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To enjoy outstanding performance of your appliance for years, perform
the following maintenance activities on a regular basis.
Keep exterior surfaces clean.
Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable, corrosive or abrasive cleaners.
Clean the holes in the burner using a swab that is moistened with soapy water
.
Keep the burner holes unobstructed by using a heavy-duty pipe cleaner.
The burner must be dry
before normal use. Clean annually.
Compressed air may help clear away smaller particles.
While washing your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot assembly dry at all times.
If the gas control knob (#2) is exposed to water in any way, DO NOT try to use it. It must be replaced.
After extended non-operation, the unit should be inspected for spiders, spider webs and insects. Spiders and insects can nest in the burner
Air flows must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner and circulating air passageways clean.
Cleaning
Clearing
Troubleshooting
Signs of possible blockage include: gas odor with extreme yellow tipping of the flame, uneven gas flow, popping noises coming from the burner.
and
Problem Observed
Possible Cause
Corrective Measures
Perform the steps in "Leak Check" on
page 14.
supply and contact your customer
service department.
The gas pressure is low, or there is no gas supply.
If odor continues shut off gas
The orifice is blocked.
The burner ports are clogged or dirty.
or in orifices.
The orifice is blocked.
The burner ports are clogged or dirty.
