Valor CHURCHILL 32-810-58 User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20)
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM (GB) AND
THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE) ONLY.
This guide is intended to help you care for your gas fire. Please read thoroughly
before using and keep for future reference
For Service Phone [phone]
Manufactured exclusively for British Gas & Scottish Gas by Valor Heating, Wood
Lane, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP
This guide to be left with the owner
© Valor Heating
3002402/02
Churchill
Balanced Flue
(GC No. 32-810-58)
ROOM SEALED RADIANT/ CONVECTOR GAS FIRE
(Manufacturer ref. 4733)

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Safety First.
This fire is CE Approved and designed to meet the appropriate British Standards
and Safety Marks.
Quality and Excellence
This fire has been manufactured to the highest standards of quality and excellence
and was manufactured under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the
British Standards Institute.
The Highest Standards
The manufacturer is a member of the Society of British Gas Industries which works
to ensure high standards of safety, quality and performance.
Careful Installation
The manufacturer is a CORGI registered company. This gas fire 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.
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those
given in this publication

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LIST OF CONTENTS
SAFETY.....................................................................................................................4
1. GAS CONSUMPTION.....................................................................................7
1. GENERAL SPECIFICATION...........................................................................7
2. OPERATION .................................................................................................... 8
2.3 To light the pilot .................................................................................................8
2.4 To select the burner setting.................................................................................8
2.5 To turn off...........................................................................................................9
3. CLEANING.....................................................................................................10
3.1 To clean the inside of the window....................................................................10
3.2 Cleaning the coal pieces ...................................................................................10
3.3 Replacing the coal pieces .................................................................................11
4 SERVICING & MAINTENANCE ...............................................................15
CUSTOMER CARE
This gas fire is designed to meet the most stringent quality, performance and safety
requirements to provide our customers with many years’ trouble-free service.
Your owner guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your
gas fire by providing simple and informative instructions to ensure that you benefit
from the excellent performance and features it has to offer.

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SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS
DON’T SMOKE
EXTINGUISH ALL NAKED FLAMES
DON’T TURN ELECTRICAL SWITCHES ON OR OFF
TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE METER
OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS TO GET RID OF THE GAS
IMMEDIATELY CALL THE GAS EMERGENCY SERVICE - SEE YOUR
LOCAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
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. In the Republic of Ireland, installation must be
in accordance with all national and local regulations in force.
✔
✔✔
✔Have the fire installed in accordance with the installation instructions.
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✔Provide a minimum clearance as shown in graph 1 above the extreme top
surface of the fire to a shelf made of wood or other combustible material. Please
bear this in mind if you are making any alterations to the room.
Graph 1. Combustible shelf clearances.

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✔
✔✔
✔Provide the following clearance for combustible projections up to a depth of
178mm (Measured from the rear fixing plane of the fire). A minimum clearance
of 75mm should be maintained at the left and right side of the fire. This is
measured from the extreme side of the case. This will allow easy access to the
control knob and knurled nuts for removal of the outer case. This clearance is
mandatory for temperature requirements.
✔
✔✔
✔Provide the following clearances for combustible projections beyond 178mm
(Measured from the rear fixing plane of the fire). A minimum clearance of
100mm should be maintained at the left and right side of the fire. This is
measured from the extreme side of the case. This clearance is mandatory for
temperature requirements.
✔
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✔Provide the following clearances for non-combustible projections. (Measured
from the rear fixing plane of the fire). A minimum clearance of 75mm should be
maintained at the left and right side of the fire. This is measured from the extreme
side of the case. This will allow easy access to the control knob and knurled nuts
for removal of the outer case
✔
✔✔
✔Provide a suitable guard that complies with BS 6539 or 6778 for the protection of
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.
✔
✔✔
✔Wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the fire is switched off or the
flames are extinguished for any reason. Your fire is fitted with a safety device
that will automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if, for any reason, the
flames go out.
✔
✔✔
✔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 you are considering
redecorating.
✔
✔✔
✔Keep the flue terminal on the outside wall free from all obstructions and
blockages.
DON’T
HHang clothing, towels or any other fabrics over the fire.
HUse the fire without the glass window panel in position or with damaged glass.
HAdd any additional coals on to the ceramic fuel pieces supplied with the fire.
This could cause a safety hazard.

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HUse the fire without the ceramic fuel bed and rear wall correctly in position or if
they are damaged.
HAttempt to put paper or any other material on the fire.
HPlace any carpet, rug or other soft surface material under or within 300mm
forward of the appliance over its full width side-to-side. (Although this fire does
not have to be on a non-combustible hearth, such soft materials could interfere
with the air flow into and through the bottom of the heater)
HAttempt to clean or service the fire until it has been switched off and allowed to
cool completely.
HAttempt to clean the bright metal interior of the firebox with metal polish or
other abrasives. After a little time the firebox will colour. This is quite normal.
Please Note
•As with all windows, the glass may need to be cleaned both outside and inside
from time to time. The window and frame on this appliance has, therefore been
designed to be customer removable allowing you to clean it without having to
call in a service engineer. Details of how to remove the window unit are given
further on in this booklet.
•When operating your fire for the first time, some vapours may be given off
which may cause a slight odour and could possibly set off any smoke alarms in
the immediate vicinity. These vapours are quite normal with new appliances.
They are totally harmless and will disappear after a few hours use.

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1.GAS CONSUMPTION
1. GENERAL SPECIFICATION
The fire has a maximum gas input of 4.9 kW (Gross).
The fire has a maximum heat output of 3.54 kW (Gross).
The fire has a minimum gas input of 2.2 kW (Gross).
The fire has a minimum heat output of 1.59 kW (Gross).
The overall dimensions are shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 Overall dimensions

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2. OPERATION
2.1 The pilot may be left alight. It is advisable, however, that the pilot is turned
off if the premises are to be left unoccupied for a lengthy period.
2.2 For your safety the fire is fitted with a Flame Supervision Device which will
shut off the gas supply if for any reason the pilot goes out. This device incorporates
a fixed probe that senses the heat from the pilot flame. If the probe is cool the
device will prevent any gas flow unless the control knob is held down. (See the
following lighting instructions).
2.3 To light the pilot
Warning: If the pilot flame is extinguished either intentionally or unintentionally,
do not attempt to relight the gas until at least 3 minutes have elapsed.
2.3.1 Depress the control knob. While keeping it depressed, turn to IGN position.
Turning the control should normally cause two consecutive sparks to occur which
should ignite the pilot gas. A click should be heard while turning each time a spark
is generated. The pilot flame can be seen by looking through the gap at the front of
the right side front coal - see figure 3.
2.3.2 When the pilot is alight, keep the control knob depressed for a few seconds to
prevent the flame supervision device from shutting off the gas supply while its
probe warms up, as explained above, then release it. If the pilot does not remain
alight turn the knob back to OFF, wait a
few seconds and repeat the lighting
sequence.
2.4 To select the burner setting.
When the pilot is alight, partially depress
the knob and turn to position 1. Both
main and decorative flame burners should
light at their lowest setting. The
decorative flames should just be visible.
Turn the control knob gradually to your
desired setting. Both burners should
gradually increase in output until at MAX
position the main burner is at its greatest
heat output and the decorative flames are
at their full magnitude.
Figure 2. The control

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2.5 To turn off
2.5.1 To turn the main and decorative
flames off but leaving the pilot alight,
depress the control knob partially, turn
clockwise to IGN and release the knob. If
any resistance is felt at position 1 when
turning, release the downward pressure on
the knob before continuing to turn.
2.5.2 To turn the pilot off, depress the
control knob at the IGN position, turn
clockwise to OFF and release the knob.
Figure 3. Pilot viewing Opening

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3. CLEANING
All cleaning should be carried out when the fire is cold. Normally, the fire should
only need dusting. Any stains on the glass can be removed with a non-abrasive
cleaner such as a ceramic hob cleaner. Abrasive cleaners should never be used.
3.1 To clean the inside of the window.
3.1.1 Detach the case front by removing the knurled screws and washers at the case
sides (see figure 1).
3.1.2 Pull the bottom of the case forwards and then lift to remove.
3.1.3 Remove the window unit by detaching the 12 wing nuts securing the frame
(see figure 4) and pulling forward.
3.1.4 Clean the window carefully using a suitable cleaner in accordance with the
instructions supplied with the cleaner.
3.1.5 Replace the window unit ensuring that the seal around the frame is not
damaged or misplaced. Secure with the 12 wing nuts tightening them evenly.
3.1.6 Replace the case front.
3.2 Cleaning the coal pieces
3.2.1 This product uses a fuel effect piece containing Refractory Ceramic Fibres
(RCF), which are man-made vitreous silicate fibres. Excessive exposure to this
material may cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Consequently,
it is important to take care when handling this article to ensure that the release
of dust is kept to a minimum.
3.2.2. Although light coatings of soot are
usually burnt off during normal use, the
coal may benefit from occasional
cleaning.
3.2.3 Should any soot accumulation
become excessive, the fuel effect piece
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 that may blow dust back into the
air.
Figure 4. Window Removal

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If for any reason the coal pieces require cleaning,
proceed as follows: -
3.2.4 Remove the case front and window as
described above.
3.2.5 Carefully lift the coal pieces out of the
firebox and place them on a piece of cardboard or
similar.
3.2.6 Carefully clean the upper and lower surfaces
of the coals with a soft brush or vacuum using a
soft brush attachment.
3.2.7 Replace the coal pieces as described below.
3.3 Replacing the coal pieces
3.3.1 Place the fuel bed (embossed 'A'
underneath) in position. The front edge of the fuel
bed locates under the flange of the locating strip at
the base of the firebox. See figure 5.
Figure 5. Fuel Bed “A”
Location

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3.3.2 Place the front right coal
(embossed 'B' underneath) in position.
The flat bottom front face of the coal
should rest on the metal ledge
immediately behind the bottom front
of the firebox opening. Slide the coal
to the right side. See figure 6.
3.3.3 Place the front left coal
(embossed 'C' underneath) in
position at the side of the first coal.
The flat bottom front face of the
coal should rest on the metal ledge
immediately behind the bottom
front of the firebox opening.
3.3.4 Close any gap between the
two front coals by sliding them
together to meet at the centre. See
figure 7.
Figure 7. Front Left Coal “C”
Location
Figure 6. Front right coal “B”
Location

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3.3.5 Place the rear right coal
(embossed 'D' underneath) in position
as shown in figure 8.
Figure 8. Rear right coal “D” Location.

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3.3.6 Place the rear left coal (embossed
'E' underneath) shown in
figure 9.
3.3.7 Replace the window unit ensuring
that the seal around the frame is not
damaged or misplaced.
Secure with the 12 wing nuts tightening
them evenly.
3.3.8 Replace the case front.
Figure 9. Rear left coal “E” Location

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4 SERVICING & MAINTENANCE
Servicing
•In order to achieve and maintain 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.
•We recommend that all gas appliances and their flues, are checked annually by a
competent person (in the UK a CORGI registered installer).
•In the United Kingdom it is the law that a landlord must have any gas appliance,
flue and pipework which is situated in a tenant’s premises checked for safety at
least every twelve months.
•If you require your fire to be serviced, please contact British Gas or Scottish
Gas.
Telephone [phone] and please quote the following details which can be
found on the data label located on the left hand side of the back panel.
a) Model and GC number
b) Appliance serial number
The following owner replaceable parts are available.
Please quote the part number when ordering.
Part No. Description No. Per Fire
0525269 Set of 4 coals 1
0525259 Coal Bed only 1
0525159 Window Unit 1
0533249 Wing nut for window unit 12
0514679 Knurled nut for case front 2
When fitting replacement parts, follow the instructions contained in this guide.
It is important that only approved parts are used for maximum safety.