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20.0
Sounds And Smells:
Note:
Each time the fire is lit from cold the glass will fog up with condensation. This is
normal and the condensation will disappear within a few minutes once the glass heats up.
20.1
Sounds:
It is possible that you will hear some sounds from your gas appliance. This is perfectly
normal due to the fact that there are various types of materials used within your appliance.
Listed below are some examples. These are all
normal operating sounds
and should not
be considered as defects in your appliance.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valves turn ON and OFF, a dull clicking sound may be audible, this is
normal operation of a valve. When the fire is switched off after being run for a while, there
may be popping and fluttering noises as the residual gas in the burner burns away. These
are normal and should be no cause for concern.
Unit
Body/Firebox:
Different types and thickness’ of steel will expand and contract at different rates resulting in
some
“dull drumming” and “ticking” sounds being heard throughout the cycling process.
20.2
Smells:
The first few times the unit is operated, the unit may release an odour and the flames may
appear orange caused by the curing of the paint, the burning off of the starch in the gas
coals and the oils in the metal and finishes. This is a temporary curing process which will
disappear
with
use.
A deposit on the inside of the glass, caused by the starch in the coals may appear as a
build up after several uses. If this film is not removed, it may bake on and may become
difficult to remove. When the glass is cold, remove it (see section 11.0) and clean the inside
with a non-abrasive cleaner.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE GLASS WHILE IT IS HOT. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT
WITH THE GLASS REMOVED.
