Maintaining Your Heater; Yearly Service Procedure - Lopi Spirit B-Vent Gas Stove Owner's Manual

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Yearly Service Procedure

! Failure to inspect and maintain the heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially
dangerous situation. We recommend the following procedures be done by a qualified technician.
1 Check the pilot flame (see illustration below). If not correct, contact your dealer for service.
2 Shut off gas to the heater by turning the gas control knob to "OFF" (see step A under "Starting the
Pilot" on page 15). Let the heater cool for 15 minutes. Open the door by lifting on the handle.
Swing the door open and lift it off its hinges (see page 11). Remove the glass (see page 9)
3 Remove the log set (see page 10). If any log is cracked or deteriorated, replace it when re-installing.
Check the logs for sooting. A small amount of soot along the bottom of the logs is normal. If
excessive sooting is found, the heater will require adjustment. Contact your dealer.
4 Clean the burner pan (especially in the burner holes and slots) and inspect the following:
¥ Check for burner pan holes that are cracked, severely warped, or corroded.
¥ Make sure the burner pan assembly fits flat against the floor of the firebox.
¥ Check the firebox and area around the pilot to make sure there is no warping or damage.
If any problem is found, discontinue use and contact your dealer for service.
Before Disassembly: Check the pilot flame. It should
impinge the top 3/8Ó of the thermopile and engulf the
thermocouple.
3/8Ó
5 Replace the log set. Inspect the glass gasket. If it is deteriorated, replace. It may be re-attached
using high-temperature gasket cement. If the glass is damaged, replace. Re-attach the glass and
door.
6 Inspect the area behind the control cover. Check the gas control valve and all of the gas lines. If any
damage is found, discontinue use and contact your dealer for service.
7 Start the pilot and turn on the main burner. The flames should be orange/yellow and not touch the
top of the firebox. If the pilot or main burners do not burn correctly, contact your dealer for service.
Monitor the blower operation.
8 Remove any debris or obstruction near the vent termination. Contact your dealer if any sooting or
deterioration is found near the vent termination.
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OUR EATER
Thermopile
Pilot Hood
Thermocouple
Check the walls and
ceiling of the firebox
for deterioration.
Check the burner
holes and slots.
Burner Pan
Make sure the
burner pan seals
against the floor
of the firebox.