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C. Maintenance and Service Tasks:
Inspect
Doors, surrounds and
1 Inspect for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat.
fronts
2 Verify no obstructions to airflow through the louvers.
3 Verify proper clearance to combustible household objects is maintained.
Glass assembly and
1 Inspect glass panels for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat.
glass
2 Confirm there is no damage to glass or glass frame. Replace as necessary.
3 Verify that latches engage properly, clip studs are not stripped, and glass attachment components are
4 Clean glass using a nonabrasive cleaner such as Brasso®. Replace glass assembly if severely coated
Valve compartment and
1 Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair. Use caution when cleaning these areas.
firebox top
2 Remove any foreign objects.
3 Verify unobstructed air circulation.
Logs
1 Inspect for broken, damaged or missing logs. Replace as necessary.
2 Verify correct log placement and no flame impingement causing sooting. Correct as necessary.
Firebox
1 Inspect for paint condition, warpage, corrosion or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary.
2 Replace fireplace is firebox has been perforated.
Burner ignition and
1 Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter.
operation
2 Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration. Replace burner if necessary.
3 Replace rockwool with new dime-sized and shaped pieces. Do not block ports or obstruct lighting
4 Check for smooth lighting and ignition carryover to all ports. Verify there is no ignition delay.
5 Inspect for lifting or other flame problems.
6 Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris.
7 Inspect orifice for soot, dirt or corrosion.
8 Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as required.
9 Inspect pilot flame strength. Clean or replace orifice as necessary.
10 Verify millivolt output. Replace as necessary.
Remote controls
1 Verify operation of remote.
2 Replace battery in remote transmitters and batteries powering receivers.
3 If fireplace will not be used for a long period of time, verify batteries have been removed.
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intact and operating properly. Replace as necessary.
with silicate deposits that cannot be removed.
Screw tips that have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should be avoided.
paths.
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