3 Maintenance and Service

Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fireplace.

When properly maintained, your fireplace will give you many years of trouble-free service. We recommend an- nual service by a qualified service technician.

A. Maintenance Tasks-Homeowner

Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service technician only. The fireplace should be inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person.

The following tasks may be performed annually by the homeowner. If you are uncomfortable performing any of the listed tasks, please call your dealer for a service ap- pointment.

More frequent cleaning may be required due to lint from carpeting or other factors. Control compartment, burner and circulating air passageway of the fireplace must be kept clean.

CAUTION! Risk of Burns! The fireplace should be turned off and cooled before servicing.

Glass Cleaning

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools Needed: Protective gloves, glass cleaner, drop cloth and a stable work surface.

Doors, Surrounds, Fronts

Frequency: Annually

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Protective gloves, stable work surface

Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary.

Inspect for scratches, dents or other damage and repair as necessary.

Check that louvers are not blocked.

Vacuum and dust surfaces.

Remote Control

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Replacement batteries and remote control in- structions.

Locate remote control transmitter and receiver.

Verify operation of remote. Refer to remote control operation instructions for proper calibration and setup procedure.

Place batteries as needed in remote transmitters and battery-powered receivers.

Place remote control out of reach of children.

If not using your fireplace for an extended period of time (summer months, vacations/trips, etc), to prevent unin- tended operation:

Remove batteries from remote controls.

CAUTION! Handle fixed glass assembly with care. Glass is breakable.

Unplug 3 volt adapter plug on IPI models.

Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass

Avoid abrasive cleaners

DO NOT clean glass while it is hot

Prepare a work area large enough to accommodate fixed glass assembly and door frame by placing a drop cloth

on a flat, stable surface.

Note: Fixed glass assembly and gasketing may have residue that can stain carpeting or floor surfaces.

Remove door or decorative front from fireplace and set aside on work surface.

See Section 14.J. for instructions to remove fixed glass assembly.

Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available cleaner.

-Light deposits: Use a soft cloth with soap and water

-Heavy deposits: Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with your dealer)

Carefully set fixed glass assembly in place on fireplace. Hold glass in place with one hand and secure glass latches with the other hand.

Reinstall door or decorative front.

Venting

Frequency: Seasonally

By: Homeowner

Tools needed: Protective gloves and safety glasses.

Inspect venting and termination cap for blockage or obstruction such plants, bird nests, leaves, snow, debris, etc.

Verify termination cap clearance to subsequent construction (building additions, decks, fences, or sheds). See Section 6.

Inspect for corrosion or separation.

Verify weather stripping, sealing and flashing remains intact.

Inspect draft shield to verify it is not damaged or missing.

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CB4842IR, CB4236IR specifications

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