Heat & Glo LifeStyle DAKOTA-AU manual D. After the Fireplace is Lit, E. Frequently Asked Questions

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D. After the Fireplace is Lit

D. After the Fireplace is Lit

Initial Break-in Procedure

When you light the fireplace, you may notice that it produces heat which does have an associated odor or smell. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require the initial three to four hour continuous burn on high followed by a second burn up to 12 hours to fully drive off any odor from paint and lubri- cants used in the manufacturing process. Condensation of the glass is normal

CAUTION

Prevent accidental fireplace operation when not attended.

Remove batteries from remote switch if absent or if fireplace will not be used for an extended period of time.

Property damage possible from elevated temperatures.

Initial Break-in Procedure WARNING

Fire Risk

Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids clear of fireplace.

Do NOT store flammable materials in the vicinity of the fireplace.

Do NOT use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids in this fireplace.

Combustible materials may ignite.

E. Frequently Asked Questions

Issue

Solution

 

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

Condensation on the glass

disappear.

 

This is a result of normal operation and the flames will begin to yellow as the fireplace is allowed to burn for 20

Blue flames

to 40 minutes.

 

When first operated, this fireplace may release an odor for the first several hours. This is caused by the curing of

Odor from fireplace

the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.

 

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

Metallic noise

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

Heat & Glo Lifestyle Collection • Dakota-AU• 4036-914 Rev B • 06/07

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