RealFlame Power Flue Installation instructions

POWER FLUE®
INSTALLATION & OPERATING MANUAL
The Real Flame Power Flue system is approved to be installed with any
open fronted Real Flame gas fireplace.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
The benefits provided to you under the following warranty are in addition to any other rights and remedies available to
you under the law.
1. Warranty
f:
(a) during the first 15 years from the date of purchase (Firebox Warranty Period), there is a defect in the firebox of the
Real Flame Gas Burner; or
(b) during the first 2 years from the date of purchase (Parts Warranty Period), there is a defect in the gas valves or
other parts of the Real Flame Gas Burner,
due to improper workmanship or material, Real Flame will replace or repair the Real Flame Gas Burner without
charge. Any replacement product is warranted only for the time remaining on the original Firebox Warranty Period
or the Parts Warranty Period as relevant.
2. Registration
You must register to receive the benefit of this warranty by completing the warranty registration on our website
(www.realflame.com.au) or completing and mailing the attached registration card within 30 days of purchase of
your Real Flame Gas Burner (or, if the Real Flame Gas Burner is fitted to a new home, within 30 days of the date
of settlement of purchase of such new home).
3. Exclusions
Real Flame is not obliged to replace or repair the Real Flame Gas Burner under clause 1 if:
(a) it has been improperly stored, installed, connected, used, operated or repaired, or damaged, abused, tampered
with, altered (without our written approval), or not maintained in strict accordance with our installation and
operating instructions; or
(b) it has been installed in an outdoor setting.
4. Limit of Liability
The warranty provided under this warranty is limited to replacement or repair of the Real Flame Gas Burner only,
at our option. To the extent permitted by law, Real Flame excludes liability for consequential loss or any other loss
or damage caused to property or persons arising from any cause whatsoever, and damage arising from normal
wear and tear.
5. Claiming under the Warranty
n order to claim under this warranty you must, within the Firebox Warranty Period or the Parts Warranty Period
(as relevant), contact Real Flame, providing the original proof of purchase and the details below:
Supplier Name___________________________________________________________________________
Date Of Purchase / settlement of property if new home _________________
Model / Serial Number_______________________
This warranty does not cover the cost of claiming under the warranty or transporting the Real Flame Gas Burner to and
from the supplier.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure.
f you would like to speak to someone about your Real Flame Gas Burner or claiming under this warranty, please
contact the Real Flame Service Warranty Desk on 1300 554 155.
Glen Dimplex Australia Pty Ltd ACN 69 118 275 460
Head Office: 1340 Ferntree Gully Road, Scoresby 3179
Telephone: [phone] Facsimile: [phone]

WARRANTY
Provided your Real Flame Power Flue motor is installed in strict accordance with our installation
instructions, the motor is unconditionally guaranteed or twelve months from date of purchase.
This unconditional warranty covers parts and labour at our discretion taking into consideration normal wear
and tear and does not cover fires installed in outdoor settings.
INSTALLATION NOTICE
he installation of this appliance is only to be carried out by an authorised person in accordance
with the manufacturers instruction, local gas fitting regulations, AS/NZS5601.1-2013 installation
codes for gas burning appliances and any other relevant statutory regulations.
IMPORTANT NOTES
he Real Flame power flue system is designed and manufactured by Real Flame and is
approved to be installed with the following Real Flame Products.
• MAGIGLO 320 PF
• MAGIGLO 360 PF
• MAGIGLO 400 PF
• MAGIGLO 540 PF
• MAGIGLO 750 PF
• MAGIGOLO 540 DOUBLE
• HEA SEEKER FIREBOX MODELS 600, 700, 850, 1000, 1500
• HO BOX FIREBOX
• REGIS ER FIREBOX
• SIMPLICI Y 850, 1000, 1500, 1800, 3300
• ELEGANCE 850, 1000, 1500, 1800, 3300
• PURE VISION 850, 1000, 1500, 1800, 3300
• HYBRID 850, 1000, 1500, 1800, 3300
• SIGNA URE 850, 1000, 1500, 1800
THE INSTALLATION MANUAL OF THE REAL FLAME POWER FLUE SYSTEM IS
TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE INSTALLATION MANUAL OF THE
REAL FLAME PRODUCT BEING USED.
THE DESIGN OF THE REAL FLAME POWER FLUE SYSTEM IS SUBJECT TO
COPYRIGHT AND ALL INFRINGEMENTS WILL BE VIGOROUSLY PURSUED.
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CONTENTS
Contents .................................................................................................................4
ntroduction .............................................................................................................5
nstallation...............................................................................................................5
Commissioning .......................................................................................................8
Power Flue Kit ........................................................................................................9
Motor Clearance ...................................................................................................10
Frameout...............................................................................................................11
Motor exploded view.............................................................................................12
Dimensions ...........................................................................................................13
nternal Motor........................................................................................................15
External Motor ......................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting Electronic gnition and Power Flue System ...............................16
Wiring Diagram .....................................................................................................18
Parts List...............................................................................................................18
nterfacing Make-up Air Damper into Power Flue Operation ................................19
Real Flame contact information ............................................................................24
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INTRODUCTION - THE POWER FLUE SYSTEM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
POWER FLUE DESIGN
A ‘flue’ using a fan to remove or assist in removing combustion products from an appliance, is
known as a ‘power flue’.
A power flue application can be used to enable a client to have a decorative fire with a horizontal
flue run or a vertical flue run where flue space is inadequate for the normal flue.
WHERE F TTED A POWERFLUE SYSTEM MUST BE DES GNED AND NSTALLED TO MEET
GAS NSTALLAT ON CODES AS5601.1.2013 CLAUSE H2 - POWER FLUE DES GN.
Where the powerflue option described in this manual is installed, it represents a Power Flue
installed in accordance with AS/NZS 5601.1 Paragraph H2. The powerflue system when installed
to the instructions is designed to comply with the requirements of AS/NZS5601.
The powerflue must be installed and commissioned by the installer in accordance with Paragraph
H2.2.7 AS/NZS 5601.1.
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS
A requirement of the gas installation code AS/NZS5601.1-2013 is that ventilation is required as per
the manufacturers instructions. Clause 6.10.9.5 of AS/NZS5601.1-2013 sets out the ventilation
requirements.
ACCESS TO POWER FLUE MOTOR
Access must be provided to the flue motor, this access MUST be at least 400mm x 400mm.
There MUST be a minimum clearance of 250mm between the top of the motor and any fixed
object i.e. ceiling or stud work. This is so the top of the fan box can be removed.
WIRING OF THE POWER FLUE
All wiring for the power flue is carried out at the factory and plug connectors are fitted for easy
installation. The power supply for the power flue is via a 3-pin plug at the rear of the firebox that
can be plugged into a power socket within the cavity.
ISOLATION SWITCH
f the power point is within a cavity an isolation switch accessible from outside the cavity must be
provided.
WIRING CLEARANCES
Wiring must at all times have a clearance of at least 150mm from the flue.
FAN FAILURE SENSING DEVICE
All Real Flame Power Flue systems are fitted with a sensing device within the unit to ensure that,
in the event of flow failure, the safety shut off valve within the module will go into lockout and shut
off the gas supply to the unit. The device should ALWAYS be in the vertical position. Refer to the
pressure differential switch on page 11.
‘LOCKOUT’
‘Lockout’ is the term used when the module in the unit senses a fault. When a fault is detected by
the module it will shut off the gas and go into lockout. f this occurs contact the manufacturer.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
LOCATION OF FLUE TERMINAL FOR POWER FLUE
Listed below are the minimum clearances required for fan-assisted terminations:
1. Below eaves, balconies and other projections. .........................................................200mm
1a. Below eaves, balconies and other projections for a 1500 & 1800 model ..................300mm
2. From the ground, above a balcony or other surface..................................................300mm
3. From a return wall or external corner.........................................................................300mm
4. From a Gas meter....................................................................................................1000mm
5. From an electricity meter or fuse box. .......................................................................500mm
6. From a drainpipe or soil pipe. ......................................................................................75mm
7. Horizontally from any building structure or obstruction facing a terminal. .................500mm
8. From any other flue terminal. Cowl, or combustion air intake. ..................................300mm
9. Horizontally from any openable window, door, non-mechanical air inlet,
or any other opening into a building with the exception of sub floor ventilation.........300mm
10. From a mechanical air inlet including a spa blower.................................................1000mm
11. Vertically below an openable window, non-mechanical air inlet,
or any other opening into a building with the exception sub floor ventilation.............500mm
ELECTRICAL
SHOULD HE SUPPLY FLEX A HE BACK OF HE FIREBOX BE DAMAGED, A SPECIALLY
PREPARED FLEX IS REQUIRED. FOR REPLACEMEN CON AC HE MANUFAC URER.
HE ON/OFF WALL SWI CH MUS NEVER BE A ACHED O A ME AL FRAME.
WARNING
Whenever servicing the power flue system, always turn off the electrical power supply and
close the manual gas control valve.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
n addition to the instructions in this manual all national, state and local regulations must be
adhered to. These include but are not limited to:
• Australian Standards AS3000 - Electrical nstallation.
• Australian Standards AS/NZS5601.1-2013 - Gas nstallation.
• Local Gas and Electrical Authority Regulations.
• Municipal Building Codes.
The power flue should be serviced every 12 months by an authorised technician. f repairs
are needed an authorised technician must carry them out.
FITTING THE MOTOR
The Power Flue motor is fitted with two sets of spigots. The set on the base of the Power Flue box
sit on top of the vertical flue and the set mounted on the side plate connect to the horizontal flue.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
INSTALLATION OF POWER FLUE KIT
HORIZONTAL / VERTICAL FLUE RUN
The standard length of flue for the Power Flue is up to 13.5m of flue with 4 x 90 degree or 45
degree bends. The flue size that connects to the firebox should be as stipulated in the product
OM. All flue after the baffle shall be as noted in the FLUE S ZE matrix above. For flue runs longer
than 13.5m and more than 4 bends a flue schematic should be forwarded to Real Flame for
approval. Once the flue run is approved you will be notified in writing. All horizontal terminations
shall have a downward grade from the motor to the termination.
FLUE CLEARANCES
All flue clearances are as per the requirements listed in the heater specifications.
TERMINATION
The termination to be used for all horizontal installations is to be either a small flush cowl or if used
as a service access panel, a large flush cowl is required. For vertical termination a vertical
approved cowl must be used. An external motor can be used as an option on horizontal and
vertical terminations.
POWER FLUE MUFFLER
The power flue muffler has a spigot at each end. The end that attaches to the firebox has a spigot
equivalent to the inner flue spigot diameter of the firebox, the top of the muffler has a 150mm
spigot which the motor fits to, or the 150/200 twin skin flue if required. The flow arrow on the
muffler is to be pointing up. f a 1800 or 3300 unit is used the flue is 200mm/250mm.
WIRING (see w r ng d agram pages 17 & 18)
A 3 metre lead is supplied with the power flue, this lead has a different connection on each end,
one end is plugged into the connection on the left hand side of the firebox and the other end is to
be plugged into the fan. The wire coming from the rear of the firebox with the standard 3-pin plug
attached is to be plugged into a power point. A single gang wall switch is also supplied attached to
the 3 metres of lead; this wall switch is to be attached at a location accessible to the client. No
other wiring is required.
SERVICING OF THE POWER FLUE MOTOR
The Real Flame Power Flue motor is designed so as to make servicing the motor a simple task.
The power lead connected to the motor is to be disconnected (unplugged) and the screws are to
be undone, the fan motor will then lift out for servicing. The fan Motor box connected
to the flue does not have to be disconnected from the flue.
FLUE SIZE
The flue size for each model is different. Please refer to the table below.
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MODELS A mm B mm
Double Vision, Hot Box and all Heatseekers 150 200
Pure Vision, Simplicity, Elegance, Signature,
Hybrid 850, 1000 & 1500 Sizes 150 200
Pure Vision, Simplicity, Elegance, Signature,
Hybrid 1800 & 3300 Sizes 200 250
NOTE: Ensure all power flue inner and outer flue lengths are sealed at joins.

COMMISSIONING THE POWER FLUE SYSTEM
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THE NSTALLER MUST COMM SS ON THE POWERFLUE SYSTEM AS PER CLAUSE H2.2.7
(AS5601.1.2013)
The correct CO2concentration shall be established by adjustment of dampers and checked by flue
gas analysis. A check that the controls are operating in the manner specified shall be carried out.
The check shall include a simulation of fan failure.
Commissioning the powerflue systed is an additional requirement to commissioning the appliance.
The appliance must also be commissioned as per AS5601.1.2013.
S z ng of the fan
n order to select a suitable fan, it is necessary to determine the volume and temperature of the
flue gases. Before this can be done the percentage of CO2in the flue gases shall be decided.
f discharge is at a low level, 1% CO2may be used in the design formula. For other situations,
values between 4% and 8% may be used. These values will give flue gas temperatures of 140°C
and 220°C respectively.
For appliances with modulating burners, the CO2concentration in the flue shall be considered
when the appliance is operating at normal rate, i.e. 8% CO2in the combustion chamber.
The quantity of flue gases to be handled by the fan may be determined by the following simplified
formula, which is sufficiently accurate for most flue gases currently distributed. A suitable fan may
then be selected.
Q =
Where Q = volume of flue gases, litres per second
T = total gas consumption of appliances connected to flue megajoules per hour
R = desired % CO2concentration by volume in the flue gases at the discharge point
FLUE GASES - RELAT ONSH P BETWEEN % CO2VOLUME FLOW RATE & % EXCESS A R
CO2% Volume Flow Rate L/s/MJ/h Excess Air %
10 0.10 33
9 0.11 50
8 0.13 67
7 0.14 90
6.7 0.15 100
6 0.17 120
5 0.20 170
4.4 0.23 200
4 0.25 230
3.3 0.30 300
3 0.33 400
2.2 0.45 500
2 0.50 500
1.7 0.60 700
1.2 0.80 1000
1.0 1.00 1200
0.8 1.20 1500
0.6 1.60 2000
0.5 2.00 2600
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POWER FLUE KIT (Here shown with Heatseeker firebox)
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OFF
P
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Electrical
Wiring
between
Fan / Unit / Kit
Fan Casing / Kit
Twin Skin Flue 150mm /200mm
Optional for additional height if required
Control Module / Kit
Standard Power Lead
Wall switch for On/Off / Kit
Electronic Ignition / Kit
Baffled Flue / Kit
Z/C Heatseeker Series
Powered flue kit comprising:
(Indicated on Diagram as “Kit”)
1 x Fan motor
1 x Control module
1 x Electronic ignition to gas fire
1 x Muffler
1 x Sail switch
1 x All wiring from motor to gas fire
Twin Skin Flue 150mm/200mm or 200mm/250mm
or 200mm/250mm
Pressure Differential Switch
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POWER FLUE MOTOR CLEARANCE
Minimum clearance
250mm
150mm/200mm
twin skin flue - optional
for additional height
Ensure there is
adequate ventilation
within this cavity to
prevent motor over-
heating.
Baffle Height 980mm
and diameter 350mm
or 200mm/250mm
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TYPICAL POWER FLUE FRAMEOUT
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POWER FLUE MOTOR
Fan Casing
Pressure
Differential Switch
Motor
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DIMENSIONS
External Flue Motor
Power Flue Flush
Term nat on 500 x 500
Power Flue Flush
Term nat on 300 x 300
ABCDEF G H
302 348 345 55/5 90/40 20 200/250 150/200
JKLMNOP
13 20 120 60 105 75 45 112
MODELS H mm G mm
Double Vision, Hot Box and all Heatseekers 150 200
Pure Vision, Simplicity, Elegance, Signature,
Hybrid 850, 1000 & 1500 Sizes 150 200
Pure Vision, Simplicity, Elegance, Signature,
Hybrid 1800 & 3300 Sizes 200 250
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DIMENSIONS
Internal Power Flue Motor
Internal Power Flue Motor 200/250
ABCD E F G H
268 281 331 311 202 152 300 128
ABCD E F G H
268 281 322 336 252 202 336 128
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INTERNAL MOTOR
Motor
Minimum 25mm clearance
from outer flue to
combustible interior.
Baffle
Heater
twin kin flue (if
required)
150mm x 200mm flue exten ion
250mm min.
900mm
Min. Distance
Domestic: 220mm
200mm or 300mm
500mm
25mm
Flu h Cowl
termination
Top Termination
Flue
Acce
Panel
EXTERNAL MOTOR
Baffle
Heater
150mm x 200mm twin
kin flue (if required)
or 200/250mm
150mm x 200mm or 200/250mm flue exten ion
900mm
200mm (or 300mm for 1500 & 1800 models
External Motor
340mm
25mm clearance
Miniumum
1290mm
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TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND
POWER FLUE SYSTEM.
Symptom
Fire turned on and
nothing happens
Fire turned on and
motor starts but
there is no spark
Possible Cause
No Power to Module
Pressure switch not
operating
Corrective Action
Connect Power
Check pressure switch
Fire sparks when
turned on but will
not ignite
A. No Gas Connect Gas.
Fire ignites and then
shuts down within a
couple of seconds
A. Something is touching
the heat sensor
Ensure that nothing is touching the sensor which is located
behind the cover plate at front of burner.
B. The power polarity is
reversed
Check polarity
B. Sparker is to far from
metal
C. Pressure switch
(Power Flue) is not
operating correctly.
Adjust sparker so it cross lights to metal.
Remove fan from housing and check that small tube
supplying air to pressure switch has not moved or been
damaged.
C. Valve solenoids are
faulty
Check solenoids
D. Solenoid wires to
module not connected
correctly
Check that the four pin plug from the valve has been
connected correctly
Fire ignites and
shuts down after
several minutes
A. nsufficient air for
burner to operate
correctly
Check that the unit has correct ventilation as per nstallation
manual.
B. Pressure switch not
operating correctly
Check air supply tube to pressure switch.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR ELECTRONIC IGNITION AND
POWER FLUE SYSTEM. (continued)
The power flue and electronic control box have a red LED light that indicates the
possible cause of a problem, the LED light will flash in different sequences for different
problems, the most common are:-
Long Flash Short Flash
10Normal Running State.
11Flame Failure.
12Waiting for pressure switch ON
13Waiting for pressure switch OFF
2 1 Maximum retries exceeded
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POWER FLUE WIRING DIAGRAM
LED ndicator
TECHR TE POWER FLUE
CONTROL MODULE
Heat Sensor
Sparker
Power
Fan
Pressure
Switch
Double
Block
Solenoid
NOTE
For C Bus and / or make up air damper interlock systems, refer to page 19 and 20.
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INTERFACING MAKE-UP AIR DAMPER INTO POWER FLUE OPERATION
A requirement of the gas installation code AS/NZS5601.1-2013 is that ventilation is required as per
the manufacturers instructions. Clause 6.10.9.5 of AS/NZS5601.1-2013 sets out the ventilation
requirements.
The real flame power flue system has the option of controlling a make-up air damper to allow fresh
air directly from outside into the room where the fireplace is located.
When a make up air damper is to be used the damper must comply with the following.
• The damper must be capable of supplying sufficient air to the room as required by the
manufacturer (see installation manual)
• The damper is to operate from 240V power.
• The damper must have an interlock signal that activates in the fully open position.
The make up air damper 240 volt lead is connected directly into the junction box that is fitted to the
top of the real flame power flue system.
The wiring from the interlock device is connected to the 2 core wiring at the rear of the firebox (this
wiring is fitted at the time of manufacture and in turn connects to the control module within the
firebox. (see below schematic)
How does the system work?
LED ndicator
TECHR TE POWER FLUE
CONTROL MODULE
Sparker
MAKE UP
A R DAMPER
Pressure
Switch
Double
Block
Solenoid
Power
POWER SUPPLY TO MAKE UP A R
DAMPER
REMOTE MAKE UP A R DAMPER SW TCH
Fan
Heat Sensor
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INTERFACING MAKE-UP AIR DAMPER INTO POWER FLUE OPERATION
(continued)
Operat on
When the on/off switch is turned to the on position to operate the fire, the module will check that
the interlock safety switch of the make up air damper is in the open position, if it is, the fan will then
start up, the pressure switch located on the fan will then indicate to the module that the fan is
operating correctly, the module will then allow the gas to the fire and the fire will ignite.
After operating for 60 seconds the module will check that the make up air damper interlock safety
switch is in the closed position (which indicates that the damper is open), if the damper is open the
fire will continue to operate, if the damper is not open the fire will shut down.
MODELS Ventilation Sq mm
Double Vision, Hot Box and all Heatseekers 18,000
Pure Vision, Simplicity, Elegance, Signature,
Hybrid 850, 1000 & 1500 Sizes 18,000
Pure Vision, Simplicity, Elegance, Signature,
Hybrid 1800 & 3300 Sizes 32,000
Vent lat on requ rements of models nstalled w th Power Flue
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