Maintenance And Service; Maintenance: Frequency And Tasks; Maintenance Tasks - Homeowner - Heat & Glo ST-36TR-IFT Owner's Manual

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Maintenance and Service

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the fi replace.
When properly maintained, your fi replace will give you
many years of trouble-free service. Contact your dealer
to answer questions regarding proper operation, trou-
bleshooting and service for your appliance. Visit www.
heatnglo.com to locate a dealer. We recommend annual
service by a qualifi ed service technician.
A. Maintenance: Frequency and Tasks
Task Frequency
Glass Cleaning Seasonally
Surrounds,
Decorative Annually
Fronts
Remote Control Seasonally
Venting Seasonally
Gasket Seal Annually
and Glass
Inspection
Log Inspection Annually
Firebox Annually
Inspection
Control Annually
Compartment &
fi rebox Top
Burner Ignition Annually
& Operation
Light Bulbs As needed
B. Maintenance Tasks - Homeowner
Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed service
technician only. The appliance should be inspected before
use and at least annually by a professional service person.
The following tasks may be performed annually by the
homeowner. If you are uncomfortable performing any of
the listed tasks, please call your dealer for a service ap-
pointment.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive
lint from carpeting, bedding material, et cetera. It is im-
perative that control compartments, burners and circulat-
ing air passageways of the appliance be kept clean. Any
safety screen, guard, or barrier removed for servicing the
appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appli-
ance.
CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The fi replace shall be turned
off and cooled before servicing.
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To be completed by
Homeowner
Qualifi ed Service
Technician
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Glass Cleaning
Frequency: Seasonally
By: Homeowner
Tools Needed: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop
cloth and a stable work surface.
CAUTION! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care.
Glass is breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
• DO NOT clean glass while it is hot
• Prepare a work area large enough to accommodate fi xed
glass assembly and door frame by placing a drop cloth
on a fl at, stable surface.
Note: Fixed glass assembly and gasketing may have res-
idue that can stain carpeting or fl oor surfaces.
• Remove door or decorative front from fi replace and set
aside on work surface.
Removing Fixed Glass Assembly
• Pull the four glass latches out of the grooves on the glass
frame top and bottom. See Figure 4.1.
• Remove the glass door from the appliance.
• Multiple sides may be able to be removed based upon
model.
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner.
- Light deposits: Use a soft cloth with soap and water
- Heavy deposits: Use commercial fireplace glass
cleaner (consult with your dealer)
Replacing Fixed Glass Assembly
• Replace the glass door on the appliance.
• Pull out the four glass latches and place in the grooves
on the glass frame top and bottom. See Figure 4.1.
• Make sure all sides are replaced properly.
• Reinstall decorative front.
LATCHES
(BOTH BOTTOM
AND TOP)
GLASS
ASSEMBLY
Figure 4.1 Fixed Glass Assembly