Monessen Hearth LEXINGTON LX32DV - Manual (Page 34)

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LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
A. This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in ignitor while following these
instructions exactly.
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor
because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WhAt to Do IF you SMeLL GAS:
• Turn off all gas to the appliance.
• Open windows.
• Do not attempt to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instruc-
tions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
c. Use only your hand to push in, or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not
push in or turn by hand, don't try to repair it. Call a qualified service technician. Force or attempted
repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control
that has been under water.
FoR youR SAFety ReAD BeFoRe LIGhtING
LIGhtING pILot FoR the FIRSt tIMe
INItIAL LIGhtING
Purge air from the supply line as follows:
• Open main shutoff valve.
• Unscrew main pressure test point.
• Leave inlet test screw open until gas comes in.
• When gas is flowing, tighten inlet screw immediately.
LeAK teStING
1. Follow the pipe from the gas supply line connection to the gas valve. Check connection for leaks with
soap and water mixture.
2. Next check for gas leaks at the burner with soap and water mixture.
3. Check the pilot for gas leaks with soap and water mixture.
W
ARNING
If you do not follow these instruction
exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury
or loss of life.
W
ARNING
Never use an open flame to check
for gas leaks.
opeRAtING INStRuctIoNS