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Doors, Surrounds and | 1. Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary. Recommend addition of screen if one is not | ||
Fronts | present. | ||
| 2. | Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary. | |
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| 3. | Verify no obstructions to airflow through the louvers. | |
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| 4. | Verify maintenance of proper clearance to combustible household objects. | |
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Gasket Seal, Glass As- | 1. Inspect gasket seal and its condition. | ||
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2. | Inspect glass panels for scratches and nicks that can lead to breakage when exposed to heat. | ||
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| 3. Confirm there is no damage to glass or glass frame. Replace as necessary. | ||
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| 4. | Verify that latches engage properly, clip studs are not stripped, and glass attachment components are | |
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| 5. | Clean glass. Replace glass assembly if severely coated with silicate deposits that cannot be removed. | |
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Valve Compartment and | 1. Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair. Use caution when cleaning these areas. | ||
Firebox Top | Screw tips that have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should be avoided. | ||
| 2. | Remove any foreign objects. | |
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| 3. | Verify unobstructed air circulation. | |
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Logs | 1. | Inspect for broken, damaged, or missing logs. Replace as necessary. | |
| 2. | Verify correct log placement and no flame impingement causing sooting. Correct as necessary. | |
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Firebox | 1. | Inspect for paint condition, warpage, corrosion or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary. | |
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| 2. | Replace appliance if firebox has been perforated. | |
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Burner Ignition and | 1. | Verify burner is properly secured and aligned with pilot or igniter. | |
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2. | Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration. Replace burner if necessary. | ||
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| 3. | Replace ember materials with new | |
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| 4. | Check for smooth lighting and ignition carryover to all ports. Verify there is no ignition delay. | |
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| 5. | Inspect for lifting or other flame problems. | |
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| 6. | Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris. | |
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| 7. | Inspect orifice for soot, dirt or corrosion. | |
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| 8. | Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as required. | |
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| 9. | Inspect pilot flame strength. Clean or replace orifice as necessary. | |
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| 10. Inspect thermocouple/thermopile or IPI sensor rod for soot, corrosion and deterioration. Clean with | ||
| emery cloth or replace as required. | ||
| 11. Verify millivolt output. Replace as necessary. | ||
Venting | 1. Inspect venting for blockage or obstruction such as bird nests, leaves, etc. | ||
| 2. | Confirm that termination cap remains clear and unobstructed by plants, etc. | |
| 3. | Verify that termination cap clearance to subsequent construction (building additions, decks, fences or | |
| sheds) has been maintained. | ||
| 4. | Inspect for corrosion or separation. | |
| 5. | Verify weather stripping, sealing and flashing remains intact. | |
| 6. | Inspect draft shield to verify it is not bent, damaged or missing. | |
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Remote controls | 1. | Verify operation of remote. | |
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| 2. | Replace batteries in remote transmitters and | |
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| 3. | Verify batteries have been removed from battery | |
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