Hearth and Home Technologies CARODG36I - Manual (Page 30)

Outdoor Lifestyles by Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. • Carolina • 4066-300 • Rev. X • 6/13 30
A. Maintenance and Service Tasks:
Inspect Maintenance Tasks
Doors and surrounds 1 Inspect for scratches and nicks that can lead to rust when exposed to weather
2 Wipe face and fi nish material. Use a degreaser to remove soot buildup, if necessary.
Valve compartment 1 Vacuum and wipe out dust, cobwebs, debris or pet hair. Use caution when cleaning these areas. Screw tips that
have penetrated the sheet metal are sharp and should be avoided.
2 Remove any foreign objects.
3 Verify unobstructed air circulation.
Logs 1 Inspect for broken, damaged or missing logs. Replace as necessary.
2 Logs will accumulate soot. Periodically brush soot from the logs with a paint brush or vacuum.
Firebox 1 Inspect for paint condition, warping, corrosion or perforation. Sand and repaint as necessary.
2 Replace appliance if fi rebox has been perforated.
3 Check caulking around gas line and pilot assembly and replace as necessary to prevent water infi ltrating the
appliance.
Burner ignition and
operation 1 Verify burner is properly secured to fi rebox bottom.
2 Clean off burner top, inspect for plugged ports, corrosion or deterioration.
3 Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris.
4 Inspect orifi ce for soot, dirt or corrosion.
5 Verify manifold and inlet pressures. Adjust regulator as required.
6 Inspect pilot fl ame strength. Clean or replace orifi ce as necessary.
7 Inspect thermocouple/thermopile or IPI sensor rod for soot, corrosion and deterioration. Polish with fi ne steel wool
or replace as required.
Remote controls 1 Verify operation of remote.
2 Replace batteries in remote transmitters.
3 If appliance will not be used for a long period of time, verify batteries have been removed from battery back-up in
IPI systems to prevent premature battery failure or leaking.