Cleaning and maintenance, Caution: do not vacuum if pieces are hot – FMI PFS DVF42NH-HA User Manual

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Glass must be cleaned periodically. During

start-up it is normal for condensation to form

on the inside of the glass causing lint, dust and

other airborne particles to cling to the glass

surface. During initial start-up a slight film may

form on the glass due to paint curing. The

glass should be cleaned several times with a

non-ammonia, nonabrasive household clean-

er and warm water after the first two weeks

of operation. Thereafter, clean the glass two

or three times during each heating season,

depending on the usage and circumstances

present. Refer to Removing/Replacing Glass

Door, page 19 of this manual when removing

glass door for cleaning.

WARNING: Only parts sup-

plied by the manufacturer

should be used when replacing

broken or damaged glass door

panels (see Replacement Parts,

page 36). Glass door panel are

complete units. No substitute

materials may be used.

CAUTION: Wear gloves and

safety glasses while handling

or removing broken glass. Do

not remove if glass is hot. Keep

children and pets away from

glass.

If glass has been broken, carefully remove

glass door (see Removing/Replacing Glass

Door, page 19). Vacuum all glass pieces with

a shop vac.

CAUTION: Do not vacuum if

pieces are hot.

Use only glass door replacement intended for

this fireplace (see Replacement Parts, page

36 for detail on ordering). No substitutions

may be made. See Removing/Replacing

Glass Door, page 19 for instructions for re-

placing glass doors.

cLeAning AnD MAintenAnce

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WARNING: Do not operate

fireplace with glass door un-

latched, removed, cracked or

broken.

pILOT AND BURNERS

• Remove material before cleaning burners

and replace when cleaning is complete.

• Burner and controls should be cleaned

with compressed air to remove dust, dirt

or lint.

• Use a vacuum cleaner or small, soft bristled

brush to remove excess dust, dirt or lint.

LOGS

• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any

carbon buildup on logs.

• Replace material periodically as needed.

See Replacement Parts, page 36.

VENTING SYSTEM

Conduct annual inspection of the venting

system following these guidelines:
1. Check areas of venting system that are

exposed to the weather for corrosion (rust

spots or streaks and, in extreme cases,

holes). Have these items replaced im-

mediately by a qualified service person.

2. Remove the vent cap and shine a flash-

light into the vent. Remove any foreign

material.

3. Check for evidence of excessive con-

densation. Continuous condensation can

cause corrosion of caps, pipes and fittings

and can be caused by having excessive

lateral runs, too many elbows or exterior

portions of the system being exposed to

cold weather.

4. Inspect joints to verify that no pipe section

or fitting has been disturbed and loos-

ened. Check mechanical supports such

as wall straps for rigidity.

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