Hearth and Home Technologies NorthStar-NT Indoor Fireplace User Manual


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September 1, 2008
September 1, 2008
Heat & Glo • NorthStar EPA Fireplace • 480-1081C
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D. Care and Cleaning of Plated Surfaces
Clean-plated surfaces with vinegar or a glass cleaner before
lightingyourrstretopreventpermanentstaining.
CAUTION
• Do not use polishes with abrasives.
It will scratch plated surfaces.
CAUTION
Cleanallthengerprintsandoilsfromthesurfacebeforer-
ingtheapplianceforthersttime.
• Use a glass cleaner or vinegar and towel to remove the
oils.
• Oilscancausepermanentmarkingsonplating,ifnot
removed.
• Afterplatingiscured,oilswillnotaffectthenish.
E. Maintenance Task List
Inspect Maintenance Tasks
Screens 1. Assess condition of screen and replace as necessary.
2. Verify maintenance of proper clearance to combustible household objects.
Glass Doors 1. Inspect glass panels for cracks. Replace if this condition is present.
2. Conrmthereisnodamagetoglassorglassframe.Replaceasnecessary.
3. Inspectdoorrope.Conrmglassdoesnotmovearoundinglassframe
4. Clean glass using a non-abrasive cleaner.
Door Rope
(Dollar Bill Test)
1. Opendoor,placehalfofdollarbillinside,andclosedoor.
2. Attempt to pull the bill out.
3. If the bill gives good resistance or is not removable, the rope is adjusted correctly.
If the bill comes out too easily, the door rope needs adjustment to create an even thickness all the way around door.
Circulation Compartment 1. Remove any foreign objects.
2. Verify unobstructed air circulation.
Firebox 1. Inspectconditionofbrick.Replaceifcrumbly,deteriorated,orifcracksexceed1/4in.(6mm).
Chimney 1. Inspect for blockage or obstruction such as bird nests, leaves, etc.
2. Conrmthatterminationcapremainsclearandunobstructedbyplants,etc.
3. Verify that termination cap clearance to subsequent construction (building additions) has been maintained.
4. Inspect for corrosion or separation.
5. Verifyweatherstripping,sealingandashingremainintact.
6. Inspect for creosote and remove as needed. (See Section 11)
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