MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM
Under normal use this appliance will require only limited cleaning. Constant airflow through this appliance
will cause dust to collect on the burners, base and logs. An excessive build up of dust can cause the
pilot and burners to operate incorrectly and produce high levels of carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas.
To clean the burner and base, turn the control to OFF and allow the system to cool down. Remove top logs
and front log very carefully. Vacuum or brush away all dust and lint from the system. Do not use any
cleaning fluids to clean the logs or any other part of the appliance.
Replace the logs in their proper positions and relight the pilot. At least once a year, the log set and all gas piping
should be inspected by a qualified service person.
WARNING
When used without fresh air, appliance may give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas.
OPEN WINDOW AN INCH OR TWO FOR FRESH AIR WHEN USING APPLIANCE.
This appliance has a Pilot Light Safety System that turns the appliance off if enough fresh air is not available.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH PILOT LIGHT SAFETY SYSTEM.
If appliance shuts off, do not re-light until you provide fresh air. If the appliance continues to shut off,
have it serviced by a qualified technician. Keep burner and control compartment clean.
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING MAY LEAD TO DEATH.
Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with headache, dizziness and/or nausea.. If you experience any
of these symptoms, the appliance may not be working property. Get fresh air at once! Have appliance serviced by a
qualified service technician.
Some individuals, pregnant women, persons with heart or lung disorders, anemia, those under the
influence of alcohol or at locations of high altitudes are more likely to be affected by carbon monoxide than others.
Due to high temperatures, this appliance must be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
Adults and specially young children should be alerted to the hazard of high surface temperatures and
should be kept away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when in the same room as the appliance.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
Do not place clothing or other flammable material on or near the appliance.
Installation and repair should only be done by a qualified service technician.
The appliance should be inspected before use and at least once a year by a qualified service technician.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding or other materials.
It is imperative that control compartments, burners and circulating air passageways of this appliance
be kept clean.
WARNING: DO NOT allow fans to blow directly into fireplace. Avoid any drafts that alter burner flame patterns.
WARNING: DO NOT use a blower insert, heat exchanger insert or other accessories not approved for use with this heater.
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