Avalon Stoves Cedar EF manual 22Operation, Starting The Pilot Flame

The pilot flame is required to ignite the main

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burners (it also plays a safety role). It should be

left on once lit. It will stay lit unless the gas

control valve is turned to "OFF". However, the

pilot will go out if the gas is shut off, the

propane tank runs out (or low) or if the stove

malfunctions. If the pilot turns off frequently,

call your dealer for information. To start the

pilot follow the directions below:

WARNING:

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When lighting or re-lighting the

pilot, the door must be opened (see

page

19).

a Open the door (see page 19 for details).

b Push the gas control knob in slightly and turn

it to the "OFF" position. The knob will not

c

turn from "ON" to "OFF" unless the knob is

depressed slightly. Wait five minutes to let

any gas that may have accumulated inside

the firebox escape. If you smell leaking gas,

follow the directions on the cover "IF YOU

SMELL GAS".

c Turn the gas control knob to the "PILOT"

position and press the knob in, this will allow

d

gas to flow to the pilot light. Press the

button on the pilot igniter repeatedly until

you see the pilot light.

WARNING:

If the pilot does not light after 15

seconds, release the knob and call

your dealer for service. Do not

attempt to light pilot until service

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has

been performed.

N O T E :

You may wish to remove the log set

to gain a better view of the pilot (see

page

20).

seconds once it is lit.

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