Planika Faro KF 22 User manual

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KF 22
Faro
G30/G31 (Propane-Butane/Propane)
EN INSTALLATION AND USERS MANUAL .................................................................................................................2
DE MONTAGE UND BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG ......................................................................................................20
ES MANUAL DE INSTALACIÓN y USO .................................................................................................................... 38
FR INSTALLATION et MANUEL D'UTILISATION.......................................................................................................56
IT MANUALE D'INSTALLAZIONE E D'USO..............................................................................................................74
PL INSTRUKCJA INSTALACJI I OBSŁUGI................................................................................................................92
1420mm
830mm
360mm

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IT IS OBLIGATORY TO READ AND KEEP THIS INSTRUCTION.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................................3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Safety instruction regarding the use of the gas cylinders.................................................................................5
3. INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................................................6
3.1. Box contents .....................................................................................................................................................6
3.2. Unboxing and installation .................................................................................................................................7
3.3. Wheels installation............................................................................................................................................7
3.4. Installation of the glass screen..........................................................................................................................8
3.5. Gas cylinder montage .......................................................................................................................................8
3.5.1. Installation of the gas linkage and gas cylinder replacement.......................................................................9
3.5.2 Regulator replacement ...............................................................................................................................12
4. USER’S MANUAL .....................................................................................................................................................13
4.1 Start-up of the device .....................................................................................................................................13
4.2 Regulation of the flame size............................................................................................................................14
4.3 Device shutdown.............................................................................................................................................15
4.4. Replacing the battery......................................................................................................................................15
5. TESTING.......................................................................................................................................................................15
5.1 Checking for gas leaks.....................................................................................................................................16
5.2 Checking the flame appearance......................................................................................................................16
6. MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP......................................................................................................................................16
6.1. Testing and cleaning .......................................................................................................................................16
6.2. Glass screens cleaning.....................................................................................................................................17
7. WARRANTY..............................................................................................................................................................17
8. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................18
9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION.....................................................................................................................................18

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1. INTRODUCTION
The KF 22 fireplace is decorative fuel-effect gas appliances intended only for outdoor or amply ventilated area use.
It is obligatory to acquaint oneself with the below installation manual and user’s manual before committing to the
installation and use of the KF 22 fireplace. This manual is to be kept safely for the lifetime of the device.
CE Declaration of conformity
We hereby declare that both the design and construction of a gas heating device manufactured by Planika Sp. z o.o.
(with registered office at Bydgoskich Przemysłowców 10 85-862 Bydgoszcz, Poland) Regulation (EU) 2016/462 of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 (GAR) on appliances burning gaseous fuels.
Product: Patio heaters
Type: KF 22
Regulation: 2016/426
Standards: PN-EN 14543:2017-09
The notified body: Kiwa Nederland B.V, Wilmersdorf 50, P.O. Box 137, 7300 AC APELDOORN, The Netherland (NB0476)
on the basis of the EU-type examination (production type) - module B in accordance with Annex III, point 1 of the
above-mentioned Of the Regulation issued the EU-type examination certificate No. 19GR0374_01 on 04/06/2021
Production supervision in module C2 is carried out by THE INSTITUTE OF PETROLEUM AND GAS - National Research
Institute, PL 31-501 Kraków, street Lubicza (NB1450) and NR 25 of the supervision certificate No. 1450-GAR-027 on
October 21, 2021 sec. until 10/06/2022
The company's quality control system guarantees that the mass-produced devices meet the essential requirements of
the applicable Directives and Regulations as well as the standards contained therein. This Declaration is annulled if
any modifications are made to the device without the prior written consent of Planika.
Chairman of the Board
Jarosław Dąbrowski

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Read the instructions before use. Keep the instructions for future reference.
•For use outdoors or in amply ventilated areas only. The use of this appliance in enclosed areas is DANGEROUS
and is PROHIBITED.
•An amply ventilated area must have a minimum of 25 % of the surface area open. The surface area is the sum
of the walls surface.
Fig 1 –Minimum ventilation area
•Do not move the appliance when in operation.
•Shut off the valve at the gas cylinder or the regulator before moving the appliance.
•In case of violent wind precautions must be taken against tilting of the appliance.
•This appliance must be used, and the gas cylinder stored, in accordance with the regulations in force.
•The FARO fireplace should installed and controlled annually according to the below installation manual as well
as enforced national and local laws regarding gas safety (installation and use).
•One needs to assess whether the data one the product plaque complies with the local type of gas and pressure.
•Do not change the structure of the device or its sealed elements nor modify the default settings of the FARO
fireplace.
•Do not set any additional imitation blocks nor any glowing coal fragments on the burner or in the combustion
chamber.
•A CO2 or a powder fire extinguisher needs to be placed near the device.
•During the first ignition the FARO fireplace needs to be burnt on maximum level for a few hours in order for
the elements to acquire correct temperature and for the remains of paint, lacquer and lubricant to evaporate.
•Do not move the device while it’s working.
•FARO has been designed for decorative purposes. The surface of the FARO fireplace including the glass screens
may get hot (up to 100 degrees Celsius) with the exception of the side walls of the appliance and the control
panel.
WARNING!!! Parts of the device that are easy to reach may be very hot. Keep children away from the device.
•Glass panels must be installed when FARO is in use.

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•This appliance must be kept away from flammable materials during use. Do not place any combustible
materials within a distance of 0,3 m of FARO and 1 m over the appliance (Fig 2).
Fig 2 –Minimum distances
•When the FARO fireplace is on it’s not to be exposed to rain.
•When not being used the FARO is to be protected from atmospheric conditions and the main valve of the gas
cylinder needs to be turned off.
•If the FARO is not in use for a longer period of time (e.g. winter time), we advise you to store it inside.
•All parts of the FARO fireplace are made of stain resistant material.
•Never leave a turned on FARO without supervision.
•The FARO fireplace needs to be installed in a place inaccessible for children, unauthorised persons or animals
for the direct contact with the flame or hot parts of the device to be impossible.
•In case of heavy wind the FARO fireplace needs to be immediately turned off and one needs to await until the
heavy wind passes.
•In case of noticing any sort of gas leaks the fireplace as well as the main valve of the gas cylinder need to be
turned off.
•After use turn off the gas cylinder valve.
2.1 Safety instruction regarding the use of the gas cylinders.
•Use only the type of gas and pressure specified by the manufacturer.
•Change the gas cylinder in a amply ventilated area, away from any ignition source (candle, cigarettes, other
flame producing appliances).
•Do not obstruct the ventilation holes of the cylinder housing.
•In the event of gas leakage, the appliance shall not be used or if alight, the gas supply shall be shut off and the
appliance shall be investigated and rectified before it is used again.
•The gas cylinders should always be placed in a vertical position –during use and transport.
•Always store the gas cylinder in an easily accessible place to allow its immediate turn-off.
•During the installation process do not allow an open flame or any ignited object to reach the gas cylinder.

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•Leaks should be found with the use of a cleaning liquid and water. If bubbles form on the surface that means
that a there’s an existing leak.
•Always use a pressure regulator between the gas bottle and the device. Replace the pressure regulator every
5 years. The allowed pressures are: 30mbar, 37mbar (recommended), 50 mbar. Use only regulators complying
with the European EN16129 Norm.
•Use only approved and certified gas connection linkage. Replace the linkage every 2 years.
•Check the flexible hose at least once per month and each time the cylinder is changed. If it shows signs of
cracking, splitting or other deterioration it shall be exchanged for new hose of the same length and of the
equivalent quality.
•Do not connect the gas cylinder directly to the appliance without regulator.
•The tubing or the flexible hose must be changed within the prescribed intervals.
•Use only the type of gas and the type of cylinder specified in these instructions.
•The elastic linkage connecting gas to the fireplace is to be led away from sharp edges and hot surfaces. Refrain
from bends and twists of the elastic connection on its full length.
•Remember that the LPG bottle should be stored in a well-ventilated place. LPG gas is heavier than air and its
accumulation near the bottom surface may generate an explosive mixture.
•The gas cylinder needs to be shut if the fireplace is not being used.
•Filling the gas cylinders is to be commissioned to certified gas filling stations.
•Replacement of empty cylinders for full ones is to be conducted only in authorised locations.
3. INSTALLATION
3.1. Box contents
•1x complete FARO fireplace
•4x Tempered glass screens
•1x bag of decorative stones
•4x Wheels
•1x AAA battery
•1x 1,4 metre flexible hose Ø9mm – installed
•1x pressure regulator (37mbar) –installed
•1x Wrench
•1x installation manual and user’s manual

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3.2. Unboxing and installation
•The contents of the boxes need to be carefully unwrapped from the foam foil.
•Remove the bags with decorative stones from the burner reservoir and place them away from it.
•Carefully pull out the glass shield wrapped in cardboard placed on the inside of the device
•Check the completeness of the elements with the contents list.
•Make sure that the device nor its elements weren’t damaged during the transportation (if they were, notify the
supplier).
•Place FARO on a flat, paved surface outside of the building, preferably on the place of final installation. Leave
sufficient space on the side of the appliance where control panel is located (minimum 1 m).
•The decorative stones are to be scattered evenly around the reservoir to completely cover the burner of the
fireplace.
Fig 3 –Decorative stones arranged on burner
3.3. Wheels installation
Place the fireplace with the door facing upwards.
Protect the unit from scratches before placing it.
Insert the wheel screw through the hole in the bottom
of the unit (1) and secure it with the washer (2) and nut
(3) from the inside. Use wrench (4) to tight the wheel.
Assemble 2 wheels with brakes on the side of the gas-
bottle container door and 2 wheels without brakes on
the opposite side.
Fig 4 –Wheels installation
90°
1
4
3
2
90°
1
4
3
2
90°
1
4
3
2

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3.4. Installation of the glass screen
•Carefully remove cardboard and foam foil from the glass screens.
•Remove all contaminations from the glass shields which could burn out on the glass during operation of the
FARO (in particular fingerprints).
•Install glass shields in the corresponding slots on the top of appliance.
Fig 5–Installation of the glass in slots
•Install the metal hood on the top of the all four glass screens
Fig 6–Installation of the top
•Remove the glass shield only in case of damage of the glass.
3.5. Gas cylinder montage
The gas linkage attached to the device allows to place the gas bottle maximally 1 meter away from the connected
control panel during it replacement. During operation the gas cylinder is hidden inside the device behind easily
removable doors.
Fig 7–Gas cylinder installation

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•The housing for the gas bottle is not airtight and has to be correctly ventilated. It is equipped with an upper
ventilation slot above the top of the bottle (of an area min 1/100 of the area of the base of the housing) and
a lower ventilation slot (of an area min 1/50 of the area of the base of the housing).
WARNING!!! Before gas cylinder replacement, please block the wheels of the device.
3.5.1. Installation of the gas linkage and gas cylinder replacement
WARNING!!! The montage and service needs to be conducted by a qualified professional, a company or the gas
supplier.
Before proceeding with the connection of the gas cylinder to the fireplace all activity regarding the correct placement
and installation of the FARO needs to be already performed. Place the gas linkage away from hot or sharp edges and
make sure it is not twisted.
The FARO is delivered together with an elastic gas linkage which, on one end is connected to the valve of the device
and one the other end to the gas regulator ready to be connected to the gas cylinder.
If your gas cylinder has a different inlet size or requires a different regulator, replace the included regulator with the
required one (available separately at your local market)
One needs to control the expiry date both of the regulator as well as the gas linkage and if necessary (for instance:
broken, cut, scratched linkage) replace the components for new ones according to national standards and norms.
The FARO fireplace can use metal or steel bottles or composite bottles filled with propane-butane gas or propane gas.
WARNING!!! NEVER use an unstable gas connection (without a regulator).
Gas cylinders have two types of connectors:
•Twist-on connection: The most important thing is the black seal. Always check if the seal is present and
whether it hasn’t been damaged during the gas cylinder replacement. Some connections have a knob to fasten
them in place while others require the use of a wrench. Tighten securely (left thread). Using the tool pay
attention not to fasten the connection too tightly as this may damage the seal.
•Quick-release: For this type of connection no tool is required. On/off regulation of gas connection is made
through a switch on the regulator or on a special connector. In case of using a connector with a thread
regulator of an old type put a special emphasis on checking if the connecting nut has been tightly fastened
with the help of wrench.
Pressure reducer type
Country
Connection Type
Inlet Diameter
Output
Type A
FR, UK, IE
Clip On
27 mm
G1/4"-LH
Type B
ES, DK, NO, FI, EE, PT, CY
Clip On
35 mm
G1/4"-LH
Type C
PL, DE, LT, AL, BE, CZ, SK, SI, LV, HR, CH, UA, RS, MK, BiH
Twist On
23 mm
G1/4"-LH
Type D
IT, GR
Twist On
20 mm
G1/4"-LH

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Gas cylinder connection
Twist-on connection
Quick-release
1. Check if the bottle valve is TURNED OFF turning
it clockwise
2. Remove the protection tip and store it for later
use.
1. Remove the protection tip. Do not use any tools,
leave the tip hanging freely.
3. Before making the connection check if the black
seal is not damaged.
2. Make sure all the taps on the gas device are
closed and if the switch in in the OFF position.
4. Fit the connecting nut to the cylinder with the
use of a correct wrench or the connecting knob.
(left thread) Do not allow the gas bottle
connectors to be fastened too tightly.
3. Place the quick-release regulator on the valve
and press it down hard. If the switch is correctly
turned off you will hear a characteristic click.
5. When the gas flow is required turn the valve of
the bottle counter-clockwise.
4. To let the gas flow in turn the switch into the ON
position (or into the flame image).
WARNING!!! Check the gas connection for leakage. If anything suggests a leak is present (for instance a
characteristic gas smell) close the gas bottle valve and under no circumstances turn the device on before removing
the leak.
•After removing the leak one may open the gas bottle valve again.