Quadra-Fire • QFI30FB-C, QFI35FB-C • 2221-901 Rev. S • 2/15
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Venting
Frequency:
Seasonally
By:
Homeowner
Tools needed:
Protective gloves and safety glasses.
• Inspect venting and termination cap for blockage or
obstruction such plants, bird nests, leaves, snow, debris,
etc.
• Verify termination cap clearance to subsequent construc-
tion (building additions, decks, fences, or sheds). See
Section 6.
• Inspect for corrosion or separation.
• Verify weather stripping, sealing and
fl
ashing remains
intact.
• Inspect draft shield to verify it is not damaged or missing.
B. Maintenance Tasks-Service Technician
The
following tasks must be performed by a quali
fi
ed
technician.
Gasket Seal and Glass Assembly Inspection
Frequency:
Annually
By:
Service Technician
Tools needed:
Protective gloves, drop cloth and a stable
work surface.
• Inspect gasket seal and its condition.
• Inspect
fi
xed glass assembly for scratches and nicks that
can lead to breakage when exposed to heat.
• Con
fi
rm there is no damage to glass or glass frame.
Replace as necessary.
• Verify that
fi
xed glass assembly is properly retained and
attachment components are intact and not damaged.
Replace as necessary.
Logs
Frequency:
Annually
By:
Service Technician
Tools needed:
Protective gloves.
• Inspect for damaged or missing logs. Replace as necessary.
Refer to Section 12 for log placement instructions.
• Verify correct log placement and no
fl
ame impingement
causing sooting. Correct as necessary.
Control Compartment and Firebox Top
Frequency:
Annually
By:
Service Technician
Tools needed:
Protective gloves, vacuum cleaner, dust
cloths
• Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair.
Use caution when cleaning these areas. Screw tips that
have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should
be avoided.
• Remove all foreign objects.
• Verify unobstructed air circulation.
Light Bulbs
Frequency:
As needed
By:
Service Technician
Tools needed:
Protective gloves, replacement light
bulbs. 1/4 in. nut driver.
• Remove the glass frame. See Section 12.I.
• Remove the logs, grate, and burner.
• Remove the two ember glass retainer tabs.
• Remove the ember glass.
• Replace light bulb.
• Reassemble components in reverse order of disassembly.
Firebox
Frequency:
Annually
By:
Service Technician
Tools needed:
Protective gloves, sandpaper, steel wool,
cloths, mineral spirits, primer and touch-up paint.
• Inspect for paint condition, warped surfaces, corrosion
or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary.
• Replace appliance if
fi
rebox has been perforated.
Surface cracking or crazing of
fi
rebrick material is normal
and expected. All cracks are acceptable and do not require
replacement of the unit or the
fi
rebox with the exception of:
• Cracks compromising the surface plane of the
fi
rebox.
See Figure 3.1.
Figure 3.1 Surface plane of
fi
rebox is comprised and should be
replaced.