STRAXGAS 16 Ecotech Guía del usuario
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Appliance Data:
Model : 16" Ecotech burner
Type of Gas : Natural gas (G20) Cat.I2H Propane gas (G31) Cat. I3P
Injector size : 7 x 0.80mm multihole 7 x 0.53mm multihole
Gross heat input (High setting) : 6.9 kW (23,500Btu/h) 6.9kW (23,500Btu/h)
Gross heat input (Low setting) : 4.4kW (15,000Btu/h) 3.5kW (12,000Btu/h)
Supply pressure : 20mbar (8in.w.g.) 37mbar (14.8in.w.g.)
Appliance test point pressure (cold) : 19.0mbar (±1.0mbar) 36.5mbar
Minimum flue diameter : 175mm (7in.) 175mm (7in.)
Minimum effective height of chimney: 3m (10ft.) 3m (10ft.)
Ignition : Piezo Piezo
Spark gap : 3.0mm min., 4.5mm max. 3.0mm min., 4.5mm max.
Dimensions : To fit into a standard To fit a standard
16" chairbrick 16" chairbrick
Shipping weight : 13kg 13kg
Country of destination : United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland
This appliance has been assessed by a Government appointed Notified Body and shown to
meet the 'Essential Requirements' of the European Gas Appliance Directive.
The Directive lays down requirements for the safety of the appliance, together with its design,
construction, and use of materials. It also requires the production process to be covered by an
approved and monitored system of quality assurance.
Mandatory requirements
Straxgas fires must be installed with due regard to the following mandatory regulations:
The relevant British Standard installation specifications and codes of practice, and Building
Regulations issued by the Department of the Environment, and Building Standards (Scotland)
Consolidated Regulations issued by the Scottish Development Board.
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations.
Failure to install this appliance correctly could lead to prosecution and render the guarantee
invalid.
Attention is drawn to the latest edition of the following standards:
BS1251, Specifications of open fireplace components.
BS5440, Part 1, Specification for installation of flues.
BS5440, Part 2, Specification for installation of ventilation for gas appliances.
BS5482, Part 2, LPG, installations in permanent dwellings.
BS5871, Part 3, Installation of decorative fuel effect gas appliances.
BS6891, Specification of low pressure gas pipework
BS8303, Replacing CP403.
This Straxgas appliance is intended for decorative purposes and must only be installed by a
competent person (e.g. a C.O.R.G.I. member) in accordance with these installation instructions.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force, and used only in a
sufficiently ventilated space. Consult these instructions before installation and use of this
appliance.
Additional purpose made air ventilation is not normally required.
Ventilation must be provided in accordance with the rules in force.
Before installation
Ensure that the local distribution conditions (identification of the type of gas and pressure) and
the adjustment of the appliance are compatible. Refer to the burner data badge plate.
INSTALLATION AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
STRAXGAS 16" ECOTECH BURNER
(To be left with the appliance)
Division of Legge Fabheat Ltd.
Longfield Road, Leamington Spa, Warks. CV31 1XB
Re
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istered in En
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land No 500091
GB
IE & Northern Ireland
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Inspect the chimney
Ensure that:
•It only serves one fireplace
•Any terminal or cowl fitted is approved for
use with this type of appliance.
•It is clear of any obstruction, and any
damper or register is removed or fixed
permanently in the fully open position.
•Any chimney used for an appliance burning
a fuel other than gas must be thoroughly
swept before installing any gas appliances.
•With an L.P.G. fire, any air supply entering
the fireplace below floor level is completely
sealed off.
•The chimney is properly sealed so that the combustion products do not come into
contact with combustible materials outside the chimney.
•The base of the chimney is clear of loose debris, bricking up, etc.
Broken hearth components should be replaced or repaired as necessary. Refer to the
appliance data for minimum chimney height and flue diameter. Check with a smoke match that
there is a positive updraught present in the chimney. Examine the general condition of the
chimney brickwork for evidence of deterioration; do not carry out an installation to a chimney in
a poor condition. If there is a history of downdraught problems examine the possibility of fitting a
British Gas approved flue terminal or cowl. Always carry out a spillage test in accordance with
BS 5440 Part 1.
Clearances
If a shelf is to be fitted above the fire, perhaps as part of a surround, it must be positioned a
minimum of 1m (39in.) above the top of the hearth, and project no more than 200mm (8in.) from
the front plane of the opening. Combustible material such as wood may be fitted to within
100mm (4in.) of either side of the opening so long as it projects no more than 100mm (4in.) from
the front plane of the opening.
Soft furnishings, decorations and some wall coverings may discolour or scorch if positioned too
close to the fire.
Installing the burner
The Straxgas 16" Ecotech burner fits into a standard chairbrick of the dimensions shown in
Fig.1.
Hearth fitting
The Straxgas burner must be installed on a level non-combustible hearth in accordance with
BS5871, Part 3. See also approved document J 1/2/3 "Heat Producing Appliances" issued by
the Department of the Environment.
The hearth should project a minimum of 150mm (6in.) either side of the fireplace opening, and a
minimum of 300mm (12in.) forward of the plane of the opening, and be a minimum of 50mm
(2in.) above floor level.
Items supplied
The following items will be found within the carton:
1. Burner complete with controls.
2. Optional fret
3. 3 shaped ceramic fibre blocks.
4. Coals. (6 large, 8 small)
5. 2 screws with plastic plugs.
6. These installation instructions, guarantee card and End User operating instructions.
Fig.1
Nominal dimensions 16" Ecotech
Width of opening A 380mm (15in.)
Width at rear B 250mm (10in.)
Depth C 170mm (7in.)
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Fret options
The following Straxgas frets are suitable for use with this
appliance:
•Black finger (brass or stainless finials &ash pan ring)
•Brass finger
•Stainless finger (polished or satin)
•Classic, Silver Classic
•Gainsborough (all brass or black)
•Delta (polished or satin)
If a fret from another manufacturer is being used, it must comply
with the minimum free area requirements shown in Fig. 2.
Warning: Only Straxgas approved ceramic blocks and coals, designed for this appliance, must
be used with this burner. Use of ceramic components from any other supplier will invalidate the
guarantee and may be dangerous.
Gas connection
Note: Gas connection is by concealed connection only. A 15mm (10mm for propane) gas supply
pipe with isolation cock should be brought to within 1M of the fireplace opening. The connection
to the burner can be made from the right or left-hand side by a concealed pipe from behind the
burner to the elbow on the left hand side of the burner. 8mm pipe is required for this purpose.
Location
The Straxgas burner should be located as
shown in Fig.3. Locate the burner centrally
in the opening.
Securely anchor the burner in the correct
position using the screws and plastic plugs
supplied; holes are provided in the front feet
of the burner for this purpose.
Assembly
1. Connect the gas supply to the inlet elbow.
2. The ceramic components are fragile and should be handled with care. Refer to Figs. 4
and 5 for positioning of ceramic fibre blocks and coals.
3. Place the chair shaped ceramic block on the burner, pushing it back against the
upturned edge of the burner plate.
4. Place the medium sized ceramic block on the chair shaped block pushing it back to sit
comfortably between the sides of the first block.
5. Spring forward the slotted front plate and slide the front ceramic down as far as far as
the stops.
6. Remove the coals from the bag; note that there are 2 sizes supplied with the burner.
Place them on the ceramic blocks in accordance with Fig. 5.
Fig. 2 Optional fret minimum
ventilation requirement
Fig. 3
Nominal dimensions of burner 406mm (16in.)
Width of fret including posts 406mm (16in.)
Width of burner at back 254mm (10in.)
Depth from back of fret 200mm (8in.)
Back ceramic
Centre ceramic
Front ceramic
Fig. 4 Assembling the ceramic blocks Fig. 5 Placing the loose coals
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Leak test & pressure test
1. Turn on the main gas supply and check for gas soundness.
2. Remove pressure test screw, and fit pressure gauge to pressure test point.
3. Light the fire (see next section).
4. Turn control knob anticlockwise to High position.
5. When the control knob is in the High position, you should have a gas pressure of
19.0mbar ± 1.0mbar when using natural gas and 36.5mbar for propane.
6. Extinguish the fire by turning the control knob clockwise to the Off position.
7. Remove the pressure gauge and replace the pressure test screw. Check again for gas
soundness.
8. Fit the front fret by hooking the support lugs at each end over the slotted front plate on
the burner (if using a Straxgas fret), or place an alternative front fret in front of the
burner.
Note: If a fret from another manufacturer is being used, it must comply with the minimum free
area requirements shown in Fig. 2.
Lighting the fire
The appliance Data Badge is positioned in front of the burner behind the fret and carries the
control knob positions (Fig. 6 or 7, depending on version). The full lighting procedure is as
follows:
1. Push control knob in as far as possible on gas control.
2. Turn knob anticlockwise until a click is heard. The knob will stop at the ignition
position and a spark should be seen at the tip of the ignition probe. At the same time
the pilot flame should light. KEEP THE KNOB PRESSED IN FOR 10 SECONDS. If
the pilot should fail to light, turn the control knob clockwise to the 'off' position, wait 3
minutes and repeat the procedure.
3. When the pilot flame is alight the control knob should be allowed to spring out slightly.
Turn the knob fully anticlockwise to the high position. The pilot flame will then ignite
the main fire.
4. The height of the flames can be adjusted by turning the control knob between the low
and high positions. Note that the knob 'latches' in position at either end of this
movement and must be pushed in slightly before it can be turned.
5. With a natural gas burner the appearance of the flames can be altered by means of
the air adjustment lever positioned to the right of the control knob. Moving the lever
up will admit more air and produce a 'coke fire' effect. Moving it down will close off
some of the air and simulate a 'coal fire' with flickering flames.
6. To turn the fire off, depress the knob slightly and turn it to the pilot position.
7. To completely extinguish the fire depress the knob slightly and turn to the 'Off'
position.
Fig. 6 Data badge plate & test nipple
(natural gas version)
Fig. 7 Data badge plate
(propane version)
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Check for clearance of products of combustion
1. Light the fire.
2. Close all windows and doors.
3. After 10 minutes traverse a smoke match across the perimeter of the opening and
ensure that the smoke is drawn into the flue aperture. If spillage is detected introduce
ventilation into the room by opening a window or door. If spillage is no longer detected
then purpose made ventilation with a minimum area of 100 sq.cm must be provided. If
after introducing ventilation into the room spillage is still detected the cause must be
discovered and the fault corrected. If the fault cannot be corrected, disconnect the gas
supply to the appliance and seek expert advice. Possible causes of spillage are
chimney restrictions, or an incorrect cowl or terminal.
4. If there is an extraction fan in a nearby room then the spillage test must be repeated
with the fan turned on and any interconnecting doors between the fire and the fan
location left open.
Instruct the user
1. Hand over these Installation Instructions and the User Instructions to the person who
is going to use the fire and explain how to light and operate the appliance. Explain
how the fire may be lit, if necessary, by means of a long spill or taper.
2. Make certain that the user is aware that the ceramic blocks and coals must be located
in accordance with the instructions, and that the appliance should be serviced at
regular intervals by a competent person to ensure continued safe operation.
3. Explain that this appliance is fitted with an oxygen depletion sensor incorporated into
the pilot body. Should the fire repeatedly extinguish itself, the cause should be sought
and remedied as this may indicate spillage into the room of combustion products.
4. Indicate the tie-on warning label which the customer must remove and read.
5. Advise the user that any smell given off by the appliance will clear away after a little
use.
6. Point out that these instructions must be retained in a safe place for future use.
Maintenance
Servicing should be carried out regularly by a competent person in accordance with these
instructions and the relevant regulations, to ensure the safe and correct operation of the
appliance.
At least once a year check for debris in the flueway. If soot has accumulated ensure that the
chimney is swept clean.
Before commencing any service or replacement of parts, turn off the main gas supply and
ensure that the fire is cold.
When ordering spare parts please quote appliance serial number which can be found on the
data badge plate.
Following a service, a check should be made for clearance of combustion products, using the
procedure detailed in these instructions.
Ceramics
Examine the coals and ceramic blocks for signs of cracking and replace if necessary. Handle
ceramic components with care. Dust off any soot or deposits with a soft brush. Do not vacuum
clean.
Removal of burner
To remove the burner proceed as follows:
1. Turn off the gas supply by the isolation cock.
2. Disconnect the 8mm pipe from the elbow at the left hand side of the burner.
3. Remove the 2 screws holding the burner to the hearth and lift the burner out of the
opening.
4. Reassemble in the reverse order.
5. After servicing check for gas soundness.
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Cleaning the fire
Black paint: Use only a clean damp cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents.
Brass parts: Use Brasso or Duraglit ensuring that it does not come into contact with the black
paint finish.
IMPORTANT - The paint finish is durable and heat resistant, however it will be damaged if
plaster, cement or wallpaper paste is allowed to come into contact with it. Protect the
appliance during rebuilding or decorating work.
Replacement of parts
Before commencing any servicing always ensure that the fire is isolated from the gas supply
and that the fire is cold. After servicing always check for gas soundness.
Replacement of gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter
1. Turn off the gas supply by isolation cock.
2. Lift off the front fret and remove the coals and ceramic blocks.
3. Remove 2 screws holding burner to hearth.
4. Undo multidirectional gas connection.
5. Remove burner from fireplace.
6. Pull off control knob.
7. Remove the 2 screws securing the Data Badge plate and remove the plate.
8. Disconnect ignition lead to the igniter unit.
9. Disconnect all 3 gas connections to gas valve as well as the connection to the
thermocouple.
10. Remove 2 screws securing the valve to the mounting bracket, and discard old
tap/FSD/piezo igniter complete.
11. Assemble the new tap/FSD/piezo igniter on the mounting bracket. Ensure that the
filter is in position in the pilot outlet orifice on the tap body.
12. Reassemble the appliance in reverse order.
13. Replace the ceramic blocks and coals (see Figs. 4 and 5).
14. Turn on the gas supply and check for soundness.
Note: The igniter is not replaceable separately.
Fig. 8 Underside of burner
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Replacement of main injector
1. Repeat operations 1 - 5, as described for 'Replacement of gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter'.
2. Remove gas pipe from gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter to injector.
3. Unscrew injector and replace, making certain that the jet size stamping corresponds to
the specification on the Data Badge plate.
4. Reassemble in reverse order.
5. Turn on the gas supply and check for soundness.
Replacement of ignition & pilot assembly
1. Repeat operations 1 - 7, as described for 'Replacement of gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter'.
2. Disconnect thermocouple connection to the gas tap/FSD/piezo igniter.
3. Disconnect pipe from base of pilot burner.
4. Pull off connector on the base of the igniter probe.
5. Remove 2 screws on the burner and remove ignition unit complete.
6. Fit new pilot assembly and reassemble in reverse order.
7. Turn on the gas supply and check for soundness.
8. Check operation of ignition system.
NOTE: No liability can be accepted unless this product has been installed and operated
strictly in accordance with these manufacturer's instructions
U.K. Registered Design 2040268. British Patent Application 9414887.1
Design right reserved © Legge Fabheat Ltd.
SPARE PARTS
When ordering spare parts please quote part numbers as listed below:
NATURAL GAS L.P.G. (Propane)
Gas tap / FSD / piezo igniter BV50023 BV50147
Oxypilot assembly BA50004 BA50041
Injector BI70800 BI70530
Back ceramic BC11300 BC11300
Centre ceramic BC11296 BC11296
Front ceramic BC11295 BC11295
Set of 14 loose coals BC50031 BC50031
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