Trouble Shooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Spark will not light the
pilot after repeatedly
pressing the spark
ignitor
Defective piezo ignitor
• Check connections to ignitor.
• If ignitor connections are good but no spark,
replace ignitor.
Broken spark electrode
• Check for broken ceramic insulation, replace
electrode if broken.
Misaligned spark electrode
• If spark is not arcing from electrode to pilot,
loosen the screws on the pilot base adjust and
tighten.
Pilot will not remain lit Problem with thermocouple
circuit
• Check for proper connection of the thermocouple
to the rear of the valve. If loose, fully tighten.
• Check pilot for full flame impingement around
thermocouple. If flame is too small, check gas
pressure, adjust pilot rate screw, check pilot
head for damage.
• Check thermocouple voltage at valve. It
must be greater than 5 mV. If low, replace
thermocouple.
Air in gas line (pilot dies
while knob is depressed)
• Bleed line.
• Check gas line pressure.
• Contact dealer.
Burners will not
remain lit
Problem with thermopile
circuit
• Check gas line pressure .
• Check for flame impingement on thermopile. If
low, see “Pilot will not remain lit”.
• Check thermopile for minimum of 200 mV when
burner is switched on.
• Check wiring to thermostat for breaks.
Flame lifting
Leak in vent pipe
• Check for leaks in vent connections.
Improper vent configuration • Check vent configuration with manual.
Terminal may be
recirculating flue gases
• Check to see if terminal is on correctly.
• May need to install high wind termination cap.
• Contact dealer.
Glass fogs up
Normal Condition: after the appliance warms up the glass will clear.
**Due to additives in gas, glass may get hazy during operation** Clean as
needed.
Blue Flames
Normal during start up: flames will yellow as the fireplace heats up.
Flames are burning
“dirty” or sooting
Flame impingement
• Check log positioning.
• Increase primary air by opening the venturi
shutter and/or by opening the vent restrictor.
See also “Burners will not remain lit.”
Insufficient air for
combustion.
Air tight house or a vacuum
in room due to other air
moving devices (eg. kitchen
and bathroom fans).
• Supply make-up air to the unit, open window.
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