Valor Sunfire Assembly instructions

5109300/01
INSTALLER GUIDE
INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner
© Valor Heating
S u n f i r e
MODEL 337
(GC No. 32-032-31)
RADIANT/CONVECTOR
GAS FIRES
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.
Manufactured exclusively for British Gas & Scottish Gas by Valor Heating
For Service Phone [phone]

CONTENTS
1 SAFETY 3
2 LIST OF ACCESSORIES 3
3 APPLIANCE DATA 4
4 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 5
5 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION 11
5.1 Unpacking 11
5.2 Fireplace Flue Pull 11
5.3 Appliance Preparation 12
5.4 Fit The Closure Plate 13
6 APPLIANCE INSTALLATION 14
6.1 Installing To A Hearth 14
6.2 Wall Mounting 14
6.3 Gas Supply Connection 15
6.4 Radiants Installation 15
6.5 Flue Restrictor Adjustment 15
7 CONTROL & PRESSURE CHECKS 16
7.1 Check Control Settings 16
7.2 Flame Supervision & Spillage Monitoring System 16
7.3 Check Reference Pressure 17
8 OUTER CASE FITTING 17
9 SPILLAGE CHECK 18
10 FINAL REVIEW 19
11 SERVICING & PARTS REPLACEMENT 20
11.1 To Replace Radiant(s) 20
11.2 To Remove the Outer Case 20
11.3 To Replace the Pilot Unit 20
11.4 To Remove the Piezo Generator 21
11.5 To Remove The Complete Burner Module, Pipes and Pilot 21
11.6 To Grease the Gas Tap 22
REPLACEMENT PARTS – SHORT LIST 22
Valor Heating, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP
www.valor.co.uk
Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly
from those given in this publication.
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1 SAFETY
Installer
 Before continuing any further with the installation of this appliance please read
the following guide to manual handling
The lifting weight of this appliance is 15.5Kg
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.
2 LIST OF ACCESSORIES
Description Part number
Spigot extension 0595191
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3 APPLIANCE DATA
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.
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Gas Natural (G20)
Inlet Pressure 20mbar
Gross Heat Input Max. 5.6kW (19,100Btu/h)
Min. 1.25kW (4,300Btu/h)
Burner Test Pressure (Cold) 17.95+0.75mbar
(7.2+0.3in w.g.)
Gas Connection 8mm pipe
Burner Injector Upper Bray Cat. 16 Size 120
(Centre Radiant)
Lower Bray Cat. 28 Size 250B
(Outer Radiants)
Pilot & Atmosphere Sensing Device OP9093
Ignition Twin spark Piezo-electric,
integral with gas tap
Aeration Non-adjustable

4 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
4.1 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.
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 British Standards:-
BS 715 BS EN 1806 BS 5440 Part 2 BS 6891
BS 1251 BS 4543 Part 2 BS 5871 Part 1
BS 1289 Part 1 BS 5440 Part 1 BS 6461 Part 1
 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 also conform to the relevant parts
of:
 The current edition of IS 813 “Domestic Gas Installations”
 All relevant national and local rules in force.
Where no specific instructions are given, reference should be made to the relevant
British Standard Code of Practice.
4.2 If the appliance is intended to be installed to a chimney that 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.
4.3 Any chimney dampers or restrictors should be removed. If removal is not
possible they must be fixed in the open position.
4.4 Normal adventitious ventilation is usually sufficient to satisfy the ventilation
requirements of this appliance. In GB reference should be made to BS 5871 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.
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4.5 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.
4.6 The minimum allowable distance from the outside of the appliance case to a
corner wall having combustible material or any other combustible surface which
projects beyond the front of the appliance is 50mm at either side. See figure 1. No side
clearance is necessary to non-combustible surfaces.
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Figure 1 Dimensions & clearances

4.7 Allow a minimum clearance of 90mm from the top surface of the appliance case
to the underside of any shelf whether it is made from combustible or non-combustible
materials. This clearance is necessary to allow the case to be lifted off for servicing and
also allows the owner sufficient access to operate the control knob.
For a shelf made from wood or other combustible materials deeper than 150mm, the
minimum clearance must be as shown in graph 1.
4.8 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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Graph 1 Shelf clearances

4.9 In the United Kingdom, as supplied, this appliance can be installed in the
following situations: -
Note: A spigot extension is available (Part number 0595191). When fitted this shall
extend through the closure plate for at least 15mm and have a minimum clearance of
50mm from the end to any surface.
4.9.1 Conventional Fireplace
The fireplace opening must be within the following dimensions:
Width Max. 440mm
Min. 305mm
Height Max. 610mm★
Min. 525mm
★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” 150°C surround.
4.9.2 Wall Mounted
The wall opening must be within the following dimensions:
Width Max. 440mm
Min. 305mm
Height Max. 610mm★
Min. 350mm
★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 appliance must be at least 50mm above the finished floor covering.
See figure 1. This requires the top of the opening to be at least 575 mm above the
finished floor covering. Any opening visible below the appliance may be closed in but
the depth of the catchment space within the wall opening must be as shown in figure 2.
4.9.3 Precast Flues
The appliance can be installed to a fireplace that has a properly constructed precast
concrete or clay flue block system conforming to BS1289 or BS EN 1806. The
appliance is suitable for installations conforming to older versions of BS1289 as well as
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the current standards. 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. 440mm
Min. 305mm
Height Max. 610mm1
Min. 525mm2
1Though 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.
2Any opening visible below the appliance may be closed in.
4.9.4 Metal Flue Box
The appliance can be installed to a metal flue box conforming to BS715 Section 6 (For
gas fires to BS5258: Part 5) having a minimum internal depth of 165mm.
The opening must be within the following dimensions:
Width Max. 440mm
Min. 380mm
Height Max. 610mm★
Min. 525mm
★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.
4.10 The following flues are suitable:
 225mm x 225mm conventional brick flue.
If a flue liner is used, it must be a minimum of 125mm diameter. The liner must be
sealed to the surrounding area above the fireplace opening and to the top of the
chimney. An approved terminal must be fitted.
 A properly constructed precast flue conforming to B.S 1289 or BS EN 1806.
 A flue pipe with a minimum diameter of 127mm. See B.S 6461 Part 1 for suitable
materials. Metal flue pipes must comply with B.S 715. See section 4.9.4 of this guide
for flue box opening sizes.
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4.10.1 The flue must conform to BS 5440: Part
1 in design and installation.
The flue, measured from the bottom of the
fireplace opening to the bottom of the terminal,
shall be not less than 3m in actual vertical
height. When calculated in accordance with BS
5440: Part 1 Annex A, the minimum equivalent
height of the flue shall be 2.0m of 125mm dia.
flue pipe.
4.10.2 The flue must be clear of any
obstruction and its base must be clear of debris.
4.10.3 The flue must be completely sealed so
that combustion products do not come into
contact with combustible materials outside the
chimney.
4.10.4 The flue must serve only one fireplace.
4.10.5 Proprietary terminals must comply with
BS 715 or BS 1289. Any terminal or
termination must be positioned in accordance
with BS 5440 Part 1 to ensure that the products
of combustion can be safely dispersed into the
outside atmosphere. Where the appliance is connected to an unlined brick chimney it is
generally unnecessary for the chimney pot to be replaced or for a terminal to be fitted
unless the flue has a diameter smaller than 170mm.
4.11 If the fireplace opening is an underfloor draught type, it must be sealed to stop
any draughts.
4.12 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 also 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.
4.13 The front of the fireplace should be flat over an area sufficient to ensure a good
seal with the closure plate. The flat surface should extend for a height equal to that of
the closure plate plus 20mm and for a width equal to that of the closure plate plus
40mm.
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Figure 2 Fireplace catchment
space.