MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1)Alwaysturnoffthegasvalvebeforecleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep the burner and control compartment clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year. When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged.
2)Clean appliance and door with a damp cloth (never when unit is hot). Never use an abrasive cleaner. The glass should be cleaned with a gas fi replace glass cleaner.
The glass should be cleaned when it starts looking cloudy.
3)The heater is fi nished in a heat resistant paint and should only be refinished with heat resistant paint. Excalibur® uses StoveBright Paint - Metallic Black #6309.
4)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.
5)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.
Note: Never operate the appliance without the glass properly secured in place.
6)Donotusethisapplianceifanyparthasbeen under water. Immediately call a qualifi ed service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water.
7)In the event this appliance has been serviced check that the
8)Verify operation after servicing.
General Vent Maintenance
Conduct an inspection of the venting system
1)Check the Venting System for corrosion in areas that are exposed to the elements. These will appear as rust spots or streaks, and in extreme cases, holes. These components should be replaced immediately.
2)Remove the Cap, and shine a fl ashlight down the Vent. Remove any bird nests, or other foreign material.
3)Check for evidences of excessive condensation,suchaswaterdropletsforming in the inner liner, and subsequently dripping out the joints, Continuous condensation can cause corrosion of caps, pipe, and fi ttings. It may be caused by having excessive lateral runs, too many elbows, and exterior portions of the system being exposed to cold weather.
4)Inspect joints, to verify that no pipe sections or fi ttings have been disturbed, and consequently loosened. Also check mechanical supports such as Wall Straps, or plumbers' tape for rigidity.
GOLD-PLATED DOOR
Or SURROUND
The 24 carat
DO NOT use abrasive materials or chemical cleaners, as they may harm the fi nish and void the warranty. Cleananyfingerprintsoffbefore turning the unit on.
LOG REPLACEMENT
The unit should never be used with broken logs. Turn off the gas valve and allow the unit to cool before opening door and carefully remove the logs. (The pilot light generates enough heat to burn someone.) If for any reason a log should need replacement, you must use the proper replacement log. The position of these logs must be as shown in the diagrams under Log Installation.
Note: Improperpositioningoflogsmaycreate
THERMOPILE /
THERMOCOUPLE
1)Open the bottom louvers.
2)Loosen the thermocouple or thermopile with a 7/16" wrench.
3)Disconnect thermocouple by loosening nut from the valve with a 9mm wrench. Disconnectthermopilebyloosening2screws marked TP on the valve.
4)Drop the thermocouple or thermopile down from the bracket and pull it out of the unit.
5)Reinstall the new ones in reverse order.
GLASS GASKET
If the glass gasket requires replacement use a tadpole glass gasket (Part #
DOOR GLASS
Your Excalibur® fi replace is supplied with high temperature,5mmNeoceramceramicglassthat will withstand the highest heat that your unit will produce. If your glass requires cleaning, we recommend using an approved glass cleaner available at all authorized dealers. Do not use abrasive materials. Do not clean the glass when hot.
In the event that you break your glass by impact, purchase your replacement from an authorized Excalibur® dealer only, and follow our
WARNING: Do not operate the appliance with the glass panels removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass panels should be done by a licensed or qualified service person.
Caution: Wear gloves when removing damaged or broken glass.
Glass Replacement
Remove the glass door front. Remove the 4 glass clips from each corner. Slide in the new replacement glass. Push the 4 glass clips back onto the frame. The glass must have gasketing around it.
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