GLASS
In a controlled combustion firebox temperatures are not always high enough to keep the glass clean. We have
supplied you with special ceramic glass, which will withstand the heat from the fireplace without cracking. A good
hot fire in the morning usually cleans most of the soot accumulated during the night. You can also purchase stove
glass cleaner from your local speciality fireplace retailer. Remember the drier the wood, the cleaner the glass. Be
careful not to hit the glass. Although heat will not break ceramic glass, a good blow can.
NEVER clean this glass with an abrasive cleaner. Use only a cleaner recommended by your dealer. Never clean
the glass while it is hot. Do not operate the fireplace with the glass broken or removed.
If your glass breaks:
See your dealer for the exact replacement glass. If the gasket is damaged it must be replaced with the identical
kind (R7000). Place the gasket around the top and bottom edges of the glass (it is self-sticking).
1. Remove the door from the fireplace by removing the top hinges.
2. Remove the top clip holding the glass by loosening the screws on the back of the door.
3. After cleaning out any bits of glass and soot from the glass retainer, set the glass into door opening and add a
drop of silicone sealer near each end to keep the glass from sliding out.
4. Replace the clip being careful not to overtighten the screws.
GOLD PLATING
If you have gold doors or gold louvers you will be happy to know that they will not tarnish however they are not
scratch resistant. They require a totally abrasive free cleaner.
Use only mild soap and warm water to clean the
gold when the surface is cool.
The use of any household cleaner, such as Windex, abrasive cleaners, or any
form of acid, may permanently etch or remove some of the gold plating. Before every fire, be absolutely sure to
wipe off all fingerprints from the gold plating. Acid from debris or your fingerprints may permanently etch the gold
plating.
CHIMNEY CLEANING
Check the chimney for creosote build-up every week until experience shows how often cleaning is necessary. A
build-up of 1/4 inch or more should be cleaned mechanically before more creosote accumulates. Use a 7 inch
diameter wire brush.
PAINT
You may touch up the face of the Onyx AP with STOVE BRIGHT Flat Black high temperature paint. The correct
paint is available from your dealer. When you paint the face of the fireplace, remove or cover the gold plated items
and cover the surrounding area with newspaper. Follow the directions outlined on the spray can.
DO NOT
attempt
to paint while the fireplace is hot. Keep the spray can away from any source of heat or open flame. Ensure that
there is adequate ventilation in the room, from the time you start painting until the paint is dry.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: We strongly recommend installers be WETT or WHERF certified.
Check local codes concerning installation requirements and restrictions in your area.
WARNING: Remove the louvers and cover the door securly before installation to reduce the risk of:
1. Vandalism
2. Sub-trade tool abrasion, chipping, or breaking of glass.
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