Valor BRAVA 348 Instructions for use

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5134763/02
Model 348
BRAVA
RADIANT / CONVECTOR GAS FIRE
Incorporating the VALOR CONTROL
(G.C. No. 32-032-90)
INSTALLER AND OWNER GUIDE
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We trust that this guide gives sufficient details to enable this appliance to be
installed, operated and maintained satisfactorily. However, if further information is
required, our Valor Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.
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In the Republic of Ireland Telephone [phone].

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THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20).
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS THIS FIRE TO BE CONVERTED TO LPG.
AN LPG KIT DOES NOT EXIST FOR THIS GAS FIRE.
THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).

Safety First.
Valor fires are CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British Standards
and Safety Marks.
Quality and Excellence.
All Valor fires 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.
The Highest Standards
Valor is a member of SBGI and HHIC (Heating and Hot water Industry Council) that
work to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance.
Careful Installation
This gas fire must be installed by a competent GAS SAFE REGISTER operative in
accordance with this installer guide.
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FOR OWNER GUIDE SEE PAGES 32 TO 47
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CONTENTS
Section Heading Page
INSTALLER GUIDE 4 - 31
OWNER GUIDE 32 - 47
1. IMAGE 7
2. SAFETY AND UNPACKING 7
3. LIST OF ACCESSORIES 8
4. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NOx 8
5. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 9
5.1 Regulations, Standards and Law. 9
5.2 Ventilation. 10
5.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD). 10
5.4 Room considerations. 10
5.5 Chimney preparation. 11
5.6 Fireplace preparation. 11
5.7 Fireplace clearances. 12
5.8 The flue spigot. 13
5.9 The hearth. 13
5.10 Installation options. 14
5.11 Fireplace opening size. 15
5.12 Flues. 16
6. PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 16
6.1 Unpacking. 16
6.2 Appliance preparation. 17
6.3 Fitting the battery. 17
6.4 Ignition. 18
6.5 Fireplace flue pull. 18
6.6 Fitting the closure plate. 18
7. APPLIANCE INSTALLATION 19
7.1 Installing to a hearth. 19
7.2 Wall mounting. 19
7.3 Gas supply connection. 20
7.4 Radiants installation. 20
7.5 Flue restrictor adjustment. 21
8. CONTROL AND PRESSURE CHECKS 22
8.1 Check control settings. 22
8.2 Flame supervision and spillage monitoring system. 23
8.3 Check reference pressure. 23
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9. FASCIA FITTING 24
9.1 To fit the closure plate baffle. 24
9.2 To fit the fascia. 24
10. SPILLAGE CHECK 25
11. FINAL REVIEW 26
12. SERVICING AND PARTS REPLACEMENT 27
12.1 To replace radiant(s). 27
12.2 To remove the fascia. 27
12.3 To remove the electronic igniter unit. 28
12.4 To remove the pilot unit. 28
12.5 To remove the injectors. 28
12.6 To remove the burner only. 28
12.7 To remove the complete burner module, pipes and pilot. 29
12.8 To remove the gas flow rate controller. 29
12.9 To remove the ‘T’ piece. 30
12.10 To remove the shut-off valve assembly. 30
12.11 To grease the gas flow rate controller. 31
12.12 To remove the slider mechanism. 31
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1. IMAGE
2. SAFETY AND UNPACKING
Installer
Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read the
following guide to manual handling:
 The approximate lifting weight of this appliance is 20.6 kg (including ceramic
radiants).
 One person should be sufficient to lift the fire. 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. Do not lean forward or sideways whilst
handling the fire.
 Always grip with the palm of the hand. Do not use the tips of fingers for support.
 Always keep the fire as close to the body as possible. This will minimise the
cantilever action.
 Use gloves to provide additional grip.
 Always use assistance if required.
This appliance does not contain any component manufactured from asbestos or
asbestos related products.
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3. LIST OF ACCESSORIES
Description Part number
Spigot extension 0595191
Control knob extension kit 5138166
4. APPLIANCE DATA, EFFICIENCY AND NO
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3.1 Appliance data.
The appliance information label is on the inner face of the back panel at the lower left
hand side. It is visible when the fascia is removed.
3.2 Efficiency.
The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS 7977 - 1 and
the result is as below:
Model Efficiency % (Gross)
348 Brava Fireslide 74.0
The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency calculation. The
test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by GL Industrial
services (0087). The efficiency value may be used in the UK Government's Standard
Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.
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Gas Natural (G20)
Inlet Pressure 20mbar
Input - Max. (Gross) 5.4 kW (18,424 Btu/h)
Input - Min. (Gross) 2.7 kW (9,212 Btu/h)
Burner Test Pressure (Cold) 17.8 + 0.75mbar (7.14 + 0.3in w.g.)
Gas Connection 8mm pipe
Burner Injector - Upper (Centre Radiants) Cat 28 - 170
Burner Injector - Lower (Outer Radiants) Cat 28 - 170
Pilot & Atmosphere Sensing Device COPRECI 21100/235-HK
Ignition Electronic spark generator
Aeration Non-adjustable
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The conversion of net efficiency to gross was achieved by multiplying the net
efficiency by the following conversion factor from Table E3 of SAP 2005, rounding
down to the nearest whole number.
3.3 NOx
The natural gas 'weighted' NOxresult is 295.4 mg/kWh which equates to a
NOx class 2 when tested in accordance with clause 6.5.5. of BS 7977-1.
5. GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Regulations, Standards and Law.
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. GAS SAFE REGISTER require their members to work to
recognised standards.
In the United Kingdom the installation must also be in accordance with:
All the relevant parts of local regulations.
All relevant codes of practice.
The relevant parts of the current editions of the following Standards:
BS 715 - Specification for metal flue boxes for gas-fired appliances not
exceeding 20kW.
BS EN 1856 Part 1 - Chimneys – Requirements for metal chimneys.
BS EN 1806 - Chimneys – Clay/ceramic flue blocks.
BS 5440 Part 1 - Flueing and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not
exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases).
Specification for installation of gas appliances to chimneys and
for maintenance of chimneys.
BS 5440 Part 2 - Installation and maintenance of flues and ventilation for gas
appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd
and 3rd family gases).
BS 6891 - Installation of low pressure gas pipework of up to 35mm (R1
¼) in domestic premises (2nd family gas) - specification.
BS 1251 - Fireplace components.
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Gas Conversion factor from net to gross efficiency
Natural Gas 0.901
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BS 5871 Part 1 - Specification for the installation and maintenance of gas fires,
convector heaters, fire/back boilers and decorative fuel effect
gas appliances. Gas fires, convector heaters, fire/back boilers
and heating stoves (2nd and 3rd family gases).
BS EN 1858 - Chimneys – Components – Concrete flue blocks.
BS EN 15287 Part 1 - Chimneys. Design, installation and commissioning of
chimneys. Chimneys for non-room sealed heating appliances.
In England and Wales, the current edition of the Building Regulations issued by
the Department of the Environment and the Welsh Office.
In Scotland, the current edition of the Building Standards (Scotland) Regulations
issued by the Scottish Executive.
In Northern Ireland, the current edition of the Building regulations (Northern
Ireland) issued by the Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland.
In the Republic of Ireland the installation must be carried out by a competent
person and installed in accordance with:
a) The current edition of IS 813 “Domestic gas installations”.
b) All relevant national and local rules in force.
c) The current building regulations.
Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant
British Standard Code of Practice.
5.2 Ventilation.
Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation
requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5440 Part 2
and in IE reference should be made to the current edition of IS 813 “Domestic gas
Installations” which makes clear the conditions that must be met to demonstrate that
sufficient ventilation is available.
5.3 The Atmosphere sensing device (ASD).
The appliance is fitted with an A.S.D (Atmosphere sensing device). If the appliance
closes down after a period of operation for no apparent reason, the consumer should
be informed to stop using the appliance until the installation and appliance have been
thoroughly checked. The A.S.D will shut the appliance down if an unacceptable
amount of harmful products of combustion accumulate. Under no circumstances
should the A.S.D be altered or bypassed in any way. Only genuine manufacturer’s
replacement parts should be fitted.
5.4 Room considerations.
5.4.1 The appliance must not be installed in any room, which contains a bath, or
shower or where steam is regularly present.
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