Regency GF1500LST-LP, Owners & Installation Manual

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Regency GF1500LST Gas Fireplace
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maintenance
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Always turn off the gas valve before cleaning.
For relighting, refer to lighting instructions.
Keep the burner and control compartment
clean by brushing and vacuuming at least
once a year.
2. Clean appliance and door with a damp
cloth (never when unit is hot). Never use
an abrasive cleaner. The glass should be
cleaned with a gas fireplace glass cleaner.
The glass should be cleaned when it starts
looking cloudy.
3. The faceplate is finished in a heat resistant
paint and should only be refinished with heat
resistant paint. Regency® uses StoveBright
Paint - Metallic Black 938-110.
Note: Faceplates and inner panels made
from stainless steel will naturally
change color over time.
4. Make a periodic check of burner for proper
position and condition. Visually check the
flame of the burner periodically, making sure
the flames are steady; not lifting or floating.
If there is a problem, call a qualified service
person.
5. The appliance and flueing system must be
inspected before use, and at least annually,
by a qualified field service person, to ensure
that the flow of combustion and ventilation
air is not obstructed.
Note: Never operate the appliance without
the glass properly secured in place.
6. Do not use this appliance if any part has been
under water. Immediately call a qualified
service technician to inspect the appliance
and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control which has been under
water.
7. In the event this appliance has been serviced
check that the vent-air system has been
properly resealed & reinstalled in accor-
dance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Verify operation after servicing.
GLASS GASKET
If the glass gasket requires replacement use a
tadpole glass gasket (Part # 936-157).
GENERAL FLUE
MAINTENANCE
Conduct an inspection of the flueing system
semi-annually. Recommended areas to
inspect as follows:
1. Check the Flueing System for corrosion in
areas that are exposed to the elements.
These will appear as rust spots or streaks,
and in extreme cases, holes. These compo-
nents should be replaced immediately.
2. Remove the termination cap, and shine a
flashlight down the Flue. Remove any bird
nests, or other foreign material. Reinstall
the termination cap and seal with approved
sealant.
3. Check for evidences of excessive conden-
sation, such as water droplets forming in
the inner liner, and subsequently dripping
out the joints, Continuous condensation can
cause corrosion of caps, pipe, and fittings. It
may be caused by having excessive lateral
runs, too many elbows, and exterior portions
of the system being exposed to cold weather.
4. Inspect joints, to verify that no pipe sections
or fittings have been disturbed, and conse-
quently loosened. Also check mechanical
supports such as Wall Straps, for rigidity.
CAUTION: Wear gloves when
removing damaged or broken
glass.
WARNING : Do not operate the
appliance with the glass panels
removed, cracked or broken.
Replacement of the glass panels
should be done by a licensed or
qualified service person.
GLASS DOOR
Your Regency
®
fireplace is supplied with
high temperature 5mm-Ceramic glass. If
your glass requires cleaning, we recommend
using an approved glass cleaner available at
all authorized dealers. Do not use abrasive
materials.
CAUTION & WARNINGS:
* Do not clean when the glass is hot.
* The use of substitute glass will void all product
warranties.
* Care must be taken to avoid breakage of the
glass.
* Do not strike or abuse the glass.
* Do not operate this fireplace without the glass
front or with a cracked or broken glass front.
* Wear gloves when removing damaged or
broken glass.
* Replacement of the glass panel(s) should be
done by a licensed or qualified service per
son.
GLASS REPLACEMENT
In the event that you break your glass by impact,
purchase your replacement from an authorized
Regency
®
dealer only.