Hearth and Home Technologies ODGO324-IPI-NG - Manual (Page 7)

Hearth & Home Technologies • Grand Oak Gas Log Sets • 4004-320 2/2011 7
K. Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions
Always remember:
• Do not place any combustible material near the
appliance.
• Do not place any paper, trash or other material on the log
set or in the fireplace.
• Do not touch any part of the appliance when it is in
operation.
• Do not operate this appliance without the fireplace screen
closed.
Your appliance is designed to be virtually maintenance free,
although periodic visual inspection and cleaning is required.
Follow the instructions below for the correct procedures. An
annual examination and cleaning the venting system by a
qualified person is also recommended.
Before cleaning the appliance, be sure it is turned
completely off. The pilot should also be turned off. The
unit must be completely cooled.
CAUTION
Do not allow soot to build up on the logs
Your logs require little care. Keep the burner assembly, logs
and burner area surrounding the logs clean by brushing with
a dry paint brush at least twice a year.
• Always turn off the gas to the pilot before cleaning.
For relighting, refer to Section P Thru R. Lighting
Instructions.
• Always keep the appliance clean and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
• Never obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Keep the front of the appliance clear of all obstacles and
materials.
• Leave clearance of at least 36 in. from the front of the
fireplace.