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Hearth & Home Technologies • BV4236DBI, BV4842DBI • 2209-900 Rev. P • 4/14
Glass Cleaning
Frequency:
Seasonally
By:
Homeowner
Tools Needed
: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop
cloth and a stable work surface.
CAUTION! Handle
fi
xed glass assembly with care.
Glass is breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
•
DO NOT
clean glass while it is hot
•
Prepare a work area large enough to accommodate
fi
xed
glass assembly and door frame by placing a drop cloth
on a
fl
at, stable surface.
Note
: Fixed glass assembly and gasketing may have res-
idue that can stain carpeting or
fl
oor surfaces.
•
Remove door or decorative front from
fi
replace and set
aside on work surface.
• See Section 14.I for instructions to remove
fi
xed glass
assembly.
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner.
- Light deposits: Use a soft cloth with soap and water
- Heavy deposits: Use commercial fireplace glass
cleaner (consult with your dealer)
• Carefully set
fi
xed glass assembly in place on
fi
replace.
Hold glass in place with one hand and secure glass
latches with the other hand.
• Reinstall door or decorative front.
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Maintenance and Service
A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner
The following tasks may be performed annually by the
homeowner. If you are uncomfortable performing any of
the listed tasks, please call your dealer for a service ap-
pointment.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to lint from
carpeting or other factors. Control compartment, burner
and circulating air passageway of the
fi
replace must be
kept clean.
CAUTION! Risk of Burns!
The
fi
replace should be turned
off and cooled before servicing.
When properly maintained, your
fi
replace will give you
many years of trouble-free service. We recommend an-
nual service by a quali
fi
ed service technician.
Doors, Surrounds, Fronts
Frequency:
Annually
By:
Homeowner
Tools needed
: Protective gloves, stable work surface
• Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary.
• Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair
as necessary.
•
Check that louvers are not blocked.
• Vacuum and dust surfaces.
Remote Control
Frequency:
Seasonally
By:
Homeowner
Tools needed:
Replacement batteries and remote con-
trol instructions.
• Locate remote control transmitter and receiver.
• Verify operation of remote. Refer to remote control
operation instructions for proper calibration and setup
procedure.
• Place batteries as needed in remote transmitters and
battery-powered receivers.
• Place remote control out of reach of children.
If not using your
fi
replace for an extended period of time
(summer months, vacations/trips, etc), to prevent unin-
tended operation:
• Remove batteries from remote controls.
• Unplug 6 volt transformer plug on IPI models.
• Remove battery backup from control module.
Venting
Frequency:
Seasonally
By:
Homeowner
Tools needed:
Protective gloves and safety glasses.
• Inspect venting and termination cap for blockage or
obstruction such plants, bird nests, leaves, snow, debris,
etc.
• Verify termination cap clearance to subsequent construc-
tion. See Section 6.
• Inspect for corrosion or separation.
• Verify weather stripping, sealing and
fl
ashing remains
intact.
• Inspect draft shield to verify it is not damaged or missing.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the
fi
replace.
Installation and repair should be done by a quali
fi
ed service
technician only. The
fi
replace should be inspected before
use and at least annually by a professional service person.
