CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
ALWAYS REMEMBER:
1. Do not operate this appliance without the fireplace screen closed.
2. Do not place any combustible material near the appliance.
3. Do not place any paper, trash or other material on the log set or in the heater.
4. Do not touch any part of the appliance when the unit is operation.
Your gas log set is designed to be virtually maintenance free, although periodic visual inspection and
cleaning is required. Follow the instructions below for the correct procedures.
If at any time the flames on your log set look abnormal or an odor is noticed that you feel is coming
from the appliance, contact a qualified service technician or the gas company.
Periodically, visually inspect the main burner flames as well as the pilot flame. The appearance of these
flames should resemble the drawings on page 18. Any measurements are approximate. Flame heights
may vary slightly.
Fireplaces can be very dusty areas, therefore at least monthly during the heating season clean the unit
by following the guidelines below.
CAUTION:
Before cleaning the appliance, be sure it is turned completely off. The pilot should also be
turned off. The unit must be completely cooled.
DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING FLUIDS OR TOOLS FOR CLEANING PURPOSES
1. Remove logs from grate assembly and place on the floor close to the fireplace.
2. Lightly vacuum any loose particles or dust from the grate and burner.
3. Lightly vacuum any loose particles or dust from the pilot flame area, being sure not to touch any part
of the pilot with the vacuum.
4. Lightly vacuum any dust from the logs.
NOTE: If any of the appliance parts are hit with the vacuum or the grate assembly is moved during
cleaning, gas leaks could occur. If this happens, be sure to check for leaks as described in this
instruction manual.
5. Carefully replace logs on the grate assembly and relight the pilot as instructed in this manual.
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