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OWNER GUIDE

Model 944

CAST-IRON GAS STOVE

Fitted with a Ceramic Coal fuel effect.

(GC No. 32-264-20)

THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS (G20).

WHEN CONVERTED USING CONVERSION KIT NO. 0595261 THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR USE WITH PROPANE GAS (G31).

THIS APPLIANCE IS SUITABLE ONLY FOR INSTALLATION IN THE UNITED KINGDOM (GB) AND THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (IE).

For technical advice firstly contact your retailer. If further advice is required then call 01204 868550.

This guide is intended to help you care for your gas stove. Please read thoroughly before using your gas stove and keep for future reference.

INSTALLER: Please leave this guide with the owner

© Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2006.

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© Baxi Heating U.K. Limited 2006.

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Baxi Fires Division, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9QP

Because our policy is one of constant development and improvement, details may vary slightly from those given in this publication

LIST OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY
GAS CONSUMPTION
OPERATING YOUR STOVE
The Flame Sensing & Flue Blockage Safety System.
Lighting the burner.
Operating the burner.
CLEANING YOUR STOVE
FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

This appliance has been designed to meet the most stringent quality, performance and safety requirements to provide our customers with many years' trouble- free service. Your owner guide aims to improve your understanding and appreciation of your gas stove by providing simple and informative instructions to ensure that you benefit from the excellent performance and features it has to offer.

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SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS

Do have the gas stove installed by a competent person. In the United Kingdom, installation must be in accordance with the latest edition of the Gas Safety (installation & use) Regulations. In the Republic of Ireland, installation must be in accordance with all national and local regulations in force.

Do have the chimney swept prior to installation if it was previously used for solid fuel.

Do have the gas stove installed in accordance with the installation instructions. On no account must the stove stand on carpets or other combustible materials. The stove must stand on a non-combustible hearth surface. The hearth material must be at least 12mm (1/2") thick and should protrude at least 150mm (6") in front of the stove body.

Do provide the minimum clearances shown in figure 1.

 

Figure 1. Dimensions and Clearances

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Do always use a fireguard complying with BS 8423 for the protection of young children, the elderly, the infirm or pet animals. The cast iron top, front, rear and sides of this stove are considered to be working surfaces and so will become very hot when in use. Always take care when using this appliance.

Do wait three minutes before attempting to relight if the gas stove is switched off or the flames are extinguished for any reason (Your gas stove is fitted with a safety device that will automatically shut off the gas supply to the gas stove, if for any reason , the flame goes out. If this operates then wait at least ten minutes before operating the stove).

Do get advice about the suitability of any wall covering near your gas stove. Soft wall coverings (e.g. embossed vinyl, etc.) which have a raised pattern are easily affected by heat. They may, therefore, scorch or become discoloured when close to a heating appliance. Please bear this in mind whenever you are considering redecorating.

Don't use this stove with the door open or with the glass panel damaged or removed. The door should always be secured with the locking screw (See "Cleaning your stove"). If the window is damaged or will not close securely the stove must be turned off and not used until the window is changed or corrected by a competent service engineer.

Don't hang clothing, towels or any other fabrics over the gas stove.

Don't put more loose ceramic coals on the gas stove than the number given in the guide supplied with the ceramic fuel effect. This may have been attached to or placed inside this guide. Never use any ceramic coals other than those authorised for this gas stove. Incorrect combustion and subsequent health hazard could result.

Don't put paper or other materials into your gas stove.

Don't use the gas stove with damaged base ceramics.

Don't place any combustible material (rugs, carpet, plastic tiles, etc.) on the hearth.

Don't attempt to clean or service the gas stove until it has been switched off and allowed to cool completely.

Don't leave the stove on if the house is left unoccupied for a long period. We recommend that the stove is turned fully off.

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GAS CONSUMPTION

Model 944

Has a maximum natural gas input of 6.85kW (Gross)

Has a maximum natural gas output of 5.00kW

Has a minimum natural gas input of 2.3kW (Gross)

Has a minimum natural gas output of 1.67kW

Model 944 when converted using kit number 0595261

Has a maximum propane gas input of 6.7kW (Gross)

Has a maximum propane gas output of 5.03kW

Has a minimum propane gas input of 4.0kW (Gross)

Has a minimum propane gas output of 3.00kW

OPERATING YOUR STOVE

PLEASE NOTE

When operating your stove for the first time, some vapours may be given off which may cause a slight odour and could possibly set off any smoke alarms in the immediate vicinity. These vapours are quite normal with new appliances. They are totally harmless and will disappear after approximately twelve hours use.

This stove is supplied with ceramic "coals" to simulate a real coal stove. After some use, the coals may change colour. This is quite normal.

The Flame Sensing & Flue Blockage Safety System.

For your safety, this appliance is fitted with a flue blockage safety device that will shut down the appliance in the event of abnormal flue conditions. This device is NOT a substitute for an independently mounted Carbon Monoxide detector.

The device will also automatically shut off the gas supply to the gas stove if the pilot flame goes out for any reason. If the device starts to shut off the gas frequently, get expert advice.

The system incorporates a probe that senses that the heat from the pilot flame is correct.

If this probe is cool, the device will prevent any gas flow unless the control knob is kept depressed at the PILOT/IGN position.

If the safety system operates and the flames go out wait at least ten minutes before attempting to relight.

Always make sure that the door is securely closed before lighting.

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If the gas valve is operated to turn the stove off always wait at least three minutes before attempting to relight.

Always make sure that the door is securely closed before lighting.

Lighting the burner.

1. Depress the control knob and rotate it anticlockwise to the pilot ignition position (See figure 2). A 'click' will be heard as the integral piezo operates. A flame should appear at the pilot. Keep the control knob depressed and hold the pilot ignition position for five seconds. When the control knob is released the pilot flame should remain lit. If a flame does not appear at the pilot then turn the control knob clockwise to the 'OFF' position and repeat the above.

 

Figure 2.

Operating the burner.

1. When the pilot burner is operating properly, gradually turn the control knob anticlockwise to 'HIGH' position. (Depress the knob slightly to get past the pilot ignition position). The main burner should now light.

Depress the control knob slightly to release from the 'HIGH' position and turn back (clockwise) to 'LOW'. While turning, the burner flames should gradually become lower but remain alight. Depress the control knob slightly to release from the 'LOW' position and turn back (clockwise) to the Pilot ignition position. The main burner should extinguish but the pilot should remain alight. Depress the control knob slightly and turn back (clockwise) to turn OFF. This will extinguish the pilot.

While cooling, the ceramic fuel effects may make some crackling noises. This is quite normal.

Note i) If the flames go out while setting the control, repeat the full lighting procedure. If the flames repeatedly go out have the stove serviced.

ii) Please note. When first turned on the flames will appear predominantly blue. The fuel effect pieces will take time to warm up. Although some glow will be seen after approximately ten minutes, the full visual effect will only be apparent after a somewhat longer time.

iii) The appliance will operate to its maximum potential if the flue is primed during the first 20 — 30 minutes of operation. To do this, simply slide the control button to its highest setting. This will also burn off any carbon deposits that may have formed during previous operations.

iv) If operating the appliance for long periods it is beneficial occasionally to change the settings. This will also help to remove any carbon deposits that may form during operation.

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CLEANING YOUR STOVE

Turn the stove off and allow it to cool completely before attempting any cleaning. Note that it will retain heat for some time after it has been turned off.

Cast Iron Surfaces

Regular dusting with a dry lint free cloth is all that should normally be necessary. If the paint needs retouching, allow the stove to cool completely. Brush any areas needing attention with a wire brush (Not enamelled surfaces). Clean off any loose matter. Touch up with high temperature stove paint. Apply the paint sparingly. Two light coats are better than one thick coat.

Opening the Door

The door is secured with a locking screw located adjacent to the door handle. Remove the screw using the hexagonal key supplied with the stove. Always secure the door with the locking screw to prevent inadvertent opening and consequent injury or damage while the stove is in use.

The Glass Window

Any stains on the glass can be removed with a non-abrasive cleaner such as a ceramic hob cleaner. Never use abrasive cleaners. Clean the window carefully in accordance with the instructions supplied with the cleaner.

FITTING THE CERAMIC FUEL EFFECT

The installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is separate from this guide. The installer may have attached it to this guide or placed it inside. It is important that the installer and owner guide for the ceramic fuel effect is followed correctly. If replacing the ceramic fuel effect, where a new guide is supplied, follow the installer and owner guide supplied with the replacement fuel effect.

Keep the replacement installer and owner guide with this owner guide for future reference.

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

Regular maintenance

In order to achieve and maintain high levels of personal safety and performance efficiency, it is essential that the flue is kept clear of any form of obstruction.

In the United Kingdom it is the law that a landlord must have any gas appliance, flue and pipework which is situated in a tenant's premises checked for safety at least every twelve months by a competent person (In the U.K., a CORGI registered installer).

We recommend that all gas appliances and their flues, wherever situated, are checked annually.

Servicing

To help us quickly help you, please try to have the following information available before you contact us:

Type of stove (Gas).

Model/Name.

Serial Number.

You will also be asked for the fault, problem or request plus your Post Code.

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