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BBV, SBV Series Natural Vent Gas Fireplaces
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
W
ARNING
If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal in-
jury or loss of life.
A.
This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with an ignitor while following these instructions exactly.
B.
BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because
some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
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Turn off all gas to the appliance.
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Open windows.
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Do not attempt to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C. Use only your hand to push in, or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn
by hand, don’t try to repair it. Call a qualified service technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any pat of the control system and any gas control that has been under
water.
LIGHTING PILOT FOR THE FIRST TIME
INITIAL LIGHTING
Purge air from the supply line as follows:
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Open main shut-off valve.
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Unscrew main pressure test point.
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Leave inlet test screw open until gas comes in.
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When gas is flowing, tighten inlet screw immediately.
LEAK TESTING
1. Follow the pipe from the gas supply line connection to the gas valve. Check connection for leaks with soap and
water mixture.
2. Next check for gas leaks at the burner with soap and water mixture.
3. Check the pilot for gas leaks with soap and water mixture.
W
ARNING
Never use an open flame to check for
gas leaks.
