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INSTALLATION & USER INSTRUCTIONS All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping. M ODELS COVERED BY THESE INSTRUCTIONS P 2 3 L I N E A R - P 2 3 L I N P 2 3 C L A S S I C - P 2 3 C L L 2 3 L I N E A R - L 2 3 L I N L 2 3 C L A S S I C - L 2 3 C L L 3 0 F A B - L 3 0 F A B SMEG S.p.A. 42016 Guastalla (RE) I TALY W A L L M O U N T E [...]
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• This applia nce is a high efficienc y, flueless catalytic flame effect gas fire. It provide s radiant and convecte d warmth both effi- cientl y and safel y utilising the latest type catalyti c converter and burner technol ogy. • The appli ance does not require a flue system of any type as the catal ytic converter cleans the flue products to p[...]
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Destination Country Cat Inlet Pressure (mbar) Max Energy Input (kW) Min Energy Input (kW) High Burner Pressure (±1.5 mbar) Low Burner Pressure (±0.75 mbar) G20 G25 Gross Net Gross Net Hot Cold Hot Cold AT, CH, CZ, HR, ES, FI, GB, GR, IE, IT, NO, SE, SK, TR I 2H 20 - 2.60 2.35 1.50 1.35 13.7 13.6 4.3 4.4 DE, PL I 2E 20 - 2.60 2.35 1.50 1.35 13.7 1[...]
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Th is ap pl i a nc e ma y be i ns ta l l e d in an y ro o m in th e ho me ex c e p t ba t h r oo ms . If the appli- ance is to be fitted in a bedroom then an electronic carbon monoxide detector com- plying with the current edition of BSEN 50291 must be installed in the same room as the appliance . For maximum safety it is recomme nded that such dev[...]
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R emove the outer packaging, remove any instructions or fixing kits. Read ALL these i nstructions before continuing to unpack or install this appliance. Lift off the remaining packaging components and remove the contents of the box. Check that the compo- nents suppl ied corr elate with the compon ent chec klist . Please dispose of all the packagi n[...]
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If the appliance is to be mounted on a dry lined wall or a timber framed construction wall then efforts should be made to fix in at least two positions vertically, into o ne of the wooden studs, or supporting wooden mem- bers of the wall using tw o of the fixing screws provid- ed. If this is not achievable then the wall should be strength- ened usi[...]
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Classic models : The control knob is located on the lower right hand side of the outer case. It is marked as s hown in figure 7; L inear models : The control knob is located on the lower right hand side of the outer case. It is marked as shown in figure 8; F ab models : The control knob is located on the lower right hand side of the outer case. It [...]
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Please note that the Linear and Classic models are supplied with a tinted glass facia assembly, which dif- f er in appearance when viewed from the front, simi- larly the Fab model is supplied with a metal facia, however the method of attachment to the appliance, f or all frame designs, is the same. All models : Remove the facia panel from any prote[...]
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Al l m o d el s : Fi r st l y, re mo v e th e dec o ra t iv e frame/glass facia assembly as described in section 8.3. Remove the inner glass panel, and disconnect the gas connection inside appliance. The gas con- nections to the gas valve can now be released. Detach the burner front cover plate by removal of the four retaining screws (as shown in f[...]
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It is recommended that the catalysts are inspected for signs of damage and dirt during routine servicing procedures. The expect- ed life of the catalysts is in excess of 11,000 hours (10 years of normal use). After this time the catalysts should be replaced. If there are any deposits of dirt or soot on the catalyst they should be cleaned with a sof[...]
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Fire sparks but pilot does not light No gas to fire, check isolators are open. Pipe work blockage, clean out. Air not fully purged, re purge supply or wait longer. Spark earthing to metal work, reset gap correctly. B locked pilot, clean out internally. Pilot lights but then goes out Severe restriction in gas supply: clear obstruction. Faulty thermo[...]
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• The installation and Servicing of this fire MUST only be carried out by a competent person in accordance with local Codes and/or Regulations, Building Regulations and the manufacturer's instructions.Failure to comply with the above could lead to prosecution and invalidate the appliance warranty. In the event of gas leakage from the applian[...]
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Clearances to combustible materials Combustible materials are defined as wood, fabrics, or other materials likely to combust if exposed to flame. Generally, any mate- rial, which is likely to discolour, melt or misshape when exposed to moderate heat, should be considered as a combustible mate- r ial or surface. Clearance to the sides of the applian[...]
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Classic models : The control knob is located on the lower right hand side of the outer case. It is marked as shown in figure 2; Linear models : The control knob is located on the l ower right hand side of the outer case. It is marked as shown in figure 3; Fab models : The control knob is located on the lower right hand side of the outer case. It is[...]
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The appliance should be checked on an annual basis to ensure it is working safely and that there is no excessive build up of soot. The frequency of service will depend on usage, but MUST be carried out at least once annually. Servicing must be carried out b y a competent person. The Installation instructions carry full servicing details for the use[...]