Planika FLA 2 E#4 User manual

USER’S MANUAL

FLA 2 model E#4

PF-0855-0017-000

PF-0855-0018-000

Manufactured by:

Planika Sp. z o.o.

ul. Bydgoska 38

86-06 Brzoza

Poland

Edition i1108#00 as of 25.04.2016

Serial number greater than P4024 16.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

II. Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

III. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

IV. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Initial start-up of the device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Flame size regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Device extinguishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Subsequent start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Information and warning alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

V. Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

VI. Disposal and recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

VII. Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

I. General information

FLA 2 model E is not a heating device, but modern decorative device that uses the beauty of a real flame. ue to the

innovative technology operation of FLA 2 model E is simple and safe.

II. Fuel

In order for the FLA 2 model E to function correctly use the recommended FANOLA® liquid or other available on the

market and fulfilling the criteria of being a 86-96% denatured ethanol in accordance with the European Union

guidelines ( irective No. 162/2013)

Using other liquids is prohibited as it may lead to incorrect functioning of the device, damage of the device and/or

may cause fire or and/or health risk. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for damage caused by using prohibited

liquids such as absolute ethanol.

Explanation of symbols placed on the flap of the device:

It is forbidden to pour fuel into a burning device!

It is forbidden to pour fuel into a hot device!

FANOLA ® - additional information:

Warning symbols:

H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapors

H319: May be skin irritant

H336 - The substance can cause sleepiness, dizziness

Warning markings:

R-11 - Highly flammable liquid

Operational notes:

S-2 – Store beyond children's reach

S-7 - Keep container tightly closed

S-16 - Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking

S-46 – In case of ingestion immediately seek medical advice – show the package or label

This mark stands for information which one needs to acquaint with.

This mark stands for warnings which one needs to acquaint with.

III. Safety

As FLA 2 model E produce a real open fire it is necessary to follow the below specified rules in order to enable

the product to be used in a technically correct and safe manner as well as to maintain the warranty.

• When installing the device according to the instructions, you must comply with national and local regulations.

• It is required to read the installation instructions in order not to use the device in an improper manner or in

rooms with smaller cubic capacity than required.

• Products should not be exposed to atmospheric conditions. It’s the product for internal use only.

• When turned on, the device produce steam, carbon dioxide and heat, therefore it’s necessary to provide

adequate ventilation so that the total replacement of the air in the room is min. 1 / h.

• o not use the device in the temperature lower than 10 °C and higher than 30 °C.

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• o not install the device in areas of large drafts of air, near fans, vents, etc.

• o not install the device on escape routes and in places where there may be potentially explosive

atmospheres.

• The device as well as the fuel should be kept out of reach of children, pets and unauthorized persons.

• It is forbidden to consume the fuel. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

• It is required to take precautions when dealing with flammable materials, for example in direct contact with

object, or in area within 1 m / 3.28 ft. around the device no flammable objects should be placed. o not place

near the curtains, blinds, etc.

• o not place on the grid any elements not provided by the producer.

• It is necessary to place dry-powder or carbon dioxide extinguisher near the device.

• The device should be installed only on flat, level and firm surface.

• Positioning the device on a sloping ground may cause malfunction, damage to the device or fire.

• It is forbidden to use other fuel than recommended fuel FANOLA or the fuel recommended in section II

Supplies and consumables.

• o not heat the fuel before the heating process of the device is started.

• o not start the device in case of spillage of fuel out of the tank.

• Never pour fuel directly into the flame tray as this may cause damage to the device and result in fire. Such an

attempt may cause violent ignition, result in fire, burns, and can even be life threatening.

• o not cover the device while it is switched on.

• o not operate near the fuel filler while the device is switched on.

• o not operate with the components contained within the flame tray under the threat of burns or damage to

the device.

• o not move the device while it is switched on. The device can be moved only after the complete combustion

of the fuel, when it is disconnected from power supply and when all its elements are cooled.

• The device should not be left without adult supervision while it is switched on.

• The device should be kept out of reach of untrained users.

• The device must be switched on and used as per description in point IV in instructions.

• While switching on the device, the odor of fuel may be perceptible.

• The device is not suitable for continuous operation. If the device suddenly turns off, proceed in accordance

with the instruction.

CAUTION!

• Glowing coil is heated to a temperature of 1300 ° C. Touching, when the device is switched on may cause

burns.

• While working the flame tray is heated to high temperatures. o not touch the flame tray or hot parts

located in close area under the risk of burn injury.

• The first startup of the device can be made only after proper installation of the device and reading the

manual.

• If the device requires transport it is required to burn all fuel remains and move it in a horizontal position,

avoid tilting it. As the unburned fuel remains in the combustion chamber, during the transfer sensors could

be activated. In this case, the device could be used again only after it has dried completely.

It is forbidden to make any repairs or changes in the device. Repairs may be made only by professional

technician.

OSTRZEŻENIE

IV. Operation

This manual contains all the information necessary for the proper operation of the FLA 2 model E. It is obligatory to

read and keep this instruction manual. Operation of the device is permitted only after the device is properly installed

according to the instructions and the manual.

A. Operating elements

Control Panel

START

STOP

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B. Initial start-up of t e device

1. On the control panel the blue light flashes it indicates the lack of fuel in the tank. Please refuel.

2. Refuelling. For refuelling please use the automatic fuel pump provided with the FLA 2 model E.

Service USB input

hidden under a cap

Starts the device from

standby mode or switches

to the standby

Switches to ECO

mode

The red

indicator

The blue

indicator

The green

indicator

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Fire grate

Control panel

Fanola filler bolt

Furnace Glowing coil

Tempered glass

Before use please read the instructions written on the pump.

2.1. Open the filler fuel flap placed on the right side of the FLA 2 model E. The diode will start to

blink and you will hear the intermediate sound.

2.2. Attach the metal fuel hose connector to the matching socket underneath the filler flap. Properly

attached fuel connector should make a click sound.

Plug the automatic fuel pump power cord to the matching socket underneath the fuel filler flap. Both should

be placed firmly in their place.

2.3. Place the stiff tube in the external fuel container from which

the fuel will be pumped out into the FLA 2 model E’s fuel tank.

2.4. To start the automatic pump squeeze the rubber manual

pump several times until you will hear the buzzing noise.

READY

Automatic fuel pump will start working once the fuel reaches the sensor inside the black box. Pump will cease

the refuelling process once:

a) FLA 2 model E’s fuel tank will be full. LE diode will start to blink and you will hear the intermediate

sound.

b) the external fuel container will be empty. In this case you can switch the stiff tube to another, full container

and start again from point 2.4. or finish the refuelling and detach the fuel pump (please forward to point

2.5.).

2.5. Automatic fuel pump can be detached by removing the pump’s power cord from the socket and pressing

down the metal ring to release the fuel hose (please see the illustration below).

After closing down the fuel filler flap the LE lights on FLA 2 model E will indicate::

- - FLA 2 model E is ready to use,

- - fuel level is too low. Please refuel starting from point 2.1.

While refueling please take the following precautions:

• uring pouring be careful not to spill out the fuel. If the fuel is spilled error message

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may be displayed. Go to step F, and follow the guidance provided in the table. If the spillage is excessive

the source of power needs to be disconnected.

3. Starting the device. The green indicator flashes on the control panel .

3.1. Press the ST RT/STOP button on the control panel and hold it until you hear the sound signal.

3.2. The green indicator will blink to indicate start-up of the device, it takes a few moments for the

appliance to ignite the flame.

3.3. While the appliance is in work mode, the green indicator goes off and the flame starts to appear. The

device works automatically until they run out of fuel or disable the device by the user.

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C. Flame size regulation

The FLA 2 model E can operate in two modes: Normal and ECO. The device always starts with a standard flame size.

The device has the adjustable flame size during operation.

In order to reduce the height of the flame, press the ECO button. You will hear two beeps and the ECO button will be

highlighted. The unit is now operating in ECO mode.

To return to the normal height of the flame, press the ECO button, you will hear one beep and the ECO button

backlight turns off. The device is now in normal mode.

TTENTION! It might take a few moments for the flame to adjust.

TTENTION! The device switches to ECO mode by itself when there is a danger of over-temperature of the device.

D. Device extinguis ing

Press the ST RT/STOP button on the control panel. You will hear two beeps and the red indicator will start to

blink.

The blinking red indicator means that the device is too hot to be restarted. When the device cools the message will

disappear, and depending on the amount of the fuel in the tank, either the green indicator will flash and indicate the

readiness for operation or the blue indicator will indicate the lack of the fuel.

E. Subsequent start up

If on the control panel flashes the blue FUEL indicator, start to run the product from the point B.2.

If on the control panel flashes the green REA Y indicator, you can:

• start to run the product from the point B.3.

• open the filler bolt:

- the blue indicator blinks and a beep sounds intermittently - the tank is full and it is not allowed to pour any

more fuel! Close the fuel filler bolt and proceed in accordance with section B.3.

- the blue indicators blinks - you can refuel (see section B.2) and turn on the device (see section B.3) or close

the fuel filler bolt and activate the device by following the point B.3.

F. Information and warning alert

In order to increase safety, the FLA 2 model E is equipped with an electronic system to keep the operation safe. In the

case of a dangerous situation, the device immediately triggers alarms.

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The indicator

is off

The indicator flashes

The indicator is blinking

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Information and warning alerts

Lp. Control Panel

Indicators

SOUND

SIGNALS

event procedure

constant

intermittent

If the fire is not visible - NO

POWER.

Make sure the device is properly connected to the po er

supply.

If you see a fire - the device is

in operation. Do not leave the device unattended by an adult.

The device is ready for

operation. You can run the device in accordance ith section B.3

No fuel in the tank Fill the fuel in accordance ith B.2 paragraph

Initial start-up of the device

Wait for the appearance of fire, the light goes off.

Works protected against too

rapid restart of the hot device

or the allo able temperature

has been exceeded

Allo the device to cool do n. After cooling the device,

the red indicator ill turn off and the green indicator ill

start to flash.

The device automatically

turns off due to lack of fuel in

the tank.

Allo the device to cool do n. After cooling the device,

the red indicator ill turn off

The fuel tank is full ( ith

intermediate sound).

It is not allo ed to pour any more fuel! Close the Fanola

filler bolt. The blue indicator ill turn off, the green one

ill start to flash.

There as a fuel spill or

If refueling process is in progress it ill cease

automatically. Disconnect the automatic pump. Wait at

least 1 hour to evaporate the remaining moisture and

then close the fuel filler bolt. Hold the ECO button for

about 5 seconds. If the alarm message reappears, ait a

little bit longer until the rest of the moisture evaporates.

If the message reappears, contact your service provider.

the acceptable device

operation temperature has

been exceeded.

If the alarm message appears during the start of the

device, press the START / STOP button to turn off the

sound and hold the ECO button for about 5 seconds.

If the message reappears, contact your service provider.

Operation error

Press the START / STOP button to turn off the sound and

hold the ECO button for about 5 seconds.

If the message reappears, contact your service provider.

The device temperature

belo 10°C or critical

operation error

Press the START / STOP button to turn off the sound.

Provide higher ambient temperature. Wait until the

device obtains the indoor temperature. Hold do n the

ECO button for about 5 seconds.

If the message reappears, contact your service provider.

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Filler bolt protection error.

Shut the filler bolt. Press the START / STOP button to turn

off the sound and hold the ECO button for about 5

seconds. If the message reappears, contact your service

provider.

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V. Cleaning and maintenance

Switch off the device before cleaning. Wait until the temperature of the device gets close to the ambient temperature.

To maintain appropriate technical condition of the device, please observe the following rules:

•

Lacquer coating the furnace is not resistant to abrasion. It is not recommended to wipe the surface.

•

Clean the furnace with a soft cloth and water to avoid causing cracks and scratches

When purchasing and dozing cleaners, be sure to protect the environment and comply with the recommendations of

manufacturers.

It is forbidden to clean the inside of the device by unauthorized persons.

The manufacturer does not foresee a situation where it will be necessary to clean elements not normally available.

The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from:

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improper operation (non-manual)

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self-dismantling

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attempts to modify

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using other liquids than those recommended in point II. Fuel.

VI. Disposal and recycling

The product is equipped with parts made of aluminium, steel, plastics and electronics. If you need to dispose of the

device, follow the terms of disposal and recycling in force in your country.

Moreover, dispose of the empty Fanola containers should be dumped to plastic waste baskets.

Most of the materials used in Planika appliances can be recycled.

FANOLA® fuel recommended for this product has received following certifications:

VII. Service

If you have any technical problems or some questions, please do not hesitate to contact your distributor or visit our

page www.planikafires.com/service and follow the instructions on the page.

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