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Issue 1
CLAREMONT CONVECTOR
USERS
(Pages 2-3)
/ INSTALLATION
(Pages 4-7)
AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
THIS CAT I
2H
APPLIANCE IS FOR USE
ON NATURAL GAS G20 AT A SUPPLY
PRESSURE OF 20 mbar IN GB and IE
87AR62
HAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE USER
DESCRIPTION
The Claremont Decorative Fuel Effect Gas Fire has been developed to provide both radiant and convected heat using a
simple heat exchanger to extract the heat produced within the combustion chamber. The simulated coal bed uses soft
ceramic coals to radiate the heat produced by combustion and provides the additional comfort and visual effect of a
real coal fire. An aerated twin port burner is used running parallel across the front of the fire and operated by a single
gas control with a high and low heat setting. The gas valve has the protection of a flame failure device and a separate
Piezo igniter is provided to ignite an oxy-pilot burner.
The oxy-pilot or O.D.S. will cause the appliance to ‘shut off’
in the event of continued spillage occurring under hazardous or blocked flue conditions.
This appliance is suitable for installation into the following flue only - 7” minimum diameter flue (Class 1)
The installation must always be used in conjunction with a suitable hearth and surround.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The Claremont is a decorative fuel effect appliance designed and manufactured to the requirements of the British
Standards Institution BS 5258 Part 16 : 1991 and is for use on Natural Gas only.
All gas appliance installations must be installed by a competent person in accordance with the current Gas Safety
(Installation and Use) Regulations 1994 (as amended) or the rules in force and in accordance with the attached
Insulation Instructions, failure to do so could lead to prosecution.
The chimney flue (unless new) must be swept prior to installation. It should be checked annually for spillage
(smoke test) when the appliance is serviced and that there is no excessive build up of soot.
The appliance has a naked flame, a fireguard to British Standard BS 6539 or BS 6778 should be used for the
protection of young children, the elderly and the infirm. Combustible materials should not be put on or left in the
hearth, nor should the coal bed be used to burn rubbish or other materials.
Care must be taken on the selection of wall coverings within close proximity of the fire as some vinyl and
embossed materials may become discoloured by convected heat. Soft furnishings must be kept clear from the
radiant heat of the fire and from impinging the hearth area. The hearth must not be covered by any combustible
materials such as carpet etc.
It is recommended that the appliance is serviced annually by a competent person and the flue checked for
satisfactory clearance of products and that there is no excessive build up of soot.
The curing effect of heating the coals will cause an initial odour which, although not harmful, may require
additional ventilation until the odour has disappeared.
This appliance will run on Full for approximately 4.4 hours on one therm of gas.
Fronts and frets used with this appliance must have a minimum open area in the fret of 50 square centimetres and 60
square centimetres in the front as shown in fig.12A.
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TO LIGHT THE APPLIANCE AND CHECK THE CORRECT OPERATION.
1.
Remove the Fret (Controls cover), to gain access to the controls.
2.
Press and turn the gas control until the indicator mark is aligned with the IGN mark and keep the control fully
depressed.
3.
Press and release the igniter button until a pilot flame has been established; keep the control depressed for a further
20 seconds. Release the gas control and check that the pilot remains lit.
4.
Depress the gas control slightly and turn fully anti-clockwise until the indicator mark is aligned with the small
flame symbol. The burner will cross light from the pilot.
5.
Depress the gas control slightly and turn clockwise until the indictor mark is aligned with the large flame symbol.
The burner will now be at maximum rate.
6.
To turn ‘off ‘ the appliance, return the control to the ‘off’ position.
7.
If for any reason the fire cuts out, return the control knob to the `off’ position and wait
3 minutes
before re-
lighting.
REMOVAL OF DEBRIS OR SOOT DEPOSITS
Allow the appliance to cool for one hour before removing all the coals and coal bed components for cleaning
purposes. Once all the components have been removed from the fire bed check that no debris has become lodged in
the burner ports (both front and rear). If any debris is present it may be easily removed with a thin piece of card or
similar to ease out any foreign matter. Any soot deposited on the coals etc; may be removed by using a soft brush or
with the careful use of a vacuum cleaner. Any soot deposits may be removed from either the Thermocouple or
Electrode tips with a soft cloth, do not use abrasive materials.
SETTING UP THE COAL BED. (See page 9 for identification of components)
Position the two burner inserts which are tee shaped in cross section in between the front and rear ports of the burner -
place the simulated coal front in position as shown in fig. 7. The coal support shelf is positioned so that the rebated
channel on the under side locates over the rear flange of the fibre support channel: two stops prevent the shelf closing
the gap between the back of the burner inserts and the front edge of the shelf. There should be a minimum gap of
6mm, see Figs 6 and 7.
COAL LAYOUT
First Layer. Position 3 large coals with the rear edge on the burner inserts with 2 triangular coals placed at the sides.
Place 4 medium coals stood vertically at the rear of the coal support. Place 5 large coals across the middle. See fig. 8.
Second layer. Position the remaining 4 large and 4 medium coals as shown in fig. 9.
To obtain the best visual appearance it may be necessary to make slight adjustments to the positions of the coals.
NOTE: Additional coals must not be used. If any of the coals or coal bed become damaged, lost or broken,
replacements must be obtained before the appliance is used.
VENTILATION
Purpose built ventilation is not required for this appliance in GB only. For Ireland (IE) ventilation is required with
a minimal cross sectional area of 100 sq. cms and should be checked regularly to ensure that it is free from
obstruction. It must be fitted in accordance with the rules in force.
CLEARANCES REQUIRED FOR COMBUSTIBLE SHELVES.
Minimum clearances to underside of a 150mm (6ins) combustible shelf from the top of the fire opening must be
300mm (12ins). Add 12.5mm (1/2in) to this clearance for every 25mm (1in) increased depth of shelf.
Minimum Clearance required to any combustible material to the side of the appliance must be 150mm (6in).
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THE FOLLOWING SECTION LISTS THE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS
The following are the relevant Codes of Practice and British Standards: -
BS 8303 1986 The Building Regulations issued
BS 5871 Pt2 1991 by the Department of Environment.
BS 6891 1988 The Building Standards (Scotland)
BS 5440 Pt1 1990 (Consolidation) Regulations issued
BS 6461 Pts 1&2 1984 by the Scottish Development Dept.
TECHNICAL DATA
Overall Height of fire 600mm
Minimum height of opening required 555mm
Minimum width of opening required 400mm
Minimum depth of opening 350mm
Weight 19.5 kg
Type of gas G20 (NG) only
Supply pressure 20 mbar +/- 1 mbar (Cold)
Heat Inputs (GROSS)
Maximum 6.6kW 22520 Btu/h
Minimum 3.83 kW 13070 Btu/h
Injector Stereomatic 046/19/196/076M
Gas valve Isphording GH379 001 003 00A
Or Thermaco 21018B
Pilot Assembly SIT Oxy-pilot assembly NG9022
Or Concentric ODS1
Note: None of the materials used in the manufacture of this appliance contain asbestos.
INSTALLATION NOTES
The Claremont is for use on Natural Gas Only and can only be used in conjunction with the following chimney: -
Conventional brick or stone chimney, further details are covered in later text. A non-combustible hearth must be
provided to comply with the building regulations or a suitable proprietary fire surround with a 100
O
C rating.
The front face (a minimum size of 600mm X 500mm wide) and the base of the fire opening must be flat to ensure that
a good seal is formed between the rear and base of the appliance and the chimney to avoid any reduction of the natural
draught.
A non-combustible hearth of a minimum thickness of 12mm, a minimum width of 700mm, and a minimum depth of
340mm and the periphery to be 50mm above floor level must be provided to comply with the Building Regulations.
(Minimum depth of hearth must be measured from the vertical plane of fixing of the appliance). Any combustible
material above the opening must be removed up to a height of 590mm above hearth level.
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INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
A conventional brick or stone chimney as used for a solid fuel appliance with a minimum effective flue height of 3
metres and a minimum cross sectional dimension of 225 x 225mm (9 x 9ins). Or, a lined flue with a minimum
diameter of 175mm (7ins) with a builders opening having a minimum height of 550mm, width of 400mm and a
minimum depth of 350mm to allow sufficient volume for debris collection.
If a fireback (chair brick) is fitted in the existing builders opening it will be necessary to remove it together with any
infill or rubble. Any remedial work should be carried out including levelling the base beneath the fire. The minimum
sizes required for the opening are shown in Fig 1.
Any permanent flue restriction or variable dampers are to be removed or locked fully open. The chimney flue must be
swept prior to installation.
An inspection should be made to ensure that the internal walls of the flue are sound and clear of mortar fangs,
excessive protrusions must be removed.
CONTENTS CHECK LIST (See page 9 for identification)
Vent Box Assembly C/W:
Burner Assembly Fibre Back Panel.
Decorative trim. 12 Large Coals.
1 Simulated Coal Front. 8 Medium Coals
L&R Hand coal Support Shelves. 2 Triangular Coals
. 2 Burner Inserts. Installation & Users Instruction
Fitting Kit
DISMANTLING THE APPLIANCE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION INTO THE OPENING.
To prevent any damage and to assist with the installation of the appliance both the burner and the trim should be
removed. The trim is removed by lifting the trim vertically observing that the lugs locate over the flanges of the box.
To remove the burner from the box unscrew the two screws at the base of the fascia panel and pull the burner forward
observing that the rear feet locate under two lugs in the base panel.
GAS SUPPLY
BEFORE COMMENCING WORK, TURN OFF ANY APPLIANCES THAT ARE FED BY THE METER
AND ISOLATE THE SUPPLY BY TURNING OFF AT THE METER.
The gas connection to this appliance is made with 8mm O/D rigid or semi rigid tube to a pressure test elbow situated
on the left-hand side of the burner as shown in Fig 6. It is advisable to provide a means of isolating the gas supply to
the appliance for servicing with either a restrictor elbow or isolation cock as shown in Figs 2 & 3, (the supply tube
support bracket may be removed as shown in Fig 4). Provision is made in the rear of the box to make a concealed
connection, i.e. knock out blanks. The installer is reminded of the requirements of BS 6891 1988 dealing with
enclosed pipes. The standard requires that when a gas pipe is fed through a wall, the pipe should be enclosed in a tight
sleeve to protect against failure caused by movement and shall be constructed to prevent a passage of gas either
between the pipe and sleeve or sleeve and the wall.
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FITTING THE VENT BOX.
Position the box in the centre of the opening. If a concealed gas supply is to be used, it must be routed to the location
of the burner prior to fitting the vent box. The appropriate knock out blank should be removed and the pipe sealed
with the grommet provided.
Four holes are provided in the side flanges of the box these may be used to secure the vent box to the back panel as
shown in Fig 5, screws and plastic plugs are supplied with the fitting kit. It is important to ensure a good seal between
the box and the fixing surface, a foam strip is supplied adhered to the rear of the flange. Replace the burner assembly
in position ensuring that the rear legs locate under the tags in the base plate and secure with the two screws provided.
Complete the gas connection to the burner as required and fit the decorative trim by locating the tags in the cut outs in
the side flanges. Slide the trim down until the top tag locates over the top flange, care should be taken to avoid damage
to the paint on the top flange of the appliance, if the trim is finished in brass remove the protective plastic coating
before lighting the appliance.
SETTING UP THE COAL BED. (See page 9 for identification of components)
Position the two burner inserts which are tee shaped in cross section in between the front and rear ports of the burner -
place the simulated coal front in position as shown in fig. 7. The coal support shelf is positioned so that the rebated
channel on the under side locates over the rear flange of the fibre support channel: two stops prevent the shelf closing
the gap between the back of the burner inserts and the front edge of the shelf. There should be a minimum gap of
6mm, see Figs 6 and 7.
COAL LAYOUT
First Layer. Position 3 large coals with the rear edge on the burner inserts with 2 triangular coals placed at the sides.
Place 4 medium coals stood vertically at the rear of the coal support. Place 5 large coals across the middle. See fig. 8.
Second layer. Position the remaining 4 large and 4 medium coals as shown in fig. 9.
To obtain the best visual appearance it may be necessary to make slight adjustments to the positions of the coals.
NOTE: If any of the coals or coal bed become damaged, lost or broken, replacements must be obtained before the
appliance is used.
TO LIGHT THE APPLIANCE AND CHECK THE CORRECT OPERATION.
1.
Remove the Fret (Controls cover), to gain access to the controls.
2.
Press and turn the gas control until the indicator mark is aligned with the IGN mark and keep the control fully
depressed.
3.
After a sufficient period has elapsed to allow the system to be purged of air, press and release the igniter button
until a pilot flame has been established, (check that the pilot has lit on both the ports. Keep the control depressed
for a further 20 seconds.
4.
Release the gas control and check that the pilot remains lit.
5.
Depress the gas control slightly and turn fully anti-clockwise until the indicator mark is aligned with the small
flame symbol. The burner will cross light from the pilot.
6.
Depress the gas control slightly and turn clockwise until the indictor mark is aligned with the large flame symbol.
The burner will now be at maximum rate.
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Turn the gas control to the OFF position, wait for 3 minutes, fully depress the gas control, turn to IGN position and
release the control. Attempt to ignite the pilot with an already lighted match or taper. If the pilot ignites the FSD is
faulty.
7.
Re-light the appliance and set the control to the maximum rate (large flame) position, place the Fire front & fret in
position and leave to heat up for 5 minutes, check for satisfactory clearance of products by inserting a lighted
smoke match into the position shown in Fig 10. All the smoke must be drawn into the flue. If spillage occurs,
allow a further 10 minutes. Should spillage still occur examine the chimney for the fault and rectify the cause. The
test should be repeated if an extractor fan is situated in the room, or in any connecting room with all the doors in
that room opened.
TO CHECK THE APPLIANCE SETTING PRESSURE & LEAK TEST
A Pressure Test Point at the inlet elbow enables verification of the inlet pressure of the appliance under operating
conditions and can also be used to check the gas soundness of the connections to the appliance gas control. To check
the joints of the burner assembly for gas soundness it will be necessary to carry out the examination prior to installing
into the case. If a manometer is used care must be taken to ensure that it is not disconnected with the gas turned on and
the fuel bed hot.
TO VERIFY THE INLET PRESSURE
The inlet pressure should be observed at 20mbar +/- 1mbar when the appliance is operating at its maximum rate. Any
significant reduction below an inlet pressure of 20mbar will indicate a restriction in the gas supply to the appliance,
which should be identified and corrected. If there are any other appliances that are relatively high rated (e.g., a central
heating boiler) fed from the same gas supply branch, it is advisable to perform this observation with both appliances in
operation.
DEMONSTRATE THE LIGHTING AND EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES TO THE USER
ADVISE THAT
The curing effect of heating the coals will cause an initial odour, which although not harmful, may require additional
ventilation until the odour has disappeared.
The appliance is fitted with an Oxy-pilot to prevent the continued operation in the event of spillage occurring. If the
fire shuts ‘OFF’ repeatedly the appliance must be turned off and not used until an expert is consulted.
When any debris or soot is to be cleaned from the appliance a vacuum cleaner may be used with care.
The appliance must be serviced annually by a competent person; i.e. a CORGI registered installer in accordance with
these instructions and that the appliance is checked for spillage in accordance with the method detailed in these
instructions.
Complete the section in the enclosed registration leaflet. Advise that any component or part of this appliance is
guaranteed against defective workmanship or faulty materials for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase,
and that a competent person carries out any warranty work.
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MAINTENANCE & SERVICING
GENERAL
A. Removal of Debris or Soot Deposits; Allow the appliance to cool for one hour before removing all the coals and
coal bed components for cleaning purposes. Once all the components have been removed from the fire bed check that
no debris has become lodged in the burner ports (both front and rear). If any debris is present it may be easily removed
with a thin piece of card or similar to ease out any foreign matter. Any soot deposited on the coals etc; may be
removed by using a soft brush or with the careful use of a vacuum cleaner. Any soot deposits may be removed from
either the Thermocouple or Electrode tips with a soft cloth, do not use abrasive materials.
B. SERVICING COMPONENTS BELOW THE BURNER ASSEMBLY
To remove trim, lift vertically to allow the formed tags in the rear of the trim to slide out of the notches in the
flanges of the box. (re-assemble in the reverse sequence). Remove the coals, coal supports, burner inserts and front
simulated coal. To gain access to the components below the burner assembly it has to be removed from the Vent
Box by disconnecting the gas supply at the inlet elbow and unscrewing the two screws at the base of the fascia
panel. Where the supply is fed from the right hand side across the front of the appliance it will be necessary to
disconnect the supply from the isolation tap or restrictor elbow.
i) TO CLEAN OR REPLACE THE INJECTOR: Unscrew the compression nut connecting the gas supply to the
injector elbow while supporting the injector to prevent any distortion of the frame work. Unscrew and remove the
gas supply tube from the gas control valve, hold the injector lock nut with a spanner and rotate the injector. Replace
in the reverse order.
ii) TO REPLACE THE GAS CONTROL / FSD: Disconnect the three gas pipes and the thermocouple from the gas
control. Pull the control knob from the spindle, unscrew the lock nut securing the front of the control valve (niting
plate assembly), and remove the gas control valve. Replace in the reverse order.
iii) TO REPLACE THE PIEZO IGNITER: Pull the igniter lead from the piezo igniter tab. Hold the piezo lock nut
and rotate the piezo to unscrew and remove. Replace in the reverse order.
iv) TO CLEAN OR REPLACE THE OXY-PILOT ASSEMBLY (including electrode and thermocouple): Unscrew
the self -tap screw securing the clamp bracket. Undo the supply tube nut at the gas connection to the pilot taking
care not to lose the filter trapped between the olive and recess in the base of the pilot base, (see Fig.10) withdraw
the oxy-pilot assembly. Clean off any lint or fluff taking care to avoid damage. The individual parts cannot be
changed separately as the assembly is precision built. Reassemble in reverse order ensuring that the filter is fitted in
place. It is advisable to check joints for leaks prior to refitting the burner unit into position.
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SHORT PARTS LIST
For spares contact the manufacturer at the address overleaf.
DESCRIPTION Part No GC No
Piezo Igniter 40245 397 686
Control Knob 40232 170 014
Control Valve (THERMACO) 41833
Pilot Filter 41063 170 245
Pilot Burner Assembly
SIT Oxy-Pilot Burner Assembly
NG9022 42313
Main Injector Stereomatic
046/19/196/076M 41670
Or
Bray Cat 82/460 41669 379 871
Coal Support 42963
Burner Inserts (2) 42952
Set of Coals 42891
Front Coal Mould 40481 170 248
Fibre Back Panel 42503
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MAX HEAT INPUT (GROSS)
6.6 kW 22450 Btu/hr
M C Fireplaces
Capswood Business Centre
Oxford Road, Tatling End,
Denham BUCKS. UB9 4DG
Service: (GSA Ltd) 01703 516611
The
CLAREMONT is supplied in two packs, the main appliance and the outer case/fender assembly. The outer
case assembly is fitted after the appliance is installed in the fireplace opening.
1.
Unpack the case assembly and note the retaining brackets on the left and right sides on the inside of the case
assembly.
2.
The center bracket locates inside the canopy and all retaining brackets are secured in place with the screws
provided
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