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Fireplace Front
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
Figure 21 - Glass Doors
GLASS DOORS
Glass doors are optional with the fireplace. When the fireplace is in
operation, doors must be fully opened or fully closed position only
or a fire hazard may be created (see Figure 21).
A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates mush differently
than a fireplace with an open front. A fireplace with glass doors has
a limited amount of air for combustion. Excessive heat within the
fireplace can result if too large a fire is built or if the combustion air
gate is not completely open.
The following tips should be followed to assure that both the fireplace
and the glass door retain their beauty and function properly. Both the
flue damper and the glass doors must be fully opened before starting
the fire. This will provide sufficient combustion air and maintain safe
temperatures in the firebox.
IMPORTANT:
The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and evenly.
The tempered glass will withstand a gradual temperature rise to 550°
F, which is more than a normal fire will generate. Such materials as
pitch/wax laden logs, very dry mill end lumber and large amounts
of paper or cardboard boxes can create an excessively hot fire and
should not be burned in this fireplace. Always keep the fire well back
from the doors and never allow flames to contact the glass.
WARNING: Fireplaces equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with doors fully opened or
doors fully closed. Doors, if left partly open, may draw
gas and flame out of the fireplace opening creating
risks of both fire and smoke.
WARNING: Discontinue use of the appliance imme-
diately if doors are damaged and contact a qualified
installer for repair. Only doors certified with the ap-
pliance shall be used.
WARNING: Do not slam or strike doors. Damage
can result in a hazardous condition.
Cleaning Glass
Clean the glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and
water. Do not use any abrasive material to clean the glass. Do not
clean the glass with any cool water is the glass is still hot from the
fire and smoke.
A gas line or gas log lighter may be installed for the purpose of
installing a vented or vent-free decorative gas appliance incorporat-
ing an automatic shutoff device and complying with the Standard
for Decorative Gas Appliances for Installation in Vented Fireplaces,
ANSI Z21.60 or American Gas Association draft requirements for
Gas Fired Log Lighters for Wood Burning Fireplaces, Draft NO. 4
dated August, 1993.
If you wish to install an unvented (vent-free) gas log set, only unvented
gas log sets which have been found to comply with the standard for
unvented room heaters, ANSI Z21.11.2 are to be installed in this
fireplace.
OUTSIDE AIR AND DAMPER HANDLE OPERATION
The damper handle, which opens and closes the damper blade, is
located in the upper front face of the fireplace. Pushing the handle into
the left of the keyway slot will free the damper blade to automatically
open. Pushing the handle in to the right will lock the damper blade
closed (see Figure 22).
The outside air kit handle is located at the left hand side of the fireplace
(see Figure 22). Pulling the handle out will free the outside air door
to open. Pushing the handle in will lock the door closed.
Figure 22 - Damper and Air Kit Handle
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Handle
Outside Air Kit
Handle
Keyway Slot
Handle Retainer
WARNING: Risk of fire! Replace grate with IHP
model 111028-01 (J4491) only. This grate has been
designed to keep the operation of your fireplace safe
and efficient.
