Maintenance

WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to persons.

Light Bulb Replacement

Allow at least five (5) minutes for light bulbs to cool off before touching bulbs to avoid accidental burning of skin.

Light bulbs need to be replaced when you notice a dark section of the flame or when the clarity and detail of the log exterior disappears.

There are three (3) bulbs under the Log Set Assembly, which generate the flames and embers, and one (1) bulb above that illuminate the log exterior.

Tool Requirements: Phillips screw driver

Helpful Hints: It is a good idea to replace all light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of their rated life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open the unit to replace light bulbs.

Upper Bulb Requirement: Quantity of one (1) 7 Watt candelabra E12 small base 120 Volt.

Do not exceed 7 Watts per bulb.

Upper Bulb Replacement (Figure 5)

1.Open door by pulling the handle.

2.Locate the upper bulb bracket.

3.Bend light retainer bracket down.

4.Locate and remove light bulb.

5.Insert and install new bulb.

6.Bend light retainer bracket back into its original position.

7.Close the door.

Figure 5

Lower Bulbs Requirement: Quantity of three (3) 35 Watt Halogen Quartz lamps, 120 Volt, G9 Base.

Do not exceed 35 Watts per bulb.

Lower Bulb Replacement

1.Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).

2.Gently place stove on its back on a flat surface.

3.Remove the heater cover retaining screws located on the bottom of the stove (Figure 6) and lower heater and light assembly out onto the floor.

4.Remove the burnt out bulb(s) by pulling straight out of socket. If bulbs are difficult to remove form socket move the bulb from side to side while pulling being careful not to damage the light socket.

5.Replace the lower light bulbs.

6.Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

Glass Cleaning

The clear door is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment, installation, handling, etc., the clear door may collect dust particles. These can be removed by dusting lightly with a clean, dry cloth.

To remove fingerprints or other marks, the clear doors can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The clear door should be completely dried with a lint free cloth to prevent water spots. To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners or spray liquids on the clear door surface.

Plastic Door Cleaning

To remove fingerprints or other marks, the clear doors can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The clear door should be completely dried with a lint free cloth to prevent water spots. To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners or spray liquids on the clear door surface.

Stove Surface Cleaning

Use warm water only to clean painted surfaces of the Stove. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

Servicing

Except for light bulb replacement and cleaning described above, an authorized service representative should perform any other servicing.

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DS7425DLX, DS7420 specifications

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