/A
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1.4 SHELF POSITION
This fire must not be fitted below combustible shelf materials.
1.5 HEARTHS
This appliance must only be installed with the Flavel Sophia Slimline hearth panel
or an alternative item as dimensionally approved by BFM Europe.
SECTION 2
INSTALLATION OF FIRE
2.1 UNPAC ING THE FIRE
Carefully lift the fire out of the carton. Remove the loose item packaging carefully
from the front of the appliance. Check the contents as listed :-
Packing Check List - All Models
Pack 1 of 2 - Combustion Chamber Pack
1 off Combustion chamber & glass frame assembly
1 off Boxed ceramic fuel-bed set (packed inside combustion chamber)
1 off Wall plate
1 off Flue terminal / pipe unit
1 off Flue terminal guard (packed inside combustion chamber)
1 off Installation / user book (combined)
1 off Guarantee card
1 off Front grill (painted)
1 off Loose items pack – containing :- 1 off standard fixing kit
1 off 9V PP3 battery
4 off AA batteries
1 off thermostatic remote handset
wall bracket and fixings
4 off 8mm rawlpugs & fixing screws
1 off length of foil tape 500mm
4 off 8mm nylon plugs
4 off 30mm wood screws
2 off surround securing brackets
Pack 2 of 2 - Sophia Surround 1 off glass removal tool
1 off Hearth 1 off L/H leg
1 off Shelf 1 off R/H leg
1 off Top infill 1 off Shelf infill section
1 off Firebox / burner assembly 2 off Side infill sections
1 off Bottom infill section 2 off shelf brackets
2 off Shelf infill brackets 2 off Leg brackets
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2.2 FIRE PLACE OPENING
2.2.1 The front opening of the fire place must be between 750 and 840mm
wide and between 1025mm and 1050mm high. If the opening exceeds
these dimensions then a surround must be constructed from suitable
non-combustible material to produce a suitable sized opening. Any
surround must be suitably sealed to the fire place to prevent leakage.
See figure 3 below.
Fig. 3
2.2.2 The minimum / maximum sized distances between the firebox mounting
flange and outside wall are shown below and overpage in figure 4 & 5.
Fig. 4
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750mm minimum,
840mm maximum
Fire Opening
1025mm minimum,
1050mm maximum
Minimum Flat
Sealing Area
10mm
Minimum Installation
Depth 254mm
Maximum Installation Depth
554mm
Level of bottom of
hearth panel /
firebox

Fig. 5
2.3 PREPARATION OF THE WALL
2.3.1 The appliance and flue pipes must be installed at right angles to the
mounting wall. The appliance itself should be installed vertically against
a flat wall. Where an uneven wall surface is found, appropriate action
should be taken to ensure that the appliance is not stressed or does not
distort when installed.
2.3.2 Ensure that the floor surface onto which the appliance is mounted onto
is flat. The minimum height from the floor to the centre of the flue is
shown on figure 6 overpage.
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746mm 154mm
Outer Wall
938mm Including
Firebox Flanges
300mm
Cavity
Flue Terminal

Fig. 6
2.4 PREPARATION OF THE FLUE HOLE
2.4.1 Mark the position of the centre of the flue on the inner wall.
2.4.2 Cut hole for outer flue pipe. There are two possible methods to achieve
this, either core drill or via hammer and chisel.
2.4.3 To core drill, proceed as follows :-
Drill a pilot hole through the wall, in position as specified in figure 6.
Using a 6” core drill, drill the flue hole.
To Hammer and chisel, proceed as follows :-
Mark the position of the centre of the flue pipe as specified in figure 6.
Mark the position of the hole around this point.
Chisel out the area as marked on the wall.
2.4.4 We then recommend that a cardboard cylinder is placed around the flue
pipe and inserted in the chiselled out hole whilst making good.
NOTE :- If the appliance is to be installed into a building under
construction, it is recommended that a non-corrosive metal
tube of 6” diameter be inserted into the position of the hole.
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150mm diameter
870mm

2.5 INSTALLATION OF THE GAS SUPPLY
2.5.1 Before installing the firebox, decide from which side or if a rear
connection to the gas supply is required. Plan the pipe run to enter the
firebox from the left, right or rear and connect to the inlet elbow. See
below :-
2.5.2 If concealed pipe work is required plan the pipe run to enter the fire box
through the opening in the rear of the fire box and connect to the inlet
elbow. See section 2.13 for burner removal to obtain access to the inlet
elbow cover plate. See figure 7 & 8 below for a suggested concealed
pipe layout.
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
Note : Before breaking into the gas supply a pressure drop test should be
carried out to establish that the existing pipework is sound.
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Firebox
Fireplace
Gas Supply
Firebox
Approx.
525mm Fireplace
Gas Supply
Approx.
100mm

2.6 PREPARATION OF THE FLUE DUCT
2.6.1 Place the firebox into the fire opening with fire surround correctly
secured in the final position. From the outside of the house measure
from the face of the outside wall to the rear panel of the firebox through
the flue hole. Cut the flue duct to this size.
IMPORTANT : ENSURE THE PIPES ARE CUT SQUARELY.
2.6.2 The joint between the firebox and the flue duct as shown below in figure
9 must be secured with screws and sealed with the foil tape as
supplied. In order to do this, the wall plate must removed from the flue
pipe / termination.
Fig. 9
2.6.3 Due to the varying lengths of flue that will be required via differing
installations it will be necessary to drill the flue pipe using the 3 off holes
in the mounting flange on the rear of the combustion chamber as a
guide for positioning. When the holes have been drilled and the screws
fitted, wrap the joint with the foil tape supplied.
2.6.4 Re-fit the wall plate ensuring the outer set of holes as indicated above
in figure 9 are used. Use a high temperature sealant to secure the wall
plate to the outside wall of the property before securing with the screws
and rawlplugs supplied to ensure a mechanical fix.
Lug as shown
should be fitted
uppermost
Wall Plate
Flue
Termination / Pipe
Use the outer set of holes to
secure the wall plate to the
flue pipe / termination
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2.7 SECURING OF FIREBOX TO THE OPENING
2.7.1 There is a choice of methods of fixing the firebox that are provided to
enable the installer to deal with any type of installation. The preferred
method of fixing the appliance is the cable fixing method, which is
described in detail in the following section.
2.7.2 If the standard firebox fixing flange is to be used, the firebox may be
secured using the cable method, but in installations where the cable
method is not suitable, e.g.insufficient space behind the firebox, or
loose masonry, the firebox can be fitted directly to either the front of the
fireplace via the flange with the four off screws provided. The firebox will
require sealing to the fireplace, regardless of the method used.
2.7.3 To secure the fire using the preferred cable method, proceed as follows
below :-
2.7.4 Mark out and drill 4 off No 14 6mm holes in the rear face of the fire
opening in the positions as shown in figure 10 below.
Fig. 10
2.7.5 Fit the wall plugs provided and screw the fixing eyes securely into the
rear of the fire opening. Remove the glass frame and burner assembly
as detailed in section 2.11 / 2.13.
2.7.6 Uncoil the two fire fixing cables and thread one end of the each of the
cables through the ears in the top of the fire box lid, and through each
fixing eye at the top. (Removing the top closure plate may improve
access). Thread both cables through the fixing eye’s at the bottom,
then the holes at the bottom of the firebox.
2.7.7 Thread the cables through the rear of the firebox, insert the flue pipe /
terminal through the hole in the rear of the opening and offer the firebox
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640mm
1000mm
40mm
400mm

up to the fireplace.
2.7.8 Thread a tensioning screw over both of the cables and ensure that the
tensioning nut is screwed fully up against the hexagon shoulder of the
tensioning screw (this provides maximum travel for the tensioning nut).
2.7.9 Fit a screwed nipple on to each of the cables and pull hand tight up
against the tensioning screw, then secure each nipple with a
screwdriver.
2.7.10 Before making the final gas connection, thoroughly purge the gas
supply pipework to remove all foreign matter, otherwise serious
damage may be caused to the gas control valve on the fire.
Failure to purge the gas supply will invalidate the guarantee.
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2.8 INSTALLING THE SOPHIA SURROUND
2.8.1 Unpack the surround from the wooden crate, check all parts are present
as per figure 11 overpage and carefully store the components.
2.8.2 The underside of the hearth should be painted with a weak PVA (8 parts
water to 1 part PVA). This will prevent staining penetrating through the
stone. The hearth must be centered to the opening. If the fireplace is
to be installed on a chimney breast ensure that the opening is also
centered to the chimney breast. It is essential that the hearth is
completely level. The hearth must be bedded down on bonding or an
equivalent material. Avoid cement based products and ensure the
hearth is firmly fitted and well supported. Allow the bedding material to
set before any weight is placed onto the hearth. Wipe off any surplus
bonding material with a wet sponge.
2.8.3 Fit brackets to top of legs, offer leg up to wall and mark position of fixing
hole on wall, use shelf to ensure legs are correctly spaced / positioned.
Remove shelf then cover hearth with dust sheet and drill the fixing
holes. Remove the brackets from the legs, fix the side infills into place
with suitable adhesive and secure the leg fixing brackets only to the
wall. Fit legs to brackets that have been securely attached to the wall
with fixings as detailed in 2.8.4
2.8.4 Assess the wall onto which the fire is to be installed and ensure
that it is of sound construction and suitable for supporting the
weight of the surround. Fixings used to secure the leg brackets to
the masonry of the chimney breast shall be of expansive stainless
steel or galvanised steel type masonary fixings for dense concrete
blockwork or brickwork. Where fixings are located into light
weight blockwork or friable aggregrate blocks, the fixings shall be
of the resin anchor type.
2.8.5 Fix the shelf top infill section and shelf infill into place again utilising the
same procedure as for the legs, i.e. mark positions, drill holes to suit,
remove brackets and secure brackets to wall with suitable fixings as
detailed in 2.8.4.
2.8.6 Fit shelf top section into place ensuring it is correctly centered, mark the
position of holes for securing brackets on wall, remove shelf and drill
wall and insert fixings in accordance with 2.8.4, these brackets can be
recessed if required.
2.8.7 Once the fireplace is correctly installed, grout all of the joints including
between the fireplace and the wall with a water based cream mastic or
tile grout. Ensure all surplus grout is immediately removed by washing
the stonework using a sponge and clean water. Ensure all surplus grout
is immediately removed by washing the stonework using a sponge and
clean water.
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2.8 - Fig. 11 - Sophia Surround
Contents of Sophia Surround :-
1 off Hearth
1 off Shelf
1 off Top infill
1 off Firebox / burner assembly
1 off Bottom infill section
1 off L/H leg
1 off R/H leg
1 off Shelf infill section
1 off L/H infill section
1 off R/H infill section
2 off Shelf brackets
2 off Leg brackets
2 off Shelf infill securing brackets
Shelf Top Section
L/H Leg
R/H Leg
Hearth Panel
Top Infill Section
Shelf Infill Section
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R/H Infill Section
L/H Infill Section
Shelf Securings BracketsLeg Securings Brackets
Shelf Infill Securing Brackets
Bottom Infill Section

2.9 MA ING THE GAS CONNECTION / PRESSURE TESTING
THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR USE ON A GAS SUPPLY WITH
A GOVERNED METER.
2.9.1 The gas connection should be made to the appliance inlet elbow to
using 8mm rigid tubing.
2.9.2 Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a
manometer.
2.9.3 Fit the batteries as per section 2.10, turn on the main gas supply and
carry out a gas tightness test. Light the fire (see section 3.2 for
instructions).
2.9.4 Check that the gas pressure is 20.0 mbar (+/- 1.0mbar) 8.0 in w.g.(+/-
0.4 in w.g.). Turn off the fire, remove the manometer and refit the
pressure test point screw. Check the pressure test point screw for gas
tightness with the appliance turned on using a suitable leak detection
fluid or detector.
2.10 FITTING THE BATTERIES.
2.10.1 The product is supplied with a battery pack that is positioned at the front
left hand side of the fire as shown below in figure 12
2.10.2 Locate the battery pack by lifting away the lower infill, remove the screw
that holds the cover onto it and fit the 4 off AA sized batteries supplied
in the loose items pack.
Fig. 12
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2.11 REMOVING & REFITTING OF THE GLASS FRAME.
2.11.1 Remove the glass panel by firstly removing the lower infill panel, and
black trim, then affixing the glass clamp to the glass panel as shown
below in figure 13 (Images shown with surround installed, please install
firebox before surround).
Fig. 13
2.11.2 Remove 5 off screws which hold the lower retaining bracket in
position. Remove the 4 off glass frame retaining screws as shown in
figure 14 below. (Images shown with surround installed, please install
firebox before surround).
Fig. 14
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Glass
retaining
screws

2.11.3 Unhook the glass panel from the top retaining channel by lifting
upwards then tilt the top edge of the glass assembly towards you as
shown below in figure 15 (sectional view shown through product for
clarity).
Fig. 15
2.11.4 Remove the glass frame assembly by dropping down, sliding to the left
until the right hand edge of the glass frame can be released from
behind the right hand leg of the surround as shown below in figure 16
and overpage in figure 17 (Images shown with surround installed,
please install firebox before surround).
Fig. 16
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Fig. 17
2.11.5 Store the glass frame assembly in a safe place.
2.11.6 Re-assemble in reverse order when re-fitting the glass assembly.
Ensure that the glass assembly is correctly located on the top
flange of the combustion chamber, this can be achieved by putting
your hand onto the top edge of the glass frame inside the
convection air aperture and pushing down firmly to check the
glass frame is correctly located.
DO NOT OPERATE THE FIRE WITHOUT THE GLASS FRAME
ASSEMBLY IN POSITION OR NOT CORRECTLY LOCATED.
2.12 FITTING THE TERMINAL GUARD
2.12.1 With the flue terminal in position, place the terminal guard over the top
of the flue terminal and mark the position of the holes on the outer wall.
2.12.2 Remove the terminal guard and drill the 4 off 6 mm holes.
2.12.3 Insert the raw plugs into the drilled holes, replace the terminal guard
over the top of the flue terminal and attach to the wall using the No.12 x
40mm screws provided with the terminal guard.
NOTE : In England & Wales, building regulations require that a terminal guard should be
fitted if the terminal could come into contact with people near the building or be
subject to damage. BFM Europe Ltd. also recommend the fitting of a flue terminal
guard where regulations do not demand that it be fitted. A suitable flue terminal
guard is supplied with the appliance.
1:5
R/H edge of glass frame
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