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Important:
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This appliance should be serviced every 12 months,
preferably at the start of each heating season. More
frequent inspection may be required if the fireplace is
installed in an area exposed to pet hair or dust, or to
excessive lint from new carpeting or bedding materials.
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Any service operation should be carried out only by a
suitably qualified and trained person.
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This manual should be left with the appliance for future
reference.
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DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
NOTICE:
It is normal for steel appliances to make expansion/
contraction noises as they heat up or cool down. Similar noises are
found with your furnace or car engine.
It is normal for your gas fireplace to give off some odor the first
time it is burned. This is due to the curing of the paint and any oil
from the manufacturing process. If odor becomes offensive, open
windows.
Burn the fireplace for at least six hours the first time you use it.
Keep the fan in the “OFF” mode during this time.
NOTICE:
Turn off the gas before servicing appliance.
During the annual checkup, the technician will:
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nspect the pilot (flame safety system) and burner(s) for
proper operation and replace any damaged parts.
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Check the glass and gasket for proper seal.
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Vacuum and clean any foreign debris in the firebox that is
not supposed to be there.
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Clean Glass with a suitable fireplace glass cleaner. Abrasive
cleaners must not be used. Be careful not to scratch the
glass when cleaning.
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Check the barrier screen for fit and structural integrity.
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Check all latches or other door retention components for
proper operation, tension, and relief mechanisms are free
from obstructions.
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Inspect the log set (if applicable) and decorative media (if
applicable) for debris or damage.
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Freshen up the glowing embers if applicable.
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Replace batteries in the remote transmitter and receiver
if applicable.
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Inspect the venting and vent termination cap for damage,
corrosion, sooting, or obstruction and correct if present.
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In addition, clean and inspect the fireplace following any
remodeling work in your home.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Annual Service Procedure:
Have a qualified service person perform the following
(inspections) at the beginning of each heating season:
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Check Vent System
Inspect the fireplace and venting system before initial use
and at least annually. Inspect the external vent cap on a
regular basis to make sure no debris is interferes with the
air flow.
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Clean Burner and Control Compartment
Keep the control compartment, logs, and burner areas
surrounding the logs clean by vacuuming or brushing at
least twice a year.
Cleaning Procedure
1.
Turn off pilot flame using your remote. Allow the fireplace
to cool completely.
2.
Remove outer barrier screen and inner glass.
3.
Remove all logs and coals. Place them in a safe location.
4.
Vacuum burner compartment.
5.
Replace glowing embers, logs, and coals.
6.
Clean the glass periodically.
7.
Clean any dust off the barrier screen periodically.
8.
Re-install inner glass and outer barrier screen.
9.
Ignite pilot.
10. Operate the pilot burner. If it appears abnormal contact
your dealer for service.