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Masport F39 Room Sealed Freestanding Gas Fire
NORMAL
OPERATING SOUNDS
OF GAS APPLIANCES
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
gauges and types of steel used within your
appliance. Listed below are some exam-
ples. All are normal operating sounds
and should not be considered as defects in
your appliance.
Blower:
Masport gas appliances use high tech blow-
ers to push heated air farther 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 speed setting of your fan speed
control.
Burner Tray:
The burner tray is positioned directly under
the burner tube(s) and logs and is made of
a different gauge material from the rest of
the firebox and body. Therefore, the vary-
ing thicknesses of steel will expand and
contract at slightly different rates which
can cause "ticking" and "cracking" sounds.
You should also be aware that as there are
temperature changes within the unit these
sounds will likely re-occur. Again, this is
normal for steel fireboxes.
Blower Thermodisc:
When this thermally activated switch turns
ON it will create a small "clicking" sound.
This is the switch contacts closing and is
normal.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot flame is on it can make a very
slight "whisper" sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF,
a dull clicking sound may be audible, this is
normal operation of a gas regulator or
valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel
will expand and contract at different rates
resulting in some "cracking" and "ticking"
sounds will be heard throughout the cycling
process.
COPY OF THE
LIGHTING PLATE INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
A) This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted
by hand, following the instructions below
exactly.
B) BEFORE LIGHTING 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
- 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
neighbors phone. Follow the gas supplier’s in-
structions.
- 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
918-254
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the
owner’s information manual provided with this appliance. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
a qualified service technician. Force or attempted
repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D) Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service techni-
cian to inspect the appliance and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
This appliance needs fresh air for safe operation and
must be installed so there are provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS APPLIANCE
This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if not,
follow the current CAN1-B149/ANSI Z 223.1 (Australia: AG601, New Zealand: NZS 5261)
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE
CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Do not touch.
Severe Burns may result. Due to high surface
temperatures keep children, clothing and
furniture, gasoline and other liquids having
fammable vapors away. Keep burner and control
compartment clean. See installation and
operating instructions accompanying appliance.
STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.
1) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn to “PILOT” position.
2) Push in control knob all the way and hold in until the pilot lights up. Continue to hold the control knob
in for about 20 seconds after the pilot is lit. Release knob.
3) Push in gas control knob slightly and
turn to "ON" position.
4) Turn ON the flame switch.
1) Turn OFF the flame switch.
2) Push in gas control knob slightly and turn to "OFF" position.
You may shut off the pilot during prolonged non use periods to conserve fuel.
