Valor Wellington User manual

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This guide should be read in conjunction with the installer and owner guide
supplied with the fire / heater.
This guide is intended to help you install your surround. Please read carefully before
installing. However, if further information is required, our
Valor Fires Technical Helpline will be pleased to help.
Telephone [phone] (National call rates apply in the United Kingdom)
In the epublic of Ireland call 01 842 8222.
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INSTALLATION G IDE
Wellington
Surround
When fitted with the gas
rails, this surround is
designed for a back
panel that has a
maximum depth of 25mm

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SAFETY
-When drilling into brick work always wear safety goggles, a dust mask, and
always work in a well ventilated area.
-Keep children clear of work area.
-Always read the installer and owner guide supplied with the fire / heater. This
guide should be read in conjunction with those supplied with the fire / heater.
-Always tidy loose electrical leads in the work area.
-Always switch off electric power when not needed.
-The surround must always be fixed into position.
HANDLING AND NPACKING
Before continuing any further with the installation of this surround please read the
following:
Important instructions.
-The approximate lifting weight of the surround is 23.5 kg.
-The surround is heavy and we recommend that two people lift it. If for
any reason the weight of either 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. Always bend from the knees rather than
the waist. Do not lean forward or sideways whilst handling.
-Always grip with the palm of the hand. Do not use the tips of fingers for support.
-Always keep the surround as close to the body as possible. This will
minimise the cantilever action.
-Use gloves to provide additional grip.
-Always use assistance if required.
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CONTENTS
ASSEMBLING THE S RRO ND
The installation of this surround requires a reasonable level of DIY skills.
Please read this guide thoroughly before commencing installation and if in
doubt, seek help from a competent person
Do I need any tools?
You will need the following tools:
- A Pozidrive / Phillips / cross head screwdriver. This should have a number 2 size
tip.
- If drilling into brick work you will need a power drill (preferably with hammer action)
and appropriate size drill bit for the wall plugs supplied.
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Figure 1. Contents (Items are not to scale. Any components extra to those above
can be discarded).

How to assemble the Surround.
Step 1. Removing the gas rails for installations with electric heaters.
-For installations with electric heaters lay the surround (A) onto a smooth, flat, clean
surface with the inside facing upward. Unscrew and remove the gas rails as in figure
2.
Step 2.
- Place wall fixing brackets (B) 100mm from the top outside edge of the legs as
shown in figure 3. Secure in place using four screws (C).
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Figure 3. Fitting the Wall Brackets to the Surround legs.
Figure 2. emoving the gas rails

Step 3.
-Carefully move the surround into place.
-Mark the positions of the bracket holes on the wall.
-Move the surround aside and drill suitable sized holes. Insert the wall plugs* (D).
-Place the surround into position and secure using two screws (E).
*Note: The wall plugs are only suitable for brick or block walls. For timber framed
walls covered in plaster board we recommend the use of heavy duty cavity fixings.
Step 4. Fitting the fire / heater.
For full fitting instructions see the installer and owner guide supplied with the fire /
heater. Please note that where applicable we do not recommend screw fitting the fire
/ heater to the Valor solo-pro back panel and hearth, but recommend the cable
retention method instead.
Caring for your Surround.
-DO wipe any spills off immediately to limit possibility of staining.
-DO clean regularly with a soft damp cloth.
-DO NOT use abrasive cleaners.
-DO NOT allow prolonged exposure to water.
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