Caution; Safety; Maintenance - Pacific energy B Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

CAUTION

FOR YOUR SAFETY - Do not install or operate your Pacific Energy
Mirage Direct Vent without first reading and understanding this
manual. Any installation or operational deviation from the following
instructions voids the Pacific Energy Gas Stove Warranty and may
prove hazardous.
This appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected
from gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. (3.5 kPa)
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing
of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than
1/2 psig. (3.5 kPa)
Note: When lit for the first time, the appliance will emit a slight odour
for a couple of hours. This is due to the curing of paints, sealants and
lubricants in the manufacturing process. This condition is temporary.
Open doors and windows to ventilate area. Smoke and fumes caused
by the curing process may cause discomfort to some individuals.

SAFETY

Due to high temperatures, this gas appliance should be
located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high
surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid burns or
clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when they
are in the same room as the appliance.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed
on or near the appliance.
Any grill, panel or door removed for servicing the unit must
be replaced prior to operating. Failure to do so may create a
hazardous condition.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service
person. The appliance should be inspected before use and at
least annually by a professional service person. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, etc. It is imperative that control compart-
ments, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance
be kept clean.
Fig. # 1
It is Pacific Energy's policy that no responsibility is assumed by
the Company or by any of its employees or representatives for
any damages caused by an inoperable, inadequate, or unsafe
condition which is the result, either directly or indirectly, of any
improper operation or installation procedures.

MAINTENANCE

Caution: Turn off gas and electrical power supply and allow ample
time for unit to cool before servicing appliance. It is recommended
that this appliance and venting should be inspected at least once a
year by a qualified service person.
Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. Immediately
call a qualified service technician to inspect the heater and to replace
any part of the control system or gas control which has been under
water.
Annual Inspection:
a) Clean louvres and air passage ways of excessive lint build-up from
carpeting, bedding material, etc. The flow of ventilation air must not
be obstructed.
b) Remove glass panel and log set. Inspect logs and burner
assembly for lint and soot build-up. If excessive build-up of soot is
present, have a qualified service person inspect and adjust unit for
proper combustion. Clean logs and burner with a vacuum cleaner,
paying close attention to the ports on the burner.
c) Check the pilot system for proper flame size and operation. Clean
pilot free of lint and dust (See Fig. #1).
d) Check that the vent pipe and vent terminal are open and free from
blockage or debris.
e) Check glass panel gasket, replace if necessary.
Note: The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combus-
tible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids.
Periodically:
a) Viewing glass may be cleaned with glass cleaner.
b) Exterior porcelain enamel finish may be cleaned with soap and
water.
Note: Never use abrasives to clean this appliance.
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