Damper Adjustment; Door Latch Adjustment - Vermont Castings Dauntless FlexBurn 0002235 Owner's Manual

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The tension on the Dauntless FlexBurn's damper is adjustable
to compensate for compression of the gasket that seals the
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1. Remove the griddle. Loosen the lock nut at the center of
the damper, Figure 3.3.
2. Turn the pressure screw approximately one half turn
clockwise with an Allen wrench provided with your stove.
3. Tighten the lock nut. Prevent the pressure screw from
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A handle on the left side of the stove controls the damper.
The handle attaches to the damper rod with a set screw.
Periodically check the set screw and tighten as necessary.
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The front door of the stove should close securely to prevent
accidental opening and should close tightly to prevent air
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positioned vertically when the door is closed.
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compress and the latch may need adjustment. To adjust the
handle, follow this procedure:
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3. Rotate the pawl 180°. Replace the lock nut. Tighten the
set screw, Figure 3.4.
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gasket isn't snug enough at that spot. Continue to make
small adjustments until the setting is right.
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area. Pack more cement or a smaller diameter gasket into the
channel beneath the gasket so the main gasket is raised and
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replacement are given later in this section.
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Roller
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Set Screw
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Your Dauntless FlexBurn
make a tight seal between some parts. With use, particularly
on moving parts, gaskets can become brittle and compressed
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periodic replacement.
The sizes of replaceable gasket are listed below, along with
their applications.
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replacement from your Vermont Castings' Authorized Dealer.
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follow the standard safety procedure for working with dusty
materials: wear safety goggles and a dust mask.
The procedure for replacing gaskets is the same, regardless
of the gasket location. Follow these steps:
1. Remove the existing gasket by grasping an end and pulling
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