Valor Ultimate Turbochim BR517R User manual

*Covered by GB Patent 2.202.622.B
600B209/01
MODELS
BR517R & BR517S
(G.C. 32-032-11 & 32-032-12)
& ULTIMATE TURBOCHIM*
&
SUPERFLAME RF*
Rear & Side Fan Flued
Inset Gas Fires
OWNER GUIDE
This Owner Guide is intended to helpyou care for your Valor gas fire.
Please read carefully before using your gas fire and keep for future reference.
This Owner Guide gives sufficient details to enable your gas fire to be operated and
maintained.
IMPORTANT.
Please keep your Owner Guide in a safe place together with the
Installer Guide.

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Thank you for choosing Valor.
All Valor gas fires are designed to meet the most stringent quality,
performance andsafety requirements to provide ourcustomers with
many years’ trouble-free service.
Your owner guide aims to improve your understanding and
appreciationofyourValorgasfirebyproviding simpleand
informative instructions to ensure that you benefit from the excellent
performance and features it has to offer.
Ifyourequirefurtherassistanceoranyadviceaboutgasingeneral,
theValor AdviceLine will be pleased to help.
Please telephone[phone] (local call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
FOR OTHER USEFUL TELEPHONE
NUMBERS SEE INSIDE BACK COVER.
Page
PART 1: SAFETY 3
•Important information
PART 2: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4-5
•How to light your fire
•How to turn your fire off
•The Flame Sensing Device &
Flue Ventilation Monitoring System
•Gas Consumption
PART 3: MAINTENANCE 5-7
•Cleaning your fire
•Refitting the Coals & Walls
•General Servicing
As supplied, this appliance is for use with natural gas (G20)
When converted using Valor conversion kit no. 591149 this
appliance is for use with propane gas (G31)
This appliance is for use in the United Kingdom (GB) and the
Republic of Ireland (IE) only.
CONTENTS
CUSTOMER CARE

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DO
•Have the fire installed by a competent person. In the United
Kingdom, installation must be in accordance with the latest
edition of the Gas Safety (installation & use)Regulations and
the IEE Wiring Regulations.
In the Republic of Ireland, installation must be in accordance
with all national and local regulations in force and the ETCI
National Rules for Electrical Installation.
•Have the fire installed in accordance with the installation
instructions
•Provide a minimum distance of 750mm from the top surface
of the hearth to any shelf made of wood or other combustible
material where the shelf is not more than 150mm deep (This
will give a clearance of 150mm above the top of the fire).
For a shelf deeper than 150mm, add 12.5mmto the clearance
for every 25mm of additional shelf depth (see figure 1).
•Make sure that any combustible wall finish or cladding is
removed from the area within the outer surround of the fire
(see figure 1)
•Make sure that the fire is on a non-combustible hearth and
that the hearth is at least the size shown infigure 1.
•Provide a suitable guard which complies with BS6539 or
6778 for the protectionof young children,the elderly and the
infirm. Such a guard is also recommended for the protection
of pet animals. (Although this fire conforms to all the
applicable standards, it is a heating appliance and certain parts
of its surface will become hot.)
•Switch the fire and fan off and allow to cool before attempting
to clean, service, etc. This appliance retains heat for some time
after it has been switched off
•Wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is
switched off or if the flames are extinguishedfor any reason.
(Your fire is fitted with a safety device which will
automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if, for any
reason, the flames go out or if the fan is not working.)
•Get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your
fire. Soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have
a raised pattern, are easily affected by heat. They may,
therefore,scorch or become discoloured when close to a
heating appliance. Please bear this in mind whenever youare
considering redecorating.
•Provide a minimum clearance of 178mmbetween the outer
surround sides and any corner wall or other projection(see
figure 1). Please bear this in mind if ever you are considering
altering the room.
•Contact the Valor AdviceLine on 0345 626 341 with any
enquiries you may have (local call rates apply in the United
Kingdom).
DON’T
•Put any paper or other material on the fire.
•Hang clothing,towels or any other fabrics over the fire.
•Fill in the space behind the case.
•Add any extra coals above the number stated in this guide - It
could cause a safety hazard.
•Place carpets, rugs or any other combustible material over the
hearth.
•Block in the space behind the top edge of the duct covers
(Side flue model only). See Part 3: Maintenance.
PART 1: SAFETY
CAUTION
IF YOU SMELL GAS...
•DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR
OFF
•DON’T SMOKE OR USE NAKED FLAMES
•DO OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID
OF THE GAS
•DO TURN OFF THE GAS AT THE METER
•DO CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE - IN
THE PHONE BOOK UNDER
“
GAS
”
PLEASE NOTE
W
hen operating your fire for the first time, some vapours ma
y
be given off which may cause a slight odour and could possibly
set off any smoke alarms inthe immediate vicinity.These
v
apours are quite normal with new appliances. They are totall
y
harmless and will disappear after a few hours use.
This fire is supplied with ceramic “coals” which simulate a real
coal fire. The coals are designed for easy refitting ifremoved
and are totally safe to handle.
The burner in this appliance has been designed to give an
authentic coal fire flame effect. Due to the nature of this kind o
f
burner,there may be various “popping” and flame noises not
usually associated with more conventional gas fires. As with a
real coal fire, these noises are perfectly normal and safe.
A
fter some use, the coals and the ceramicwalls may change
colour. This is quite normal and will not affect the safety or
performance of the fire.
A
t times of very windy weather or low voltage during peak
electricity demand, a slight click may be heard. This is caused by
the fan control switchin
g
between its boost and normal s
p
eeds.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Figure 1 Dimensions & clearances
See “Do”
above

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HOW TO LIGHT YOUR VALOR GAS FIRE
The controlsare shown in Figure 2.
•Check that the main isolating switch is on.
•Remove the bottom front cover (see figure 1).The controlsare behind this
cover.
•Check that the red indicator light is on.
•Press and hold in the “ON” switch. Within two seconds, the fan motor
should start and the indicator light should go out.
•Release the “ON” switch. The fan should continue to run.
•Depress the control knob and turn partially to the “PILOT/IGN” position
until you feel some resistance.
•Keep the knob depressed at this position for a few seconds to allow gas to
flow to the pilot.
•While keeping the knob depressed, turn to the “PILOT/IGN” position.
While turning, a spark should light the pilot. The pilot flame can be seen
below the round coal at the front left side.
•Keep the knob depressed at the “PILOT/IGN” position for a further ten seconds
then release it. The pilot flame should stay alight.
•Slightly depress the knob and turn it to “LOW”. Release the knob. Within a few
seconds the main burner should light at its low setting.
•Slightly depress the knob and gradually turn it towards “HIGH” until the burner is at
your desired setting. The burner flames will gradually increase until the knob is at the
“HIGH” position.
•If the spark ignition fails, the fire can be lit manually by inserting a lighted taper
alongside the left side wall inside the fire box (as shown in figure 3) and depressing
the controlknob at the “PILOT/IGN” position.
Note: If the fire goes out while setting the control, repeat the full lighting procedure. If
the fire repeatedly goes out, have the fire serviced.
HOW TO TURN OFF YOUR VALOR GAS FIRE
•To turn off the main burner but leave the pilot alight slightly depress the control knob
and turn to “PILOT/IGN”. Leave the fan switched on.
•To turn the fire fully off slightly depress the control knob and turn to “OFF”. Press the
“OFF” switch to turn the fan off. The indicator light will come on to show that the electrical
supply to the fire is live. If the fire is not likely to be used again for a long time we suggest
that the mains isolating switch for the fire is switched off.
•Wait at least three minutes after turning the fire off before relighting.
•While cooling, the coals may make some crackling noises. This is quite normal.
THE FLAME SENSING & FLUE BLOCKAGE SAFETY SYSTEM
•For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device which will shut
down the appliance in the event of abnormal flue conditions.
•This device will also shut down the appliance if the pilot flame goes out due to lack of
oxygen or for any other reason.
•The system includes a probe which senses the heat from the pilot flame.If this probe is cool,
the system will prevent any gas flow unless the control knob is kept depressed at the
“PILOT/IGN” position.
•The system also includes an atmospheric pressure detector. This will shut off the gas supply
if the fan is not working.
•If there is a blockage preventing the flow of exhaust fumes out of the flue, the fan will switch
to a high boost speedto attempt to clear the blockage.If the boost speed does not clear the
flue, the pressure detector will shut off the gas supply.
•If the flames go out, or if for any reason the fire is turned off when hot, always wait at least 3
minutes before attempting to relight.
•If this device starts to shut off the gas frequently please get expert advice.
•This device is NOT a substitute for an independently mounted Carbon Monoxide
detector.
Figure 3 Lighting with a taper
PART 2: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 2 The Controls

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GAS CONSUMPTION
Natural Gas models have a maximum gas input of 6.0kW (Gross) and a minimum gas input at
the low setting of 2.2kW (gross).
Propane Gas models have a maximum gas input of 6.1kW (Gross) and a minimum gas input at
the low setting of 3.6kW (gross).
CLEANING YOUR VALOR GAS FIRE
To maintain the high performance and quality finish of your Valor fire, please follow these
guidelines:
•Before attempting to clean the fire, please rememberto turn off the gas at the fire andthe
electricity at the isolating switch.
•Wait for the appliance to cool. The fire will retain heat for some time before cleaning can
begin.
Metal Parts
•Clean the metal parts with a slightly damp cloth and then dry.
•Do not use abrasive cleaners as these will scratch the fire surface.
Coals and burner compartment walls
•This product uses ceramic fueleffect pieces andburner compartment walls . Consequently, it
makes sense to take care when handling these articles so that the release of dust is kept to a
minimum.
•Light coatings of soot will usually be burnt off during the normal operation of the fire.
Should any soot accumulation become excessive, the fuel effect pieces and walls should be
removed from the fire for cleaning.
•Cleaning should be carried out in a well ventilated area or in the open air by gently brushing
with the pieces held away from your face so that you avoid inhaling the dust. We do not
recommend the use of a normal domestic vacuum cleaner which could damage the ceramic
items.
•We suggest that youremove the coals in the reverse order to that shown in the fuel bed
refitting instructions.
Ceramic burner
•Remove any soot or other foreign matter from the solid areas of the burner with a dry soft
brush.
•Be careful not to brush any particles into the open slots.
•Remove any particles from the slots with a vacuum cleaner fitted with a soft brush
attachment. Do not poke wire, etc. into the slots in the burner.
Flue terminal
•Keep the slots in the flue terminal onthe outside wallclear of any obstructions (leaves, snow
etc.)
Ventilation
•If any purpose made ventilation was provided for this appliance, make sure that it
is always free from any obstruction.
Flue ducts (Side flue models)
•The flue duct covers running along the wall can be cleaned with a slightly damp
cloth and then dried.
•The covers in front of the duct pipes and the metalbacking covers next to the
wall can be painted, if necessary, with any of the widely available primer and
finishing paints suitable for metal surfaces.
•The space behind the top back edge of the duct front covers must not be blocked
(See figure 4).The space is to allow cooling air to circulate along the ducting run.
PART 3: MAINTENANCE
Figure 4 Duct air gap

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FUEL BED REFITTING
If the fuel bedcomponents are dislodged or removed, they must be refitted as follows:
Only the fuel bed parts supplied with this appliance or authorised Valor replacements must be used. Never add extra coals above the number stated in
these instructions.
1. With its feather edge at
the top, place the ceramic
rear wall into the channel
at the back of the fire box.
Push the wall flat against
the rear of the fire box.
(See figure 5).
2. Place the two halves
of the front base coal in
the burner compartment
so that they rest on the
ledges at the sides and
front. Pull the coals
forward so that they are
immediately behind the
front rim of the burner
compartment (See fig. 6).
3. Place the rear base
coal in the burner
compartment behind the
front coal. Its rear face
should touch the rear
ceramic wall (See figure 7).
4. The ceramic side walls
are marked at the rear
bottom corners “L” (Left
side) & “R” (Right side).
Place the side walls against
the sides of the fire box
and in the recesses at the
sides of the base coals. The
markings “L” & “R”
should be at the back
bottom corners and facing
to the centre of the back of
the firebox (See figure 8).
5. Install the 5 loose
coals as follows. The
smooth surfaces of the
coals should be at the
bottom and back.
5.1 Select the two
largest coals. Place
them in the central
two valleys of the front
coal (See figure 9).
5.2 Place the three
remaining coals behind
and approximately
midway between each of
the coals in the front row
(See figure10).
Fig10 Middle row of coals
Fig. 9 Front row inner coals
Fig. 7 Rear base coal installation
Fig. 6 Front coal installation
Fig. 5 Ceramic rear wall
installation
Fig. 8 Ceramic side walls
installation

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GENERAL SERVICING
•In order to achieve high levels of personal safety and performance efficiency it is essential that
the flue terminal outside the building is kept clear of any form of obstruction.
•In the United Kingdom it is the law that a landlord must have any gas appliance and
pipework which is situated in a tenant’s premises checkedfor safety at least every 12 months.
We recommend that all gas appliances, wherever situated, are checked annually by a
competent person (In the UK, a CORGI registered installer).
•If you require your fire to be serviced, please contact Valor Service on 0121 386 6203 and
quote the following details;
a) - model name
b) - model no.
c) - appliance serial no. (To be foundon a plate tiedbelow the burner and behind the bottom
front cover)
•If you wish to replace any of the owner replaceable parts listed below,please contact
Valor Sales on 0121 386 6260 for your nearest stockist of these parts.
Description Part No.
Rear wall 545999
Front base coal halves 569449
Rear base coal 569459
Pack of5 top coals 569469
Right side wall 546039
Left side wall 546049
•When fitting replacement parts, follow the instructions contained in this guide.
•It is important that only Valor approved parts are used for maximumsafety.

a) Your Post Code.
b) Type of fire.
c) Model/Name.
d) Serial Number.
e) The fault, problem or request.
General advice about gas and your gas fire:
VALOR ADVICELINE 0345 626341.
To report faults or arrange for your fire to be serviced:
VALOR SERVICE 0121 386 6203.
To order spares or for sales information:
VALOR SALES 0121 386 6260.
CALLERS IN THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Call 0044 121 373 8111
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Safety First.
Valor fires are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British Standards and Safety
Marks.
Quality and Excellence.
At the heart of every Valor fire.
All Valor fires are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and excellence and are
manufactured undera BS EN ISO9001 quality systemaccepted by the British Standards
Institute.
The Highest Standards
Valor is a member of the Society of British Gas Industries which works to ensure highstandards
of safety, quality and performance.
Careful Installation
Valor is a Corgi registered company. All our gas fires must be
installed by a competent Corgi Registered Installer in accordance
with our Installer Guide and should not be fitted directly on to a
carpet or floor of combustible material.
Valor Heating, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given
in this publication.
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