729. MAINTENANCE9.1. PRECAUTIONA certified technician should perform the annual inspection and maintenance of your fireplace in additionto the general installation of the fireplace and vent system to keep everything up and running safely. Thegas intake should be cut and the fireplace should be completely cool during any maintenance. All parts ofequipment that are set aside for maintenance must be secured before the next use.9.2. VENTILATION SYSTEMAn inspection of the vent pipes should be part of the annual maintenance visit. The vent system must notbe blocked. The instructions of the vent system manufacturer can provide specific details regarding theinspection of the system. Any disassembled section must be reassembled sealed as required.9.3. CLEANING THE GLASSNote: The glass manufacturer recommends using a microfiber cleaning cloth and water.• A thin white film, caused by some paint particles, may appear the first hours the fireplace is being used.It is recommended to clean the glass after the first two weeks of use.• Use a mild glass cleaner. Do not use abrasive products; they would damage the glass surface.9.4. CLEANING THE BURNER AND COMBUSTION CHAMBER• Remove the door (section 8.3.1).• Remove the burner surround or the logs.• Remove the burner (section 3.6).• Empty the ember glass in a container.• Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the burner and the entire bottom of the combustion chamber.• Using a microfiber cloth, dust the surfaces of the combustion chamber.• Remove any lint from main burner and from the pilot.• Put the burner back in place (section 3.7).• Carefully put the ember glass back in place.• Put the door back in place.WARNINGDo not clean the glass when hot. Do not use abrasive cleaners or cleaners that contain ammonia.Do not strike or slam the glass door.WARNINGFor optimal combustion, you must place the required amount of ember glass (2 cups) on the burner.