General Maintenance - ORTAL 40 Series Installation And Operation Manual

WARNING –SERVICING
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It is recommended that a qualified service technician perform a routine inspection at the beginning of
each heating season.
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Turn off the gas and electricity BEFORE servicing the fireplace.
WARNING –BURNER AND VENT INSPECTIONS
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Periodic checks should be made of the burner for correct position and condition. Visually check the
flame of the burner, making sure that the flames are steady. For any problem, call a qualified service
technician.
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The venting system must be inspected before use. Annual inspection by a qualified field technician
must be scheduled to ensure the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
WARNING –SUBMERGED PARTS
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Do not use the fireplace if any part has been under water, or if you suspect that it may have been under
water. Immediately call a qualified, professional service technician to inspect the fireplace and to
replace any parts of the control system and any gas controls which have been under water.
WARNING –HANDLING OF GLASS
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NEVER operate the fireplace without the glass properly securely in place.
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The glass must be removed ONLY by an authorized qualified installer.
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The technician should ONLY remove the glass with the suction cup supplied by the manufacturer. Lower
the glass to rest in a safe place to prevent damage to the glass edges.
WARNING –CLEANING THE UNIT
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ALWAYS turn off the gas valve before cleaning.
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Do NOT clean when hot. Make sure unit has had time to cool prior to cleaning any surface or
component, interior or exterior.
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Keep the unit clean by brushing and/or vacuuming at least once a year by a service technician.
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Only service technicians can open the fireplace to clean interior surfaces.
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Clean the glass when it starts to look cloudy. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the fireplace and the door.
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Verify correct operation after servicing.
Maintenance Frequency and Equipment Checklist
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Under normal circumstances, the factory recommendation is to have the unit serviced at least once a
year. Units meeting the following conditions should have more frequent service:
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Units installed in commercial/public spaces should be serviced every 3 months.
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Units installed in climates near the ocean or in other settings where corrosion buildup is more
likely should be serviced every 6 months.
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Thermocouple Maintenance
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The thermocouple should be replaced annually or as needed in all commercial installations,
and in any residential unit where the fireplace is operated for an average of 10 hours or more
per day.
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For all other installations, the thermocouple should be replaced every three years or as
needed.
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