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1.2.
GENERAL OPERATION
1.2.1.
DAMPER
The damper is a critical component of the fireplace and should
be treated as such. With the damper open, smoke is able to
escape the fireplace and into the flue, with it closed it will
prevent cold air from entering the room while the fireplace is
inactive.
IT IS VITAL THAT THE DAMPER IS OPEN DURING OPERATION
OF THE FIREPLACE. PLEASE CHECK BEFORE EVERY USE.
A damper handle for opening and closing the damper is
provided with the fireplace
Refer to operating instructions below, along with diagrams to
open and close the damper.
1.
To open the damper, use the tool to push in the
adjustment cog and turn to the left until you feel it
lock into place.
2.
To close the damper, push the adjustment cog in and
turn to the right until it locks into place.
3.
Visually inspect the orientation of the damper by
looking up into the ceiling of the fireplace, to ensure
it is correctly oriented. Vertical is open, horizontal is
closed.
CROSS SECTION SIDE VIEW OF DAMPER OPERATION
Locate damper handle on damper cog
Push damper handle towards back of fireplace
Turn damper handle to the left
Release damper handle and allow damper to lock, reverse
steps to close damper.
