MANAGING HEAT OUTPUT
The heat output from the appliance can be controlled by the
position of the flue damper on vented fireplaces.
The damper setting should be fully closed for maximum
heat output, partially closed for less heat output and fully
open for minimum heat output.
The appliance may be used in a working solid fuel burning
fireplace with the fuel damper closed only if unvented
appliances are permitted by local state and city codes. It
may also be operated as a decorative appliance whose
prime function lies in the aes thetic effect of the flames when
installed in a solid fuel burning fireplace with the flue
damper open. If unvented heaters are not permitted, the
fireplace vent damper must be locked at a minimum free
(vent) area of 15 sq. ins.
Whenever the appliance is operated with the fireplace's
flue damper closed, glass doors - if present - must be
open and the outside air damper and the ash dump (if
the fireplace is equipped with either one) must be
closed.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
CAUTION:
Before cleaning or moving logs or other parts of
the unit, be sure to read the section on important
safeguards.
Cleaning should be done before the logs are used each
year and after long periods of non-use. Professional
servicing is recommended.
All cleaning should be carried out when the appliance is
cold.
Only limited cleaning will be required under normal use.
Dusting the front grate or the control knob panel may be
required occasionally. Do not use any cleaning fluids to
clean the logs or any other part of the appliance.
If the flames show any unusual shapes or behavior, or if the
burner(s) fail to ignite properly, then the burner holes may
require cleaning. If this occurs contact your nearest dealer
to get the appliance serviced.
Alternatively, the appliance can be cleaned by removing the
logs. Handle the logs gently so as not to damage them.
Always lift each log by holding it carefully at each end.
After the logs are removed allowing access to the burner
area, use a vacuum cleaner to carefully remove dust and
loose particles from the base, logs and from around the
burner. Gloves are recommended when handling the logs.
Use extreme caution in clearing around the pilot (ODS).
The pilot should not be moved or altered from the original
factory setting (Pilot to burner preset location). The burner
should not be removed or taken out of it’s locked and
secure position (proper location of burners are critical).
Lack of proper maintenance may void warranty.
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The heat output from the appliance when operated as a vent-free heater may be controlled by adjusting the main
gas valve and by turning the front (blue flame) burner on or off. Reference lighting instructions on page, and chart
on page 3. showing inputs at all the settings.
The main gas valve may be adjusted anywhere between high and low to give the desired combination of flame
aesthetics and heat output. The blue flame front burner control must be turned fully to either the “ON” or “OFF”
position.
