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Glimpse, Glimpse Duplex R, Glimpse Duplex L & Glimpse Triplex LOG EFFECT BALANCED FLUE ROOM HEATER Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions Hand these instructions to the user Model No. DCHLSTRN, DCHLCRRN, DCHLLRN & DCHL3SRN are for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
Securing the combustion chamber - Glimpse “Triplex” model 2.11 Assembling the false chimney breast - Glimpse model 18-21 2.12 Assembling the false chimney breast - Glimpse “Duplex R” & “Duplex L” models 22-25 2.13 Assembling the false chimney breast - Glimpse “Triplex” model 26-30 2.14...
SECTION 1 INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS APPLIANCE INFORMATION GAS INFORMATION Main injector : (1 off) Stereomatic Pattern 4 – size 2.55mm Pilot Type : Black Technigas - Polidoro G27.2 Max. Gross Heat Input : 9.8kW Min. Gross Heat Input : 4.5kW Gas Rate : 0.903 m /hr (High)
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a GAS SAFE Registered Installer, in accordance with these installation instructions and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 as amended. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.
Boxed ceramic fuel-bed set (packed inside combustion chamber) 1 off Installation / user instruction manual 2 off Convection air grills (Glimpse or Glimpse “Duplex L” or “Duplex R” models only) 3 off Convection air grills (Triplex models only) 1 off Loose items pack –...
SPECIFYING THE FLUE SYSTEM & ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS This product comes with the option of 2 methods of flueing :- Decide upon the method of flue that is most suitable for the property in which you are installing the product, from the following options :- 2.2.1 Balanced Flue in Horizontal Configuration...
2.2.4 Leg Height Adjustment Adjust the height of the legs to suit the installation height for the product that you wish to achieve to obtain the required aesthetic look the customer wants. There are various adjustment positions for the legs on the combustion chamber as shown below in figure 11.
BALANCED FLUE IN HORIZONTAL CONFIGURATION 2.4.1 Horizontal balanced flue configuration and components identified as shown below in figure 12 Fig. 12 IMPORTANT NOTE ENSURE FOR HORIZONTAL FLUE CONFIGURATIONS THE FLUE DUCT IS ATTACHED TO THE END OUTLET AS SHOWN ON THIS DIAGRAM, DO NOT USE THE CENTRAL OUTLET PLEASE NOTE : THE FLUE TERMINAL SHOULD BE FITTED WITH THE WELDED JOIN LINE AT THE BOTTOM, FACING THE GROUND.
BALANCED FLUE IN VERTICAL CONFIGURATION 2.5.1 Vertical flue configuration and components identified as shown below in figure 13. Fig. 13 For details of weather proofing Vertical Terminal options at point of exit, please see sections 2.5 for a flat roof or 2.6 for a pitched roof Minimum Flue Height = 3 metres Locking Bands...
Fig. 14 Terminal Storm collar (USSR13) Concentric Flue Protrudes 400mm Flashing (USDP13) minimum, 1000mm maximum through Concentric flue Mounting plate (USMPG13) BALANCED FLUE IN VERTICAL CONFIGURATION (PITCHED ROOF) 2.7.1 Determine the position of the flue run within the property and the termination position is correct in accordance with BS 5440-1.
SECURING THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER - GLIMPSE MODELS 2.8.1 The product must be secured to the false chimney breast structure, using the brackets supplied in the loose items kit, as shown below in figure 16. Use fixings suitable for the structure of the false chimney breast Fig.
SECURING THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER - DUPLEX “R” & DUPLEX “L” MODELS 2.9.1 The product must be secured to the fabric of the building, using the brackets supplied in the loose items kit, as shown below in figure 17. Use fixings suitable for the fabric of the building the product is being secured to. Fig.
2.10 SECURING THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER - TRIPLEX MODELS 2.10.1 The product must be secured to the fabric of the building, using the brackets supplied in the loose items kit, as shown below in figure 18. Use fixings suitable for the fabric of the building the product is being secured to. Fig.
2.11 CONSTRUCTION OF THE FALSE CHIMNEY BREAST - “GLIMPSE” MODELS 2.11.1 To assist in the construction of a false chimney breast a series of kits are available to order from BFM Europe. Whilst it is not mandatory to use these kits the manufacturer does recommend they are used as they have been specifically designed to suit the product.
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2.11.4 Proceed as detailed below in figure 20 & 21 Fig. 20 Fig. 21...
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2.11.5 Proceed as detailed below in figure 22 & 23 Fig. 22 Fig. 23 STAGE 4 1.) FIT THE REMAINING 4 OFF ITEM A THAT WERE CUT TO LENGTH IN STAGE 2 ON EITHER SIDE OF THE APERTURE, USE A 12M SPACER (I.E.
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2.11.6 Proceed as detailed below in figure 24 & 25 Fig. 24 STAGE 5 1.) USING A SUITABLE NON COMBUSTIBLE BOARD, CUT AND FIX 8 OFF PANELS AROUND APERTURES AS SHOWN (DOUBLE THICKNESS IF USING 6MM BOARD) OR ALTERNATIVELY 12MM THICK STONE SLIPS CAN BE FITTED IN PLACE OF THESE PANELS USING SUITABLE STONE ADHESIVE.
2.12 CONSTRUCTION OF THE FALSE CHIMNEY BREAST - “GLIMPSE DUPLEX R & DUPLEX L” MODELS 2.12.1 To assist in the construction of a false chimney breast a series of kits are available to order from BFM Europe. Whilst it is not mandatory to use these kits the manufacturer does recommend they are used as they have been specifically designed to suit the product.
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2.12.4 Proceed as detailed below in figure 27 & 28 Fig. 27 Fig. 28...
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2.12.5 Proceed as detailed below in figure 29 & 30 Fig. 29 STAGE 3 1.) FIX 2 OFF ITEM A (ALREADY CUT TO LENGTH IN STAGE 2) TO THE FLOOR AND CEILING CHANNELS USING THE NO.8 X 3/8” SCREWS PROVIDED. USE A 12MM SPACER (I.E.
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2.12.6 Proceed as detailed below in figure 31 & 32 Fig. 31 STAGE 5 1.) USING A SUITABLE NON COMBUSTIBLE BOARD, CUT AND FIX 6 OFF PANELS AROUND APERTURES AS SHOWN (DOUBLE THICKNESS IF USING 6MM BOARD) OR ALTERNATIVELY 12MM THICK STONE SLIPS CAN BE FITTED IN PLACE OF THESE PANELS USING SUITABLE STONE ADHESIVE.
2.13 CONSTRUCTION OF THE FALSE CHIMNEY BREAST - “GLIMPSE TRIPLEX” MODELS 2.13.1 To assist in the construction of a false chimney breast a series of kits are available to order from BFM Europe. Whilst it is not mandatory to use these kits the manufacturer does recommend they are used as they have been specifically designed to suit the product.
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2.13.4 Proceed as detailed below in figure 34 & 35 Fig. 34 Fig. 35...
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2.13.5 Proceed as detailed below in figure 36 & 37 Fig. 36 Fig. 37 STAGE 4 1.) FIX 2 OFF ITEM A (ALREADY CUT TO LENGTH IN STAGE 2) TO THE FLOOR AND CEILING CHANNELS USING THE NO.8 X 3/8 SCREWS PROVIDED. USE A 12MM SPACER (I.E.
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2.13.6 Proceed as detailed below in figure 38 & 39 Fig. 38 Fig. 39 STAGE 6 1.) USING A SUITABLE NON COMBUSTIBLE BOARD, CUT AND FIX 8 OFF PANELS AROUND APERTURES AS SHOWN (DOUBLE THICKNESS IF USING 6MM BOARD) OR ALTERNATIVELY 12MM THICK STONE SLIPS CAN BE FITTED IN PLACE OF THESE PANELS USING SUITABLE STONE ADHESIVE.
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2.13.7 Complete the installation of the false chimney breast as detailed below in figure 40, apply a wall finish as necessary. Fig. 40...
2.14.2 Firstly secure the glass clamp to the glass panel that is to be removed (on Glimpse Duplex L, Duplex R and Triplex models remove the end piece of glass firstly as indicated by the position of the clamp below), then remove the convection air grills from around the product by simply lifting clear as shown below in figure 41.
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ARE BROKEN, CRACKED OR CHIPPED. 2.14.8 Repeat the process to remove the side glass panels on Glimpse “Duplex L”, Glimpse “Duplex R” and Glimpse “Triplex” models, on the Glimpse model use the same process for the side panels only. 2.14.9...
FITTING THE FUEL-BED LOGSET - GLIMPSE, DUPLEX R & TRIPLEX MODELS 3.1.1 Fit the vermiculite in an even layer across the burner unit, including covering all of the flame ports as shown below in figure 45. Fig. 45 Cover entire burner tray in thin, even layer of vermiculite material as supplied 3.1.2...
FITTING THE FUEL-BED LOGSET - SEE DUPLEX L MODELS 3.2.1 Fit the vermiculite in an even layer across the burner unit, including covering all of the flame ports as shown below in figure 48. Fig. 48 Cover entire burner tray in thin, even layer of vermiculite material as supplied 3.2.2 Identify the log retaining brackets as shown below in figure 49.
FITTING THE FUEL-BED PEBBLES - ALL MODELS 3.3.1 Fit a thin even layer of vermiculite into the burner flame ports as shown below in figure 51. Fig. 51 Cover all burner ports in a thin, even layer of vermiculite material as supplied 3.3.2 Fill the area either side of the burner ports with a thin even layer of pebbles as indicated below in figure 52.
CERAMIC LOG SET ADVICE. Use only the logs supplied with the fire. When replacing the logs remove the old logs and discard them. Fit a complete set of logs of the correct type. Do not fit additional logs or any logs other than a genuine replacement set.
3.6.3 Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a manometer. 3.6.4 Turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test. 3.6.5 Check that the working gas pressure is 20.0 mbar (+/- 1.0mbar) 8.0 in w.g.(+/- 0.4 in w.g.) 3.6.6 Turn off the fire, remove the manometer and refit the pressure test point screw.
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3.8.1.3 With the product in “MANUAL” mode the fire can now be switched between HIGH rate heat input and LOW rate heat input by pressing the “DOWN” arrow on the handset. To reduce the flame height of the main burner incrementally, press the arrow momentarily.
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3.8.3 Operation of the Fire in “TIMER” mode 3.8.3.1 In order to change the mode of operation from “MANUAL” to “TIMER”, press the “SET” button, the fire will then alternate between the settings until the “TIMER” mode is displayed. NOTE : The “SET” button allows you to alternate between all modes of operation :- “ MANUAL”, “DAY TEMP”, “NIGHT TEMP”, “TIMER”...
3.9.3 Fit the bulbs as supplied in the loose items pack (2 off for “Duplex L”, “Duplex R” & “Triplex” models, 4 off for “Glimpse” models) to the product (see section 4.9 for diagram). 3.10 INSTRUCTING THE USER / PRODUCT HANDOVER 3.10.1...
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE Servicing Notes Servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered engineer. It is a condition of BFM Fires lifetime guarantee scheme that this is carried out by a competent person in accordance with these servicing notes, and must include a pilot change.
REMOVING & REPLACING THE PILOT 4.5.1 Disconnect or isolate the electricity & gas supply to the product. 4.5.2 Remove the burner / controls mounting plate assembly as described in section 4.2 on the previous page. 4.5.3 Disconnect the pilot gas supply pipe, ignition wire to the electrode and thermocouple connection at the rear of the gas valve, then remove the 2 off M4 x 8mm retaining screws.
REMOVING AND REPLACING THE DIMMER LIGHT BULBS. 4.9.1 Disconnect or isolate the electricity supply to the product. 4.9.2 Remove the bulbs as indicated below in figure 64, located on the underside of the chassis of the product. 4.9.3 Replace the bulb, BFM Europe recommend the use of genuine replacement bulbs (part number B-149660), however should you choose to use an alternative to a genuine part please ensure that bulbs of the correct rating are used (G9 Halogen lamp 25W, 230V) Fig.
4.11 SPARE PARTS LIST B-92200 GV60 Gas control valve B-93300 GV60 Thermocouple Interrupter B-153140 GV60 Receiver unit B-153160 GV60 Control module B-153150 GV60 Remote control thermosatic handset B-153720 GV60 8 wire cable B-153170 GV60 V module control cable CV-104931 GV60 On/off switch with cables CV-104934 Ignition cable CV-104433...
ABOUT YOUR NEW GLIMPSE, GLIMPSE DUPLEX “L”, DUPLEX “R” & “TRIPLEX” GAS FIRES The Collection “Glimpse”, Glimpse Duplex R”, “Glimpse Duplex L” & “Glimpse Triplex” log effect gas fire incorporates a unique and highly developed fuel bed which gives the realism of a loose log layout combined with realistic flames and glow.
LIGHTING THE FIRE / USER CONTROLS IMPORTANT : IF THE BURNER IS EXTINGUISHED FOR ANY REASON YOU MUST ENSURE THAT YOU WAIT A FULL FIVE MINUTES BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RE-LIGHT THE FIRE. The product is controlled by the remote handset supplied with the fire. Ensure the 9V battery as supplied in the loose items pack has been fitted to the remote handset before attempting to use the handset.
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5.3.2 Operation of the Fire in “TEMPERATURE” mode 5.3.2.1 In order to change the mode of operation from “MANUAL” to “TEMPERATURE”, press the “SET” button, the fire will then change to either “DAY TEMP” (figure 4) mode or “NIGHT TEMP” mode (figure 5). To alternate between the 2, press the “SET”...
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5.3.4 Operation of the Fire in “LIGHT / DIMMER” mode 5.3.4.1 In order to change the mode of operation from “MANUAL” to “LIGHT / DIMMER”, briefly press the “SET” button to scroll through to the light bulb mode as shown below in figure 8. Fig.
5.3.6 Low Battery Signal 5.3.6.1 When the battery in the handset needs replacing, “BATT” will be displayed on the handset. 5.3.6.2 Remove the cover on the rear of the handset and replace the 9V battery as necessary. 5.3.7 To Set the Time on the Remote Handset 5.3.7.1 Simultanelously press the “UP”...
5.5.2 Firstly secure the glass clamp to the glass panel that is to be removed (on Glimpse Duplex L, Duplex R and Triplex models remove the end piece of glass firstly as indicated by the position of the clamp below), then remove the convection air grills from around the product by simply lifting clear as shown below in figure 11.
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ARE BROKEN, CRACKED OR CHIPPED. 5.5.8 Repeat the process to remove the side glass panels on Glimpse “Duplex L”, Glimpse “Duplex R” and Glimpse “Triplex” models, on the Glimpse model use the same process for the side panels only. Replace in reverse order. DO NOT USE THE APPLIANCE WITHOUT THE GLASS PANELS IN POSITION.
REMOVING AND REPLACING THE FUEL-BED LOGSET - GLIMPSE, DUPLEX R & TRIPLEX MODELS 5.6.1 Fit the vermiculite in an even layer across the burner unit, including covering all of the flame ports as shown below in figure 15. Fig. 15...
FITTING THE FUEL-BED LOGSET - SEE DUPLEX L MODELS 5.7.1 Fit the vermiculite in an even layer across the burner unit, including covering all of the flame ports as shown below in figure 18. Fig. 18 Cover entire burner tray in thin, even layer of vermiculite material as supplied 5.7.2 Identify the log retaining brackets as shown below in figure 19...
FITTING THE FUEL-BED PEBBLES - ALL MODELS 5.8.1 Fit a thin even layer of vermiculite into the burner flame ports as shown below in figure 21. Fig. 21 Cover all burner ports in a thin, even layer of vermiculite material as supplied 5.8.2 Fill the area either side of the burner ports with a thin even layer of pebbles as indicated below in figure 22.
5.10 USER REPLACEABLE PARTS LIST B-144570 Side glass panel (all models) B-144580 End glass panel (Duplex “L”, Duplex “R” & Triplex models only) B-153710 Complete log set (all models, excluding “Embaglow”) B-128250 Log “1” only (quantity x 2 per set) B-128270 Log “3”...
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