Hearth and Home Technologies SL-550TV-IPI-D After Appliance is Lit, Frequently Asked Questions

D. After Appliance is Lit

Initial Break-in Procedure

When you light the appliance, you may notice that it pro- duces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and lubricants used in the manufacturing process. Condensation of the glass is normal.

NOTE: The appliance should be run three to four hours on the initial start-up. Turn it off and let it cool completely. Remove and clean the glass. Replace the glass and run the appliance for an additional 12 hours. This will help to cure the products used in the paint and logs.

During this break-in period it is recommended that some windows in the house be opened for air circulation. This will help avoid setting off smoke detectors, and help eliminate any odors associated with the appliance’s initial burning.

CAUTION

•Prevent accidental appliance operation when not attended.

•Unplug or remove batteries from remote control if absent or if appliance will not be used for an extended period of time.

•Property damage possible from elevated temperatures.

CAUTION

Smoke and odors released during initial operation.

•Open windows for air circulation.

•Leave room during initial operation.

•Smoke may set off smoke detectors.

Smoke and odors may be irritating to sensitive individuals.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

High Temperatures.

Keep combustible household items away from appliance. Do NOT obstruct combustion and ventilation air.

•Do NOT place combustible items on top of or in front of appliance.

•Keep furniture, draperies away from appliance.

WARNING

Fire Hazard.

Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of appliance.

•Do NOT store flammable materials in the appliance’s vicinity.

•Do NOT use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids in this appliance.

•Combustible materials may ignite.

E. Frequently Asked Questions

ISSUE	SOLUTIONS
Condensation on the glass	This is a result of gas combustion and temperature variations. As the appliance
	warms, this condensation will disappear.
Blue flames	This is a result of normal operation and the flames will begin to yellow as the appli-
	ance is allowed to burn for 20 to 40 minutes.
	When first operated, this appliance may release an odor for the first several hours.
Odor from appliance	This is caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining
	from manufacturing. Odor may also be released from finishing materials and adhe-
	sives used around the appliance.
	This is a normal result of the curing process of the paint and logs. Glass should be
Film on the glass	cleaned within 3 to 4 hours of initial burning to remove deposits left by oils from the
	manufacturing process. A non-abrasive cleaner such as gas fireplace glass cleaner
	may be necessary. See your dealer.
	Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down,
Metallic noise	similar to the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not af-
	fect the operation or longevity of the appliance.
Is it normal to see the pilot flame	In an Intellifire ignition system it is normal to see the pilot flame, but it should turn off
burn continually?	when ON/OFF is turned off. In a standing pilot system the pilot will always stay on.

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