Regency Horizon HZ54E-10 Gas Fireplace | 49| 49maintenanceMaintenanceinstructions1) Always turn off the gas valve before cleaning.For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keepthe burner and control compartment clean bybrushing and vacuuming at least once a year.2) Clean appliance and door with a damp cloth(never when unit is hot). never use an abrasivecleaner. The glass should be cleaned with agas fireplace glass cleaner. The glass shouldbe cleaned when it starts looking cloudy.3) The faceplate is finished in a heat resistantpaint and should only be refinished with heatresistant paint. Regency ® uses StoveBrightPaint - Metallic Black #6309.Note: Faceplates and inner panels made fromstainless steel will naturally changecolor over time.4) Make a periodic check of burner for properposition and condition. Visually check theflame of the burner periodically, making surethe flames are steady; not lifting or floating.If there is a problem, call a qualified serviceperson.5) The appliance and venting system must beinspected before use, and at least annually,by a qualified field service person, to ensurethat the flow of combustion and ventilation airis not obstructed.Note: Never operate the appliance without theglass properly secured in place.6) Do not use this appliance if any part has beenunder water. Immediately call a qualified servicetechnician to inspect the appliance and toreplace any part of the control system and anygas control which has been under water.7) In the event this appliance has been servicedcheck that the vent-air system has been properlyresealed & reinstalled in accordance with themanufacturer's instructions.8) Verify operation after servicing.General VentMaintenanceConduct an inspection of the venting system semi-annually. Recommended areas to inspect as follows:1) Check the Venting System for corrosion in areasthat are exposed to the elements. These willappear as rust spots or streaks, and in extremecases, holes. These components should bereplaced immediately.2) Remove the Cap, and shine a flashlight down theVent. Remove any bird nests, or other foreignmaterial.3) Check for evidences of excessive condensation,such as water droplets forming in the innerliner, and subsequently dripping out the joints,Continuous condensation can cause corrosionof caps, pipe, and fittings. It may be causedby having excessive lateral runs, too manyelbows, and exterior portions of the systembeing exposed to cold weather.4) Inspect joints, to verify that no pipe sections orfittings have been disturbed, and consequentlyloosened. Also check mechanical supports suchas Wall Straps, or plumbers' tape for rigidity.Glass GasketIf the glass gasket requires replacement use atadpole glass gasket (Part # 936-159). CAUTION: Wear gloves whenremoving damaged or broken glass.WarninG: Do not operate theappliance with the glass panelsremoved, cracked or broken.Replacement of the glass panelsshould be done by a licensed orqualified service person.Glass doorYour Regency ® fireplace is supplied with hightemperature 5mm-Ceramic glass. If your glassrequires cleaning, we recommend using anapproved glass cleaner available at all authorizeddealers. Do not use abrasive materials.caution & WarninGs:* Do not clean when the glass is hot.* The use of substitute glass will void all productwarranties.* Care must be taken to avoid breakage of theglass.* Do not strike or abuse the glass.* Do not operate this fireplace without the glassfront or with a cracked or broken glass front.* Wear gloves when removing damaged or brokenglass.* Replacement of the glass panel(s) should bedone by a licensed or qualified service per son.Glass replaceMentIn the event that you break your glass by impact,purchase your replacement from an authorizedRegency ® dealer only.Replacement glass is shipped already installedinto the door frame.