Valor 495 Assembly instructions

600A737/02
MODEL 495
Radiant / Convector
Gas Fire
HIGHLIGHT
Code 4950 - Charcoal Case with Coals
Code 4951 - Autumn Brown Case with Logs
INSTALLER GUIDE
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This Installer Guide gives sufficient details to enable the appliance to be installed
and maintained. If further information is required, our Valor AdviceLine will
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These appliances are for use with natural gas
G20)
These appliances are for use in the United
Kingdom (GB) and the Republic of Ireland (IE)
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CUSTOMER CARE

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Page
Specification 4
Installation Conditions 4
Unpacking 6
Closure Plate
Fitting 7
Flue Pull Check 7
Fire Preparation 7
Ignition Spark Check 8
Fire Installation 8
Gas Supply Connection 8
Fitting Ceramic Fuel Effect Pieces 9
•Coal Effect 9
•Log Effect 12
Operation Check 13
Reference Pressure Check 13
Spillage Check 14
Outer Case Fitting 14
Final Checks & Owner Instruction 15
Servicing 16
•Window Unit 16
•Outer Case 16
•Fuel Effect 16
•Rear Burner Tube 16
•Front Burner Tube 16
•Electrode 16
•Pilot & Cross Lighting Burner 17
•Pilot Jet 17
•Gas
Tap 17
•Piezo Generator 17
•Greasing Tap 17
•Flue Switch 18
•Controls & Pipework Manifold 18
•Thermocouple 18
•Burner Injectors 18
•Short Spares List 19
CONTENTS

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1 SPECIFICATION
1.1 No component on this appliance is manufactured from asbestos or asbestos relatedproducts.
1.2 The appliance data badge is on the inner face of the back panel at the left side. There is also a label giving the
serial number on the right side of the outer case near the bottom.
1.3 Appliance data:-
The overall dimensions are shown in Fig.1
Gross Weight: 28.27kg
Net Weight: 25.37kg.
Burner type:Aerated front and rear simplex tubes with combined pilot and cross lighting burner.
Gas Type: Natural (G20)
Gas Connections: An RP1/4 (1/4in. B.S.P) elbow connector is provided for connection to the
appliance inlet pipe located at the centre back.
Gas input(Max. gross): With Logs - 5.80kW/h. With Coals 5.5kW/h
Injectors: Front burner -Bray Cat 18 Size 220
Rearburner- Bray Cat 77 Size 170
Pilot - Bray Cat 960 Size 25
Pressure Setting Cold: 17.6 + 0.75mbar (7.1 + 0.3in.w.g)
Aeration Adjustment: None required
Control Tap: Four position fitted with flame supervision device and integral piezo-electric igniter.
Pilot Unit: Right side of firebox. Combined Pilot jet, thermocouple sensor and Electrode.
Flue switch: Heat activated. At right side of downdraught diverter.
2. INSTALLATION CONDITIONS
2.1 The installation must be in accordance with these instructions.
For the user’s protection, in the United Kingdom it is the law that all gas appliances are installed by competent persons in
accordance with the current edition of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations. Failure to install the appliance
correctly could lead to prosecution. The Council for the Registration of Gas Installers (CORGI) requires its members to
work to recognised standards.
2.2 In the United Kingdom the installation must also be in accordance with:
a) All the relevant parts of local regulations.
b) The current edition ofthe Building Regulations issuedby the Department of the Environment and the Welsh Office
or the Building Standards (Scotland) (Consolidation) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department.
c) All relevant codes of practice.
d) The relevant parts of the current editions of the following British Standards:-
BS 715
BS 1251
BS 1289 Part 1
BS 1289 Part 2
BS 4543 Part 2
BS 5440 Part 1
BS 5440 Part 2
BS 5871 Part 1
BS 6461 Part 1
BS 6891
In the republicof Ireland the installation must also conform with the relevant parts of:
a) The current editions of:-
IS 813
ICP3
b) All relevant national and local rules in force.
2.3 The flue must have a minimum equivalent height of 3m.
The flue must serve only one fireplace.
The flue must be clear ofany obstruction.
Any damper or register place should be removed. If removal is not possible without carrying our structural work, the
damper orplate may be left inthe flue provided that it is permanently secured in the fully open position.
If the appliance is intended to be installed to a chimney which was previously used for solid fuel, the flue must be swept
prior to installation
The flue must be completely sealed so that combustion products do not come into contact with combustible materials
outside the chimney.
The flue and fireplace interiormust be clear of debris, brick up etc.

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Suitable flues are:-
a) 225mm x 225mm conventional brick flue. If a liner is used it must be 127mm (5in.) minimum diameter, The liner
must be sealed to the surrounding area above the fireplace opening and to the top of the chimney with an approved
terminal being used.
b) A precast concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS1289. This appliance is suitable for installations
conforming to older versions of BS1289 as well as the current edition. The flue blocks must have a minimum width
not less than 63mm and a cross-sectional area not less than 13,000mm2.Older editions of BS1289 required a cross-
sectional area of 13,000mm2. The current revision of the standard requires 16,500mm2. This appliance is suitable in
both cases.
c) A flue pipe 127mm (5in.) minimum diameterof -see B.S 6461 Part 1 for suitable materials. Metal flue pipes and flue
boxes must comply withB.S 715.
2.4 In the United Kingdom, no special ventilation bricks or air vents are required in the room for this appliance.
In the Republic of Ireland, ventilation must comply with the rules in force.
2.5 Any air supply entering the fireplace from below floor level must be completely sealed off.
2.6 This fire is only suitable for hearth mounting. The hearth must be non-combustible and at least 760mm wide x
300mm deep. The non-combustible hearth material must be at least 12mm thick. Its top surface should be preferably
50mm above floorlevel in orderto discourage the placing of carpets orrugs overit.
2.7 The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions:-
(a) Conventional fireplace:
Width: Max. 457mm
Min. 305mm
Height: Max. 650mm
Min. 508mm
Min. Depth: 165mm
(b) Pre-cast flue:
Width: Max. 457mm
Min. 305mm
Height: Max. 650mm
Min. 610mm
Min. Depth: 115mm
(c) Metal Flue box:
Width: Max. 457mm
Min. 380mm
Height: Max. 650mm
Min. 518mm
Min. Depth: 180mm
If a panel has to be fitted to the fireplace to meet the required opening sizes, it must be made of a non-combustible
material.
2.8 There must be a flat area 10mm minimum width outside each side and above the top of the closure plate to
enable the sealing tape to be properly secure. Note that the closure plate canbe cut if necessary -see section4.
2.9 This fire canbe fitted to apurpose made proprietary class "O" -100 C or 150 C surround.
2.10 The flue spigot and any spigot extension must be capable of passing through the closure plate by a least 25mm
with a minimum clearance of 50mm between its open end and the nearest obstruction. There must also be a minimum
clearance of 165mm between the back of the closure plate and the back of the catchment spare (Fig.2). The catchment
space below the flue spigot must extend at least 250mm downwards measured from the bottom of the flue spigot (Fig.2).
2.11 If the fire is to be fitted against walls with combustible cladding, the cladding must be removed from the area
shown in Fig.3.
2.12 Please note that soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyls etc.) are easily affected by hear. They may, therefore,
scorch or become discoloured when close to a heating appliance. Please bear this in mind when installing.
2.13 Aminimum side clearance of150mm measured from the case rearsides must be maintained on all installations to
allow easy operation ofthe control knob and to give access forremoving the outercase when servicing -see Figure 1.
2.14 The space between the fireplace front face and the back of the outer case must not be filled in - see figure 1.
2.15 Acombustible shelfmay be fitted overthe appliance providedthat the following conditions are satisfied:-
(a) In the case of a shelf not more than 150mm deep, there is at least 75mm clearance above the extreme top surface
of the fire.
(b) For a shelf of greaterdepth there is an additional clearance of 12.5mm for each extra 25mm of added shelf depth.
2.16 There is no restriction on the depth of non-combustible projections but a space of at least 50mm should be
allowedabove the top ofthe appliance to enable removal of the outer case.

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3. UNPACKING
The carton contains the following:-
1 Fire assembly
1 Set of ceramic fuel effects
1 Window trim
1 Closure plate
1 Flue spigot
1 Pack fixing screws
2 Plastic Caps for foot screws
1 Smoke match tube.
Remove all the items carefully to prevent damage. Some items may be contained in the packaging fitments - Examine
the packaging carefully before discarding. Check that allthe items are present andundamaged.
Fig. 1 Overall Dimensions
Fig. 2 Catchment Space
Fig. 3 Areato be free ofCombustible Cladding

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4. FIT THE CLOSURE PLATE
The closure plate (Fig 4) must be fitted andsealedto the opening using
a suitable heat resistant material. The air relief opening at the bottom
of the closure plate must not be reduced in size by cutting or covered
by sealing tape etc. (see Fig.5). If necessary cut straight across the top
of the closure plate so that it overlaps the opening by 25mm.
5. CHECK FOR FLUE PULL
Apply a lighted match orsmoke match to the flue spigot opening in the
closure plate and observe the smoke. If there is a definite flow into the
opening,proceedwith fitting the fire. If there is not a definite flow into
the opening, pre-heat the chimney for a few minutes and re-test for
flow. If there is still no definite flow, the chimney may require
attention. Do not fit the fire - seek expert advice.
6. PREPARE THE FIRE
6.1 Stand the fire upright.
6.2 Remove the window unit by detaching the knurled screws at
the sides near the top. Lift the window unit up to clear locations at the
bottom and place carefully aside (see Fig.6)
6.3 Remove the control knob by pulling clear of the gas tap
spindle
6.4 Detach the control bezel by removing the knurled screw
below the controlknob opening (see figure 1).
6.5 Remove the knurled screws at the case sides (see Fig.1)
6.6 Pull the bottom of the case forwards. Lift the case upwards to
clear the top rear brackets. Then lift forwards to clear. Place carefully
aside.
6.7 Fit the flue spigot to the back of the fire using the four screws
provided. Note: No spigot restrictor is necessary for this appliance. Fig. 6 Window Removal
Fig. 5 Closure Plate sealing
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. 4 Closure Plate

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7. CHECK IGNITION SPARK
The pilot electrode is situated at the right side of the firebox above the
rear port of the pilot and cross lighting burner - see figure 7.
Check that there is an ignitionspark at the pilot port.
7.1 Place the control bezel over the gas tap spindle and locate the
two pegs in the holes inthe gas tap bracket. The indicator mark on the
bezel will allow the rotation of the control knob at each setting to be
checked while the outer case is detached.
7.2 Fit the controlknob over the gas tap spindle.
7.3 To initiate a spark, depress the control knob. While keeping it
depressed,turnto IGN position. The spark should be produced while
turning.
7.4 If there is no spark produced during several attempts, check
that the electrode lead is properly connected to the electrode and that
the spark gap is correct. Replace parts, if necessary, as described in the
relevant servicing sections of this manual.
8. INSTALL THE FIRE
8.1 To prevent damage to the hearth, the fire is supplied with two plastic caps (in the accessory pack). Fit these caps
over the heads of the levelling screws.
8.2 Place the fire centrally onthe hearthensuring that the spigot lines up with the spigot hole in the closure plate and
gently slide into place. The spigot must enterthe closure plate to adepth ofat least 25mm.
8.3 If the fire is fitted to a recessed fireplace, an extension flue spigot up to a maximum total length of 125mm,
measured from the back of the fire, may be used. This must be a tight fit over the flue spigot and be secured by at least
two self tapping screws.
8.4 Level the fire by slackening the two lock nuts and turning the levelling screws in the front feet up or down as
required while they bear onthe hearth. When the fire is levelandsquare to the wall, retighten the locknuts.
9. CONNECT THE GAS SUPPLY
9.1 To gain access to the appliance connection point, the
centre panel in the firebox floor must be removed by
unscrewing four screws and lifting it clear (see fig. 8).
9.2 Prepare a suitable gas supply point adjacent to the fire.
9.3 Provision for isolation of the gas supply upstream of the
fire must be provided for safety and servicing.
9.4 The supply pipe must be of rigid material (e.g. copper).
A flexible connection must not be made.
9.5 The appliance inlet pipe is fitted with an RRP1/4
(1/4in.B.S.P) elbow connector the connection to the supply
pipe.
9.6 After connecting the supply line to the appliance,
pressure test the installation pipework for gas soundness in
accordance with the current editionof B.S 6891.
9.7 Refit the firebox floor panel.
Fig. 7 Pilot Ignition System
3-4mm
Fig. 8 Firebox Floor Panel Removal

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10 INSTALL THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT PIECES
10. Appliance code no.4950 is supplied with coalfueleffect pieces - see section10.1
Appliance code no.4951 is suppliedwithlog fuel effect pieces - see section10.2
10.1 Coal effect installation:
10.1.1 Locate the coal bed (embossed "A"on its underside) inthe firebox.
The back face should be against the rear of the firebox. The rear underside of
the coal bedshouldrest on the ledge at the back of the firebox. The vertical face
of the recess at the bottom front of the coal bed should be behind the black
front cross rail of the firebox. The extreme front of the coal bed should sit on
the top edge of the cross rail- see figure 9.
10.1.2 Position the front centre coal (embossed "B" on its underside) in
the well in the coal bedmarked "B"- see figure 10.
The narrow "nose" should locate in the "U" shaped valley at the front of
the coal bed. The "nose" should be behind the vertical ledge at the front
of this valley and should not rest on top of it. The bottom of the coal
should rest on the ridges at each side of the location well marked "B" in
the coal bed.
Fig.10 Coal“B” Location
Fig.9 Coal Bed“A” Location

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10.1.3 Position the front left coal (embossed "C" on its underside) in the well
in the coal bed marked "C" - see figure 11.
The narrow "nose" should locate in the "U" shaped cut-out at the front left of
the coal bed. The bottom of the coal should rest on the ridges at each side of
the location well marked "C" in the coal bed. The 'ear' at the rear right of coal
"C" should rest inthe depression in the ridge at the right side of the wall.
10.1.4 Position the rear right coal (embossed "D" on its underside) in
the well in the coal bedmarked "D" - see figure 12.
The pointed rear of the coal should rest o the ledge in the "V" cut-out at
the rear of the well in the coal bed marked "D". The other two corners of
the coal should rest on the ledges at the front and right side of the well in
the coal bed.
Fig.12 Coal“D” Location
Fig.11 Coal“C” Location