Heat & Glo Fireplace Heat & Glo Gas Fireplace ESC-42ST - Manual (Page 14)

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Maintenance and Service
A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner
The following tasks may be performed annually by the
homeowner. If you are uncomfortable performing any of
the listed tasks, please call your dealer for a service ap-
pointment.
More frequent cleaning may be required due to lint from
carpeting or other factors. Control compartment, burner
and circulating air passageway of the fi replace must be
kept clean.
CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The fi replace should be turned
off and cooled before servicing.
When properly maintained, your fi replace will give you
many years of trouble-free service. We recommend an-
nual service by a qualifi ed service technician.
Doors, Surrounds, Fronts
Frequency: Annually
By: Homeowner
Tools needed: Protective gloves, stable work surface
• Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary.
• Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair
as necessary.
• Check that louvers are not blocked.
• Vacuum and dust surfaces.
Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating the fi replace.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualifi ed service
technician only. The fi replace should be inspected before
use and at least annually by a professional service person.
Glass Cleaning
(Exterior of Installed Glass Only)
Frequency: Seasonally
By: Homeowner
Tools Needed: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop
cloth and a stable work surface.
WARNING! Risk of Injury! Glass installation and re-
moval should be performed only by a qualifi ed service
technician.
• Homeowner may only clean outsides of glass.
• Call your dealer for a service appointment to have inside
of glass cleaned.
CAUTION! Glass is breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
• DO NOT clean glass while it is hot
• Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner.
- Light deposits: Use a soft cloth with soap and water
- Heavy deposits: Use commercial fireplace glass
cleaner (consult with your dealer)
Venting
Frequency: Seasonally
By: Homeowner
Tools needed: Protective gloves and safety glasses.
• Inspect venting and termination cap for blockage or
obstruction such plants, bird nests, leaves, snow, debris,
etc.
• Verify termination cap clearance to subsequent construc-
tion (building additions, decks, fences, or sheds). See
Section 6.
• Inspect for corrosion or separation.
• Verify weather stripping, sealing and fl ashing remains
intact.
• Inspect draft shield to verify it is not damaged or missing.