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Please read these instructions carefully before you start installing or using this appliance Keep this booklet handy for future reference This appliance is for use in Great Britain or IRELAND only Paragon Fires Charlton & Jenrick LTD Telford Shropshire TF3 3AR...
P8 Instructions CONTENTS PAGE USERS INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ONE Introduction Consumer Protection Information Heath & Safety Notice Introduction Important Information SECTION TWO Operating Appliance Lighting the Appliance Replacing Hand Set Battery Replacing Appliance Battery SECTION THREE Cleaning Cleaning Pilot Assembly Cleaning Glass panel Removing Glass Panel SECTION FOUR Fuel Bed Cleaning &...
‘hazardous waste and should be disposed of at a site licensed for the disposal of industrial waste. INTRODUCTION The Paragon P8 as been designed and tested to the requirements of EN 613 and is suitable for use in GB (Great Britain) and IE (Ireland). ...
P8 Users Instructions SECTION ONE Introduction Continued The Paragon P8 is battery operated; therefore no mains electrical supply is required. Power to the appliance is provided by 6 high power alkaline 1.5V batteries (AA size) (a spare set of 6 AA batteries is supplied with the appliance).
P8 Users Instructions SECTION TWO Operating the Appliance Before attempting to operate the appliance check that nothing has been placed in front of the appliance that may interfere with the remote sensor operation. To light the appliance using the remote hand set: a.
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P8 Users Instructions LOW BATTERY INDICATION (HAND SET) If while pressing any of the buttons on the remote hand set the low battery indicator lamp either stops flashing or appreciably slows then the battery should be changed. TO REPLACE BATTERIES IN HAND SET (AAA 1.5 V LR3 X2 ) Remove the cover from the rear of the handset and fit replacement batteries, taking care not to strain the...
P8 Users Instructions SECTIONTHREE Cleaning Warning: - Before you clean any part of the appliance ensure that the appliance is turned off and cold. CLEANING: PILOT ASSEMBLY (With Fireplace frame fitted) (Before cleaning ensure that the appliance is turned off and cold) In some instances you may experience ignition problems even when the appliance is new.
Carefully lift the glass panel from within the bottom location slot. Remove the log fuel bed shapes and bark shapes. Lift out the air tray assembly from the location points within the shelf. P8 Users Instructions SECTIONTHREE Cleaning Continued GLASS CLEANING From time to time it will be necessary to clean the glass panel of your P4.
P8 Users Instructions SECTION FOUR Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout Before you clean any part of the appliance ensures that the appliance is turned off and cold. Use only the fuel bed components provided and no additional parts must added. ...
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P8 Users Instructions SECTION FOUR Fuel Bed Cleaning and Layout Continued Place the two log shapes as shown. Place the three log shapes as shown. Place the two log shapes as shown. LT6523 ( Iss 4 10/14 )
P8 Users Instructions SECTION FIVE General Points Like all appliances incorporating an aerated burner a low frequency noise may be heard, particularly on the low setting, this is quite normal and does not affect the operation of the appliance. It is advised that a competent person service the P8 fire annually.
P8 Installation Instructions SECTION SIX Appliance Data NATURAL GAS Gas Type: CATEGORY I 2 H Gas Pressure: 20 mbar +/- 1.0mbar Pressure Test Point Location: Gas inlet elbow Gas Input: 6.6 kW Gross (Max.) 2.4 kW Gross (Min.) Injectors: Mk 460 Oxy pilot: 9079 N.G.
P8 Installation Instructions SECTION SIX Appliance Data Continued Four Sided Trim Option SECTION SEVEN Regulations and Warnings This appliance must only be installed in Great Britain or Ireland. The appliance is suitable for use on natural gas only. ...
P8 Installation Instructions SECTION EIGHT Siting the Appliance CLASS ONE That is a conventional brick or stone chimney as used for a solid fuel appliance with an effective cross- sectional dimension of 225 x 225 mm (9” x 9”) or a lined flue with a minimum diameter of 125mm (5”). The chimney must have a minimum effective height of at least 3 metres.
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P8 Installation Instructions SECTION EIGHT Siting the Appliance PREPARING THE OPENING FOR INSTALLATION WITH MARBLE SLIPS 940 - 980mm This area behind the trim/fascia must be clear of combustible 610-635mm material and be flat for the seal. Floor 350mm Min Min The front face 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 natural draught.
P8 Installation Instructions SECTION EIGHT Siting the Appliance Continued CHECKING THE FLUE AND FIRE OPENING Check that the chimney conforms to the required specifications as previously stated. Examine the condition and carry out any remedial work including removing any debris from the base. ...
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P8 Installation Instructions SECTION NINE To Install the Appliance continued Fireplace Frame Option At this point the fireplace or false chimney breast front will need to be constructed. Offer the fireplace frame assembly up to the firebox and secure using the 4 off fixing screws provide ...
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P8 Installation Instructions SECTION NINE To Install the Appliance continued Slip Bracket Option Fit the Fire place frame assembly to the Firebox Flange using the six off fixing screws provided. Attached the 2 off Slip bracket LH and RH onto the Fireplace frame assembly using the 6 off fixing pins provided.
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Place the Glass panel within the location bracket within the fire box shelf assembly. P8 Installation Instructions SECTION NINE To Install the Appliance continued Retain the glass panel by using the glass fixing bracket and nuts provided. Connect the battery pack as described in section one with the insulation sleeve provided.
P8 Installation Instructions SECTION NINE To Install the Appliance Continued FIT LINERS (See Page 9) LAY FUEL BED Important: - Refer to the ‘Heath & Safety Notice located on page 3 of this booklet before laying or replacing any refractory material. In the event of replacing fuel bed components please use only the specified number of components as illustrated.
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If spillage is detected the cause must be discovered and the fault corrected, if the fault cannot be corrected, disconnect the fire from the gas supply and seek expert advice. Spillage can be caused P8 Installation Instructions SECTION TEN Checking Operation of Fire Continued by a restriction in the flue system, down draught or insufficient ventilation into the room where the ...
P8 Maintenance Instructions SECTION ELEVEN Maintenance GENERAL Servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a Gas safe-registered person in accordance with the relevant regulations, to ensure the safe and correct operation of the appliance. ...
P8 Maintenance Instructions SECTION ELEVEN Maintenance Continued REPLACEMENT OF OXY-PILOT ASSEMBLY NOTE: If the pilot assembly is replaced it must be replaced by an identical unit from the same manufacturer and replaced as a complete unit. Follow the burner tray removal sequence. ...
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Charlton and Jenrick Ltd. 8. The registration form must be returned within 3 months of purchase. PARAGON HELPDESK NUMBER 0845 5195991 Important For future reference we suggest you record the following details here, and keep the receipt as proof of purchase.
The following information must be complete and supported by receipts as part of the conditions of the extended three year parts warranty and the appliance must be registered by completing and returning the registration document (last page of this booklet) to Paragon Fires. Date of First annual service: Engineer Name Gas Safe Registration No.
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PLEASE REGISTER YOUR 12 MONTH WARRANTY WITH US TODAY Simply detach this sheet from this booklet, complete and return it in a stamped addressed envelope to: Paragon Fires Charlton and Jenrick Ltd UNIT D STAFFORD PARK 2 TELFORD SHROPSHIRE TF3 3AR...
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