Operating instructions

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Alpine Supply Company 36 Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
SERVICE INFORMATION
GLASS GASKET
If the glass gasket needs to be replaced, contact your
local dealer for the correct replacement part. Never
attempt to use any gasket, other than the correct
replacement on the glass. Use part # 07840.
GLASS PANEL
Replacing the Glass
1) Remove the door by releasing the glass clip springs
found in the valve chamber area.
2) Always where gloves to protect yourself from sharp
edges.
3) Remove all loose or damaged glass from the frame.
4) Insert the new glass panel with the gasket preinstalled
so that the liftable fold of gasket is facing inside the
fireplace.
5) Use the 4 existing Tinnerman glass clips to hold the
glass in place, with retaining tab under gasket fold
THERMOPILE / THERMOCOUPLE
1) Remove the glass door
2) Open the bottom valve chamber
3) Double check to make sure gas supply is turned off
4) Disconnect the thermocouple by loosening nut from
the valve with a 9mm wrench. Disconnect the thermo-
pile by loosening 2 screws marked TP on the valve.
5) Remove the two 1/4” screws holding the pilot assem-
bly in its bracket. Gently lift the pilot assembly up 2”.
6) Disconnect the thermopile and thermocouple with a
7/16” wrench.
7) Replace the thermocouple or thermopile.
8) Reinstall in reverse order.
LOG REPLACEMENT
The fireplace must never be operated if the logs are
broken or damaged. To replace the logs follow the steps
below.
1) Turn off the gas supply and allow the fireplace to cool
completely before servicing.
2) Open the glass door panel.
3) Gently remove the logs from the firebox. Be sure to
note their position.
4) Obtain the proper replacement for the broken log.
5) Replace the log set and close the door panel.
NOTE: It is critical that the logs are placed in the
proper locations. Improper positioning of logs may
create carbon build-up and will severely alter the
unit’s performance. Poor appliance performance
caused by improper log installation is not covered
under warranty.
WARNING: Do not slam the door or strike the
ceramic panel with a heavy or hard object. Breakage
of the panel will result.
WARNING: Do not operate the appliance with the
glass front removed, cracked, or broken.
Replacement of the glass panel should be done by a
qualified service technician.
INSPECTING THE PILOT / BURNER
Periodic inspection of the pilot and main burner is
required. Figure 25, located on page 16 of this manual,
illustrates proper flame characteristics for the main
burner. See figure 42 below for proper pilot flame
characteristics.
Flame should
engulf the top
3/8" to 1/2"
Quick Drop out
Thermocouple
Pilot
Thermopil
e
Fig. 34– Pilot Flame Characteristics
Your fireplace is supplied with a 30 1/2” x 21 3/4”16” by
1/4” thick tempered glass. If your glass requires cleaning,
you should obtain an approved fireplace glass cleaner
available at your fireplace dealer. Do not use abrasive
cleaners to clean the glass panel. DO NOT CLEAN
THE GLASS WHEN IT IS HOT!
In the event that your glass breaks purchase your re-
placement from an authorized Alpine dealer. See the
replacement parts list for ordering information. Follow
the replacement steps below.