Maytag LMDV-40 SERIES, LMDV-33 SERIES, LMDV-35 SERIES manual Clean Lower Control Compartment

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Clean Lower Control Compartment

Keep lower control compartment clean by vacuuming or brushing it out at least twice a year (also clean the air venturi with a brush or wire). More frequent cleaning may be required due to accumulation of lint from carpeting, bedding materials, pet hair, spider webs, etc. It is very important that control compartments, burners, circulating air passageways and air venturi on the appliance are NOT obstructed in any way.

Cleaning Glass

(see Front Glass Enclosure Panel, Removal and Installation on Page 7) Note: Clean glass after first two weeks of operation (after Burn-In period is over) and then only when necessary and when the fireplace is cool. Wipe surface with clean, dampened, soft cloth. Follow with dry, soft towel as desired. Take care not to scratch the glass surface.

The viewing glass should be cleaned periodi- cally to remove any build-up caused from the following:

IMPORTANT

Do not use abrasive cleaners on glass. Never clean the glass when it is hot.

•During start-up, it is normal for condensa- tion to form on the inside of the glass (this condensation and fog will usually disappear in a few minutes). The moisture can cause lint, dust and other airborne particles to cling to the glass surface.

•Initial curing of the high temperature paint and burning off of lubricants used in the manufacturing process may result in a film on the glass.

•A white coating may form on the glass as a result of impurities and minerals in the fuel.

It is recommended that the glass be cleaned two or three times during each heating season, depending on the circumstances present. The following cleaning solutions are approved for use to clean glass:

•Non-ammonia based household cleaner

•50%-50% mix of white vinegar & water

•Gas fireplace/stove glass cleaner

Inspect Glass Gasket - Visually inspect the gasket on the backside of the glass enclosure panels. The gasket surface must be clean, free of irregularities and seated firmly.

Clean Logs And Burner

Carefully remove the logs (use care when han- dling the fiber logs, as they become quite fragile after curing). Vacuum out any foreign matter (lint, carbon, etc). on the burner. Ensure the burner ports are “open.” Remove any carbon deposits from the under side of the logs using

avacuum cleaner, or a soft bristled brush (i.e. paint brush). Note: Improper positioning of logs can create carbon build-up and will alter the performance of the appliance.

Replacing Logs -

If the logs become damaged by accident or im- proper handling and need replacement, use only the proper replacement logs from manufacturer (see Pages 22 & 23 for ordering information).

Re-Install Embers, Logs and Vermiculite

-Carefully follow placement instructions on Pages 8 to 10 ). All logs should fit onto cor- responding pins and/or log stoppers. This will ensure a proper flame and safe combustion.

Inspect Wiring

Refer to wiring diagrams on Page 13.

WARNING

Label all wires prior to discon- nection when servicing con- trols. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous opera- tion. Verify proper operation after servicing.

Inspect and clean all wire connections. Ensure that there is no melting or damage. Inspection should include:

•Terminals at the Valve

•OFF/ON Switch

•(Optional Control Switch) Wall Thermostat, Remote Control or Remote Wall Switch Kit

Inspect Burner Flame Appearance

Ensure that the burner flame appearance resembles the flame shown in Figures 10 & 11 and as described in Flame Appearance and Sooting on Page 11. The Homeowner must contact a qualified service technician at once if any abnormal condition is observed.

Small Area Paint Touch-up

The finish of the appliance is a high quality powdercoat. Only use factory supplied powder- coat paint kit for touch-ups. Paint is available at your local authorized Lennox Hearth Products dealer (cat. no. 90L74). Never attempt to paint a hot fireplace.

Do not attempt to repaint the appliance until the finish is completely cured (see Burn-In Period on Page 3 ). If the surface later becomes stained or marred, it may be lightly sanded and touched up with spray paint.

Front Glass Enclosure Panel, Removal and Installation

WARNING

Do not operate appliance with the glass front removed, cracked or broken. Replacementoftheglass should be done by a licensed or qualified service technician.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.

WARNING

Do not attempt to substitute the materials used on this door, or replace cracked or broken glass with any materials other than those provided by the appliance manufacturer.

WARNING

Handle this glass with extreme care! Tempered glass is suscep- tible to damage – do not scratch or handle roughly while rein- stalling the glass door frame.

WARNING

Do not attempt to touch the front enclosure glass with your hands while the fireplace is in use.

WARNING

The glass door of this appli- ance must only be replaced as a complete unit as provided by the manufacturer. Do not attempt to replacebroken,crackedorchipped glass separately.

These are direct-vent appliances. They are designed to operate only when the front glass enclosure panel is installed. Generally the front glass enclosure panel should not be removed except to gain access to the components within the firebox, and the appliance may only be op- erated without the front glass enclosure panel in place for very brief periods of time during appliance checkout and adjustment. Note: The flame appearance will be diminished while the front glass enclosure panel is removed.

During this appliance checkout and adjust- ment period, a potential safety hazard exists

-EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION to prevent the occurrence of any burn injuries from the exposed flames or hot surfaces. Also note, that while the front glass enclosure panel (or any of the panels) is removed, the flame appearance will appear to be smaller than normal.