MAINTENANCE
NORMAL OPERATING
SOUNDS OF
GAS APPLIANCES
It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance.This is perfectly normal due to the fact that there are various gauges and types of steel used within your appliance. Listed below are some examples.All are normal operatingsoundsandshouldnotbeconsidered as defects in your appliance.
Blower:
Regency gas appliances use high tech blowers to push heated air farther into the room. It is not unusual for the fan to make a "whirring" sound when ON. This sound will increase or decrease in volume depending on the speed setting of your fan speed control.
Burner Tray:
The burner tray is positioned directly under the burner tube(s) and logs and is made of a differ- ent gauge material from the rest of the fi rebox and body. Therefore, the varying thicknesses of steel will expand and contract at slightly different rates which can cause "ticking" and "cracking" sounds. You should also be aware that as there are temperature changes within the unit these sounds will likely
Blower Thermodisc:
When this thermally activated switch turns ON it will create a small "clicking" sound. This is the switch contacts closing and is normal.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot fl ame is on it can make a very slight "whisper" sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a dull clicking sound may be audible, this is normal operation of a gas regulator or valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will expand and contract at different rates resulting in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be heard throughout the cycling process.
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1)Alwaysturnoffthegasvalvebeforecleaning. For
When cleaning the logs, use a clean soft paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged.
2)Clean glass (never when unit is hot), appli- ance, door and louvers with a damp cloth. Never use an abrasive cleaner. The gold louvers (and optional gold door) may be scratched if abrasives are used to clean them.
The heater is fi nished in a heat resistant paint and should only be refi nished with heat resistant paint (not with wall paint). Regency uses Stove Brite Paint - Metallic Black #6309.
3)Make a periodic check of burner for proper position and condition. Visually check the flame of the burner periodically, making sure the fl ames are steady; not lifting or fl oating. If there is a problem, call a qualifi ed service person.
4)The appliance and venting system must be inspected before use, and at least annually, by a qualifi ed fi eld service person, to ensure that the fl ow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed.
During the annual service call, the burners should be removed from the burner tray and cleaned. Replace the embers but do not block the pilot.
5)Verify proper operation after servicing.
6)Keep the area near the appliance clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other fl ammable vapours and liquids.
WARNING: CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION. YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLYSUPERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE APPLIANCE.
CAUTION: ANYSAFETYSCREEN OR GUARD REMOVED FOR SERVICING AN APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED PRIOR TO OPERATING THE APPLIANCE.
CLOTHING OR OTHER FLAM- MABLEMATERIALSHOULDNOT BE PLACED ON OR NEAR THE APPLIANCE.
7)Each time the appliance is lit, it may cause condensation and fog the glass. This con- densation and fog is normal and will disap- pear in a few minutes as the glass heats up.
Never operate the appliance without the glass properly secured in place or with the door open.
8)Periodically check the pilot fl ames. Correct fl ame pattern has three strong blue fl ames: 1 fl owing around the thermopile, 1 fl owing across the rear of the burner and 1 reach- ing towards the right (it does not have to be touching the burner ports.
Note: If you have an incorrect flame pat- tern, contact your Regency dealer for further instructions.
Top View of pilot fl ame.
Incorrect flame pattern will have small, probably yellow fl ames, not coming into proper contact with the rear of the burner or thermopile.
Top View of pilot fl ame
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