Fire dept GD8 RB Installation Manual

Recessed burner – wall switch

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GD8 Recessed Burner – Wall Switch
Installation Guide
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  • Page 1 GD8 Recessed Burner – Wall Switch Installation Guide Operating Instructions Warranty...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

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

    Step 1: Unpack and ensure all components are correct and undamaged • Appliance • 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: Burner Tray Removal Process

    Burner Tray Removal Process Cover and end cap removal • Remove the stainless steel pilot cover (2 x GD8 RB Pilot cover screws) at the pilot end of the burner. This model has one pilot cover. Pilot cover • Remove the stainless steel burner end caps...
  • Page 5: Burner Tray Installation Process

    Non-pilot side Gas Injector Pilot side Gas Injector right and one at left hand sides of the burner tray. Cover and end cap installation • GD8 RB Oxygen Depletion Under NO circumstances should the pilot Pilot be replaced or removed, Oxygen depletion pilot •...
  • Page 6 • 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 lintel panels of the appliance, the base can safely sit directly upon combustible (e.g.
  • Page 7 • 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 8 Firebox Lining Removal Process (if required) • 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. ……………… • The GD8 has four fire box lining options: Fire bricks, Steel, Dark tile & Client supplied. •...
  • Page 9 This GD8 RB 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.
  • Page 10 • Refer to appropriate ‘The Fire Dept’ product specifications for specific minimum requirements. Only follow the ‘Wall cowl assembly details’ in this guide if the flue is to be terminated through a wall.
  • Page 11 Different cowl terminations Option 3A: In-Line Fan (vertical exit) In-line fan Vertical exit Casing cover Flue system In-Line Fan F79 – 3.6m Flue In-Line fan shown Version: August 2020...
  • Page 12 Option 3B: In-Line Fan (horizontal exit) In-line fan Horizontal exit In-Line Fan Flue system Wall cowl F78 – 3.6m Wall In-Line fan shown Version: August 2020...
  • Page 13 Wall cowl assembly details (for wall cowl + wall cowl fan installation) Step 4: Fit the front panel To fit the front panel reverse steps 1 to 3 Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Remove 5mm cap screw Lift front panel Remove the front panel The front panel is hung on hocks Fit Wall cowl into position...
  • Page 14: 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 burner tray cover. •...
  • Page 15 Version: August 2020...
  • Page 16: Step 6: Connect Gas Supply And Commission

    • In the unlikely event that the rating plate is not attached, Do Not commission the appliance and contact The Fire Dept immediately. • Switch the appliance OFF. • Install the burner tray by following the ‘Burner Tray Installation Process’ in this guide.
  • Page 17: Step 7: Lay The Firebed

    Step 7: Lay the firebed • The GD8 Recessed Burner has three firebed options: River Rocks, Beach Driftwood & Forest Logs. • Particular care should be taken when placing the chosen firebed mediums into the burner tray. Failure to place the medium correctly may result in the appliance performing inefficiently. •...
  • Page 18 How to lay Vermiculite • Beginning in the middle at the back of the burner, carefully empty the bags of vermiculite into the burner tray. • Ensure not to spill any vermiculite in cavities in front of and behind burner tray. •...
  • Page 19 • If natural gas is being used, leave burner slots slightly exposed. • If LPG is being used, lightly cover burner slots in a thin layer of vermiculite by adding at back of burner tray and gently sweeping forward. • If LPG is being used, small burner slots should be just visible.
  • Page 20: How To Lay River Rocks Firebed - Gd8 1200

    How to lay River Rocks Firebed – GD8 1200 • Lay large rocks first, in these positions. • Lay small rocks next, in these positions. • Switch the appliance ON at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully.
  • Page 21: How To Lay River Rocks Firebed - Gd8 1400 & 1600

    How to lay River Rocks Firebed – GD8 1400 & 1600 • Lay large rocks first, in these positions. • Lay small rocks next, in these positions. • Switch the appliance ON at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully.
  • Page 22: How To Lay Beach Driftwood Firebed - Gd8 1200

    How to lay Beach Driftwood Firebed – GD8 1200 • Lay logs first, in these positions • Lay rocks next, in these positions. • Switch the appliance ON at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully.
  • Page 23: How To Lay Beach Driftwood Firebed - Gd8 1400 & 1600

    How to lay Beach Driftwood Firebed – GD8 1400 & 1600 • Lay logs first, in these positions. • Lay rocks next, in these positions. • Switch the appliance ON at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully.
  • Page 24: How To Lay Forest Logs Firebed - Gd8 1200

    How to lay Forest Logs Firebed – GD8 1200 • Lay logs first, in these positions. • Lay rocks next, in these positions. • Switch the appliance ON at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully.
  • Page 25: How To Lay Forest Logs Firebed - Gd8 1400 & 1600

    How to lay Forest Logs Firebed – GD8 1400 & 1600 • Lay logs first, in these positions. • Lay rocks next, in these positions. • Switch the appliance ON at ‘HIGH’ setting to check how flame looks. The flame will take 10-20 seconds to light fully.
  • Page 26: Step 8: Show Owner How To Operate Appliance

    Step 8: Show owner how to operate appliance • Following the GD8 Recessed 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 27: Gd8 Recessed Burner Operating Instructions

    GD8 RECESSED BURNER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The 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 28: Product 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.’.

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