Exception F200 wood Insert
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Like all fine equipment, your Exception requires
some routine maintenance and inspection. Follow the
guidelines in this section to guarantee safe and efficient
operation.
The Insert
Surface
The insert’s exterior surface should be dusted
periodically with a soft cloth. For more thorough cleaning,
wait until the insert is cool before using a damp cloth to
clean any blemishes.
The door
The gold plated front door should
never
be buffed
or polished. Abrasive cleaners and metal polishes will
remove the plating and therefore should never be used.
If the door needs to be cleaned, wait until the insert is
completely cool, then use a sponge, soap and water to
gently remove dirt and stains. Before relighting the insert,
remove all soap residue and wipe dry.
Controls
To avoid a rust buildup on the inner surfaces of
the controls, work the controls back and forth several
times during the summer, or any prolonged period when
you are not using your insert.
The Fire Chamber
The inside of the fire chamber should be examined
for damage to the refractory lining material, Afterburner hood
and Afterburner glass. If any of these parts have been dam-
aged, replace them with Harman Stove Company replacement
parts.
glass - Replacement
If the insert’s glass is cracked or broken, you must
replace it before operating your insert. Remove pieces care
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fully. Replace the glass only with Harman Stove Company
replacement glass; do not use substitutes.
To replace the glass panel, you will need to remove
the door. To do this, open the door, lift it straight up and place
it on a soft surface.
Carefully remove damaged glass, gasket material, and
hold down clips (set aside).
Referring to the diagram, note how the various compo
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nents of the door system fit together. Lay the load door face
down on the soft surface. Install the self adhesive 1/4"” gasket
material around the front face of the glass.
Note: This glass
has a special IR coating on one side.
This coating must be to
the
outside
of the insert. The coated side has a label on it. Do
not remove the label before installing the glass. Remove label
before burning the unit. If the label has been removed, you
can determine which side has the coating by using an OHM
meter. The side with the coating will show resistance.
Set the glass panel and gasket gently onto the door.
Install the hold down clips and tighten with
bolts as shown. Reinstall door on insert.
glass - Cleaning
Sometimes it will be necessary to
clean accumulated ash from the glass surface;
allowing this ash to remain on the glass for long
periods can result in “etching” due to the acid
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ity of the ash. Any creosote which accumulates
on the glass should burn off during your hot
fires.
Never clean the glass while it is hot,
and do
not
use abrasive substances. Wash the
surface with cool water, and rinse thoroughly.
You may wish to use a nonabrasive cleaner
specifically designed for use on insert glass.
In any case, dry thoroughly before relighting
your insert.
maintenance
Door
Glass
Hold Down Clips
and Bolts
Glass Gasket
