Focal Point Excelsior Guide

INSTALLATION AAND UUSER

INSTRUCTIONS

All iinstructions mmust bbehhanded ttouuser ffor ssafekeeping

Revision B - 08/04

Country(s) of destination - GB/IE

Focal Point Fires plc, Avon Trading Park, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2BT

Tel: 01202 499330 Fax: 01202 499326

www.focalpoint.co.uk

e-mail: [email protected]

Excelsior

Flueless Inset

Fuel Effect Gas Fire

Manual or Remote control

Blenheim Elegance

Lulworth

Appliance is shown in a variety of styles and finishes

INSTTALLATTION IINSTTRUCTTIONS

PPrreelliimmiinnaarryyNNootteessBBeeffoorreeIInnssttaallllaattiioonn

This is a High Efficiency, Flueless, Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance. It provides radiant and con-

vected warmth both efficiently and safely utilising the latest type catalytic converter burner

technology.

This fire incorporates a combustion monitoring system (Oxygen Depletion Sensor). It must

not be adjusted or put out of operation. If replaced then manufacturers original parts must be

used. The fire is designed to fit various types of situations as listed in the Installation

Requirements.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and only used in a suf-

ficiently ventilated space.

A minimum of 100cm

(15.5 in

)

purpose provided ventilation is

required for this appliance, an openable window or louvre is also required. This appliance is

factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the pressure stated on the appliance data

plate.

The room size should be a minimum of 30m3(1059ft3) to allow adequate circulation of air and

ensure the correct operation of the fire when installed in a living room. This volume may

include adjacent spaces but these spaces must not be separated by a door. In order to con-

vert from cubic feet (ft3) to cubic metres (m3) divide the room volume (in ft3) by 35.3. This

appliance is intended as a secondary source of heat only, and should not be used in a room

without some form of background heating present.

The appliance must not be installed in a bedroom, bathroom or any sleeping area. The appli-

ance does not require a flue system of any type as the catalytic converter cleans the com-

bustion products to provide a complete combustion system which is intrinsically safe.

The appliance must be installed by a competent person in accordance with Gas Safety

(Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 or rules in force. It is strongly recommended that a

CORGI registered engineer is used for this purpose as they are the only persons approved by

the HSE under the above regulations.

On initial lightup of a new appliance, the ‘newness’ smell will burn off within the first few

hours of operation. During this period some smoke may be emmited from outlet louvres, this

should be no cause for concern. Accordingly, the room should be well ventilated during this

period.

Read all these instructions before commencing installation.

IMPORTANT NNOTES

This fire is an Inset Live Fuel Gas Fire, providing radiant and convected warmth. It is designed to operate on

Natural Gas following factory set adjustments, (see Data Plate on appliance for gas type and pressure).

It is the LAW that all gas appliances and fittings are installed by a competent person (such as a CORGI registered

fitter) and in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British

Standards for Installation, Codes of Practice and the Manufacturers' Instructions. The installation shall also be

carried out in accordance with the following regulations:

The Building Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, the Building Standards (Scotland)

(Consolidation) Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Department.

Relevant BBritisshsstandardssiinssofar aasstthe rrelevant aareassaare nnot ccovered bbytthesseiinsstrucctionss.

Note: FFor RRepubliccoofIIreland, rreferenccesshould bbemmade ttotthe rrelevant sstandardssggoverninggiinsstallation. ((IS

813: 11996))

Failure to comply with these regulations could lead to prosecution and deem the warranty

invalid.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and used only in a suf-

ficiently ventilated space. A minimum of 100cm

(15.5 in

) purpose provided ventilation is

required for this appliance, an openable window or louvre is also required. To reduce the pos-

sibility of draughts entering the room via the air vent, we recommend the use of "Black Hole"

or "Vortex" type vents featuring internal baffles.

Consult ALL instructions before installation and use of this appliance.

This appliance is free from any asbestos material. Refractories and coal bed are constructed

from ceramic fibre.

Secction ContentssPaggeNNo.

1.0 Important NNotes 1

2.0 Appliance DData 2

3.0 Installation RRequirements 2

3.1 Room Sizing 2

4.0 Site RRequirements 2

4.1 Ventilation 3

5.0 Unpacking tthe AAppliance 4

5.1 Component Checklist 4

6.0 Appliance IInstallation 4

6.1 Preparing the Appliance 4

6.2 Gas Supply Routes 5

6.3 Installation Method 1 5

6.4 Installation Method 2 6

6.5 Installation Method 3 7

7.0 Gas SSupply 8

8.0 Final CCavity BBox FFixing 8

Secction ContentssPaggeNNo.

8.1 Cable Fixing 9

9.0 Fuel BBed 99

10.0 Fitting DDecorative HHood/Frame 10

11.0 Testing aand CCommissioning 10

11.1 Operating the Appliance 10

11.2 Spark Failure 11

11.3 Setting Pressure 11

12.0 Briefing tthe CCustomer 12

13.0 Servicing 12

13.1 Cleaning the Coals 12

13.2 Servicing the Burner Tray 13

13.3 Pilot Assembly 13

13.4 Catalytic Converter 13

13.5 Testing for Firebox Leakage 14

14.0 Troubleshooting GGuide 14

User IInstructions

1.0

INSTALLATION RREQUIREMENTS

The fire has been designed to be installed in two main applications; either to fit into a suitable opening created

in the inner leaf of an outside wall or false chimney breast/extended fire surround built to conceal the appliance.

The appliance can also be fitted into an unserviceable or inoperative fireplace served by a disused natural

draught flue. It is recommended that the old flue should be partially sealed off to prevent draughts, however

some ventilation will be required in the old flue to prevent condensation and dampness.

The cavity box and firebox must be installed onto a suitable non-combustible insulating surface at least 12 mm

thick covering the entire base area of the box. The fire must be used with a back panel capable of withstanding

150°C minimum. Any combustible materials directly behind the fire frame (or back panel) and close to the cav-

ity box of the fire must be removed and replaced with non-combustible material such as cement, browning,

'Superlux' board or equivalent materials.

ROOM SSIZING

The room size should be a minimum of 30m2(e.g. 11’6” x 11’6” x 8’) to allow adequate circulation of air and

ensure the correct operation of the fire. To calculate a room size in cubic metres (m3) divide the room volume

in cubic feet (ft3) by 35.3.

SITE RREQUIREMENTS

The appliance may be installed by one of the following methods:

1. Fitment against the inner face of a house wall with a suitably constructed false chimney breast or

rebated fire surround to enclose the depth of the fire. If a timber false chimney breast is construct

ed, clearances and insulation must be as for a timber constructed wall.

2. Insertion into a purpose made opening in the inner leaf of a cavity wall or a disused conventional

fireplace opening. Bridging the cavity may cause unwanted moisture to track to the inside of the

house from the cavity and therefore should be avoided. Protection from moisture and falling debris

above the cavity box should be provided. If in doubt consult local building control officers.

3. Installation into a timber framed house wall using clearances and insulation as described in the

appropriate section. If in doubt, consult local building control officers.

The opening dimensions for insetting the appliance must be;

WIDTH ::

between 410 mm and 440 mm and

HEIGHT ::

between 560 mm and 580 mm high. The opening must be within these sizes for the full depth of the

cavity box in non-combustible applications. Applications involving combustible materials e.g. timber battens in

false chimney breasts, must use appropriate clearances and insulation methods as described in the relevant sec-

tion of these instructions.

APPLIANCE DDATA

Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H

Inlet Pressure 20 mbar

Max Energy Input Gross 2.6 kW

Net 2.35 kW

Max Gas Rate 0.25 m3/h

Min Energy Input Gross 1.5 kW

Net 1.35 kW

Pilot Energy Input Gross 166 W

Net 150 W

Setting Pressure High 7.0 mbar (+/-0.25 mbar). Cold

7.5 mbar (+/-0.25 mbar). Hot

Low 2.0 mbar (+/-0.25 mbar). Cold

2.8 mbar (+/-0.25 mbar). Hot

Main Injector Burner Stereo. Size 60 / Bray Cat 82 - 280

Gas Inlet Connection 8 mm compression

Ignition Piezo spark

Spark Gap 4.0 mm (± 1.0mm)

Weight 20 Kg

Please ssee DData BBadge aaffixed ttoaappliancceffor ccurrent ddata.

This aappliancceiisffor uuse oonlyywwith tthe ggas ttyype, aand aattthe ppressure sstated oontthe aappli-

ancceDData BBadge.

2.0

3.0

3.1

4.0

SITE REQUIREMENTS (continued)

Opening

DEPTH

must be 145 mm or greater. Opening

DEPTH

includes any plaster, cement or infill/back pan-

els that form part of the installation.

In the event that the fire is sited in a disused or unserviceable fireplace served by a natural draught flue, any exist-

ing under grate draught device should be sealed off to prevent loss of heat or creation of draughts. The pas-

sageway into the flue should be partially sealed to prevent excessive draughts, however some ventilation will be

required in the old flue to prevent condensation and dampness. Advice should be sought from your local build-

ing control officer.

If a concealed gas connection is to be made, the supply pipe should always be sleeved through walls and floors

using the shortest possible route. It is possible to install the gas supply from the side of the hearth and round into

the cavity but use only factory sleeved pipe. A length of no more than 1.5m of 8mm diameter pipe must be used

to avoid unnecessary pressure drops.

The wall for the opening must be non-combustible or prepared as described in the relevant section. Bare plas-

terboard must be protected by non-combustible plaster or replaced with non-combustible material (e.g. Superlux

board). Any gap between wall boards and the wall must be filled using glass fibre insulation, silicone mastic or

similar material to prevent heat ingress.

If the appliance is to be installed as a 'hole in the wall' fire it does not require any hearth as such, providing it is

mounted more that 150mm (6") above floor level. NOTE: Depending on the fret and trim type supplied with the

fire, a suitable non-combustible ledge for placement of the fire front will be required.

The appliance requires a hearth with a non-combustible surface of at least 12 mm thick, projecting 100mm from

the front of the appliance. The top surface must be at least 50 mm above the surrounding floor level or be sur-

rounded by a raised edge or fender 50 mm high.

Any type of fire surround used with this appliance must be adequately sealed to the wall and floor to prevent

excess draughts from around the back of the fire. The temperature rating of any surround used must be 150°C

minimum.

A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given

below.

The shelf depth may be greater but the height must also be increased accordingly. An increase in height of 25

mm is required for every 12.5 mm of additional shelf depth. For shelves that are too low protective devices can

be used such as metal heat deflectors, but it must be assured that the shelf does not reach an unacceptable tem-

perature before relying on such a solution. A non-combustible shelf may be fitted to within 100mm of the top

edge of the fire frame, but any articles placed on it must also be tolerant of high temperatures.

Combustible materials such as wood may be fitted to within 100mm (4in) of either side of the fire frame / trim,

providing the forward projection does not exceed 100mm (4in). Any combustible sidewalls must be at least

500mm to the side of the radiant heat source.

As with all heating appliances any decorations, soft furnishings and wall coverings (i.e. flock, blown vinyl and

embossed paper) positioned too close to the appliance may discolour or scorch.

VENTILATION

A minimum of 100 cm2purpose provided ventilation is required for this appliance. An openable window or lou-

vre is also required. The requirements of other gas appliances operating in the same room or space must be

taken into consideration when assessing ventilation.

Any ventilation fitted must comply with BS 5871 part 2 and BS 5440 part 2 insofar as the relevant areas are not

covered by these instructions. Ventilation fitted under or within immediate vicinity of the appliance must not be

used as it may adversely effect performance of the ODS system. The appliance MUST NOT be installed in a bed-

room, bathroom or any sleeping area. For Republic of Ireland, see relevant rules in force.

Maximum ddepth oofsshellf MMinimum ddistancceffrom hhearth ttouunderside oofsshelf

180mm 850mm

100mm 790mm

4.0

4.1

UNPACKING TTHE AAPPLIANCE

Stand the carton the right way up, cut the strapping bands and remove the top endcap. Read ALL these instruc-

tions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance.

Remove the box containing the cast front fret, and the box containing the ceramic coals and other ceramic

firebed components. Remove the cardboard packing pieces and any other bags or boxes containing fittings or

other parts. When all loose parts have been removed, the outer sleeve may be lifted off to reveal the appliance.

Check that the components supplied against the component checklist. Please dispose of all the packaging mate-

rials at your local recycling centre.

COMPONENT CCHECKLIST

QUAANTITY DESCRIPTION

1 Cavity box, firebox and burner assembly fitted with glass panel

1 Decorative frame

1 Hood

1 Cast front fret with separate ashpan door

1 Moulded ceramic fibre combustion fuel bed

1 Ceramic pad set

1 Sealing grommet

1 Cable fixing kit

1 Screw and rawl plug pack

1 Set of manufacturers instructions and warranty card

APPLIANCE IINSTALLATION

Note: EEnssure tthat tthe ggassssupply iissiissolated bbefore ccommenccinggiinsstallation ooftthe aappliancce.

The fireplace opening and environment must be in compliance with specifications laid down in the appropriate

sections of these instructions.

PREPARING TTHE AAPPLIANCE

Remove the appliance from its carton as described previously and stand on a dustsheet. Remove the glass panel

and place it and the coals, ceramics and fixings safely to one side.

Lay the fire on its back. Remove the firebox assembly from the cavity box by removing the fixings provided on

the front of the firebox frame. Place the firebox to one side for the time being.

Knock out holes are provided in the rear and sides of the cavity box for use where concealed pipework is

required. Note: Knock out holes are also provided in the sides of the inner firebox if a side-entry pipe routing is

required, but it is not necessary to seal these holes with gromments. Knock out the appropriate hole in the cav-

ity box with a sharp tap from a hammer and fit the rubber grommet supplied. A small incision can now be made

in the rubber to slip snugly around the outside of the supply pipe and sleeving.

Note: DDonnot iinsstall ooruussetthe aapplianccewwithout tthisssseal iinpplacce.

5.0

5.1

6.0

6.1

GAS SSUPPLY RROUTES

The gas supply may enter the fire over the

hearth or by concealed connection behind

the fire.

Following preparation of the fixing method,

the concealed gas supply (if required), can

now be installed. When the opening is ready

for installation the gas supply can be routed

(examples are shown in the following dia-

gram). If the gas pipe has been sleeved the

ends of the sleeving must be sealed. The end

of the 8mm pipe should be temporarily sealed to prevent the ingress of debris during fixing. An isolator cock or

or restrictor elbow must be fitted to the incoming supply to facilitate servicing.

Concealed pipes should not be routed through walls without being protected by sleeving or conduit.

For Installation Method 1 (mounting against a wall) the supply can be routed in the normal manner. For

Installation Method 2 (insetting into the inner leaf of a cavity wall) use only factory sleeved pipe in a continuous

unjoined length in the cavity of the wall and areas that communicate with the cavity. This is a permitted gas sup-

ply pipe routing.

INSTALLATION MMETHOD 11((against aannon-ccombustible iinside wwall)

Thissmmethod rrequiressnnommodificcationssttotthe iinternal wwall oofaapproperty aand iissaacchieved bbyuussinggeeither aa

ssurround wwith eextended rrebate ooraaffalssecchimney bbreasstoofmminimum 1145mm iinternal ddepth.

A false chimney breast should be installed, taking into account any guidance given in the section on timber

framed buildings as far as insulation and clearances are concerned. As a general rule, when the false chimney

breast is constructed from combustible materials the cavity box must be separated from any combustible mate-

rials by a minimum 75mm air gap at the sides and rear and 100mm air gap above the cavity box. Alternatively

the cavity box may be insulated with 75mm of fibre glass wool or rock wool to the sides, rear and 100 mm to

the top.

Finally install the fireplace or fire surround and back panel/marble to its finished location.

A- Opening Width; Max 440mm,

Min 410mm

B- Opening Height; Max 580mm,

Min 560mm

C- Recess Depth; 145mm

Outer Cavity Leaf

Non-combustible Backpanel

False Chimney Breast

6.2

6.3

Non-combustible inside wall

INSTALLATION MMETHOD 22((recessing iinto aannon-ccombustible wwall)

Thissmmethod aallowssffor iinsstallation ooftthe aapplianccewwith tthe rrear ppart rreccessssed iinto tthe iinner lleaf oofaaccavity wwall.

Thisssshould eenable aasstandard ffire ssurround aand bbacckppanel/hearth sset ttobbeffitted ttotthe wwall wwith tthe ffire ppre-

ssented nnaturally iinaafflusshffitted mmanner. TThe sstrucctural iinteggrity ooftthe wwall mmusstbbemmaintained.

Check the cavity insulation type (if applicable). If cavity insulation is of a loose fill variety, take precautions to pre-

vent excessive loss of material when the inner leaf is opened up by packing the cavity firmly with a minimum

50mm of rockwool or glass fibre. This will hold back any loose material now or in the future.

To maintain the structural integrity of the wall it is recommended that a suitable lintel is fitted. It is sometimes

possible to install this appliance without a lintel, depending on the type of wall. The guidance of a qualified pro-

fessional or local building control officer is essential to confirm this.

Mark out the area of the proposed fireplace opening on the wall. Obtain a suitable concrete or steel lintel from

a builder's merchant. Drill four holes at the corners of the lintel position and squarely over the fireplace open-

ing, and if possible centrally under a block joint . Clear out the block work in the area and insert the lintel by saw,

or stitch drill and chisel. Do not dry bed the lintel - always bed on mortar and securely slate pin. Clear out the

block work from below the lintel to form the opening for the cavity box of the fire to be inserted.

The top of the exposed area of cavity must be sealed against the ingress of moisture dripping from above. The

best way to do this is a cavity tray but an easier and quicker method is to affix a 'Supalux' or equivalent board

into the cavity. Slope the board towards the outside wall and support with screws, cement, 'Unibond' or silicone

mastic etc. This will guide all moisture, harmlessly, to the outside wall. The exposed sides of the cavity must be

packed with a suitable depth (minimum 50mm) of glass fibre or rock wool to prevent draughts and heat loss,

even if no loose fill material is present. It is good practice to insulate the rear of the fire from the cavity to pre-

vent heat loss and condensation.

The non-combustible hearth may now be put in place. Again this should not bridge the cavity where it proj-

ects into the wall space. Finally install the fireplace or fire surround and back panel/marble to its finished loca-

tion.

A- Opening Width; Max 440mm,

Min 410mm

B- Opening Height; Max 580mm,

Min 560mm

C- Recess Depth; 145mm

Outer Cavity Leaf

Superlux Board

Lintel

Inner Cavity Leaf

Non-combustible Backpanel

Superimposed

Hearth

6.4

INSTALLATION MMETHOD 33((timber fframed bbuildings)

Where removal of any part of a timber frame is undertaken the structural integrity of the wall must be retained.

The advice of your local building control officer should be sought. If the property is under any NHBC warranty

it is also advised that their advice on this kind of modification is sought.

Either of the two preceding installation methods may be adapted for timber framed buildings, providing extra

care is taken in ensuring combustible materials are adequately protected from the effects of heat.

The appliance must be installed in accordance with the British Gas documents DM2 and DM3 or the Institute

of Gas Engineers published procedure document IGE/UP/7.

Special attention must be paid to the location of studwork frames of the inner leaf and the appliance positioned

accordingly. Wires and pipes that run within the wall must also be taken into account.

Insstallation aasspper mmethod 11((aggainsstiinner wwall))

When using this method of installation the following amendments should be incorporated.

A 75mm air gap or 75mm of insulation (e.g. rockwool) must be provided between combustible materials and

the sides and rear of the cavity box. A 100 mm air gap or 100mm of insulation (e.g. rockwool) must be provid-

ed to the top of the cavity box. It is also a good idea to enable as much airflow as possible, into and out of the

area behind the fire without excessive heat loss from the room when the fire is off.

Outer Cavity Leaf

Rockwool Insulation 75mm

sides and rear 100mm top

Inner Cavity Leaf

Non-combustible

Backpanel

Cavity Box

6.5

Superimposed Hearth

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