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Maintenance, Plated finishes, Door gasket – Regency Excalibur EX90 Large Wood Fireplace (Canadian Edition) User Manual

Page 36: Door hinges, Chimney cleaning, Glass cleaning, Glass removal / replacement

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FPI FP90 Wood Fireplace

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MAINTENANCE

plated finisHes

The optional plated finishes on the louvers and

surrounds requires little maintenance and needs

only to be cleaned with a damp cloth.

do not

use abrasive materials or chemical cleaners, as

they may harm the finish and void the warranty.

Keep doors and louvers off during construction

to avoid damage.

door GasKet

If the door gasket requires replacement, you

must use 5/8" (16mm) diameter oval, medium

density material, 34" (864mm) long for each side.

A proper high temperature gasket adhesive is

required. Contact your dealer for the Regency

Gasket Repair Kit.

door HinGes

Grease door hinges with high temperature

grease regularly for smooth operation and to

avoid squeaks.

cHiMneY cleaninG

Do not permit any creosote or soot build-up in

the chimney system. If you detect any build-up

contact a qualified chimney sweep or clean it

yourself. Perform the following steps:

a.

Remove the first secondary air tube and

baffles.

b. Remove the termination cap by removing

the screws and lifting.

c. Make sure fireplace doors are shut to

prevent soot and dirt from entering the

loom.

d. Clean chimney with either nylon or steel

brush.

e. Replace chimney cap.

f. Re-install baffles and secondary

tubes.

Maintenance

Glass cleaninG

Only clean your glass window when it is

cool. Your local retailer can supply you with

a recommended glass cleaner if plain water

and a soft cloth does not remove all deposits.

Do not use oven cleaner on the glass as it will

etch the glass.

Do not use any type of abrasive cleaner to

clean glass.

Glass reMoVal /

replaceMent

Allow the stove to cool before removing or

replacing glass. Remove the door from the

fireplace and remove the glass retainer. Use

caution when removing broken glass to avoid

injury. When placing the replacement glass in

the door, make sure that the glass gasketing

will properly seal your unit. Replace the retainer

and tighten securely, but do not wrench down

on the glass as this may cause breakage. Do

not substitute materials. If your glass door

breaks, do not use your unit until it has been

replaced.

Annual Maintenance

Completely clean out entire unit

Annually

Inspect air tubes, baffles and bricks

Replace any damaged parts.

Adjust door catch / latch

If unable to obtain a tight seal on the door - replace door gasket seal.
Readjust latch after new gasket installed.

Inspect condition and seal of:
Glass Gasket
Door Gasket

Perform paper test - replace gasket if required

Paper Test

Test the seal on the loading door with a paper bill.
Place a paper bill in the gasketed area of the door of a cold stove.
Close the door.
Try to remove the paper by pulling.
The paper should not pull out easily, if it does, try adjusting the door latch,
if that doesn't solve the problem replace the door gasket.

Check and lubricate door hinge + latch

Use only high temperature anti seize lube. (ie. never seize)

Check glass for cracks

Replace if required.

Clean blower motor

Disconnect power supply.
Remove and clean blower.
*Do not LubricAte*

Inspect and clean chimney

Annual professional chimney cleaning recommended.

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