INSPECTING BURNERS

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Thermopile

Pilot

Burner

Ignitor

Figure 42 - Correct Pilot Flame Pattern

BURNER FLAME PATTERN

Burner flames will be steady; not lifting or floating. Flames should go up through the middle of logset. Flames should not "spill" to the edges of the pan or sides of the logset.

Figure 43 shows a typical flame pattern. If burner flame pattern differs from that described:

turn appliance off (see To Turn Off Gas to Ap- pliance, page 20)

see Troubleshooting, page 23

Figure 43 - Typical Flame Pattern

CLEANING AND

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Installation and repair should be done by a quali- fied service person. The appli- ance should be inspected before each use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding mate- rial, pet hair, etc. It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating air sys- tem be kept clean.

WARNING: The logs can be hot. Handle only when cool.

WARNING: Turn off gas and electrical power before servicing appliance.

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

PILOT AND BURNER

Remove logs and ember material before cleaning burner and replace when cleaning is complete.

Burner and controls should be cleaned with compressed air to remove dust, dirt or lint.

Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled brush to remove excess dust, dirt or lint.

LOGS

If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to log placement information on page 12 to properly replace logs.

Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon buildup on logs.

Replace log(s) if broken. See Replacement Parts, page 22.

Replace ember material periodically as needed. See Replacement Parts, page 22.

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