Hearth and Home Technologies BIR42-B - Manual (Page 12)

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C. Check Firebox Molded Brick Panel
Frequency: After each ash removal
By: Homeowner
D. Inspect Grate
Frequency: After each ash removal
By: Homeowner
Inspect grate for:
• Warping or sagging 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) or more
• Broken welds
• Burn-through of grate bars
For safe operation, replace only with the approved grate
from Hearth & Homes Technologies Inc.
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Inspect fireplace molded brick
panel. Crumbling, deteriorated molded brick panel can al-
low overheating of surrounding materials.
E. Glass Cleaning
Frequency: As desired
By: Homeowner
Clean glass with a non-abrasive commercially available
cleaner or ashes:
• Light deposits
- Use household glass cleaner
• Heavy deposits
- Use wood ash on damp cloth or,
- Use commercial fireplace glass cleaner (consult with
your dealer)
CAUTION! Handle glass assembly with care. Glass is
breakable.
• Avoid striking, scratching or slamming glass
• Avoid abrasive cleaners
• Do not clean glass while it is hot
Expansion and contraction will cause minor cracking of the
molded brick panel. This is normal. The panel will require
periodic replacement depending on use.
The panels should be replaced if
• Cracks exceed ¼ inch (6 mm) in width,
• Metal is exposed behind a panel,
• Large pieces of panel fall out.
NOTICE: Do not substitute for HHT mortar. Other materials
may stain the molded brick panels.
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