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Operation
900077-00, 01/2018
Innovative Hearth Products
DRL6500 Linear Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces
NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS ARE NOT TO SCALE.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
See the tables below for detailed information about required maintenance, both regular and annual.
Maintenance Performed Annually—Before the Burning Season
Maintenance Task
Performed By
Procedure
Inspecting/Cleaning Burner/valve, Panels,
and Controls
Qualified Service Technician
Inspect valve and ensure it is properly
operating. Check piping for leaks. Vacuum
the control compartment and burner area.
Checking Flame Patterns and Flame
Height
Qualified Service Technician
Verify the flame pattern and height displayed
by the fireplace (
Figure 37
). Flames must not
touch the panels or fireplace ceiling.
Inspecting/Cleaning Pilot and Burner
Qualified Service Technician
Remove any surface build-up on pilot and
burner assembly. Wipe the pilot nozzles,
igniter/flame rod and hood. Ensure the pilot
flame engulfs the flame sensor.
Checking Vent System
Qualified Service Technician
Remove baffle, inspect the vent system at
the top and at the base (within the firebox)
for signs of blockage or obstruction. Look
for any signs of dislocation of the vent
components.
Fireplace Inspection
Qualified Service Technician
Perform the appropriate fireplace inspection
procedure detailed in this manual.
Replacing Batteries
Homeowner/Qualified Services Technician
For electronic gas valve models:
Replace the batteries in the battery holder.
Maintenance Performed Periodically—After the Burning Season
Maintenance Task
Performed By
Procedure
Cleaning Firebox Interior
Homeowner
Carefully remove glass media. Vacuum out
interior of the firebox. Clean firebox walls.
Replace removed items as detailed in this
manual.
Checking Flame Patterns and Flame
Height
Homeowner
Verify the flame pattern and height displayed
by the fireplace (
Figure 37
).
Cleaning Glass Door
Homeowner
Clean as necessary following the directions
provided in this manual (
Page 61
). Do not
touch or attempt to clean the glass while hot.
