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UNIT OPERATING FAULTS
SERVICE AND INSTALLATION OF THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CARRIED
OUT BY AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ONLY.
THE MAJOR CAUSE OF OPERATING PROBLEMS WITH GAS LOG SPACE
HEATERS IS IMPROPER GAS PRESSURE, IMPROPER INSTALLATION,
INCORRECT FLUE INSTALLATION, OPERATION (REMOTE CONTROL),
DIPS/SPIKES IN THE INCOMING POWER OR REVERSE POLARITY’S.
The above situations can cause such problems as changes in flame colour or
configuration, intermittent operations, changes in heat output, carbon build up or sooting,
bad odours, rattles or other sounds, or start up failures. These are nearly always the result
of improper installation or incorrect operation and it may take sometime for these
problems to show themselves. Before calling out a technician you must be able to repeat
the fault. If not a service charge will apply. One should always in the event of a fault try
resetting the heater. Read below.
Please Note: Incorrect installation of the unit, flue pipe, gas pressure or operation, which
cause the above mentioned faults, are not covered under warranty and a service or call out
fee will be charged to correct such problems.
OVER TEMPERATURE CUT OUT
The Archer Gas Space Heater is protected against overheating with a high temperature 80°C cut out
switch to protect the heat exchanger, plastic sump and flue fan.
The high temperature cut out switch will automatically switch off the gas supply to the heater, if the
temperature in the room where the heater is located reaches approximately 28°C. The heater will go into
lock out mode. An allowance of 15 minutes minimum must be made to allow for the main fan to cool
down the heater prior to restarting the appliance. Reference page 40 restarting heater
Note: In most instances, overheating of the heater is a direct result of too much lint and dust having
accumulated in the main convection fan. This means the fan won’t be able to supply sufficient air to cool
down the heat exchanger. It is recommended that you inspect your main convection fan prior to
commencement of the heating season and if necessary have it serviced by a qualified service technician
(refer page 51 –Maintenance).
