USSC
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NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE
Window keeps getting sooty.
Unit needs more primary air.
1.
Blocked primary air port.
1.
Check primary air assembly. Over
a period of time dust, lint, pet hair,
etc. can plug primary air hole. Clean
out.
2.
Flame impingement on logs or
2.
Reposition logs or adjust flame.
elsewhere.
3.
Logs too close to or touching glass.
3.
Move logs to allow at least 3/8"
clearance from logs to glass.
4.
Valve and burner over-fired.
4.
Check the amount of flow with
monometer, and adjust regulator if
necessary.
Dirty window. (White on window).
Initial burn off of paint and sealants
1.
Clean window using AJAX or
used to produce unit.
COMET, and paper towel.
2.
Dissolve powder AJAX or powder
COMET in water on window. Clean
in small circular motions. Rinse
thoroughly and reinstall in unit. DO
NOT USE ANY LIQUID CLEANERS
ON WINDOW. It will burn black on
window when reinstalled.
NOTE: Windows are made of neo (pyro) ceramic, NOT glass. Because of this, the will handle temperatures in excess of 1,200
degrees Fahrenheit constant temperature. The window only reaches between 500-600 degrees Fahrenheit. Because of this it is
almost impossible to bake something into the window. Most things will, with a little effort, some off if you follow these directions.
Circulating fan speed does not vary.
Variable speed rheostat defective.
Replace rheostat.
NOTE: Only replace rheostat with a rheostat supplied by United States Stove Company. Light dimmer switches or incorrect rheostats
will burn out the fan motor. This will void the warranty of the fan.
Fan makes humming sound, but won't
1.
Rheostat needs adjustment.
1.
Adjust variable speed control.
come on.
2.
Fan imellers dirty.
2.
Clean fan.
3.
Fan defective.
3.
Replace fan.
NOTE: Make sure the fan plug-in cord is not nicked by decorative trim kits. This could cause the fan to short out and also damage the
gas valve.
Fireplace not venting.
1.
Venting blocked.
1.
Remove blockage.
2.
Improper venting installation.
2.
Check all venting connections for
proper fit.
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