Valor regency 328 Release note

RADIANT / CONVECTOR
GAS FIRES
Favourite
MODEL 322
Firelite
MODEL 328
&
Regency
MODEL 328
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20) AT A
SUPPLY PRESSURE OF 20mbar (8 in w.g.)
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM (GB) AND
THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE) ONLY
We trust that these instructions give sufficient details to enable this appliance to be installed and maintained satisfactorily. However if
further information is required, our Valor advice line will be pleased to help.
Ring 0345 626 341 (local call rates apply).
INSTALLATION & SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLER: Please leave these instructions with the owner
600B520/02
April 2000
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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 under a BS EN ISO 9001 quality system accepted by the British Standards Institute.
The Highest Standards
Valor is a member of the Society of British Gas Industries which works to ensure high standards 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
© Valor Heating
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given in this publication.
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Appliance dimensions................................................................................................................3
INSTALLER SECTION.................................................................................................................4
Appliance data............................................................................................................................4
General installation requirements..............................................................................................4
Unpacking & pre-installation preparation..................................................................................7
Carton contents .........................................................................................................................7
Fireplace flue pull check ...........................................................................................................7
Appliance preparation................................................................................................................7
Closure plate fitting....................................................................................................................8
Appliance installation.................................................................................................................9
Installing to a hearth..................................................................................................................9
Wall mounting............................................................................................................................9
Gas supply connection ..............................................................................................................9
Fitting the radiants.....................................................................................................................9
Full operating checks.................................................................................................................9
Control setting check.................................................................................................................9
Fitting bottom panel & trims ...................................................................................................10
Spillage check..........................................................................................................................10
Fitting dress guard...................................................................................................................11
Final review..............................................................................................................................11
Servicing & parts replacement ................................................................................................11
Replacing radiants ...................................................................................................................12
Access to burner, pilot, tap, etc...............................................................................................12
Replacing pilot.........................................................................................................................12
Removing burner, tap & pilot ..................................................................................................12
Replacing gas tap or injectors.................................................................................................12
Replacing piezo generator .......................................................................................................12
Greasing gas tap......................................................................................................................13
Removing complete fire...........................................................................................................13
Spares short list.......................................................................................................................13
LIST OF CONTENTS
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Figure 1. Appliance Dimensions
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This appliance does not contain any component
manufactured from asbestos or asbestos related
products.
The appliance data label is on the inner face of the
back panel at the lower left hand side. It is visible
when the outer case is removed.
Gas: Natural (G20)
Inlet pressure: 20mbar (8in. w.g.)
Input - Max: 5.28kW (18,000Btu/h)
(Gross) Min: 1.25kW (4,300Btu/h)
Output - Max: 3.2kW (10,900Btu/h)
Min: 0.56kW (1,900Btu/h)
Burner injectors:
Upper (Centre radiant) Bray cat 28 size 120
Lower (Outer radiants) Bray cat 28 size 250B
Burner test pressure
(cold): 18.3mbar (7.2in w.g.)
Inlet pipe connection: Rp1/4 (1/4” BSP)
Pilot & Atmosphere
sensing device SIT ref. OP9044
Ignition: Piezo electric
Integral with gas tap
Aeration: Non-adjustable.
2.1 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.
In the United Kingdom the installation must
also be in accordance with:
A. These instructions.
B. All the relevant parts of local regulations.
C. The current edition of the Building Regulations
issued by the Department of the Environment
and the Welsh Office or the Building
Standards (Scotland) Regulations issued by
the Scottish Development Department.
D. All relevant codes of practice.
E. 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 Republic of 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.
2.2 The appliance must not stand on a carpet or
any other combustible material.
If a panel has to be fitted to the fireplace opening to meet the
required opening sizes shown in these instructions it must be
made of non-combustible material.
2.3 The appliance can be installed in the
following situations.
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INSTALLATION & SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
2. GENERAL INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENTS
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2.3.1 Conventional fireplace and hearth
The appliance can be installed to a fireplace
complete with surround and hearth.
The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions:
Width: Max. 457mm
Min: 305mm
Height Max: 610mm*
Min. 510mm
* Though the total height of the closure plate
will accommodate a maximum opening
height of 650mm, heights above 610mm
will leave the closure plate and sealing tape
visible above the appliance.
The appliance must be mounted on a non-combustible hearth
(N.B. conglomerate marble hearths are considered as non-
combustible). The hearth must be at least 880mm wide x 300mm
deep. The hearth material must be at least 12mm thick. The
periphery of the hearth (or fender) should be at least 50mm above
floor level to discourage the placing of carpets or rugs over it.
The appliance can be fitted to a purpose
made proprietary class “O” - 100“C or O”-
150°C surround.
2.3.2. Wall mounted
The appliance can be wall mounted.
The appliance is not suitable for installation
on combustible walls.
The opening must be within the following
dimensions:
Width: Max. 356mm
Min. 305mm
Height: Max. 610mm*
Min. 376mm
* Though the total height of the closure plate
will accommodate a maximum opening
height of 650mm, heights above 610mm
will leave the closure plate and sealing tape
visible above the appliance.
The bottom of the fire must be at least
102mm above the finished floor
covering. This requires that the top of the
opening must be at least 612mm above the
finished floor covering.
2.3.3. Precast flue
The appliance can be installed to a fireplace
that has a precast concrete or clay flue block
system conforming to BS1289. The
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.
The chimney should be one or two storeys
high but not less than 3m
vertical height and be correctly terminated.
No mortar fangs between the blocks should
be extruded into the flueway. If raking blocks
are used, they must be fitted in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Mortar
must not be allowed to drop down and
accumulate in the raked positions.
The fireplace opening must be within the
following dimensions:
Width: Max. 457mm
Min: 305mm
Height Max: 610mm*
Min. 610mm*
2.3.4. Metal flue box
The appliance can be installed to a metal flue
box complying with the
constructional requirements of the current
edition of BS715.
The opening must be within the following
dimensions:
Width: Max. 457mm
Min: 380mm
Height Max: 610mm*
Min. 510mm
*Though the total height of the closure plate
will accommodate a maximum opening
height of 650mm, heights above 610mm
will leave the closure plate and sealing tape
visible above the appliance.
2.4. Flues
Suitable flues are:
a) 225mm x 225mm conventional brick
flue. If a liner is used, it must be a minimum
of 127mm (5in.) diameter. The liner must be
sealed to the surrounding area above the
fireplace opening and to the top of the
chimney and have an approved terminal.
b) A properly constructed precast flue
conforming to BS1289 (See
section.2.2.3.)
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c) A flue pipe with a minimum diameter of
127mm (5in.). See BS6461 Part 1 for
suitable materials.
Metal flue pipes must comply with
BS715. See section 2.2.4. for metal flue box
requirements.
2.4.1. The flue must have a minimum equivalent
height of 3m.
2.4.2. The flue must serve only one fireplace.
2.4.3. Any damper or register plate should be
removed. If removal is not possible without
carrying out structural work, the damper or
plate may be left in the flue provided that it
is permanently secured in the fully open
position
2.4.4. If the appliance is intended to be installed to
a chimney which was
previously used for solid fuel, the flue must
be swept clean prior to
installation. All flues should be inspected for
soundness and freedom from blockages.
2.5 If the fireplace opening is an underfloor
draught type, it must be sealed to stop any
draughts.
2.6. The flue spigot and any spigot extension
must be capable of passing through the
closure plate by at least 25mm with a
minimum clearance of 50mm between its
open end and the nearest obstruction.
There must be a minimum clearance of
165mm between the back of the
closure plate and the back of the catchment
space.
The catchment space below the flue spigot
must extend at least 250mm downwards
measured from the bottom of the flue
spigot.
See figure 2.
2.7. The front face of the fireplace should be
reasonably flat to ensure that a good seal
can be made with the closure plate.
2.8. The minimum clearance from the top
surface of the appliance 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.
2.9. The minimum allowable distance to a corner
wall or other projection at either side of the
appliance is 100mm.
2.10 The space between the back of the outer
case and the front face of the
fireplace must not be filled in.
2.11. Note that soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed
vinyl, etc.) are easily affected by heat. They
may scorch or become discoloured when
close to a heating appliance. Please bear
this in mind when installing.
2.12. An extractor fan may only be used in the
same room as this appliance, or in any area
from which ventilation for the appliance is
taken, if it does not affect the safe
performance of the appliance. Note the
spillage test
requirements detailed further on in this
manual. If the fan is likely to affect the
appliance, the appliance must not be
installed unless the fan is
permanently disconnected.
2.13. No special ventilation bricks or vents are
required in the room for this
appliance.
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3.1 CARTON CONTENTS
The carton contains:
1 Fire assembly
3 Radiants (In pack in radiant box)
1 Closure plate
1 Floor plate
1 Flue spigot
1 Spigot restrictor
4 Screws for spigot
1 Set of installation & users instructions
Carefully remove the contents. Check that
all the listed parts are present and in
satisfactory condition.
3.2. FIREPLACE FLUE PULL
After preparing the fireplace, apply a
lighted match, paper or smoke match to
the chimney opening. Observe the smoke.
If there is a definite flow into the opening
continue with the installation. If there is
not a definite flow, preheat the chimney for
a few minutes and recheck If there is still
no definite flow, the chimney may need
attention. Do not fit the appliance. Seek
expert advice.
3.3. APPLIANCE PREPARATION
Stand the fire on its base.
3.3.1. Remove the dress guard by pressing down
the two hooks at the top. Tilt the guard
forward and lift out.
3.3.2. Remove the two (one each side) side trim
retaining screws which are located in the
bottom edge of the hood just above the
side trims. Remove the side trims by
pulling forward and up to clear the
retaining slots.
3.3.3. Lift up the bottom panel and pull forward to
clear.
3.3.4. Remove the radiant pack.
3.3.5. Remove any protective film from all the
bright trims.
3.3.6. Check ignition spark
Before attempting to install, it is worth
checking that the piezo electric spark
ignition system operates satisfactorily.
To initiate the spark, depress the control
knob and while keeping it depressed, turn to
the 1/IGN position. A spark should track from
the electrode pin to the thermocouple tip. If
there is no spark or incorrect tracking, check
the spark gap between the electrode wire and
thermocouple tip
(see figure 3) . If the spark
gap is correct, check the ignition wiring.
3. 3.7. Fit the flue spigot to the back of the fire
using four screws provided. The fire is
supplied with a spigot restrictor which is
intended for use where the flue draught is
excessive. The restrictor must not be fitted
to a flue with an effective height less than
4m or where a precast flue is used. Where
the restrictor is required, fit it, at this stage,
between the flue spigot and the back of the
fire. There may, however, be certain
exceptional circumstances where fitting
the restrictor causes the fire to fail the
spillage test (see section 5.3.4). In such
cases the restrictor will have to be
removed.
3.3.8. If the fire is fitted to a recessed fireplace,
an extension flue spigot up to a maximum
total length of 125mm may be used. The
extension must be a tight fit over the flue
spigot and be secured by two self tapping
screws. Note the minimum clearance
required as shown in
figure 2 .
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INSTALLATION PREPERATION
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3.4. FITTING THE CLOSURE PLATE (Figures 4 & 5)
3.4.1. If a centre gas pipe connection is required
cut an opening at the bottom of the closure
plate. (The gap between the pipe and the
opening in the closure plate should be
sealed with tape after connection,)
3.4.2. Hearth mounting (figure 5)
The closure plate must be fitted and sealed
to the hearth and fireplace opening using a
suitable heat resistant material. If necessary
cut the closure plate. Leave the closure plate
sufficiently large to overlap the fireplace
opening by 25mm. Make sure that the
rectangular air relief openings are fully
within the fireplace opening.
3.4.3 Wall mounting (Figure 6)
The closure plate must be fitted and sealed
to the fireplace opening using a suitable heat
resistant material. If necessary cut the
closure plate. Leave the closure plate
sufficiently large to overlap the fireplace
opening by 25mm. Make sure that the
rectangular air relief openings are fully
within the fireplace opening.
The bottom of the fire must be at least
102mm above any carpet or other floor
covering. To achieve this, the bottom of the
closure plate must also be at least 102mm
above the finished floor covering. The centre
of the flue spigot hole will be at least 486mm
above the finished floor covering.
1. To improve appearance, remove the
front adjustment screws from the bottom
bar of the fire.
2. Place the closure plate over the fireplace
opening in its proper position.
3. Mark the positions of the four wall fixing
holes. Use only the lower of the top two
pairs of holes.
4. Remove the plate. Drill and plug the wall
using no. 10 wall plugs.
5. Put the closure plate back in position.
Make sure that the holes line up with the
wall plugs. Seal the plate to the wall with
suitable heat resistant tape.
3.4.4. Check the flue pull with closure plate fitted
by applying a lighted match or smoke match
to the flue spigot opening in the closure
plate and observe the smoke. If there is a
definite flow continue with the installation. If
not check the fitting of the closure plate. The
fireplace flue pull check described in section
3.2 should have confirmed that the fireplace
itself is satisfactory.
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4.1. INSTALLING TO A HEARTH
4.1.1. Place the fire centrally on the hearth making
sure that the spigot lines up with the spigot
hole in the closure plate. Gently slide the
appliance into place. The spigot must enter
the closure plate to a depth of at least 25mm
(see figure 2) .
4.1.2. Level the appliance on the hearth by
slackening the two locknuts and
turning the levelling screws in the bottom
cross bar up or down as required while they
bear on the hearth. When the fire is level and
square to the wall, retighten the locknuts.
4.2. WALL MOUNTING
4.2.1. Fit two no. 10 x 2in. long woodscrews in the
top two fixing holes. Do not screw fully
home at this stage. Leave about 12mm of
screw protruding.
4.2.2. Lift the fire and angle it backwards to engage
the support brackets on to the top fixing
screws. Carefully pivot the fire downwards
to engage the flue
spigot in the closure plate.
4.2.3. Fit two screws through the bottom spacing
brackets and into the lower
fixing holes. Fully tighten all four screws.
4.3. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
4.3.1. An Rp1/4 (1/4in. B.S.P.) elbow connector is
provided. This can be revolved through 360°
to the connection position required. If a rear
centre connection is required through an
opening cut in the closure plate (see
section 3.4.1.), seal the gap between the
plate and the pipe with tape after
connection.
4.3.2. Provision for isolation of the gas supply
must be provided upstream of the appliance
for safety and servicing.
4.3.3. The supply pipe must be of a rigid material
(e.g. copper). A flexible connection must not
be made.
4.3.4. Pressure check the installation pipework for
gas soundness in accordance with the
current edition of BS6891.
4.3.5.Fit the floor plate ensuring that the rear tabs
locate in the slots in the back panel. and the
front of the plate rests on the flange at the
back of the bottom cross bar
(see figure 7) .
Fitting the plate will be easiest if its right side
is first fed in behind the gas tap and
thermocouple and the left side of the plate is
then swung into the fire.
4.4. FITTING THE RADIANTS
Fit the radiants ensuring that they rest
against the rear support bar and that their
bottom front edges are behind the retaining
tags near the front of the radiant box.
5.1. CHECK CONTROL SETTINGS
5.1.1 Depress the control knob and turn
anticlockwise partially towards the 1/IGN
position until some resistance is felt. Keep
depressed at this position for a few seconds
to purge air from the system then, while
keeping it depressed, turn fully to the 1/IGN
position. A spark should be generated at the
pilot while turning. The spark should ignite
the pilot.
5.1.2. When pilot ignition has been achieved, keep
the control knob depressed for
approximately ten seconds to allow the
thermocouple probe to warm up and then
release it. If the pilot does not remain alight,
ensure that the air has been purged, that the
pilot orifice is clear and that the
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5.FULL OPERATING CHECKS
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thermocouple connections are sound.
Replace the pilot unit if necessary (see
servicing section of this manual).
5.1.3. Check all the control settings.
These 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.
5.1.4. Check reference pressure
The appliance is pre-set to give the correct
heat input at the inlet pressure shown in
section 1 of this manual. No adjustment is
necessary. Check the burner pressure by
fitting a pressure gauge at the test point. The
test point is on the gas tap. Check the
pressure with the appliance alight and set at
maximum output (Control position 5).
After checking, turn off the appliance.
Remove the pressure gauge and replace the
test point sealing screw. Relight the
appliance. Turn to the maximum output
position and test around the sealing screw
for gas soundness with a suitable leak
detection fluid.
5.2. FIT THE BOTTOM PANEL & TRIMS
5.2.1. Refit the bottom panel. Make sure that the
slots in the sides of the panel locate fully
over the pegs at the sides of the main case.
5.2.2. Refit the two side trims and tighten their
securing screws.
5.3. SPILLAGE CHECK
A spillage check must be made before
leaving the installed appliance with the
customer.
5.3.1 Close all doors and windows in the room
containing the appliance.
5.3.2 Light the appliance and set the control knob
to the maximum position (Position 5).
5.3.3 Leave the appliance on for five minutes.
5.3.4 Place the smoke match tube horizontally
under the top lip of the radiant box and at
least 50mm away from the sides of the
radiant box. See figure 8.
The installation is satisfactory if the smoke
is drawn into the appliance. If the smoke is
not drawn into the appliance, leave the
appliance alight at the maximum setting for
a further ten minutes and then repeat the
test. If the smoke is still not drawn into the
appliance, inspect the sealing of the closure
plate. If the sealing is satisfactory but the
appliance is installed with the flue restrictor
(see section 3.3.7), remove the restrictor,
reseal the appliance and retest. If smoke is
still not drawn into the appliance Disconnect
the appliance and seek expert advice.
5.3.5 If the above test is satisfactory, open all
internal connecting doors, hatches, etc. in
the room. Keep all doors and windows that
open to the outside of the building closed.
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