FireplaceXtrordinair 44-Elite - Manual (Page 11)

Operation 9
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Maintaining Catalytic Burn-Off
This fireplace uses a catalytic combustor to increase heat transfer to the room and reduce emissions.
The catalytic combustor
takes dirty smoke and turns it
into extra heat and cleaner
emissions.
NOTE: If the combustor is engaged
(bypass closed) when the fireplace
is still cool, it will not work, leading
to dirty smoke, no extra heat, and a
dirtier combustor.
Warning: The bypass control becomes hot during operation - use gloves or a tool to prevent burns.
Follow the directions below to utilize the combustor to its fullest potential.
• Keep the by-pass open (pulled out) until the fireplace becomes hot (approximately 15 to 30 minutes).
• Close the by-pass (push in) when the fireplace is hot.
• Keep the by-pass closed (pushed in) while the fireplace is operating, except when re-loading.
Hint: The combustor can be viewed through the glass from below. You will notice the
combustor glowing red when the combustor is working effectively.
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With the by-pass closed (pushed in), the
smoke passes through the combustor.
With the by-pass open (pulled out), the smoke passes through
the by-pass and does not go through the combustor.
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Combustor
By-Pass
Plate
By-Pass Control
Chimney
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• An optional combustor temperature probe is available from your dealer. It allows you to monitor the
combustor temperature, which light off if the temperature is above 600
°
F.