Operating instructions
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Masport I31-3 Gas Inbuilt
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1) Always turn the gas valve to off
before cleaning. For relighting, re-
fer to lighting instructions. Keep the
burner and control compartment
clean by brushing and vacuuming
at least once a year.
When cleaning the logs, use a clean
soft paint brush as the logs are
fragile and easily damaged.
2) Clean (never when unit is hot) ap-
pliance, door and louvres with a
damp cloth. Never use an abrasive
cleaner. The gold louvres (and
optional gold door) may be
scratched if abrasives are used to
clean them.
The heater is finished in a heat
resistant paint and should only be
refinished with heat resistant paint
(not with wall paint). Masport uses
StoveBrite Paint - Metallic Black
#6309.
3) Make a periodic check of burner for
proper position and condition. Vis-
ually check the flame of the burner
periodically, making sure the flames
are steady; not lifting or floating. If
there is a problem, call an author-
ised service person.
4) The appliance and flueing system
must be inspected before use, and
at least annually, by an authorised
field service person, to ensure that
the flow of combustion and venti-
lation air is not obstructed.
During the annual service call, the
burners should be removed from
the burner tray and cleaned. Re-
place the embers but do not block
the pilot.
5) Keep the area near the appliance
clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flam-
mable vapours and liquids.
Pilot Flame:
While the pilot flame is on it can make a very
slight "whisper" sound.
Gas Control Valve:
As the gas control valve turns ON and OFF, a
dull clicking sound may be audible, this is normal
operation of a gas regulator or valve.
Unit Body/Firebox:
Different types and thicknesses of steel will
expand and contract at different rates resulting
in some "cracking" and "ticking" sounds will be
heard throughout the cycling process.
1) Push in the gas control knob slightly and turn
clockwise to OFF. Do not force.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
A) This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted
by hand, following the instructions below
exactly.
B) BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance
area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor
because some gas is heavier than air and will
settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
- Do not try to light any appliance
- Do not touch any electric switch, do not use any
phone in your building
- Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers in-
structions.
- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
C) Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas
control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not
push in or turn by hand, dont try to repair it, call
STOP! Read the safety information above on this
label.
1)
Push in gas control knob slightly and turn
clockwise
to OFF. Knob cannot be turned
from PILOT to OFF unless knob is pushed in
slightly. Do not force.
2) Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you
then smell gas STOP! follow B in the safety
information above on this label. If you dont smell
gas, go to the next step.
3) Turn knob on gas control counterclockwise
to PILOT.
4) Push in control knob all the way and hold in.
Immediately push black button on spark igniter
until pilot lights. Continue to hold the control
knob in for about 1/2 minute after the pilot is lit.
Release knob and it will pop back up. Pilot should
remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 3) and 4).
If knob does not pop up when released, stop and
immediately call your service technician or gas
supplier.
If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the
gas control knob to OFF and call your service
technician or gas supplier.
5) Turn gas control knob counterclockwise to ON.
6) Use rocker switch to operate main burner.
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WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer to the
owners information manual provided with this appliance. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
a qualified service technician. Force or attempted
repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D) Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service techni-
cian to inspect the appliance and to replace any part
of the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
This appliance needs fresh air for safe operation and
must be installed so there are provisions for adequate
combustion and ventilation air.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
TO TURN OFF GAS APPLIANCE
THERMOPILE
ELEMENT
THERMO-
ELECTRIQUE
PILOT BURNER
VEILLEUSE
This appliance must be installed in accordance with local codes, if any; if not,
follow the current CAN1-B149/ANSI Z 223.1 (Australia: AG601, New Zealand: NZS 5261)
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INSTRUCTION PLATE
CAUTION: Hot while in operation. Do not touch.
Severe Burns may result. Due to high surface
temperatures keep children, clothing and
furniture, gasoline and other liquids having
fammable vapors away. Keep burner and control
compartment clean. See installation and
operating instructions accompanying appliance.
2) Turn off all electric power to the appliance if
service is to be performed.
COPY OF LIGHTING INSTRUCTION PLATE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
ANY SERVICING OR
REPAIRS SHOULD
BE CARRIED
OUT ONLY BY AN
AUTHORISED
PERSON.
WARNING: CHILDREN AND
ADULTS SHOULD BE ALERTED
TO THE HAZARDS OF HIGH SUR-
FACE TEMPERATURE AND
SHOULD STAY AWAY TO AVOID
BURNS OR CLOTHING IGNITION.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE
CAREFULLY SUPERVISED WHEN
THEY ARE IN THE SAME ROOM AS
THE APPLIANCE.