53D0419
Designer Series Gas Fireplaces
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oPERaTING INSTRuCTIoNS
a.
This appliance is equipped with a pilot which must be lit with built-in battery ignitor while
following these instructions exactly.
B.
BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next
to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
whaT To Do IF you SMELL GaS:
• Turn off all gas to the appliance.
• Open windows.
• Do not attempt to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
C.
Use only your hand to push in, or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will
not push in or turn by hand, don't try to repair it. Call a qualified service technician. Force
or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D.
Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualified
service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system
and any gas control that has been under water.
If you do not follow these instruction
exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
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FoR youR SaFETy REaD BEFoRE LIGhTING
LIGhTING PILoT FoR ThE FIRST TIME
INITIaL LIGhTING
Purge air from the supply line as follows:
• Open main shutoff valve.
• Unscrew main pressure test point.
• Leave inlet test screw open until gas comes in.
• When gas is flowing, tighten inlet screw immediately.
LEaK TESTING
1. Follow the pipe from the gas supply line connection to the gas valve. Check connection for
leaks with soap and water mixture.
2. Next check for gas leaks at the burner with soap and water mixture.
3. Check the pilot for gas leaks with soap and water mixture.
Never use an open flame to
check for gas leak.
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