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OBSERVED PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | REMEDY | ||
Slight smoke or odor during ini- | 1. | Residues from manufactur- | 1. | Problem will stop after a few |
tial operation |
| ing processes and log curing |
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| 2. | Not enough air | 2. | Check burner for dirt and de- |
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| 3. | Gas regulator defective | 3. | Replace gas regulator |
Fireplace produces a whistling 1. Turning control knob to HI
noise when burner is lit | position when burner is cold |
2. | Air in gas line |
3. | Air passageways on fireplace |
| blocked |
4. | Dirty or partially clogged |
| burner orifice |
1.Turn control knob to LO posi- tion and let warm up for a minute
2.Operate burner until air is re- moved from line. Have gas line checked by local natural gas company
3.Observe minimum installation clearances (see pages 10 through 12)
4.Clean burner (see Cleaning and Maintenance, pages 26 and 27) or replace burner orifice
White powder residue forming within burner box or on adjacent walls or furniture
1.When heated, vapors from furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, etc. may turn into white powder residue
1.Turn fireplace off when using furniture polish, wax, carpet cleaners, or similar products
Moisture/condensation noticed on | 1. Not enough combustion/ven- | 1. Refer to Air for Combustion |
windows | tilation air | and Ventilation requirements |
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