Manual

• Heatmaster/American Gas Log, Outdoor Burner/Hearth Kits •IM-116. Rev G . 01/2019
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Maintaining and Servicing the Appliance
A. Servicing Your Appliance
B. Cleaning Your Appliance
Your gas logs require little care. Keep the burner assembly,
logs and burner area surrounding the logs clean by
vacuuming or brushing with a dry paint brush at least twice
a year.
• The logs become fragile after burning. Take care in
handling.
• Always turn o󰀨 the gas to the pilot before cleaning. For
relighting, refer to lighting instructions located Section 5
of these instructions.
• Always keep the appliance clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other ammable vapors and
liquids.
• Never obstruct the ow 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
replace.
• The air mixer should not be blocked.
• Logs can get very hot. Handle only when they are
cool.
CAUTION
Risk of injury or property damage
Before servicing:
• Turn o󰀨 gas.
• Turn o󰀨 electricity to appliance.
• Disable remote control, if one is present.
• Ensure appliance is completely cooled.
After Servicing:
• Replace any screen or barrier that was removed.
• Reseal and reinstall any venting removed for
servicing.
WARNING
C. Annual Inspection
Annual inspection by qualified technician
recommended.
Check:
• Condition of doors, surrounds and fronts.
• Obstructions of combustion and ventilation
air.
• Condition of logs.
• Condition of rebox.
• Gas connections and ttings.
• Obstructions of termination cap.
Clean:
• Glass.
• Logs.
• Burner, burner ports.
Risk of:
• Fire
• Delayed ignition or explosion
• Exposure to combustion fumes
• Odors
WARNING
• Repair and replacement work should be done by a
qualied service technician.
• Always shut o󰀨 the gas supply and make sure the appliance
is cool before beginning any service operation.
• Always check for gas leaks after servicing.
• Always check for proper venting.