BFM Europe GICCI2MN Mounting instructions

HE Cast Range
Full Depth Open Fronted Convector Gas Fire
High Efficiency Cast Iron Fireplaces
Installation, Maintenance & User Instructions
Hand these instructions to the owner following installation
Model o’s GICCI2M & GICCI2R are only for use on atural Gas
(G20) at a supply pressure of 20 mbar in G.B. / I.E.

CO TE TS
Section 1 Information and Requirements PAGE
1.0 Appliance Information 3
1.1 Conditions of Installation 4
1.2 Flue and chimney suitability 4
1.3 Fireplace / surround suitability 5
1.4 Shelf position 5
1.5 Chimney inspection 5
1.6 Fire place opening / catchment space 6.7
1.7 Fitting to Metal Flue Boxes 8
1.8 Hearths 8
1.9 Spillage Monitoring System 8
Section 2 Installation of Fire
2.1 Unpacking the fire 9
2.2 Installing the fire box 10-16
2.3 Gas tightness and inlet pressure (MC models) 17
2.4 Gas tightness and inlet pressure (RC models) 17
Section 3 Assembling Fuel Bed and Commissioning
3.1 Assembling the ceramics and fuel bed 18-21
3.2 Connecting the battery pack 22
3.3 Fixing the Infra-red eye in position 23
3.4 ighting the appliance (manual control models) 24
3.5 ighting the appliance (remote control models) 25
3.6 Checking for clearance of combustion products 26
3.7 Re-fitting the canopy 27
Section 4 Maintenance
4.1 Removal of the Burner Assembly (Manual control models) 28
4.2 Removal of the Piezo Igniter 28
4.3 Removal of the Control Tap 29
4.4 Removal of the Pilot Assembly 29
4.5 Removal of the Burner Assembly (Remote control models) 30
4.6 Removal of the Valve 30
4.7 Removal of the Oxy-Pilot Assembly 30
4.8 Replacing the Battery 31
Section 5 User Instructions
5.1 Installation Information / about your fire 32
5.2 About your fire 33
5.3 Operating the fire (manual control models) 34
5.4 Operating the fire (remote control models) 35
5.5 Remote handset malfunction - how to turn the fire off 36
5.6 Cleaning Instructions 37
5.7 Re-laying the fuel-bed 38-41
5.8 User replaceable parts 42
This appliance is manufactured by:-
BFM Europe td, Trentham akes, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4TJ
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SECTIO 1
I FORMATIO A D REQUIREME TS
1.0 APPLIA CE I FORMATIO
Model GICCI2MN (MC)
GICCI2RN (RC)
Gas Type G20
Main injectors (2 off) Size 260
Pilot Type Copreci 21100 / 141 (MC)
Copreci 21100 / 162 (RC)
Maximum Gross Heat Input : 6.9 kW
Minimum Gross Heat Input : 4.2 kW
Cold Pressure : 20.0 mbar +/- 1.0mbar (All NG models)
Ignition : Push Button Piezo (MC models)
9V Battery Electronic (RC models)
Electrode Spark Gap 4.5mm Nominal
Weight (with fender) 16.5 Kg MC
17.5 Kg RC
Efficiency Declaration
The efficiency of this appliance has been measured as specified in
BS 7977-1 : 2002 and the result is 50.3%.
The gross calorific value of the fuel has been used for this efficiency
calculation. The test data from which it has been calculated has been certified by
BSI. The efficiency value may be used in the UK Governments Standard
Assessment Procedure (SAP) for energy rating of dwellings.
Fire box Dimensions (All Models)
Width : 457mm
Height : 682mm
Depth : (with flue restrictor baffle fitted) 255mm
Gas Connection 8mm Compression (Supplied with fire)
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I STALLATIO REQUIREME TS
1.1 CO DITIO S OF I STALLATIO
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. It is in your own interest and that of safety to
comply with the law.
The installation must also be in accordance with all relevant parts of the ocal and
National Building Regulations where appropriate, the Building Regulations
(Scotland Consolidation) issued by the Scottish Development Department, and all
applicable requirements of the following British Standard Code of Practice.
1. BS 5871 Part 2 Installation of Inset ive Fuel Effect Gas Fires
2. BS 6891 Installation of Gas Pipework
3. BS 5440 Parts 1 & 2 Installation of Flues and Ventilation
4. BS 1251 Open fire place components
5. BS 715 / BS EN 1856-2 Metal flue pipes for gas appliances
6. BS 6461 Part 1 Installation of Chimneys and flues
7. IS 813 : 1996 Domestic Gas Installation (Republic of Ireland)
o purpose made additional ventilation is normally required for this
appliance, when installed in G.B. When Installing in I.E. please consult
document I.S. 813 : 1996 Domestic Gas Installation, which is issued by the
ational Standards Authority of Ireland. If installing in orthern Ireland,
please consult local building regulations. Any purpose made ventilation
must be checked periodically to ensure that it is free from obstruction.
1.2 FLUE A D CHIM EY SUITABILITY
This appliance is designed for use with conventional brick built or lined chimneys
and fabricated flues and metal flue boxes conforming to BS 715 / BS EN 1856-2.
All flues must conform to the following minimum dimensions.
Minimum diameter of circular flues 125 mm (Without Flue
Restrictor Fitted)
Minimum effective height of all flue types 3 metres
When fitting to conventional chimneys or 175mm flues it may be desirable to
fit the flue restrictor baffle (supplied) to reduce the flue flow and increase the
efficiency of the fire. Safe clearance of products must always be checked by
carrying out a smoke match test as described.
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1.3 FIREPLACE / SURROU D SUITABILITY
The fire must only be installed on a hearth it must not be installed directly onto
carpet or other combustible floor materials.
Soft wall coverings such as blown vinyl, wall paper etc. could be affected by
the rising hot air and scorching and/or discoloration may result. Due
consideration should be made to this when installing or decorating.
1.4 SHELF POSITIO
The fire may be fitted below a combustible shelf providing there is a minimum
distance of 200mm above the top of the fire and the shelf does not project more
than 150mm. If the shelf overhangs more than 150mm the distance between the
fire and the shelf must be increased by 15mm for every 25mm of additional
overhang over 150mm.
1.5 FLUE / CHIM EY I SPECTIO
Before commencing installation, a flue or chimney should be inspected to ensure
that all the following conditions are satisfied :-
1. Check that the chimney / flue only serves one fire place and is clear of any
obstruction. Any dampers or register plates must be removed or locked in
the open position.
2. Brick/stone built chimneys or any chimney or flue which has been used for
an appliance burning fuel other than gas must be thoroughly swept. The
base of the chimney / flue must also be thoroughly cleared of debris etc.
3. Any under-floor air supply to the fire place must be completely sealed off.
4. Ensure that the inside of the chimney / flue is in good condition along it’s
length and check that there is no leakage of smoke through the structure
of the chimney during and after the smoke pellet test.
5. Using a smoke pellet, check that there is an up-draught in the
chimney / flue and that the smoke can be seen issuing from the
terminal / chimney pot outside.
There must be no leakage of smoke through the structure of
the chimney during or after the smoke pellet test and it is
important to check inside upstairs rooms adjacent to the chimney /
flue.
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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.
6. A spillage test must always be carried out during commissioning of
the appliance.
1.6 FIRE PLACE OPE I G A D CHIM EY CATCHME T SPACE
The front opening of the fire place must be between 460mm and 470 mm wide,
and between 685mm and 695mm high to fit the casting. If the opening exceeds
these dimensions then a surround must be constructed from suitable non-com-
bustible material to produce a correct size opening. Any surround must be suitably
sealed to the fire place to prevent leakage. See below in fig.1
When installing into a brick built chimney, you must ensure that there is sufficient
depth to accomodate any debris which may fall from the chimney. This depth
must be sufficient to accomodate 12 litres of volumetric space.
Fire Opening
460mm Minimum
470mm Maximum
705mm
Minimum
480mm Minimum
Fig. 1
685mm Minimum
695mm Maximum
Minimum Flat
Sealing Area
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Installation Depth Requi ements fo a Galle y Full Depth Open F onted
Convecto Gas Fi e being installed into a b ick built chimney, equi ing 12.0
lit es of deb is collection volume (fig. 2)
There must be a minimum depth of 305mm in the chimney to allow a debris
collection volume of 12 litres to be achieved.
Fig. 2
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Depth equired
(e.g. 305mm
minimum)
Builders Opening

1.7 FITTI G TO PRE-FABRICATED TWI WALL METAL FLUE BOXES
The appliance may be fitted to twin wall metal flue boxes conforming to the
constructional requirements of BS 715 / BS EN 1856-2. The box must have a
minimum flue diameter of 125mm internal and minimum internal dimensions of
300mm deep by 685mm high by 470mm wide. There are no maximum
dimensional requirements for the box. The top face of the box must be insulated
with a minimum thickness of 50mm of non-combustible mineral wool insulation or
similar material. The flue box must stand on a non-combustible base of minimum
thickness 12mm.
1.8 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 770mm and a minimum projection of
300mm forwards from the fire opening.
1.9 SPILLAGE MO ITORI G SYSTEM
This appliance is fitted with an atmosphere sensing spillage monitoring system in
the form of an oxygen sensing pilot. This is designed to shut the fire off in the
event of a partial or complete blockage of the flue causing a build up of
combustion products in the room in which the fire is operated. The following are
important warnings relating to this spillage monitoring system :-
1) The spillage monitoring system must not be adjusted by the installer.
2) The spillage monitoring system must not be put out of operation.
3) When the spillage monitoring system is exchanged only a complete original
manufacturers part may be fitted. It is not possible to replace individual parts on
the pilot system on this appliance, only a complete pilot assembly (including the
thermocouple) may be fitted.
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SECTIO 2
I STALLATIO OF FIRE
2.1 U PACKI G 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 ist
1 off Fire box / burner assembly
1 off Boxed ceramic base, front ceramic rail and 25 coals (9 large square, 9
large random, 2 small square & 3 decorative) coals
1 off Remote control handset (RC models only)
1 off oose items bag
1 off Installation & user book(combined)
1 off eft hand corner blanking plate
1 off Right hand corner blanking plate
1 off Battery pack (RC models only)
1 off Flue restrictor baffle
2.2 I STALLI G THE FIRE BOX
Establish which type of flue you are intending to install the fire in to :-
225 x 225mm (9 inch x 9 inch) brick built chimneys
175mm (7 inch) diameter lined brick or stone flue, insulated pre-fabricated
metal flue box to BS 715 / BS E 1856-2
When installing into 125mm (5 inch) diameter lined brick or stone flue, or
insulated pre-fabricated metal flue box to BS 715 / BS E 1856-2. the
restrictor baffle must not be fitted.
A spillage test must always be carried out to check satisfactory
clearance of flue products, regardless of the type of flue the
appliance is being fitted to.
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For all models proceed as follows :-
a) Ensure that the rear cast is secured firmly to the front casting with 5 off
bolts as shown below in Fig. 3. then apply suitable high temperature
(300 degree celcius rated) sealant to the entire join line between the 2
castings. If either the front or rear casting is damaged (i.e. cracked) do
not proceed with the installation.
Fig. 3
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Check 5 off bolts
are secure and seal
completely (no visible
gaps) between the
mounting faces of the
two casts

Removal of the canopy :-
b) Remove the canopy by unscrewing the M5 wing nut as shown below in
Fig. 4 then lifting out via the retaining hooks. Store the canopy in a safe
position until it is ready for re-fitting (see section 3.7).
Fig. 4
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M5 Wing Nut
etaining Lugs

c) Remove the 2 screws which hold the burner heat shield to the front of
the fire box to allow access to the burner, then remove the 4 off screws
that hold the burner in position. The base of the burner unit can now be
pulled forward, allowing the burner to be removed from the fire box.
See fig. 5 below. If installing into a class 1 chimney, fit the flue
restrictor baffle
Fig. 5
d) Refer to the fitting instructions for the hearth panel and casting and fit to
the builders opening as prepared to the dimensions stated in section 1.6
e) With the hearth panel and casting in position, ensure that the hearth is
protected from damage.
f) Mark out and drill 4 off No 14 (6mm) holes in the back face of the fire
opening in the positions shown overpage in fig. 6
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Burner Engine
Burner Heat Shield
Firebox
Flue restrictor baffle - held in
position by 4 off screws - only to
be fitted to class 1 flues

Fig. 6
g) Fit the wallplugs provided and screw the fixing eyes securely into the
rear of the fire opening.
h) Whilst the fire box is still in position, decide which side the gas supply is
to enter the fire from. Plan the pipe run to enter the fire box through
one of the openings in the sides of the fire box below the fuelbed
support panel and connect to the isolating / inlet elbow. The gas
connection to the appliance should be made to the isolating / inlet elbow
using 8mm rigid tubing. There must be no soldered joints within the
firebox. See fig. 7 below.
Fig. 7
Firebox
Casting
Builders
Opening
Gas Supply
Firebox
Approx.
40mm Casting
Gas Supply
Approx.
40mm
Builders
Opening
20mm
500mm Fireplace Opening
100mm
250mm
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ote : Before breaking into the gas supply a tightness test should be carried
out to establish that the existing pipework is sound.
i) Uncoil the two fire fixing cables and thread one end of each of the
cables through one of the two holes on each side of the flue outlet
shroud.
j) Position the fire carefully on the (protected) surface of the hearth and
reach into the fire opening. Thread each of the cables vertically
downwards through the pair of fixing eyes on the same side of the fire.
Thread the free end of the cables through the corresponding circular
hole on each side of the lower rear of the fire. Carefully slide the fire
box back into the fire opening and pull both cables tight.
k) Thread a tensioning screw over each of the cables and ensure that the
tensioning nut is screwed fully up against the hexagon shoulder of the
tensioning screw (this provides maximum travel for the tensioning nut).
l) Fit a screwed nipple on to each of the cables and pull hand tight up
against the tensioning screw, then secure each nipple with a flat
bladed screwdriver. See fig. 8 overpage.
m) Evenly tighten the tensioning nuts to tension both cables and pull the
fire snugly against the casting. Do not overtighten, it is only necessary
to pull the seal up against the sealing face of the casting, it does not
need to be compressed. Check that there are no gaps behind the seal.
n) With the fire securely in place, if a concealed gas connection has been
made through either of the access holes in the sides of the fire, the
holes should be closed around the pipe to prevent leakage of air
through the gap around the pipe.
o) Refit the burner. Fit the four retaining screws and check that the burner
is correctly locked into position, see Fig. 5 on page 12 for diagram.
p) Refit the front burner heat shield to the sides of the fire box (2 Screws)
and secure the trim to the fire via the location tabs on the firebox
flange, see Fig. 5 on page 12 for diagram.
q) Before making the final gas connection, thoroughly purge the gas
supply pipework to remove all foreign matter, otherwise serious
damage may be caused to the gas control valve on the fire.
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IMPORTANT NOTE : USE THE GROMMET SUPPLIED TO SEAL THE GAS
ENTRY POINT SELECTED ON THE FIREBOX BFM EUROPE WILL NOT
ACCEPT GUARANTEE CLAIMS THAT ARE AS RESULT OF THE USED GAS
ENTRY POINTS NOT BEING SEALED. THE KNOCK-OUTS ARE REMOVED
BY A SHARP BLOW WITH FOR EXAMPLE A CHISEL.

Fig. 8 - Securing Firebox Via Cable Fixing Method
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Firebox
Cable Fixing
Eyes / awlplugs
Tensioning Wires
& Tensioning
Screw / Nut

r) Fit the corner blanking plates to the firebox to blank off the gap at
the top left and top right hand corners of the firebox (contained in loose
items pack). It is essential that these brackets are fitted correctly.
See fig. 9 below.
Fig. 9
s) DO OT refit the cast iron canopy until the spillage test has been
completed as detailed in section 3.6
Corner Blaking Plates
Secure with Screws
Provided
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2.3 GAS TIGHT ESS A D I LET PRESSURE (MA UAL CO TROL
MODELS)
a) Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a
manometer.
b) Turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test.
c) Depress the control knob and turn anti-clockwise to the position marked
pilot. Hold in the control knob for a few seconds to purge the pipe work
then press the igniter button. The burner should light, continue to hold
the control knob for a few seconds then turn to the full-on position.
d) Check that the gas pressure for Natural Gas (G20) models is 20.0 mbar
(+/- 1.0mbar) 8.0 in w.g.(+/- 0.4 in w.g.)
e) Turn off the fire, remove the manometer and refit the pressure test point
screw. Check the pressure test point screw for gas tightness with the
appliance turned on using a suitable leak detection fluid or detector.
2.4 GAS TIGHT ESS A D I LET PRESSURE (REMOTE CO TROL
MODELS)
a) Remove the pressure test point screw from the inlet elbow and fit a
manometer.
b) Turn on the main gas supply and carry out a gas tightness test.
c) Depress both the round buttons on the handset. The fire will then
commence its ignition sequence and will light to high. See page 24 for
full details of the operating method for the fire.
d) Check that the gas pressure for Natural Gas (G20) models is 20.0 mbar
(+/- 1.0mbar) 8.0 in w.g.(+/- 0.4 in w.g.)
e) Turn off the fire, remove the manometer and refit the pressure test point
screw. Check the pressure test point screw for gas tightness with the
appliance turned on using a suitable leak detection fluid or detector.
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SECTIO 3
ASSEMBLI G FUEL BED A D COMMISSIO I G
3.1 ASSEMBLI G THE CERAMICS A D FUEL BED
a) Place the ribbed ceramic fuelbed base on top of the fuelbed support
and pull fully forwards to the burner. Make sure that the fuelbed
base is located centrally in the fire box.Ensure that the fuelbed
base fit fully down onto the fuel bed support and is not
lodged on the burner. See fig. 10 below.
Fig. 10
b) Position the two halves of the front ceramic ( /H & R/H) on the locating
channel in the front ceramic, ensuring it is located onto the lip on the
burner front ceramic support. (See fig. 11 below)
Fig. 11
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c) Fit three of the large sized square coals onto the front ceramic rail,
and two of the random shaped coals as shown below ensuring
that they are evenly spaced. Use the recess’s in the front ceramic rail
as a guide for placement. (See fig. 12 below)
Fig. 12
d) Select two of the large square coals two of the large random coals and
arrange behind the front row of coals, ensuring that flame paths as
indicated below are not interupted, place one of the small coals at
each end of the second row. (See fig. 13 below)
Fig. 13
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Square
Square Square
andom
andom
andom andom
Square
Square
Flame Paths
Small
Small

e) Select three of the large random coals and two of the large square
coals and arrange as shown behind the second row of coals, using the
ribs in the fuelbed matrix as a guide for placement. (See fig. 14 below)
Fig. 14
f) Select the remaining two large square coals and two random coals and
position to fill the gaps at the rear of the fuel-bed Fig. 15
Fig. 15
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Square andom
Square andom andom
Square