Maintenance And Service Tasks - Heat-N-Glo Dakota 42H Owner's Manual

B. Maintenance and Service Tasks:
Inspect
Doors, surrounds and fronts
Gasket seal, glass assembly and glass
Valve compartment and fi rebox top
Logs
Firebox
Burner ignition and operation
Remote controls
Heat-N-Glo Lifestyle Collection • Dakota 42/Dakota 42H • 4036-905 Rev I • 10/05
1. Access condition of screen and replace as necessary. Recommend addition of
screen if one is not present.
2. Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary.
3. Verify no obstructions to airfl ow through the louvers.
4. Verify proper clearance to combustible household objects is maintained.
1. Inspect gasket seal and its condition.
2. Inspect glass panels for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when
exposed to heat.
3. Confi rm there is no damage to glass or glass frame. Replace as necessary.
4. Verify that latches engage properly, clip studs are not stripped, and glass
attachment components are intact and operating properly. Replace as necessary.
5. 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 if fi rebox has been perforated.
1. Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or ignitor.
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. Verify batteries have been removed from battery back-up in IPI systems to
prevent premature battery failure or leaking.
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