Maintenance And Service Tasks - Outdoor Lifestyles CARDOG36IL Owner's Manual

A. Maintenance and Service Tasks:
Inspect
Doors and surrounds 1
2
Valve compartment 1
2
3
Logs 1
2
Firebox 1
2
3
Burner ignition and 1
operation
2
3
4
5
6
7
Remote controls 1
2
3
Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. • Carolina • 4066-300 • Rev. U • 3/12
Inspect for scratches and nicks that can lead to rust when exposed to weather
Wipe face and fi nish material. Use a degreaser to remove soot buildup, if necessary.
Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair. Use caution when cleaning these areas. Screw tips that
have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should be avoided.
Remove any foreign objects.
Verify unobstructed air circulation.
Inspect for broken, damaged or missing logs. Replace as necessary.
Logs will accumulate soot. Periodically brush soot from the logs with a paint brush or vacuum.
Inspect for paint condition, warping, corrosion or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary.
Replace appliance if fi rebox has been perforated.
Check caulking around gas line and pilot assembly and replace as necessary to prevent water infi ltrating the
appliance.
Verify burner is properly secured to fi rebox bottom.
Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration.
Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris.
Inspect orifi ce for soot, dirt or corrosion.
Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as required.
Inspect pilot fl ame strength. Clean or replace orifi ce as necessary.
Inspect thermocouple/thermopile or IPI sensor rod for soot, corrosion and deterioration. Polish with fi ne steel wool
or replace as required.
Verify operation of remote.
Replace batteries in remote transmitters.
If appliance will not be used for a long period of time, verify batteries have been removed from battery back-up in
IPI systems to prevent premature battery failure or leaking.
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