Checking Pilot And Burner Flames - Valor 650JN Homeowner's Manual

Checking pilot and burner flames

The pilot light and burner fl ames should be checked
periodically. Check after the fi re has been on for at
least 30 minutes. The pilot fl ame must cover the tip
of the thermocouple probe. The main burner fl ame
pattern will vary depending on the type of installation
and climatic conditions.
Performance of propane gas fi replaces may be
aff ected by the quality of commercial gas supplied
in your area.
The fi replace area must always be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
fl ammable vapors and liquids.
Inspect the vent terminal outdoors regularly to ensure
that it is not obstructed by snow, trees, bushes, leaves,
or other objects. We recommend at least an annual
inspection.
Sooting
Check your fi replace and outside terminal for any
sooting. Minor amounts of soot developing on logs
is common but soot that builds up, falls off and
accumulates indicates the burner needs adjustment
or the logs may be installed incorrectly. Contact your
dealer for remedies to excessive sooting.
Note
The height and color of your flames can vary
depending on fuel type, fuel quality and mixture,
altitude, and aeration adjustment at or after
installation.
The photos of typical flame appearance are for
illustrative purposes only. Your fireplace may
be operating normally but may appear slightly
different than the photos.
Venting configuration, elevation, burner aeration
setting and local fuel heating value can all affect
flame appearance.
Typical fl ame appearance
Driftwood Logs
Pilot light
Traditional Logs
Pilot light
Rocks
Pilot light
Thermocouple
probe must be
in flame
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