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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The on-off switch is located on the back of the unit at the top left corner on models CDVS280 and CS280.
When lit for the first time, the fireplace will emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is a normal temporary condition caused
by the curing of the logs and the "burn-in" of internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing process and will not
occur again. Simply open a window to sufficiently ventilate the room. After extended periods of non-operation such as
following a vacation or a warm weather season, the fireplace may emit a slight odour for a few hours. This is caused by
dust particles in the heat exchanger burning off. Open a window to sufficiently ventilate the room.
MODEL CS280 ONLY:
VENTING AC-
TION CHECK
A check for correct venting action must be made
before the installed stove is left with the customer.
Test in the following manner:
1. Close all doors and windows in the room / start
exhaust fans in the home / turn fire-
place blower off (if equipped).
2. Set controls to "high" and light
the unit.
3. Wait 5 minutes. Light a match
and extend it 1" into the hole located
above the spill switch bracket on the
adapter.
4. Venting action is satisfactory if
the flame stays lit. Venting action is
unsatisfactory if the flame extin-
guishes.
5. If venting action is unsatisfactory, turn the unit off,
wait 10 minutes and try again. If the match does not stay
lit, turn the unit off and check for vent blockage or restric-
tion. If necessary, consult with a qualified inspector.
Purge all gas lines with the glass door open. Assure that
a continuous gas flow is at the burner before closing the
door. Allow several minutes (5-15) for the flame to stabilize
after ignition.
MODEL CS280 ONLY:
SPILL
SWITCH
This is a thermally activated switch, attached to the back
of the chimney adapter, which senses the change in
temperature and shuts down the gas valve in the event
of a severe downdraft of air or a blocked or disconnected
vent. It acts as a safety shut-off to prevent a build up of
carbon monoxide or an explosion of unburnt gases during
start up. If the flue is blocked or has no "draw", the spill
switch will automatically shut off the supply of gas within
about 5-10 minutes.
TAMPERING WITH THE SWITCH CAN RESULT IN CAR-
BON MONOXIDE (CO) POISONING AND POSSIBLE
DEATH.
OPERATION / MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. This fireplace is equipped with a pilot which must be lit
by hand while following these instructions exactly.
B. Before operating smell all around the fireplace area
for gas and next to the floor because some gas is
heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
C. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob / manual
shut-off knob. never use tools. If the knob will not turn by
hand, do not try to repair it. Call a qualified service tech-
nician. force or attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D. Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the control
system and any gas control which has been under water.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Turn off all gas to the fireplace.
• Open windows.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbour's
phone. follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire de-
partment.
Summary of Contents for CDVS 280-N
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