9.1
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
THE FIREBOX BECOMES VERY HOT DURING OPERATION. LET THE APPLIANCE COOL
COMPLETELY OR WEAR HEAT RESISTANT GLOVES BEFORE CONDUCTING SERVICE.
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This appliance will require maintenance which should be planned on an annual basis.
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Service should include cleaning, battery replacement, venting inspection and inspection of the burner,
media and fi rebox. Refer to the door removal section and remove the door as instructed.
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Carefully remove media if necessary (logs, glass, brick panels etc).
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Using a vacuum with a soft brush attachment, gently remove any dirt, debris or carbon build up from the
logs, fi rebox and burner. For glass media, follow the installation instructions for pre-cleaning.
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Also gently remove any build-up on the pilot assembly including, if equipped; thermopile, thermocouple,
fl ame sensor and igniter. NOTE: Clean fl ame sensor using a fi ne emery cloth or a synthetic scrub pad
(such as Scotch-Brite™) to remove any oxides. Clean the pilot assembly using a vacuum with a soft
brush attachment. It is important that the pilot assembly is not painted.
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Inspect all accessible gaskets and replace as required.
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Access the blower, if equipped and clean using a soft brush and vacuum.
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Re-assemble the various components in reverse order.
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Inspect the relief system. The appliance relieves through the main glass door or through the fl aps on the
fi rebox top. Ensure they open freely, and close sealed.
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Check the gas control valve pilot and Hi / Lo knobs move freely (if equipped) – replace if any stiffness in
movement is experienced.
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Check for gas leaks on all gas connections up and downstream from the gas valve including the pilot
tube connections.
WARNING
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NEVER VACUUM HOT EMBERS.
DO NOT PAINT THE PILOT ASSEMBLY.
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