8.
Sound and Smell
Note: Each time the fire is lit from cold the glass will fog up with condensation. This is normal and the conden-
sation will disappear within a few minutes once the glass heats up.
− Sounds
It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance. This is perfectly normal due to the
fact that there are various types of materials used within your appliance. Listed below are some examples.
These are all normal operating sounds and should not be considered as defects in your appliance.
− Fan:
Escea gas appliances use electric fans to push heated air further into the room. It is not unusual for the fan
to make a “whirring” sound when ON. This sound will increase or decrease in volume depending on the
thermostatic settings.
− Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valves turn ON and OFF, a dull clicking sound may be audible. These sounds are part
of the normal operation of the fire. When the fire is switched off after being run for a while, there may be
popping and fluttering noises as the residual gas in the burner burns away. These are normal and should
be no cause for concern.
− Appliance Metalwork:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will expand and contract at different rates resulting in some
“creaking” and “ticking” sounds being heard throughout the heating and cool down cycles.
− Smells:
The first few times the unit is operated after installation, the unit may release an odour and the flames will
appear orange caused by the curing of the paint, the burning off of the starch in the ceramic logs and the
oils in the metal. This is a temporary curing process which will disappear with use. A deposit on the inside
of the glass, caused by the starch in the logs may appear as a build up after several uses. If this film is not
removed, it will bake on and may become difficult to remove. When the glass is cold, remove it (see fol-
lowing page) and clean the inside with a non-abrasive cleaner.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WITH
THE GLASS REMOVED.
