Valor Fires 824 Blenheim Longlite Instructions for use

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INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
This guide is intended to help you
install and care for your Valor Fires
electric firefront. Please read
carefully before installing and using
your heater. However, if further
information is required, our
Valor Fires Technical Helpline will
be pleased to help.
Telephone [phone] (National
call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
In the Republic of Ireland
Telephone [phone].
Model 824 Blenheim Longlite
Electric Firefront.
incorporating the Valor Fires Control.
And for use with the Baxi Bermuda BBU15 HE Boiler.
(GC No. EF-032-34)

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Safety First.
Valor Fires firefronts are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British
Standards and Safety Marks.
Quality and Excellence.
All Valor Fires firefronts are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and
excellence and are manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted
by the British Standards Institute.
Valor Fires, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP
www.firesandstoves.co.uk
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from
those given in this publication.
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CONTENTS
Section Heading Page
INSTALLER GUIDE 3 - 17
OWNER GUIDE 18 - 31
1. IMAGE 5
2. HANDLING AND UNPACKING 6
3. SAFETY 7
4. OPTIONAL SPACER FRAME KIT 8
5. PACK CONTENTS 9
6. FITTING THE FIREFRONT 10
General notes to read before fitting your firefront. 10
Do I need any tools? 10
Where can I fit the firefront? 10
Moving the cable guide. 10
Removing the cable guide. 11
Fitting the cable guide. 11
Fitting the Control Knob. 12
Fascia support brackets. 12
Securing the Firefront. 13
Method A - Securing with wire. 13
Method B - Securing with wire using an
Optional Spacer Frame kit (See section 3). 15
Fitting the light diffuser. 16
Fitting the Fascia. 16
7. REMOVING THE FASCIA AND FIREFRONT 17
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1. IMAGE
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2. HANDLING AND UNPACKING
Before continuing any further with the installation of this firefront please read the
following:
Important safety instructions.
The approximate weight (kg) of the firefront parts are listed below:
Model Heat engine Firefront Fascia Spacer* Top Coal
Blenheim 5.9 3.8 1.0 1.3 0.72
* An optional spacer frame kit is obtainable either from your firefront supplier or direct
from Valor Fires Sales. The kit is a 50mm spacer kit (Kit number 5135632).
One person should be sufficient to lift the firefront. If for any reason this weight is
considered too heavy then obtain assistance.
When lifting always keep your back straight. Bend your legs and not your back.
Avoid twisting at the waist. It is better to reposition your feet.
Avoid upper body/top heavy bending. Always bend from the knees rather than the
waist. Do not lean forward or sideways whilst handling the firefront.
Always grip with the palm of the hand. Do not use the tips of fingers for support.
Always keep the firefront as close to the body as possible. This will minimise the
cantilever action.
Use gloves to provide additional grip.
Always use assistance if required.
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3. SAFETY
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Always
 Always install the firefront in accordance with this guide. If in doubt obtain
expert advice.
 Always make sure the electrical socket is accessible and located adjacent to, but
not above the firefront.
 Always disconnect the firefront from the electrical supply before carrying out
cleaning or maintenance.
 Always make sure the firefront is firmly secured to prevent it from being tipped
over.
 Always use a fireguard when young children, infirm persons and pet animals can
come into contact with the firefront.
 Always use genuine Valor Fires spare parts.
Never
 Never leave children unsupervised in a room where the firefront is ON and
unguarded.
 Never obstruct or cover the fan outlet or force items into firefront openings.
 Never install or use the firefront anywhere where water is in use, i.e. Bathrooms,
Kitchens, Shower Rooms and Swimming Pools etc.(It is accepted that the firefront
will stand in front of a boiler).
 Never use aerosols or steam cleaners on or around the firefront.
 Never route the electric supply cable under carpet etc.
 Never install the firefront close to curtains or combustible materials.
 Never use the firefront to dry clothes etc.
 Never sit or stand on the firefront.
Never use the firefront with a timer switch or similar device.
Important electrical safety.
The firefront must not be located in front of or under an electrical socket; the socket
must always be accessible in order to disconnect the firefront from the electrical
supply for maintenance and cleaning.
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CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut
out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such
as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
Important! This firefront must be earthed.
 The firefront is supplied with a 3 pin 13 Amp fused re-wireable plug with 1mm² 3
core cable.
 The wires in the cable are coloured in accordance with the following code: -
Live = Brown
Neutral = Blue
Earth = Green / Yellow
 The electric cable must be safely routed from the firefront to an electrical socket.
If the electric cable is damaged, to avoid a hazard it must be replaced by a Valor
Fires authorised service agent, or similarly qualified person. All external wiring
between the firefront and the electrical supply shall comply with current IEE
regulations. Extension leads should not be used.
4. OPTIONAL SPACER FRAME KIT
Although the firefront is supplied with a 50mm deep spacer frame, an optional 50mm
deep spacer frame kit is obtainable either from your firefront supplier or direct from
Valor Fires Sales - spacer kit number 5135632. The spacer kit is an addition to the
spacer supplied with the firefront. If you want the firefront to be fitted against a flat
wall it will be necessary to purchase the kit, they are designed to be secured together.
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Contents Quantity (Illustrations are not to scale)
Spacer frame 1 only
No 8 x 3/8 Self-
tapping screws 4
Figure 1.

5. PACK CONTENTS
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Figure 2. Contents. Fascia and coals not shown (Items are not to scale)
Contents Quantity (Illustrations are not to scale)
Firefront
(Design may differ from
that shown)
1
Spacer frame 1 Only
No. 8 x 3/8 pan head
screw 4
Tension wire 1
Diffuser 1
Boiler Control and
connector lead. 1
Control Knob 1
Top coal 1

6. FITTING THE FIREFRONT
General notes to read before fitting your firefront.
The installation of this firefront requires a reasonable level of DIY skills.
Please read this guide thoroughly before commencing installation and if in
doubt, seek help from a competent person.
Important: Before continuing with the installation of this firefront please ensure
that you have completed the information on the last page of this guide.
There should be at least 50mm clearance between the top of the fascia and anything
such as a shelf, fireplace surround or mantel etc. This will allow the fascia to be lifted
off or removed during servicing. To check the shelf clearance gently place the fascia
against the surface to which it is to be fixed and measure the distance from the top of
the fascia.
Do I need any tools?
You will need a Pozidrive / Phillips / cross head screwdriver. This should have a
number 2 size tip.
Where can I fit the firefront?
This firefront can be fitted into fireplaces or surrounds where the following dimensions
are available.
Width 400mm - 450 mm (15.35 inches - 17.72 inches)
Height 555mm - 590 mm (21.9 inches - 23.2 inches)
Depth At least 25mm (At least 3 inches)
* An optional spacer frame kit is obtainable either from your firefront supplier or direct
from Valor Fires Sales. The kit is a 50mm spacer kit (Kit number 5135632).
Moving the cable guide.
At the base of the firefront you will find an electric cable which runs through a
rectangular plastic cable guide. As supplied the cable guide is fitted into the
rectangular cut-out on the right side of the firefront. If required, the cable guide can be
removed and put in the rectangular slot in the centre or left hand side of the firefront.
For removal and fitting please see the following sections.
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Removing the cable guide.
1. Before removing the cable guide please note that
the wider part of the cable guide is on the outer
edge of the base (See figure 3 - Item 1).
2. To remove the cable guide push and lift the tab
on the bottom. The bottom of the cable guide will
open (See figure 3 - Item 2).
3. Lift the electric cable clear of the cable guide.
4. Hold the bottom of the cable guide close to the
firefront then gently pull the cable guide away from
the rectangular slot (See figure 3 - Item 3).
Fitting the cable guide.
When fitting the cable guide please remember that
the wider part of the cable guide has to be fitted
against the outer edge of the base (See figure 3-
Item 1).
1. Gently pinch the sides of the cable guide (See
figure 3 - Item 4) and push the cable guide into the
required rectangular slot.
2. Place the electrical cable into the guide and close
the top of the cable guide.
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Figure 3. Removing and
positioning the cable guide.
Item 1
Item 2
Item 3
Item 4

Fitting the Control Knob.
The control knob is supplied separately with
the accessory pack. Fit the control knob
before continuing with the firefront
installation. To assemble the control knob to
the control spindle, firstly line up the ‘D’
profile on the underside of the control knob
to the ‘D’ profile on the spindle (both flats
should line up). Place the control knob onto
the spindle and gently push until the control
knob is fully located (See figure 4).
Fascia support brackets.
As supplied the fascia support brackets
may be flat against the firefront body. Using
a suitable tool or gloved hand, bend the
brackets as in figure 5.
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Figure 5. Fascia support
brackets
Figure 4.

Securing the Firefront.
All fixings supplied with the firefront have been identified in figure 2.
The firefront must be secured into position to prevent it from being tipped over.
The following securing options are available:
Method A - Securing with wire.
Method B - Securing with wire using an Optional Spacer Frame kit (See
section 4).
If fitting the firefront onto a decorative hearth surface such as marble or tile it is
advisable to protect the hearth surface. Do not drag the firefront as the surface finish
may be damaged.
Method A - Securing with wire.
1. Supplied with the firefront is a spacer frame.
The opening for the Boiler Control should be on
the right hand side when fitting.
2. Secure the spacer frame to the firefront using
four No.8 x 3/8 screws supplied (See figure 6 & 2).
3. Insert the Boiler Control lead through the
opening in the spacer frame, then ensuring that
the display is at the top, gently push the Boiler
Control into place. The control will ‘click’ into place
See figure 7. Place the firefront in front of the
boiler, connect the Boiler Control lead to the lead
on the boiler and check the boiler operation.
4. Supplied with the firefront is a wire. This will be
used to secure the firefront to the top of the boiler.
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Figure 7. Fitting the Boiler Control.
Figure 6. Fitting the spacer
frame to the firefront

5. At the top of the firefront there
are four small holes, two each
side of the firefront. From the
front of the firefront, thread
about 50mm of the wire into the
outside small hole on the right
side of the firefront (See point 1
- figure 8).
6. Thread the other end of the
wire through the remaining small
hole to the left. Continue to push
the wire through this hole until
there is only a small loop of wire
at the front of the firefront (See
point 2 - figure 8).
7. At the back of the firefront
there will be a long piece and a
short piece of wire coming
through the two holes. Hold the
short piece and give the long piece a gentle tug. This will secure the wire. Take the
long piece and thread this through the bracket located at the top centre of the boiler
(See figure 8).
8. From the back of the firefront thread the long piece of wire through the inner small
hole on the left hand side of the firefront (See figure 8).
9. Locate the firefront in the fireplace opening, then from the front of the firefront,
gently pull the wire on the right hand side to gather up the excess until the firefront is
secure. Thread the wire through the remaining small hole to lock the wire and firefront
in place (See point 4 - figure 8).
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Figure 8. Wire fix

Method B - Securing with wire using an Optional Spacer Frame kit (See
section 3).
Although the firefront is supplied with a 50mm
deep spacer frame, an optional 50mm deep
spacer frame kit is obtainable either from your
firefront supplier or direct from Valor Fires Sales.
The spacer kit is an addition to the spacer
supplied with the firefront. If you want the firefront
to be fitted against a flat wall it will be necessary
to purchase two kits, they are designed to be
secured together.
1. There are four No.8 x 3/8 screws supplied with
the optional spacer frame. The narrow flange of
the optional spacer should be placed against the
spacer supplied with the firefront. Screw the
optional spacer frame to the one supplied with
the firefront (See figure 9).
2. Secure the spacer frames to the firefront using
four No.8 x 3/8 screws supplied (See figures 9
and 2).
3. Continue with the installation as in points 3 to
10 of method A.
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Figure 9. Fitting the optional
spacer frame to the firefront

Fitting the light diffuser.
1. There is a light diffuser supplied with the
firefront (See figure 10). Place this on to the
metal flange below the plastic screen.
Fitting the Fascia.
1. The magnets may have moved in transit.
Locate the magnets as in figure 11.
2. Fit the fascia to the firefront by hooking
the brackets on the rear of the fascia over
the brackets on the firefront. Be careful to
keep the magnets at the bottom of the fascia
away from the firefront until the hooks are in
place (See figure 11). Then allow the fascia
magnets to secure the bottom of the fascia
to the firefront.
3. Hook the lower firefront casting on to the
firefront as in figure 12. Secure in place using
the decorative knob (See figure 13).
4. Place the one piece coal bed onto the top of
the fuel support.
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Figure 13.
Figure 12. Firefront location
Figure 11. Fitting the facia.
Figure 10. Diffuser location

7. REMOVING THE FASCIA AND FIREFRONT
To gain access to the boiler for servicing and maintenance it will be necessary to
remove the firefront. Do this as below:
1. Unscrew the ash pan knob and remove the Hearth casting from beneath the fascia.
2. Firmly hold the lower sides of the firefront fascia and gently pull the bottom forward
to release the magnets that hold the
bottom in place. Lift the fascia upward
and forward until the fascia hanging
brackets are clear of the upper
hanging brackets on the firefront.
Place the fascia away from the work
area.
3. The firefront is held in place with a
single wire. It will be necessary to
loosen and remove the wire at one
side. Do this by placing a flat ended
screw driver or similar tool behind the
wire loop on the front of the firefront
(See figure 14). Push the wire loop
towards the outer hole and pull on the
wire where it passes through an outer
hole in the firefront. The wire should
become loose and can then be pulled from the outer hole. With the end of the wire
free, gently pull the firefront forward.
4. After completing work on the boiler fit the firefront and fascia as in section 6
of this guide.
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Figure 14. To loosen the wire

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OWNER GUIDE
FOR WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION
SEE PAGES 27 TO 31

CONTENTS
Section Heading Page
1. IMAGE 20
2. SAFETY 20
3. OPERATING THE FIREFRONT 22
Important Safety. 22
What are the Fireslide control positions for? 22
What is the variable energy control knob for? 22
4. OPERATING THE BOILER 23
Understanding the Boiler Control functions. 23
Is the Boiler ON or OFF? 23
How to switch the Boiler ON. 23
How do you know when the system external controls are requesting
heating or hot water ? 24
Troubleshooting. 24
How to RESET the Boiler. 24
Lockout / Error codes. 25
How to switch the Boiler OFF. 25
Boiler checklist. 25
5. CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE FIREFRONT 26
How do I clean my firefront? 26
I have a problem with my firefront! 26
1. My firefront is on but there is no light or heat. 26
2. My firefront is on but there is no heat. 26
3. My firefront is on but there is not enough heat. 26
4. I Have a problem that is different to those in the previous examples 1- 3. 26
6. ENVIRONMENT 27
Environmental Protection. 27
What should I do when I’m ready to dispose of my firefront? 27
7. WARRANTY AND SERVICE 27
CUSTOMER CARE
Thank you for choosing Valor Fires
All Valor Fires firefronts are designed to meet the most stringent quality, performance
and safety requirements to provide our customers with many years of trouble free service.
This guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your new Valor Fires
firefront, by providing simple and informative instructions to enable you to install it and to
ensure that you benefit from the excellent performance and features it has to offer.
If you require further assistance, the Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.
Please telephone [phone] (local rates apply in the United Kingdom). In the Republic
of Ireland please telephone [phone].
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1. IMAGE
2. SAFETY
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OWNER GUIDE
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Warning!
If you smell gas.
Do not operate light switches.
Do not operate any electrical equipment.
Do not use a telephone in the hazardous area.
Extinguish any naked flame and do not smoke.
Open windows and doors in the hazardous area.
Turn off the gas supply at the meter.
Warn any other occupants and vacate the premises.
Telephone the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999.
Faulty boiler
If it is known or suspected that a fault exists on the boiler, it must not be used until
the fault has been corrected by a competent person