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Glass Cleaning

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools Needed: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop
cloth and a stable work surface.

CAUTION! Handle fi xed glass assembly with care.
Glass is breakable.

• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
DO NOT clean glass while it is hot

Prepare a work area large enough to accommodate fi xed

glass assembly and door frame by placing a drop cloth
on a fl at, stable surface.

Note: Fixed glass assembly and gasketing may have res-
idue that can stain carpeting or fl oor surfaces.

Remove door or decorative front from fi replace and set

aside on work surface.

• See Section 14.H for instructions to remove fi xed glass

assembly.

• 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)

• Refer to Section 14.H for glass removal and replacement

instructions.

• Reinstall door or decorative front.

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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.

Remote Control

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Replacement batteries and remote con-
trol instructions.

• Locate remote control transmitter and receiver.

• Verify operation of remote. Refer to remote control

operation instructions for proper calibration and setup
procedure.

• Place batteries as needed in remote transmitters and

battery-powered receivers.

• Place remote control out of reach of children.

If not using your fi replace for an extended period of time
(summer months, vacations/trips, etc), to prevent unin-
tended operation:

• Remove batteries from remote controls.

• Unplug 3 volt adapter plug on IPI models.

• Verify that the sensor rod does not contact the burner.

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.

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.

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