Maintenance And Service Tasks - Heat & Glo LifeStyle Dakota 42-B Owner's Manual

B. Maintenance and Service Tasks:
Inspect
Doors, surrounds and
fronts
Glass assembly and
glass
Valve compartment and
fi rebox top
Logs
Firebox
Burner ignition and
operation
Remote controls
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1. Inspect for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat.
2. Verify no obstructions to airfl ow through the louvers.
3. Verify proper clearance to combustible household objects is maintained.
1. Inspect glass panels for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat.
2. Confi rm there is no damage to glass or glass frame. Replace as necessary.
3. Verify that latches engage properly, clip studs are not stripped, and glass attachment components are intact and
operating properly. Replace as necessary.
4. Clean glass using a nonabrasive cleaner such as Brasso®. Replace glass assembly if severely coated with
silicate deposits that cannot be removed.
1. Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair. Use caution when cleaning these areas. Screw tips that
have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should be avoided.
2. Remove any foreign objects.
3. Verify unobstructed air circulation.
1. Inspect for broken, damaged or missing logs. Replace as necessary.
2. Verify correct log placement and no fl ame impingement causing sooting. Correct as necessary.
1. Inspect for paint condition, warpage, corrosion or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary.
2. Replace appliance is fi rebox has been perforated.
1. Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter.
2. Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration. Replace burner if necessary.
3. Replace rockwool with new dime-sized and shaped pieces. Do not block ports or obstruct lighting paths.
4. Check for smooth lighting and ignition carryover to all ports. Verify there is no ignition delay.
5. Inspect for lifting or other fl ame problems.
6. Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris.
7. Inspect orifi ce for soot, dirt or corrosion.
8. Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as required.
9. Inspect pilot fl ame strength. Clean or replace orifi ce as necessary.
10. Inspect thermocouple/thermopile or IPI sensor rod for soot, corrosion and deterioration. Clean with emery cloth
or replace as required.
11. Verify millivolt output. Replace as necessary.
1. Verify operation of remote.
2. Replace batteries in remote transmitters and battery-powered receivers.
3. If appliance will not be used for a long period of time, verify batteries have been removed from battery back-up
in IPI systems to prevent premature battery failure or leaking.
Maintenance Tasks