Fire dept GD8 EB Operating Instructions Manual

Exposed burner

Advertisement

Quick Links

GD8 Exposed Burner
Installation Guide
Operating Instructions
Warranty

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Fire dept GD8 EB

  • Page 1 GD8 Exposed Burner Installation Guide Operating Instructions Warranty...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    It is therefore recommended that a fireguard complying with BS 8423:2002 is used in the presence of young children, the elderly or infirm. NOTE: This GD8 EB appliance is fitted with an Oxyprotector (Oxygen depletion) pilot. Under NO circumstances should this pilot be replaced or removed.
  • Page 3: Step 1: Ensure All Components Are Correct And Undamaged

    Step 1: Unpack and ensure all components are correct and undamaged  Firebox  Box of firebed mediums  Flue kit Step 2: Install plinth (if required)  If the appliance is to sit on a plinth, ensure it is capable of supporting a 350kg load.
  • Page 4: Exposed Burner Removal Process

    Exposed Burner Removal Process LPG / Natural Gas GD8 EB Cover Panels GD8 EB 1200  Remove the side panels (2 x screws) at each end of the Input 55-65 MJ/h exposed burner. One gas injector on the front burner tube and two ...
  • Page 5: Exposed Burner Installation Process

    Exposed Burner Installation Process LPG / Natural Gas  Fit the front cover under the exposed burner. GD8 EB 1200  Replace the side panels (2 x screws) at each end of the Input 55-65 MJ/h exposed burner. One gas injector on the...
  • Page 6: Firebox Lining Removal Process

    Firebox Lining Removal Process  In order to install the GD8 Exposed Burner, the base firebox lining must be removed to gain access to the base fixing brackets.  NOTE: in some circumstances (eg. the need to reduce overall weight so the appliance can be lifted up stairs), it may be necessary to remove (then replace) all the firebox lining.
  • Page 7 This GD8 EB appliance is supplied with the chosen firebox lining or ready for the client-supplied firebox lining. Note: Take care when removing the top fixing bracket. The top of the firebox lining will fall forward with the bracket removed.
  • Page 8  Once the base firebox lining has been removed, slide the appliance into position and ensure that it complies with the minimum clearances required (25mm for combustibles, 5mm for non-combustibles) to the fire box inner panels and 5mm surrounding enclosure. The exception to these minimum clearances is the base and the outer 2mm steel lintel panel of the fire, the base can safely sit directly upon combustible (e.g.
  • Page 9  The two side fixing brackets will hold the outer 2mm steel lintel panel in position. Locate the fixing brackets (see correct specifications or general assembly drawings) and mark out and drill fixing holes through the 30mm slots in the Side fixing brackets. Ensure holes are drilled in the centre of the slots to allow maximum positioning flexibility.
  • Page 10: Step 4: Install Flue And Connect To Appliance

     Refer to appropriate ‘The Fire Dept’ product specifications for specific minimum requirements. Only follow the ‘Wall cowl assembly details’ (below) if the flue is to be terminated through a wall.
  • Page 11 Wall cowl assembly details Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 1: Fix HOT panel to the cowl. Fix cowl support to back panel Fix cowl to cowl support Fix back panel to wall 1. Cowl support is fixed to back 1.
  • Page 12: Step 5: Connect And Test Electrical Supply

    Step 5: Connect and test electrical supply  All electrical connections must meet the requirements of AS/NZS 3000 standards and be installed and certified by a suitably qualified person. • In order to access the electricals, it is necessary to first remove the front cover panel. Follow the front cover removal process on the ‘Exposed Burner Removal Process’...
  • Page 13 Version: March 2019...
  • Page 14: Step 6: Connect Gas Supply And Commission

    • Connect 3/8 soft copper pipe to main valve.  In the unlikely event that the rating plate is not attached, Do Not commission the appliance and contact ‘The Fire Dept.’ immediately. • Replace the exposed burner (if removed) by following the ‘Exposed Burner Installation Process’ in this guide.
  • Page 15: Step 7: Lay The Firebed

    • Open the firebed cardboard box and identify firebox mediums. GD8 EB 1200 & 1400 has two firebed mediums: Logs – large and small White rocks – large and small GD8 EB 1600 has two firebed mediums: Logs –...
  • Page 16 How to lay the Firebed – GD8 EB 1200 and 1400 • Switch the appliance on at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully. • IMPORTANT: the flame effect should look natural and non-uniform, running the entire length of the burner.
  • Page 17 How to lay the Firebed – GD8 EB 1600 • Switch the appliance on at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully. • IMPORTANT: the flame effect should look natural and non-uniform, running the entire length of the burner.
  • Page 18: Step 8: Show Owner How To Operate Appliance

    Step 8: Show owner how to operate appliance • Following the GD8 Exposed Burner Operating Instructions on the next page, show the owner how to switch the appliance on and off, and how to switch between high and low settings. •...
  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    GD8 EB OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This GD8 appliance has been designed to be simple to use. It is controlled by a wall switch, which must be installed by a qualified electrician To start appliance: • Press the on/off switch to the ON position.
  • Page 20: Warranty

    (G) The product contains fire bricks and has not been subjected to the recommended first start-up and run-in procedure. (H) Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or as part of a system not manufactured or supplied by ‘The Fire Dept.’.

This manual is also suitable for:

Gd8Gd8 eb 1600Gd8 eb 1400Gd8 eb 1200

Table of Contents