Monessen Hearth LEXINGTON LX32DV - Manual (Page 37)

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LX Series Direct Vent Gas Fireplace cLeANING
and
MAINteNANce
W
ARNING
turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It
is recommended that a qualified service
technician perform these check-ups at the
beginning of each heating season
Make sure the gas valve knob is in the “OFF” position.
Wait at least five (5) minutes before start-ing maintenance.
Fireplace must be cold before starting maintenance.
VeNtING SySteM
A qualified agency should examine the venting system
annually.
cLeANING GLASS
Clean the ceramic glass periodically. Condensation will
sometimes form on the glass during a cold startup. This
is normal for all gas fireplaces. This condensation often
attracts dust and lint to the surface of the glass. The initial
paint curing of the appliance can also leave a slight film
on the glass.
Your should clean the glass after the first two weeks of
use. After that, you should clean the glass no more than
two or three times a season. Use a mild glass cleaner to
clean the door.
Do Not uSe ABRASIVe cLeANeRS. they WILL
DAMAGe the GLASS SuRFAce.
pILot AND BuRNeR FLAMeS
Visually check pilot and burner flames periodically. Refer
to Figure 54 for typical burner flame. Refer to Figure 55
for typical pilot flame.
FIReBoX cLeANING
1. Carefully remove log set, and embers from combustion
chamber.
2. Vacuum burner compartment thoroughly.
3. Vacuum any dust off logs.
4. Remove any lint from main burner and pilot.
5. Carefully replace log set, and embers in their correct
positions. Page 28
6. Replace door (if it has been removed).
7. Relight pilot. Page 35
8. Turn on main burner.
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Allow glass to cool before cleaning. Do
not clean glass when it is hot. Damage
could occur.
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Make sure clearances to combus-
tibles allow room for maintenance
and service.
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carefully reassemble and reseal fireplace
properly after any cleaning or servicing.
LG812
LX log flames
FP2721
pilot flame
Thermocouple
Thermopile
FP2721
Figure 54 -
Typical Pilot Flame
Figure 55 -
Typical Burner Flame
Appearance
LG812