Maintenance And Service; Maintenance: Frequency And Tasks; Maintenance Tasks - Homeowner - Heat & Glo SL-550F Owner's Manual

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Maintenance and Service

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the fi replace.
When properly maintained, your fi replace will give you
many years of trouble-free service. We recommend an-
nual service by a qualifi ed service technician.
A. Maintenance: Frequency and Tasks
Task Frequency
Glass Cleaning Seasonally
DecorativeFronts/
Annually
Surrounds
Remote Control Seasonally
Venting Seasonally
Gasket Seal and Annually
Glass Inspection
Log Inspection Annually
Firebox Annually
Inspection
Control Annually
Compartment &
Firebox Top
Burner Ignition & Annually
Operation
B. Maintenance Tasks - Homeowner
Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed service
technician only. The fi replace should be inspected before
use and at least annually by a professional service person.
The following tasks may be performed annually by the
homeowner. If you are uncomfortable performing any of
the listed tasks, please call your dealer for a service ap-
pointment.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to lint from
carpeting or other factors. Control compartment, burner
and circulating air passageway of the fi replace must be
kept clean.
CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The fi replace should be
turned off and cooled before servicing.
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To be completed by
Homeowner
Qualifi ed Service
Technician
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Glass Cleaning
Frequency: Seasonally
By: Homeowner
Tools Needed: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop
cloth and a stable work surface.
CAUTION! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care.
Glass is breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
• DO NOT clean glass while it is hot
• Prepare a work area large enough to accommodate fi xed
glass assembly and door frame by placing a drop cloth
on a fl at, stable surface.
Note: Fixed glass assembly and gasketing may have res-
idue that can stain carpeting or fl oor surfaces.
• Remove decorative front from fi replace and set aside
on work surface.
WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Handle fi xed glass
assembly with care. Inspect the gasket to ensure it is
undamaged and inspect the glass for cracks, chips or
scratches.
• DO NOT strike, slam or scratch glass.
• DO NOT operate fi replace with glass removed, cracked,
broken or scratched.
• Replace as a complete assembly.
Removing Fixed Glass Assembly
• Pull the four glass assembly latches out of the groove
on the glass frame. Remove glass door from the appli-
ance. See Figure 4.1.
Cleaning Fixed Glass Assembly
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner.
- Light deposits: Use a soft cloth with soap and water
- Heavy deposits: Use commercial fireplace glass
cleaner (consult with your dealer)
• Carefully set fi xed glass assembly in place on fi replace.
Hold glass in place with one hand and secure glass
latches with the other hand.
Replacing Fixed Glass Assembly
• Replace the glass door on the appliance. Pull out and
latch the four glass assembly latches into the groove
on the glass frame. See Figure 4.1.
• Reinstall decorative front.