Focal Point Fuego User guide

INSTALLATION, SERVICING

AND USER INSTRUCTIONS

Revision A - 07/03

Country(s) of destination - GB,IE

All iinstructions mmust bbehhanded ttotthe uuser ffor ssafekeeping

Fuego

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

Tel: 01202 499330 Fax: 01202 499326

www.focalpointfires.co.uk

e-mail: [email protected]

INSTTALLATTION IINSTTRUCTTIONS

PPrelimminnary NNotes BBefore IInnstallationn

This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance which provides radiant

warmth utilising the latest type burner technology.

The fire is designed to fit various types of fireplaces and natural draught flues as

listed in the Installation Requirements.

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

Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. It is strongly recommended

that a CORGI registered engineer be used for this purpose.

Read all these instructions before commencing installation.

This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and only

used in a sufficiently ventilated space.

The appliance is designed for installation on to a non-combustible hearth which

must project at least 300mm forward of the appliance fuel bed.

This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the pressure

stated on the appliance data plate.

This appliance is available with a number of fuel effect options. These instruc-

tions cover all fuel effect options. See the relevant sections of these instructions

for further details.

IMPORTANT NNOTES

This fire is an Inset Live Fuel Effect Gas Fire providing radiant warmth. It is designed to operate on Natural Gas

only. See Data Plate on appliance.

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 in accordance with 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.

BS 5871 part 2

BS 5440 part 1

BS 8303

BS 1251

BS 6891

BS 6461 part 1

Failure ttoccomply wwith tthesserreggulationssccould llead ttopprosseccution aand ddeem tthe wwarranty iinvalid.

Thissaappliancceiissffree ffrom aany aassbesstossmmaterial. RRefracctoriessaand tthe ffuel bbed ccomponentssoofccertain mmodelss

are cconsstruccted ffrom cceramiccffibre.

Secction

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Contentss

Important Notes

Appliance Data

Installation Requirements

Site Requirements

Ventilation

Unpacking the Appliance

Component Checklist

Preparing the Appliance

Preparing the Opening

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Secction

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11.1

11.2

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Contentss

Gas Supply

Fitting the Firebox

Cable Fixing

Gas Connection

Fuel Bed Layout

Fitting the frame

Testing & Commissioning

Servicing

Troubleshooting Guide

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Note - FFor RRepubliccoofIIreland, rreferencce

sshould bbemmade ttotthe rrelevant sstandardss

ggoverninggiinsstallation, pparticcularly iinrreggard

to fflue ssizinggaand vventilation. SSee IIS813,

ICP3, IIS3277aand aany oother rrulessiinfforcce.

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INSTALLATION RREQUIREMENTS

This appliance MUST NOT be installed into a room containing a bath or shower, or where steam may be

present. The fire has been designed to fit into a builders’ opening or fireplace conforming to BS 1251 (and meet-

ing certain dimensional requirements), or a suitable flue box complying with the constructional requirements of

BS 715. The flue box must be installed onto a suitable non-combustible insulating surface at least 12mm thick,

covering the entire base area of the box.

The flue must have an effective height of at least three meters, as measured from the hearth to the top of the flue.

Any flue damper plates or restrictors should be removed and no other restriction fitted to the flue. Where removal

is not practical, the restriction must be fixed in the fully open position.

A natural draught flue system is required, and if previously used for solid fuel or oil burning, the flue and chimney

must be swept prior to appliance installation. The flue must be checked before installation by using a smoke pel-

let or similar to ensure proper draw and that leakage is not evident at any joints. Repair and re-test as necessary

before the appliance is installed.

The flue must be connected to only one fireplace, and the flue must not vent more than one appliance (i.e. not

shared with a gas back boiler). There must be no opening in the flue apart from the one that the appliance is

installed into, and the one venting the gases into the air. A suitable terminal may be fitted, such as class GC1, as

regulations allow.

This appliance is suitable for use with a “lightweight” surround and back panel of 150ºc minimum rating.

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APPLIANCE DDATA

NV models PLUS models

Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H

Inlet Pressure 20 mbar 20 mbar

Max Energy Input (gross) 6.8 kW 10 kW

Min Energy Input (gross) 4.0 kW 4.0 kW

Pilot Energy Input (gross) 210 W 210 W

Setting Pressure - High (cold) 7.0 mbar (+/- 0.5mbar) 13.5 mbar (+/- 0.75mbar)

Setting Pressure - High (hot) 7.5 mbar (+/- 0.5mbar) 14.0 mbar (+/- 0.75mbar)

Setting Pressure - Low (hot) 2.5 mbar (+/- 0.5mbar) 2.5 mbar (+/- 0.75mbar)

Main Injector Burner Stereo 702 Stereo 702

Gas Inlet Connection 8mm Inlet Restrictor Elbow 8mm Inlet Restrictor Elbow

Gas Control Valve Dungs BM 733 Dungs BM 733

Ignition Integral Piezo spark Integral Piezo spark

Spark Gap 3.5 to 4.5mm 3.5 to 4.5mm

Weight 10 KG 10 KG

Purpose Provided Ventilation Normally none 15cm2

Please see Data Badge affixed to appliance for current data.

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

Data BBadge, aand iisffor ddeccorative ppurposes.

SITE RREQUIREMENTS

The fireplace opening should be inspected and repairs made where necessary. Any chair brick will usually require

removal.

The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between 365mm and 440mm wide, and 540mm to

575mm high.

Opening DEPTH should be 285mm. Opening DEPTHS include any plaster or infill panels which form part of the

installation.

This appliance required a natural draught flue system which may be one of the following;

225mm x 225mm (9in x 9in) brick or stone.

175mm (7in) minimum diameter lined brick or stone.

175mm (7in) minimum diameter twin wall flue conforming to BS 715.

Any existing under grate draught device must be sealed off.

The opening wall must be non-combustible and have adequate flat surface for appliance sealing.

The appliance requires a hearth with non-combustible surface of at least 12mm thick. The top surface must be at

least 50mm above the surrounding floor level, or be surrounded by a raised edge or fender 50mm high.

To enable the products of combustion to be cleared properly up the flue, the outlet at the back of the appliance

must have a minimum 50mm clearance between it and the back wall of the opening or other obstruction. The

area immediately above the outlet must form a smooth path into the flue. Any type of fire surround used with this

appliance must be adequately sealed to the wall and floor.

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

in the user section of these instructions. A non-combustible shelf may be fitted to within 10mm of the top edge

of the fireframe.

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

place opening, providing the forward projection does not exceed 100mm (4in).

Any combustible side walls 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.

A. Opening height: 540mm min/575

mm max.

B. Opening width: 365mm

min/440mm max.

C. Mounting depth: 285mm

D. Hearth must extend minimum of

150mm either side of the opening.

E. Hearth must extend minimum of

325mm in front of the opening.

F. Non-combustible hearth must be a

minimum of 50mm in height, or be sur-

rounded by 50mm high fender.

G. 470mm, this area must be flat and

vertical to ensure a good seal.

H. 585mm, this area must be flat and

vertical to ensure a good seal.

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VENTILATION

IMPORTANT ::For Republic of Ireland ventilation may be required, see IS 813, ICP3, IS 327, and any other rules

in force.

NV Models ::No purpose provided ventilation is normally required for this appliance. The requirements of other

appliances operating in the same room or space must be taken into consideration when assessing ventilation. If

spillage is detected when commissioning the appliance then amongst other problems there may be insufficient

natural ventilation for the correct operation of the flue. This is potentially a greater problem should the property

be of modern nature. If the appliance does not spill with windows open but does with windows closed, this

proves that lack of ventilation is the problem, if not, it will be the flue at fault. Installation of an air brick is the best

solution. Any ventilation fitted must comply with BS 5871 part 2 and BS 5440 part 2.

Ventilation located underneath or within the immediate vicinity of the fire MUST NOT be used as it may adverse-

ly affect the performance of the O.D.S. system. Spillage detected during commissioning is almost always a result

of poor flue performance, which cannot be corrected by any amount of ventilation.

PLUS MModels ::15cm2of purpose provided ventilation is required for this appliance, which must comply with BS

5871 part 2 and BS 5440 part 2. Ventilation located underneath or within the immediate vicinity of the fire MUST

NOT be used as it may adversely affect the performance of the O.D.S. system. If spillage is detected when com-

missioning the appliance then amongst other problems there may be insufficient natural ventilation for the cor-

rect operation of the flue. This is potentially a greater problem should the property be of modern nature. If the

appliance does not spill with windows open but does with windows closed, this proves that lack of ventilation is

the problem, if not, it will be the flue at fault. Installation of a larger air brick is the best solution.

Spillage detected during commissioning is almost always a result of poor flue performance, which cannot be cor-

rected by any amount of ventilation.

UNPACKING TTHE AAPPLIANCE

Stand the carton right way up, cut the strapping bands and remove the top end cap. Read all the instructions

before continuing to unpack or install this appliance.

Remove the packing pieces, and any bags containing other fittings or parts. When all loose parts have been

removed, the outer sleeve may be lifted off to reveal the appliance. Check that the components supplied corre-

late with the checklist given in section 7.1. Please dispose of the packaging materials at your local recycling cen-

tre.

COMPONENT CCHECKLIST

QUAANTITY DESCRIPTION

1 Firebox and burner assembly.

1 Decorative frame, one of several finishes.

10 Individual ceramic pebbles (pebble effect option only)

1 Bag of heat resistant glass crystals (glass fuel bed versions only)

1 Set of manufacturers instructions and warranty card.

1 Cable fixing kit comprising; 2 cables, 2 tensioners, 2 clamps, 4 fixing eyes, 4 fibre rawl plugs.

1 Screw pack

3 Lengths of self adhesive sealing strip.

1 Rubber grommet.

1 Allen key

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PREPARING TTHE AAPPLIANCE

Note: EEnssure tthat tthe ggassssupply iissiissolated bbefore ccom-

menccinggiinsstallation ooftthe aappliancce.

The fireplace opening and environment must be in com-

pliance with the specifications laid down in the appropri-

ate sections of these instructions.

Remove the appliance from it’s carton as described previ-

ously and stand upon a dust sheet or similar. Place the

decorative frame, ceramics (if applicable) and fixings safe-

ly to one side. The burner unit may be removed from the

stainless steel firebowl by removing the four screws

shown. An allen key is provided for this purpose.

It is also necessary to remove the control knob. This is

achieved by removing the grub screw at the rear of the

knob. With the knob removed, the front panel of the

appliance may be lifted off to allow access to the gas

valve, pressure test nipple and appliance inlet.

Knockout holes are provided in the sides and rear of the firebox for use where concealed pipework is required.

Where necessary, knock out the appropriate hole with a sharp tap from a hammer, and fit the rubber grommet

supplied. A small incision can how be made in the rubber to slip snugly around the outside of the pipe and sleev-

ing.

Do nnot iinsstall ooruussetthe aapplianccewwithout tthe ssealssiinpplacce.

If a hole is inadvertently opened, reseal with an

intact grommet. Failure to fit the seal correctly will cause flue suction to act upon the area under the burner, result-

ing in poor performance and possible intermittent cutting out of the burner.

PREPARING TTHE OOPENING

Before installing the fire, check the flue using a smoke pellet. All of the smoke should travel up the flue and exit

correctly from the terminal. If problems are found, DO NOT fit the fire until corrective action is completed.

Protect the hearth surface whilst pushing the firebox in and out of the opening. Part of the packaging makes an

ideal hearth saver pad. Before running the gas supply into the opening, offer up the firebox to the fireplace to

check the fit is good. Ensure that it slides in correctly, the sealing face sits flat and square to the wall or infill panel,

and that the base is firm on the floor of the opening as no leaks are permissible here. At this stage it is essential

to ensure that the spigot outlet of the fire is not restricted in any way. Remove the firebox and take any necessary

measurements before making good and preparing for final installation. Apply the self adhesive sealing strips

around the edge of the rear of the firebox frame, approximately 5mm in from the edge.

CABLE FIXING. For fixing of the fire by the cable method, see the relevant section. The cable fixing locations

should be marked on the back of the opening and the holes drilled. Fit the fibre rawlplugs and eyebolts to these

holes.

Note: PPlassticcrrawlpluggssaare NNOT ssuitable ffor tthissaappliccation.

SCREW FIXING. For fixing by screw, mark and drill the fireframe or base, and the relevant points in the opening

or on the wall. Rawlplugs will again be required. Pre-punched holes are not provided for this purpose to allow

you to choose the optimum positions.

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GAS SSUPPLY RROUTING

Following preparation for the fixing method, the concealed gas

supply, where required, can now be put into place.

IMPORTANT - Wherever a concealed connection is made a

rubber grommet must be used to seal the firebox.

The gas pipe must be suitably protected where it passes

through fireplace openings. Any sleeving should be sealed to

the pipe at its ends. This appliance is fitted with an inlet restic-

tor elbow. The elbow is located to the right of the gas valve.

The open end of the 8mm supply pipe should be sealed tem-

porarily during the installation of the firebox to prevent the

ingress of dirt and dust during fixing.

FITTING THE FIREBOX

The firebox may be fitted to the opening by using screw fixing or by the cable kit as described in the relevant sec-

tion. Leave the polythene coating in place unitl fitting procedures are complete to eliminate any risk of scratch-

ing the decorative finish. Fit the firebox, ensuring the fire sits fully back in the opening.

CABLE FIXING

Drill four holes as shown in the diagram and fit the fibre rawl plugs. If the fireplace does not allow for the exact

layout shown, the eyebolts should be fixed to give a similar configuration as possible.

Thread both tensioning cables through the holes at the top of

the firebox (inset), both eyelets, and back through the lower

holes in the firebox as shown.

Before finally fitting the firebox, ensure the self-adhesive seal-

ing strips are in position around the rear of the firebox frame.

Push the appliance back into the fireplace, centralise and pull

the loose cables through the holes into the firebox. Thread the

cable tensioners onto the cables as shown, with the nuts

screwed down close to the tensioner head.

Slide the screwed nipple onto the cable, pull cable taut and

tighten nipple. Adjust tensioner using a suitable spanner to

pull the appliance back into position, to allow an even seal

around the fireplace opening. Visually inspect the seal and

reseat if necessary.

Surplus tension cable MUST NOT be cut off as this will pre-

vent proper installation after servicing. Coil up the surplus

cable and store in the rear of the firebox.

GAS CONNECTION

Refit the burner unit into the firebox, fit the four screws through

the locating holes in the rim of the burner, and tighten. Purge

the gas supply thoroughly to remove air and dirt/debris

BEFORE

connection. Now disconnect the inlet restrictor elbow

from the inlet pipe.

Connect the previously installed gas supply to inlet restrictor

elbow, and re-fit the restrictor elbow to the inlet pipe of the

appliance.

If using an across hearth connection, ensure the decorative fire-

frame and front panel will clear the supply route.

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Inlet

Restrictor

Elbow

Supply Routes

Rubber Grommet

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11.2

11.1

A. 325 mm

B. 420 mm

C. 100 mm

Dimension ‘A’

can be +/-

10mm

FUEL BED LAYOUT

Please refer to the relevent section of the user manual section of this booklet.

FITTING THE DECORATIVE FRAME

The appliance is supplied with a decorative frame in a variety of finishes. The frame is held onto the firebox by

four magnets. Ensure the magnets are aligned onto the magnet plates in each corner of the firebox.

TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

Turn on and test the gas supply up to the fire for any leaks, in accordance with current Approved Codes Of

Practice (ACOPs).

SETTING PRESSURE

With the front panel of the fire removed, temporarily re-connect the control knob to the control spindle. To light

the fire, follow the instructions given in section 14.2, bearing in mind that when the front panel of the firebowl is

in position the indicator pip would be at twelve o’ clock in relation to the control knob.

Remove the screw from the pressure test point, situated on the main injector pipe to the left hand side of the

valve, and attach a U gauge. Light the fire on the HIGH setting.

The setting pressure should be in accordance with the figures stated on page 2 of these instructions. The fire is

factory set to achieve these pressures, and any significant variation could indicate a supply problem. If the pres-

sure is too high, the gas supply meter may be set incorrectly. This should be checked with the fire running and if

necessary reset by the gas supplier.

If the pressure is too low, then check the meter governor pressure with the appliance running. If this is incorrect

it will need to be reset by the gas supplier. If the setting pressure is too low, but the meter pressure is acceptable,

then a problem in the supply pipework is to be suspected. This will be dirt and debris, kinked or inadequate size

pipes, restriction in a fitting or solder flashing across a joint. (NOTE: you will not get an accurate reading of the

inlet pressure with a pressure gauge on the end of the supply pipe - this is the static pressure in the system. You

must use a T piece and measure the supply pressure with the fire on High - the dynamic pressure). Refit and tight-

en the screw into the pressure test point when the test is complete.

Refit the front panel of the appliance and secure the control knob to the spindle using the grub screw provided.

Ensure the control markings on the knob line up correctly with the indicator pip on the front panel as detailed in

section 12.1 of these instructions.

When the appliance is first used, protective oils coating the firebox may burn off. It is advisable to ventilate the

room during this period.

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14.1

OPERATING TTHE FFIRE

The control knob of the fire is marked as follows ;

The pilot is visible at the rear of the burner. Push in and turn the control knob to the SPARK position, and hold

there for a few seconds.

Continue turning anti-clockwise through the spark click, ensuring the

pilot has lit. If not, return the knob clockwise, and repeat.

When the pilot lights after the spark, keep the knob depressed for

approximately ten seconds. Now release the knob and the pilot

should stay alight. If not, retry ignition. If the pilot is extinguished dur-

ing use, wait three minutes before repeating the ignition procedure.

To achieve the HIGH setting, push the control knob in slightly and

continue turning anti-clockwise to the large flame position. The main

burner should light after a few seconds.

To decrease the setting to LOW, turn the control knob clockwise to

the low flame setting. The flame height may be adjusted as desired

between high and low settings by turning the control knob to the

required position between ‘HIGH’ and ‘LOW’.

To turn to the PILOT position from the HIGH or LOW positions, press the control knob in, and return to the pilot

position and release.

To turn the fire OFF, keep the knob pressed in, return to the off position and release.

SPARK FAILURE

The gap between the spark electrode and the pilot should be 3.5 - 4.5mm to produce a good spark. There should

be no need to adjust this. If under any circumstances the electric spark fails, the pilot may be lit manually by pro-

ceeding with the ignition sequence as previously described, and after turning the control knob through the spark

position, the knob should be held in and the pilot lit with a taper.

FLUE SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM

This fire is fitted with a flue spillage safety device (ODS). If the fire shuts down during use for no apparent reason

then several things may be suspected. If a door or window has been opened creating a draught, then pilot dis-

turbance is the problem, and removal of the draught should resolve this. The gas pressure reaching the fire must

also be checked. The thermocouple connection into the back of the gas control valve may also have worked

loose during installation, simply tighten to remedy if this is the case.

If pilot disturbance is not the cause, then the ODS safety system may be in operation. Switch the appliance OFF,

check the flue and carry out any remedial work required. Relight the fire and carry out a spillage test. DO NOT

allow the appliance to be used if it continues to fail a spillage test. The aeration hole of the pilot must be careful-

ly cleaned out on each annual service to ensure contnued function of the ODS.

The spillage monitoring system shall not be adjusted, modified, or put out of operation by the installer. Any spare

parts fitted MUST be of a type supplied for the purpose by the appliance manufacturer.

If the fire is not spilling, then further guidance should be sought, using the Troubleshooting section as a guide.

TESTING FOR SPILLAGE

Close all doors and windows to the room containing the appliance. Let the fire run on HIGH for five minutes.

Take a smoke match, light it, and using a smoke match tube, hold it at the top edge of the fire opening, 25mm

down and 25mm in. Starting 50mm in from either side, run the smoke match across the opening. All the smoke

should be drawn away up the flue. Any smoke returning into the room indicates that spillage is occurring. If the

initial spillage test fails, run the fire for a further 10 minutes and repeat the test. When the test has been completed

satisfactorily, repeat with any extractor fans in the premises running on the highest setting, and any communicat-

ing doors open. Finally, repeat with all doors open.

14.2

‘OFF’ position

‘SPARK’ position

‘LOW’ position

‘HIGH’ position

14.3

14.4

14.5

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