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GLASS DOORS
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
WARNING
HOT GLASS WILL CAUSE BURNS. DO NOT
TOUCH GLASS UNTIL COOLED. NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN TO TOUCH GLASS.
• Fireplaces surfaces get EXTREMELY HOT!
• Install only when fireplace is OFF and COLD.
• The glass on the front of the fireplace reaches EXTREMELY
HIGH temperatures and can cause severe burns if touched.
Even after the gas is turned off, fireplace surfaces remain
extremely hot.
• Keep children away from an operating fireplace. Closely
supervise children in any room where a fireplace is operating
to prevent contact with glass.
Glass doors are optional with the fireplace. When fireplace is in
operation, doors must be fully opened or fully closed position only
or a fire hazard may be created (see Figure 43).
A fireplace equipped with glass doors operates much differently
than a fireplace with an open front. A fireplace with glass doors has
a limited amount of air for combustion.
Excessive heat within the fireplace can result if too large a fire is built
or if combustion air gate is not completely open. The following tips
should be followed to assure that both the fireplace and glass door
retain their beauty and function properly. Both the flue damper and
glass doors must be fully opened before starting fire. This will provide
sufficient combustion air and maintain safe temperatures in firebox.
IMPORTANT:
The glass must be allowed to warm slowly and evenly.
The tempered glass will withstand a gradual temperature rise to 550°
F, which is more than a normal fire will generate. Such materials as
pitch/wax laden logs, very dry mill end lumber and large amounts
of paper or cardboard boxes can create an excessively hot fire and
should not be burned in this fireplace. Always keep the fire well back
from the doors and never allow flames to contact the glass.
WARNING: Fireplaces equipped with glass doors
should be operated only with doors fully opened or
doors fully closed. Doors, if left partly open, may draw
gas and flame out of the fireplace opening creating
risks of both fire and smoke.
WARNING: Do not slam or strike doors. Damage
can result in a hazardous condition.
WARNING: Discontinue use of the appliance imme-
diately if doors are damaged and contact a qualified
installer for repair. Only doors certified with the ap-
pliance shall be used.
Cleaning Glass
Clean glass with any commercial glass cleaner or soap and water. Do
not use any abrasive material to clean glass. Do not clean glass with any
cool water if glass is still hot from the fire and smoke.
Figure 43 - Bi-Fold Glass Doors
Doors Fully Closed
Fireplace Front
Doors Fully Opened
Fireplace Front
