Glass Door - Empire Comfort Systems Gateway 1700 Mode D'emploi

6.2

Glass Door

6.2.1 Cleaning
Under normal conditions, the door glass should stay relatively clear. If the firewood is dry
enough and the operating instructions in this manual are followed, a whitish, dusty deposit will
form on the inner surface of the glass after a week or so of use. This is normal and can be easily
removed when the heater is cold by wiping with a damp cloth or paper towel and then drying.
When the stove runs at a low combustion rate, light brown stains may form, especially in the
lower corners of the glass. This indicates that the fire has been smoky and some of the smoke
has condensed on the glass. It also indicates incomplete combustion of the wood, which also
means more smoke emissions and faster formation of creosote in the chimney.
The deposits that form on the glass are the best indication of the fuel quality and success in
properly using the stove. These stains can be cleaned with a special wood stove glass cleaner.
Do not use abrasive products to clean the glass.
The goal should be having a clear glass with no brown stains. If brown stains appear regularly
on the glass, something about the fuel or the operating procedure needs to be changed.
When brown streaks are coming from the edge of the glass, it is time to replace the gasket
around the glass. The glass gasket should be self-adhesive. Always replace the gasket with a
genuine one.
6.2.2 Replacement
The glass used is a ceramic glass, 5/32" (4 mm) thick tested to reach temperatures up to 1400º
F. If the glass breaks, it must be replaced with one having the same specification.
To remove or replace the glass (D):
1. Remove the door from its hinges and lay it on a soft,
flat surface.
2. Remove the eight screws (A), the eight glass retainers
(B), and the metal frames (C).
3. Remove the glass (D). If it is damaged install a new one
in place. The replacement glass must have a gasket all
around (see procedure below).
4. Reinstall the glass, being careful to centre the glass in
the door and not to over-tightening the retaining screw.
The two main causes of broken door glass are uneven
placement in the door and over-tightening the retaining
screws.
Do not clean the glass when the stove is hot.
Do not abuse the glass door by striking or
slamming shut.
Do not use the stove if the glass is broken.
2x
C
D
E
Figure 16: Replacing the glass
8x
A
B
8x
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