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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
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Glass must be cleaned periodically. During
start-up it is normal for condensation to form
on the inside of the glass causing lint, dust and
other airborne particles to cling to the glass
surface. During initial start-up a slight film may
form on the glass due to paint curing. The
glass should be cleaned several times with a
non-ammonia, nonabrasive household clean-
er and warm water after the first two weeks
of operation. Thereafter, clean the glass two
or three times during each heating season,
depending on the usage and circumstances
present. Refer to
Removing/Replacing Glass
Door
, page 22 of this manual when removing
glass door for cleaning.
WARNING: Only parts sup
-
plied by the manufacturer
should be used when replacing
broken or damaged glass door
panels (see
Replacement Parts
,
page 37). Glass door panel are
complete units. No substitute
materials may be used.
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses while handling or
removing broken glass. Do not
remove if glass is hot. Keep chil
-
dren and pets away from glass.
If glass has been broken, carefully remove
glass door (see
Removing/Replacing Glass
Door
, page 22). Vacuum all glass pieces with
a shop vac.
CAUTION: Do not vacuum if
pieces are hot.
Use only glass door replacement intended for
this fireplace (see
Replacement Parts
, page
37 for detail on ordering). No substitutions
may be made. See
Removing/Replacing
Glass Door
, page 22 for instructions for re-
placing glass doors.
WARNING: Do not operate
fireplace with glass door un
-
latched, removed, cracked or
broken.
PILOT AND BURNERS
• Remove material before cleaning burners
and replace when cleaning is complete.
• Burner and controls should be cleaned with
compressed air to remove dust, dirt or lint.
• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled
brush to remove excess dust, dirt or lint.
VENTING SYSTEM
Conduct annual inspection of the venting
system following these guidelines:
1. Check areas of venting system that are
exposed to the weather for corrosion (rust
spots or streaks and, in extreme cases,
holes). Have these items replaced im
-
mediately by a qualified service person.
2. Remove the vent cap and shine a flash
-
light into the vent. Remove any foreign
material.
3. Check for evidence of excessive con-
densation. Continuous condensation can
cause corrosion of caps, pipes and fittings
and can be caused by having excessive
lateral runs, too many elbows or exterior
portions of the system being exposed to
cold weather.
4. Inspect joints to verify that no pipe section
or fitting has been disturbed and loos
-
ened. Check mechanical supports such
as wall straps for rigidity.
