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Global Fires Corda Plus GSPC MN Series Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions

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INSET LIVE FUEL-EFFECT GAS FIRES
Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions.
Hand these instructions to the user after installation.
Model No's GSPC**MN, GSPC**SN & GSPC**RN2 are for use on
Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.
** denotes variant of trim / fascia where applicable

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  • Page 1 Corda Plus INSET LIVE FUEL-EFFECT GAS FIRES Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions. Hand these instructions to the user after installation. Model No’s GSPC**MN, GSPC**SN & GSPC**RN2 are for use on Natural Gas (G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E. ** denotes variant of trim / fascia where applicable...
  • Page 2 Information Requirements for Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/1188 Model Identifier GSPC**MN, GSPC**SN & GSPC**RN2 Indirect Heating Functionality Direct Heat Output 4.0kW (Manual Control) 3.8kW (Remote & Slide Control) Indirect Heat Output Not Applicable Fuel Natural Gas (G20) NOx Emissions 130mg/kWh Nominal Heat Output 4.0kW (Manual Control) 3.8kW (Remote &...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PAGE Section 1 Information and Requirements PAGE Appliance Information Conditions of Installation Flue and chimney suitability Fireplace / surround suitability Shelf position Chimney inspection Fire place opening / catchment space Fitting to metal flue boxes Hearths Pre-cast flue installations 1.10 Spillage monitoring system Section 2...

  • Page 4: Information And Requirements

    SECTION 1 INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS APPLIANCE INFORMATION Model GSPC**MN (MC) GSPC**RN2 (RC) GSPC**SN (SC) Gas Type Main injectors (1 off) Size 440 (MC) Size 400 (RC) Size 380 (SC) Burner Type / Pilot Type Aeromatic self ERTA OXYP vitiating tubular PG-83-10 (RC) burner SIT YA OP 9055 (SC)
  • Page 5 Fire box Dimensions (Corda Plus Models) Width : (with trim, no spacer) 485mm Height : (with trim, no spacer) 595mm Depth : (overall-without fender) 120mm Gas Connection 8mm Compression (Supplied with fire) Appliance Efficiency Declaration The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in BS 7977-1 : 2009 + A1 : 2013 and the result is 60.7%.

  • Page 6: Conditions Of Installation

    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.

  • Page 7: Fireplace / Surround Suitability

    FIREPLACE / SURROUND SUITABILITY The fire must only be installed on a hearth it must not be installed directly onto carpet or other combustible floor materials. The fire is suitable for fitting to non-combustible fire place surrounds and proprietary fire place surrounds with a temperature rating of at least 150 o c. (Class “O”) If a heating appliance is fitted directly against a wall without the use of a fire surround or fire place all combustible material must be removed from behind...

  • Page 8: Fire Place Opening / Catchment Space

    Check the chimney pot / terminal and general condition of the brickwork or masonry. If the chimney or flue is in poor condition or if there is no up-draught do not proceed with the installation. If there is a history of down-draught conditions with the chimney / flue, a tested and certificated flue terminal or cowl suitable for the relevant flue type should be considered.

  • Page 9: Fitting To Metal Flue Boxes

    Table A - Installation Depth Requirements for a Global Corda Plus being installed into a brick built chimney, requiring 12.0 litres of debris collection volume (figure 2) Opening Width (mm) Minimum Depth Required (mm) 330 (minimum opening width) 440 (maximum opening width)135 For example, if the appliance was to be fitted into a 400mm wide opening, the depth required would be 135mm.

  • Page 10: Hearths

    HEARTHS This appliance must only be installed on to a concrete or non-combustible hearth. The hearth material must be a minimum thickness of 13mm with the top surface at least 50mm above the floor. The hearth must be fitted symmetrically about the fire opening and have a minimum width of 760mm and a minimum projection of 300mm forwards from the fire opening.

  • Page 11: Installation Of Fire

    SECTION 2 INSTALLATION OF FIRE UNPACKING THE FIRE Carefully lift the fire out of the carton. Remove the loose item packaging carefully from the front of the appliance. Check the contents as listed :- Packing check list - manual control models 1 off Fire box / burner assembly 1 off...
  • Page 12 For manual control models proceed as follows :- 2.2.1 Remove the two screws at the bottom of the control panel. See figure 3 below Fig. 3 2 burner retaining screws 2.2.2 The base of the burner unit can now be lifted, lift the two retaining tabs on the burner brackets from the back of the firebox, allowing the burner to be removed.
  • Page 13 For slide control models proceed as follows :- 2.2.3 Remove the two screws at the bottom of the control panel. See figure 5 below. Fig. 5 2 burner retaining screws 2.2.4 Remove the burner. To allow burner removal, the control lever operat ing cable must be removed.
  • Page 14 For remote control models proceed as follows :- 2.2.5 Remove the two screws at the bottom of the control panel, remove the screw which retains the gas inlet elbow retaining bracket See figure 7 below. Fig. 7 2 burner retaining screws 2.2.6 The base of the burner unit can now be lifted, lift the two retaining...
  • Page 15 Continue for all models 2.2.8 Whilst the fire box is still in position, decide which side the gas supply is to enter the fire from. If concealed pipe work is required plan the pipe run to enter the fire box through one of the openings in the sides or rear of the fire box below the fuelbed support panel and connect to the isolating / inlet elbow.
  • Page 16 IMPORTANT : THE 45MM GROMMET SUPPLIED IN THE LOOSE ITEMS MUST BE USED TO SEAL THE GAS INLET POINT UTILISED ON THE FIREBOX. FAILURE TO SEAL THIS INLET POINT COULD RESULT IN FLAME REVERSAL AND DAMAGE TO THE CONTROLS ON THE FIRE. BFM EUROPE ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO THE FIRE AS A RESULT OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS REQUIREMENT.
  • Page 17 Fig. 12 2.2.14 Evenly tighten the tensioning nuts to tension both cables and pull the fire snugly against the wall. Do not overtighten, it is only necessary to pull the seal up against the sealing face of the wall, it does not need to be compressed.

  • Page 18: Gas Tightness And Inlet Pressure (Manual Control Models)

    GAS TIGHTNESS AND INLET PRESSURE - MANUAL CONTROL MODELS 2.3.1 Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a manometer. 2.3.2 Turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test. 2.3.3 Depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked ignition / low.

  • Page 19: Gas Tightness And Inlet Pressure (Remote Control Models)

    GAS TIGHTNESS AND INLET PRESSURE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 2.5.1 Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a manometer. 2.5.2 Turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test. 2.5.3 Light the fire, see page 24-28 for full details of the operating method for the fire.

  • Page 20: Assembling Fuel Bed And Commissioning

    SECTION 3 ASSEMBLING FUEL BED AND COMMISSIONING ASSEMBLING THE CERAMICS AND FUEL BED - COAL MODELS 3.1.1 Place the fuelbed base centrally on to the fuelbed support and push fully backwards to the rear face of the fibre boards Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box, behind the retaining tabs as shown below in figure 13.
  • Page 21 3.1.3 Select 3 off medium coals and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement, see figure 15 below. Fig. 15 3.1.4 Select 2 off small coals and arrange at the left hand and right hand end of the second row of coals, see figure 16 below.
  • Page 22 3.1.5 Select 6 off medium coals and arrange along the rear of the fuel-bed as shown below in figure 17. Fig. 17 The exact position and fit of the coals may be finely adjusted to give the best appearance. Warning : Use only the coal set supplied with the fire. When replacing the coals remove the old coals and discard them.

  • Page 23: Assembling The Ceramics And Fuel Bed (Pebble Variants)

    ASSEMBLING THE CERAMICS AND FUEL BED - PEBBLE MODELS 3.2.1 Place the fuelbed base centrally on to the fuelbed support and push fully backwards to the rear face of the fibre boards Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box, behind the retaining tabs as shown below in figure 18.
  • Page 24 3.2.3 Fit the three small pebbles onto the ribs in the fuelbed as shown below, ensuring that the rear flame paths as indicated are not interupted. See figure 20 below. Fig. 20 Beige pebbles to be positioned as indicated The exact position and fit of the pebbles may be finely adjusted to give the best appearance.

  • Page 25: Lighting The Appliance (Manual Control Models)

    LIGHTING THE APPLIANCE - MANUAL CONTROL MODELS 3.3.1 Turn on the gas isolation tap. 3.3.2 Depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked ignition / low rate. Hold in the control knob for a few seconds to purge the pipe work.

  • Page 26: Fitting The Batteries (Remote Control Models)

    FITTING THE BATTERIES - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 3.5.1 The control valve is located at the base of the fire as shown below in figure 22. Fig. 22 Position of battery cover on control valve 3.5.2 Remove the battery compartment cover from the control valve as indicated below in figure 23 and fit the 3 off AA sized batteries to the control valve unit.

  • Page 27: Lighting The Fire Manually (Remote Control Models)

    3.5.4 Fit two off AA batteries to the handset in the direction shown inside the handset moulded into the plastic. 3.5.5 For remote control model operation please see section 3.7 LIGHTING THE FIRE MANUALLY VIA THE CONTROL VALVE 3.6.1 These products can be operated manually by using the buttons directly on the fire control valve in addition to the handset (should the need arise).
  • Page 28 LIGHTING THE FIRE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 3.7.1 Ensure valve power isolation switch is in the on position - see figure 24 Hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and that your hand is in contact with both sides of the handset.

  • Page 29: Lighting The Appliance (Remote Control Models)

    LIGHTING THE APPLIANCE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS  (CONTINUED) 3.7.3 To decrease the heat input level of the burner hold the handset as described in section 3.7.1 to unlock the keypad then press and release the - button. Pressing and releasing the - button will lower the heat input level one step at a time.

  • Page 30: Fitting The Trim

    FITTING THE TRIM 3.8.1 The trim is held in position on the fixing flange by magnets. FITTING THE FENDER 3.9.1 The fender is placed up to the front of the ceramic front rail on all models. Position the ashpan under the fender and centralise.

  • Page 31: Checking For Clearance Of Combustion Products

    3.10 CHECKING FOR CLEARANCE OF COMBUSTION PRODUCTS 3.10.1 Close all doors and windows in the room. 3.10.2 Light the fire and allow to run for approximately 5 minutes on high position. 3.10.3 After approximately 5 minutes hold a smoke match 10mm inside and below the centre of the lower front edge of the top of the fire as shown overpage in figure 27.
  • Page 32 3.10.6 After ensuring that the fire is safe to use it should be left in the high position to fully warm up. During this time a slight odour may be noticed, this is due to the “newness” of the fire and will soon disappear. At this stage any minor adjustments to the coals should be made using suitable long handled tongs and taking care not to damage the coals.

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE Servicing Notes Servicing should be carried out annually by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered engineer. This is a condition of the Global guarantee schemes. The service should include visually checking the chimney and fire opening for accumulations of debris and a smoke test to check for a positive up-draught in the chimney.

  • Page 34: Removal Of The Control Tap (Manual Control Models)

    Removing the Control Tap from the fire. 4.3.1 Remove the burner assembly as in section 4.1. 4.3.2 Pull the control knob off the control tap spindle. 4.3.3 Loosen and remove the two gas pipe retaining nuts from the control tap and release the ends of the gas pipes from the control tap body. Remove the push in thermocouple from the end of the control tap.

  • Page 35: Removal Of The Burner Assembly (Slide Control Models)

    Slide Control Models – For Diagrams refer to Section 2 Removal of the burner assembly 4.5.1 Prepare the work area (lay down dust sheets etc,) 4.5.2 Remove the trim. Lift the fender and ash pan cover out of the way and put them in a safe location.

  • Page 36: Removing The Oxy-Pilot Assembly (Slide Control Models)

    Replacing the battery 4.7.1 Unscrew Battery retaining cap situated at the front right of the fire and remove the battery 4.7.2 Replace in the reverse order using a 1.5V AA Alkaline Battery. Removing the Oxy-Pilot Assembly Note: Because this appliance is fitted with an atmosphere sensing ‘Oxy- Pilot’...
  • Page 37 4.9.2 Hold the hexagonal control lever cable locking bush with a spanner and unscrew the locking screw using a 2mm allen key to release the cable from the control lever. The control cable can now be removed from the cable guide tubes. 4.9.3 To fit the replacement cable, thread the end of the new cable into the long length of p.t.f.e.

  • Page 38: Removal Of The Burner Assembly (Remote Control Models)

    Remote control models – For Diagrams refer to Section 2 4.10 Removing the burner assembly from the fire. 4.10.1 Prepare work area (lay down dust sheets etc.) 4.10.2 Lift the fender and ash pan cover of the way and put them in a safe location.
  • Page 39 can now be re-positioned. 4.13 Replacing the Batteries (Within the Firebox) 4.13.1 Remove the fender and ashpan assembly The battery holder is located on the valve at the right hand side of the burner. 4.13.2 Remove the battery cover. 4.13.3 Replace in reverse order and check correct operation of the appliance.

  • Page 40: Replacing The Batteries (Remote Control Models)

    FRET INFORMATION To enable Customers to choose their own style of fret these fires are now available without frets. In order to maintain the efficient and safe operation of the fire it is important that any fret which is used must comply with the following dimensions. (figure 29).

  • Page 41: Conditions Of Installation & About Your New Fire

    SECTION FIVE - USER INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 INSTALLATION INFORMATION CONDITIONS OF INSTALLATION It is the law that all gas appliances are installed only by a competent (e.g. GAS SAFE registered) Installer, in accordance with the installation instructions and the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Failure to install appliances correctly could lead to prosecution.
  • Page 42 ABOUT YOUR NEW GLOBAL CORDA PLUS GAS FIRE The Global Corda Plus coal effect gas fire incorporates a unique and highly developed fuel bed which gives the realism of a loose coal layout combined with realistic flames and glow. The use of durable ceramic material in the construction of the fuelbed components ensures long and trouble free operation.

  • Page 43: Operating The Fire (Manual Control Models)

    OPERATING THE FIRE - MANUAL CONTROL MODELS 5.2.1 The controls are located behind the ashpan cover which is situated below the fret or contemporary ashpan cover. The controls, comprise a control valve to adjust the gas flow and a push button piezo igniter.

  • Page 44: Operating The Fire (Slide Control Models)

    OPERATING THE FIRE - SLIDE CONTROL MODELS The control comprises a control lever, to turn the fire on and off and adjust the gas rate.The control lever is located at the top right hand side of the fire. Depressing the control lever fully operates the igniter and lights the pilot flame and ignition rate gas.

  • Page 45: Operating The Fire (Remote Control Models)

    OPERATING THE FIRE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 5.4.1 The controls comprise a remote handset, to turn the fire on and off and adjust the gas rate. Ensure valve power isolation switch is in the on position - see figure 4. Hold the handset with one hand ensuring your hand is wrapped around the back and that your hand is in contact with both sides of the handset.
  • Page 46 OPERATING THE FIRE - REMOTE CONTROL MODELS  (CONTINUED) 5.4.3 To decrease the heat input level of the burner hold the handset as described in section 5.4.1 to unlock the keypad then press the and release the - button. Pressing and releasing the - button will lower the heat input level one step at a time.

  • Page 47: Manual Operation Of Remote Control Models

    MANUAL OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 5.5.1 These products can be operated manually should the need arise. The control valve is located at the base of the fire as shown below in figure Fig. 2 Position of control valve 5.5.2 Ensure that the power isolation switch is in position “1”...

  • Page 48: Replacing The Batteries In Remote Control And Slide Control Models

    5.5.3 To operate the fire press and hold the “power” button as shown in figure 2 on the previous page for two seconds, release as soon as the red indicator light in figure 2 on the previous page illuminates. The burner will start its ignition sequence and light to the maximum heat input level.

  • Page 49: 5.7 Spillage Monitoring System

    5.7 SPILLAGE MONITORING SYSTEM All models regardless of control type are fitted with a spillage monitoring system which shuts down the fire if the evacuation of combustion products from the fire is affected by a partially or fully blocked flue. If this system operates the fire will go out.

  • Page 50: Re-Assembling The Ceramics And Fuel Bed (Coal Models)

    5.9 RE-ASSEMBLING THE FUEL-BED - COAL MODELS 5.9.1 Place the fuelbed base centrally on to the fuelbed support and push fully backwards to the rear face of the fibre boards Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box, behind the retaining tabs as shown below in figure 4.
  • Page 51 5.9.3 Select 3 off medium coals and arrange along the rear of the fuelbed, using the ribs in the rear of the fuelbed as a guide for placement, see figure 6 below. Fig. 6 5.9.4 Select 2 off small coals and arrange at the left hand and right hand end of the second row of coals, see figure 7 below.
  • Page 52 5.9.5 Select 6 off medium coals and arrange along the rear of the fuel-bed as shown below in figure 8. Fig. 8 The exact position and fit of the coals may be finely adjusted to give the best appearance. Warning : Use only the coal set supplied with the fire. When replacing the coals remove the old coals and discard them.

  • Page 53: Re-Assembling The Ceramics And Fuel Bed (Pebble Models)

    5.10 RE-ASSEMBLING THE FUEL-BED - PEBBLE MODELS 5.10.1 Place the fuelbed base centrally on to the fuelbed support and push fully backwards to the rear face of the fibre boards Make sure that the fuelbed base is located centrally in the fire box, behind the retaining tabs as shown below in figure 9.
  • Page 54 5.10.3 Fit the three small pebbles onto the ribs in the fuelbed as shown below, ensuring that the rear flame paths as indicated are not interupted. See figure 11 below. Fig. 11 Beige pebbles to be positioned as indicated The exact position and fit of the pebbles may be finely adjusted to give the best appearance.

  • Page 55: User Replaceable Parts

    USER REPLACEABLE PARTS The only user replaceable parts on this fire are the fuelbed components and coals / pebbles which may be replaced as described in the above section. Replacement of any other parts must be carried out by a competent person such as a GAS SAFE registered gas installer.
  • Page 56 Due to our policy of continual improvement and development the exact accuracy of illustrations and descriptions contained in this book cannot be guaranteed TROUBLE SHOOTING ADVICE FOR REMOTE CONTROL MODELS PRIOR TO REQUESTING A SERVICE CALL Please locate the Indicator light on the control valve behind the ashpan cover (see figure 3 on page 43), if it shows any of the following flashing sequences then the problem requires the batteries in the control valve and / or handset changing, be advised that service calls as a result of batteries requiring being changed in the product or...

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