Cleaning And Maintenance; Annual System Inspection; Logset & Burner / Cleaning And Inspection; Care Of Cast Iron - Vermont Castings Intrepid INDVRBDSB Installation & Operating Manual

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Cleaning and Maintenance

Your Intrepid DV Gas Heater will provide years of service with
minimal upkeep. The following procedures will help ensure
that your stove continues to function properly.
A. Annual System Inspection
Have the entire heater and venting system inspected annually
by a qualified gas technician. Replace any worn or broken
parts.
B. Logset & Burner / Cleaning and Inspection
Cleanliness is critical to the proper function of the heater.
The logset and burner must all be kept free of dust and
unobstructed by debris. Inspect these areas before each use
and clean as necessary.
1. Turn the burner OFF and let the heater cool completely
before cleaning.
2. Remove the safety barrier and lift the stove front up and
then swing the bottom out to disengage it from the heater
shell.
3. Carefully remove the glass and frame assembly and
place it out of the way on a flat, padded surface such as
a counter protected by a towel.
4. Carefully inspect the Logs for damage. Contact your
local dealer if any damage is evident.
5. Use a soft bristled brush to sweep dust or debris from the
Logs, Pilot and Burner. Use care as the logs are fragile
and susceptible to damage.
6. Replace the glass panel and frame assembly.
7. Replace the stove front and safety barrier.
C. Care of Cast Iron
An occasional dusting with a dry rag will help keep the painted
surfaces looking new. Use high-temperature stove paints,
available through your local dealer, to touch-up areas as
needed. Clean areas to be painted with a wire brush and be
sure to cover the logs, burner and valve assembly, glass and
frame assembly. Apply the paint sparingly; two light coats of
paint will give better results than a single heavy coat.
Clean porcelain enamel surfaces with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents. If necessary, use only
a cleaning agent formulated especially for use on porcelain
enamel surfaces.
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Turn the pilot off before painting. Allow the heater to cool
completely before painting.
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D. Glass Cleaning and Replacement
It will be necessary to clean the glass periodically. During
start-up, condensation, which is normal, forms on the inside of
the glass and causes lint, dust and other airborne particles to
cling to the glass surface. Also initial paint curing may deposit
a slight film on the glass. It is therefore recommended that
the glass be cleaned two or three times with a non-ammonia
household cleaner and warm water (we recommend gas
stove glass cleaner). Allow the glass to cool completely before
attempting to clean. To access the glass, remove the front and
glass frame, Figures 5.1 and 5.2. After that the glass should
be cleaned two or three times during each heating season
depending on the circumstances present.
NOTE: Clean glass after first two weeks of operation.
Glass Replacement
Replace glass only with HHT approved parts. Refer to Section
7 "Service Parts List" for correct glass. Remove the front,
glass frame and glass panel, Figures 5.1 & 5.2. Use a razor
blade to separate the glass and gasket from the frame.
Figure 5.1 - Remove the stove front.
NOTE: Shown without top for clarity.
Figure 5.2 - Release the latches to remove the glass frame.
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