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EP8-5 Modular Series Fireplace
Maintenance
General
Have the fireplace installation inspected yearly, including a visual
check of the vent system, the burner and the pilot flame. For your
convenience a 1/8" manifold pressure tap is supplied on the gas
valve for a test gauge connection. See Figure 24a, 24b, or 24c.
For
Natural Gas
this appliance requires a minimum inlet pressure
of 5.5" W.C. and a manifold pressure of 3.5" W.C.
For
Propane Gas
this appliance requires a minimum inlet pres-
sure of 11" W.C. and a manifold pressure of 10" W.C.
Always keep the fireplace area clear and free of combustible
materials, as well as gasoline and other flammable vapours and
liquids.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Imme-
diately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance
and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.
CAUTION
Fireplace gas control must be in the “OFF” position and pilot
and main burners extinguished when cleaning appliance with
a vacuum.
Glass and logs can get very hot. Handle only when cool.
Cleaning
When the fireplace is first activated, there may be some smoking and
a visible film may be left on the glass doors. This is a normal condi
-
tion, and is the result of burning the protective coatings on new metal.
Glass must be cleaned periodically to remove any film (a normal
bi-product of combustion) which may be visible. Handle the door
carefully, and clean it with non-abrasive glass cleaners. One of
the most effective products is Kel Kem.
Silicone seals on inner door during initial firing will "off gas",
leaving a visual deposit of a white substance on combustion
chamber walls. This can easily be removed by following the steps
described above.
Use a vacuum cleaner or whisk broom to keep the control com-
partment, burner, and firebox free from dust and lint.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to clean glass when hot.
Do not clean glass with abrasive materials as any glass etch-
ing may cause premature glass failure.
Gas Control Valve
Figure 24b. Robertshaw gas valve used on the EP28-2LB or the
EP28-4LB.
Figure 24a. Honeywell gas valve used on the EP28-2LB or the
Figure 24a. Honeywell VS8510E gas valve used on the EP28-S2.
Spill Switch
