Rinnai IB35ETRLC - Manual (Page 19)

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IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
ANNUAL INSPECTION
The unit should be inspected at least once
a year by a qualified service technician
including inspection of the flue system.
The appliance area must be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline
and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS.
Before cleaning, make sure the electrical
power and gas are turned off and that the
unit has cooled down.
WARNING:Do not clean the glass or unit
when hot.
Do not remove any internal wiring covers.
Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Do not use solvent based cleaners.
• OUTER CASE
The outer case of the fire place should be
cleaned with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use aerosol polishes to clean the
casing while the fire is in operation. Do
not damage or distort any part of the heater.
Do not use wet cloth or spray cleaners on
burners.
• VENT MAINTENANCE
The flue should be inspected annually for
blockages and signs of damage.
• VISUAL INSPECTION OF FLAME
Check that the pilot and burner flames are
operating normally.
If the flames appear either very short or very
long and streaky or are producing smoke
or soot deposits then there may be a
problem with the heater or the gas supply.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
A heater should not be used if you suspect
there may be a problem, and a service
agent must be called to investigate the
cause of the problem.
The main burners are designed to produce
some yellow flame but should not produce
smoke or excessive soot.
Normal
Abnormal
NOTE:
The flames may take up to 15 minutes to
settle from ignition when heater is cold
Abnormal
Normal