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Element4 Gas Fireplaces Rev# 07022020
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APPENDIX TWO
FUNCTION
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
M.
Flames are stable
but too small and
blue.
Yes
Too much primary air.
Reduce the primary air opening until flames have blue
base and yellow upper two-thirds.
No
NORMAL
OPERATION
L.
Flames are very
busy and blowing in
an abnormal direc-
tion.
Yes
Air leak in the firebox.
Check unit for leaks at glass corners or at
gaskets.
Check unit for positive relief door seal.
Check venting for complete integrity.
No
K.
Flames are very
yellow with dark,
sooty tips.
Yes
The air shutter is closed when using
LP gas.
When using LP gas the air shutter must be fully
open. See conversion instructions.
Flow of fresh air and/or exhaust is
blocked.
Ensure that vent configuration is within the
vent chart requirements.
Check termination for blockage and/or
appropriate type.
No
J.
Flames become
thin, blue, wispy
then go out.
Yes
Exhaust is contaminating the fresh air.
Inspect venting for damage and/or incorrect
installation.
Flow of fresh air and/or exhaust is
blocked.
Ensure that vent configuration is within the
vent chart requirements.
Check termination for blockage and/or
appropriate type.
Natural gas being used with LP orifice(s). Ensure the gas type is correct for the
installed orifices.
No
I.
Magnet unit drops
while motor turns.
Receiver makes 3
beeps.
Yes
Receiver batteries low.
Test the batteries, replace if necessary.
Quality 1.5V AA alkaline recommended.
Ensure magnet unit is operating
normally.
Test the receiver output to the magnet unit.
No
