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General Information
Only use decalcified water in this appliance.
This model is designed to be free standing and is normally positioned near a wall.
Always ensure that the appliance is sitting on a level surface.
Although this heater complies with safety standards, we do not recommend its use on deep pile carpets or on long hair
type of rugs.
Please note: Used in an environment where background noise is very low, it may be possible to hear a sound which is
related to the operation of the flame effect. This is normal and should not be a cause for concern.
If this product experiences a power surge for whatever reason the product may cut-out. This is a normal safety feature
and the product will resume operation after 30 seconds.
Once installed, never move this appliance or lay on its back, without draining the water from sump and water tank.
If you intend not using the appliance for longer than 2 weeks, drain the water from sump and water tank and dry the
sump.
The water tank, sump, sump lid, tank cap and air filters must be cleaned once every two weeks, particularly in hard
water areas.
The appliance should never be operated if the lamps are not working.
The lamps should be regularly inspected as described under ‘Maintenance’ and ‘Changing lamps’.
Technical Information
Model No: VVLD20
Heat Output
230V
240V
Nominal Heat Output
P
Nom
1.6
-
1.8
kW
Minimum Heat Output
P
min
0.8
-
0.9
kW
Maximum Continous Heat Output
P
max,c
1.6
-
1.8
kW
Auxiliary Electricity Consumption
In Standby mode
el
SB
0.45
-
0.48
W
with mechanic thermostat room temperature control
Installation Instructions
This section describes how to set up your fire.
BEFORE YOU START
1. Ensure that all packing items are removed (read any warning labels carefully) and retain all packing for possible
future use e.g. in the event of moving house or returning the appliance to your supplier.
2. Before connecting the stove, check that the supply voltage is the same as that stated on the heater.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: FALLING OR TIPPING APPLIANCES CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH OF YOUNG CHILDREN,
PLEASE ENSURE CHILDREN DO NOT CLIMB, HANG OR STAND ON THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING: THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A TIPPING RESTRAINT, THIS RESTRAINT IS NOT A
SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPER ADULT SUPERVISION. THIS RESTRAINT MAY PROVIDE PROTECTION AGAINST
TIPPING FURNITURE. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO CLIMB ON FURNITURE. FAILURE TO DETACH THIS
RESTRAINT BEFORE MOVING FURNITURE MAY RESULT IN INJURY AND DAMAGE.
This product is provided with a ‘Tipping Restraint Kit’ as shown in Fig 1, to prevent the product accidentally tipping
over. Fitting Instructions are supplied with this kit please follow these instructions carefully.
Hold the fire by the sides of surround and gently manoeuvre into position.
Place the fire against a wall and connect to your electricity supply.
Connect the power cable to the appropriate power connector at the back of the fire.
Plug the power cable into a 16amp/230volt outlet. Ensure that the supply cable exits at the back of the fire, at the right
or left hand corner to suit your supply socket location and is not trapped under the fire such that it might cause it to be
damaged.
Do not yet switch the appliance on.
Connecting the Transducer Unit + Lamps
1. Release the two red tabs by turning them by 90 degrees (Fig 2)
2. Lift out the Sump Nozzle (Fig 3)
