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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
40 / 52 / 55 / 65
NAME
Unilux-3 40
Unilux-3 52
Unilux-3 55
Unilux-3 65
EN -13229
UNILUX-3
Serial number:
Production date:
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
OUTPUT
5.0 kW
7.0 kW
8.0 kW
7.0 kW
DESCRIPTION
Fireplace insert
Fireplace insert
Fireplace insert
Fireplace insert
Version : 04 - 326587
Date
: 01-07-2013

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  • Page 1 DIRECTIONS FOR USE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 NAME OUTPUT DESCRIPTION Unilux-3 40 5.0 kW Fireplace insert Unilux-3 52 7.0 kW Fireplace insert Unilux-3 55 8.0 kW Fireplace insert Unilux-3 65 7.0 kW Fireplace insert...
  • Page 2 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Directions for use and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 3 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 UNILUX-3 40 UNILUX-3 52 ( 3 sided frame ) (without frame) UNILUX-3 55 UNILUX-3 65 (without frame) (4 sided frame ) Directions for use and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 4 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Directions for use and Installation Instructions...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction 1.1 Preface................1.2 Safety................Location.................. Installation instructions............Operation of the fi replace insert..........Stoking up for the fi rst time............. 6.1 Ventilation............... 6.2 Getting the fi re going............
  • Page 6 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Directions for use and Installation Instructions...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION PREFACE We would like to congratulate you on your purchase of this modern BARBAS fi replace insert. This quality product will give you years of heating pleasure as you enjoy the play of the fl ames and the cosy glow of the fi re.

  • Page 8: Safety

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 SAFETY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Safety • Do not place fl ammable objects within 100 cm of the appliance. Pay special attention to furnishings and ornaments around the fi re. • When you use your fi replace insert, the exterior will become hot. Always wear the glove or use the accessories supplied when fi...
  • Page 9 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Installation instructions • Wood and wood briquettes may be stoked in the stove. Coals can’t be burned in the fi re. • Never use the heater to burn rubbish. • Please read all instructions / stickers on and around the appliance.

  • Page 10: Location

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 LOCATION INCLUDED Documentation Warranty Manual Attributes Glove (Heat resistant up to max. 95°C) Operating hook / Poker N.B. If any part is missing, please contact your dealer. PREPARATION FOR POSITIONING Check all functions of the fi replace before fi tting.
  • Page 11 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Handle ± 50° forwards: The door releases from its lock and be opened forwards. • Check the operation and setting of the fl ue gas fl ap. Flue gas fl ap pin Flue gas fl...
  • Page 12 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 • Check the operation of the slider for controlling the combustion air. • Check whether the ashtray is completely empty. Directions for use and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 13 • 2x collar adaptor Ø125 mm 304040 • 4x Hose clamp Ø125 mm 327647 Wood rack Unilux-3 40 - high model - h = 60 mm 328059 Wood rack Unilux-3 52 - high model - h = 60 mm 327648...

  • Page 14: Installation Instructions

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FITTING THE FIREPLACE When fi tting one of these fi replace inserts local and/or national regulations relating to fi re safety must be followed. In case of doubt, consult the fi re safety department of the local fi...
  • Page 15 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 FITTING Without frame (Integrated frame side strip and top strip) 3 sided frame 4 sided frame Directions for use and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 16 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 A fi replace insert can be fi tted in the newly-built or existing chimney breast of an open fi re. When fi tting, both fi re safety and operational safety must be safeguarded.
  • Page 17 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 In dwellings with an operating extractor hood, this should be turned to the lowest setting or turned off altogether. If the extractor hood remains in use, additional ventilation must be provided in compensation. This will not only avoid poor combustion, but will also prevent fl...
  • Page 18 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 3.3.3 Fitting in a newly-built chimney breast • If required, a convection set can be added when installing the appliance. (Not applicable for Unilux-3 40.) • Use convection set: The function of the convection set (option) is to improve the convection through the appliance, resulting in effi...
  • Page 19 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 ° Now connect the fl exible hoses to the 2 collar adaptors (Ø125 mm) on the top of the fi re and to the metal fi tting box on the air exit grids that are being used (do not forget to fi...
  • Page 20 Figure 2: Use of convection set and ventilation of fi replace Unilux-3 52/55/65 • Close up the front. Unilux-3 40: The appliance has its own intake and discharge openings for the convection air. Unilux-3: The appliance has its own intake and discharge openings for 52/55/65 the convection air.
  • Page 21 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Available BARBAS grids (option) for ventilating the fi replace: COLOUR DIMENSION (cm) CLEAR OPENING (cm Brass or white 13.5 x 13.5 (incl. fi tting) Brass or white 27.0 x 13.5 (incl. fi tting) Perma Air (white) 43.0 x 22.0...
  • Page 22 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 • Disassembling the smoke outlet top-connection. • Pull the stovepipe or the stainless steel (fl exible) pipe downwards through the appliance and secure it to the smoke outlet connection. Stainless steel fl exible...
  • Page 23 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Fix with hose clamp (Minimum 2 pieces per connection.) Stovepipe of steel • Push the smoke outlet connection back upwards and secure it in place. • Replace the brake plate, the complete interior and fl ue gas fl ap.

  • Page 24: Operation Of The Fi Replace Insert

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 OPERATION OF THE FIREPLACE INSERT Figure 3: Operation Unilux-3 40 Handle Ceramic heat-proof glass Locking slider for operating pin of fl ue gas fl ap Operating pin of fl ue gas fl ap...
  • Page 25 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Figure 4: Operation Unilux-3 52 / 55 / 65 Handle Ceramic heat-proof glass Locking slider for operating pin of fl ue gas fl ap Operating pin of fl ue gas fl ap Convection air escape opening (2x).

  • Page 26: Stoking Up For The Fi Rst Time

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 STOKING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME If you have had your chimney breast modifi ed or newly built, fi rst allow your home to dry properly. Walls which have not been allowed to dry properly are a magnet for dust such as any smoke particles created when stoking up the fi...

  • Page 27: Use

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 VENTILATION Air is a vital component of the combustion process. Ensure that there is a suffi cient supply of fresh air. For each kilo of wood that you put on the fi re (door closed), 10 - 15 m of extra air is needed.

  • Page 28: While Stoking

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 When setting the fi re, move the locking slider all the way to the left. If necessary, leave the door ajar for 10 minutes. Do not open the door wide, as the window will remain cold.
  • Page 29 When loading the fi re with fuel, two blocks measuring 15 cm long and 30 cm perimeter (Unilux-3 40), (35 cm perimeter (Unilux-3 52 and Unilux-3 65)), (40 cm perimeter (Unilux-3 55)) is suffi cient. Do not add more fuel until the previous fuel has burned down to the charcoal stage.

  • Page 30: Heating Economically

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Modifi cation Do not make modifi cations to your fi re. Any alteration to your fi re, of whatever nature, will also invalidate your warranty. Continuous stoking with the primary air supply open (combustion air supply slider is right over to the “...

  • Page 31: General Hints

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 GENERAL HINTS TIPS • Burn dry wood only. Damp wood not only burns poorly, it causes more pollution in the appliance (window), the chimney, your room (when opening the door of the appliance, for instance) and the environment. Wood can only be classifi...

  • Page 32: Output

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 • Chimney fi re. If, despite all the precautions, a fi re should occur in the chimney (you generally notice that because of a roaring sound in the chimney), do the following: •...
  • Page 33 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 • Excessive chimney draught. The combustion air does not reach the fuel, but leaves the appliance via the chimney. The fi re cools and the combustion quality decreases. • Using too much wood.

  • Page 34: Fuel

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 FUELS The appliance has been recommended as suitable for use in smoke control areas when burning the suitable fuels mentioned hereunder. WOOD Suitable fuels are: • All sorts of clean wood (forested). The wood must have been dried for at least two years.

  • Page 35: Amount Of Fuel

    fi re, the hotter it will become and overheating may even occur. If this happens, there is a risk of fi re. It may also damage your appliance and chimney. BARBAS will not assume liability for damage caused by overheating.
  • Page 36 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Unilux-3 52 / 65: Per fi lling: (= for 45 minutes) Wood: 2 blocks, each around 0.75 kg Briquettes: 3 briquettes, each around 0.35 kg Dimensions wood block: c. 15 cm long and 35 cm perimeter (≈...
  • Page 37 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 HEAT RADIATION The table below shows the temperatures which can theoretically be achieved by burning wood. Heat radiation Sort of fuel kWh/kg Dry wood (average) The heating value of wood (18.7 MJ/kg at 0% humidity) is not affected by the sort of wood.

  • Page 38: Regular Maintenance

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 REGULAR MAINTENANCE • Emptying the ashtray Weekly, 48 hours after last heating • Cleaning the glass As required • Door and ashtray seals Check annually before heating is resumed. Replace as necessary •...

  • Page 39: Replacement Parts

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 REPLACEMENT PARTS 11.1 UNILUX-3 without frame Item no Description Unilux-3 40 Unilux-3 52 Unilux-3 55 Unilux-3 65 body smoke connection integrated frame side strip integrated frame top strip internal panel side R (vermiculite plate)

  • Page 40: Unilux-3

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 11.2 UNILUX-3 3 sided frame Item no Description Unilux-3 40 Unilux-3 52 Unilux-3 55 Unilux-3 65 body smoke connection 3 sided frame internal panel side R (vermiculite plate) internal panel rear (vermiculite plate)
  • Page 41 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 11.3 UNILUX-3 4 sided frame Item no Description Unilux-3 40 Unilux-3 52 Unilux-3 55 Unilux-3 65 body smoke connection 4 sided frame internal panel side R (vermiculite plate) internal panel rear (vermiculite plate)
  • Page 42 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Sequence for replacing the interior of the appliance: Remove the grate and ashtray. Remove the wood rack. - Remove the bottomplate in the front. Remove the fl ue gas fl ap by lifting it slightly, tipping it backwards and removing it.
  • Page 43 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Remove the brake plate holder Temporarily place the brake plate (metal strip, front of brake plate). one notch higher in the appliance. Remove the right-hand side panel. To do this, lift the brake plate slightly.
  • Page 44 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Remove the left-hand side panel. Remove the rear panel. The entire interior is now disassembled. The interior is reassembled in the reverse order. Directions for use and Installation Instructions...

  • Page 45: Dimensions

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 DIMENSIONS 12.1 UNILUX-3 (without frame) (with built-in frame) Appliance Unilux-3 40 395.5 Unilux-3 52 340.5 Unilux-3 55 505.5 Unilux-3 65 640** 340.5 * Unilux-3 40 has no convection connections ** Unilux-3 65 has a slant back (493 mm)

  • Page 46: 3 Sided Frame

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 12.2 UNILUX-3 (3 sided frame) Appliance Unilux-3 40 268 395.5 332.5 550 484 592 Unilux-3 52 388 340.5 332.5 495 604 537 Unilux-3 55 408 505.5 332.5 660 624 702 Unilux-3 65 640** 300 508 340.5...
  • Page 47 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 12.3 UNILUX-3 (4 sided frame) Appliance Unilux-3 40 268 395.5 332.5 550 484 634 Unilux-3 52 388 340.5 332.5 495 604 579 Unilux-3 55 408 505.5 332.5 660 624 744 Unilux-3 65 640** 300 508 340.5...

  • Page 48: Technical Data

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 TECHNICAL DATA UNILUX-3 40 UNILUX-3 52 Combustion: Measured in compliance with EN 13229 : 2001 and EN 13229 - A2 : 2004 Fuel Wood Wood Output; min. - max. 2 - 7 kW...
  • Page 49 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 UNILUX-3 55 UNILUX-3 65 Combustion: Measured in compliance with EN 13229 : 2001 and EN 13229 - A2 : 2004 Fuel Wood Wood Output; min. - max. 5 - 11 kW 3 - 9 kW...

  • Page 50: Frequently Asked Questions

    Can a wood-burning stove/fi replace insert be connected to a central heating installation? The Barbas range does not have any stoves/fi res that can be connected to central heating installations. We do not advise attempting it!! Directions for use and Installation Instructions...
  • Page 51 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 How do I know if I’m heating correctly? Follow the instructions in this manual. The fl ames should play softly across the wood and the wood should burn evenly. Once the fi re has been burning for a short time, the smoke from the chimney should be almost translucent.

  • Page 52: Unilux-3

    UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 There may be too much of a draught in your chimney, particularly if it is very high (in excess of 8 m). Ask your supplier to fi t a check valve or damper. This may not be possible in all cases.
  • Page 53 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 What happens when wood is burnt? The combustion process. The combustion of wood involves the following steps. Drying The fi rst step is that the fuel (wood) dries out. Even at low temperatures (~ 100°C), any moisture still in the wood will evaporate.
  • Page 54 UNILUX-3 40 / 52 / 55 / 65 Directions for use and Installation Instructions...
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