Inspecting Burners

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BURNER FLAME PATTERN

Figure 22 shows correct burner flame pattern.

NOTICE: Do not mistake orange flames with yellow tipping. Dirt or other fine particles are burned by heater, causing brief patches of orange flame.

If burner flame pattern is incorrect, as shown in Figure 23

turn appliance off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap- pliance on page 18

see Troubleshooting, page 21

Blue & Bright

Yellow Flames

Figure 22 - Correct Burner Flame Pattern

Orange

Flames

Figure 23 - Incorrect Burner Flame

Pattern

Cleaning and

Maintenance

WARNING: Turn off heater and let cool before cleaning.

CAUTION:Youmustkeepcon- trol areas, burner and circulating air passageways of heater clean. Inspect these areas of heater before each use. Have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person. Heater may need more frequent cleaning due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, pet hair, etc.

WARNING: Failure to keep the primary air opening(s) of the burner(s) clean may result in sooting and property damage.

Burner Injector Holder Air

Inlet Hole

The primary air inlet holes allow the proper amount of air to mix with the gas. This provides a clean burning flame. Keep these holes clear of dust, dirt, lint and pet hair. Clean these air inlet holes prior to each heating season. Blocked air holes will create soot. We recommend that you clean the unit every three months during operation and have heater inspected yearly by a qualified service person.

We also recommend that you keep the burner tube clean and free of dust and dirt. We recommend using compressed air no greater than 30 PSI. Your local computer store, hardware store or home center may carry compressed air in a can. You can use a vacuum cleaner in the blow position. If using compressed air in a can, please follow the direc- tions on the can. If you don't follow directions on the can, you could damage the pilot assembly.

Before cleaning, shut off the unit, including the pilot. Allow the unit to cool for at least thirty minutes. You will need to remove the front log to access the front burner.

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