HearthSt one Quality Home Heating Products, Inc.
STOWE 8321 Gas-Fired Direct -Vent
02044-1
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R
OUTINE
M
AINTENANCE
AND
C
ARE
The Stowe requires minimal routine
maintenance and care. The unit should
always be cool and off when being cleaned,
or serviced.
•
WARNING:
Do not substitute materials.
For replacement parts, or for information
about parts or service, contact your local
HearthStone dealer.
C
LEANING
•
WARNING: Do not clean the unit when
hot.
The unit should receive regular cleaning on,
under, and around the stove to prevent the
buildup of dust and lint. The exterior
surfaces of the unit can be cleaned using
soap, water, and a soft cloth.
Do not
use
abrasive or chemical cleaners and take care
not to scratch the glass or enamel finish (if
so equipped) when cleaning the unit. The
use of chemical wax based cleaners or
polishes are not recommended due to the
potential for discoloration of the castings or
enamel when the residue of the cleaners or
polishes are exposed to heat. Excessive
buildup of dust, spider webs, or room air
contamination may cause odors when the
stove is hot.
F
IREBOX
, P
ILOT
, & B
URNER
A
SSEMBLY
The firebox requires periodic cleaning to
prevent the accumulation of dust, lint, and
other debris. To clean the firebox, set the
thermostat to the “OFF” position, and turn
off the gas at the gas control valve. When
the unit is cool, unfasten the front door and
carefully remove the decorative ceramic log
set, taking care not to damage the logs or
chip the enamel cast iron. Remove all
glowing ember material. Clean the firebox
pan burner, and carefully vacuum the entire
surface of the log set. Thoroughly vacuum
the ports (holes) along the top of the pan
burner, and the pilot assembly.
With the decorative ceramic logs out of the
firebox, fasten the door shut and briefly light
the unit according to the lighting instructions
described on page 28. Check to insure a
proper flame is burning from each burner
port. The pilot flame should be large enough
to engulf the thermopile and thermocouple
as shown in Figure 18.
NOTE: Do not operate the unit for more
than 1-2 minutes without the log set in
place. Turn the unit off by setting the
thermostat to “OFF”, and turning the gas
control valve off. Allow the unit to cool.
Check and clean any burner ports that are
not burning, or not burning properly. Clean
burner ports using a soft brush or vacuum
cleaner. If the pilot flame height needs
adjustment, it should be adjusted by
qualified service personnel as described on
page 29.
Complete the cleaning procedure by
carefully placing the log set within the
firebox as described on page 24. Close and
fasten the front door. Turn on the gas, light
the unit and check for proper operation.
Flame patterns should look similar to the
flames in Figure 19. Regularly check to
insure the area around the Stowe is kept free
from combustible materials, gasoline, and
other flammable vapors and liquids. Check
that the flow of combustion and ventilation
air is not obstructed.
Once a year, the unit,
and venting system should be inspected
by qualified service personnel to insure
that they are clean, free of obstruction,
safe, and in good working order. If
service or maintenance is required,
qualified service personnel should
perform it.
