K. After Fireplace is Lit

Initial Break-in Procedure

The fireplace should be run three to four hours continuously on high.

Turn the fireplace off and allow it to completely cool.

Remove fixed glass assembly. See Section 14.K.

Clean fixed glass assembly. See Section 3.

Replace the fixed glass assembly and run continuously on high an additional 12 hours.

This cures the materials used to manufacture the fire- place.

NOTICE! Open windows for air circulation during fireplace break-in.

Some people may be sensitive to smoke and odors.

Smoke detectors may activate.

L.Frequently Asked Questions

ISSUE

SOLUTIONS

Condensation on the glass

This is a result of gas combustion and temperature variations. As the appliance warms, this

condensation will disappear.

 

 

 

Blue flames

This is a result of normal operation and the flames will begin to yellow as the appliance is allowed

to burn for 20 to 40 minutes.

 

 

 

 

When first operated, this appliance may release an odor for the first several hours. This is caused

Odor from appliance

by the curing of materials from manufacturing. Odor may also be released from finishing materials

and adhesives used near the appliance. These circumstances may require additional curing

 

related to the installation environment.

 

 

 

This is a normal result of the curing process of the paint and logs. Glass should be cleaned within

Film on the glass

3 to 4 hours of initial burning. A non-abrasive cleaner such as gas appliance glass cleaner may be

 

necessary. See your dealer.

 

 

 

Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to the

Metallic noise

sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or longevity

 

of the appliance.

Is it normal to see the pilot

In an Intellifire ignition system it is normal to see the pilot flame, but it should turn off when ON/

flame burn continually?

OFF is turned to OFF. In a standing pilot system the pilot will always stay on.

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