Masport Inbuilt Gas Fireplace
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operation allowing a longer period before releasing
gas control knob.
7) With the pilot flame established turn the gas control
knob counter clockwise to "ON".
8) Use the top rocker switch to operate main burner.
9) Rotate the variable flame control to adjust the
flame height higher or lower.
10) Close the bottom louvre assembly.
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
1) Use the top rocker switch to turn off the main
burner.
2) Open the bottom louvre assembly.
3) Rotate the control knob clockwise to pilot position
then push the knob in slightly and continue to rotate
to "OFF". Do not force.
4) Disconnect all electric power and gas to the
appliance if service is to be performed.
FIRST FIRE
The first fire in your stove is part of the curing process.
To ensure that the paint is properly cured, light the unit
and leave on for 5 minutes and let it cool down for 30
minutes. Repeat 3 or 4 times.
When first operated,
the unit will release an odour and the flames will appear
orange caused by the curing of the paint, the burning
off of the starch in the gas logs and the oils on the
metal.
The glass panel may require cleaning after the unit has
cooled down.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE GLASS WHILE
IT IS HOT. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WITH THE
GLASS REMOVED.
CONVECTION FAN OPERATION
The fan operates by using the bottom of the 2 rocker
switches on the left-hand side of the fascia. To adjust
the desired fan speed, operate the rocker switch. The
fan has 2 speeds, a high speed for more rapid air
movement and a low speed. The fan should not be
used until the unit is up to operating temperature. After
the unit has been turned off and the unit cooled down to
below a useful heat output range the fan should be shut
off.
NOTE: Australian models are fitted with a thermodisc
fan control. This means fan will operate only when the
heater is up to operating temperature, and will stop
automatically once the heater has cooled down. This is
particularly useful when a thermostat is fitted, as the fan
will not be running unnecessarily. When the thermodisc
is fitted, it is not necessary to use the two speed switch
on the fascia as it can be kept permanently on at the
desired speed setting. The fascia switch overrides the
thermodisc if it is set in the “off” position.
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 examples,
all are normal operating sounds and should not be
considered as defects in your appliance.
Fan:
Masport gas appliances use high tech blowers 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.
Burner Tray:
The burner tray is positioned directly under the burner
and logs and is made of a different gauge material from
the rest of the firebox and body. Therefore, the varying
thickness’s 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 would
likely re-occur, again, this is normal for steel fireboxes.
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:
