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Normal Operating Sounds of
Gas Appliances
It is possible that you will hear some sounds from
your gas appliance. This is due to the various gauges
and types of steel used within your appliance.
Some examples are listed below. All are normal
operating sounds and should not be considered
defects in your appliance.
Blower:
Regency
gas appliances use high-tech blowers
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to push heated air further into the room. It is not
unusual for the fan to make a "whirring" sound
when on. This sound will increase or decrease in
volume depending on the speed setting of your
fan speed control.
Burner Tray:
The burner tray is positioned under the burner
tube(s) and logs, and is made of a different gauge
material from the rest of the firebox and body.
The varying thicknesses of steel will expand and
contract at slightly different rates, causing ticking
and cracking sounds. You should also be aware
that as there are temperature changes within the
unit, these sounds will likely recur.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot is on, it may make a whisper sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve is turned on and off, it may
make a dull clicking sound. This is normal operation
of a gas regulator or valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will expand
and contract at different rates resulting in some
cracking and ticking sounds will be heard throughout
the cycling process.
Maintenance Instructions
1. Always turn off the valve before cleaning. For
relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep
the burner and control compartment clean by
brushing and vacuuming at least once a year.
When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean paint
brush as they are fragile.
2. Clean the glass (never when the unit is hot),
appliance, and door with a damp cloth. Never
use an abrasive cleaner.
3. The heater is finished in porcelain or with heat-
resistant paint, and should only be refinished
with heat-resistant paint (not with wall paint).
Never use an abrasive cleaner.
4. Check the burner's position and condition pe-
riodically, as well as the burner flame, making
sure it is steady, not lifting or floating. If there
is a problem, call a qualified service person.
5. The appliance and venting system must be
inspected before use and at least annually by
a qualified field service person, to ensure the
unobstructed flow of combustion and ventilation
air.
During the annual service call, the burner should
be removed from the burner tray and cleaned.
Replace the embers but do not block the pilot.
•
L a b e l a l l w i r e s p r i o r t o
disconnection when servicing
controls. Wiring errors can
cause improper and dangerous
operation.
• Any safety screen or guard removed
for servicing an appliance must be
replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
• Clothing or other flammable
material should not be placed on
or near the appliance.
CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD
BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF
HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE
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.
DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE
IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDER
WATER. IMMEDIATELY CALL A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNI-
CIAN TO INSPECT THE APPLIANCE
AND REPLACE ANY PART OF THE
CONTROL SYSTEM AND ANY GAS
CONTROL WHICH HAS BEEN UN-
DER WATER.
maintenance
6. Keep the area near the appliance clear and free
from combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapours and liquids.
7. Condensation may fog the glass when the ap-
pliance is lit. This is normal and will disappear
as the glass heats up.
Never operate the appliance without the
glass properly secured.
8. Periodically check the pilot flames. Correct
flame pattern has three strong blue flames: one
flowing around the thermopile, one around the
thermocouple, and one flowing across the rear
of the burner (it does not have to be touching
the burner).
If you have an incorrect flame pattern, contact
your Regency
dealer for further instructions.
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Top View of Pilot Flame
Incorrect flame pattern will have small, probably
yellow flames, not coming into proper contact with
the rear of the burner.
Top View of Pilot Flame
9. Verify operation after servicing.
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