Avalon Firestyles DVS Insert EF-2001 to 2005 - Manual (Page 25)

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Maintaining Your Heater's Appearance
! Fingerprints or other marks left on the optional gold or nickel surface may become etched in place if they are not
wiped clean prior to turning the stove on. Clean the gold or nickel with denatured alcohol and a soft cloth (make
sure the heater is cool). Other cleaners may leave a film that may become etched into the gold or nickel.
Yearly Service Procedure
! Failure to inspect and maintain the heater may lead to improper combustion and a potentially dangerous
situation. We recommend the following procedures be done by a qualified technician.
1 Check the pilot flame. It should touch approximately 3/8" of the top of the thermopile and touch the top of the
thermocouple (see illustration below). If it does not, contact your dealer for service.
2 Shut off gas to the heater by turning the gas control knob to "OFF" (see step A under "Starting the Pilot" on page
22). Let the heater cool for 15 minutes. Remove the faceplate (see instructions included with face) and glass
(see page 16).
3 Remove the log set (NOTE: the logs are very fragile - see page 18). If severely deteriorated, replace.
Check the logs for sooting. A small amount of soot along the bottom of the logs is normal. If excessive sooting
is found, the heater will require adjustment. Contact your dealer.
4 Clean the burner tube (especially the burner holes) and inspect the following:
• Check for burner tube holes that are cracked, severely warped, or corroded.
• Make sure the burner assembly is not warped or damaged.
• Check the firebox and area around the pilot to make sure there is no warping or damage.
If any problem is found, discontinue use and contact your dealer for service.
Check the
burner
holes.
Make sure the burner
is not warped or
damaged.
Check the walls and ceiling of the firebox for
deterioration.
Thermopile
Pilot Hood
Thermocouple
Before Disassembly - Check
the pilot flame. It should touch
the thermocouple and
thermopile.
5 Replace the log set. Replace the glass. Make sure the gasket along the perimeter of the glass contacts the
face of the firebox and forms an air-tight seal. If it does not, re-align. If the glass or glass frame is damaged,
replace it.
6 Inspect the area behind the access door. Clean if necessary. Check the gas control valve and the gas lines. If
any damage is found, discontinue use and contact your dealer for service. Clean the air channels and ducts.
7 Start the pilot and turn on the main burner. The flames should be orange/yellow and not touch the top of the
firebox. If the pilot or main burners do not burn correctly, contact your dealer for service. Monitor the blower
operation.
8 Remove any debris or vegetation near the vent termination. Contact your dealer if any sooting or deterioration is
found near the vent termination.