Operation
900697-01 01/2017
Innovative Hearth Products
DRT4000 Series Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
See the tables below for detailed information about required maintenance, both regular and annual.
Maintenance Performed Annually—Before the Burning Season
Maintenance Task
Performed By
Procedure
Inspecting/Cleaning Burner, Logs
and Controls
Qualified Service Technician
Inspect valve and ensure it is properly
operating. Check piping for leaks. Vacuum
the control compartment, fireplace logs and
burner area.
Checking Flame Patterns and Flame
Height
Qualified Service Technician
Verify the flame pattern and height displayed
by the fireplace
(
Figure 39
)
. Flames must not
impinge on the logs.
Inspecting/Cleaning Pilot and Burner
Qualified Service Technician
Remove any surface build-up on pilot and
burner assembly. Wipe the pilot nozzles,
igniter/flame rod and hood. Ensure the pilot
flame engulfs the flame sensor as shown.
Checking Vent System
Qualified Service Technician
Inspect the vent system at the top and at
the base (within the firebox) for signs of
blockage or obstruction. Look for any signs
of dislocation of the vent components.
Fireplace Inspection
Qualified Service Technician
Perform the appropriate fireplace inspection
procedure detailed in this manual.
Replacing Glowing Embers
Homeowner/Qualified Services Technician
Remove the old glowing embers and vacuum
the area. Place new glowing embers
(
Figures
48–49
)
.
Replacing Batteries
Homeowner/Qualified Services Technician
Replace all batteries in the battery holders.
Maintenance Performed Periodically—After the Burning Season
Maintenance Task
Performed By
Procedure
Cleaning Firebox Interior
Homeowner
Carefully remove logs, volcanic stone and
glowing embers. Vacuum out interior of the
firebox. Clean firebox walls and log grate, if
installed. Replace removed items as detailed
in this manual.
Check Flame Patterns and Flame Height
Homeowner
Verify the flame pattern and height displayed
by the fireplace
(
Figure 39
)
. Flames must not
impinge on the logs.
Checking Vent System
Homeowner
Inspect the vent system at the top and at
the base (within the firebox) for signs of
blockage or obstruction. Look for any signs
of dislocation of the vent components.
Cleaning Glass Door
Homeowner
Clean as necessary following the directions
provided in this manual
(
Page 58
)
. Do not
touch or attempt to clean the glass while hot.
