Avalon Firestyles D-V-1996 - Manual (Page 34)

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AINTAINING
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OUR
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EATER
Maintaining Your Stove's Appearance
! The enameled surfaces may chip if struck. Damaged surfaces may be repaired using the enamel touch-up paint available
from Travis Industries.
! Fingerprints or other marks left on the gold surface may become etched in place if they are not wiped clean prior to
turning the stove on. Clean the surfaces with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth.
Cleaning Your Stove
• Use denatured alcohol and a soft cloth to clean the gold surfaces (make sure the appliance is cool). Other cleaners may
leave a film that may become etched into the gold.
• Enameled surfaces may be cleaned with a soft rag, soap and water.
Yearly Service Procedure
! Failure to inspect and maintain the heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous situation. We
recommend the following procedures be done by a qualified technician.
1 Check the pilot flame. It should engulf approximately 3/8" of the top of the thermocouple (see illustration below). If it
does not, contact your dealer for service.
2 Shut off gas to the heater by turning the gas control knob to "OFF" (see step A under "Starting the Pilot" on page 31).
Let the heater cool for 15 minutes. Open the door (see step 1 on page 26).
3 Remove the logs, twigs and embers (see page 27 - NOTE: the logs are fragile). If any log is cracked or deteriorated,
replace it when re-installing. Check the logs for sooting. A small amount of soot along the bottom of the logs is normal.
If excessive sooting is found, the heater will require adjustment. Contact your dealer.
4 Clean the burner pan (especially in the burner holes and slots) and inspect the following:
• Check for burner pan holes that are cracked, severely warped, or corroded.
• Make sure the burner pan assembly fits flat against the floor of the firebox.
• Check the firebox and area around the pilot to make sure there is no warping or damage.
If any problem is found, discontinue use and contact your dealer for service.
Check the burner
holes and slots.
Make sure the
burner pan seals
against the floor
of the firebox.
Check the walls and
ceiling of the firebox
for deterioration.
Burner Pan
Before Disassembly: Check the pilot flame. It should
impinge the top 3/8” of the thermopile and engulf the
thermocouple.
3/8”
Thermopile
Pilot Hood
Thermocouple
5 Replace the log set. Inspect the glass and door gasket. If it is deteriorated, replace. It may be re-attached using high-
temperature gasket cement. If the glass is damaged, replace it. Close the door. Make sure the gasket forms a seal and
the side pieces of glass butt up against the center piece. If needed, re-align or replace the gasket to insure an air-tight
seal. Replace the door.
6 Inspect the area behind the control cover. Check the gas control valve and all of the gas lines. If any damage is found,
discontinue use and contact your dealer for service.
7 Start the pilot and turn on the main burner. The flames should be orange/yellow and not touch the top of the firebox. If
the pilot or main burners do not burn correctly, contact your dealer for service. Monitor the blower operation.
8 Remove any debris or vegetation near the vent termination. Contact your dealer if any sooting or deterioration is found
near the vent termination.