Cleaning and maintenance, Caution: do not vacuum if pieces are hot – Desa CD36TN-M User Manual

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WARNING: Do not use abra-

sive cleaners as this may damage

glass. Use a nonabrasive house-

hold glass cleaner to clean glass.

Do not clean glass when hot.

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

cleaner 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 Remov-

ing/Replacing Glass Door, page 25 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 panel

(see Replacement Parts, page

38). This glass door panel is a

complete unit. No substitute

materials may be used.

CAUTION: Wear gloves and

safety glasses while handling or

removing broken glass. Do not re-

move 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

25). Vacuum all glass pieces with a shop vac.

CAUTION: Do not vacuum if

pieces are hot.

Use only the tempered glass door replacement

intended for this fireplace (see Replacement Parts,

page 38 for detail on ordering). No substitutions

may be made. See Removing/Replacing Glass Door,

page 25 for instructions for replacing glass door.

WARNING: Do not operate

fireplace with the glass door

unlatched, removed, cracked

or broken.

PILOT AND BURNERS

• Remove ember 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

• If you remove logs for cleaning, refer to Install-

ing Logs, Lava Rock and Glowing Embers, page

27, to properly replace logs.

• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any carbon

buildup on logs.

• Replace log(s) if broken. See Replacement

Parts on page 38.

• Replace ember material periodically as needed.

See Replacement Parts on page 38.

vENTING SYSTEM

Conduct annual inspection of the venting system

following these guidelines:

1. Check areas of venting system that are ex-

posed to the weather for corrosion (rust spots

or streaks and, in extreme cases, holes). Have

these items replaced immediately by a quali-

fied service person.

2. Remove the vent cap and shine a flashlight

into the vent. Remove any foreign material.

3. Check for evidence of excessive condensation.

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 loosened. Check

mechanical supports such as wall straps for

rigidity.

CLEANING AND

MAINTENANCE

Continued

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