Valor OXYSAFE CONTOUR 3290 User manual

USER’S INSTRUCTIONS
For the
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MODEL 3290 - TEAK FINISH
&
SILHOUETTE
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SILHOUETTE
MODEL 3291 - MAHOGANY FINISH
MODEL 3297 - BLACK ASH FINISH
Radiant / Convector Gas Fires
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20)
AT A SUPPLY PRESSURE OF 20mbar (8in w.g.)
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM (GB)
AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE) ONLY
This booklet is intended to help you use and care for your Valor gas fire. Please read thoroughly before using
and keep for future reference.
600A592/02

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CAUTION
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
1. As with any gas appliance, this fire must be installed
by a competent person in accordance with the Gas
Safety (installation & use) regulations 1994 as
amended.
2. If the fire is intended to be installed to a chimney
which was previously used for solid fuel, please
note that the chimney must be swept prior to
installation.
3. On no account must the fire stand on carpets or
other combustible materials. The fire must stand
behind a non-combustible hearth surface at least
880 mm wide and 300mm from front to back. The
hearth material must be at least 12.5mm thick. The
top surface should be 50mm above floor level to
discourage placing carpets, rugs or other
combustible materials over it.
4. The minimum clearance from the top surface of
the fire to the underside of any shelf made from
wood or other combustible materials is as follows:-
•For a shelf up to 150mm deep
Minimum height = 203mm
•For a shelf deeper than 150mm
203mm + 12.5mm for every 25mm depth
over 150mm.
5. It should be appreciated that although this
appliance conforms to all the applicable standards,
it is a heating appliance and certain parts of its
surface will become hot. A suitable guard which
complies with BS 6539 or 6778 should be used for
the protection of young children, the elderly and
the infirm. Such a guard is also recommended for
theprotection of pet animals.
6. Always switch the fire off and allow to cool before
cleaning or carrying out any maintenance.
7. Never hang clothing, towels or any other fabrics
over the fire.
8. This fire is fitted with a device which will
automatically shut off the supply of gas to the fire
if, for any reason, the pilot goes out. If this device
does operate or if the fire is turned off accidentally
or intentionally, always wait three minutes before
attempting to relight.
9. 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 when having a heating appliance installed
and when redecorating.
Please note
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 normalwith new appliances. They are totally
harmless and will disappear after a few hours use.
It is quite common for the radiants to take on a brown tint
after a period of use. This is normal with all types of ceramic
radiant and has no adverse effect whatsoever on the
performance or safety of the appliance.

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OPERATING THE FIRE
The flame sensing device.
For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a device which will
automatically shut off the gas supply to the fire if the pilot
flame goes out. It will also shut off the gas supply if the flue is
blocked or if there is not enough ventilation. If this device
starts to frequently shut offthe gas, get expert advice.
This device incorporates a probe which senses that the heat
from the pilot flame is correct. If this probe is cool, the device
will prevent any gas flow unless the control knob is held down
at the ignition position.
If, for any reason, the flames go out when the fire is hot or if
the fire is turned off when hot, always wait at least three
minutes before attempting to relight.
To light and operate.
Depress the control knob and turn anticlockwise towards the
1/IGN position (Figure 1). A spark should be generated at the
pilot while turning. The spark should ignite the pilot. The
pilot flame can be seen through the opening immediately
below the centre radiant (Figure 2).
Keep the knob depressed for about 10 seconds to allow the
flame sensing probe to warm up before turning to your
desired heat setting.
(If the pilot does not light or remain alight, turn the control knob to
OFF and try again. In the unlikely event of failure of the ignition
mechanism, the pilot can be lit with a long match or taper as described
below.).
The control knob can then be set at your desired heat level.
The settings are:
Knob
Position
2 Centre radiant on low. Outer radiants off.
3 Centre radiant on full. Outer radiants off.
4 Centre radiant on full. Outer radiants on low.
5 All radiants on full.
To turn off, partially depress the knob and turn clockwise to
OFF.
Match or taper lighting
If the ignition system will not light the pilot, the fire can be lit
with a long match or taper.
Depress and turn the control to the !/IGN position. Keep the
knob depressed and insert the lighted match or taper into the
pilot viewing opening (figure 2.
When the pilot has been lit, keep the control knob depressed
for approximately ten seconds to allow the flame sensing
probe to warm up and then release it.).
For your ownconvenience, have the heater serviced as soon as
possible.
CLEANING
Turn the fire off and allow it to cool before attempting any
cleaning.
Normally the fire will only need dusting. The bright metal
trims may be cleaned with a damp cloth and dried with a soft
duster. Obstinate marks can be removed from the guard and
trims using soapy water. Never use abrasive cleaners.
The radiants can be cleaned with a soft brush - see below for
how to remove the radiants.
Figure 1 Control
Figure 2 Pilot viewing opening

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REPLACING THE RADIANTS(See figure 3)
Turn the fire off and allow it to cool before attempting to remove
the radiants.
Remove the dress guard by pressing down the two hooks at
the top. Tilt the guard forward and lift out.
Lift the radiant upwards to clear the metal retaining tab then
pull out bottom first.
Fit the new radiant by inserting its top under the top lip of the
radiant box then swing the bottom of the radiant over and
behind the retaining tab. The back of the radiant should rest
against the rear support barsand the bottom front edge should
be behind the retaining tab.
Replace the dress guard. Locate the bottom of the dress guard
in the two holes in the bottom panel apron. Push the guard
back so that the two spring projections at the top of the guard
engage in the slots under the front decorative canopy.
Always use the correct type of replacement radiant. Ask for Valor
part number 544649 (GC No. 125 164).
MAINTENANCE
Debris from the chimney
The opening at the back of the appliance must be always kept
clear of obstruction. If the chimney has previously been used
for coal fires or is of normal construction it is possible that
loose mortar and soot can fall behind the appliance. This, in
time, may build up until the flue becomes restricted or even
blocked. The chimney should be checked annually to ensure
continued clearance of the combustion products and to ensure
that no excessive build up of soot or other debris occurs. The
appliance should be serviced regularly in order to ensure good
mechanical operation.
It is important that this work is carried out by a competent
person such as a CORGI registered installer.
General servicing
If you require any attention to your fire, contact your supplier
mentioning the model name and number. It will also be
helpful if the appliance serial number is quoted. This will be
found on a label on the right hand side of the case near the
bottom.
Figure 3 Dress guard & radiant removal

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