BS 8423:2002 is used in the presence of young children, the elderly or infirm. NOTE: This GD6 EB appliance is fitted with an Oxyprotector (Oxygen depletion) pilot. Under NO circumstances should this pilot be replaced or removed.
Step 1: Unpack and ensure all components are correct and undamaged • Appliance • Box of firebed mediums Step 2: Install plinth (if required) • If the appliance is to sit on a plinth, ensure it is capable of supporting a 200kg load. •...
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Exposed Burner Removal Process LPG / Natural Gas GD6 EB Cover Panels GD6 EB 1200 • Remove the side panels (2 x screws) at each end of the exposed burner. Input 55-65 MJ/h One gas injector on the • Remove the front cover panel from under the exposed burner.
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Exposed Burner Installation Process LPG / Natural Gas • Fit the front cover under the exposed burner. GD6 EB 1200 • Replace the side panels (2 x screws) at each end of the exposed Input 55-65 MJ/h burner. One gas injector on the...
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The electrical supply cable will need to be run into the weather housing (must be a minimum of 1.0mm 4 core cable), ensure 1000mm of cable is at the centre of the cavity, as this is where it will connect to the GD6 burner.
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Firebox Lining Removal Process (if required) • In order to install the GD6 Exposed Burner, the base firebox lining must be removed to gain access to the base fixing brackets. • 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) the firebox lining.
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This GD6 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 Fire box lining will fall forward with the bracket removed.
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• Slide appliance into position and ensure that it complies with the minimum clearances required (25mm for combustibles, 5mm for non-combustibles) to the surrounding enclosure. The exception to these minimum clearances is the base and the front surround panels of the appliance, the base can safely sit directly upon combustible (e.g.
Step 4: 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 and weather housing front cover.
Step 5: Connect gas supply and commission • Gas installation, connection and commissioning must meet the requirements of AS/NZS 5601.1:2013 and be installed and certified by a suitably qualified person. • In order to access the gas supply and testing area, it is necessary to first remove the front cover panel and weather housing front cover.
Step 6: Lay the firebed • The GD6 Exposed Burner has two firebed mediums: white rocks and logs. • Particular care should be taken when placing the chosen firebed medium onto the burner. Failure to place the medium correctly may result in the appliance performing inefficiently.
How to lay the Firebed – GD6 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.
How to lay the Firebed – GD6 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.
Step 7: Show owner how to operate appliance • Following the GD6 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.
GD6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The GD6 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.
(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.’.
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