OPERATING GUIDELINES AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
GLASS DOORS
Only the cabinet type doors can be opened, the front glass panel assembly is stationary and must be installed with doors.
When firebox is in operation, both sets of cabinet doors on each side of firebox, must be in the FULLY OPEN or FULLY CLOSED position only or a fire hazard may be created (see Figure 32).
CABINET DOORS MUST EITHER BE FULLY OPEN (AS SHOWN) OR FULLY CLOSED WHEN FIREPLACE IS IN OPERATION
SIDE PANEL IS
STATIONARY
CABINET GLASS
DOOR (TYP. OF 4)
Figure 32
DAMPER MECHANISM
The damper control lever is located inside the fire chamber (see Figure 33). Make sure lever is cool before handling. Pull down to CLOSE, push up to OPEN. The damper must be open when lighting a fire; not doing so will cause smoke spillage into the room.
When the firebox is not in use, close the damper to prevent downdrafts from entering room.
The damper mechanism should be per the following figure.
OUTSIDE AIR MECHANISM
The outside air handle is located at the right hand side of the firebox rear refractor (Figure 33). Pull to close, push to open, Always open the mechanism when starting a fire, this provides adequate outside combustion air. Close the mechanism when not in use to prevent cold air from entering the room.
Periodically check your outside air intake vent hood for any possible obstructions (snow, bushes, etc.).
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GRATE |
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| DAMPER CONTROL LEVER | PULL TO CLOSE |
| PUSH TO OPEN | |
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Figure 33 | PUSH UP TO OPEN |
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GRATE
The grate is designed to provide you with the maximum solid fuel capacity, do not attempt to defeat its purpose, doing so may cause smoke spillage and may cause a fire hazard.
Do not overload the grate or obstruct the required air space beneath it. Always keep ashes from building up under the grate.
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE! REPLACE GRATE WITH VANGUARD MODEL 36PNGR GRATE ONLY.
Never obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Keep the front of the firebox clear of all obstacles and materials.
WARNING: CHILDREN AND ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SURFACE TEMPERATURES AND TO STAY AWAY FROM THESE TO AVOID BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE CAREFULLY SU- PERVISED WHEN THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS THE FIREBOX.
FOR FURTHER OPERATING GUIDELINES, INSTRUC- TIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION PLEASE RE- FER TO YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL OR CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED DEALER.
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