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Cleaning & maintenance
Cleaning & maintenance
To enjoy outstanding performance of your heater for years make sure you perform the
following maintenance activities on a regular basis:
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Keep exterior surfaces clean .
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Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable, corrosive or abrasive
cleaners .
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While washing your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner and pilot
assembly dry at all time . If the gas control is exposed to water in any way, do NOT try
to use it . It must be replaced .
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After a long break from operation, the unit should be inspected for spiders, spider
webs or other insects .
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Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner and circulating air
passageways clean .
Signs of possible blockage include:
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Gas odour with extreme yellow tipping of flame.
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Heater does NOT reach the desired temperature .
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Heater glow is excessively uneven .
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Heater makes popping noises .
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Spider and insects can nest in burner or orifices. This dangerous condition can
damage the heater and render it unsafe for use . Clean burner holes by using a heavy-
duty pipe cleaner . Compressed air may help clear away smaller particles .
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Carbon deposits may create a fire hazard. Clean the body and heating outlet with
soapy water if any carbon deposits develop .
