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Although the frequency of servicing and maintenance will depend
on use and the type of installation, you should have a qualified
service technician perform an appliance checkup at the beginning
of each heating season. Specific guidelines regarding each
appliance maintenance task are listed below.
IMPORTANT: Turn Off The Gas Before Servicing Your Appliance.
CLEANING BURNER AND CONTROLS
Frequency: Once annually.
By: Qualified service technician.
Task: Brush or vacuum the control compartment, stove logs and
burner areas surrounding the logs.
CHECKING FLAME PATTERNS, FLAME HEIGHT
Frequency: Periodically.
By: Qualified service technician/Home owner.
Task: Make a visual check of your stove's flame patterns.
Make sure the flames are steady - not lifting or floating. The
thermopile/thermocouple (standing pilot) tips should be covered
with flame.
CHECKING VENT SYSTEM
Frequency: Before initial use and at least annually thereafter,
more frequently if possible.
By: Qualified service technician/Home owner.
Task: Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to ensure
that no debris is interfering with the flow of air. Inspect entire vent
system for proper function.
NOTICE: Prior to operating this unit, be sure to clean the interior
porcelain coated liner panels and glass door with a soft clean
cloth. Due to normal manufacturing processes, fingerprints along
with excess sealing materials may be present and should be
removed. When cleaning, do not use abrasives on the porcelain
liners or the glass door assembly.
CLEANING
Use a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner to gently remove
dust or soot deposits from liners and burner.
CLEANING GLASS DOOR
Frequency: After the first 3 to 4 hours of use. As necessary after
initial cleaning.
By: Home owner.
Task: Remove and clean glass after the first 3 to 4 hours of use.
After the initial cleaning, clean as necessary. Film deposits on the
inside of the glass door should be cleaned off using a household
glass cleaner.
Use only ammonia free, nonabrasive glass cleaners.
DO NOT handle or attempt to clean the door when it is hot
and DO NOT use abrasive cleaners.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
CAUTION
CAUTION
FOR THE INSTALLER
Maintenance Precautions
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service
person. The fireplace should be inspected before use and at
least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent
cleaning might be required due to excessive lint from carpeting,
bedding material, etc.
Keep burner and control compartment clean.
Examine venting system periodically and replace damaged parts.
Make a periodic visual check of pilot and burners. Clean and
replace damaged parts.
Damaged Fireplace
Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the
fireplace and to replace any part of the control system and any
gas control which has been under water.
In the event of a natural disaster (tornado, earthquake, fire, etc.)
have a qualified technician inspect the fireplace for damage or
potential gas leaks. Repair or replace any damaged components
before operating this fireplace.
Annual Inspection
•
Have the fireplace inspected annually before use.
•
More frequent inspection and cleaning may be required if the
fireplace is installed in an area exposed to pet hair or dust,
or to excessive lint from new carpeting or bedding materials.
During The Annual Checkup, The Technician Will:
•
Inspect the pilot (flame safety system) and burner(s) for
proper operation and replace any damaged parts.
•
Test and measure the flame failure response time of the
flame safety system. It must de-energize the safety shut-off
in no more than 30 seconds.
•
Vacuum and clean any foreign debris in the firebox that is
not supposed to be there.
•
Inspect and ensure that the lighting of the main burner
occurs within 4 seconds of the gas valve opening. Visual
inspection should match the information illustrated in the
manual. Inspect primary air openings for blockage.
•
Check the glass and gasket for proper seal.
•
Clean Glass with a suitable fireplace glass cleaner. Abrasive
cleaners must not be used. Be careful not to scratch the
glass when cleaning.
•
Check all latches or other door retention components for
proper operation, tension, and relief mechanisms are free
from obstructions. See Figures 66 and 67.
•
Check the barrier screen for fit and structural integrity.
See Figure 68.
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Inspect the log set (if applicable) and decorative media
(if applicable) for debris or damage.
•
Freshen up the glowing embers if applicable.
•
Replace batteries in the remote transmitter and receiver
if applicable.
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Inspect the venting and vent termination cap for damage,
corrosion, sooting, or obstruction and correct if present.
•
Check all accessible gas-carrying tubes, connections,
pipes and other components for leaks.
•
In addition, clean and inspect the fireplace following any
remodeling work in your home.
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