Monessen Hearth BWBC500MHB - Manual (Page 30)

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MAINTENANCE
FIREPLACE MAINTENANCE
At the end of each heating season or when the fireplace
will not be in use for an extended time, the ashes should be
removed and the hearth area should be swept clean. The slow
absorption of moisture into the ashes over a long period of
time could corrode metal fireplace parts.
At the beginning of each heating season, always operate the
flue damper and make sure it has not become stuck from soot, creosote, dirt, lint, etc., during the period of inactivity.
Use a duster or vacuum to keep the lower and upper grille panels of the fireplace clean and free from dirt and lint accumula-
tion. Wipe the painted surfaces of the fireplace with a soft cloth to remove dust and lint. A black touch-up paint, available
from your dealer, may be used to touch up the painted surfaces of the fireplace.
The fan motor is permanently lubricated and does not require oiling. Periodically remove lint and dust from the motor and
fan blades. Excessive accumulations of lint and dust on the motor and fan blades can shorten the life of the motor by causing
the motor to overheat. To gain access to the fan assembly, remove the bottom refractory of the fireplace. See Figure 31.
GLASS DOOR MAINTENANCE
The glass doors on the fireplace are built to require very little
maintenance. The surfaces of the brass frames are coated with
a clear baked-on enamel to prevent tarnishing of the brass. The
brass finish is treated to withstand temperatures up to 600°F,
which is higher than normal fireplace operation.
IMPORTANT: Do not polish the brass finish. Use mild
soapsuds and a soft cloth to clean brass surface.
The glass panels in the door assemblies are tempered and
will withstand temperatures up to 550°F, which is higher than
normal fireplace operation.
Figure 31 - Blower Location (Side View)
Fan
(Faces Back of Fireplace) Fireplace Bottom
Firebox
Bottom
Front of
Fireplace
Opening for
Fan Installation
IMPORTANT: Make sure the glass panels are com-
pletely cool before cleaning. Do not attempt to clean a
hot glass panel.
Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the glass with a
household glass cleaner and a soft cloth, or a mild detergent-
water solution and a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleansers.
Abrasive cleansers could scratch the glass surface.
The glass is eight times stronger than conventional plate
glass, but it is possible to break the glass through abuse
or overheating. Take care not to chip or scratch the glass.
Chipped or scratched glass can break suddenly when heated.
If a glass panel breaks, order replacement glass panels from
your fireplace dealer.
Disconnect the electric supply to the
fireplace beforeservicing or repairing
the fan to avoid an electrical shock
hazard.
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