Focal Point REFLECTION User guide

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Fuel Effect Gas Fire
INSTALLATION, SSERVICING AAND
USER IINSTRUCTIONS
All iinstructions mmust bbehhanded ttotthe uuser ffor ssafekeeping
Revision A 10/03
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INSTTALLATTION IINSTTRUCTTIONS
PPrelimminnary NNotes BBefore IInnstallationn
This appliance is an inset live fuel effect gas fire that provides radiant warmth.
The fire is designed to fit into a purpose made builder’s opening, and use natu-
ral draught flues as listed in the Installation Requirements.
The appliance must be installed by a competent person in accordance with
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. It is strongly recommended
that a CORGI registered engineer be used for this purpose.
Read all these instructions before commencing installation.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and only
used in a sufficiently ventilated space.
This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the pressure
stated on the appliance data plate.

IMPORTANT NNOTES
This fire is an inset live fuel effect gas fire providing radiant warmth. It is designed to operate on natural gas only.
It is the LAW that all gas appliances and fittings are installed by a competent person (such as a CORGI registered
fitter) and in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British
Standards for Installation, Codes of Practice and in accordance with the Manufacturers’ Instructions. The
installation shall also be carried out in accordance with the following regulations:
The Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, the Building Standards (Scotland)
(Consolidation) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department.
BS 5871 part 2
BS 5440 part 1
BS 8303
BS 1251
BS 6891
BS 6461 part 1
BS 5482 part 1
Failure ttoccomplyywwith tthese rregulations ccould llead ttopproseccution aand ddeem tthe wwarrantyy
invalid.
This aapplianccemmust bbeiinstalled iinaaccccordanccewwith tthe rrules iinfforcceaand uused oonlyyiinaa
sufficcientlyyvventilated sspacce.
Consult aall iinstrucctions bbefore iinstallation aand uuse ooftthis aappliancce.
This aappliancceiisffree ffrom aanyyaasbestos mmaterial. RRefracctories aand ffuel bbed aare cconstruccted
from cceramiccffibre.
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Important Notes
Appliance Data
Installation Requirements
Site Requirements
Ventilation
Unpacking the Appliance
Component Checklist
Preparing the Appliance
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Preparing the Opening
Gas Supply
Fitting the Firebox
Cable Fixing
Gas Connection
Fuel Bed Layout
Fitting the frame
Testing & Commissioning
Servicing
Troubleshooting Guide
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Note - FFor RRepubliccoofIIreland, rreferencce
sshould bbemmade ttotthe rrelevant sstandardss
ggoverninggiinsstallation, pparticcularly iinrreggard
to fflue ssizinggaand vventilation. SSee IIS813,
ICP3, IIS3277aand aany oother rrulessiinfforcce.
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INSTALLATION RREQUIREMENTS
This appliance MUST NOT be installed into a room containing a bath or shower, or where steam may be
present. The fire has been designed to fit into a pupose made builders’ opening meeting certain dimensional
requirements.
The flue must have an effective height of at least three meters, as measured from the base of the opening to the
top of the flue. Any flue damper plates or restrictors should be removed and no other restriction fitted to the flue.
Where removal is not practical, the restriction must be fixed in the fully open position.
A natural draught flue system is required, and if previously used for solid fuel or oil burning, the flue and chimney
must be swept prior to appliance installation. The flue must be checked before installation by using a smoke pel-
let or similar to ensure proper draw and that leakage is not evident at any joints. Repair and re-test as necessary
before the appliance is installed.
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APPLIANCE DDATA Manual Control Versions
Log Version Glass and Pebble Version
Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H
Inlet Pressure 20 mbar 20 mbar
Max Energy Input (gross) 6.8 kW 6.8 kW
Min Energy Input (gross) 3.5 kW 4 kW
Pilot Energy Input (gross) 166 W 166 W
Setting Pressure - High (cold) 16.25 mbar (+/- 0.75mbar) 16.25mbar (+/- 0.75mbar)
Setting Pressure - High (hot) 16.5 mbar (+/- 0.75mbar) 16.25mbar (+/- 0.75mbar)
Setting Pressure - Low (hot) 5.5 mbar (+/- 0.5mbar) 6.5mbar (+/- 0.5mbar)
Main Injector Burner Bray cat. 82/440 Bray cat. 82/440
Gas Inlet Connection 8mm compression 8mm compression
Ignition Integral Piezo spark Integral Piezo spark
Spark Gap 3.5 to 4.5mm 3.5 to 4.5mm
Weight ?? Kg ?? Kg
Please see Data Badge affixed to appliance for current data.
This aappliancceiisffor uuse oonlyywwith tthe ggas ttyype, aand aattthe ppressure sstated oontthe aappliancce
Data BBadge, aand iisffor ddeccorative ppurposes.
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‘B’
‘C’
A. Opening height:
615mm Min. / 710mm Max.
B. Opening width:
785mm Min/865mm Max.
C. Opening depth: 350 mm
Min.
D. This area must be flat and ver-
tical to ensure a good seal.
E. Height to hearth: 135mm Min.
F. This area to be flat and level
‘D’
‘E’
‘F’

SITE RREQUIREMENTS
The fireplace opening should be inspected and repairs made where necessary. The flue must be connected to
only one fireplace, and the flue must not vent more than one appliance (i.e. not shared with a gas back boiler).
There must be no opening in the flue apart from the one that the appliance is installed into, and the one venting
the gases into the air. A suitable terminal may be fitted, such as class GC1, as regulations allow.
The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between 785mm and 865mm wide, and 615mm to
710mm high.
Opening DEPTH should be 350mm or greater. Opening DEPTHS include any plaster or infill panels which form
part of the installation.
This appliance requires a natural draught flue system which may be one of the following;
225mm x 225mm (9in x 9in) brick or stone.
175mm (7in) minimum diameter lined brick or stone.
175mm (7in) minimum diameter twin wall flue conforming to BS 715.
Any existing under grate draught device must be sealed off.
The opening wall must be non-combustible and have adequate flat surface for appliance sealing.
The appliance must be fitted with a non-combustible hearth , the surface of which is at least 12mm thick with a
minimum depth of 300mm and width of 1170mm. The top surface is at least 50mm above the surrounding floor
level.
To enable the products of combustion to be cleared properly up the flue, the outlet on the top of the appliance
must have a minimum 50mm clearance between it and the back wall of the opening or other obstruction. The
area immediately above the outlet must form a smooth path into the flue.
A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given
below.
A non-combustible shelf may be fitted to within 30mm of the top edge of the fireframe.
Combustible materials, such as wood, may be fitted to within 100mm (4in) of either side of the frame of the
appliance, providing the forward projection does not exceed 100mm (4in).
Any combustible side walls must be at least 500mm to the side of the radiant heat source.
As with all heating appliances, any decorations, soft furnishings, and wall coverings (i.e. flock, blown vinyl and
embossed paper) positioned too close to the appliance may discolour or scorch.
VENTILATION
No purpose provided ventilation is normally required for this appliance. The requirements of other appliances
operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation.
If spillage is detected when commissioning the appliance then amongst other problems there may be insufficient
natural ventilation for the correct operation of the flue. This is potentially a greater problem should the property
be of modern nature. If the appliance does not spill with windows open but does with windows closed, this
proves that lack of ventilation is the problem, if not, it will be the flue at fault. Installation of an air brick is the best
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Maximum ddepth oofsshelf MMinimum ddisstancceffrom bbasseoofffirebox
to uundersside oofsshelf
100mm (4in) 860 mm (34 in)
150mm (6in) 970 mm (38 in)
203mm (8in) 1020 mm (40 in)
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VENTILATION ((continued)
solution. Any ventilation fitted must comply with BS 5871 part 2 and BS 5440 part 2.
Spillage detected during commissioning is almost always a result of poor flue performance, which cannot be cor-
rected by any amount of ventilation.
For Republic of Ireland ventilation may be required, see IS 813, ICP3, IS 327, and any other rules in force.
UNPACKING TTHE AAPPLIANCE
Stand the carton the right way up, cut the strapping bands and remove the top end cap. Read all the instructions
before continuing to unpack or install this appliance.
Remove the box containing the fireframe, the box containing the ceramic logs, and the box containing the burn-
er unit. Remove the cardboard packing pieces, and any bags containing other fittings or parts.
When all loose parts have been removed, the outer sleeve may be lifted off to reveal the appliance. Check that
the components supplied correlate with the checklist given in section 7.0.
Please dispose of the packaging materials at your local recycling centre.
COMPONENT CCHECKLIST
QUAANTITY DESCRIPTION
1 Firebox assembly.
1 Burner unit assembly.
1 Decorative frame.
1 Moulded ceramic fibre log support (Log version only).
8 Individual large ceramic logs (Log version only).
6 Individual small ceramic logs (Log version only).
1 Bag of vermiculite (Log version only).
1 Bag of heat resistant glass crystals (glass fuel bed versions only)
10 Small individual ceramic pebbles (glass fuel bed models only)
1 Set of manufacturers instructions and warranty card.
1 Cable fixing kit comprising; 2 cables, 2 tensioners, 2 clamps, 4 fixing eyes, 4 fibre rawl plugs.
1 Self tapping screw pack.
4 Lengths of self adhesive sealing strip.
1 Rubber grommet.
1 Fitting kit comprising; 1 Inlet restrictor cock, 1 allen key, 2 cable ties.
PREPARING TTHE AAPPLIANCE
Note: EEnssure tthat tthe ggassssupply iissiissolated bbefore ccommenccinggiinsstallation ooftthe aappliancce.
The fireplace opening and environment must be in compliance with the specifications laid down in the
appropriate sections of these instructions. Remove the firebox and burner unit from their cartons and stand upon
a dust sheet or similar. Place the frame, ceramic logs and fixings safely to one side.
Knockout holes are provided in the rear of the firebox for use where concealed pipework is required. Where
necessary, knock out the appropriate hole with a sharp tap from a hammer, and fit the rubber grommet supplied.
A small incision can how be made in the rubber to slip snugly around the outside of the pipe and sleeving.
Do
not iinsstall ooruussetthe aapplianccewwithout tthe ssealssiinpplacce.
If a hole is inadvertently opened, reseal with an intact
grommet. Failure to fit the seal correctly will cause flue suction to act upon the area under the burner, resulting
in poor performance and intermittent cutting out of the burner.
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PREPARING TTHE OOPENING
Before installing the fire, check the flue using a smoke pellet, if alterations to the flue or flue throat are necessary
carry out this check after the work is done. All of the smoke should travel up the flue and exit correctly from the
terminal. If problems are found, DO NOT fit the fire until corrective action is completed.
This appliance is designed to fit into a purpose-made builders open-
ing. The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between
785mm and 865mm wide, and 615mm to 710mm high. Opening
DEPTH should be 350mm or greater. Opening DEPTHS include any
plaster or infill panels which form part of the installation.
IMPORTANT ::The sstructural iintegrity ooftthe wwall aand fflue/flue tthroat
must bbemmaintained. IItiisrrecommended tthat tthis sstage ooftthe iinstalla-
tion bbeuundertaken bbyaaqqualified bbuilder.
Obtain a suitable lintel. We would suggest either a pre-cast concrete
or steel lintel. Minimum bearing lengths - Generally lintels should be
bedded the correct way up on the supporting bearings in the mortar.
The recommended minimum bearing length for use in 3.5N/mm2
blockwork is 100mm in openings up to 1000mm.
Fit the lintel, and remove brickwork as necessary in order to make an
opening to the correct size. Brick up the old opening and base to the
dorrect height. Ensure the base of the opening is level and flat.
Make good the front wall surface around the opening, ensuring that
the surfaces are true, vertical and flat in order to ensure a good seal
when the firebox is fitted. This front surface must be non-combustible
and capable of withstanding 150OC.
Offer up the firebox to the opening to check the fit is good. Ensure
that it slides in correctly, the sealing face sits flat and square to the
wall or back panel, and that the base is firm on the openings base. At
this stage it is essential to ensure that the spigot outlet of the fire is
not restricted in any way.
Remove the firebox and take any necessary measurements before mak-
ing good and preparing for final installation.
SCREW FIXING. For fixing by screw, mark and drill the fireframe or
base, and the relevant points in the opening or on the wall. Rawlplugs
will again be required. Pre-punched holes are not proided for this pur-
pose to allow you to choose the optimum positions.
GAS SUPPLY. Following preparation for the fixing method, the con-
cealed gas supply, where required, can now be put into place. Refer to
the gas supply section for suggested pipe routes. The ends of the sleev-
ing in which the gas pipe is run should be sealed. The ends of the 8mm
supply pipe should be temporarily sealed to prevent the ingress of debris during fixing.
The non-combustible hearth unit should now be secured in place, which may be protected using surplus pack-
aging material during fitting.
CABLE FIXING. For fixing of the fire by the cable method, see the relevant section. The cable fixing locations
should be marked on the back of the opening and the holes drilled. Fit the fibre rawlplugs and eyebolts to these
holes.
Note: PPlassticcrrawlpluggssaare NNOT ssuitable ffor tthissaappliccation.
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Old fireplace opening
Mark out lintel position
Create opening
to correct size
Insert lintel
Fill in old fireplace opening and
base, to give level, flat bed surface.
These areas MUST be non-combustible
flat and level to ensure good seal.
Make good wall surface

GAS SSUPPLY RROUTING
When the opening is ready for installation of the fire, the gas supply can be routed. An in-line restrictor cock is
supplied with the appliance. It is recommended that this be incorporated into the 8mm supply in an accessible
position, for example, underneath the 'shelf' of the appliance.
A compression fitting is supplied in order that the 8mm supply pipe may be connected directly into the gas valve.
A concealed connection may be made to the appliance by routing the supply pipe into the lower firebox via one
of three knock-out holes. These are located in the sides and rear of the firebox.
The gas pipe must be suitably protected where it passes through fireplace openings. Any sleeving should be
sealed to the pipe at its ends.
The open end of the supply pipe should be sealed temporarily during the installation of the firebox to prevent the
ingress of dirt and dust.
FITTING THE FIREBOX
The firebox may be fitted to the opening by using screw fixing or by the cable kit as described in the relevant
section. Leave the polythene coating in place unitl fitting procedures are complete to eliminate any risk of scratch-
ing the decorative stainless steel finish of the firebox.
To fit the firebox, firstly check the fire goes fully back into the opening.
Secure the fire box by drilling and screwing down the frame of the firebox, or use the cable fixing method.
INSTALLATION BBYCCABLE FFIXING KKIT
Drill the four holes for the rawl plugs, as shown in the diagram. If the fireplace configuration does not allow the
exact layout given, the eyebolts should be positioned as close to the correct layout as possible.
Before finally fitting cables, apply the self adhesive sealing strips. The fireframe must be sealed evenly to the fire-
place opening all around the periphery.
Thread the tensioning cables through the holes in the top of the firebox, then the eyelets, and finally through the
lower holes in the back of the firebox.
Push the appliance back into to fireplace, centralise, and pull the loose tensioning cables
through the holes into the firebox. . Thread the tensioner bolts onto the cables, with the nuts
screwed down close to the tensioner head. Slide the screwed nipple onto the cable, pull
cable tight, and tighten nipple.
The tension of the cable may now be adjusted by
using a suitable spanner on the tensioner nuts to pull
the appliance tightly against the fireplace opening.
Visually inspect the seal and reseat if necessary.
Note: DDO NOT ccut ooff eexccessssccable.
Surplus cable must not be cut off, as it will be impos-
sible to refit the fire after servicing. Coil up the sur-
plus cable, and locate under the shelf at the rear of
the firebox. Two cable ties are provided so as the
cable may be secured out of sight.
Note ::IIfrrunninggaacconccealed ggassssupply, eenssure
ggrommetssaare sseccure aaround iinccominggppipess.
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B
C
A. 550 mm
B. 440 mm
C. 150 mm
Dimension can
be +/-10mm

GAS CONNECTION
Place burner assembly into the firebox shelf as shown. Ensure that burner sits fully down into the round hole,
and rim of burner is in full contact with the shelf all the way round. Fix the burner to the firebox shelf in the four
screw positions indicated, using
the stainless steel screws and
allen key provided.
Purge the gas supply thoroughly
to remove air and dirt/debris
BEFORE
connection. Now con-
nect the previously installed gas
supply to the control tap and
tighten all joints. Soundness test
installation.
If using an across hearth connec-
tion, ensure the decorative fire-
frame will clear the supply route.
FUEL BED LAYOUT
Please refer to the relevent section of the user manual section of this booklet.
FITTING THE FRAME
The appliance is supplied with a stainless steel frame, which is supplied in 4 pieces. Assemble by following the
enclosed instruction sheet. The frame is held onto the firebox by two mounting brackets at the top and magnets
at the base. The brackets may be adjusted to provide a perfect fit. It is recomended that the brackets be bent to
approximately 40 degrees from the vertical position. Do nnot ooverbend tthe bbrackets.
Lift the stainless steel frame into position on the front of the firebox. The plastic protective film may be removed
from the firebox and frame at this stage.
TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
Turn on and test the gas supply up to the fire for any leaks, in accordance with current Approved Codes Of
Practice (ACOPs).
When the appliance is first used, protective oils coating the firebox may burn off. It is advisable to ventilate the
room during this period, at least one hour.
OPERATING TTHE FFIRE
The control knob of the fire is marked as follows ;
The pilot is visible at the rear of the burner. Push in and turn the con-
trol knob to the SPARK position, and hold there for a few seconds.
Continue turning anti-clockwise through the spark click, ensuring the
pilot has lit. If not, return the knob clockwise, and repeat.
When the pilot lights after the spark, keep the knob depressed for
approximately ten seconds. Now release the knob and the pilot
should stay alight. If not, retry ignition. If the pilot is extinguished dur-
ing use, wait three minutes before repeating the ignition procedure.
To achieve the HIGH setting, push the control knob in slightly and
continue turning anti-clockwise to the large flame position. The main
burner should light after a few seconds.
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‘OFF’ position
‘SPARK’ position
‘LOW’ position
‘HIGH’ position
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OPERATING TTHE FFIRE ((continued)
To decrease the setting to LOW, turn the control knob clockwise to the low flame setting. The flame height may
be adjusted as desired between high and low settings by turning the control knob to the required position
between ‘HIGH’ and ‘LOW’.
To turn to the PILOT position from the HIGH or LOW positions, press the control knob in, and return to the pilot
position and release.
To turn the fire OFF, keep the knob pressed in, return to the off position and release.
SPARK FAILURE
The gap between the spark electrode and the pilot should be 3.5 - 4.5mm to produce a good spark. There should
be no need to adjust this. If under any circumstances the electric spark fails, the pilot may be lit manually by pro-
ceeding with the ignition sequence as previously described, and after turning the control knob through the spark
position, the knob should be held in and the pilot lit with a taper.
SETTING PRESSURE
Remove the screw from the pressure test point, situated on the main injector pipe to the left hand side of the dec-
orative valve cover, and attach a U gauge. Light the fire on the HIGH setting.
The setting pressure should be in accordance with the figures stated on page 2 of these instructions. The fire is
factory set to achieve these pressures, and any significant variation could indicate a supply problem. If the pres-
sure is too high, the gas supply meter may be set incorrectly. This should be checked with the fire running and if
necessary reset by the gas supplier.
If the pressure is too low, then check the meter governor pressure with the appliance running. If this is incorrect
it will need to be reset by the gas supplier. If the setting pressure is too low, but the meter pressure is acceptable,
then a problem in the supply pipework is to be suspected. This will be dirt and debris, kinked or inadequate size
pipes, restriction in a fitting or solder flashing across a joint. (NOTE: you will not get an accurate reading of the
inlet pressure with a pressure gauge on the end of the supply pipe - this is the static pressure in the system. You
must use a T piece and measure the supply pressure with the fire on High - the dynamic pressure).
FLUE SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM
This fire is fitted with a flue spillage safety device (ODS). If the fire shuts down during use for no apparent reason
then several things may be suspected. If a door or window has been opened creating a draught, then pilot dis-
turbance is the problem, and removal of the draught should resolve this. If a grommet seal has been left out of
the firebox then this also will also cause intermittent shutdown (recall your installer to fit). The gas pressure reach-
ing the fire must also be checked (again, recall your installer to check and rectify any problem). The thermocou-
ple connection into the back of the gas control valve may also have worked loose during installation, simply get
the installer to tighten.
If pilot disturbance is not the cause, then the ODS safety system may be in operation. Switch the appliance OFF,
check the flue and carry out any remedial work required. Relight the fire and carry out a spillage test. DO NOT
allow the appliance to be used if it continues to fail a spillage test.
The aeration hole of the pilot must be carefully cleaned out on each annual service to ensure contnued function
of the ODS.
The spillage monitoring system shall not be adjusted, modified, or put out of operation by the installer. Any spare
parts fitted MUST be of a type supplied for the purpose by the appliance manufacturer.
If the fire is not spilling, then further guidance should be sought, using the Troubleshooting section as a guide.
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