Maintenance Schedule - Superior DRT4040DMN Installation And Operation Instruction Manual

Innovative Hearth Products
Superior DRT40 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
TM

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Turn off gas and electrical power to the fireplace and allow it to cool before cleaning or servicing the appliance.
Annually (Before the onset of the Burning Season)
MAINTENANCE TASK
Inspect/Clean Burner, Logs
and Controls
Check Flame Patterns and Flame Height
Inspect/Clean Pilot and Burner
Check Vent System
Appliance Checkout
Replace Glowing Embers
Periodically (After the Burning Season)
MAINTENANCE TASK
Clean Firebox Interior
Check Flame Patterns and Flame Height
Check Vent System
Clean Front Glass Enclosure Panel
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
PROCEDURE
Inspect valve and ensure it is properly operating. Check piping for
leaks. Vacuum the control compartment, fireplace logs and burner area.
Refer to Figures 74 (40") or 75 (45") on Page 48 and verify the flame
pattern and height displayed by the appliance conforms to the picture.
Flames must not impinge on the logs. Ensure flames are steady (not
lifting or floating).
Refer to Figure 77 (Millivolt) or Figure 78 (Electronic) on Page 49.
Remove any surface build-up on pilot and burner assembly. Wipe the
pilot nozzles, igniter/flame rod and hood. Ensure the pilot flame engulfs
the flame sensor as shown.
Inspect the vent system at the top and at the base (within the firebox) for
signs of blockage or obstruction.
deterioration of the vent components
NOTE: Excessive condensation can cause corrosion of caps, pipe & fit-
tings (excessive condensation can be caused by long lateral runs, too
many elbows, and/or exterior portions of the system being exposed to
cold weather). Also, inspect the wall straps or plumbers's tape to ensure
they are securely in place.
Perform the appropriate appliance checkout procedure detailed in this
manual.
Remove old glowing ember materials and vacuum the
area. Place new embers per instructions on Page 46.
PROCEDURE
Carefully remove logs, glowing embers and volcanic stone. Vacuum
out interior of the firebox. Clean firebox walls and log grate. Replace
logs, glowing embers and volcanic stone as detailed in this manual.
Refer to Refer to Figures 74 (40") or 75 (45") on Page 48 and verify
the flame pattern and height displayed by the appliance conforms to
the picture. Flames must not impinge on the logs.
Inspect the vent system at the top and at the base (within the firebox)
for signs of blockage or obstruction. Look for any signs of dislocation
of the vent components (reconnect or replace as
Clean as necessary following the directions provided in this manual. DO
NOT TOUCH OR ATTEMPT TO CLEAN GLASS WHILE HOT.
Installation and Operation Instructions
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Look for any signs of dislocation or
(reconnect or replace as necessary).
ember placement
necessary).